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• Russell Westbrook commits ugly Shaqtin’ pass off Anthony Davis’ head
Los Angeles Lakers All-Star guard Russell Westbrook is finding a new way to commit turnovers, which is saying something for the guy who leads the league in turnovers. now we’ve reached the point of performance art pic.twitter.com/Z1sfEMS8jN — Candace Buckner (@CandaceDBuckner) November 11, 2021 The first one is his classic example of driving in the […] The post Russell Westbrook commit...2021
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• Despite layoff, Wizards guard John Wall not expected to return this season
No matter what happens with the remainder of the NBA season, it appears Wizards guard John Wall will not be taking part in it. In a recent interview, Washington general manager Tommy Sheppard indicated the five-time All-Star guard is unlikely to return this season despite the NBA’s indefinite hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic. “We’ve said all along that we can’t wait until John plays next sea...2020
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• Don't expect John Wall to return for Wizards if NBA season resumes
John Wall is in the process of rehabbing from an Achilles tendon injury, and although he's been making significant strides, he probably won't return to action this season. “We’ve said all along that we can’t wait until John plays next season, and I think that will still be our attitude and our stance,” Wizards general manager Tommy Sheppard said, according to The Washington Post's Candace Buckner...2020
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• Wizards To Acquire Shabazz Napier From Nuggets
The Wizards are trading Jordan McRae to the Nuggets for Shabazz Napier, Candace Buckner of The Washington Post reports. McRae has played a crucial role for the Wizards at times this season, filling in a scoring threat for Bradley Beal. Prior to the season, he had spent much of his time in Washington with the […] The post Wizards To Acquire Shabazz Napier From Nuggets appeared first on SLAM....2020
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• Report: Wizards have trade interest in Tristan Thompson
The Cleveland Cavaliers are making Tristan Thompson available in trade talks, and a surprising team has interest in him. Washington Post Wizards reporter Candace Buckner reported on Monday that the Wizards have interest in Thompson. Thompson is in the final season of his five-year, $82 million deal and set to become a free agent after the season. But Washington may believe that by having his Bird ...2020
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• Scott Brooks responds to Bradley Beal's 'culture' comments
Wizards star Bradley Beal recently called out Washington’s team culture as the organization’s struggles continued with a tough loss to the Bulls on Wednesday. Given the team’s record, Beal addressed whether or not losing builds up frustration. “I would hope it does,” Beal said. “I don’t like losing, so it’s going to keep blowing up for me… Until we start winning and changing our culture.” Despite...2020
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• Don't expect John Wall to return for Wizards if NBA season resumes
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• Wiz Ink Anzejs Pasecniks To Standard Deal
The Washington Wizards have seen enough from Latvian prospect Anzejs Pasecniks to convert his two-way contract into a standard deal, Candace Buckner of the Washington Post reports. The 24-year-old has chipped in admirably for the injury ravaged big league squad, averaging 8.2 points and 6.2 rebounds in just over 22 minutes of action per night. […] The post Wiz Ink Anzejs Pasecniks To Standar...2020
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• Wizards to waive C.J. Miles
The Wizards will waive injured swingman C.J. Miles, tweets Candace Buckner of The Washington Post. His roster spot will be used to convert Anzejs Pasecniks‘ two-way contract to a standard deal, and Johnathan Williams will be re-signed to fill the two-way slot. Miles, who is making $8.73M in the final year of his contract, was acquired from the Grizzlies in a trade last summer. He played just 10 ga...2020
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• Wizards' Hachimura recovering from groin procedure, to be evaluated in two weeks
Rui Hachimura will be re-evaluated in about two weeks as he recovers from “a minor procedure” following a groin injury in a Dec. 16 game, the Wizards announced in a press release. This is the first time the organization has acknowledged that Hachimura underwent a medical procedure, tweets Fred Katz of The Athletic. The rookie forward met with reporters before Saturday night’s game to provide an up...2020
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• Wizards guarantee Jordan McRae’s salary
Jordan McRae‘s salary for this season became fully guaranteed by the Wizards on Friday, Bobby Marks of ESPN tweets. Washington’s intentions to retain McRae were reported earlier this month. McRae has been sidelined in recent weeks due to a finger injury. McRae’s $1.6 million contract was already partially guaranteed at $600,000 before Friday’s deadline. He is averaging 8.9 PPG, 2.4 RPG and 2.8 APG...2019
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• Coach Scott Brooks: John Wall not necessarily done for season
According to Washington Post writer Candace Buckner (Twitter link), Wizards coach Scott Brooks has not completely ruled out the availability of injured former All-Star point guard John Wall during the 2019-20 NBA season. “It’s not like we’re shutting him down and focusing on the 2021-2022 seasons,” Brooks told Buckner. Brooks noted (Twitter link) that Wall has been practicing one-on-one against Wi...2019
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• Ian Mahinmi making an impact for the Wizards
Wizards center Ian Mahinmi has played an important role in recent games, serving as the team’s last remaining traditional center as Thomas Bryant and other players nurse various injuries, Candace Buckner of the Washington Post writes. Mahinmi, who missed all of training camp and the first 19 games of the season due to an Achilles’ injury, has made a noticeable impact on both ends of the floor this...2019
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• Wizards expected to guarantee guard Jordan McRae’s contract
The Wizards intend to fully guarantee Jordan McRae‘s contract this season even though he’s currently sidelined by a finger injury, Candace Buckner of the Washington Post reports. McRae underwent surgery on his right ring finger last week to remove a pin from a previous surgery. The procedure was a precautionary measure to prevent infection. He’s expected to miss at least two weeks. McRae suffered ...2019
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• Wizards forward C.J. Miles could miss rest of season with wrist injury
The Wizards could be without forward C.J. Miles for the rest of the season as he heads to see a specialist about damaged ligaments in his left rest, reports Candace Buckner of The Washington Post (Twitter link). Miles, 32, will see a specialist on Monday and if he needs to undergo surgery he would miss the remainder of the season. He was recently ruled out for Washington’s upcoming road trip due t...2019
• Wizards part ways with Devin Robinson after his arrest
The incident that led to Devin Robinson‘s dismissal from the Wizards was a fight with Jalen Mills of the Philadelphia Eagles outside a Washington, D.C., nightclub early this morning, reports Candace Buckner of The Washington Post, citing authorities. The Wizards issued a statement after Robinson's arrest, saying they won’t extend a qualifying offer to the two-way player for next season. Robinson ...2019
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• Go fish! Davis Bertans credits pescatarian diet for his success
Davis Bertans has risen to prominence seemingly overnight, and he thinks that his dietary habits deserve a lot of credit. In a feature by Candace Buckner of The Washington Post this week, the Washington Wizards forward discussed cutting animal products and processed food out of his diet. “After I cut it, my body was feeling so much better,” said Bertans. “I’m quicker, faster than everybody else in...2020
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• John Wall got Black Power fist tattoo
John Wall appears to be making a statement with his newest ink.The Washington Wizards point guard recently got a tattoo of a Black Power fist on his back, according to Candace Buckner of the Washington Post. The ink job fits in nicely with the tattoos that Wall already has on his back of some notable African-American civil rights icons. The four-time All-Star has made headlines over the years with...2017
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• Move to Power Forward Highlights Paul George's Elite Versatility
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• Indiana Pacers and Roy Hibbert Appear Headed for an Ugly Offseason
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• Portland Trail Blazers Clinch Northwest Division Title and Friday NBA Takeaways
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"com/Z1sfEMS8jN — Candace Buckner (@CandaceDBuckner) November 11, 2021 The first one is his classic example of driving in the […] The post Russell Westbrook commits ugly Shaqtin’ pass off Anthony Davis’ head appeared first on ClutchPoints."

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"The Wizards intend to fully guarantee Jordan McRae‘s contract this season even though he’s currently sidelined by a finger injury, Candace Buckner of the Washington Post reports."

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"The team has been in contact with Ramon Sessions ever since he was waived by the Knicks last month, according to Candace Buckner of The Washington Post."

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"For many of the Wizards, though, this will be their first experience in the crucible of a Game 7 writes Candace Buckner of The Washington Post:"

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"“From a distance, you don’t really know,” Clippers guard Jamal Crawford said, per Candace Buckner of the Indianapolis Star."

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"IndyStar's Candace Buckner outlines his gradual demise over the last three seasons: Hibbert made the All-Star team in 2011-12 while having the best season of his career—averages of 12."

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"You know, this is probably still a tough time just because all the guys that are starting to show up at this point in the season," George said, via Candace Buckner of the Indianapolis Star."

• Report: Wizards have trade interest in Tristan Thompson
2020

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• Washington Signs Johnathan Williams To Two-Way
The Washington Wizards will bring Johnathan Williams back on a two-way contract, Candace Buckner of the Washington Post reports. The 24-year-old already has six games with the club this season. The Wiz were obligated to release Williams when they hardship provision they utilized to acquire him initially expired. The team has since freed up a […] The post Washington Signs Johnathan Williams T...2020
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• Wiz Ink Anzejs Pasecniks To Standard Deal
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• Wizards To Waive C.J. Miles
The Washington Wizards are waiving veteran guard C.J. Miles, Candace Buckner of the Washington Post reports. The move gives the team an additional standard roster spot which they intend to use on Anzejs Pasecniks. Miles landed in Washington after a midseason salary dump from the Memphis Grizzlies. He served a contributory role in the Wizards’ […] The post Wizards To Waive C.J. Miles ap...2020
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• Wizards to waive C.J. Miles
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• Wizards guarantee Jordan McRae’s salary
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• Coach Scott Brooks: John Wall not necessarily done for season
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• Wizards expected to guarantee guard Jordan McRae’s contract
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• Wizards part ways with Devin Robinson after his arrest
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• Wizards Sign Jordan McRae To Multiyear Deal

The Washington Wizards have signed guard Jordan McRae to a multiyear contract, Candace Buckner of The Washington Post tweets. McRae has already played in 27 games for franchise this season, averaging 5.9 points in 12.3 minute of work. The conversion of McRae’s deal this year pushes the franchise back up to 14 players prior to […] The post Wizards Sign Jordan McRae To Multiyear Deal app...2019
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• Report: Wizards have trade interest in Tristan Thompson
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• Scott Brooks responds to Bradley Beal's 'culture' comments
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• Go fish! Davis Bertans credits pescatarian diet for his success
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• Wiz Ink Anzejs Pasecniks To Standard Deal
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• Wizards to waive C.J. Miles
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• Wizards' Hachimura recovering from groin procedure, to be evaluated in two weeks
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• Wizards forward C.J. Miles could miss rest of season with wrist injury
2019
• Wizards interviewing Ferry, Rosas for top front office job
Former Pelicans interim GM Danny Ferry and current Rockets executive vice president of basketball operations Gersson Rosas will be the first candidate to meet with the Wizards about the team’s top front office job. According to Fred Katz of The Athletic, Rosas is currently in Washington to interview with the club, while Candace Buckner of The Washington Post tweets that Ferry met with the Wizards ...2019
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• Wizards part ways with Devin Robinson after his arrest
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• Wizards Sign Jordan McRae To Multiyear Deal
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• Wizards narrowing search for new head of basketball operations
After the Wizards fired Ernie Grunfeld with eight days left in the regular season, updates on their search for a new head of basketball operations were few and far between for the next several weeks. However, that changed this week. According to various reports, three candidates to replace Grunfeld were in Washington to interview with the Wizards on Tuesday. According to Candace Buckner of The Was...2019
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• John Wall returning to Kentucky to complete business degree
It’s been nearly a decade since John Wall attended Kentucky, but he’ll soon be returning, in hopes of finishing what he started.Wall, who went to Kentucky from 2009-10, recently revealed his plans to go back this summer so he can earn a business degree.“I’m going back to school this summer to get my business degree,” Wall said, via Candace Buckner of The Washington Post. “That’s what I’m focusing ...2018
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• John Wall To Return To Kentucky This Summer To Pursue Bachelor’s Degree

All-Star point guard John Wall plans to return to the University of Kentucky this summer to pursue his bachelor’s degree, reports Candace Buckner of The Washington Post: “I’m going back to school this summer to get my business degree,” Wall revealed. “That’s what I’m focusing on. I promised my dad that.” Wall’s father died when his son […] The post John Wall To Return To Kentucky This ...2018
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• John Wall states he’ll take ‘no mercy’ on Lonzo Ball
LaVar Ball may have put his son, Lonzo, in a difficult situation heading into Wednesday’s game against the Wizards.Ball poked the bear known as John Wall on Monday, when he said the Wizards had “better beware” of Lonzo. That didn’t sit well in the Wizards locker room, with Marcin Gortat being the first one to laugh off Ball’s comments.Wall, on the other hand, didn’t seem to find it as funny.“Nah, ...2017
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• John Wall says he will show ‘no mercy’ against Lonzo Ball
The Big Baller Brand is officially being threatened by the Big Waller Brand.Before the Washington Wizards played the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday, Wizards guard John Wall was asked if he planned to let up on Lakers rookie Lonzo Ball in their highly-anticipated matchup.“Nah, no mercy,” replied Wall, per Candace Buckner of the Washington Post. “Certain matchups you really get up for. Like when yo...2017
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• Wizards head coach Scott Brooks has amazing take on LaVar Ball
LaVar Ball is a pompous ass who builds himself up by talking about his sons all the darn time. Or is he? It’s all a matter of perspective. If you’re among those who feel LaVar Ball is just seeking attention for himself, one man’s perspective on this popular figure could potentially change your mind.Washington Wizards head coach Scott Brooks was asked about how he feels Lonzo Ball is handling being...2017
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• Wizards head coach Scott Brooks has amazing take on LaVar Ball
LaVar Ball is a pompous ass who builds himself up by talking about his sons all the darn time. Or is he? It’s all a matter of perspective. If you’re among those who feel LaVar Ball is just seeking attention for himself, one man’s perspective on this popular figure could potentially change your mind.Washington Wizards head coach Scott Brooks was asked about how he feels Lonzo Ball is handling being...2017
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• NBA Rumors: Latest Trade Buzz on Nerlens Noel, John Wall and More
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• Monday NBA Roundup: Raptors' Old-School Offense Looks Historically Potent
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• 1st-Place Clippers Continue Passing Tests and Monday NBA Takeaways
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• Lance Stephenson to Grizzlies: Latest Trade Details, Comments and Reaction
2016

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• Lakers Taking Necessary Gamble on Roy Hibbert After Flopping in Free Agency
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• Willie Cauley-Stein Says Larry Bird Told Him He's a '$100 Million Player'
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• Paul George Trade Rumors: Latest News, Speculation Surrounding Pacers Star
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• Paul George Projected to Start at Power Forward for Indiana Pacers
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• Carlos Boozer Shoves Roy Hibbert Down to Court, Says Hibbert Is Not a Tough Guy
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• Could Fitter Roy Hibbert Salvage Career in Los Angeles?
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• Jordan Hill Reportedly to Timberwolves: Latest Contract Details and Reaction
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• Pacers Shootaround Canceled Before Game 7 vs. Raptors
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• Shootaround (May 15) -- Washington Wizards, Boston Celtics gear up for Game 7
No. 1: Wizards getting Game 7 experience tonight against Celtics -- Tonight in Boston, the Celtics will square off against the Washington Wizards in Game 7 of their Eastern Conference semifinals series (8 ET, TNT). Including the regular season, these two teams have played 10 times this season, with the home team winning every game. Of course, playing in a Game 7 is unlike anything else. For many o...2017
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• NBA Slam Dunk Contest 2016: Winner, Highlights, Scores and Twitter Reaction
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• Roy Hibbert to Lakers: Latest Trade Details, Comments and Reaction
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• John Wall, Jae Crowder Fined for Altercation: Latest Comments, Reaction
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• Warriors Finish 73-9, Break Bulls' NBA Record for Regular-Season Wins
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• Mirza Teletovic Injury: Updates on Suns Forward's Ankle and Return
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• Fantasy Basketball 2014: Latest Rankings for Top Players and Sleepers
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• Indiana Pacers 2014-15 Season Preview: Roster Breakdown, Win-Loss Prediction
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• Ian Mahinmi making an impact for the Wizards
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• Wizards' second-year big man Thomas Bryant making an impression
The Wizards have long been eliminated from playoff contention, but second-year big man Thomas Bryant is taking every late-season opportunity to establish himself as a long-term rotation piece for Washington, Candace Buckner of the Washington Post reports. Bryant recently impressed for the Wizards as Washington closed out a tight game against Phoenix. Bryant’s game-winning bucket, his second of the...2019
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• John Wall ruptures Achilles in fall, out at least 12 more months
John Wall‘s injury issues have gone from bad to worse, according to a new announcement from the Wizards. After initially undergoing season-ending surgery on his left heel last month, Wall developed an infection in the incision from that surgery, then suffered a ruptured left Achilles tendon when he slipped and fell in his home, the team announced Tuesday in a press release. As a result of the new ...2019
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• Wizards owner: 'We will never, ever tank'
With his Wizards set to face the Knicks Thursday in London, owner Ted Leonsis told reporters, including Candace Buckner of The Washington Post (Twitter link), that the plan is for the club to continue contending for the postseason, despite the season-ending injury to star point guard John Wall. “We will never, ever tank,” Leonsis said, per Buckner. Since Wall went down, the Wizards have held their...2019
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• John Wall reportedly considering season-ending heel surgery
Wizards point guard John Wall is considering undergoing season-ending surgery on his left heel, according to a report. Wall has missed some games this month due to pain in his heel. He did not participate in shootaround or Washington's game on Friday due to it, and he went to see a specialist on Saturday. According to The Washington Post’s Candace Buckner, Wall is considering season-ending surgery...2018
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• Report: Trevor Ariza 'checked out mentally' with Suns
Suns guard Devin Booker referred to Trevor Ariza as a player who was “loved in the locker room” in Phoenix, but the club’s slow start to the season took a toll on the veteran forward — sources tell Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic that Ariza “checked out mentally” early in the 2018-19 campaign. The decision to trade him was a mutual one made by the Suns and Ariza’s camp, Rankin adds. Ariza, wh...2018
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• John Wall says injury was reason for his unusually bad game
John Wall is blaming an injury for his one-point performance in Saturday’s loss at Cleveland, according to Candace Buckner of The Washington Post. Wall has been suffering from a bone spur in his left heel and was treated for the condition after the game. “It’s just like a bone spur but today it got really hot,” Wall told Ben Standig of NBC Sports Washington (Twitter link). “Probably shouldn’t have...2018
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• DeMarcus Cousins making good progress on Achilles injury
Warriors center DeMarcus Cousins is making good progress from his torn left Achilles tendon and will be “integrated into controlled aspects of team practices” in the near future, according to a team release. He is not ready to participate in scrimmages at this point, but he will continue off-court strength and conditioning, the release adds. While the news is encouraging, it’s apparent that Cousin...2018
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• Wizards' Jodie Meeks is still waiting to hear about his suspension appeal
As the season nears, Wizards guard Jodie Meeks is still awaiting word on his suspension appeal, according to Candace Buckner of the Washington Post. Meeks was docked 25 games at the end of last season for a reported violation of the NBA’s drug policy. He has already served six games and is hoping to have the penalty reduced. If it isn’t, he won’t be eligible to play until November 26.“Nothing’s ch...2018
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• Marcus Morris: Players On The Pacers And Raptors ‘Can’t Guard’

Marcus Morris did his homework while preparing to guard LeBron James in the Eastern Conference Finals, watching the King’s previous 11 playoff games against the Toronto Raptors and the Indiana Pacers. His takeaway after seeing LeBron’s opposition? “Them dudes can’t guard. That’s what I did pick up,” Morris told the Washington Post’s Candace Buckner. Morris’ […] The po...2018
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• NBA Rumors: Latest Trade Buzz on Nerlens Noel, John Wall and More
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• Monday NBA Roundup: Rockets' Approach Makes Them Both Dangerous and Vulnerable
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• DeMarcus Cousins Comments on Potentially Playing with John Wall
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• NBA Summer League 2016: Top Takeaways from July 11 in Las Vegas
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• Philadelphia 76ers Can't Give Up on 'The Process' and Sunday NBA Takeaways
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• Why Your Favorite NBA Team Won't Win the Title: March Edition
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• Pacers vs. Warriors: Score, Highlights and Reaction from 2016 Regular Season
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• NBA Rumors: Latest Deron Williams Trade Buzz and Other Free-Agent Rumblings
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• NBA Free Agency 2015: Latest Rumors and Predictions for Kevin Love and More
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• Ranking the Indiana Pacers' Biggest 2015 NBA Draft Needs
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