Warriors head coach Steve Kerr, who has advocated in the past for shorter regular seasons, is beating that drum again this fall with soft tissue injuries on the rise around the NBA, writes Nick Friedell of ESPN. Kerr said he’s “very concerned” about the increase in injuries, pointing to an increased pace of play and a relentless schedule as two factors he believes are … [Read more...] about And-Ones: NBA Schedule, Breakout Players, Cap Room, More
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Mikal Bridges’ most unbelievable streak is still going strong
New York Knicks fans can't believe that Mikal Bridges is still carrying on one of the most unbelievable streaks in the NBA. … [Read more...] about Mikal Bridges’ most unbelievable streak is still going strong
Jalen Brunson Injures Ankle Versus Magic, Leaves Arena In Walking Boot
Jalen Brunson suffered an injured right ankle late in the New York Knicks' 124-107 loss to the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night. Coach Mike Brown confirmed that Brunson turned his ankle, though he had no further updates. Brunson was seen walking out of Madison Square Garden with a walking boot while using crutches. Brunson had 31 points and 6 assists before leaving the game … [Read more...] about Jalen Brunson Injures Ankle Versus Magic, Leaves Arena In Walking Boot
Jalen Brunson Diagnosed With Grade 1 Right Ankle Sprain
Jalen Brunson has been diagnosed with a Grade 1 right ankle sprain and has been ruled out of the New York Knicks' game on Friday against the Miami Heat. Brunson will be reevaluated daily to determine when he can return. Brunson suffered the injury in the Knicks' loss to the Orlando Magic on Wednesday. Brunson was spotted leaving Madison Square Garden in a walking boot. Brunson … [Read more...] about Jalen Brunson Diagnosed With Grade 1 Right Ankle Sprain
Jason Kidd Claims He Never Considered Leaving Mavericks For Knicks
Jason Kidd confirmed Wednesday that the Dallas Mavericks denied the New York Knicks' request to interview him for their head coaching vacancy last summer, though the 52-year-old Hall of Famer said he never seriously considered leaving Texas. The Mavericks had no intention of letting Kidd go and awarded him a multi-year extension in October. Mutual interest existed between Kidd … [Read more...] about Jason Kidd Claims He Never Considered Leaving Mavericks For Knicks