NBA Free Agent News
A Refresher on International Star Bobby Brown
Though they've been intrigued by NBADL champion Toure Murry this week, the Knicks opted to also hold a free agent workout in Las Vegas with international star guard Bobby Brown.
Former NBADLer Marvin Phillips Stars in Canada
After becoming known as one of the more efficient rebounders in the NBA D-League, Marvin Phillips ventured to Canada this past season to take the NBL by storm. He succeeded, with his efforts highlighted by multiple honors and a league championship.
Knicks No Longer Considering West as NBADL Option?
According to The New York Times, if and when the Knicks consider signing a player from the NBA D-League, Delonte West isn't likely to be among them.
Source: Chris Quinn To Sign in NBA With Cavaliers
Opting earlier this year to don a D-League jersey in hopes of embarking on an NBA comeback, Chris Quinn's big break has appeared to have come. Sources tell RidiculousUpside.com the 66ers' guard will sign with the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Delonte West Poised to Make NBA D-League Debut?
After over a month of speculation, reports say Delonte West will make his NBA D-League debut this weekend. Will a fellow NBA vet join him on the Texas Legends sometime soon as well?
Will Shelvin Mack Stick With the Atlanta Hawks?
After emerging as a D-League All-Star, Shelvin Mack now joins his third NBA team of the season. He'll hope to stick around with the Atlanta Hawks for longer than his ten-day contract states.
John Lucas & Family Full of NBA D-League Advocates
As his dad continues to train NBADL athletes, Jai Lucas eyes the D-League hardwood as his stage to get some recognition of his own. His brother, Raptors' guard John Lucas III, is also a minor league alumni.
Sloan Rises To Number One On NBADL Prospect List
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.
Ryan Rossiter Making Strides For Canton Charge
Since being selected by the Canton Charge in last fall's NBADL Draft, Ryan Rossiter has emerged as a recent starter in his team's lineup. The forward's gritty efforts have assisted his team in rising to the top of their division.
How Long Until Samardo Samuels Returns to the NBA?
Despite logging solid minutes with the Cleveland Cavaliers over parts of the past three seasons, Samardo Samuels was cut loose last month. Since, he's been making progress with the Reno Bighorns of the NBA D-League.
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.
Will NBA Vet Michael Finley Consider the D-League?
After watching fellow NBA veterans use the D-League as their bridge back to The Association, will Michael Finley soon consider the minor league in his own comeback efforts as well?
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?
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?
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.
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.
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.
Goudelock Poised for an NBA Call-Up Rather Soon?
Andrew Goudelock showed promise as NBA rookie with the Lakers last season, but found himself cut & ventured out to the NBADL anyway. So far taking the minor league by storm, Goudelock hopes he's more poised for a call-up since joining the RGV Vipers.
Ronald Dupree in NBADL Hoping For Another NBA Shot
NBA veteran Mike James parlayed a quick D-League stint into an NBA gig for the second year in a row this week. Journeyman Ronald Dupree is back in the NBADL too, all the while hoping for a call-up of his own. The vet sat down with RU for a Q&A.
Solomon Alabi Ready To Help Get Wins And A Call-Up
Last season Solomon Alabi relished in the opportunity to play 40 minutes of the Toronto Raptors final regular season game. Now, Alabi is ready to help the NBA D-League's struggling Idaho Stampede and hopefully land another shot with an NBA team.
Should Patrick Ewing Jr. Return To The D-League?
Patrick Ewing Jr. reached an agreement with Telekom Baskets Bonn to break his contract, with his desire of a return to the NBA, the former Georgetown Hoya should entertain another stint in the D-League.
Chris Douglas-Roberts Called Up to NBA By Mavs
Chris Douglas-Roberts has emerged as one of the most dominant offensive players to ever grace the NBADL hardwood. Defying the odds, CDR has proven efficient scoring can also get you an NBA call-up, as the Mavericks are set to give him another shot.
James Looking to Standout Amongst Other Talents
A former first-round draft pick in the NBA, Damion James is filling up the stat-sheet for the Bakersfield Jam as he fights for another shot. Will the assignees from other NBA teams outshine him enough to limit his own potential opportunities?
Morris Almond Returns to D-League W/ Iowa Energy
Morris Almond is a talented scorer, who most recently spent time in the NBA with the Wizards. He's now back in the NBADL on a quest to get back to The Association. Can he prove his skill set is versatile enough to stick around this time?
What's Holding D.J. Kennedy Back From NBA Success?
Despite catching on with the Cavaliers at the end of last season, BayHawks' guard D.J. Kennedy has watched other prospect reach the NBA by doing all the little things. Such a standard is one the Red Storm alum should follow as he aims for the NBA.
Five NBA Veterans Playing In D-League This Season
The NBADL is all about providing young and promising players a stage for them to strut their stuff, but every now and then, an NBA vet swoops in to make his own impression. Here's a look at five notable veterans currently playing in the minors.
Waived by Rockets, Gary Forbes Heads to China
After failing to stick around in Houston with the Rockets, Gary Forbes has cashed in on a deal in China, but hopes to return stateside later this season to provide an NBA team with a boost off the bench in time for the playoffs.
Will Hudson Use NBADL Successfully to Reach NBA?
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.
Chris Douglas-Roberts Scores 49 in NBADL Debut
Despite previously proving himself a steady NBA role player, Chris Douglas-Roberts now finds himself in the D-League as he fights for another shot. With a 49 point effort in his preseason debut, he began to show NBA teams what they're missing out on.
Will Luther Head Get Proper Shot in NBA D-League?
Six-year NBA veteran Luther Head returned to Austin for a second season with the Toros in the D-League. But as Head eyes a return to The Association, he may end up getting overshadowed by the team's younger guards with more promise & upside than him.
Will Juan Dixon Use NBADL to Propel an NBA Return?
After watching Antoine Walker and Antonio Daniels headline the array of estranged NBA veterans using the D-League to carve a way back into The Association, could former Wizards guard Juan Dixon also use the minors as his pathway?