Tony Snell was unable to find an NBA team to sign him heading into the weekend, Jake Fischer of Yahoo Sports reports. Snell had a Feb. 2 deadline to sign a contract for the remainder of the season. That would have allowed him to accrue a 10th year of service for the Players Association’s retiree benefits program, which would cover healthcare for his whole family. He has two … [Read more...] about And-Ones: Snell, Cureton, Allen, Trade Market
Doc Rivers To Coach In All-Star Game
Five days after returning to the NBA sidelines, Doc Rivers has clinched a spot as the Eastern Conference coach in the All-Star Game, the NBA announced (via Twitter). Rivers and his staff wrapped up the honor tonight when the Bucks overcame a 25-point deficit to win in Dallas and the Knicks lost at home to the Lakers. That ensures Milwaukee will have the best record in the East … [Read more...] about Doc Rivers To Coach In All-Star Game
Central Notes: Merrill, Haliburton, Bucks, Ivey, Duren
The Cavaliers have continued to fire on all cylinders with Evan Mobley and Darius Garland making their respective returns from injuries this week — they’ve won four games in a row and 12 of their last 13. In a look at Cleveland’s hot streak, Joe Vardon of The Athletic highlights the role that sharpshooter Sam Merrill has played in the team’s recent success. The 27-year-old, who … [Read more...] about Central Notes: Merrill, Haliburton, Bucks, Ivey, Duren
Northwest Notes: Lillard, Sharpe, SGA, Agbaji
Fans welcomed Bucks guard Damian Lillard back to Portland Wednesday night with a minute-long standing ovation, writes Jamal Collier of ESPN. The long-time franchise icon remains a popular figure in the city, even after a trade request that led to a summer of rumors and a standoff with management. Lillard expressed his love for Trail Blazers fans and suggested that he would like … [Read more...] about Northwest Notes: Lillard, Sharpe, SGA, Agbaji
Central Notes: Haliburton, Bulls Injuries, Phillips, Lillard
When Tyrese Haliburton returned on January 19 from a five-game absence due to a left hamstring strain, he played 35 minutes, then immediately returned to the inactive list. Following another five-game layoff due to that troublesome hamstring, the Pacers are taking a more cautious approach with their star point guard this time around, writes Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis … [Read more...] about Central Notes: Haliburton, Bulls Injuries, Phillips, Lillard