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Suns sign Isaiah Thomas through season's end

Isaiah Thomas signed a contract with Phoenix Suns through the season after playing on 10-day contracts.

Thomas had impressive G League stats before returning to the NBA with Phoenix Suns. [ more ]

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Former Celtics fan favorite Isaiah Thomas making NBA comeback, reportedly signing with Suns

Isaiah Thomas signed a 10-day contract with the Phoenix Suns after two years without an NBA team.

Thomas excelled in the G League before his NBA return, showcasing impressive scoring, shooting, and playmaking skills. [ more ]

New York Daily News

Nets Notebook: Rookie Noah Clowney gets first career start against Kings

Noah Clowney received his first career start for the Nets due to Nic Claxton's injury.

Rookies Noah Clowney and Jalen Wilson's production was crucial in a recent victory against the Detroit Pistons. [ more ]

New York Daily News

Nets Notebook: Ben Simmons starts, but Brooklyn undermanned against Mavericks

The Brooklyn Nets took advantage of a severely short-handed Philadelphia 76ers team in a lopsided victory.

The Nets were also dealing with multiple injuries, leaving the team with only eight active players. Jalen Wilson, Noah Clowney, and Keon Johnson were called up from the G League to fill the roster. [ more ]

Raptors Republic

Dick's 23 points not enough, 905 fall to Knicks

Gradey Dick scored 23 points for the Raptors 905, but they still lost to the Westchester Knicks.

The 905 had multiple players scoring in double figures and showed resilience despite being plagued by injuries. [ more ]

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Bullets Forever

The Capital City Go-Go rout Grand Rapids, prepare to close out regular season on Tuesday

The Capital City Go-Go had an impressive win without key players.

The team showcased depth and versatility with multiple contributions in the absence of star players. [ more ]

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Jalen Hood-Schifino undergoes lumbar microdiscectomy back surgery

JHS underwent back surgery - lumbar microdiscectomy.

Previous back issues impacted JHS's rookie season. [ more ]

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Knicks re-sign Jacob Toppin to a two-way deal, add Shake Milton

The New York Knicks signed forward Jacob Toppin to a two-way contract.

Toppin's performance in the G League has been more impressive than in the NBA. [ more ]

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Jalen Hood-Schifino has been lighting up the G League

JHS excels in the G-League, proving his potential as the Lakers' future point guard.

He continues to shine despite not making much noise in the NBA due to tough competition. [ more ]

Bullets Forever

NBA All-Star Sunday preview: The main event is tonight!

Exciting G League Next Up Game event with social media influencers GM'ing teams

NBA All-Star Game featuring Eastern Conference vs. Western format [ more ]

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Suns become last team to have G League team

The Suns have acquired the rights to a G League franchise, meaning all 30 NBA teams now own or operate a team in the developmental league.

The new G League team will be located in the Phoenix metro area and will be named through a fan contest. [ more ]

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Boston Celtics

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Tony Snell is a 32-year-old guard currently playing for the Maine Celtics, the Boston Celtics' G League affiliate.

Snell is pushing to sign with an NBA team this season after spending the majority of his career as a role player. [ more ]

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Jalen Hood-Schifino scores 20 points in G League debut with South Bay Lakers

Jalen Hood-Schifino made his G League debut for the South Bay Lakers and scored 20 points with seven assists.

The Lakers can send Hood-Schifino and Maxwell Lewis to the G League without losing their availability for NBA games. [ more ]

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Sources: Hornets to interview Harding for HC job

Lindsey Harding to interview for Charlotte Hornets' head coaching job after successful G League season.

Harding's impressive background includes being a former WNBA player and experience as a development coach with NBA teams. [ more ]

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Zion says he'll do Dunk Contest if voted All-Star

Zion Williamson will participate in the Dunk Contest if he makes the All-Star team.

Williamson is a two-time All-Star, not selected this year despite good performance. [ more ]

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Jordan Jackson honors, his mother, Sheryl Swoopes in dunk contest win

Jordan Jackson won the G League dunk contest honoring his mother, Sheryl Swoopes.

Swoopes, a WNBA icon, was the first player to sign with the league and a Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame member. [ more ]

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Coulibaly named to 2024 NBA Rising Stars Challenge

Bilal Coulibaly will represent the Washington Wizards in the 2024 Rising Stars Challenge.

The Rising Stars Challenge is made up of NBA rookies, sophomores, and G League players. [ more ]

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G League player, girlfriend to face murder charge

Chance Comanche and a 19-year-old woman will face open murder charges for the death of a missing woman in Las Vegas.

The remains of Marayna Rodgers were found in a desert area in Henderson, Nevada. [ more ]

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New York Knicks sign DaQuan Jeffries, Mamadi Diakite to 10-day contracts

DaQuan Jeffries signed to second 10-day contract by New York Knicks

Knicks may need to sign Jeffries to remainder-of-the-season deal [ more ]

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Time for the Knicks to call up a familiar name?

Jacob Toppin, younger brother of Obi Toppin, has been performing well in the G-League for the Westchester Knicks.

Toppin's impressive numbers and skill set have caught the attention of Coach Thibodeau. [ more ]

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Ben Simmons has missed 36 games this season for the Nets

Ben Simmons has been dealing with a back injury and has missed the last 36 games for the Brooklyn Nets.

The Nets are considering sending Simmons to their G-League affiliate, the Long Island Nets, for practice before his return to the main roster. [ more ]

New York Daily News

4 months ago

Nets 1st-round pick Noah Clowney will likely stay put on Long Island despite thin frontcourt

Noah Clowney's dunk in a G League matchup has sparked speculation about his potential role in the Nets' upcoming games.

Backup center Day'Ron Sharpe's absence has left a void in the paint for the Nets. [ more ]

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Scotty Pippen Jr signs two-way deal with Memphis Grizzlies, departs South Bay Lakers

Scotty Pippen Jr. signed a two-year, two-way contract with the Memphis Grizzlies after spending time with the South Bay Lakers in the G League.

Pippen's performance in the G League improved from last season, but he still struggled with shooting efficiency. [ more ]

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Former Warriors champion Juan Toscano-Anderson is back in the NBA: report

Juan Toscano-Anderson is joining the Sacramento Kings on a one-year deal after playing for the Mexico City Capitanes in the G League.

Toscano-Anderson has a made-for-TV story that drew fans to him with his rugged, energetic play style. [ more ]

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