Lakers guard Luka Doncic and Knicks guard Jalen Brunson have been named the Western and Eastern Conference Players of the Week, respectively, according to NBA Communications (Twitter links). Doncic led the Lakers to three wins this past week while averaging 37.3 points, 10.3 assists and 8.7 rebounds. Brunson lifted the Knicks to four wins by averaging 28.8 points and 4.5 … [Read more...] about Doncic, Brunson Named Players Of Week
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Trae Young Progressing From Sprained MCL, Will Be Re-Evaluated In 2 Weeks
Trae Young is progressing from his sprained MCL and will be re-evaluated in two weeks, the Atlanta Hawks announced over the weekend. Young, who was injured on October 29, has missed 15 games. The Hawks are 10-5 since the knee injury. Young is averaging 17.8 points and 7.8 assists per game on the season. … [Read more...] about Trae Young Progressing From Sprained MCL, Will Be Re-Evaluated In 2 Weeks
Jalen Johnson is making a compelling case for the NBA’s most prestigious award
The recent play of Jalen Johnson has propelled him into the race for the 2026 Most Valuable Player award. … [Read more...] about Jalen Johnson is making a compelling case for the NBA’s most prestigious award
Hawks Rising Star Showcasing His Versatility
The Atlanta Hawks didn’t extend Dyson Daniels just because he’s young and talented. They committed to Dyson Daniels showcasing his versatility on both ends of the floor. On any given night, he can initiate the offense, rebound like a wing, defend at an elite level, and still find ways to score without dominating the ball. That all-around impact, capped by him winning Most … [Read more...] about Hawks Rising Star Showcasing His Versatility
Southeast Notes: Sarr, Wizards, Porzingis, Hornets
Alex Sarr has shown impressive growth this season, but until the Wizards‘ game against the Hawks on Tuesday, he was mainly taking those steps forward during losses, writes Varun Shankar for the Washington Post. According to Shankar, Sarr has improved most significantly as a scorer around the rim. Meanwhile, the rim protection and passing that he displayed as a rookie have … [Read more...] about Southeast Notes: Sarr, Wizards, Porzingis, Hornets