VJ Edgecombe Declares For 2025 NBA Draft

Chris Fedor reports that Darius Garland of the Cavs is officially OUT for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Pacers due to a left great toe sprain. In his absence, Sam Merrill will start, having filled that role in previous games. Despite concerns about Garland's impact, the Cavs recently swept the Heat, with some speculation on whether their performance improved without him on the court. Full Article

Two candidates, Calvin Booth and Monte McNair, interviewed this week to replace the recently ousted Atlanta Hawks GM Landry Fields, according to league sources. The dismissal of Fields surprised many within the organization, as he was well-regarded, and it also coincided with the departure of VP of Pro Personnel Grant Liffmann. The Hawks announced Fields' firing and the hiring of Onsi Saleh as GM while searching for a new president of basketball operations. Full Article

The Boston Celtics swept the New York Knicks in the regular season series, with an average score of 125-109, raising questions about playoff outcomes as both teams contend with injuries. Game 1 kicks off on May 5 at 7 p.m. ET, followed by a schedule that includes almost every other day of play. Key players to watch include Karl-Anthony Towns for the Knicks and Jalen Brunson, as the Celtics aim to exploit defensive weaknesses, with...

If the Knicks reach the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time in 25 years, they will do so as underdogs against the reigning champion Boston Celtics. Despite the Celtics' dominance in their four regular-season matchups, Knicks guard Josh Hart emphasizes the team's focus on internal confidence rather than external doubts. To succeed, the Knicks must improve their three-point shooting and handle the Celtics' skillful play, as they have struggled against elite teams this season,...

The Los Angeles Clippers' first-round elimination by the Denver Nuggets was not a failure, as they exceeded expectations by finishing the season with a 50-32 record, despite doubts surrounding key players like Paul George and Kawhi Leonard. Notable performances, especially from center Ivica Zubac and a resurgent James Harden, highlighted their strong defensive focus and resilience, exemplified in a significant comeback against the San Antonio Spurs. As they head into the offseason, the Clippers aim...