Kidd optimistic about Davis’ progress, avoids surgery question

Memphis Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins believes that two-way rookie Cam Spencer plays with a chip on his shoulder. (via Memphis Grizzlies- Beyond Grit): “With Cam, we love his winning mentality. We love his thrive to win. He doesn’t care about the stat line. He focuses on, ‘What hustle play…

Photo: YouTube/Screenshot The Clippers will start the first round series against the Suns without Paul George who suffered a knee injury in March. He is expected to be available at some point in the playoffs, but head coach Tyronn Lue says that the team will not rush him and will…

Orlando Magic power forward Paolo Banchero spoke about the chemistry he has with Franz Wagner following Friday’s 117-108 home win vs. the New York Knicks (combined for 61 points/19 rebounds/6 assists/5 steals/2 blocks/20-38 FG/5-11 3-PT/16-19 FT). (via Bally Sports Florida): Dante Marchitelli: “Tell me about Franz. Tell me about your…

Portland Trail Blazers rookie Scoot Henderson appreciates playing for a head coach he can relate to in Chauncey Billups. (via Portland Trail Blazers): Reporter: “I asked Chauncey the other day about how when he came up… he was the third pick too, he struggled, how he’s used those experiences to…

The New York Knicks signed forward Marcus Morris to an Exhibit 9 contract, a deal that is fully non-guaranteed unless he secures a spot on the Knicks’ opening night roster. This move offers the Knicks flexibility while giving Morris a chance to earn a role with the team during training…

Photo: Victor Wembanyama/Twitter It’s just the first day in the office for Victor Wembanyama, but he already felt at home being in San Antonio. After a busy week headlined by his  appearance in the NBA Draft as the top overall pick of this year, Wembanyama spent his Saturday attaining the…