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The Cavaliers say Max Strus is taking a step forward in his recovery. The team announced that Strus has progressed to individual on-court activities after recent imaging showed continued healing in his surgically repaired left foot. As part of the next phase, Strus will begin controlled team activities and practice sessions with both the Cavs […] The post Cavs: Max Strus progressing in recovery from foot surgery appeared first on Hoops Wire .

Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija is averaging 26.2 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 6.9 assists per game this season, joining Luka Doncic and Nikola Jokic as the only players posting 25-7-6 averages. The 25-year-old Israeli has emerged as a frontrunner for Most Improved Player and finished fifth in Western Conference All-Star fan voting with over 2.2 million votes. Avdija attributes his breakout to empowerment from former coach Chauncey Billups, chemistry with teammates who celebrate his s...

As Golden State Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy attempts to squeeze out one more championship run led by head coach Steve Kerr and All-Star Stephen Curry, he couldn’t imagine doing so without veteran forward Draymond Green. Ahead of a critical offseason, some believe the Warriors will have to trade Green to improve its aging roster, which […] The post Warriors’ Mike Dunleavy Jr. can’t ‘picture’ Dubs without Steph, Draymond, Steve Kerr appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Gilgeous-Alexander would be the 11th player to win two MVPs through their age-27 season

The Knicks owner spoke publicly for the first time in three years on Monday

San Antonio appears to be getting closer to having Victor Wembanyama back on the floor. The Spurs have listed the big man as questionable for Tuesday’s matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies after he took part in full 5-on-5 action during Monday’s practice, according to Tom Orsborn of The San Antonio Express-News. Wembanyama has missed the […] The post Spurs list Victor Wembanyama as questionable appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Knicks held the Raptors to just two points in the final five minutes and left Scotiabank Arena on Tuesday with a 111-95 victory.

This season has been a roller coaster for the Los Angeles Lakers as the team has gone through stretches of excellent play, while at other times looking like a team that wouldn’t make the playoffs. With their victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday night, the Lakers have now won three straight games and […]

Payton Sandfort, signed on Monday by the Thunder on a two-way contract, will “fit in well,” coach Mark Daigneault told Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman (Twitter link) and other media members. “He’s a great professional and he’s a really good guy,” Daigneault said. “He hasn’t played a lot this year. He’s been injured, but he’s […]

Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd was pleased with Khris Middleton‘s decision to remain in Dallas for the rest of the season rather than seeking a buyout to get to a playoff team, tweets Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News. “It’s great,” Kidd said. “Khris is a vet. He’s already had some impact with us, […]

The Milwaukee Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo could reach a resolution on the star forward’s contract situation this summer, according to Zach Lowe. Speaking on The Zach Lowe Show podcast, Lowe said the most likely outcome will come once Giannis has a clear yes or no on the extension presented this offseason. Lowe added that while […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Bucks future likely decided this summer appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Milwaukee Bucks have made it clear they’re exploring ways to strengthen their roster around Giannis Antetokounmpo, but their limited trade assets make it difficult to pursue true superstar upgrades. As a result, the front office has been focusing on players who come with some level of risk – whether due to injury history, contract […] The post Bucks could revisit Dejounte Murray trade option appeared first on TalkBasket.net .