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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Bam Adebayo Named Players Of Week

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Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Heat big man Bam Adebayo have been named the Western and Eastern Conference Players of the Week, respectively, the NBA announced today (Twitter links). Oklahoma City had a 2-1 record during the week of January 12-18, with the reigning Most Valuable Player averaging 31.0 points, 4.0 assists, 3.7 rebounds, and 2.0 blocks per game. … [Read more...] about Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Bam Adebayo Named Players Of Week

Steven Adams Out Indefinitely With Grade 3 Ankle Sprain

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Rockets center Steven Adams has been diagnosed with a Grade 3 left ankle sprain and is out indefinitely, head coach Ime Udoka told reporters on Tuesday (Twitter link via Will Guillory of The Athletic). According to the Cleveland Clinic, a Grade 3 ankle sprain is when the ligament is completely torn. It’s the most severe ankle sprain and involves significant swelling and … [Read more...] about Steven Adams Out Indefinitely With Grade 3 Ankle Sprain

Why Rockets Are Steering Clear Of These Star Guard Trades

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The Houston Rockets don’t have a starting point guard. Well, they do – 2019 championship veteran Fred VanVleet. But he can’t exactly take point while sitting out the season with injury. So the team doesn’t have a starting point guard they can actually play. Unsurprisingly, Houston’s offense seems to be suffering as a result. Now, according to Yahoo Sports’ Kelly Iko, the … [Read more...] about Why Rockets Are Steering Clear Of These Star Guard Trades