Hawks guard Dyson Daniels, acquired as part of Atlanta’s blockbuster trade that shipped Dejounte Murray to the Pelicans, put the defensive clamps on Murray during the former Hawk’s first game against his old team, writes Lauren Williams of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Murray was limited to shooting just 2-of-15 from the field against the Hawks on Monday, while Daniels … [Read more...] about Southeast Notes: Daniels, Ware, Wizards, Williams
Hornets’ Tidjane Salaun Exits Game With Ankle Sprain
Hornets rookie forward Tidjane Salaun exited Thursday’s matchup against New York with a left ankle sprain in the first quarter, according to Hornets PR (Twitter link). He was ruled out for the rest of the game. Salaun, the No. 6 overall pick in 2024, has established himself as part of the rotation. He’s averaging 5.1 points and 4.2 rebounds in 19.7 minutes this season while … [Read more...] about Hornets’ Tidjane Salaun Exits Game With Ankle Sprain
Southeast Notes: Harris, Isaac, M. Wagner, Miller, Jovic
Magic wing Gary Harris, a regular part of the team’s rotation when healthy, missed a sixth consecutive game on Friday vs. Philadelphia due to a left hamstring strain. According to Jason Beede of The Orlando Sentinel (Twitter link), head coach Jamahl Mosley said that Harris is making progress and is “responding to treatment pretty well,” but it’s unclear when he’ll be ready to … [Read more...] about Southeast Notes: Harris, Isaac, M. Wagner, Miller, Jovic
And-Ones: Team USA, Practice Facility, Trade Deadline, Panic Meter
With Steve Kerr not expected to return as Team USA’s head coach for the upcoming international basketball cycle that includes the 2027 FIBA World Cup and the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, USA Basketball and managing director Grant Hill will be tasked with selecting Kerr’s successor. According to Joe Vardon of The Athletic, Hill has yet to begin the process of selecting the next … [Read more...] about And-Ones: Team USA, Practice Facility, Trade Deadline, Panic Meter
And-Ones: China, 2025 Draft, Doncic, Trade Deadline, Trends
The Nets and Suns will play two preseason games in Macao next October, which marks the first time the NBA is playing in China since 2019, Shams Charania of ESPN reports (Twitter link). The NBA later formally announced the decision (Twitter link). “Bringing preseason games to Macao will showcase the excitement of the NBA to fans in one of the world’s emerging hubs for sports,” … [Read more...] about And-Ones: China, 2025 Draft, Doncic, Trade Deadline, Trends