After his starters were outplayed by the Pacers in the first two games of their first-round series, Bucks head coach Doc Rivers told reporters he was mulling a lineup change. He made good on that assertion on Friday by removing Taurean Prince from his starting five and replacing him with Gary Trent Jr. The lineup tweak helped fuel a big night for the Bucks and Trent, who … [Read more...] about Bucks’ Lineup Change Sets Up Career Night For Gary Trent Jr.
Central Notes: Hunter, Giannis, Mathurin, Nesmith, Pistons
The Cavaliers‘ 55-point blowout victory in Miami on Monday sent them to the second round and established a new NBA record — Cleveland’s +122 margin in the four-game sweep made it the most lopsided playoff series in league history, per Joe Vardon of The Athletic. There was plenty to like about the Cavaliers’ dominant first-round performance against the Heat. One major positive, … [Read more...] about Central Notes: Hunter, Giannis, Mathurin, Nesmith, Pistons
Latest From Stein, Fischer: Hawks President Search, Iisalo, Suns Coaching Search, Doncic
The Hawks have begun the interviewing process for their next president of basketball operations, Marc Stein and Jake Fischer report in their latest Substack notes post. The Hawks fired GM Landry Fields last month and promoted Onsi Saleh to that title but Atlanta wants to pair him with another top executive. Sixers GM Elton Brand, former Nuggets GM Calvin Booth and former Kings … [Read more...] about Latest From Stein, Fischer: Hawks President Search, Iisalo, Suns Coaching Search, Doncic
Central Notes: Giannis, Bucks, Cavs, Bulls Centers
Speaking to Adam Mares on the All NBA podcast (YouTube link), veteran NBA reporter Marc Stein said the Bucks are unlikely to trade Giannis Antetokounmpo this offseason unless he specifically asks for a trade. Stein acknowledged that neither side is eager to go down that path, but pointed out that the Bucks don’t have a realistic way to build a legitimate contender around the … [Read more...] about Central Notes: Giannis, Bucks, Cavs, Bulls Centers
Bucks’ Lillard Undergoes Surgery To Repair Torn Achilles
Bucks star Damian Lillard underwent successful surgery on Friday to repair his torn left Achilles tendon, the team announced (via Twitter). According to the Bucks, the procedure was performed in Los Angeles by renowned surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache, with consultation from Bucks orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Carole Vetter. The news had been expected since word broke earlier this week … [Read more...] about Bucks’ Lillard Undergoes Surgery To Repair Torn Achilles