The NBA Development League might not be doing the best job its ever done as far as helping players develop their skills, but the NBA is definitely benefiting from the ability to sign players that have stayed in shape while showcasing their talents in the D-League this season.
The Golden State Warriors are expected to call-up rookie Keith Benson from the D-League's Sioux Falls Skyforce, Ridiculous Upside has confirmed.
The Spurs plan to sign dynamic guard Justin Dentmon to a 10-day contract, according to a league source. San Antonio traded for the former Washington Huskies standout prior to the season and it's paid off.
Mickell Gladness will sign a 10-day contract with the Golden State Warriors on Thursday, according to a source with knowledge of the deal. Gladness began the season with the D-League's Dakota Wizards before earning a training camp invite with the Miami Heat following the NBA lockout.
Gerald Green was a bit of a pariah in NBA circles prior to his call-up to the New Jersey Nets, toiling away in the NBA Development League with the Los Angeles D-Fenders while trying to prove he wasn't the same player that unceremoniously exited the league a few years ago as a player that seemed like he just didn't "get it."
The Washington Wizards plan to call-up Edwin Ubiles from the NBA D-League's Dakota Wizards.
With the NBA trade deadline possibly opening up some roster spots, we take a look at the best D-League prospects.
Gerald Green and Bobby Simmons reportedly both received good news during their extended break as the former NBA players are now headed back to the league they played in several seasons ago. Green will sign with the New Jersey Nets while Bobby Simmons has signed with the Los Angeles Clippers, Ridiculous Upside has confirmed (Sam Amico and Marc Stein, respectively, were first to report the call-ups).
The Cleveland Cavaliers signed Manny Harris to a 10-day contract on Tuesday morning following the Canton Charge wing being named the NBA Development League's Player Performer of the Week on Monday. It's a move that makes sense, I guess, but it certainly isn't inspiring.
Eric Dawson was called up to the San Antonio Spurs on Monday. It's a call-up the NBA Development League should hang its hat on.
