Raps’ Ibaka to play vs. Celtics despite ankle issueRaps’ Ibaka to play vs. Celtics despite ankle issue
Raptors star Serge Ibaka will play Game 6 against the Celtics without restrictions after having been questionable with a sprained ankle.
Day: September 10, 2020
Memo: NBA eyeing Nov. 18 as new draft dateMemo: NBA eyeing Nov. 18 as new draft date
The NBA is targeting Nov. 18 as a new date for the 2020 draft, according to a memo obtained by ESPN. That would allow the league and players’ union to negotiate amendments to the CBA and agree on 2020-21 salary cap and luxury tax thresholds.
Rockets’ Covington passes concussion protocolRockets’ Covington passes concussion protocol
The Rockets’ Robert Covington, who left Game 3 after colliding with the Lakers’ Anthony Davis, passed a concussion protocol test and is expected to be available for Game 4.
ESPN’s Burke adds to milestones with playoffsESPN’s Burke adds to milestones with playoffs
ESPN’s Doris Burke will become the first woman to serve as a game analyst on a network TV or radio broadcast this deep into the postseason when she calls the NBA conference finals and NBA Finals for ESPN Radio.