Monthly Archives: October 2018

Thunder Andre Roberson to miss two more months after knee setback

The Oklahoma City Thunder enter the 2018-19 season with high expectations, especially on the heels of Paul George’s decision to remain with the franchise moving forward. While things weren’t always rosy last season, the Thunder enjoyed flashes of brilliance and, with the trio of George, Russell Westbrook and Steven Adams in the fold, it is…
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Heat pushing Wolves to accept revised offer for Buttler

The Miami Heat "were making significant progress" on a deal for disgruntled Minnesota Timberwolves star Jimmy Butler this week before trade talks hit a snag after the T-Wolves attempted to change the terms, according to Marc Stein of the New York Times. Stein noted there is not currently a third team involved in trade talks between Miami and Minnesota. ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski previously…
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Dirk Nowitzki still hasn’t practice due to ankle injury

Nowitzki (ankle) has not participated in practice thus far, Eddie Sefko of The Dallas Morning News reports. According to coach Rick Carlisle, "[Nowitzki] hasn't been on the floor yet. He's doing gradually better. I don't know that there's any reason to talk about anything until next week at the earliest." "This is weeks, not days, as…
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Le’Veon Bell set to report to Steelers during week 7-8 time frame

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le’Veon Bell told ESPN he is playing football in 2018 and does not expect to be traded. In fact, he still has hope the team will re-sign him to a long-term contract once his franchise tag is up. Bell is staying away from the team to preserve his body, but a source said Bell…
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Bengals’ Tyler Eifert with broken ankle

Cincinnati Bengals tight end Tyler Eifert has such bad luck. Eifert is one of the best tight ends in the NFL when healthy -- a Pro Bowl-caliber player. But he just can't manage to stay on the field. Eifert sustained what appeared to be yet another serious injury Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons. After catching a pass from Andy Dalton early in the…
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