The NBA suspended New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado two games and Phoenix Suns center Mark Williams one game following a fight on Saturday night. The fight occurred in the third quarter of the Suns' win, with both players landing punches. Alvarado will miss home games against the Knicks and Bulls. Williams will miss Monday's game against the Wizards. … [Read more...] about Jose Alvarado Suspended 2 Games, Mark Williams Suspended 1 Game Following Fight
Herb Jones, Keon Ellis Among Lakers’ Trade Targets To Improve Defense
The Los Angeles Lakers are seeking perimeter defensive help ahead of the Feb. 5 trade deadline but face limited options and competition from other teams, according to team and league sources. The Lakers allowed 78 first-half points to Utah on Thursday, highlighting their defensive struggles despite a high-powered offense. The Lakers rank 21st in defensive efficiency, which … [Read more...] about Herb Jones, Keon Ellis Among Lakers’ Trade Targets To Improve Defense
Knicks To Pursue Jose Alvarado If Made Available
The New York Knicks are looking for backcourt depth heading into trade season. New York would like another point guard for their rotation. One player the Knicks have their eyes on is Jose Alvarado of the New Orleans Pelicans. There isn't an indication that New Orleans is looking to trade Alvarado just yet. However, the Pelicans are known to be open to listening to offers for … [Read more...] about Knicks To Pursue Jose Alvarado If Made Available
Lakers Linked With Herb Jones; Future First-Round Pick Seen As Less Valuable Post-Luka Doncic Trade
The Los Angeles Lakers' first-round pick in either 2031 or 2032 is now seen as less valuable following the Luka Doncic trade and since Mark Walter acquired the franchise, sources told Dan Woike of The Athletic. The thinking is that Walter's stability would make the pick more likely to be later in the first round. The Lakers have been linked with a move for Herb Jones by rival … [Read more...] about Lakers Linked With Herb Jones; Future First-Round Pick Seen As Less Valuable Post-Luka Doncic Trade
Joe Dumars Defends Derik Queen Trade Despite Pelicans’ Struggles
New Orleans Pelicans executive vice president Joe Dumars defended his controversial draft-night trade for rookie center Derik Queen, despite the team's league-worst 3-22 record and scrutiny over surrendering significant draft capital. Dumars traded the No. 23 pick and an unprotected 2026 first-round pick to the Atlanta Hawks for the No. 13 selection used on Queen. The trade … [Read more...] about Joe Dumars Defends Derik Queen Trade Despite Pelicans’ Struggles