Nikola Jokic passes Alex English for most assists in Nuggets history

On Wednesday, Nikola Jokic passed Alex English for the most assists in Nuggets franchise history, in a 122-118 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. Now, the two-time MVP has 3,686 career assists in 568 games. Through 11 seasons, English recorded 3,679 assists in 837 games. In Denver’s win against the Wolves, Jokic logged his 14th triple-double […]

James Foglio  •  19 Jan 2023
Suns forward Cam Johnson (right knee) set to return against Nets

Phoenix Suns forward Cam Johnson (right knee) is set to make his return on Thursday versus the Brooklyn Nets, per sources. Johnson underwent surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his right knee, following a 108-106 loss against the Portland Trail Blazers on Nov. 4. Now, the fourth-year wing is listed as probable on the […]

James Foglio  •  18 Jan 2023
Heat starters Kyle Lowry (knee), Caleb Martin (quad) available vs. Pelicans

Miami Heat starters Kyle Lowry (left knee discomfort) and Caleb Martin (left quadriceps strain) have been cleared to play for Wednesday night’s road game against the New Orleans Pelicans. Udonis Haslem (Achilles) is listed as probable. Duncan Robinson (right index finger), Omer Yurtseven (left ankle impingement), and Nikola Jokic (lower back) remain out indefinitely. Upon […]

James Foglio  •  18 Jan 2023
Warriors’ Draymond Green: ‘I think I’ll be in the Hall of Fame’

Warriors forward Draymond Green has received seven All-Defensive selections, four NBA championships, and won Defensive Player of the Year, so the 11-year veteran believes he’ll be inducted into the Hall of Fame. “That’s what I’ve always said. I think I’ll — and I hope I’ll — be in the Hall of Fame,” Green told David […]

James Foglio  •  18 Jan 2023
Lakers’ LeBron James (left ankle soreness) questionable vs. Kings

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James (left ankle soreness) has been downgraded to questionable for Wednesday night’s home game against the Sacramento Kings. Anthony Davis (right foot stress injury), Austin Reaves (left hamstring strain), and Lonnie Walker IV (left knee tendonitis) remain out indefinitely. Scotty Pippen Jr. is also on a G League assignment with […]

James Foglio  •  18 Jan 2023
Keldon Johnson first Spurs player to record 36/10/4 since David Robinson

On Tuesday, Keldon Johnson became the first San Antonio Spurs player to record 36 points, 10 rebounds, and four steals in a single game since Hall of Famer and 10-time All-Star center David Robinson. This was his third double-double of the season. In San Antonio’s 106-98 win over the Brooklyn Nets, the forward recorded a […]

James Foglio  •  18 Jan 2023
WATCH: President Joe Biden forgets Klay Thompson’s name during White House visit

Watch President Joe Biden forget Klay Thompson’s name during the Golden State Warriors’ White House visit while congratulating them for winning their fourth NBA championship in eight years. “Reimagine the team behind the big three: Steph, Draymond, and uh… Ky — you guys are so incredible,” said Biden. “You add up to 72 feet.” It […]

James Foglio  •  18 Jan 2023
Joel Embiid tied with Giannis Antetokounmpo for second-most 40-point games this season

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid recorded his eighth 40-point game this season on Tuesday night, tying him with Giannis Antetokounmpo for the second-most 40-point games behind Luka Doncic, who has nine. In the Sixers’ 120-110 win over the Los Angeles Clippers, the five-time All-Star ended his night with 41 points, nine rebounds, three assists, and […]

James Foglio  •  18 Jan 2023
Jazz wing Lauri Markkanen (hip) upgraded to questionable vs. Clippers

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (hip) has been upgraded to questionable for Wednesday night’s home game against the Los Angeles Clippers. Kelly Olynyk (ankle) remains out indefinitely as well. Heading into this balanced matchup, Utah is 23-24 and ranks eighth in the Western Conference standings. Although the Jazz are 4-6 in their last 10 games, […]

James Foglio  •  18 Jan 2023