Dio Nikiforos
Dio is a former semiprofessional hoops addict who grew up overseas watching Peja Stojakovic drain shot after shot after shot... He has been a scout with Netscouts International Basketball and brings to the table more than 10 years of identifying talent at every possible level (I told you not to draft Darko!)
Lloyd Pierce believes Hawks are a playoff team next season
Lloyd Pierce recently gave his team his thoughts on next season, and he emphasized that they are a playoff team and that preparation for that has to start now.
Read MoreInternational Spotlight: 2020 Chinese Basketball Association
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Read MoreNicolas Claxton sent to G League
Nicolas Claxton has been assigned to the Long Island Nets of the G League for tonight’s home game against the Delaware Blue Coats.
Read MoreGarrett Temple (left ankle sprain) out on Wednesday
Garrett Temple has been ruled out for Wednesday’s game against the Grizzlies due to a left ankle sprain.
Read MorePaul George still 'a work in progress'
Not counting the 2014-15 season when he returned from injury to play only six games, Paul George is averaging his fewest points per game in six seasons, adapting to playing alongside Kawhi Leonard and battling numerous injuries.
Read MoreMarco Belinelli (illness) not traveling with Spurs on current road trip
Marco Belinelli didn't make the trip to Charlotte with the Spurs after he came down with an illness on Monday night.
Read MoreAaron Gordon (right knee inflammation) now probable to play on Wednesday
Steve Clifford said this morning that Aaron Gordon has been fully cleared to play against the Heat on Wednesday.
Read MoreKevin Porter Jr.’s passing skills draw comparison to Manu Ginobili
Cavs coach J.B. Bickerstaff brought up the unusual comparison of Kevin Porter Jr. to Manu Ginobili on Monday night in regard to the rookie’s ability to pass to big men inside, even when it appears there’s only a sliver of an opening.
Read MoreDewayne Dedmon (right elbow pain) cleared to return to practice
After missing the last three games with right elbow pain, Dewayne Dedmon has been cleared to return to practice.
Read MoreBradley Beal finding purpose in the Wizards’ losing season
After weeks of feeling despondent after an All-Star snub and growing frustrated with losses, Bradley Beal is now finding beauty in the ashes of the Wizards’ season.
Read MoreWarriors sign guard Chasson Randle to 10-day contract
The Warriors announced on Tuesday that they have signed guard Chasson Randle to a 10-day contract.
Read MoreWilly Hernangomez finally looking like a complete pro
After playing in just 13 of Charlotte’s first 42 games, Willy Hernangomez has played in 15 of the last 18, as he continues to show progress in addressing his biggest weakness, defense.
Read MoreKemba Walker (left knee soreness) expected to return on Tuesday
Kemba Walker felt good after practicing on Monday and he will play with a minutes limit on Tuesday against the Nets.
Read MoreHaynes: Derrick Rose expected to be sidelined for “weeks”
Derrick Rose underwent an MRI on his sprained right ankle and it returned negative, but the Pistons will be cautious and the 2010-11 league MVP is expected to be reassessed in a few weeks.
Read MoreAaron Gordon (right knee inflammation) and Gary Clark (left knee irritation) questionable for Wednesday
In their preliminary injury report for Wednesday's game in Miami, the Magic have listed Aaron Gordon (right knee inflammation) and Gary Clark (left knee irritation) as questionable to play.
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