The Pelicans have cut Exhibit 10 training camp signings Garrison Brooks and Jalen McDaniels, the team announced today (Twitter link). Both forwards are now likely to link up with the Pelicans’ G League club, the Birmingham Squadron. If Brooks and McDaniels remain with Birmingham for at least 60 days, each player will be eligible for a bonus worth up to $85,300 on top of his … [Read more...] about Pelicans Cut Garrison Brooks, Jalen McDaniels
And-Ones: All-Star Game, Australia, A. Antetokounmpo, More
Regardless of the findings of the NBA’s investigation into the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard for potential salary cap circumvention, the 2026 All-Star Game won’t be relocated away from Intuit Dome, commissioner Adam Silver confirmed on Monday. There had been some speculation that taking this season’s All-Star Game away from the Clippers could be one form of punishment for the … [Read more...] about And-Ones: All-Star Game, Australia, A. Antetokounmpo, More
Southwest Notes: Zion, Bey, Alvarado, DSJ, Spurs
Zion Williamson was limited to just 30 games last season for health reasons, while Trey Murphy‘s year came to an early end due to shoulder surgery. So it was a very encouraging sign for the Pelicans that Williamson (15 points) and Murphy (18 points) were their leading scorers in their preseason opener. New Orleans became the first NBA team to play a game in Australia, winning … [Read more...] about Southwest Notes: Zion, Bey, Alvarado, DSJ, Spurs
Southwest Notes: DFS, Eason, Bey, Spurs, Wemby, Prosper
Confirming previous reporting, Rockets head coach Ime Udoka acknowledged on Wednesday to reporters, including Danielle Lerner of The Houston Chronicle (subscription required), that newly added forward Dorian Finney-Smith will “probably not” be ready for the start of the season as he recovers from June ankle surgery. According to Udoka, Finney-Smith hasn’t yet been cleared for … [Read more...] about Southwest Notes: DFS, Eason, Bey, Spurs, Wemby, Prosper
Pelicans Notes: Peavy, Camp Vibe, Queen, Poole, Barnes
The Pelicans have a pair of lottery picks in training camp but don’t sleep on their second-rounder. Wing Micah Peavy has made a strong impression on head coach Willie Green during the first week of camp, team website reporter Jim Eichenhofer writes. “He may be flying under the radar (in terms of media and fan interest), but not in practices,” Green said. “He’s standing out … [Read more...] about Pelicans Notes: Peavy, Camp Vibe, Queen, Poole, Barnes