Pistons point guard Reggie Jackson has progressed to 5-on-5, full-contact practices, Rod Beard of the Detroit News reports. Jackson suffered a high ankle sprain in December. Even though he returned during the second half of the season, spent much of the summer working with the training staff to fully recover. “We’re going to be smart and slow with him but I love where he is right now,” coach Dwane Casey told Beard and other media members. “He looked good. His timing is off a bit from not being out there. He knew exactly what we were doing because he paid attention. His game conditioning is getting there.”
We have more from around the Central Division:
- Bulls swingman Denzel Valentine suffered a moderate ankle sprain during the first week of training camp, according to the team’s website. Valentine will be re-evaluated in 1-2 weeks, the release adds. The injury could put Valentine’s rotation spot in jeopardy. He’s fighting for playing time on the wing with Justin Holiday, Chandler Hutchison and JaKarr Sampson, among others, behind starters Zach LaVine and Jabari Parker.
- Shooting guard David Nwaba had a two-year offer from the Pacers but he opted for a one-year deal with the Cavaliers, he revealed to Chris Fedor of the Cleveland Plain Dealer. Nwaba became an unrestricted free agent after the Bulls rescinded his qualifying offer. “Indiana wanted me for two years, but Cleveland seemed like a better fit,” Nwaba told Fedor. “Young guys as well as veterans on this team, so I thought it was a perfect fit and knew I was going to get my opportunity here.”
- Glenn Robinson III is eager to jump start his career after an ankle injury marred his final year with the Pacers, Ansar Khan of MLive.com reports. The swingman signed a two-year, $8.35MM deal with the Pistons that included a team option. “My shooting ability and being able to defend my position is going to be huge for us,” Robinson said. “It’s going to be up to Coach (Casey) who he puts in that starting wing spot, but I think the most important thing to me is finishing games.”
Indianapolis Star says Tyreke Evans and Victor Oladipo are playing well together in practice. Oladipo says he likes it because Evans gives them another option, and he can play offthe ball to close out games in the 4th quarter.
is this thomas swanson’s new account?
Yes he was Mio for a bit
I wish there was a general message board on this site. I just realized this.
1. Mavericks claimed the first 2 way player off waivers, Jalen Jones, from the Pelicans.
2. Mavericks made the first trade of a 2 way player, sending Jonathon Motley to the Clippers.
3. Clippers matched the first offer sheet made to a 2 way player (Tyrone Wallace) made by…. The Pelicans
Link: Nwaba told Fedor the Cavs wanted him on a 3 or 4 year contract. They were aiming for him and Nance recommended him. The Bulls meanwhile pulled their QO and Indy signed Evans backing up an allstar.
“I thought I should prove myself before taking any offer long term,” Nwaba said. “I chose the one year and bet on myself.”
Be nice if the Cavs had someone who could win long rebounds when they played GSW in the finals. Prob too late for that now but a good signing, rising at 25.
Denzel Valentine needs to go to the G-League this bum doesn’t deserve to be in the NBA fire GarPax and Hoiberg for keeping that bum on the roster