There have been “rumbles in coaching circles” that Kenny Atkinson’s job is becoming less safe amid the Cavaliers‘ recent stumbles and their disappointing 15-14 record, Marc Stein of The Stein Line states in his latest Substack column (subscription required). Atkinson led the Cavs to the best record in the East a year ago in his first season with the team, but a second-round … [Read more...] about Stein’s Latest: Atkinson, Harden, Sabonis, White
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Jaren Jackson Jr., Jalen Brunson Named Players Of Week
Grizzlies big man Jaren Jackson Jr. and Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson were named the Western and Eastern Conference Players of the Week, respectively, according to the NBA (Twitter links). This marks the second career Player of the Week award for Jackson, who averaged 27.0 points, 8.0 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.7 steals and 2.7 blocks in 32.7 minutes per game and led Memphis … [Read more...] about Jaren Jackson Jr., Jalen Brunson Named Players Of Week
Ivica Zubac Leaves Clippers’ Win Over Lakers With Ankle Injury
Ivica Zubac left the LA Clippers' 103-88 win over the Los Angeles Lakers in the first half with a left ankle injury. Zubac went to the floor late in the first quarter and immediately hobbled to the Clippers' locker room. Zubac had five points and two rebounds in 11 minutes prior to the injury. Brook Lopez entered the game for the Clippers at center. Zubac has been one of the … [Read more...] about Ivica Zubac Leaves Clippers’ Win Over Lakers With Ankle Injury
Wizards Sophomore Finally Making His Second Year Leap
The Washington Wizards‘ 2024 draft class is one of the only highlights for the franchise in recent history. Alex Sarr is playing at an elite level on both ends, and Kyshawn George is proving to be the steal of the class as the season nears its midway point. Now, Bub Carrington is finally making his jump after a bumpy first few months of the season. Wizards Sophomore Finally … [Read more...] about Wizards Sophomore Finally Making His Second Year Leap
Clippers preparing for several weeks without Ivica Zubac
INGLEWOOD — Clippers coach Tyronn Lue’s first thought when he saw center Ivica Zubac land hard on the court during Saturday night’s victory over the Lakers was “a word I can’t say.” His second thought was what now? The team has been beset by injuries all season, starting with veteran point guard Bradley Beal suffering a season-ending hip injury to Kawhi Leonard’s foot issues … [Read more...] about Clippers preparing for several weeks without Ivica Zubac