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!)

Dewayne Dedmon (right elbow pain) expected back on Friday

By Dio Nikiforos / March 3, 2020

Appearing on 92.9 FM this morning, Hawks GM Travis Schlenk said that he fully expects Dewayne Dedmon to play against the Nets on Friday.

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Hornets sign Joe Chealey to second 10-day contract

By Dio Nikiforos / March 3, 2020

The Hornets announced this morning that the team has signed guard Joe Chealey to a second 10-day contract.

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Wolves plan to use more of Jordan McLaughlin in order to create space for D'Angelo Russell

By Dio Nikiforos / March 3, 2020

Seeing Jordan McLaughlin playing alongside D’Angelo Russell in a smaller Wolves lineup is something fans could see more of in the near future, as Ryan Saunders is trying to make it harder for opponents to slow down DLo.

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Jakob Poeltl (right MCL sprain) out for two to four weeks

By Dio Nikiforos / March 3, 2020

The Spurs did not release a timetable for Jakob Poeltl’s return, but the Austrian big posted on his Facebook page that he expects to be sidelined for two to four weeks.

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Report: Hornets considering adding another point guard

By Dio Nikiforos / March 3, 2020

Rick Bonnell of the Charlotte Observer is reporting that Devonte’ Graham’s injury may push the Hornets to add a veteran third point guard.

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International Spotlight: Nicolo Melli

By Dio Nikiforos / February 29, 2020

The Italian has filled a lot of roles for the rising Pelicans. Dio takes a closer look at what makes his game work.

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Wendell Carter Jr. and Denzel Valentine to practice with G League affiliate

By Dio Nikiforos / February 26, 2020

Wendell Carter Jr. (ankle) and Denzel Valentine (hamstring) have been assigned to the Windy City Bulls in order to participate in Wednesday’s scrimmage.

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Damian Lillard to travel with Blazers on road trip

By Dio Nikiforos / February 26, 2020

Damian Lillard (right groin strain) will be with the Blazers on their upcoming 3-game trip, but he is expected to miss "a couple more games", according to Jason Quick of the Athletic.

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Frank Ntilikina (sore groin) out on Wednesday

By Dio Nikiforos / February 26, 2020

Frank Ntilikina will miss Wednesday's game against the Hornets due to a sore groin.

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Shams: Warriors ink Mychal Mulder

By Dio Nikiforos / February 26, 2020

The Warriors are signing guard Mychal Mulder of the G League Sioux Falls to a 10-day contract.

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Report: Lakers to meet with Dion Waiters on March 2nd

By Dio Nikiforos / February 26, 2020

Dion Waiters will have a meeting with the Lakers on March 2nd, according to Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports.

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Report: Rockets ink Jeff Green for remainder of season

By Dio Nikiforos / February 26, 2020

The Rockets have signed Jeff Green for the rest of the season.

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Tom Thibodeau reportedly the favorite to become next coach of Knicks

By Dio Nikiforos / February 26, 2020

Tom Thibodeau is the front runner to become the next coach of the Knicks, according to Jonathan Macri of SI.com.

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Dennis Smith Jr. to come off the bench on Wednesday

By Dio Nikiforos / February 26, 2020

Dennis Smith Jr.’s starting stint is over, as Elfrid Payton is expected to return after a two-game absence from an ankle injury on Wednesday when the Knicks face the Hornets.

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Luka Doncic’s ankle not 100% yet

By Dio Nikiforos / February 25, 2020

Speaking to reporters after Monday’s game, Luka Doncic acknowledged that he is still trying to recover from the ankle sprain that sidelined him before the All-Star game.

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