There are an array of players in the D-League who can help fill out an NBA team's roster. But is the league now housing two future starters for a contender? Fab Melo & Kris Joseph may be the Celtics' long-term solutions to replacing two aging stars.
The Santa Cruz Warriors are entering the D-League with an abundance of promising talent. The NBA Warriors will surely to want to monitor this minor league affiliate quite closely, as a number of prospects have the potential to climb the NBA ladder.
Let loose by the New York Knicks following the completion of training camp, John Shurna is now weighing his options for what comes next. The sharpshooter's agent says his client is currently weighting overseas options and may also look to the NBADL.
After spending two seasons with the NBA championship contending Spurs, James Anderson now finds himself thrust onto the Rio Grande Valley Vipers' roster in the D-League. He will now have to work his way back as he eyes a return to The Association.
After spending his rookie year w/ the Knicks in 2010-11, Syracuse alum Andy Rautins has returned to play stateside following a stint overseas. The guard is set to join the Tulsa 66ers of the D-League as he proves he deserves another shot in the NBA.
Signed by the Mavericks just this past Saturday, NBA vet Chris Douglas-Roberts was subsequently waived the very next day. Could this all be part of a master plan by Dallas to have CDR play for their D-League affiliate, the Texas Legends?
Fort Wayne Mad Ants Coach Steve Gansey should get another season to prove his ability to coach and lead a team.
Take a look at some hidden talent in the NBA D-League. Tory Jackson, Brandon Ewing, Juan Pattillo, Kyle Goldcamp, and Dante Milligan are top contributors to their teams.
The Fort Wayne Mad Ants revamped their roster with Ben McCauley and Kevin Coble from the NBA D-League player pool. Sonderleiter & Rojas waived due to injury. Tisdale left for personal reasons.
