The Houston Rockets are being rewarded for their recent decisions. Now 10-4 nearly a fifth of the way through the season, they’re third in the mighty Western Conference. For a franchise with a team that looked bound for the lottery for the foreseeable future, the rapid turnaround has been a rush. Rockets general manager Rafael Stone might deserve the bulk of the credit for … [Read more...] about Rockets High-Riser Reaching For Stardom, Where Will He Land?
Denver Nuggets Almost Drafted Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
On a recent episode of the Hoop Collective, Brian Windhorst was joined by former Denver Post reporter and now part of the Denver Nuggets front office, Mike Singer. The Nuggets hired Singer to be director of intelligence and strategy, as the team made several front-office hires before the 2024-25 NBA season. Talking on the Hoop Collective, Mike Singer promoted his upcoming book, … [Read more...] about Denver Nuggets Almost Drafted Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
Suns Guard Remains Out As Phoenix Begins Home Stand
After a hot start to the season, the Phoenix Suns have dropped four of their last five games largely in part due to injuries. Kevin Durant missed multiple games in that five-game stretch. Another critical player currently missing time is Suns guard Bradley Beal, who will continue to sit out as Phoenix begins a six-game stretch at home on Monday against the Orlando Magic. Suns … [Read more...] about Suns Guard Remains Out As Phoenix Begins Home Stand
Raptors Sign Forward With Canada Ties to G League Deal
The Toronto Raptors are reportedly adding a new member to the roster, though only to a contract with the G League. According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, Toronto has signed forward Eugene Omoruyi to their G League affiliate, the Raptors 905. The 27-year-old was born in Nigeria. However, he grew up in Canada and attended Orangeville Prep as a high schooler. Now as a member of … [Read more...] about Raptors Sign Forward With Canada Ties to G League Deal
Celtics Big Man Raising His Stock In Starting Lineup
While the C’s are not undefeated like the Cleveland Cavaliers, Boston is still playing outstanding basketball and is well on its way to replicating last season’s success. With Kristaps Porziņģis still sidelined due to recovery, Celtics big man Neemias Queta has stepped up in a huge way since Joe Mazzulla inserted him into the starting five. Celtics Big Man Raising His Stock In … [Read more...] about Celtics Big Man Raising His Stock In Starting Lineup