Isaiah Stewart has become an elite defender off the bench for the Pistons over the last few years, and his teammates and coaching staff are making sure people know it. “He’s the best defensive center in the league and it’s not close,” coach JB Bickerstaff said, as relayed by Detroit Free Press’ Omari Sankofa II (via Twitter). “And I think it’s time that everybody who watches … [Read more...] about Central Notes: Stewart, Antetokounmpo, Pacers, Cavaliers
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Siakam scores season-high 36 points as Pacers beat struggling Bulls 120-105
CHICAGO (AP) — Pascal Siakam scored a season-high 36 points, Bennedict Mathurin added 28 and the Indiana Pacers beat the struggling Chicago Bulls 120-105 on Friday night. The Pacers improved to 5-18, looking more like the team that advanced to the NBA Finals last season than the injury-ravaged crew that began the night with the [...] … [Read more...] about Siakam scores season-high 36 points as Pacers beat struggling Bulls 120-105
Pacers have obvious chance to accomplish something essential in reset year
This year might not have the same stakes that the past few did for the Indiana Pacers, but there are still a few important things they can accomplish in a year without their superstar. … [Read more...] about Pacers have obvious chance to accomplish something essential in reset year
Central Notes: Green, Robinson, Bulls, Collins, Thompson
The Bucks, already reeling from Giannis Antetokounmpo‘s calf strain, have another injury issue to deal with heading into their matchup with the Pistons on Saturday. Guard A.J. Green suffered a shoulder injury in their loss to Philadelphia on Friday and will undergo an MRI today. “Losing A.J. Green hurts you,” head coach Doc Rivers said, per Jim Owczarski of The Milwaukee … [Read more...] about Central Notes: Green, Robinson, Bulls, Collins, Thompson
LA Clippers Roster Questions Including Rookie Guard, Trade Asset, and Potential 20-point Career Scorer
Two days after surprisingly permanently benching Chris Paul, the Los Angeles Clippers have added RayJ Dennis to their 18-man roster. The Clippers, on pace for their worst season in over 15 years, are reportedly contemplating several other roster moves. Clippers Expect To Promote Rookie Guard, And Should They Consider Moving Ivica Zubac? Not long after snapping a five-game skid … [Read more...] about LA Clippers Roster Questions Including Rookie Guard, Trade Asset, and Potential 20-point Career Scorer