Wizards forward Rui Hachimura may have raised his trade value with a 30-point performance Saturday night, but he wanted to avoid discussing a potential deal after the game, writes Ava Wallace of The Washington Post. “No comment,” Hachimura told reporters when they asked if he has requested a trade, although he indicated that he’s looking for a comfortable situation, whether … [Read more...] about Southeast Notes: Hachimura, Porzingis, Ball, Strus
Kristaps Porzingis Week-To-Week With Sprained Ankle
The sprained left ankle that Kristaps Porzingis suffered in Saturday’s game will keep him out of action for a while. The Wizards announced (via Twitter) that Porzingis is being listed as week-to-week because of the injury. Prior to Saturday, Porzingis had been able to remain relatively healthy in his first full season in Washington, appearing in 41 of the team’s first 46 games. … [Read more...] about Kristaps Porzingis Week-To-Week With Sprained Ankle
Five Candidates For Promotions From Two-Way Contracts
Players who signed two-way contracts before the NBA’s regular season got underway are eligible to be active for up to 50 of their teams’ 82 games, while players who filled two-way slots after the season began are eligible for even fewer games — the two-way games limit is prorated, so a player who signed halfway through the regular season could be active for up to 25 … [Read more...] about Five Candidates For Promotions From Two-Way Contracts
Trade Candidate Watch: Potential Restricted Free Agents
Leading up to the February 9 trade deadline, we’re keeping an eye on potential trade candidates from around the NBA. We’re continuing today with a handful of players who can become restricted free agents in the offseason if they are extended qualifying offers. The full list of 2023 restricted free agents can be found right here. Cam Reddish, F, Knicks Like the rest of the … [Read more...] about Trade Candidate Watch: Potential Restricted Free Agents
Southeast Notes: Kuzma, Fultz, Lowry, Thor
Kyle Kuzma has been a hot name on the trade market, though the latest reports have indicated that the Wizards would prefer to keep him through the deadline in an attempt to re-sign him in free agency. The 27-year-old forward says he loves playing with Kristaps Porzingis and Bradley Beal, and that will factor into his decision this summer. “It plays into it a lot,” Kuzma told … [Read more...] about Southeast Notes: Kuzma, Fultz, Lowry, Thor