Embiid's workload will continue to be closely managed during the 2026-27 season, head coach Nick Nurse said Tuesday, according to Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com.
James' workload will be carefully managed during his first season with Philadelphia, head coach Nick Nurse said Tuesday, according to Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com.
Whitmore made a strong impression on head coach David Adelman during the Nuggets' first day of training camp, standing out alongside Aaron Gordon, Ryan Blackburn of MileHighSports.com reports.
Braun said Monday that increasing both his three-point volume and efficiency was his biggest developmental focus during the offseason, Ryan Blackburn of MileHighSports.com reports.
Jokic reiterated Monday that he intends to sign a new contract with the Nuggets next offseason, Brendan Vogt of TheDNVR.com reports.
James made it clear Monday that he's entering his first season with Philadelphia with championship aspirations, though he acknowledged that the new-look roster will need time to develop chemistry, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.
DeRozan appears set to operate as the focal point of Denver's second unit this season, with head coach David Adelman planning to put the ball in the veteran forward's hands frequently, according to Vinny Benedetto of The Denver Gazette.
Edgecombe said Monday that he placed an emphasis on improving his shooting during the offseason while also working on his finishing and ball-handling, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.
LeBron James said Monday that his relationship with Maxey played a significant role in his decision to sign with the 76ers, Dave McMenamin of ESPN reports.
LeBron James said Monday that Embiid put significant work into his body, game and mental preparation during the offseason, Kyle Neubeck of PHLY Sports reports.
Without Tyrese Maxey, Paul George, Joel Embiid and Kelly Oubre, the 76ers are relying heavily on Quentin Grimes. He's taken 22 shots each of the past two games and has cleared this prop total in four of his last six. Expect another 35-plus minutes from Grimes in a game with a total of 236.5.
FanDuel. Jumping back on the Justin Edwards wagon tonight. The Sixers wing has now cleared this line in each of his last four games with extended minutes. As the Sixers will be without Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, Paul George and Kelly Oubre, Edwards will be looked upon to fill the void. Even if this game gets out of hand (which I expect) Edwards should still see 25+ minutes.
