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NBA’s gossip mill is buzzing, and it seems the Los Angeles Lakers are showing interest in a guard from the Eastern Conference. The target in their sights is Dejounte Murray from the Atlanta Hawks, as revealed by NBA Insider Shams Charania on FanDuel TV’s “Run It Back” show.

While the Lakers have been linked to Hawks’ star Trae Young in the past, the focus on Murray has intensified following some unfavorable injury updates for Los Angeles just before Christmas.

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Memphis Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins was recently asked if Ja Morant’s return feels like starting a new season (3-0 with Morant).

(via Memphis Grizzlies):

Reporter: “Does it almost feel like a new season?”

Jenkins: “I think it’s just like a renewed energy, for sure. I think our spirits have been phenomenal over the season despite all the adversity and challenges. Obviously game 26, everyone was pointing to getting Ja back.

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Even on off-shooting nights, the Boston Celtics star forward Jayson Tatum continues to contribute to the team, according to Souichi Terada of MassLive.

Despite a 6-of-15 performance from the field and 1-of-3 from beyond the arc in L.A., coach Joe Mazzulla was effusive in praising Tatum’s overall impact.

Mazzulla emphasized the need for Tatum to reinvent himself, highlighting the shift from mere sacrifice to a broader concept of reinvention.

Tatum’s evolving leadership qualities and the recognition of his value extend beyond scoring.

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Just three games into his return from a 25-game suspension, Grizzlies’ point guard Ja Morant clinched the Player of the Week title for the Western Conference.

During this impressive stint, he led Memphis to three consecutive victories, averaging 28.0 points, 9.0 assists, and 5.7 rebounds in 35.1 minutes per game.

The highlight was a thrilling buzzer-beater to secure a win against New Orleans.

Morant’s return has breathed new life into the Grizzlies, who have not tasted defeat since his comeback.

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Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason strongly believes that Alperen Sengun should be a 2024 NBA All-Star (averaging 20.4 PPG/9.2 RPG/5.2 APG/0.9 SPG/0.9 BPG/53.3% FG/31.7% 3-PT/70.1% FT).

(via Vanessa Richardson):

“Alperen Sengun is an All-Star, I’m just letting everybody here know it. The Wizard is an All-Star, you heard it here first.”

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Jalen Suggs can’t wait to matchup against former Gonzaga Bulldogs teammate Corey Kispert tonight in DC.

(via Orlando Magic):

Reporter: “What was it like playing with Corey Kispert in college?”

Suggs: “It was dope. Corey was such a good guy. Great leader, taught me how to be a pro early on, and I appreciate him for that a ton. Knockdown shooter, so you know we’ve got to run him off the line tonight, but it’ll be good to see him.”

Reporter: “What’s it like when you’re playing against guys when you kind of know their game, but now you’re on the other side?”

Suggs: “It’s fun.

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Jeremy Fears Jr. of Michigan State was discharged from the hospital on Sunday following a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to the leg that occurred at his home in Illinois the day before, as revealed by his father on social media.

“Jr is doing really good. Discharged and headed home. #blessed,” Fears’ father, Jeremy Fears posted on X.

The latest information on the freshman basketball player includes three videos showcasing Fears Jr. walking, sitting, and using crutches to navigate stairs during his hospital stay.

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The Atlanta Hawks are reportedly considering trade options for Dejounte Murray, a mere two years after his arrival from the San Antonio Spurs.

According to Marc Stein’s Substack, multiple teams speculate that the Hawks will actively explore potential trades involving Murray in the six weeks leading up to the February 8 trade deadline.

The 27-year-old shooting guard, finds himself in the final year of a 4-year, $64 million contract with the Hawks.

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In a captivating battle, the formidable Nikola Jokic-Jamal Murray duo orchestrated a brilliant performance, propelling the Denver Nuggets (22-10) to a hard-fought 120-114 triumph over the Golden State Warriors (15-15).

Despite a challenging shooting day, Jokic demonstrated his mastery at the free-throw line, going a flawless 18 of 18 and accumulating 26 points to secure the Nuggets’ victory, extending their winning streak to five games.

Steve Kerr, the Warriors’ coach, expressed his dissatisfaction with the frequency of Jokic’s free-throw trips, highlighting the necessity for a more balanced reward system in the contemporary NBA.

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Derrick White is shining in what’s considered the best season of his career, boasting impressive averages of 16.5 points, 4 rebounds, and 5 assists in 32.5 minutes per game, prompting All-Star considerations from Boston Celtics teammates and staff.

Recently, the 29-year-old point guard received high praise from his teammate Kristaps Porzingis.

“I didn’t realize how good D-White was … He makes the right play all the time, and that’s the perfect teammate you want,” the Latvian forward said, per Taylor Shaw.

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