3 months ago

Jokic Speaks on Knee Injury Uncertainty, Says “The One From Upstairs Is Protecting Me”

When asked if he feared an ACL tear after injuring his knee, Jokic was unsure, "I didn't know what to expect." However, he was proud of the preparation he'd done during the summer in getting his body ready. Jokic believes the one above is protecting him and said "He knows that I did everything how it's supposed to be."

By Pranay Mukherjee

3 months ago

Draymond Green Calls Out Ref After Tech: “Don’t Put Your Hand in My Face”

Green picked up his 10th technical foul vs Pistons after he told a ‘caucasian’ referee to stop putting a hand in his face. “As a black man in America, don't put your hand in my face,” he said. He argued respect must be mutual: “If the line won't be held both ways, then line won't be held from my way.”

By Raahib Singh

3 months ago

Paul George Suspended 25 Games Without Pay for Anti-Drug Program Violation

Philadelphia announced George will miss 25 games without pay after an Anti-Drug Program violation. The NBA said he was “suspended without pay for 25 games for violating the terms of the NBA/NBPA Anti-Drug Program.” The penalty begins with tonight’s 76ers-Pelicans game at Xfinity Mobile Arena, sidelining Sixers' top wing as they fight for position in the East.

By Raahib Singh

3 months ago

Paul George on His 25-Game Suspension: “I Take Full Responsibility for My Actions”

George addressed his suspension, saying he “made the mistake of taking an improper medication” while seeking treatment for a personal issue. “I take full responsibility for my actions and apologize to Sixers organization, my teammates, and the Philly fans,” he said. George added he’ll use the time to ensure his “mind and body” are ready to help when he returns.

By Raahib Singh

3 months ago

Warriors’ Giannis Plan Likely Excludes Jimmy Butler Contract, Puts Draymond Green in Play

Marc Stein reports Golden State’s chase for Giannis is unlikely to include Butler’s contract after his season-ending knee tear on Jan. 19. That tightens salary-matching paths and could shift focus to Green. “It has long been assumed that a credible Golden State offer would have to include Green or Butler for salary-matching purposes,” Stein wrote in any deal talks.

By Raahib Singh

3 months ago

Wizards Check In on Lonzo Ball as Cap Space Becomes Trade Weapon

Washington has checked in on Ball as Cleveland gauges the market. HoopsHype reported the Wizards are “among the teams that have checked in on Ball.” League sources told the outlet Washington is open to taking on unwanted money, using nearly $30 million in luxury-tax space and traded player exceptions, if draft-pick compensation is attached, as it rebuilds around youth.

By Raahib Singh

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