Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland sustained a left eye injury in the Cavaliers season opener at Toronto on Wednesday night. Garland missed the remainder of the game versus the Raptors. Additional examination at the Cleveland Clinic Cole Eye Institute today revealed no structural damage. Surgery was not required. Garland will be re-evaluated over the next … Continue reading "Cavaliers guard Darius Garland out with eye injury"
Longtime NBA official Tony Brown passed away today surrounded by his family, friends and fellow officials after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 55. “We are and have been sustained by the consistent outpouring of love and support through this journey in developing strength, acceptance and peace,” said Tony’s wife, Tina Brown. “We … Continue reading "Longtime NBA referee Tony Brown has passed away at age 55"
The Portland Trail Blazers have signed forward John Butler Jr. to a two-way contract. Butler, 7-1, appeared in four summer league games for the New Orleans Pelicans in 2022 and averaged 8.5 points (75.0% FG, 66.7 3-PT%, 57.1 FT%), 3.8 rebounds and 1.0 blocks in 16.7 minutes per game. In a matchup against Oklahoma City … Continue reading "Trail Blazers sign John Butler Jr. to a two-way contract"
