April 2018 Basketball Wiretap

Doris Burke Believes Ben Simmons Could Shoot Right-Handed Next Season

Apr 30, 2018 9:02 PM

Whether Ben Simmons should be shooting with his left-hand or his right-hand has been a topic of discussion since before he entered the NBA.

Doris Burke believes Simmons may switch from lefty to righty over the offseason.

“I think he might be shooting righty next season,” said Burke.

Noam Scheiber/New York Times

Tags: Ben Simmons, Philadelphia Sixers, NBA, NBA B-Ball IQ

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Stephen Curry Expected To Play In Game 2

Apr 30, 2018 7:45 PM

The Golden State Warriors expect Stephen Curry to play in Game 2 against the Pelicans, which would be his first game since suffering a Grade 2 sprained MCL in his left knee in March.

Curry has missed 15 games.

The Warriors have always expected Curry to return at some point in the second round.

"If it were up to me, I would have played for about 20 minutes tonight," Curry told ESPN after the Warriors' victory on Saturday. "The plan is to return Tuesday, but ultimately it's up to the training staff. I feel good."

Chris Haynes/ESPN

Tags: Stephen Curry, Golden State Warriors, NBA, NBA Injury

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NBA Playoffs Snapshots (Apr. 29): Cavaliers/Pacers, Rockets/Jazz

Apr 30, 2018 7:30 PM

What happened in two snapshots in the NBA Playoffs on Sunday, April 29, 2018.

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Director Of Basketball Analytics Jason Rosenfeld Leaves Lakers

Apr 30, 2018 1:25 PM

Jason Rosenfeld has left the Los Angeles Lakers.

Rosenfeld was director of basketball analytics and joined the Lakers in October of 2017. Rosenfeld was previously with the Charlotte Hornets.

Rosenfeld will move to a role in Major League Baseball.

Eric Pincus/Basketball Insiders

Tags: Los Angeles Lakers, NBA, NBA Misc Rumor

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Giannis Antetokounmpo Fully Expects Bucks To Re-Sign Jabari Parker

Apr 30, 2018 12:21 PM

The restricted free agency of Jabari Parker will be one of the Bucks' most critical decisions this offseason. The Bucks must also hire a permanent head coach.

Parker's status with the Bucks has been uncertain as his playing time varied after coming back from his second torn ACL.

“Jabari ain’t going nowhere,” Antetokounmpo said with a smile. “He’s going to be here and he’s going to be ready for the next season.”

The fit of Parker with Antetokounmpo has been award at times, but Parker is unquestionably a gifted scorer.

Genaro C. Armas/Boston Globe

Tags: Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jabari Parker, Milwaukee Bucks, NBA, NBA Misc Rumor

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Tyler Johnson Undergoes Successful Surgery On Left Thumb

Apr 30, 2018 12:01 PM

Tyler Johnson underwent successful surgery on Monday morning to repair the ulnar collateral ligament in his left thumb.

The procedure was performed by Dr. Anne Ouellette and Heat team physician Dr. Harlan Selesnick at Miami Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Institute at Doctors Hospital. Johnson will be in a cast for six weeks and is expected to make a full recovery and be available for training camp.

Johnson appeared in 72 games (39 starts) with the Heat this season averaging 11.7 points, 3.4 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 28.5 minutes. He set single-season career highs in three-point field goals made (119), starts and free throw percentage (.822).

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Tags: Tyler Johnson, Miami Heat, NBA, NBA Injury

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Wesley Matthews Exercises $18.6M Player Option With Mavericks

Apr 30, 2018 11:18 AM

Wesley Matthews has exercised his $18.6 million player option with the Dallas Mavericks for the 18-19 season.

Matthews was widely expected to exercise the option as he would have been unlikely to recoup that figure on the open market.

Matthews signed a four-year, $70 million deal with the Mavericks in 2015.

Shams Charania/Yahoo! Sports

Tags: Wesley Matthews, Dallas Mavericks, NBA, NBA Signing Rumor, NBA Misc Rumor

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Suns No Longer Considering Jay Triano For Head Coaching Job

Apr 30, 2018 8:18 AM

Jay Triano is out of the running for the Phoenix Suns' head coaching position.

Triano served as interim head coach of the Suns after the dismissal of Earl Watson.

Ty Corbin has also been relieved of his duties as assistant coach.

Mike Budenholzer and David Fizdale are among the candidates the Suns have interviewed.

Chris Haynes/ESPN

Tags: Phoenix Suns, NBA, NBA Misc Rumor

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Dunc'd On: All 4 Weekend Games: IND/CLE and MIL/BOS Game 7s, NOP/GSW and UTA/HOU Game 1s

Apr 29, 2018 10:19 PM

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We break down all 4 weekend Games: IND/CLE and MIL/BOS Game 7s, NOP/GSW and UTA/HOU Game 1s, and also preview the East Second Round and make predictions.

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NBA Playoffs Snapshots (Apr. 28): Celtics/Bucks, Warriors/Pelicans

Apr 29, 2018 11:15 AM

What happened in two snapshots in the NBA Playoffs on Saturday, April 28, 2018.

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Hawks To Interview Jarron Collins

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Ricky Rubio Likely Out 10 Days With Left Hamstring Strain

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Carmelo Anthony Won't Consider Bench Role Next Season

Royce Young/ESPN

James Borrego To Interview With Knicks

Ian Begley/ESPN

Juwan Howard Interviews For Knicks' Coaching Job

Zach Lowe, Ian Begley/ESPN

John Wall Wants Wizards To Make Roster Changes

Ohm Youngmisuk/ESPN

Stephen Curry 'Very Likely' To Play In Game 2

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Report: Thunder Didn't Have Any Chemistry Issues

Royce Young/ESPN

LeBron James Not Thinking About Future Beyond Game 7

Dave McMenamin/ESPN

Hawks Interview David Fizdale For Head Coaching Job

Marc Stein/New York Times

NBA Playoffs Snapshots (Apr. 27): Raptors/Wizards, Pacers/Cavs, Jazz/Thunder

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Paul George 'Would Love To Remain A Thunder But That's What This Summer Is For'

Royce Young/ESPN

Russell Westbrook Addresses Confrontation With Fans

Royce Young/ESPN

Dunc'd On: All 4 Game 6s: UTA/OKC, WAS/TOR, IND/CLE, MIL/BOS, Plus News

Fred VanVleet To Play In Game 6

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Rajon Rondo Interested In Becoming Head Coach, GM

Marc Stein/New York Times

Spurs 'Head Over Heels With' Kristaps Porzingis

Frank Isola/New York Daily News

Otto Porter Out Indefinitely After Procedure On Left Leg

Candace Buckner/Washington Post

RealGM Radio: Derek Bodner On The 76ers

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NBA Playoffs Snapshot (Apr. 26): Bucks/Celtics

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