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• Kenneth Faried takes crucial step in possible return to Nuggets
The Denver Nuggets’ injury issues have been well-documented this season. Denver was bit by the injury bug before the season even began and has had to weather a bevy of absences, with eight players currently sidelined due to COVID issues and injury. Given the hits to their depth, Nuggets fans could potentially be seeing a […]
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• Kenneth Faried anticipated move to Houston Rockets
On January 16, Kenneth Faried — who had appeared in just 12 games and averaged fewer than 10 MPG for the Nets at that point — noticed something about Brooklyn’s opponent that night. As Zach Lowe of ESPN.com writes, the injury-plagued Rockets were starting P.J. Tucker at center while Faried once again got a DNP-CD for the Nets. “(I remember thinking), ‘They are not even playing a big!' Faried said ...2019
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• James Harden experiencing pain in wrist after fall, X-rays were negative
After a scary fall on his right wrist and brief exit from the Rockets’ win over the Sixers on Friday, precautionary X-rays on James Harden were negative, per ESPN’s Tim MacMahon. Harden is expected to play on Sunday against the Mavericks. Harden returned to Friday’s game to finish with 31 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists. Last season’s Most Valuable Player leads the league in scoring, averagi...2019
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• Southwest Division's free agent breakdown heading into '19 offseason
Every week, Hoops Rumors takes a closer look at players who will be free agents or could become free agents next offseason. We examine if their stock is rising or falling due to performance and other factors. This week, we turn our attention to the Southwest Division: Maxi Kleber, 27, Mavericks, PF (Up) – Signed to a two-year, $2.19 million deal in 2017 Kleber has received increased playing time s...2019
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• Nets waive Kenneth Faried ahead of Rockets deal
The Nets have requested waivers on veteran big man Kenneth Faried, the team announced in a press release on Saturday. Faried is expected to sign with the Rockets upon clearing waivers, ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reported on Friday. Faried and his $13.7 million salary is expected to clear waivers on Monday, per Wojnarowski. The Rockets will need to clear a roster spot for Faried and the team is repo...2019
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• Kenneth Faried charged with marijuana possession
As first reported by Valerie Gordon of 27East.com, new Nets power forward Kenneth Faried was arrested in Bridgehampton on Sunday morning and was charged with fourth-degree criminal possession of marijuana, a misdemeanor for those allegedly possessing more than two ounces of marijuana. The Nets know about the situation, according to Anthony Puccio of NetsDaily, who confirmed the initial report.“We ...2018
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• Ranking NBA rookies by predicted impact in 2018-19
Although the annual draft brings hope of immediate improvement to struggling teams, only a select group of NBA rookies will make a substantial impact in their first season.In 2018-19, Deandre Ayton highlights the few players headed for an immediate starting role. Most every other rookie, though, will be competing for minutes in a reserve spot.So, it’s critical to remember the list is ordered based...2018
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• Report: Nuggets Paul Millsap out three months due to wrist surgery
The Nuggets need Kenneth Faried and Trey Lyles to step up....2017
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• Nuggets reportedly interested in pursuing Blake Griffin, Paul Millsap
The Denver Nuggets seem intent on adding a power forward one way or another this offseason.ESPN’s Marc Stein and Chris Haynes report on Sunday that the Nuggets are hoping to “crash the list of suitors” for unrestricted free agents Blake Griffin and Paul Millsap.The need is certainly there — Nikola Jokic and Mason Plumlee are both natural centers, and Kenneth Faried, one of the only true power forw...2017
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• Report: Nuggets exploring trade market for Emmanuel Mudiay
At 21-27 on the season, the Denver Nuggets are right in the thick of the playoff race in the Western Conference. They enter Thursday’s action in a statistical tie with the Portland Trail Blazers for the eighth spot.A lot of this has to do with Denver’s young players stepping up during the 2016-17 season. Despite recent injury issues, center Nikola Jokic his playing at a tremendously high level. Th...2017