Mere moments after the Lakers’ season-ending overtime win vs. the Denver Nuggets on Sunday night, news leaked surrounding Frank Vogel’s impending sacking – just 18 months after leading LA to a title following another injury-hit campaign. Alvin Gentry won’t remain Sacramento’s head coach, while there are updates on Luka Doncic (calf) and Gregg Popovich among others. Continue reading “NBA news digest: Head coach movement, injury updates and more as playoffs inbound”
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Tyrese Haliburton’s recent surge shows Sacramento have long-term puzzle to consider
Tyrese Haliburton has now recorded six games with 20+ points this season — five have come since December 17, with franchise guard De’Aaron Fox missing four outings during that stretch after entering the league’s health and safety protocols. Given the startling statistics with and without his backcourt partner, do Sacramento have a potential long-term issue on their hands? Continue reading “Tyrese Haliburton’s recent surge shows Sacramento have long-term puzzle to consider”
Victor Oladipo, Zion Williamson set for exciting returns before January ends
Indiana Pacers’ Victor Oladipo and Pelicans’ number one pick Zion Williamson are both expected to make their season debuts before January is over, as they look to boost their respective teams’ postseason hopes in contrasting conferences… Continue reading “Victor Oladipo, Zion Williamson set for exciting returns before January ends”
Pelicans GM David Griffin dismisses trade speculation after Jrue Holiday links
Pelicans GM David Griffin has dismissed recent trade speculation suggesting their All-Star point guard Jrue Holiday will depart before February, while also delivering an update on the fitness of number one draft pick Zion Williamson. Continue reading “Pelicans GM David Griffin dismisses trade speculation after Jrue Holiday links”
Lonzo and Zion among an exciting core for new-look Pelicans
Top draft pick Zion Williamson pairing alongside 2017 number two pick Lonzo Ball means the post AD-era begins in New Orleans with plenty to be optimistic about ahead of the new season this month, even in a stacked Western Conference…
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New Orleans primed for Zion Williamson after winning no.1 pick in NBA Draft Lottery
This year’s winner of the highly-coveted number one pick in next month’s NBA Draft is the New Orleans Pelicans, who are primed to pick superstar talent Zion Williamson. Regardless, their next move will certainly have a ripple effect across the league. Continue reading “New Orleans primed for Zion Williamson after winning no.1 pick in NBA Draft Lottery”
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