French teenagers Zaccharie Risacher (Hawks), Alex Sarr (Wizards) and Tidjane Salaün (Hornets), who were selected first, second and sixth overall in June’s draft, have gotten off to slow starts to begin their NBA careers, per John Hollinger of The Athletic. Risacher (.354/.238/.583 shooting line) and Sarr (.297/.238/.833) are struggling with offensive efficiency, while Salaün … [Read more...] about International Notes: French Rookies, Yao, Mannion, Larkin, More
Wizards Sign RayJ Dennis To Two-Way Deal
OCTOBER 19: Dennis’ deal with the Wizards is now official, per a press release from the team. Washington didn’t confirm which player was waived to open up a spot for Dennis, but will likely announce one or more cuts at some point today. OCTOBER 18: The Wizards have reached an agreement on a two-way contract with undrafted rookie guard RayJ Dennis, league sources tell Michael … [Read more...] about Wizards Sign RayJ Dennis To Two-Way Deal
Southeast Notes: Banchero, Hawks, Kuzma, Coulibaly, Wizards, Hornets
The Magic are off to a strong 3-1 start this season, led by forward Paolo Banchero, who ranks first on the team in points (28.5 PPG) and assists (6.0 APG) and second in rebounds (9.3 RPG). Banchero filled up the stat sheet on Monday in the best game of his career, compiling 50 points, 13 rebounds, and nine assists in a narrow home victory over Indiana. The 21-year-old became … [Read more...] about Southeast Notes: Banchero, Hawks, Kuzma, Coulibaly, Wizards, Hornets
Wizards Won’t Exercise Options On Davis, Baldwin
The Wizards have decided not to exercise their 2025/26 team options for guard Johnny Davis and forward Patrick Baldwin Jr., a league source tells Josh Robbins of The Athletic. Rather than having the fourth-year salaries in their respective rookie scale contracts become guaranteed, Davis and Baldwin will be on track to become unrestricted free agents in July 2025, assuming they … [Read more...] about Wizards Won’t Exercise Options On Davis, Baldwin
Southeast Notes: Coulibaly, Sarr, Hornets, Bogdanovic, Magic
Bilal Coulibaly‘s improved ball-handling didn’t earn him a significant role with the French Olympic team, but it’s paying off for the Wizards, writes Chase Hughes of Monumental Sports Network. The second-year forward has already set career highs with six assists and 23 points in the first two games, and he looks to be an important part of the rebuilding project in … [Read more...] about Southeast Notes: Coulibaly, Sarr, Hornets, Bogdanovic, Magic