The NBA has made contact with the New York Knicks over whether the promotion of assistant coach Rick Brunson violated the league's salary cap rules, sources told Ian Begley of SNY. Rick Brunson received a promotion during the 2024 offseason, with his son Jalen Brunson signing a four-year, $156.5 million contract extension. Jalen Brunson would have been eligible for a $270 … [Read more...] about NBA Contacts Knicks Over Rick Brunson Promotion
Sean Marks Says Nets Don’t Use The Word ‘Tanking’
The Brooklyn Nets have been an early-season surprise. Brooklyn's 5-8 record is better than many expected at this point in the season. That's got some asking Nets GM Sean Marks if the team would be better off tanking. "We don't use some of those words [like 'tanking'], so it's go compete, go compete and let the chips fall where they may," Marks told NJ.com. Marks understands … [Read more...] about Sean Marks Says Nets Don’t Use The Word ‘Tanking’
Nic Claxton Out With Lower Back Strain, Will Be Re-Evaluated In One Week
Nic Claxton has been diagnosed with a lower back strain and will be re-evaluated in one week. Claxton was scheduled to receive an epidural injection on Friday. Claxton is averaging 8.6 points and 7.7 rebounds this season. … [Read more...] about Nic Claxton Out With Lower Back Strain, Will Be Re-Evaluated In One Week
Bojan Bogdanovic Nearing Return In December
Brooklyn Nets forward Bojan Bogdanovic is getting closer to a return. Sources indicate that Bogdanovic should be fully recovered from offseason foot surgery in December. "I saw him on the court shooting [Wednesday]. But playing 5-on-5 and in a real game, he's progressing well. We're not gonna give an exact date, but he's doing good," Nets coach Jordi Fernandez said about … [Read more...] about Bojan Bogdanovic Nearing Return In December
Knicks Expected To Re-Sign Landry Shamet Following His Shoulder Recovery
The New York Knicks plan on re-signing Landry Shamet once he recovers from his separated shoulder. Shamet was on track to make the Knicks' regular season roster until his injury. The Knicks selected Shamet in the G League draft to ensure they could oversee Shamet's injury rehab. Shamet, who was with the Washington Wizards last season, averaged 10.8 points, 2.8 rebounds and 1.5 … [Read more...] about Knicks Expected To Re-Sign Landry Shamet Following His Shoulder Recovery