It’s no secret that Paul Millsap is one of the league’s most underrated big men. The topic has been discussed at length by bloggers for years and, yet, the lack of credit he continues to receive is borderline criminal. How underrated is Millsap exactly? In every season since 2010-2011, he’s ranked among the league’s best 30 in efficiency. Millsap’s 31.5 cumulative Estimated Wins Added for the Jazz since 2010 ranks him ahead of rival power forwards Chris Bosh, Kevin Garnett and David
In today’s news, several general managers shared their opinions on why Jason Collins is still a free agent. Meanwhile, in Philadelphia, the 76ers are reopening the door on a potential Nerlens Noel sighting this season. GM cite anticipated media attention as top reason Collins remains unsigned According to Ric Bucher, several NBA general managers attribute Jason Collins’ availability on the free agent market as a direct fear of the media distraction signing him would bring to a team. “If it were just an
In today’s news, Chris Paul shared some details about his future career plans. Meanwhile, the Nuggets are reportedly gauging other teams’ interest in Kenneth Faried. [Read more…]
In today’s news, two lottery picks from the draft class of 2010 await updates on potential contract extensions with their current teams. Hayward expecting big payday According to ESPN’s Marc Stein, the Utah Jazz’s Gordon Hayward is in line for a big payday by the October 31st contract extension deadline. Heard first strong rumbles this weekend that Gordon Hayward, like Derrick Favors, will indeed get extension from Jazz before Oct. 31 buzzer — Marc Stein (@ESPNSteinLine) October 21, 2013 Jazz won’t go any farther publicly
In today’s news, ESPN revealed some surprising news about how they project Kobe Bryant to fare in the upcoming season, the Knicks admitted Amar’e Stoudemire would be on a stricter minutes count this season, and Gerald Wallace talked to the media about his departure from Brooklyn. [Read more…]
In today’s news, LeBron James revealed a surprising role model growing up and the Lakers reached out to a troubled star from their past. [Read more…]
In today’s news, Sacramento was dealt a major blow to its frontcourt depth and Kobe Bryant shared insight on how soon he expects to return to the court. Carl Landry out 3-4 months with torn hip flexor Realgm.com reports Carl Landry will miss three to four months as he recovers from a torn hip flexor injury that he suffered during a recent practice. Landry will undergo surgery for the tear in the coming days. The Sacramento Kings signed Landry to a four-year, $26 million
In today’s news, the Celtics’ biggest star gave a big stamp of approval for his status with the organization going forward. Meanwhile, across the country, details emerged from Kobe Bryant’s recent trip to Europe. [Read more…]