It has only been 11 days since the trade that sent Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo to Minnesota was finalized, but they’ll return to Madison Square Garden this evening when the Knicks host the Timberwolves, writes Steve Popper of Newsday. Randle isn’t expected to play as he continues to rehabilitate his right shoulder following surgery, but fans will have a chance to welcome … [Read more...] about Knicks Notes: Randle, DiVincenzo, Back-Up Centers, Kolek
Northwest Notes: Wolves, Strawther, Braun, Walker, Avdija, George
The Timberwolves are taking a risk by completely changing their roster makeup in the aftermath of the Karl-Anthony Towns trade. However, AthlonSports’ Mark Medina reports that the coaching staff and players are all feeling optimistic about the change. “There will be a pretty big learning curve,” head coach Chris Finch said. “I’m pretty confident that there are going to be rough … [Read more...] about Northwest Notes: Wolves, Strawther, Braun, Walker, Avdija, George
NBA GMs High On Thunder’s Offseason Moves, Celtics’ Title Chances
The Thunder made the best roster moves during the 2024 offseason, according to the NBA’s general managers. Within his annual survey of the league’s top basketball decision-makers, John Schuhmann of NBA.com writes that 37% of his respondents picked Oklahoma City as having the best summer, with the Sixers coming in second place at 33%. The Knicks got 20% of the vote share, while … [Read more...] about NBA GMs High On Thunder’s Offseason Moves, Celtics’ Title Chances
Wolves Notes: Gobert, Randle, Edwards, Minott, Finch
After spending the past two seasons trying to adapt his game to fit with Karl-Anthony Towns, Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert suddenly has a new frontcourt partner after this week’s trade with the Knicks. In an interview with Mark Medina of Sportskeeda, Gobert said he should be just as effective playing alongside Julius Randle. “He’s a very smart player. He’s very versatile,” … [Read more...] about Wolves Notes: Gobert, Randle, Edwards, Minott, Finch
And-Ones: G League Trade, Brissett, Future Power Rankings, Lowe
The Suns‘ and Pacers‘ G League affiliates have completed a trade involving a former No. 3 overall NBA draft pick, per a press release from the Valley Suns. Phoenix’s new affiliate acquired the returning rights to guard David Stockton from the Indiana Mad Ants in exchange for the returning rights to forward Garrison Brooks and former lottery pick Jahlil Okafor. Brooks and Okafor … [Read more...] about And-Ones: G League Trade, Brissett, Future Power Rankings, Lowe