DeMar DeRozan left the Sacramento Kings' 127-104 win over the Phoenix Suns due to lower back tightness. DeRozan, who scored two points in the first half, did not come out for the second half. The Kings are already without Malik Monk for at least the next two weeks due to an ankle sprain. … [Read more...] about DeMar DeRozan Leaves Kings Game With Back Tightness
Klay Thompson On Joining Mavs: It’s Rejuvenated Me, Something I Needed For My Mental And My Career
Klay Thompson chose the Dallas Mavericks over the Los Angeles Lakers due to the belief that he could be the missing piece for a team that had just reached The Finals. The Mavericks also promised him a starting spot. "Honestly, it's rejuvenated me and done something I needed bad just for my mental and my career," Thompson said. "So, I really feel the love here, and I feel highly … [Read more...] about Klay Thompson On Joining Mavs: It’s Rejuvenated Me, Something I Needed For My Mental And My Career
Malik Monk To Miss At Least Two Weeks With Ankle Sprain
The Sacramento Kings announced that Malik Monk will miss at least the next two weeks with a moderate ankle sprain. X-rays revealed no structural damage to the ankle. Monk suffered the injury on Sunday against the Suns after stepping on Mason Plumlee's foot. The Kings will play seven games over the next two weeks. … [Read more...] about Malik Monk To Miss At Least Two Weeks With Ankle Sprain
Jonathan Kuminga Prepared To ‘Bet On Himself’ In Hopes Of Max Contract
Jonathan Kuminga and the Golden State Warriors appear unlikely to agree to a contract extension ahead of the Monday, October 21 deadline. Kuminga, who is represented by agent Aaron Turner, is believed to be comfortable becoming a restricted free agent in 2025. "I'm told both sides are still far apart in extension conversations between now and Monday," said Shams Charania on NBA … [Read more...] about Jonathan Kuminga Prepared To ‘Bet On Himself’ In Hopes Of Max Contract
Stephen Curry’s Return Against Celtics Gives NBA Ratings Boost
The NBA's ratings have slumped to start the season, but Wednesday's return of Stephen Curry when the Golden State Warriors defeated the Boston Celtics was the most-watched game since Opening Night. The game averaged a 1.2 rating and had 2.14 million viewers on ESPN. The game marked an increase of 77 percent from the average of ESPN games during the first two weeks of the … [Read more...] about Stephen Curry’s Return Against Celtics Gives NBA Ratings Boost