Day: January 28, 2024
Ben Simmons Probable To Return MondayBen Simmons Probable To Return Monday
The Brooklyn Nets have upgraded Ben Simmons to probable for Monday’s game against the Utah Jazz. Simmons hasn’t played since November 6 due to a back injury.
Simmons recently said he feels good and that his back is strong enough for him to return. Nets coach Jacque Vaughn said Simmons was ramping up and was close to returning last week.
Lakers Chances Of Landing Dejounte Murray ‘Unrealistic’Lakers Chances Of Landing Dejounte Murray ‘Unrealistic’
The Los Angeles Lakers and Atlanta Hawks have reportedly had little-to-no trade discussions involving Dejounte Murray in recent days. It’s gone as far as being termed “unrealistic” that Murray lands in Los Angeles before the trade deadline.
Part of the reason for that is the Hawks have had no interest in taking on D’Angelo Russell. And from the Lakers side, Russell has played better since being reinserted into the starting lineup. That’s lessened their desire to move the veteran guard in a deal.
Los Angeles had reportedly offered Russell, a 2029 first-round pick and a future first-round pick swap as the base of a package for Murray. But any deal was contingent on finding a third team to take Russell.