According to RealGM, the Milwaukee Bucks have signed big man Henry Ellenson to an Exhibit 10 contract. Additionally, the team waived guard James Akinjo, who was also on an Exhibit 10 contract. Ellenson, a Wisconsin native, is a former first-round pick. The Detroit Pistons drafted him out of Marquette with the No. 18 pick in 2016. Ellenson played parts of three seasons in … [Read more...] about Bucks Sign Former First-Round Pick and Wisconsin Native
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NBA Rookie Preview: Dalton Knecht
Dalton Knecht was a finalist for the Naismith Player of the Year award in college basketball. He eventually lost out to the Grizzlies ninth overall pick, Zach Edey, who had a phenomenal season. Either way, Knecht’s rookie preview has many Lakers fans excited as he possesses great talent and fills a need. Sliding down the draft board to pick #17 made new head coach JJ Reddick … [Read more...] about NBA Rookie Preview: Dalton Knecht
Grizzlies Fan Favorite Inducted Into Hall Of Fame
The Memphis Grizzlies only have three players who have been enshrined in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame: Pau Gasol, Allen Iverson, and Vince Carter. Among that trio, only Gasol was with the Grizzlies for more than three seasons. However, Gasol —unlike his younger brother —is most often remembered for his time with the Los Angeles Lakers. As far as the Memphis … [Read more...] about Grizzlies Fan Favorite Inducted Into Hall Of Fame
Lonzo Ball’s Return Spells Trouble for Josh Giddey
After exactly 1,004 days, Lonzo Ball has returned to the NBA. He took the court against the Minnesota Timberwolves in a preseason game. His first bucket was a three-point shot, and he even made a couple of hustle plays. While everyone is happy to see Lonzo back on the court, one player on the Bulls roster might be affected. Let’s explore the Lonzo Ball Josh Giddey dynamics … [Read more...] about Lonzo Ball’s Return Spells Trouble for Josh Giddey
Phoenix Suns Star Unlikely to Sign Extension Until 2025
According to ESPN’s Bobby Marks, the Phoenix Suns are not likely to extend their top star before the start of the 2024-25 season. Per Marks, Suns star Kevin Durant is expected to hold off until the 2025 offseason to sign an extension. Durant is currently eligible to sign a one-year, $59.5 million contract extension. However, Marks says that Durant can make an extra $64.3 … [Read more...] about Phoenix Suns Star Unlikely to Sign Extension Until 2025