The NBA makes an unprecedented move in American pro sports league by punishing the very worst teams in the draft lottery and creating a new system to incentivize winning — after months of meetings and conversations among league, ownership and team stakeholders. A radical response from the NBA to radical behavior, with nearly 8-to-10 teams jockeying for lottery odds down stretch of this season. The new “3-2-1” lottery starts next Draft and lasts through at least 2029.
Just in: Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid has been ruled out for Game 2 tonight against the New York Knicks due to ankle and hip injuries, sources tell ESPN.
With today's Jaren Jackson Jr. trade, every single lottery pick from a very successful 2018 draft has been traded. That includes names like Luka, Trae, SGA, Mikal Bridges, Michael Porter Jr., Ayton and now Jackson Jr.
Landry Shamet had other options but prioritized continuity in returning to the Knicks, a source said. He wanted to return to a locker room he liked and to help NYK compete for a title. Shamet and Knicks will agree on a one-year deal. Knicks have enough room for rookie vet minimum under the second apron.
For 2nd straight game, Mikal Bridges seals a Knick win in BOS with a steal. Knicks again come back from 20 down to beat BOS, take a 2-0 lead in 2nd round series. Boston was 5 for 24 in the fourth and had one field goal in the final 8 minutes. NYK was down 20 w/2:18 left in 3rd
ESPN story on Gregg Popovich stepping away from his legendary, 29-year run as San Antonio Spurs head coach to become the full-time president of basketball: https://t.co/DM6CVKk1iO
Strong NYK playoff debut for Karl-Anthony Towns: 23 points, 11 rebounds, 5 assists, 4 steals, 2 blocks & 0 TOs in G1 win. Knicks outscored DET by 19 in 4th; went on 26-3 run in the 4th Q. Jalen Brunson had 34p, 8a & 1 TO. He made 10 of his final 14 shots after 2-for-13 start.
Knicks see PJ Tucker as an integral addition to a locker that has young veterans but none with the experience of Tucker brings. The 14-year vet will be received well in the room, has championship experience. Knicks also wanted someone with an enforcer mentality, which is why they’ve targeted Tucker. Knicks and Tucker are planning on a 10-day deal, as ESPN first reported. Club has a need at center but Knicks people who targeted Tucker believe the center position can be covered between Karl-Anthony Towns, Mitchell Robinson and Precious Achiuwa.