NBA D-League Player News
Many NBA Hopefuls Present On NBADL's Hottest Team
As the Rio Grande Valley Vipers continue to rise to the top of the NBA D-League, it's easy to see there are plenty of potential NBA call-ups present on the squad.
NBA Double-Double Talent Can Be Found In D-League
The NBA D-League is normally loaded with talented guards, however, this season a handful of extremely physical and hard-nosed double-double players can be found. Despite being labeled "tweeners" due to their size, NBA teams should take notice.
Two NBADL Coaches Rise in "Coach of the Year" Race
It's easy to recognize the NBADL coaches with the best records as "Coach of the Year" candidates, but two coaches have been leading their teams while dealing with different things along the way. This is what truly propels them into COY consideration.
Travis Leslie Set To Propel Himself Back Into NBA?
One of the key contributors in the Santa Cruz Warriors' ongoing success this season, former Clippers' guard Travis Leslie is making progress and angling himself for an NBA call-up sooner than later.
Who Were The 2013 NBA D-League All-Star Snubs?
The 2013 NBA D-League All-Star selections have been released, check out which players may of been snubbed despite their impressive statistics for the first half of the season.
NBA D-League Reveals Both 2012-13 All-Star Teams
With the 2013 NBADL All-Star Game in Houston less than two weeks away, the D-League unveiled the rosters for both teams.
RU Staff's 2012-13 NBA D-League Midseason Awards
With just about every NBADL team hovering around the 25 game mark, RidiculousUpside.com honors some of the league's standouts with their 2012-13 NBA D-League Midseason Awards.
Former NBA M.V.P. Derrick Rose to Rehab in NBADL?
Former NBA M.V.P Derrick Rose may go on to hit the D-League hardwood as part of his rehab from an ACL injury. If and when he gets there, two other notable NBA veterans won't be any longer.
Scott Machado Signs w/ Rockets Affiliate in NBADL
Scott Machado began this season by impressing Rockets' brass as he spent time with their D-League affiliate. Though Houston has since released him, the guard has made the first step to get back into the fold. He signed a contract with the RGV Vipers.
Coach Reggie Theus Has The D-Fenders Back On Track
First year NBA D-League head coach Reggie Theus has experienced limited success in the first half of this season, but with a rising confidence from his group of players, and a further understanding of the NBADL by Theus, L.A. is ready for a run.
SB Nation's Solid NBA D-League Content This Week
As the month of January comes to a close and February begins, here's a look at some of the better NBA D-League content on SB Nation from the month's final week.
Former Cuse' Players Tearing It Up In The D-League
Andy Rautins' 27-point effort on 8-11 shooting from beyond the 3-point arc Monday, is just another top performance in the NBA D-League from a former Syracuse player. Former Orange players have seemingly been killing it all season in the NBADL.
What Would Signing Allen Iverson Mean For NBADL?
Known for hosting former NBA first-round draft choices over the years, the Texas Legends are reportedly at it again. The Mavs'' affiliate is now attempting to reel in future Hall of Famer Allen Iverson. What does that mean for the rest of the league?
Will Celtics Look to NBADL To Replace Rajon Rondo?
The Boston Celtics now have a void to fill during the forthcoming absence of Rajon Rondo. Will the team opt to look to the NBA D-League for a potential replacement?
Chris Johnson to Stick With Timberwolves For Year?
After spending training camp with the Timberwolves this past fall, former NBADL forward Chris Johnson has rejoined the Timberwolves in wake of a barrage of injuries. With minutes to be had, Johnson is making the most of his chance & may stick around.
Sloan & Company Leading Skyforce's Recent Charge
After losing top prospects Jarvis Varnado & Andrew Goudelock, the Sioux Falls Skyforce have retooled a bit and appear back on track. Currently riding a 4 game winning streak, SFS has received a boost from the likes of Donald Sloan & Demetris Nichols.
Rasual Butler Shooting Lights Out in NBA D-League
Becoming the most recent notable NBA veteran to hit the NBADL hardwood, Rasual Butler is now donning a Tulsa 66ers' uniform. After struggling with Toronto last season, will his success in Tulsa be enough to convince NBA teams to take a chance on him?
Who Are The D-League's Top Defensive Players?
Every team can use a defensive stopper, or a player who swarms to the ball and can effectively annoy their opponent. Some impressive talent can be found in the NBA D-League in regard to these skills, all awaiting a coveted Call-Up.
Freakishly Athletic Forward Looking to Join NBADL
After previously displaying his athletic prowess overseas in Greece this season, University of Rhode Island alum Orion Outerbridge has returned home and is hoping to catch on with a team in the NBA D-League to continue what's been a stellar season.
Jerel McNeal Rising Through the NBA D-League Ranks
Earlier this season, Jerel McNeal provided a spark off the bench for the Bakersfield Jam while backing up Suns' assignee Kendall Marshall. With Marshall back in Phoenix, McNeal has begun to rise up as a starring attraction in the NBADL this month.
Dallas Mavericks' NBADL Affiliate to Sign 2 Vets?
After previously welcoming NBA vets Chris Douglas-Roberts and Mike James to town this season, the Texas Legends now appear set to bring a new wealth of big league experience in the form of Rashad McCants and Delonte West.
Damion James Returns to NBADL After Stint w/ Nets
After playing out a ten-day contract w/ the Brooklyn Nets, third-year forward Damion James will rejoin the Bakersfield Jam and once again embark on the D-League grind. After returning to the NBADL relatively quickly, will James see another shot soon?
D-League Alum Leuer & Selby Swapped in NBA Trade
In what was almost purely nothing more but a salary dump, the Memphis Grizzlies and Cleveland Cavaliers swapped two NBA D-League alum. Will Jon Leuer and Josh Selby receive more playing time on their new teams?
Matt Dickey Steps Into Role w/ NBADL Texas Legends
NBA veteran Mike James parlayed a short short in the D-League into a gig with the Dallas Mavericks. With a void to fill in the Texas Legends' backcourt, the organization has looked to Matt Dickey, a young gun who has looked impressive early on.
Looking At SB Nation's Best NBADL Posts This Week
This past week, there's been a good amount of D-League related content on SB Nation with regard to call-ups, assignments, game recaps, and more. Take a look below at some of the better posts from around the network over the past few days.
Tony Taylor: The Ideal D-League Prospect
After working out for NBA teams this past summer, point guard Tony Taylor Jr. went on to join the NBADL this season. Emerging as a key contributor for the 66ers so far, Taylor has thrived as floor general of the team's bevy of NBA-level talent.
RU Names Its 2013 All-NBA D-League Showcase Team
The array of promising talent in the minors went to work this week as they all strutted their stuff in front of NBA executives during the Showcase. RidiculousUpside.com examines the week's top performers, naming our 2013 All-NBADL Showcase Team.
JaJuan Johnson A Strong NBADL Call-Up Possibility?
With Jon Leuer recalled by the Cavaliers earlier this week, former NBA first round selection JaJuan Johnson has an opportunity to shine for the Canton Charge and potentially earn himself a call-up of his own.
NBADL Rookie Compares His Potential to Bruce Bowen
It's easy for players with past NBA experience to make headlines in the D-League. In the case of a first-year player like Bakersfield Jam swingman James Nunnally, however, seeing is believing. The more minutes he receives, the better he proves to be.
Ben Uzoh's Story Helps Paint Showcase Picture
Former member of the Nets, Cavaliers, and Raptors, Ben Uzoh was with his current squad the Springfield Armor (Brooklyn Nets NBA D-League affiliate) as he and the entire NBA D-League left their mark on Reno, Nevada for the NBA D-League Showcase.
Veteran-Like Play to Propel Russell Back to NBA?
Walker Russell Jr's basketball journey hit an all-time high as a member of the Pistons last season. Now back in the D-League, the 30 year old hopes his savvy veteran-like playmaking skills will be enough to propel him back into the NBA once again.
D-League 3-Point And Slam Dunk Contests Impress
On Day 3 of the NBA D-League Showcase, the 3-point and slam dunk competitions took place and provided a nice break in the jam packed 4-day schedule of games. Andy Rautins and Dominique Sutton of the Tulsa 66ers stood out above the rest.