G League News · LatestMonday, Jan 19, 2026

Former NBA lottery pick Dennis Smith Jr. has been waived by the Wisconsin Herd. NBA insider Chris Haynes reported that Smith is now looking for a new opportunity elsewhere in the league. Smith appeared in six games for the Herd this season, averaging 10 points, 3.3 assists, and 2.7 rebounds in 21.3 minutes per contest. […] The post Dennis Smith Jr. waived by Wisconsin Herd appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey has been sent to the G League’s Windy City Bulls as part of his ramp-up process from a left hamstring strain, the team announced. The assignment is designed to help the Australian player regain game conditioning as he nears a return. According to K.C. Johnson of the Chicago Sports Network, […] The post Josh Giddey sent to Windy City Bulls appeared first on TalkBasket.net .