After spending time overseas, Demetris Nichols has returned stateside in an attempt to earn another shot in the NBA. His most recent success in the D-League suggests that may now may be his most opportune time.
After stints with the Cavaliers and Hornets, Donald Sloan has returned to the NBADL. His strong play and ability to lead the Skyforce has elevated him to number one overall on NBA D-League Prospect List.
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.
Though he's now in his third NBA season, Dexter Pittman has yet to be given much of a chance with the Miami Heat. He'll once again strut his stuff with the Sioux Falls Skyforce in the NBADL, all the while hoping to start turning some heads.
The tables have turned and the former head blogger for Ridiculous Upside - Scott Schroeder - braved the hot seat to answer a few questions about his new role with the Sioux Falls Skyforce.
After watching many former NBA journeymen fail to successfully use the NBADL to get back into the NBA, Mike James soared as he used a stint in the minors to catch on with Chicago. This season, Skyforce guard Troy Hudson should use James' blueprint.
With many NBA squads treating their respective D-League affiliates as extensions of their franchise, the Philadelphia 76ers are reportedly in talks to purchase and bring the Utah Flash back into the minor league fold.
Ever since the NBA lockout began, I was quite pessimistic regarding the fate of the D-League this season. If Tuesday's news is any indication, however, that pessimism wasn't warranted.
A recap of last night's action in the NBA D-League.
Yesterday, the Fort Wayne Mad Ants traded PG David bailey for the Sioux Falls Skyforce's Carl Elliott. Here are some thoughts on the trade and the two players involved and how they fit in with both teams.
