LaVine maintains positive attitude despite challenges, distractions

Photo: Peter Baba The Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant will miss tonight’s game against the Los Angeles Lakers due to lingering soreness in his right hand, the team announced (via Twitter). Morant hurt his hand when he crashed to the court after colliding with Anthony Davis in Sunday’s Game…

Orlando Magic rookie and the number one overall pick in this past draft, Paolo Banchero, is reportedly set to sign an endorsement deal with Jordan Brand, per Shams Charania. The details of the agreement are unknown, but Banchero has become the most recent first overall pick to sign with Jordan…

Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole shouted-out interim head coach Brian Keefe after last night’s 114-105 home loss vs. the Cleveland Cavaliers (31 points/5 rebounds/5 assists/1 steal/11-21 FG/6-13 3-PT/3-3 FT). (via Washington Wizards): Reporter: “Despite the loss, you think a performance like this can help you re-establish a rhythm?” Poole: “I…

Despite participating in 25 games this season, where he averaged 19.5 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 3.9 assists in 34.9 minutes per night, Zach LaVine faced two prolonged injury absences before ultimately opting for surgery. Throughout the season, trade rumors swirled around LaVine, fueled by the Bulls’ slow start and their…

The Atlanta Hawks annouced that Bogdan Bogdanovic underwent knee surgery on Monday. Hawks say Bogdan Bogdanovic underwent surgery following the season on his right patella tendon to address knee inflammation. He will rehabilitate over the offseason and is expected to make a full recovery in advance of the regular season….

Photo: Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images The Charlotte Hornets have trimmed their roster down to 16 players in advance of the regular season, announcing today in a press release that they’ve waived LiAngelo Ball, Jalen Crutcher, Xavier Sneed, and Ty-Shon Alexander. Check out our Latest News and Follow us at…