As we get closer to February 9th’s trade deadline, there are some teams that could be motivated to make cost-cutting deals. Some, like the Mavericks and Sixers, could look to decrease their luxury tax penalties for this season.
After waiting and waiting and waiting, the Lakers have reportedly finally pulled the trigger on a trade this season, sending out Kendrick Nunn for Wizards forward Rui Hachimura.
Cleveland: Donovan Mitchell (left groin strain) has been upgraded to probable for Tuesday’s game against New York.
Source: Alberto De Roa @ HoopsHype
For the second time in January, LeBron James was named Player of the Week on Monday as he continues defying Father Time.
Cody Taylor: Jonathan Isaac will be available to play tonight vs. Boston, the Magic announced. It will be just first NBA game since Aug. 2, 2020.
Source: Twitter @CodyTaylorNBA
Brother Rice’s Zavier Fitch (13) shoots the ball over Rolling Meadows’ Cam Christie (24).
Barring a drastic trade, can this Lakers team even officially make the postseason?
Adrian Wojnarowski: There’s optimism of a Kristaps Porzingis (left ankle sprain) return to the Washington lineup within two weeks, sources tell ESPN. Porzingis is averaging 22 points and 8.8 rebounds for the Wizards this season.
Cody Taylor: Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James and Milwaukee Bucks guard Jrue Holiday have been named the NBA Western and Eastern Conference Players of the Week, respectively, for Week 14 of the 2022-23 season (Jan.
