Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo went from questionable to doubtful to out for Sunday’s game against New Orleans, according to Eric Nehm of The Athletic (All Twitter links). The two-time MVP is dealing with left shoulder tendinopathy. It’s worth noting that Milwaukee was on the second end of a back-to-back and officially clinched a playoff spot in the East on Saturday. … [Read more...] about Injury Notes: Giannis, Avdija, K. Murray, Celtics, Knicks
Bucks Become Sixth Eastern Team To Clinch Playoff Berth
Atlanta’s loss to New York this afternoon ensures that the Bucks will land one of the East’s six automatic playoff spots (Twitter link). Milwaukee entered today needing either a win at Miami or a Hawks loss against the Knicks to become the sixth Eastern team to officially clinch a berth. Atlanta’s 121-105 defeat means the Bucks are definitely in before they take the court. It’s … [Read more...] about Bucks Become Sixth Eastern Team To Clinch Playoff Berth
Nets Notes: Williams, Giannis, Fernandez, Timme
After spending three years in Memphis, Ziaire Williams was traded to Brooklyn last summer in part because he hadn’t improved as a shooter, having converted just 30.1% of his three-point attempts through his first 150 regular season games, writes Brian Lewis of The New York Post (subscription required). But the Nets wing has made some progress in that department this season — … [Read more...] about Nets Notes: Williams, Giannis, Fernandez, Timme
Central Notes: Allen, Okoro, Ball, Budenholzer, Williams
With the playoffs approaching, Jarrett Allen and Isaac Okoro are playing at a peak level for the Cavaliers. Allen is shooting 77.8 percent from the field over the last six games, while Okoro has impacted recent games with his hustle plays and defense, Joe Vardon of The Athletic notes. Allen, who has appeared in every game this season, missed most of last season’s playoff run … [Read more...] about Central Notes: Allen, Okoro, Ball, Budenholzer, Williams
Warriors’ Braxton Key Named NBAGL Defensive Player Of The Year
Santa Cruz Warriors forward Braxton Key, who is on a two-way contract with Golden State, has been named the NBA G League’s Defensive Player of the Year for the 2024/25 season, according to an official announcement (Twitter link). The award is voted on by the league’s 31 head coaches and general managers. Key appeared in a total of 49 G League games this year in the Tip-Off … [Read more...] about Warriors’ Braxton Key Named NBAGL Defensive Player Of The Year