On Thursday, the NBA All-Star Game reserves were announced. As always, people debated whether the correct players were selected and who got snubbed. One of those players who received the short end of the stick is Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young. This isn’t the first time that the 26-year-old will find himself on All-Star snub lists. As a matter of fact, Young has coined a … [Read more...] about Trae Young Coins New Phrase For Being An All-Star Snub
Pelicans Starter Helped To Locker Room; Season-Ending Injury?
The New Orleans Pelicans can’t catch a break. Frankly, that’s what’s been the most consistent about their team this season. Maybe they need to pray to the basketball gods or another deity. Whatever the reason, they’ve been struck by bad luck since opening night. That’s not an exaggeration; starting point guard Dejounte Murray –their blockbuster offseason acquisition —fractured … [Read more...] about Pelicans Starter Helped To Locker Room; Season-Ending Injury?
Hawks Among Teams Willing To Discuss Suns Trade
While there’s been a focus on the Phoenix Suns’ pursuit of Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler, the title-hopeful hasn’t slowed their efforts to trade center Jusuf Nurkic. Because of Nurkic’s seemingly low trade value, there wasn’t expected to be much traction on a deal. However, “the Suns have been talking to teams throughout the league about trading 7-footer Jusuf Nurkic, with … [Read more...] about Hawks Among Teams Willing To Discuss Suns Trade
Hawks Open Floor For Trade Talks Involving First-Round Pick
It might be a reaction to the news that Jalen Johnson will be out for the season. Nevertheless, the Atlanta Hawks are getting more talkative as the trade deadline approaches. “It has been known for some time that Atlanta is willing to trade veteran center Clint Capela,” writes The Stein Line’s Marc Stein, “but league sources say that the Hawks have begun actively exploring the … [Read more...] about Hawks Open Floor For Trade Talks Involving First-Round Pick
Hawks’ Clint Capela Replacement Plays For Georgetown
It’s been awhile since Georgetown had a center this spectacular but freshman Thomas Sorber is the real deal. In fact, he’s arguably the best player at his position, regardless of draft class. This isn’t the only reason why the Atlanta Hawks, who are looking to trade center Clint Capela, need to consider drafting the 19-year-old this summer. However, prospects that are as … [Read more...] about Hawks’ Clint Capela Replacement Plays For Georgetown