Austin Reaves was diagnosed with a mild left calf strain, the Los Angeles Lakers announced on Friday. Reaves will be re-evaluated in one week. JJ Redick said that the Lakers' recent workload took its toll on Reaves. "Our performance team mentioned that the two games back-to-back [in Toronto and Boston] and then Philly again, those were three very taxing games in terms of his … [Read more...] about Austin Reaves Out With Mild Calf Strain, To Be Re-Evaluated In 1 Week
Clippers Asked Chris Paul Repeatedly To Stop ‘Locker Room Lawyering’
The Los Angeles Clippers released Chris Paul after his internal criticism created friction with coaches and teammates during the team's 5-16 start. League sources told The Athletic that Paul had multiple meetings with team officials regarding concerns about his approach, with one source indicating a request to stop "locker room lawyering." President of basketball operations … [Read more...] about Clippers Asked Chris Paul Repeatedly To Stop ‘Locker Room Lawyering’
Lakers Linked With Herb Jones; Future First-Round Pick Seen As Less Valuable Post-Luka Doncic Trade
The Los Angeles Lakers' tradeable first-round pick in either 2031 or 2032 is now seen as less valuable following the Luka Doncic trade and since Mark Walter acquired the franchise, sources told Dan Woike of The Athletic. The thinking is that Walter's stability would make the pick more likely to be later in the first round. The Lakers already owe their top-4 protected 2027 first … [Read more...] about Lakers Linked With Herb Jones; Future First-Round Pick Seen As Less Valuable Post-Luka Doncic Trade
Hornets Not Expected To Pursue Chris Paul
The Charlotte Hornets are not expected to pursue a reunion with Chris Paul, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. The Hornets had interest in signing Paul over the offseason. Paul, who wanted to play near his family in Los Angeles, is reportedly open-minded about his next destination. The Clippers are motivated to work on a trade with Paul. … [Read more...] about Hornets Not Expected To Pursue Chris Paul
Clippers Sign RayJ Dennis To Two-Way, Waive Jahmyl Telfort
The Los Angeles Clippers have agreed to sign RayJ Dennis to a Two-Way contract. In a related move, the Clippers will waive Jahmyl Telfort. Dennis addresses the Clippers need for depth at point guard following their decision to part ways with Chris Paul. … [Read more...] about Clippers Sign RayJ Dennis To Two-Way, Waive Jahmyl Telfort