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Rockets-Nuggets L2M Report: Do Rockets Have A Ref Problem?

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The Last Two Minutes Report on the officiating of the Denver-Houston clash has been released. The report acknowledges some unfortunate refereeing errors that disadvantaged the Rockets down the stretch. The outcome of one game isn’t something for the team or fans to dwell on. But the Rockets may have a serious issue with the way the refs officiate the game—and the same may go … [Read more...] about Rockets-Nuggets L2M Report: Do Rockets Have A Ref Problem?

Lakers Seem Unwilling to Trade Veteran Guard Despite Interest

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With offseason acquisitions now eligible to be traded, many Lakers fans are clamoring for the team to make a move, and LA appears to be focused on 3-and-D players. However, one summertime signing could very well stay put despite rumored interest in his services. Lakers Seem Unwilling to Trade Veteran Guard Despite Interest Fischer: Bucks Eyeing Smart, Lakers Not Budging NBA … [Read more...] about Lakers Seem Unwilling to Trade Veteran Guard Despite Interest

Bulls Notes: Vucevic, Buzelis, Trade Talk, Season Outlook

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After starting the season on a five-game win streak, the Bulls have cooled off significantly and enter Wednesday’s contest against the Cavaliers having lost eight of their last nine games. Notably, the one win in that span, a 129-126 victory over the Hornets, was punctuated by starting center Nikola Vucevic being benched for the final 19 minutes of play in favor of Zach Collins … [Read more...] about Bulls Notes: Vucevic, Buzelis, Trade Talk, Season Outlook

Bulls Granted $2.7M Disabled Player Exception For Noa Essengue

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The Chicago Bulls have been granted a $2.7 million Disabled Player Exception. This exception was approved due to Noa Essengue being ruled out for the season due to a shoulder injury. A DPE is approved for half of the player's salary, with a maximum amount up to the equivalent of the Non-Taxpayer MLE. Essengue's salary is $5.4 million for this season, which gave Chicago a $2.7 … [Read more...] about Bulls Granted $2.7M Disabled Player Exception For Noa Essengue