NBA

Players Questioned Jacque Vaughn’s In-Game Decisions

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2 years ago

February 20, 2024

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Players Questioned Jacque Vaughn’s In-Game Decisions

The ousting of head coach Jacque Vaughn came after their 50-point loss before the break, and some within the organization were concerned about his methods. For the players, they questioned his decision-making in games.

Players like Mikal Bridges voiced their frustrations and lack confidence in Vaughn’s coaching abilities. This did lead to management worrying about big talents not wanting to come to Brooklyn because of the former coach.

In a non-confrontational way, per Ian Begley, Spencer Dinwiddie spoke with Vaughn about having a defined hierarchy on offense. It appears there was no offensive leader or sense of who is supposed to be the “guy” on the team.

It was also reported Vaughn wanted to play the team through Ben Simmons, which got people confused.

In all of this reporting, Kevin Ollie was promoted to interim head coach.

This is the second time he has been fired in his coaching career. The first time was with the Orlando Magic mid-way through the 2014-15 season.

Jeremy Sochan

Jeremy Sochan Missing Season Opener With Sprained Wrist

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5 days ago

October 17, 2025

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According to multiple reports, the San Antonio Spurs will be without Jeremy Sochan for their season opener against the Dallas Mavericks.

Sochan suffered the sprained left wrist injury during 5-on-5 drills on Wednesday; this is while he is actively recovering from a strain calf.

The 22-year-old is expected to be back by the second or third game of the season.

76ers

Joel Embiid To Not Play In Back-To-Back Games This Season

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5 days ago

October 17, 2025

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According to Chris Haynes, the Philadelphia 76ers have made the executive decision to not allow Joel Embiid play in any back-to-back games. It can be the beginning of it or the ending of it.

This would limit him to playing only 66 games this season, that’s if he can remain healthy for all those games.

Philadelphia wants to preserve his health for a potential postseason run, as his status for later in the NBA calendar has always been so up and down.

The last time the 31-year-old played 60+ games was back in 2023-24. In the 2023-24 season, Embiid only played in 39 games. Last season, Embiid only played in 19 games.

Kings

Russell Westbrook Is Signing $3.6 Million Deal With Kings

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7 days ago

October 15, 2025

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According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the Sacramento Kings are signing Russell Westbrook to a one-year deal worth $3.6 million.

Originally, Westbrook was with the Denver Nuggets, where he could have went back with his player option. However, he chose to leave since they were not going to use him in a productive and meaningful role.

The 36-year-old already has chemistry with players on the Kings, as he played with Domantas Sabonis when both of them were on the Oklahoma City Thunder. Westbrook has had friendships with both DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine.

Besides Sacramento showing interest in the legendary point guard, not a single other team wanted his talents.

After grueling months of not being on a team, Westbrook will officially be back in the National Basketball Association with the Kings. This will be sixth team since departing the Thunder.