3 months ago

Jaren Jackson Jr. to Miss Rest of the Season With Knee Surgery

JJJ will likely miss the remainder of the season to undergo left knee surgery after a localized PVNS growth was discovered post-trade, Chris Haynes reported. The procedure is being done to ensure his long-term health. Jackson was traded to Utah from Memphis before the deadline in a blockbuster deal that reshaped both franchises' futures.

By Adit Pujari

3 months ago

Udonis Haslem Goes Against Kevin Durant's 'Blame The Europeans' Take On All-Star Game

KD, when asked about putting in effort in the ASG, pointed the attention to guys like Doncic and Jokic, claiming the Europeans are lazy at times too. "We blaming all y'all. It's accountability on everybody between the young guys, old guys, Europeans, Americans, everybody. Take a step up," said Haslem, calling for KD to "give the fans what they want".

By Samir Mehdi

3 months ago

JJ Redick Refuses To Give Updates On Luka Doncic's All-Star Game Availability

Doncic mildly injured his left hamstring in the second quarter of the Lakers' 119-115 win over the 76ers. He was initially slated to return tonight against the Mavs but won't. When asked if he will return during the ASG, Redick said, "That's above my pay grade." When asked about the Lakers' medical staff, he said the exact same thing.

By Samir Mehdi

3 months ago

Jazz Fined $500k For Benching Lauri Markkanen and Jaren Jackson Jr During Fourth Quarters

Will Hardy said "no" when asked if he had any intention of playing JJJ or Lauri in the 4th against the Heat. A clear indication of tanking. "These players were otherwise able to continue to play and the outcomes of the games were thereafter in doubt," said the NBA on the $500k fine, claiming Utah's actions were "detrimental" to the league.

By Samir Mehdi

3 months ago

Adam Silver Addresses Pacers Getting Fined $100k For Violating Player Participation

The NBA fined Indiana after they deemed Pascal Siakam and two Pacers were healthy during February 3rd's Indiana-Utah game. Yet they did not play. "Overt behavior like this that prioritizes draft position over winning undermines the foundation of NBA competition," said Silver, claiming game "integrity" has been compromised. Utah was fined $500k for benching JJJ and Lauri in fourth quarters.

By Samir Mehdi

3 months ago

Kel’el Ware Dispels Rumors About Playing Bad to Earn Minutes

Ware said that he and Erik Spoelstra never discussed the rumors, but understood it was a miscommunication. "I would say it was more trying to get used to playing in a different role," Ware explained. He added that he'd never play bad on purpose. Now, Ware is just trying to impact the game positively and be a good defender.

By Pranay Mukherjee

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