Raptors center Jakob Poeltl, who has been dealing with a back issue this season, will miss a second straight game on Saturday as Toronto hosts the Celtics, tweets Michael Grange of Sportsnet.ca. “We have a long-term plan for him,” head coach Darko Rajakovic said, “which consists of managing this injury and which consists of building his strength, which consists of him playing … [Read more...] about Injury Notes: Poeltl, Barrett, Dante, Sixers, Bradley, Brown
Hawks
Hawks fully vindicated for controversial Jalen Johnson decision
The Atlanta Hawks made a controversial decision involving Jalen Johnson, and they've now been proven 100% correct. … [Read more...] about Hawks fully vindicated for controversial Jalen Johnson decision
2 Troubling Trends For The Atlanta Hawks
The Atlanta Hawks got off to a hot start, despite Trae Young’s suffering a sprained MCL on Oct. 29. Young returned to the court to face the Charlotte Hornets on Dec. 18. However, his return coincided with Atlanta hitting a prolonged rough patch. The Hawks are 2-6 over their last eight games. Three of those losses came in blowout fashion. Atlanta fell to the San Antonio Spurs, … [Read more...] about 2 Troubling Trends For The Atlanta Hawks
Siegel’s Latest: Turner, Bucks, Pacers, Nets, Cavs, Alvarado
Multiple reporters have indicated that the Bucks are looking to add win-now help in the coming weeks despite an 11-17 start to the season. Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints has heard similarly, writing that people around the NBA are wondering if Myles Turner could be a trade candidate after signing a four-year, $108.8MM contract with Milwaukee over the summer. As Siegel explains, … [Read more...] about Siegel’s Latest: Turner, Bucks, Pacers, Nets, Cavs, Alvarado
The Hawks have a Luke Kennard problem after reintegrating Trae Young
The Hawks play too many players who can't defend, and the choice of who should fall out of the rotation is clear. … [Read more...] about The Hawks have a Luke Kennard problem after reintegrating Trae Young