Will Guillory: Karlo Matkovic (left groin soreness) and Yves Missi (low back soreness) are out for tonight’s game vs Denver, per the Pelicans. Their time in Vegas is done. … [Read more...] about
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Jake Fischer: “There was discussions of Russell Westbrook being the outgoing piece in whatever sign-and-trade machinations do come about, and then the Jazz would have waived him. That conversation was happening like day two of free agency, so don’t know what the exact holdups are to be honest. I haven’t really checked too much, but that’s just, you know, something that’s out … [Read more...] about
Brad Turner: Once Russell Westbrook clears waivers he’s expected to join the Nuggets, source confirmed … [Read more...] about
The injury comes with implications in the Western Conference race, as Denver has been willing to lean on rookies for major minutes on their contending roster in recent seasons. Holmes, who averaged 20.4 points and 8.5 rebounds at Dayton and made 38.5% of his 3s last season, was viewed by the Nuggets as a potential immediate contributor, according to sources. … [Read more...] about
Michael Malone on what Nuggets need: ‘Somebody to play behind Jamal Murray’
Denver Nuggets coach Michael Malone was interviewed by ESPN during his team’s Summer League game on Tuesday. The topic of what the Nuggets roster still needs came up and Malone was quick to answer with his thoughts. “Somebody to play behind Jamal Murray,” Malone said. … [Read more...] about Michael Malone on what Nuggets need: ‘Somebody to play behind Jamal Murray’