Pistons All-Star Cade Cunningham expects a heated battle in the first playoff series of his career, Stefan Bondy of the New York Post relays via an ESPN interview. Detroit will match up against the Knicks in the opening round. “It’s going to be a war,” he said. “It’s going to be highly physical games — defense, battling it out on the glass, all of those different things. I … [Read more...] about Central Notes: Cunningham, Pacers Comeback, Bulls Season, Connaughton
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Jorge Sierra: Rudy Gobert is now No. 45 all-time in rebounds after passing Bob Lanier and Sam Lacey. Also: Nikola Vucevic passed Latrell Sprewell in scoring for No. 109 in NBA history. Kawhi Leonard moved ahead of Al Horford for No. 164. … [Read more...] about
Central Notes: Mitchell, Ball, Jones, Giddey, Giannis, Furphy
Donovan Mitchell is missing his fourth consecutive game on Sunday due to a sprained left ankle, but the Cavaliers remain confident their star guard will be ready to go when the team begins its first-round playoff series next weekend, writes Joe Reedy of The Associated Press. Mitchell conducted a full workout at the Cavs’ training facility on Saturday and worked out on the court … [Read more...] about Central Notes: Mitchell, Ball, Jones, Giddey, Giannis, Furphy
Julia Poe: Coby White told me he’s positive Josh Giddey will play on Wednesday. “He’s a tough dude.” … [Read more...] about
Blackhawks Sign Ryan Greene To Entry-Level Deal
The Blackhawks have signed center Ryan Greene to a three-year, entry-level contract, a source tells Scott Powers of The Athletic. The deal begins immediately and he’s expected to make his NHL debut tomorrow against the Canadiens. Chicago quickly confirmed the deal, which carries a $950K cap hit. Greene, 21, turns pro after three seasons at Boston University. A second-round pick … [Read more...] about Blackhawks Sign Ryan Greene To Entry-Level Deal