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• Donte DiVincenzo, Anthony Edwards Leave Game 4 With Injuries9:27 pm: The Wolves have also ruled out star guard Anthony Edwards for the rest of the game with a left knee injury after a collision with Denver’s Cameron Johnson late in the second quarter (Twitter video link from Michael Scotto of HoopsHype). Scotto adds that DiVincenzo left the arena in a wheelchair. 8:33 pm: […]...2026Continue with Donte DiVincenzo -
• NBA Notes: Grizzlies, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Timberwolves, Naz Reid, Pistons
Grizzlies Grizzlies guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope is expected to exercise his $21.6 million player option for the 2026-27 season, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. The option represents the final year of his three-year, $66 million contract. Caldwell-Pope, 33, dealt with an abbreviated season after undergoing surgery in February to address a misalignment in his right […] The post NB...2026Continue with Kentavious Caldwell
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• Grizzlies Add Tyler Burton On 10-Day Hardship Deal
12:08pm: The signing is official, the team tweets. 11:15am: The injury-riddled Grizzlies are signing wing Tyler Burton to a 10-day hardship exception, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype tweets. Burton has averaged 19.6 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.6 assists, and 1.2 steals per game in 43 appearances with the NBA G League’s Memphis Hustle, shooting 45% overall and […]...2026See more articles Memphis Hustle
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• Pacers’ Johnny Furphy Out For Season With Torn ACL
Pacers swingman Johnny Furphy underwent an MRI on Monday which revealed a torn ACL in his right knee, league sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). Tony East of Circle City Spin confirms the news (via Twitter). The 35th overall pick in the 2024 draft, Furphy suffered the injury during Sunday’s loss in Toronto […]...2026Read about Tony East
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• Haywood Highsmith Nearing Return, Drawing Interest
Veteran wing Haywood Highsmith is drawing interest from playoff teams after being waived by the Nets to accommodate their three-team deal that sent Chris Paul to Toronto and Ochai Agbaji to Brooklyn, reports Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). Highsmith has yet to play a game this season after he underwent surgery on a torn meniscus […]...2026Read about Haywood Highsmith
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• NBA Rumors: Mavericks, Anthony Davis, Warriors, Jonathan Kuminga, RaptorsMavericks The expectation around the league is that the Mavericks will ride this one out with Anthony Davis. Several NBA executives told HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto that Davis’ trade value is severely limited as he recovers from a hand injury, making a deal unlikely unless Dallas is willing to treat it as a straight salary dump. […] The post NBA Rumors: Mavericks, Anthony Davis, Warriors, Jon...2026Click for news about Anthony Davis -
• NBA Notes: Nuggets, Peyton Watson, Rockets, Alperen Sengun, ClippersNuggets Fourth-year forward Peyton Watson is drawing significant trade interest ahead of restricted free agency, according to HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto. The Nuggets, however, have pushed back on those inquiries and remain focused on re-signing Watson this offseason, Scotto reported. That stance is not surprising. Watson’s role has grown dramatically amid injuries across the roster, and […] ...2026Check it out Peyton Watson -
• Wizards Will Take Cautious Approach Bringing Trae Young Back From InjuryThe Washington Wizards will re-evaluate Trae Young and will take a cautious approach to his availability, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Young recently returned to the court from a sprained MCL, but is now out with a quad injury. The Wizards acquired Young on Wednesday for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert. The Wizards currently have the fourth worst record in the league at 10-26....2026Visit the page Washington Wizards -
• Cameron Johnson Has Bone Bruise, No Structural DamageThe Nuggets got good news on forward Cameron Johnson following his right knee injury on Tuesday. According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link), an MRI on Johnson’s knee showed a bone bruise, but no structural damage. As Shams Charania of ESPN tweets, Johnson is still expected to miss some time, but it’s a best-case […]...2025Check it out Cameron Johnson -
• Hawks Waive Jacob Toppin
The Hawks have waived forward Jacob Toppin, who was on a two-way contract, according to the official transaction log at NBA.com (hat tip to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype). The news is obviously unfortunate for Toppin but not surprising. The 25-year-old underwent season-ending right shoulder surgery last Monday to repair a torn labrum he suffered in […]...2025Check it out Jacob Toppin
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Michael Scotto injury and suspension
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• Cam Thomas To Be Re-Evaluated In 2 Weeks After MRI On Hamstring Shows ProgressCam Thomas is set to be re-evaluated in two weeks for his hamstring injury, sources told Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. An MRI showed that Thomas' hamstring was making progress. Thomas is back to doing on-court work. Thomas is averaging 21.4 points and 2.4 assists this season....2025Click for news about Cam Thomas -
• Andre Drummond Leaves Sixers' Win With Hyperextended KneePhiladelphia Sixers center Andre Drummond was diagnosed with a hyperextended knee, sources told Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Drummond suffered the injury during the Sixers' 115-103 win over the Nets on Friday night. Drummond left the game in a wheelchair. Drummond is averaging 8.2 points and 10.3 rebounds on the year....2025Visit the page Andre Drummond -
• Arthroscopic Procedure Set For Thunder’s Kenrich WilliamsThunder forward Kenrich Williams will undergo an arthroscopic procedure on his left knee today, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). The team will provide a timeline for his recovery after the surgery is complete, Scotto adds. Williams was an important reserve for Oklahoma City during its run to the NBA title last season. […]...2025See more articles Kenrich Williams -
• Hawks send Kobe Bufkin to Nets for cashThe Hawks have decided to move on from former first-round pick Kobe Bufkin, sending him to the Nets in exchange for $110,000 in cash, per Shams Charania of ESPN and Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Bufkin, the No. 15 overall pick in 2023, never really found his footing in Atlanta. Injuries piled up — a fractured […] The post Hawks send Kobe Bufkin to Nets for cash appeared first on Hoops Wire....2025See also Shams Charania -
• Clippers, Zach Freemantle Agree To Contract
The Clippers and former Xavier standout Zach Freemantle have agreed to a deal, sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). Freemantle went undrafted in June after six college seasons with the Musketeers (he missed the 2023/24 campaign due to injuries). He averaged 16.8 points, 6.8 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.1 steals in 31 games […]...2025
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• Pistons, Wolves Have 'Recently' Contacted Malik BeasleyThe Detroit Pistons and Minnesota Timberwolves have recently reached out to Malik Beasley, sources told Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. The Knicks and Cavs have also previously been in contact with Beasley. The Cavs announced on Tuesday that Max Strus will miss the next 3-4 months after undergoing surgery on his left foot. It was reported last week that Beasley is no longer the target of a federal ga...2025Visit the page Malik Beasley -
• Jazz Sign John Tonje To Two-Way ContractThe Jazz have officially signed second-round pick John Tonje to a two-way contract, according to NBA.com’s transaction log (hat tip to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype). Tonje, 24, spent four seasons at Colorado State, then transferred to Missouri in 2023 for his super-senior season, but was limited to eight appearances due to a season-ending foot injury. […]...2025Check it out John Tonje -
• Clippers Waive Seth LundyThe Los Angeles Clippers waived Seth Lundy from his two-way contract on Wednesday, sources told Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Lundy did not appear in any games last season due to recovering from ankle surgery. Lundy is expected to be fully healthy by training camp. After waiving Jordan Miller, the Clippers now have enough space to use the remainder of the Non-Taxpayer MLE, sign a veteran minimum d...2025See more Seth Lundy -
• Magic Declining Options On Harris, Joseph
The Magic are declining their options on the contracts of guards Gary Harris and Cory Joseph for next season, Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype tweets. Neither move comes as a surprise. Harris, 30, had a limited role this season and once again battled injuries. Harris saw action in just 48 games this season, averaging just […]...2025See more Gary Harris
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• Pacers’ Nesmith Expected To Suit Up For Game 4 Tonight
Pacers guard Aaron Nesmith will play in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals tonight, according to several media outlets, including Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype (Twitter link). Nesmith sprained his right ankle during the second half of Game 3 against the Knicks on Sunday. He was listed as questionable on the injury report. Nesmith […]...2025Continue with Aaron Nesmith
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• Grizzlies Notes: Spencer, Assistant Coaches, Jenkins, Kleiman
Two-way Grizzlies rookie guard Cam Spencer has seen an uptick in minutes of late, thanks in large part of injuries to other guards. The UConn alum has thrived in his expanded rotation role with the club. The 6’3″ pro explained to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype why he’s relishing the extra run. “As a competitor, you […]...2025See more Cam Spencer
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• Nets’ Cam Thomas To Return On Friday
Nets guard Cam Thomas is set to make his return from a hamstring strain on Friday against the Trail Blazers, according to HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto (Twitter link). Thomas hasn’t made an appearance in a game since Jan. 2 due to the injury. In his first 19 games this season, Thomas averaged 24.7 points, 3.6 rebounds […]...2025See more Cam Thomas
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• Bulls Sign Jahmir Young To Two-Way, Waive Adama SanogoThe Chicago Bulls will waive Adama Sanogo from his Two-Way contract, reports Chris Haynes. Sanogo will be out at least the next four weeks with a knee injury. Sanogo, who went undrafted in 2023 out of UConn, has appeared in four games with the Bulls this season. Sanogo has also appeared in 22 games with the Windy City Bulls, averaging 16.6 points, 10.7 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 28.1 minutes. In ...2025See more articles Adama Sanogo -
• Injury Notes: Nets, Quickley, Craig, Wolves, Davis
The banged-up Nets, who have seven players listed as out for Saturday’s matchup with Houston, provided updates on a handful of their injured regulars on Friday, as Michael Scotto of HoopsHype relays (via Twitter). Guard Cam Thomas, who has been unavailable since January 2 due to a left hamstring strain, is expected to make his […]...2025See more Cam Thomas
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• Scotto’s Latest: Bogdanovic, Hawks, K. Johnson, Ingram, Pistons
Rival teams are watching the Hawks ahead of next week’s trade deadline to see who they’re willing to part with in the wake of a season-ending injury to Jalen Johnson, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. League sources tell Scotto there’s a “growing sense” that Bogdan Bogdanovic could be on the market, echoing a report […]...2025See more articles Jalen Johnson
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• Hawks To Sign Daeqwon Plowden To Two-Way ContractThe Hawks are signing free agent wing Daeqwon Plowden to a two-way contract, agent Drew Kelso tells Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). Atlanta opened up a two-way spot last week by waiving Seth Lundy, who has yet to play this season as he continues to recover from an ankle injury. Plowden will now take […]...2024Continue with Daeqwon Plowden -
• Hawks To Waive Two-Way Player Seth Lundy
The Hawks are waiving two-way guard Seth Lundy, Hoops Hype’s Michael Scotto tweets. Lundy has been sidelined with a left ankle injury and hasn’t appeared in any Hawks games this season. The 2023 second-round pick out of Penn State saw action in nine games for Atlanta last season but spent the bulk of his time […]...2024Visit the page Seth Lundy
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• Raptors Notes: Carton, Barrett, Quickley
Injuries apparently played a role in the Raptors decision to waive two-way player DJ Carton. With Scottie Barnes, Immanuel Quickley and Bruce Brown dealing with injuries, Toronto wanted to add depth. Carton couldn’t provide that in the short run because he’s expected to miss 3-4 weeks with an ankle injury, Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype […]...2024See also Immanuel Quickley
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• Injury Notes: Nets, Knicks, Spurs, Heat, Rollins
Nets center Nic Claxton has returned to practice and will be listed as questionable to play on Friday in Philadelphia, the team announced today (Twitter link via Michael Scotto of HoopsHype). Claxton has missed the past three games due to a back strain. The club announced last Friday that he would miss at least a […]...2024Click for news about Nic Claxton
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• Jaylen Nowell To Sign With PelicansThe Pelicans will sign free agent guard Jaylen Nowell, sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). It’s a non-guaranteed contract, according to Will Guillory of The Athletic (Twitter link). New Orleans has been hit hard by early-season injuries, so Nowell will provide some much-needed depth. The team announced Friday that Herbert Jones will miss […]...2024Continue with Jaylen Nowell