Mike Passador
Mike graduated from Boston University's Dual Degree Program with a BA in Economics and a BS in Business with Concentrations in Marketing and Operations Management. He is a faithful supporter of Toronto sports and the Detroit Lions and is always ready to be let down. Tweet to him @Mike_Pandador, but if you badmouth Jose Calderon you might get blocked.
Landry Shamet shoots 1-for-8 in 22 minutes
Landry Shamet played in his first game since testing positive for COVID-19 on Thursday, shooting 1-for-8 for two points in 22 minutes.
Read MoreIvica Zubac struggles in restart
Ivica Zubac had a rough go in Thursday's NBA restart, going for two points with three rebounds, one steal and one block while picking up four fouls in 15 minutes of action.
Read MoreMichael Kidd-Gilchrist (conditioning) out for Friday
Michael Kidd-Gilchrist will not suit up for Friday's game, as he has yet to return to game shape.
Read MorePatrick Beverley (self-isolating) will play in Thursday's re-opener
Patrick Beverley (self-isolating) will play in Thursday's tilt with the Lakers, though Doc Rivers said he's unsure exactly how much Beverley will play.
Read MoreKentavious Caldwell-Pope (rib contusion) in the starting lineup on Thursday
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (right rib contusion) is in the starting five for Thursday's re-opener against the Clippers.
Read MoreWes Iwundu (concussion) is unlikely to play Friday
Wes Iwundu suffered a concussion during the Magic's scrimmage on Saturday, and head coach Steve Clifford said he is not likely to play on Friday.
Read MoreZero positive COVID tests in latest round of testing in NBA bubble
The NBA has released its latest batch of COVID-19 test results, with zero out of 344 players testing positive since the last results were announced on July 20.
Read MoreJoel Embiid (calf) expected to play in Saturday's re-opener
Brett Brown expects Joel Embiid (right calf tightness) to play in Saturday's re-opener.
Read MoreTobias Harris scores 28 points in scrimmage finale
Tobias Harris was rolling in Tuesday's scrimmage finale, a 115-118 OT loss to the Mavs, scoring 28 points (10-of-20 FG) to go with 11 rebounds and two 3-pointers.
Read MoreMatisse Thybulle scores 14 points with three steals vs. DAL
Matisse Thybulle collected 14 points, four rebounds, three steals and two 3-pointers in Tuesday's scrimmage against the Mavs.
Read MoreKristaps Porzingis snares a double-double in scrimmage finale
Kristaps Porzingis tallied 17 points, 12 rebounds, a steal and two 3-pointers in Tuesday's scrimmage finale.
Read MoreTrey Burke gets 22 minutes in first scrimmage appearance
Trey Burke made his scrimmage debut for the Mavs on Tuesday, netting nine points and three assists in 22 minutes.
Read MoreCarsen Edwards scores 19 points vs. Rockets on Tuesday
Carsen Edwards was a bright spot in Tuesday's 112-137 scrimmage loss to the Rockets, scoring a team-high 19 points with five rebounds, four assists, two steals and three triples in 32 minutes of action.
Read MoreRobert Williams quiet in scrimmage start vs. HOU
Robert Williams drew the start in Tuesday's scrimmage finale but didn't do much with it, posting 12 points with three rebounds and no blocks in 23 minutes.
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