Former Auburn, NBA player Marquis Daniels injured in auto accident

The Cleveland Cavaliers and guard Ricky Rubio have agreed to a contract buyout. Rubio has been away from the team this season while addressing his mental health.

It’s likely this buyout ends Rubio’s NBA career. If he returns to play, it will likely be in his home country of Spain.

The veteran point guard contract was for $6.1 million this season. Rubio had $4.3 million of his $6.4 million contract guaranteed for next season, as well.

Jaylin Williams will miss the remainder of training camp and the preseason due to a right hamstring strain. Williams was competing for backup minutes in the Thunder’s big man rotation.

Mark Daigneault said that he appreciates Williams’ communication skills as he helps to set the Thunder defense. Williams is also a solid outside shooter, which is a different component from what Isaiah Hartenstein brings as the primary backup for Chet Holmgren.

The Thunder are also still considering lineups where Holmgren and Hartenstein both start. In those configurations, Williams is expected to take on a bigger role as the backup center.