Author: Jake Rogers

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Vince Williams Jr. Injury: Another Blow To Grizzlies’ Rotation

Vince Williams Jr, Memphis Grizzlies, NBA

The Memphis Grizzlies are dealing with another setback as wing Vince Williams Jr. will miss at least the first month of the NBA season due to a stress reaction in his left tibia. The team announced that Williams, 24, experienced pain during recent training, and subsequent imaging revealed the injury. He is expected to be […]

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Aaron Gordon ‘Excited’ About Potential Nuggets Contract Extension

Aaron Gordon, Denver Nuggets, NBA

Aaron Gordon, the Denver Nuggets’ versatile forward, is at a pivotal point in his career. On Friday, Gordon became eligible to sign a four-year, $149.5 million extension with the team. If he doesn’t reach an agreement and chooses to decline his $22.8 million player option for the 2025-26 NBA season, he could become a free […]

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Cavs’ Donovan Mitchell Eyes NBA Title: ‘We’re Championship Contenders When Healthy’

Donovan Mitchell, Cleveland Cavaliers, NBA

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell is setting high expectations for the upcoming NBA season, asserting that his team is poised to contend for a championship—if they can stay healthy. In an interview with Marc J. Spears of Andscape, Mitchell expressed confidence in the Cavaliers’ ability to build on last season’s progress and make a deep […]

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A.J. Griffin Retires From NBA: ‘I Gave Up Basketball to Follow Jesus’

AJ Griffin, NBA

Former Atlanta Hawks first-round pick A.J. Griffin has announced his retirement from basketball at age 21, citing his desire to pursue full-time ministry. Griffin, who was waived by the Houston Rockets on Sept. 20 after being traded from Atlanta, confirmed in a YouTube video that his decision to step away from the game was motivated […]

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Houston Rockets Reach Buyout Agreement With Recent Trade Addition

AJ Griffin, NBA

The Houston Rockets finalized a buyout agreement with forward A.J. Griffin on Friday, allowing the 21-year-old to sit out the upcoming NBA season while considering his future in basketball. According to Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle, the buyout is valued at $250,000. Griffin, acquired by the Rockets in a trade with the Atlanta Hawks […]

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Toronto Raptors’ Bruce Brown Has Surgery, Timeline Revealed

Bruce Brown, Toronto Raptors

The Toronto Raptors had an opportunity to part ways with Bruce Brown this offseason, but they made the decision to hold onto the 28-year-old guard. However, their patience might be tested as Brown faces a potentially lengthy recovery process. According to NBA insider Michael Scotto, Brown recently underwent arthroscopic surgery on his right knee. The […]

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Brandin Podziemski’s Fiery Response To Golden State Warriors Doubters: ‘We’re Coming!’

Brandin Podziemski, Warriors, NBA

Brandin Podziemski is well aware of the skepticism surrounding the Golden State Warriors heading into the 2024-25 NBA season. After a disappointing couple of years, critics are questioning whether the Warriors can still contend for a title, and some have even compared the team to a “rock band past its prime.” Podziemski, however, sees this […]

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Rising with the Knicks: Jalen Brunson’s Advice for Aspiring NBA Players

Jalen Brunson, New York Knicks, NBA Playoffs

Jalen Brunson has emerged as one of the premier talents in the NBA with the New York Knicks. Becoming a professional athlete is an incredibly challenging pursuit. Countless young athletes aspire to make it to the professional ranks, but only a small percentage achieve that goal in their desired sport. Even for those who reach […]

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Knicks Linked Again To Karl-Anthony Towns In Trade Buzz

Karl Anthony Towns, Minnesota Timberwolves, NBA Trade Rumors

The Minnesota Timberwolves are coming off an exciting NBA playoff run to the Western Conference Finals before being eliminated by the Dallas Mavericks. With Anthony Edwards as a franchise player, many, including the New York Knicks, are monitoring the Wolves as they face a looming financial predicament. NBA insider Sean Deveney of Heavy Sports reports […]

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Insider Links Bold LeBron James Replacement To Lakers

LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers, NBA News

The NBA could see a significant amount of superstar talent turnover this summer. Multiple superstar players in Los Angeles, including LeBron James of the Lakers and Clippers’ Paul George, face uncertain futures. ESPN’s Chris Herring compiled a list of moves he would like to see in the NBA this offseason, including James declining his player option […]

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