A number of free agent signings have been finalized in the days since last Thursday’s trade deadline, but there are still many teams around the NBA with one or more open spots on their respective rosters. For clubs with just a single standard or two-way opening, there’s not necessarily any urgency to fill those spots, especially ahead of the All-Star break. But the clock is … [Read more...] about NBA Teams With Open Roster Spots
Rockets’ Stone Discusses Adams Deal, Green, Deadline Talks
After the Rockets acquired Steven Adams a week before the trade deadline in a move with next season in mind, the front office had plenty of discussions about deals that would’ve helped the team more in the short term, writes Jonathan Feigen of The Houston Chronicle (subscription required). According to Kelly Iko of The Athletic, Houston kicked the tires on players like Kelly … [Read more...] about Rockets’ Stone Discusses Adams Deal, Green, Deadline Talks
Nerlens Noel Has Reportedly Drawn Interest From Knicks, Rockets, Hornets
Free agent center Nerlens Noel has received “exploratory” interest from the Knicks, Rockets, and Hornets, league sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. The sixth overall pick in the 2013 draft, Noel is known for his athleticism and versatility, especially on the defensive end of the floor. However, the 29-year-old hasn’t been on an NBA roster since being waived in September … [Read more...] about Nerlens Noel Has Reportedly Drawn Interest From Knicks, Rockets, Hornets
Southwest Notes: Jackson, Williams, Jones, Brooks, Sochan
The Grizzlies upset the Bucks on Thursday, with young forwards GG Jackson and Vince Williams playing big parts in the victory. Damichael Cole of Memphis Commercial Appeal writes that the breakouts from both players are silver linings in an injury-riddled season from Memphis. Jackson scored a career high-tying 27 points in the win over Milwaukee. “I try to be as coachable as … [Read more...] about Southwest Notes: Jackson, Williams, Jones, Brooks, Sochan
Sixers Came Close To Trading For Andre Drummond
The Sixers thought they had a trade in place to acquire center Andre Drummond from the Bulls prior to last Thursday’s deadline, but Chicago pulled out of those talks hours before the deadline, reports Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. League sources tell Scotto that Chicago had been seeking three second-round picks in exchange for the veteran center. It’s not clear if Philadelphia … [Read more...] about Sixers Came Close To Trading For Andre Drummond