NBA

Pascal Siakam, Raptors Eye December 30th As Extension Deadline

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1 year ago

December 30, 2023

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Pascal Siakam, Raptors Eye December 30th As Extension Deadline

According to Michael Grange of Sportsnet, the Toronto Raptors and All-Star Pascal Siakam are targeting December 30th as a potential deadline date to decide on a contract extension.

One of the main reasons why signing an extension before the 30th is important is due to the flexibility Toronto would have to trade the veteran over next summer ahead of the upcoming free agency.

Siakam is eligible for a four-year, $192 million extension, which has caused talks between the franchise and the player on the framework and details of a possible extension.

The Indiana Pacers are interested in Siakam, which makes sense due to them looking for an upgrade to push them into a playoff spot this season. Indiana hasn’t been in the playoffs since 2020. While Toronto hasn’t swayed either way on trading their core players, the rumors have been piling up.

Rumors of the Raptors blowing their roster up and building from the ground up has been going on since last offseason.

Donte DiVincenzo

Donte DiVincenzo Suffers Big Toe Injury

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6 hours ago

January 20, 2025

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According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the Minnesota Timberwolves have learned that Donte DiVincenzo will be out indefinitely due to a big toe injury.

DiVincenzo injured his left foot’s big toe, which has been placed into a boot. Him and the organization will seek all options before making a final decision.

The 27-year-old’s injury is untimely, as he was just moved into Minnesota’s starting lineup. DiVincenzo put up a season-high 28 points in their loss to the Golden State Warriors.

There’s an expectation of him returning to the starting five once he is healthy.

Bradley Beal

Bucks Interested In Trading For Bradley Beal

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8 hours ago

January 20, 2025

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Bucks Interested In Trading For Bradley Beal

According to Marc Stein, the Milwaukee Bucks want to get involved in this year’s trade deadline; they will do that by potentially trading for Bradley Beal. The Phoenix Suns are testing Beal’s trade value.

Currently, the Bucks have shown more interest in Beal than Jimmy Butler. Butler has been connected to Milwaukee’s radar for a while now. However, it appears a mindset shift has been made, which means Beal is in front of Butler for now.

General Manager Jon Horst has kept his eye on Beal since he wanted out from the Washington Wizards. It wouldn’t be shocking if the Bucks put together an enticing offer the Suns couldn’t refuse.

A deal with the Bucks could be done; why? Because Phoenix could see them as a third team to help facilitate Butler to Phoenix without Miami taking on Beal’s contract. It’s a win-win for all parties involved.

While interest and rumors are spiking, it is unknown if Beal would waive his No-Trade Clause to join the Bucks.

In 29 games this season, the 31-year-old is averaging 17.5 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 3.3 assists.

Karl-Anthony Towns

Karl-Anthony Towns Has Bone Chip & Sprain In Right Thumb

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4 days ago

January 16, 2025

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Karl-Anthony Towns Has Bone Chip & Sprain In Right Thumb

According to multiple reports, the New York Knicks have discovered that Karl-Anthony Towns not only has a sprain but a bone chip in his right thumb.

His right hand is his shooting hand. There is good news, though: Towns is willing to play through the injury. This injury doesn’t require surgery during or after the season.

Towns missed Wednesday’s game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Jericho Sims started in his absence.