Injuries are part of a contact sport, but losing the public’s trust is a whole other animal that is not hard to come back from. If this health crisis is not averted, it will eventually turn into a long-term economic issue for the league. NBA M.A.S.H. Units In addition to Maxey,...
On the Eastern Conference side, the New York Knicks, a dark horse team, face fresh challenges. The team has been plagued by injuries over the past year, with players like Julius Randle and RJ Barrett sidelined. There have been further developments regarding Randle's injury, posing a significan...
In 2020, a record 12 high-minutes players missed their team's entire playoff run because of injuries suffered beforehand. This year, that number is just six. However, an incredible 13 high-minutes players -- including Paul -- have missed at least one game because of...
Return: Warriors general manager Bob Myers said recently that the organization doesn't want to put a firm date on Thompson's return after two serious injuries, but noted that the organization is hopeful that Thompson will come to the team in December or January and say he's ready -- in ...
The Oklahoma City Thunder have twice been hit by huge injuries this season. However, they have endured and remained one of the best squads in the NBA this season. Their defense is the best in the game (103.3 points against per game) and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams have fe...
Dallas is struggling with its top two players sidelined with injuries -- Luka Doncic (left calf strain) and Kyrie Irving (back sprain) -- but Mavericks coach Jason Kidd is refusing to use their absences as an excuse. "With injuries, you give others the opportunity to show the energy and ...
The three-time MVP has already posted 14 triple-doubles and has the Nuggets in the mix despite offseason defections and nagging injuries to Aaron Gordon that have cost him significant time. Mavericks (+1600): No Doncic in The Big D
However, when looking past the health issues and the recurrent injuries, there’s no question the quality is there. Embiid has averaged 32.8 points, 11.0 rebounds, 4.7 assists, 1.6 blocks and 1.1 steals in 34.0 minutes per game over the last three seasons. Davis has averaged 25.3 points, ...
Injuries,Ayo Dosunmu,DJ Steward,Emanuel Miller,Jalen Smith,Josh Giddey,Lonzo Ball,Matas Buzelis,Chicago Bulls,Milwaukee Bucks Brandon Rahbar:Lu Dort (right ankle sprain), Cason Wallace (left quad contusion) and Alex Caruso are all out vs the Hornets. Thunder down three elite perimeter defenders ...
When thinking of potential buyers, three teams immediately come to mind. Two have disappointed, and one has been a top team in its conference despite numerous injuries. Possible destinations if Heat trade Jimmy Butler Stephen Curry cautions Warriors against 'desperate' move ...