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• NBA Notes: Rockets, Fred VanVleet, Timberwolves, Jazz
Rockets Fred VanVleet‘s return from two ankle injuries has come at an ideal time for the Rockets, who went 10-9 without him, though they faced relatively weaker opponents, as noted by ESPN’s Kevin Pelton. While the Rockets are unlikely to challenge for the second seed in the Western Conference, they are in a strong position […]
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• Trade Rumors: Mitchell, Grant, Hawks, Clarkson
There’s no indication that the Cavaliers are considering trading Donovan Mitchell, and the star guard shut down that topic of conversation following injuries to teammates Darius Garland and Evan Mobley. However, in an Insider-only story for ESPN.com, Kevin Pelton argues that it’s something the team should think about, given that Cleveland doesn’t appear to be […]...2023
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• Despite down year, coach Terry Stotts' job should be safe in Portland
Despite a disappointing season so far in Portland, there’s no reason to believe coach Terry Stotts‘ job will be in danger this spring, a source with knowledge of the situation tells Sam Amick of The Athletic. Coming off the Trail Blazers‘ appearance in the Western Conference Finals a year ago, the team extended Stotts’ contract through the 2021-22 season. This season, the Trail Blazers (26-33) ar...2020
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• LeBron James' injury could lead to a 'nightmare scenario' for NBA playoffs
In an NBA Insiders piece for ESPN, writers Kevin Arnovitz, Chris Herring, Brian Windhorst, Andre Snellings and Kevin Pelton discuss the Lakers’ playoff chances with superstar LeBron James missing extended time with the groin injury he suffered on Christmas Day against the Warriors. As one may expect, the consensus among the writers is that the Lakers will still probably make the playoffs, assuming...2019
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• Is Kawhi's quad injury scaring off the Clippers and Lakers?
The first major story of the NBA offseason broke on Friday, when multiple reports indicated that Kawhi Leonard wanted out of San Antonio. While the Spurs will take a patient, measured approach to the situation and won’t rush Leonard out the door, there was certainly no shortage of trade rumors surrounding the star forward over the weekend.We’ve got a few more Kawhi-related items to round up this m...2018
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• Central Notes: Bullock, Griffin, Van Gundy, Cavs
Pistons‘ starting swingman Reggie Bullock suffered minor injuries after being involved in a two-car motor vehicle accident this morning on his way to practice, reports Rod Beard of The Detroit News. He wasn’t seriously injured but was taken to the hospital for treatment.Bullock, who was on his way to the Pistons’ practice facility in Auburn Hills, was also apparently the victim of a hit-and-run, a...2018
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• Pelton mail: Which non-Hall of Famer had the best peak?
Kevin Pelton answers questions on injuries to star players, pull-up transition 3s, Tyus Jones and more....2018
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• Pelton mail: How can Cavs make playoffs with such a bad defense?
Kevin Pelton answers questions on the quality of free throw shooting, games lost due to injury, and more....2018
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• Answering the big questions after DeMarcus Cousins' injury
When Cousins went down Friday night, did he take the Pelicans' season with him? Kevin Pelton looks at the future for the team and for Cousins, who is an impending free agent....2018
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• NBA Meme Mania: 2016 Training Camp Edition
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