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Big man Naz Reid, who was starting in place of Rudy Gobert, was ruled out after playing just five minutes in Saturday’s loss at San Antonio due to soreness in his left shoulder, the Timberwolves announced (via Twitter). It’s unclear if Reid, the 2024 Sixth Man of the Year, will miss additional time as a result of the shoulder injury. The 26-year-old forward/center had been … [Read more...] about Injury Notes: Reid, Giddey, M. Wagner, Alvarado, H. Jones

If the Pelicans want to maximize their return on Derik Queen, they need to pull off one trade that will help lay the foundation for a strong future. … [Read more...] about Pelicans can unleash Derik Queen in massive way with ambitious trade

Domantas Sabonis made a solid return to action on Friday, as the Kings big man posted 13 points, six rebounds and five assists while coming off the bench in a win over Washington. Sabonis missed 27 games due to a partially torn meniscus in his left knee. “His energy was good,” Kings coach Doug Christie said, per Jason Anderson of the Sacramento Bee. “He ran the floor well. He … [Read more...] about Western Notes: Sabonis, Kuminga, Gobert, Pelicans

The New Orleans Pelicans should look to acquire a first-round pick if they are serious about Derik Queen and his future. … [Read more...] about Perfect solution to Derik Queen’s growing problems is just a trade away

The Pacers and Bulls are among the teams with interest in Pelicans center Yves Missi, sources tell Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com. Multiple reports have indicated that Indiana has inquired about the second-year big man. According to Afseth, the Pacers are believed to have some traction in trade talks for Missi, with Bennedict Mathurin potentially heading to New Orleans. … [Read more...] about Pacers Notes: Missi, Mathurin, I. Jackson, Guy