The Nuggets signed Jamal Murray to a four-year, maximum-salary extension before the season. Murray’s offensive outburst on Tuesday showed why Denver felt compelled to make that move, despite the guard’s health issues — his 67 regular-season games were the most he’s played since the 2018/19 season. Murray poured in 43 points as Denver took a 3-2 lead in its series against the … [Read more...] about Nuggets Notes: Murray, Westbrook, Jokic, Braun
Lakers’ Maxi Kleber Available For Game 5
Maxi Kleber, who underwent surgery after breaking his right foot in late January, has been medically cleared to make his Lakers debut, according to Khobi Price of The Orange County Register (Twitter link). Coach J.J. Redick confirmed Kleber’s status while meeting with reporters before Game 5 against Minnesota. Kleber was acquired from Dallas in February as part of the massive … [Read more...] about Lakers’ Maxi Kleber Available For Game 5
Clippers Notes: Harden, Intuit Dome, Bench, Game 4
During a recent conversation with Marc J. Spears of Andscape about his resurgent 2024/25 season, 11-time All-Star Clippers guard James Harden expressed confidence in his hometown team’s ability to capture its first title this summer. Before they have a chance to make a serious run at a championship, the Clippers will need to get out of the first round. L.A. is currently knotted … [Read more...] about Clippers Notes: Harden, Intuit Dome, Bench, Game 4
Stephen Curry Named 2024/25 Teammate Of The Year
Warriors star Stephen Curry has been named the NBA’s Teammate of the Year for the 2024/25 season, the league announced today (via Twitter). The Twyman-Stokes Teammate of the Year award “recognizes the player deemed the best teammate based on selfless play, leadership as a mentor and role model to other NBA players, and commitment to his team,” per the NBA. The award isn’t voted … [Read more...] about Stephen Curry Named 2024/25 Teammate Of The Year
Lakers Notes: James, Game 3, Doncic, Wolves’ Crowd
LeBron James recorded one of his highest-scoring playoff performances in a Laker uniform in Game 3 against the Timberwolves on Friday, scoring 38 points and 10 rebounds. The Lakers also knocked down 17 of their 40 three-point attempts after making just 21 combined in the first two games. Still, as Khobi Price of The Orange County Register writes, these positive developments … [Read more...] about Lakers Notes: James, Game 3, Doncic, Wolves’ Crowd