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.
Mike D'Antoni confirms Russell Westbrook (quad) out for G1, Eric Gordon will start
As expected, Russell Westbrook (right quad strain) will miss Tuesday's playoff opener and Eric Gordon will start in his place.
Romeo Langford (wrist) practices on Sunday, uncertain for Game 1
Romeo Langford (right wrist ligaments) was able to go through practice on Sunday but is uncertain to play in Monday's Game 1 against the Sixers.
Mike Conley (personal) leaves the bubble on Sunday
The Jazz announced that Mike Conley has left the Orlando bubble to be home for the birth of his son.
TJ Warren (plantar fasciitis) practices on Sunday
TJ Warren (plantar fasciitis) was able to participate in Sunday's practice.
Derrick Jones Jr. (neck) misses Sunday's practice
Derrick Jones Jr. (neck strain) did not participate in Sunday's practice.
Ja Morant played through broken thumb in Orlando
Ja Morant revealed that he played the final four games of the Orlando bubble with a right thumb fracture.
Michael Carter-Williams (left foot) still in a walking boot
Michael Carter-Williams (left foot tendon strain) was sporting a walking boot at Saturday's practice.
Aaron Gordon (left hamstring) limited at Saturday's practice
Aaron Gordon (left hamstring strain) was only able to participate in the walkthrough portion of Saturday's practice.
Tyus Jones (right knee soreness) ruled out on Saturday
Tyus Jones (right knee soreness) is officially out for Saturday's play-in game.
Kemba Walker (knee) ready to go for Game 1
Brad Stevens termed Kemba Walker (left knee) "ready to roll" for the postseason after his minutes were managed throughout bubble play.
Jae Crowder (right knee bruise) goes through practice on Saturday
Jae Crowder (right knee bruise) was able to practice on Saturday.
Romeo Langford (right wrist) may not play in postseason
Romeo Langford has been diagnosed with torn ligaments in his right wrist and may not be available for the postseason.
Report: Ty Lue, Jason Kidd among top candidates for Pelicans coaching job
Multiple reports have named Ty Lue and Jason Kidd as top candidates for the Pelicans' vacant head coaching job.
Report: Pelicans dismiss Alvin Gentry
Adrian Wojnarowski and Andrew Lopez are reporting that Alvin Gentry has been dismissed by the Pelicans.
Friday’s Daily Dish: Play-In Eve
On the final day of the regular season, we’ve still got one (or two) big games left before the postseason kicks off.