Rival teams expect the Celtics to&nbsp;be open to talks around guard Dennis Schr&ouml;der, who inked a one-year deal with Boston in the offseason but has had a strong season that likely prices him out of a potential re-signing.
Source: Shams Charania/The Athletic

Rival teams expect the Celtics to&nbsp;be open to talks around guard Dennis Schr&ouml;der, who inked a one-year deal with Boston in the offseason but has had a strong season that likely prices him out of a potential re-signing.
Source: <a href="https://theathletic.com/3011544/2021/12/13/optimism-for-a-kyrie-irving-return-the-latest-on-ben-simmons-trade-talks-and-more-nba-news-and-notes-inside-pass/">Shams Charania/The Athletic</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;

Rival teams expect the Celtics to&nbsp;be open to talks around guard Dennis Schr&ouml;der, who inked a one-year deal with Boston in the offseason but has had a strong season that likely prices him out of a potential re-signing.
Source: <a href="https://theathletic.com/3011544/2021/12/13/optimism-for-a-kyrie-irving-return-the-latest-on-ben-simmons-trade-talks-and-more-nba-news-and-notes-inside-pass/">Shams Charania/The Athletic</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;Schr&ouml;der signed a&nbsp;

Rival teams expect the Celtics to&nbsp;be open to talks around guard Dennis Schr&ouml;der, who inked a one-year deal with Boston in the offseason but has had a strong season that likely prices him out of a potential re-signing.
Source: <a href="https://theathletic.com/3011544/2021/12/13/optimism-for-a-kyrie-irving-return-the-latest-on-ben-simmons-trade-talks-and-more-nba-news-and-notes-inside-pass/">Shams Charania/The Athletic</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;Schr&ouml;der signed a $5.89 million contract with the Celtics. He's currently averaging&nbsp;

Rival teams expect the Celtics to&nbsp;be open to talks around guard Dennis Schr&ouml;der, who inked a one-year deal with Boston in the offseason but has had a strong season that likely prices him out of a potential re-signing.
Source: <a href="https://theathletic.com/3011544/2021/12/13/optimism-for-a-kyrie-irving-return-the-latest-on-ben-simmons-trade-talks-and-more-nba-news-and-notes-inside-pass/">Shams Charania/The Athletic</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;Schr&ouml;der signed a $5.89 million contract with the Celtics. He's currently averaging 17.5 points, 4.9 assists and 3.6 rebounds per game as he shifts between a starting and sixth-man role due to injuries.&nbsp;

Rival teams expect the Celtics to&nbsp;be open to talks around guard Dennis Schr&ouml;der, who inked a one-year deal with Boston in the offseason but has had a strong season that likely prices him out of a potential re-signing.
Source: <a href="https://theathletic.com/3011544/2021/12/13/optimism-for-a-kyrie-irving-return-the-latest-on-ben-simmons-trade-talks-and-more-nba-news-and-notes-inside-pass/">Shams Charania/The Athletic</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;Schr&ouml;der signed a $5.89 million contract with the Celtics. He's currently averaging 17.5 points, 4.9 assists and 3.6 rebounds per game as he shifts between a starting and sixth-man role due to injuries.&nbsp; The Celtics are&nbsp;

Rival teams expect the Celtics to&nbsp;be open to talks around guard Dennis Schr&ouml;der, who inked a one-year deal with Boston in the offseason but has had a strong season that likely prices him out of a potential re-signing.
Source: <a href="https://theathletic.com/3011544/2021/12/13/optimism-for-a-kyrie-irving-return-the-latest-on-ben-simmons-trade-talks-and-more-nba-news-and-notes-inside-pass/">Shams Charania/The Athletic</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;Schr&ouml;der signed a $5.89 million contract with the Celtics. He's currently averaging 17.5 points, 4.9 assists and 3.6 rebounds per game as he shifts between a starting and sixth-man role due to injuries.&nbsp; The Celtics are on a three-game losing skid and&nbsp;

Rival teams expect the Celtics to&nbsp;be open to talks around guard Dennis Schr&ouml;der, who inked a one-year deal with Boston in the offseason but has had a strong season that likely prices him out of a potential re-signing.
Source: <a href="https://theathletic.com/3011544/2021/12/13/optimism-for-a-kyrie-irving-return-the-latest-on-ben-simmons-trade-talks-and-more-nba-news-and-notes-inside-pass/">Shams Charania/The Athletic</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;Schr&ouml;der signed a $5.89 million contract with the Celtics. He's currently averaging 17.5 points, 4.9 assists and 3.6 rebounds per game as he shifts between a starting and sixth-man role due to injuries.&nbsp; The Celtics are on a three-game losing skid and sit 13-14 on the season.

Schroder is currently averaging 17.5 points, 4.9 assists and 3.6 rebounds per game.

Celtics expected to listen to trade talks surrounding Dennis Schröder

The New York Knicks,&nbsp;Los Angeles Lakers,&nbsp;Minnesota Timberwolves,&nbsp;Portland Trail Blazers,&nbsp;Sacramento Kings,&nbsp;Indiana Pacers&nbsp;and&nbsp;Cleveland Cavaliers&nbsp;are among the teams interested in Simmons, sources said, although it&rsquo;s unclear how much traction Philadelphia truly has on any move.
Source: Shams Charania/The Athletic

The New York Knicks,&nbsp;Los Angeles Lakers,&nbsp;Minnesota Timberwolves,&nbsp;Portland Trail Blazers,&nbsp;Sacramento Kings,&nbsp;Indiana Pacers&nbsp;and&nbsp;Cleveland Cavaliers&nbsp;are among the teams interested in Simmons, sources said, although it&rsquo;s unclear how much traction Philadelphia truly has on any move.
Source: <a href="https://theathletic.com/3011544/2021/12/13/optimism-for-a-kyrie-irving-return-the-latest-on-ben-simmons-trade-talks-and-more-nba-news-and-notes-inside-pass/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Shams Charania/The Athletic</a>

The New York Knicks,&nbsp;Los Angeles Lakers,&nbsp;Minnesota Timberwolves,&nbsp;Portland Trail Blazers,&nbsp;Sacramento Kings,&nbsp;Indiana Pacers&nbsp;and&nbsp;Cleveland Cavaliers&nbsp;are among the teams interested in Simmons, sources said, although it&rsquo;s unclear how much traction Philadelphia truly has on any move.
Source: <a href="https://theathletic.com/3011544/2021/12/13/optimism-for-a-kyrie-irving-return-the-latest-on-ben-simmons-trade-talks-and-more-nba-news-and-notes-inside-pass/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Shams Charania/The Athletic</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;

The New York Knicks,&nbsp;Los Angeles Lakers,&nbsp;Minnesota Timberwolves,&nbsp;Portland Trail Blazers,&nbsp;Sacramento Kings,&nbsp;Indiana Pacers&nbsp;and&nbsp;Cleveland Cavaliers&nbsp;are among the teams interested in Simmons, sources said, although it&rsquo;s unclear how much traction Philadelphia truly has on any move.
Source: <a href="https://theathletic.com/3011544/2021/12/13/optimism-for-a-kyrie-irving-return-the-latest-on-ben-simmons-trade-talks-and-more-nba-news-and-notes-inside-pass/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Shams Charania/The Athletic</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;Charania adds that&nbsp;

The New York Knicks,&nbsp;Los Angeles Lakers,&nbsp;Minnesota Timberwolves,&nbsp;Portland Trail Blazers,&nbsp;Sacramento Kings,&nbsp;Indiana Pacers&nbsp;and&nbsp;Cleveland Cavaliers&nbsp;are among the teams interested in Simmons, sources said, although it&rsquo;s unclear how much traction Philadelphia truly has on any move.
Source: <a href="https://theathletic.com/3011544/2021/12/13/optimism-for-a-kyrie-irving-return-the-latest-on-ben-simmons-trade-talks-and-more-nba-news-and-notes-inside-pass/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Shams Charania/The Athletic</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;Charania adds that the Sixers are looking for "an All-Star-caliber player and/or multiple first-round draft picks" in any trade involving Simmons.&nbsp;

The New York Knicks,&nbsp;Los Angeles Lakers,&nbsp;Minnesota Timberwolves,&nbsp;Portland Trail Blazers,&nbsp;Sacramento Kings,&nbsp;Indiana Pacers&nbsp;and&nbsp;Cleveland Cavaliers&nbsp;are among the teams interested in Simmons, sources said, although it&rsquo;s unclear how much traction Philadelphia truly has on any move.
Source: <a href="https://theathletic.com/3011544/2021/12/13/optimism-for-a-kyrie-irving-return-the-latest-on-ben-simmons-trade-talks-and-more-nba-news-and-notes-inside-pass/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Shams Charania/The Athletic</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;Charania adds that the Sixers are looking for "an All-Star-caliber player and/or multiple first-round draft picks" in any trade involving Simmons. The star point guard has still not suited up for the team yet this season. All of the above teams mentioned are on various&nbsp;

The New York Knicks,&nbsp;Los Angeles Lakers,&nbsp;Minnesota Timberwolves,&nbsp;Portland Trail Blazers,&nbsp;Sacramento Kings,&nbsp;Indiana Pacers&nbsp;and&nbsp;Cleveland Cavaliers&nbsp;are among the teams interested in Simmons, sources said, although it&rsquo;s unclear how much traction Philadelphia truly has on any move.
Source: <a href="https://theathletic.com/3011544/2021/12/13/optimism-for-a-kyrie-irving-return-the-latest-on-ben-simmons-trade-talks-and-more-nba-news-and-notes-inside-pass/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Shams Charania/The Athletic</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;Charania adds that the Sixers are looking for "an All-Star-caliber player and/or multiple first-round draft picks" in any trade involving Simmons. The star point guard has still not suited up for the team yet this season. All of the above teams mentioned are in various spots on the playoff bubble, and Simmons' addition could pay dividends for a franchise looking to assert their place as contenders.

Simmons has still not played with the team or practiced with them in recent weeks.

Knicks, Lakers among several teams pursuing Ben Simmons trade

There is renewed optimism around All-NBA guard Kyrie Irving returning to the Brooklyn Nets this season, sources tell The Athletic.
It's unclear whether Irving would get vaccinated in order to meet New York City's requirement to return, or if Brooklyn would allow him to play road games and practice at home. Sources have indicated a renewed belief that Irving could play this season after all.
Source: Shams Charania/The Athletic

There is renewed optimism around All-NBA guard Kyrie Irving returning to the Brooklyn Nets this season, sources tell The Athletic.
It's unclear whether Irving would get vaccinated in order to meet New York City's requirement to return, or if Brooklyn would allow him to play road games and practice at home. Sources have indicated a renewed belief that Irving could play this season after all.
Source: <a href="https://theathletic.com/news/kyrie-irving-nets-have-renewed-optimism-around-his-return-to-team-this-season-sources/G7996ZteqarA/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Shams Charania/The Athletic</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;Irving currently needs at least one COVID-19 vaccine shot to be eligible to participate in Nets home games. The team decided in the fall that if Irving could not participate at home, he would also not play on the road. The star guard has not played at all this season. Charania writes that there is no evidence of New York City lifting its mandate; in fact,&nbsp;

There is renewed optimism around All-NBA guard Kyrie Irving returning to the Brooklyn Nets this season, sources tell The Athletic.
It's unclear whether Irving would get vaccinated in order to meet New York City's requirement to return, or if Brooklyn would allow him to play road games and practice at home. Sources have indicated a renewed belief that Irving could play this season after all.
Source: <a href="https://theathletic.com/news/kyrie-irving-nets-have-renewed-optimism-around-his-return-to-team-this-season-sources/G7996ZteqarA/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Shams Charania/The Athletic</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;Irving currently needs at least one COVID-19 vaccine shot to be eligible to participate in Nets home games. The team decided in the fall that if Irving could not participate at home, he would also not play on the road. 
The star guard has not played at all this season. Charania writes that there is no evidence of New York City lifting its mandate; in fact, on Dec. 27, Irving will instead need at least two doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines.

Irving has not competed in a game for Brooklyn this season due to his unvaccinated status.

'Renewed optimism' exists for potential Kyrie Irving return this season

Chicago Bulls star Zach LaVine has entered into Covid protocols, sources tell ESPN.
Source: Adrian Wojnarowski/ESPN

Chicago Bulls star Zach LaVine has entered into Covid protocols, sources tell ESPN.
Source: <a href="https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1470083106623434760" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Adrian Wojnarowski/ESPN</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;According to Wojnarowski, the Bulls are down to just nine eligible players in advance of their next contest against the Detroit Pistons. Stanley Johnson, who the team acquired via the hardship exception as a replacement player, is also in health and safety protocols.&nbsp;

Chicago Bulls star Zach LaVine has entered into Covid protocols, sources tell ESPN.
Source: <a href="https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1470083106623434760" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Adrian Wojnarowski/ESPN</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;According to Wojnarowski, the Bulls are down to just nine eligible players in advance of their next contest against the Detroit Pistons. Stanley Johnson, who the team acquired via the hardship exception as a replacement player, is also in health and safety protocols. Chicago must have eight eligible for when they play the Pistons Tuesday, which could pressure the league

Chicago Bulls star Zach LaVine has entered into Covid protocols, sources tell ESPN.
Source: <a href="https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1470083106623434760" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Adrian Wojnarowski/ESPN</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;According to Wojnarowski, the Bulls are down to just nine eligible players in advance of their next contest against the Detroit Pistons. Stanley Johnson, who the team acquired via the hardship exception as a replacement player, is also in health and safety protocols. Chicago must have eight eligible for when they play the Pistons Tuesday, and if not, it could force the league to postpone games for the first time this season.

The Bulls are down to just nine eligible players in advance of their next contest against the Detroit Pistons.

Zach LaVine enters NBA health and safety protocols

With almost 85% of players in the NBA becoming available for trade next week, momentum is beginning to gather around a looming Ben Simmons trade finally occuring.
<a href="https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1469418952136835085" target="_blank" rel="noopener">According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski and and Zach Lowe</a>, more teams are beginning to engage the Philadelphia 76ers on potential structures to land the disgruntled All-NBA defender.
Simmons has sat out the entire 2021-22 season thus far, focusing on his mental health before a potential return to the court in Philadelphia. Now, Simmons might be heading out of town within the next week.
The 25-year-old point-forward is a jack of all trades, special at faciliating and creating havoc on defense. Finishing as the runner-up for Defensive Player of the Year last season, Simmons still has some untapped potential in a different situation.
<a href="https://www.basketballnews.com/stories/ben-simmons-sixers-destined-for-a-rare-winwin-breakup" target="_blank" rel="noopener">As BasketballNews.com's Evan Sidery recently wrote on the Simmons saga</a>, this could eventually turn into a true win-win scenario for both sides. Simmons would have an expanded role elsewhere, plus the Sixers retool their roster to better fit alongside Joel Embiid.
In Philadelphia, Simmons has been an integral piece to their rapid rise from "The Process" era. The No. 1 overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft has career averages of 15.9 points, 8.2 assists, 8.1 rebounds, 1.7 steals and 0.7 blocks per game on a 57.9 True Shooting percentage.
Simmons still has four years remaining on his current contract, which would set a new precedent for movement within the Association for star-caliber players. However, with the media-driven drama revolving around Simmons and the Sixers, who knows how much Philadelphia will actually be able to recoup in a forthcoming blockbuster trade.
Stay tuned to BasketballNews.com on this developing news as the Simmons saga could soon be coming to an end.

With almost 85% of NBA players becoming available for trade next week, momentum is beginning to gather around a looming Ben Simmons trade finally occuring.
<a href="https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1469418952136835085" target="_blank" rel="noopener">According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski and and Zach Lowe</a>, more teams are beginning to engage the Philadelphia 76ers on potential structures to land the disgruntled All-NBA defender.
Simmons has sat out the entire 2021-22 season thus far, focusing on his mental health before a potential return to the court in Philadelphia. Now, Simmons might be heading out of town within the next week.
The 25-year-old point-forward is a jack of all trades, special at faciliating and creating havoc on defense. Finishing as the runner-up for Defensive Player of the Year last season, Simmons still has some untapped potential in a different situation.
<a href="https://www.basketballnews.com/stories/ben-simmons-sixers-destined-for-a-rare-winwin-breakup" target="_blank" rel="noopener">As BasketballNews.com's Evan Sidery recently wrote on the Simmons saga</a>, this could eventually turn into a true win-win scenario for both sides. Simmons would have an expanded role elsewhere, plus the Sixers retool their roster to better fit alongside Joel Embiid.
In Philadelphia, Simmons has been an integral piece to their rapid rise from "The Process" era. The No. 1 overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft has career averages of 15.9 points, 8.2 assists, 8.1 rebounds, 1.7 steals and 0.7 blocks per game on a 57.9 True Shooting percentage.
Simmons still has four years remaining on his current contract, which would set a new precedent for movement within the Association for star-caliber players. However, with the media-driven drama revolving around Simmons and the Sixers, who knows how much Philadelphia will actually be able to recoup in a forthcoming blockbuster trade.
Stay tuned to BasketballNews.com on this developing news as the Simmons saga could soon be coming to an end.

With almost 85% of NBA players becoming available for trade next week, the possibility of a Ben Simmons is starting to gather momentum.
<a href="https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1469418952136835085" target="_blank" rel="noopener">According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski and and Zach Lowe</a>, more teams are beginning to engage the Philadelphia 76ers on potential structures to land the disgruntled All-NBA defender.
Simmons has sat out the entire 2021-22 season thus far, focusing on his mental health before a potential return to the court in Philadelphia. Now, Simmons might be heading out of town within the next week.
The 25-year-old point-forward is a jack of all trades, special at faciliating and creating havoc on defense. Finishing as the runner-up for Defensive Player of the Year last season, Simmons still has some untapped potential in a different situation.
<a href="https://www.basketballnews.com/stories/ben-simmons-sixers-destined-for-a-rare-winwin-breakup" target="_blank" rel="noopener">As BasketballNews.com's Evan Sidery recently wrote on the Simmons saga</a>, this could eventually turn into a true win-win scenario for both sides. Simmons would have an expanded role elsewhere, plus the Sixers retool their roster to better fit alongside Joel Embiid.
In Philadelphia, Simmons has been an integral piece to their rapid rise from "The Process" era. The No. 1 overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft has career averages of 15.9 points, 8.2 assists, 8.1 rebounds, 1.7 steals and 0.7 blocks per game on a 57.9 True Shooting percentage.
Simmons still has four years remaining on his current contract, which would set a new precedent for movement within the Association for star-caliber players. However, with the media-driven drama revolving around Simmons and the Sixers, who knows how much Philadelphia will actually be able to recoup in a forthcoming blockbuster trade.
Stay tuned to BasketballNews.com on this developing news as the Simmons saga could soon be coming to an end.

With almost 85% of NBA players becoming available for trade next week, the possibility of a Ben Simmons trade is starting to gather momentum.
<a href="https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1469418952136835085" target="_blank" rel="noopener">According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski and and Zach Lowe</a>, more teams are beginning to engage the Philadelphia 76ers on potential structures to land the disgruntled All-NBA defender.
Simmons has sat out the entire 2021-22 season thus far, focusing on his mental health before a potential return to the court in Philadelphia. Now, Simmons might be heading out of town within the next week.
The 25-year-old point-forward is a jack of all trades, special at faciliating and creating havoc on defense. Finishing as the runner-up for Defensive Player of the Year last season, Simmons still has some untapped potential in a different situation.
<a href="https://www.basketballnews.com/stories/ben-simmons-sixers-destined-for-a-rare-winwin-breakup" target="_blank" rel="noopener">As BasketballNews.com's Evan Sidery recently wrote on the Simmons saga</a>, this could eventually turn into a true win-win scenario for both sides. Simmons would have an expanded role elsewhere, plus the Sixers retool their roster to better fit alongside Joel Embiid.
In Philadelphia, Simmons has been an integral piece to their rapid rise from "The Process" era. The No. 1 overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft has career averages of 15.9 points, 8.2 assists, 8.1 rebounds, 1.7 steals and 0.7 blocks per game on a 57.9 True Shooting percentage.
Simmons still has four years remaining on his current contract, which would set a new precedent for movement within the Association for star-caliber players. However, with the media-driven drama revolving around Simmons and the Sixers, who knows how much Philadelphia will actually be able to recoup in a forthcoming blockbuster trade.
Stay tuned to BasketballNews.com on this developing news as the Simmons saga could soon be coming to an end.

With almost 85% of NBA players becoming available for trade next week, the possibility of a Ben Simmons trade is starting to gather momentum.
<a href="https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1469418952136835085" target="_blank" rel="noopener">According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski and Zach Lowe</a>, more teams are beginning to engage the Philadelphia 76ers on potential structures to land the disgruntled All-NBA defender.
Simmons has sat out the entire 2021-22 season thus far, focusing on his mental health before a potential return to the court in Philadelphia. Now, Simmons might be heading out of town within the next week.
The 25-year-old point-forward is a jack of all trades, special at faciliating and creating havoc on defense. Finishing as the runner-up for Defensive Player of the Year last season, Simmons still has some untapped potential in a different situation.
<a href="https://www.basketballnews.com/stories/ben-simmons-sixers-destined-for-a-rare-winwin-breakup" target="_blank" rel="noopener">As BasketballNews.com's Evan Sidery recently wrote on the Simmons saga</a>, this could eventually turn into a true win-win scenario for both sides. Simmons would have an expanded role elsewhere, plus the Sixers retool their roster to better fit alongside Joel Embiid.
In Philadelphia, Simmons has been an integral piece to their rapid rise from "The Process" era. The No. 1 overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft has career averages of 15.9 points, 8.2 assists, 8.1 rebounds, 1.7 steals and 0.7 blocks per game on a 57.9 True Shooting percentage.
Simmons still has four years remaining on his current contract, which would set a new precedent for movement within the Association for star-caliber players. However, with the media-driven drama revolving around Simmons and the Sixers, who knows how much Philadelphia will actually be able to recoup in a forthcoming blockbuster trade.
Stay tuned to BasketballNews.com on this developing news as the Simmons saga could soon be coming to an end.

With almost 85% of NBA players becoming available for trade next week, the possibility of a Ben Simmons trade is starting to gather momentum.
<a href="https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1469418952136835085" target="_blank" rel="noopener">According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski and Zach Lowe</a>, more teams are beginning to engage the Philadelphia 76ers on potential structures to land the disgruntled All-NBA defender.
Simmons has sat out the entire 2021-22 season thus far, focusing on his mental health before a potential return to the court in Philadelphia. Now, Simmons might be heading out of town within the next week.
The 25-year-old point-forward is a jack of all trades who's a special at faciliating and creating havoc on defense. Finishing as the runner-up for Defensive Player of the Year last season, Simmons still has some untapped potential in a different situation.
<a href="https://www.basketballnews.com/stories/ben-simmons-sixers-destined-for-a-rare-winwin-breakup" target="_blank" rel="noopener">As BasketballNews.com's Evan Sidery recently wrote on the Simmons saga</a>, this could eventually turn into a true win-win scenario for both sides. Simmons would have an expanded role elsewhere, plus the Sixers retool their roster to better fit alongside Joel Embiid.
In Philadelphia, Simmons has been an integral piece to their rapid rise from "The Process" era. The No. 1 overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft has career averages of 15.9 points, 8.2 assists, 8.1 rebounds, 1.7 steals and 0.7 blocks per game on a 57.9 True Shooting percentage.
Simmons still has four years remaining on his current contract, which would set a new precedent for movement within the Association for star-caliber players. However, with the media-driven drama revolving around Simmons and the Sixers, who knows how much Philadelphia will actually be able to recoup in a forthcoming blockbuster trade.
Stay tuned to BasketballNews.com on this developing news as the Simmons saga could soon be coming to an end.

With almost 85% of NBA players becoming available for trade next week, the possibility of a Ben Simmons trade is starting to gather momentum.
<a href="https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1469418952136835085" target="_blank" rel="noopener">According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski and Zach Lowe</a>, more teams are beginning to engage the Philadelphia 76ers on potential structures to land the disgruntled All-NBA defender.
Simmons has sat out the entire 2021-22 season thus far, focusing on his mental health before a potential return to the court in Philadelphia. Now, Simmons might be heading out of town within the next week.
The 25-year-old point-forward is a jack of all trades who's special at faciliating and creating havoc on defense. Finishing as the runner-up for Defensive Player of the Year last season, Simmons still has some untapped potential in a different situation.
<a href="https://www.basketballnews.com/stories/ben-simmons-sixers-destined-for-a-rare-winwin-breakup" target="_blank" rel="noopener">As BasketballNews.com's Evan Sidery recently wrote on the Simmons saga</a>, this could eventually turn into a true win-win scenario for both sides. Simmons would have an expanded role elsewhere, plus the Sixers retool their roster to better fit alongside Joel Embiid.
In Philadelphia, Simmons has been an integral piece to their rapid rise from "The Process" era. The No. 1 overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft has career averages of 15.9 points, 8.2 assists, 8.1 rebounds, 1.7 steals and 0.7 blocks per game on a 57.9 True Shooting percentage.
Simmons still has four years remaining on his current contract, which would set a new precedent for movement within the Association for star-caliber players. However, with the media-driven drama revolving around Simmons and the Sixers, who knows how much Philadelphia will actually be able to recoup in a forthcoming blockbuster trade.
Stay tuned to BasketballNews.com on this developing news as the Simmons saga could soon be coming to an end.

With almost 85% of NBA players becoming available for trade next week, the possibility of a Ben Simmons trade is starting to gather momentum.
<a href="https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1469418952136835085" target="_blank" rel="noopener">According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski and Zach Lowe</a>, more teams are beginning to engage the Philadelphia 76ers on potential structures to land the disgruntled All-NBA defender.
Simmons has sat out the entire 2021-22 season thus far, focusing on his mental health before a potential return to the court in Philadelphia. Now, Simmons might be heading out of town within the next week.
The 25-year-old point-forward is a jack of all trades, terrific at faciliating and creating havoc on defense. Finishing as the runner-up for Defensive Player of the Year last season, Simmons still has some untapped potential in a different situation.
<a href="https://www.basketballnews.com/stories/ben-simmons-sixers-destined-for-a-rare-winwin-breakup" target="_blank" rel="noopener">As BasketballNews.com's Evan Sidery recently wrote on the Simmons saga</a>, this could eventually turn into a true win-win scenario for both sides. Simmons would have an expanded role elsewhere, plus the Sixers retool their roster to better fit alongside Joel Embiid.
In Philadelphia, Simmons has been an integral piece to their rapid rise from "The Process" era. The No. 1 overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft has career averages of 15.9 points, 8.2 assists, 8.1 rebounds, 1.7 steals and 0.7 blocks per game on a 57.9 True Shooting percentage.
Simmons still has four years remaining on his current contract, which would set a new precedent for movement within the Association for star-caliber players. However, with the media-driven drama revolving around Simmons and the Sixers, who knows how much Philadelphia will actually be able to recoup in a forthcoming blockbuster trade.
Stay tuned to BasketballNews.com on this developing news as the Simmons saga could soon be coming to an end.

With almost 85% of NBA players becoming available for trade next week, the possibility of a Ben Simmons trade is starting to gather momentum.
<a href="https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1469418952136835085" target="_blank" rel="noopener">According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski and Zach Lowe</a>, more teams are beginning to engage the Philadelphia 76ers on potential structures to land the disgruntled All-NBA defender.
Simmons has sat out the entire 2021-22 season thus far, focusing on his mental health before a potential return to the court in Philadelphia. Now, Simmons might be heading out of town within the next week.
The 25-year-old point-forward is a jack of all trades, terrific at faciliating and creating havoc on defense. Finishing as the runner-up for Defensive Player of the Year last season, Simmons still has some untapped potential in a different situation.
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<a href="https://www.basketballnews.com/stories/ben-simmons-sixers-destined-for-a-rare-winwin-breakup" target="_blank" rel="noopener">As BasketballNews.com's Evan Sidery recently wrote on the Simmons saga</a>, this could eventually turn into a true win-win scenario for both sides. Simmons would have an expanded role elsewhere, plus the Sixers retool their roster to better fit alongside Joel Embiid.
In Philadelphia, Simmons has been an integral piece to their rapid rise from "The Process" era. The No. 1 overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft has career averages of 15.9 points, 8.2 assists, 8.1 rebounds, 1.7 steals and 0.7 blocks per game on a 57.9 True Shooting percentage.
Simmons still has four years remaining on his current contract, which would set a new precedent for movement within the Association for star-caliber players. However, with the media-driven drama revolving around Simmons and the Sixers, who knows how much Philadelphia will actually be able to recoup in a forthcoming blockbuster trade.
Stay tuned to BasketballNews.com on this developing news as the Simmons saga could soon be coming to an end.

With almost 85% of NBA players becoming available for trade next week, the possibility of a Ben Simmons trade is starting to gather momentum.
<a href="https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1469418952136835085" target="_blank" rel="noopener">According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski and Zach Lowe</a>, more teams are beginning to engage the Philadelphia 76ers on potential structures to land the disgruntled All-NBA defender.
Simmons has sat out the entire 2021-22 season thus far, focusing on his mental health before a potential return to the court in Philadelphia. Now, Simmons might be heading out of town within the next week.
The 25-year-old point-forward is a jack of all trades, terrific at faciliating and creating havoc on defense. Finishing as the runner-up for Defensive Player of the Year last season, Simmons still has some untapped potential in a different situation.
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<a href="https://www.basketballnews.com/stories/ben-simmons-sixers-destined-for-a-rare-winwin-breakup" target="_blank" rel="noopener">As BasketballNews.com's Evan Sidery recently wrote on the Simmons saga</a>, this could eventually turn into a true win-win scenario for both sides. Simmons would have an expanded role elsewhere, plus the Sixers retool their roster to better fit alongside Joel Embiid.
In Philadelphia, Simmons has been an integral piece to their rapid rise from "The Process" era. The No. 1 overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft has career averages of 15.9 points, 8.2 assists, 8.1 rebounds, 1.7 steals and 0.7 blocks per game on a 57.9 True Shooting percentage.
Simmons still has four years remaining on his current contract, which would set a new precedent for movement within the Association for star-caliber players. However, with the media-driven drama revolving around Simmons and the Sixers, who knows how much Philadelphia will actually be able to recoup in a forthcoming blockbuster trade.
Stay tuned to BasketballNews.com as this story develops, as the Simmons saga could be coming to an end very soon.

According to Adrian Wojnarowski and Zach Lowe, momentum is building towards a Ben Simmons trade finally taking place soon.

Ben Simmons trade talks gathering momentum in recent days

The NCAA has suspended Auburn men's basketball head coach Bruce Pearl two games.
This ruling&nbsp;

The <a href="https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/32837077/auburn-tigers-men-basketball-placed-4-years-probation-bruce-pearl-suspended-2-games" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NCAA has suspended</a> Auburn men's basketball head coach Bruce Pearl two games.
This ruling&nbsp;

The <a href="https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/32837077/auburn-tigers-men-basketball-placed-4-years-probation-bruce-pearl-suspended-2-games" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NCAA has suspended</a> Auburn men's basketball head coach Bruce Pearl two games, saying he "failed to promote a .
This ruling&nbsp;

The <a href="https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/32837077/auburn-tigers-men-basketball-placed-4-years-probation-bruce-pearl-suspended-2-games" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NCAA has suspended</a> Auburn men's basketball head coach Bruce Pearl two games, saying he "failed to promote an atmosphere of compliance."
This punishment comes as a result of the fallout from a September 2017 i

The <a href="https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/32837077/auburn-tigers-men-basketball-placed-4-years-probation-bruce-pearl-suspended-2-games" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NCAA has suspended</a> Auburn men's basketball head coach Bruce Pearl two games, saying he "failed to promote an atmosphere of compliance."
This punishment comes as a result of the fallout from a investigation into Pearl's September 2017 charges of accepting bribes

The <a href="https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/32837077/auburn-tigers-men-basketball-placed-4-years-probation-bruce-pearl-suspended-2-games" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NCAA has suspended</a> Auburn men's basketball head coach Bruce Pearl two games, saying he "failed to promote an atmosphere of compliance."
This punishment comes as a result of the fallout from a investigation into Pearl's September 2017 charges of accepting bribes f

The <a href="https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/32837077/auburn-tigers-men-basketball-placed-4-years-probation-bruce-pearl-suspended-2-games" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NCAA has suspended</a> Auburn men's basketball head coach Bruce Pearl two games, saying he "failed to promote an atmosphere of compliance."
This punishment comes as a result of the fallout from a investigation into Pearl's September 2017 charges of accepting bribes from an advisor who was part of the government.&nbsp;

The <a href="https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/32837077/auburn-tigers-men-basketball-placed-4-years-probation-bruce-pearl-suspended-2-games" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NCAA has suspended</a> Auburn men's basketball head coach Bruce Pearl two games, saying he "failed to promote an atmosphere of compliance."
This punishment comes as a result of the fallout from a investigation into Pearl's September 2017 charges of accepting bribes from an advisor who was part of the government. Pearl will immediately serve his suspension and miss games against Nebraska and North Alabama.
Auburn will also be fined $5000 plus 3% of their program budget and lose two scholarship spots.

The <a href="https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/32837077/auburn-tigers-men-basketball-placed-4-years-probation-bruce-pearl-suspended-2-games" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NCAA has suspended</a> Auburn men's basketball head coach Bruce Pearl two games, saying he "failed to promote an atmosphere of compliance."
This punishment comes as a result of the fallout from a investigation into Pearl's September 2017 charges of accepting bribes from an advisor who was part of the government. Pearl will immediately serve his suspension and miss games against Nebraska and North Alabama.
Auburn will also be fined $5000 plus 3% of their program budget and lose two scholarship spots. The Tigers did not receive any sort of postseason ban.&nbsp;

The <a href="https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/32837077/auburn-tigers-men-basketball-placed-4-years-probation-bruce-pearl-suspended-2-games" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NCAA has suspended</a> Auburn men's basketball head coach Bruce Pearl two games, saying he "failed to promote an atmosphere of compliance."
This punishment comes as a result of the fallout from a investigation into Pearl's September 2017 charges of accepting bribes from an advisor who was part of the government. Pearl will immediately serve his suspension and miss games against Nebraska and North Alabama.
Auburn will also be fined $5000 plus 3% of their program budget and lose two scholarship spots. The Tigers did not receive any sort of postseason ban. The program will be on probation through 2025.&nbsp;

The Tigers will not receive any sort of postseason ban for their NCAA violations.

Auburn's Bruce Pearl suspended two games as part of NCAA probe fallout

Steve Kerr, a three-time NBA championship coach with the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.espn.com/nba/team/_/name/gs/golden-state-warriors">Golden State Warriors</a>, has been selected as the next coach for Team USA, sources told ESPN.

Steve Kerr, a three-time NBA championship coach with the&nbsp;Golden State Warriors, has been selected as the next coach for Team USA, sources told ESPN.
Source: Adrian Wojnarowski/ESPN

Steve Kerr, a three-time NBA championship coach with the&nbsp;Golden State Warriors, has been selected as the next coach for Team USA, sources told ESPN.
Source: <a href="https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/32838068/golden-state-warriors-coach-steve-kerr-next-men-national-team-coach-usa-basketball?linkId=143814193" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Adrian Wojnarowski/ESPN</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;

Steve Kerr, a three-time NBA championship coach with the&nbsp;Golden State Warriors, has been selected as the next coach for Team USA, sources told ESPN.
Source: <a href="https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/32838068/golden-state-warriors-coach-steve-kerr-next-men-national-team-coach-usa-basketball?linkId=143814193" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Adrian Wojnarowski/ESPN</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;Kerr will lead a new coaching staff that Wojnarowski says will included Suns head coach Monty Williams,&nbsp;

Steve Kerr, a three-time NBA championship coach with the&nbsp;Golden State Warriors, has been selected as the next coach for Team USA, sources told ESPN.
Source: <a href="https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/32838068/golden-state-warriors-coach-steve-kerr-next-men-national-team-coach-usa-basketball?linkId=143814193" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Adrian Wojnarowski/ESPN</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;Kerr will lead a new coaching staff that Wojnarowski says will included Suns head coach Monty Williams, Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra and Gonzaga head coach Mark Few.&nbsp;

Steve Kerr, a three-time NBA championship coach with the&nbsp;Golden State Warriors, has been selected as the next coach for Team USA, sources told ESPN.
Source: <a href="https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/32838068/golden-state-warriors-coach-steve-kerr-next-men-national-team-coach-usa-basketball?linkId=143814193" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Adrian Wojnarowski/ESPN</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;Kerr will lead a new coaching staff that Wojnarowski says will included Suns head coach Monty Williams, Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra and Gonzaga head coach Mark Few. The Warriors' head coach was an assistant under Popovich when Team USA won the gold medal this summer at the Tokyo Olympics.

Kerr was an assistant on the team when it won gold at the Tokyo Olympics this year.

Steve Kerr to replace Gregg Popovich as Team USA men's head coach

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Source: <a href="https://www.nba.com/pelicans/news/kira-lewis-jr-injury-update-12-9-21">New Orleans Pelicans</a>

Kira Lewis Jr. has suffered a torn ACL and MCL sprain his right knee after injuring it in last night's game vs the Denver Nuggets.
Source: <a href="https://www.nba.com/pelicans/news/kira-lewis-jr-injury-update-12-9-21">New Orleans Pelicans</a>
The New Orleans Pelicans announced today that guard Kira Lewis Jr. will be out indefinitely after suffering a torn ACL and a Grade 2 MCL sprain in his right knee. An MRI done last night at Ochsner Health confirmed the injury, which occurred during the second quarter of last night&rsquo;s game against the Denver Nuggets. A date for surgery has not yet been determined.

Kira Lewis Jr. has suffered a torn ACL and MCL sprain his right knee after injuring it in last night's game vs the Denver Nuggets.
Source: <a href="https://www.nba.com/pelicans/news/kira-lewis-jr-injury-update-12-9-21">New Orleans Pelicans</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;The sophomore Lewis Jr. will in all likelihood be out for the season.
&nbsp;

Kira Lewis Jr. has suffered a torn ACL and MCL sprain his right knee after injuring it in last night's game vs the Denver Nuggets.
Source: <a href="https://www.nba.com/pelicans/news/kira-lewis-jr-injury-update-12-9-21">New Orleans Pelicans</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;The sophomore Lewis Jr. will in all likelihood be out for the season.
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Kira Lewis Jr. has suffered a torn ACL and MCL sprain his right knee after injuring it in last night's game vs the Denver Nuggets.
Source: <a href="https://www.nba.com/pelicans/news/kira-lewis-jr-injury-update-12-9-21">New Orleans Pelicans</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;The sophomore Lewis Jr. will in all likelihood be out for the season.
Lewis Jr. had been finding his stride of late, averaging&nbsp;

Kira Lewis Jr. has suffered a torn ACL and MCL sprain his right knee after injuring it in last night's game vs the Denver Nuggets.
Source: <a href="https://www.nba.com/pelicans/news/kira-lewis-jr-injury-update-12-9-21">New Orleans Pelicans</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;The sophomore Lewis Jr. will in all likelihood be out for the season.
Lewis Jr. had been finding his stride of late, averaging 7.7 points per game on&nbsp;

Kira Lewis Jr. has suffered a torn ACL and MCL sprain his right knee after injuring it in last night's game vs the Denver Nuggets.
Source: <a href="https://www.nba.com/pelicans/news/kira-lewis-jr-injury-update-12-9-21">New Orleans Pelicans</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;The sophomore Lewis Jr. will in all likelihood be out for the season.
Lewis Jr. had been finding his stride of late, averaging 7.7 points per game on 48% shooting over his last 11 contests.

Kira Lewis Jr. has suffered a torn ACL and MCL sprain his right knee after injuring it in last night's game vs the Denver Nuggets.
Source: <a href="https://www.nba.com/pelicans/news/kira-lewis-jr-injury-update-12-9-21">New Orleans Pelicans</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;The sophomore Lewis Jr. will in all likelihood be out for the season.
Lewis Jr. had been finding his stride of late, averaging 7.7 points in just 15.8 minutes per game on 48% shooting over his last 11 contests.
The Pelicans are now without&nbsp;

Kira Lewis Jr. has suffered a torn ACL and MCL sprain his right knee after injuring it in last night's game vs the Denver Nuggets.
Source: <a href="https://www.nba.com/pelicans/news/kira-lewis-jr-injury-update-12-9-21">New Orleans Pelicans</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;The sophomore Lewis Jr. will in all likelihood be out for the season.
Lewis Jr. had been finding his stride of late, averaging 7.7 points in just 15.8 minutes per game on 48% shooting over his last 11 contests.
The Pelicans are now without their 2019 and&nbsp;

Kira Lewis Jr. has suffered a torn ACL and MCL sprain his right knee after injuring it in last night's game vs the Denver Nuggets.
Source: <a href="https://www.nba.com/pelicans/news/kira-lewis-jr-injury-update-12-9-21">New Orleans Pelicans</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;The sophomore Lewis Jr. will in all likelihood be out for the season.
Lewis Jr. had been finding his stride of late, averaging 7.7 points in just 15.8 minutes per game on 48% shooting over his last 11 contests.
The Pelicans are now without their 2019 and 2020 lottery picks, though they hope to have Zion Williamson back soon.

Kira Lewis Jr. has suffered a torn ACL and MCL sprain his right knee after injuring it in last night's game vs the Denver Nuggets.

Kira Lewis Jr. suffers torn ACL

Chicago Bulls F Derrick Jones Jr., has entered the league's health and safety protocols.
Source: Adrian Wojnarowski/ESPN

Chicago Bulls F Derrick Jones Jr., has entered the league's health and safety protocols.
Source: <a href="https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1469009462845493256?s=21">Adrian Wojnarowski/ESPN</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;

Chicago Bulls F Derrick Jones Jr., has entered the league's health and safety protocols.
Source: <a href="https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1469009462845493256?s=21">Adrian Wojnarowski/ESPN</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;s

Chicago Bulls F Derrick Jones Jr., has entered the league's health and safety protocols.
Source: <a href="https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1469009462845493256?s=21">Adrian Wojnarowski/ESPN</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;The young forwar&nbsp;

Chicago Bulls F Derrick Jones Jr., has entered the league's health and safety protocols.
Source: <a href="https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1469009462845493256?s=21">Adrian Wojnarowski/ESPN</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;The young forward&nbsp;

Chicago Bulls F Derrick Jones Jr., has entered the league's health and safety protocols.
Source: <a href="https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1469009462845493256?s=21">Adrian Wojnarowski/ESPN</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;The young forward&nbsp;&nbsp;

Chicago Bulls F Derrick Jones Jr., has entered the league's health and safety protocols.
Source: <a href="https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1469009462845493256?s=21">Adrian Wojnarowski/ESPN</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;The 24 year-old forward will likely miss several games.
Jones Jr. is averaging 7 points per game

Chicago Bulls F Derrick Jones Jr., has entered the league's health and safety protocols.
Source: <a href="https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1469009462845493256?s=21">Adrian Wojnarowski/ESPN</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;The 24 year-old forward will likely miss several games.
Jones Jr. is averaging 7 points per game on 59 percent field goal shooting&nbsp;

Chicago Bulls F Derrick Jones Jr., has entered the league's health and safety protocols.
Source: <a href="https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1469009462845493256?s=21">Adrian Wojnarowski/ESPN</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;The 24 year-old forward will likely miss several games.
Jones Jr. is averaging 7 points per game on 59 percent field goal shooting this season.

Chicago Bulls F Derrick Jones Jr., has entered the league's health and safety protocols.

Derrick Jones Jr. enters league health and safety protocols

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Source: Tim MacMahon/ESPN

Rick Carlisle is entering the COVID-19 health and safety protocols and could miss several games.
Source: Tim MacMahon/ESPN

Rick Carlisle is entering the COVID-19 health and safety protocols and could miss several games.
Source: <a href="https://twitter.com/espn_macmahon/status/1469008065949224968?s=21">Tim MacMahon/ESPN</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;The Pacers already canceled today's morning practice out of an abundance of caution and could be without

Rick Carlisle is entering the COVID-19 health and safety protocols and could miss several games.
Source: <a href="https://twitter.com/espn_macmahon/status/1469008065949224968?s=21">Tim MacMahon/ESPN</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;The Pacers already canceled today's morning practice out of an abundance of caution.
It is just another stroke of bad luck for a Pacers team&nbsp;

Rick Carlisle is entering the COVID-19 health and safety protocols and could miss several games.
Source: <a href="https://twitter.com/espn_macmahon/status/1469008065949224968?s=21">Tim MacMahon/ESPN</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;The Pacers already canceled today's morning practice out of an abundance of caution.
It is just another stroke of bad luck for a Pacers team sitting at just 11-16 despite having the 11th best net rating in the NBA.
Hopefull

Rick Carlisle is entering the COVID-19 health and safety protocols and could miss several games.
Source: <a href="https://twitter.com/espn_macmahon/status/1469008065949224968?s=21">Tim MacMahon/ESPN</a>
ANALYSIS:&nbsp;The Pacers already canceled today's morning practice out of an abundance of caution.
It is just another stroke of bad luck for a Pacers team sitting at just 11-16 despite having the 11th best net rating in the NBA.
Carlisle should hopefully be able to return to the court soon.

Rick Carlisle is entering the COVID-19 health and safety protocols and could miss several games.

Rick Carlisle enters COVID-19 health and safety protocols

Bradley Beal is one of the most high-profile players projected to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason. Will Beal sign another lucrative extension with the Washington Wizards or take his talents elsewhere to chase a championship?
Appearing on Yahoo Sports' Chris Haynes podcast, <a href="https://twitter.com/ChrisBHaynes/status/1468611762421338112?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1468611762421338112%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&amp;ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cbssports.com%2Fnba%2Fnews%2Fbradley-beal-keeping-options-open-for-impending-free-agency-you-have-to-be-selfish-at-some-point%2F" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Posted Up with Haynes</a>, Beal mentioned that every option is currently on the table for the next step of his career.
"I got time," Beal told Haynes. "I kind of hold the cards right now, and No. 1, I've never been in this position. So I'm kind of embracing that, being able to, OK, kind of dictate how I want my future to be and where I want it to be. At the same time, I'm giving Shep [Tommy Sheppard] that opportunity to show that it's working. But at the same time, I'm not gonna make that grand commitment and it doesn't work.&nbsp;
"Ultimately you have to be selfish at some point, and for probably the first time in my career, Year 10, I am. My full commitment is to the team. I want it to work. I've contributed to being here. I've committed to being here twice. So now I want to see that commitment to me as well, you know, that we can create a winning team and a winning environment, and granted, I'm a part of that. So I've gotta make sure that I'm stepping up and doing my thing as well."
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-theme="dark">
Posted Up w/ Haynes Pod: Wiz star Bradley Beal on re-signing w/ Jordan Brand &amp; numerous other topics. Why he hasn&rsquo;t signed max extension?: &ldquo;I&rsquo;m not gonna make that grand commitment and it doesn&rsquo;t work. Ultimately you have to be selfish at some point.&rdquo; 🎧: <a href="https://t.co/Tfx91n0o3j">https://t.co/Tfx91n0o3j</a> <a href="https://t.co/4q56uFMgNr">pic.twitter.com/4q56uFMgNr</a>
&mdash; Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChrisBHaynes/status/1468611762421338112?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 8, 2021</a></blockquote>
This offseason, many organizations will try to convince Beal to sign on the dotted line. As a true star, Beal changes the long-term title hopes for any team he signs on the dotted line with. However, there will not be many teams with projected max salary cap space.
Would Beal for his way to a contender via sign-and-trade? It's the most realistic option for him unless he signs a supermax extension with the Wizards.
Washington has done a fantastic job retooling around Beal after Russell Westbrook's departure. Performing above preseason expectations, Washington is slotted in as a playoff team currently.
However, will it be enough to keep the championship-hungry Beal around in the true prime of his career?

Bradley Beal is one of the most high-profile players projected to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason. Will Beal sign another lucrative extension with the Washington Wizards or take his talents elsewhere to chase a championship?
Appearing on Yahoo Sports' Chris Haynes podcast, <a href="https://twitter.com/ChrisBHaynes/status/1468611762421338112?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1468611762421338112%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&amp;ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cbssports.com%2Fnba%2Fnews%2Fbradley-beal-keeping-options-open-for-impending-free-agency-you-have-to-be-selfish-at-some-point%2F" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Posted Up with Haynes</a>, Beal mentioned that every option is currently on the table for the next step of his career.
"I got time," Beal told Haynes. "I kind of hold the cards right now, and No. 1, I've never been in this position. So I'm kind of embracing that, being able to, OK, kind of dictate how I want my future to be and where I want it to be. At the same time, I'm giving Shep [Tommy Sheppard] that opportunity to show that it's working. But at the same time, I'm not gonna make that grand commitment and it doesn't work.&nbsp;
"Ultimately you have to be selfish at some point, and for probably the first time in my career, Year 10, I am. My full commitment is to the team. I want it to work. I've contributed to being here. I've committed to being here twice. So now I want to see that commitment to me as well, you know, that we can create a winning team and a winning environment, and granted, I'm a part of that. So I've gotta make sure that I'm stepping up and doing my thing as well."
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-theme="dark">
Posted Up w/ Haynes Pod: Wiz star Bradley Beal on re-signing w/ Jordan Brand &amp; numerous other topics. Why he hasn&rsquo;t signed max extension?: &ldquo;I&rsquo;m not gonna make that grand commitment and it doesn&rsquo;t work. Ultimately you have to be selfish at some point.&rdquo; 🎧: <a href="https://t.co/Tfx91n0o3j">https://t.co/Tfx91n0o3j</a> <a href="https://t.co/4q56uFMgNr">pic.twitter.com/4q56uFMgNr</a>
&mdash; Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChrisBHaynes/status/1468611762421338112?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 8, 2021</a></blockquote>
Beal is the biggest fish this offseason, so many organizations will try to convince him to sign on the dotted line. As a true star, Beal changes the long-term title hopes for any team he signs on the dotted line with. However, there will not be many teams with projected max salary cap space.
Would Beal for his way to a contender via sign-and-trade? It's the most realistic option for him unless he signs a supermax extension with the Wizards.
Washington has done a fantastic job retooling around Beal after Russell Westbrook's departure. Performing above preseason expectations, Washington is slotted in as a playoff team currently.
However, will it be enough to keep the championship-hungry Beal around in the true prime of his career?

Bradley Beal is one of the most high-profile players projected to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason. Will Beal sign another lucrative extension with the Washington Wizards or take his talents elsewhere to chase a championship?
Appearing on Yahoo Sports' Chris Haynes podcast, <a href="https://twitter.com/ChrisBHaynes/status/1468611762421338112?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1468611762421338112%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&amp;ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cbssports.com%2Fnba%2Fnews%2Fbradley-beal-keeping-options-open-for-impending-free-agency-you-have-to-be-selfish-at-some-point%2F" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Posted Up with Haynes</a>, Beal mentioned that every option is currently on the table for the next step of his career.
"I got time," Beal told Haynes. "I kind of hold the cards right now, and No. 1, I've never been in this position. So I'm kind of embracing that, being able to, OK, kind of dictate how I want my future to be and where I want it to be. At the same time, I'm giving Shep [Tommy Sheppard] that opportunity to show that it's working. But at the same time, I'm not gonna make that grand commitment and it doesn't work.&nbsp;
"Ultimately you have to be selfish at some point, and for probably the first time in my career, Year 10, I am. My full commitment is to the team. I want it to work. I've contributed to being here. I've committed to being here twice. So now I want to see that commitment to me as well, you know, that we can create a winning team and a winning environment, and granted, I'm a part of that. So I've gotta make sure that I'm stepping up and doing my thing as well."
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-theme="dark">
Posted Up w/ Haynes Pod: Wiz star Bradley Beal on re-signing w/ Jordan Brand &amp; numerous other topics. Why he hasn&rsquo;t signed max extension?: &ldquo;I&rsquo;m not gonna make that grand commitment and it doesn&rsquo;t work. Ultimately you have to be selfish at some point.&rdquo; 🎧: <a href="https://t.co/Tfx91n0o3j">https://t.co/Tfx91n0o3j</a> <a href="https://t.co/4q56uFMgNr">pic.twitter.com/4q56uFMgNr</a>
&mdash; Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChrisBHaynes/status/1468611762421338112?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 8, 2021</a></blockquote>
Beal is the biggest fish this offseason, so many organizations will try to convince him to sign on the dotted line. Beal is a true star who can change the long-term title hopes for any team he signs on the dotted line with. However, there will not be many teams with projected max salary cap space.
Would Beal for his way to a contender via sign-and-trade? It's the most realistic option for him unless he signs a supermax extension with the Wizards.
Washington has done a fantastic job retooling around Beal after Russell Westbrook's departure. Performing above preseason expectations, Washington is slotted in as a playoff team currently.
However, will it be enough to keep the championship-hungry Beal around in the true prime of his career?

Bradley Beal is one of the most high-profile players projected to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason. Will Beal sign another lucrative extension with the Washington Wizards or take his talents elsewhere to chase a championship?
Appearing on Yahoo Sports' Chris Haynes podcast, <a href="https://twitter.com/ChrisBHaynes/status/1468611762421338112?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1468611762421338112%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&amp;ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cbssports.com%2Fnba%2Fnews%2Fbradley-beal-keeping-options-open-for-impending-free-agency-you-have-to-be-selfish-at-some-point%2F" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Posted Up with Haynes</a>, Beal mentioned that every option is currently on the table for the next step of his career.
"I got time," Beal told Haynes. "I kind of hold the cards right now, and No. 1, I've never been in this position. So I'm kind of embracing that, being able to, OK, kind of dictate how I want my future to be and where I want it to be. At the same time, I'm giving Shep [Tommy Sheppard] that opportunity to show that it's working. But at the same time, I'm not gonna make that grand commitment and it doesn't work.&nbsp;
"Ultimately you have to be selfish at some point, and for probably the first time in my career, Year 10, I am. My full commitment is to the team. I want it to work. I've contributed to being here. I've committed to being here twice. So now I want to see that commitment to me as well, you know, that we can create a winning team and a winning environment, and granted, I'm a part of that. So I've gotta make sure that I'm stepping up and doing my thing as well."
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-theme="dark">
Posted Up w/ Haynes Pod: Wiz star Bradley Beal on re-signing w/ Jordan Brand &amp; numerous other topics. Why he hasn&rsquo;t signed max extension?: &ldquo;I&rsquo;m not gonna make that grand commitment and it doesn&rsquo;t work. Ultimately you have to be selfish at some point.&rdquo; 🎧: <a href="https://t.co/Tfx91n0o3j">https://t.co/Tfx91n0o3j</a> <a href="https://t.co/4q56uFMgNr">pic.twitter.com/4q56uFMgNr</a>
&mdash; Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChrisBHaynes/status/1468611762421338112?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 8, 2021</a></blockquote>
Beal is the biggest fish this offseason, so many organizations will try to convince him to sign on the dotted line. Beal is a true star who can change the long-term title hopes for any team he joins. However, there will not be many teams with projected max salary cap space.
Would Beal for his way to a contender via sign-and-trade? It's the most realistic option for him unless he signs a supermax extension with the Wizards.
Washington has done a fantastic job retooling around Beal after Russell Westbrook's departure. Performing above preseason expectations, Washington is slotted in as a playoff team currently.
However, will it be enough to keep the championship-hungry Beal around in the true prime of his career?

Bradley Beal is one of the most high-profile players projected to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason. Will Beal sign another lucrative extension with the Washington Wizards or take his talents elsewhere to chase a championship?
Appearing on Yahoo Sports' Chris Haynes podcast, <a href="https://twitter.com/ChrisBHaynes/status/1468611762421338112?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1468611762421338112%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&amp;ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cbssports.com%2Fnba%2Fnews%2Fbradley-beal-keeping-options-open-for-impending-free-agency-you-have-to-be-selfish-at-some-point%2F" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Posted Up with Haynes</a>, Beal mentioned that every option is currently on the table for the next step of his career.
"I got time," Beal told Haynes. "I kind of hold the cards right now, and No. 1, I've never been in this position. So I'm kind of embracing that, being able to, OK, kind of dictate how I want my future to be and where I want it to be. At the same time, I'm giving Shep [Tommy Sheppard] that opportunity to show that it's working. But at the same time, I'm not gonna make that grand commitment and it doesn't work.&nbsp;
"Ultimately you have to be selfish at some point, and for probably the first time in my career, Year 10, I am. My full commitment is to the team. I want it to work. I've contributed to being here. I've committed to being here twice. So now I want to see that commitment to me as well, you know, that we can create a winning team and a winning environment, and granted, I'm a part of that. So I've gotta make sure that I'm stepping up and doing my thing as well."
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-theme="dark">
Posted Up w/ Haynes Pod: Wiz star Bradley Beal on re-signing w/ Jordan Brand &amp; numerous other topics. Why he hasn&rsquo;t signed max extension?: &ldquo;I&rsquo;m not gonna make that grand commitment and it doesn&rsquo;t work. Ultimately you have to be selfish at some point.&rdquo; 🎧: <a href="https://t.co/Tfx91n0o3j">https://t.co/Tfx91n0o3j</a> <a href="https://t.co/4q56uFMgNr">pic.twitter.com/4q56uFMgNr</a>
&mdash; Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChrisBHaynes/status/1468611762421338112?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 8, 2021</a></blockquote>
Beal is the biggest fish this offseason, so many organizations will try to convince him to sign on the dotted line. Beal is a true star who can change the long-term title hopes for any team he joins. However, there will not be many teams that project to have max salary cap space.
Would Beal for his way to a contender via sign-and-trade? It's the most realistic option for him unless he signs a supermax extension with the Wizards.
Washington has done a fantastic job retooling around Beal after Russell Westbrook's departure. Performing above preseason expectations, Washington is slotted in as a playoff team currently.
However, will it be enough to keep the championship-hungry Beal around in the true prime of his career?

Bradley Beal is one of the most high-profile players projected to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason. Will Beal sign another lucrative extension with the Washington Wizards or take his talents elsewhere to chase a championship?
Appearing on Yahoo Sports' Chris Haynes podcast, <a href="https://twitter.com/ChrisBHaynes/status/1468611762421338112?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1468611762421338112%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&amp;ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cbssports.com%2Fnba%2Fnews%2Fbradley-beal-keeping-options-open-for-impending-free-agency-you-have-to-be-selfish-at-some-point%2F" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Posted Up with Haynes</a>, Beal mentioned that every option is currently on the table for the next step of his career.
"I got time," Beal told Haynes. "I kind of hold the cards right now, and No. 1, I've never been in this position. So I'm kind of embracing that, being able to, OK, kind of dictate how I want my future to be and where I want it to be. At the same time, I'm giving Shep [Tommy Sheppard] that opportunity to show that it's working. But at the same time, I'm not gonna make that grand commitment and it doesn't work.&nbsp;
"Ultimately you have to be selfish at some point, and for probably the first time in my career, Year 10, I am. My full commitment is to the team. I want it to work. I've contributed to being here. I've committed to being here twice. So now I want to see that commitment to me as well, you know, that we can create a winning team and a winning environment, and granted, I'm a part of that. So I've gotta make sure that I'm stepping up and doing my thing as well."
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-theme="dark">
Posted Up w/ Haynes Pod: Wiz star Bradley Beal on re-signing w/ Jordan Brand &amp; numerous other topics. Why he hasn&rsquo;t signed max extension?: &ldquo;I&rsquo;m not gonna make that grand commitment and it doesn&rsquo;t work. Ultimately you have to be selfish at some point.&rdquo; 🎧: <a href="https://t.co/Tfx91n0o3j">https://t.co/Tfx91n0o3j</a> <a href="https://t.co/4q56uFMgNr">pic.twitter.com/4q56uFMgNr</a>
&mdash; Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChrisBHaynes/status/1468611762421338112?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 8, 2021</a></blockquote>
Beal is the biggest fish this offseason, so many organizations will try to convince him to sign on the dotted line. Beal is a true star who can change the long-term title hopes for any team he joins. However, there will not be many teams that project to have max salary cap space.
Would Beal force his way to a contender via sign-and-trade? It's the most realistic option for him unless he signs a supermax extension with the Wizards.
Washington has done a fantastic job retooling around Beal after Russell Westbrook's departure. Performing above preseason expectations, Washington is slotted in as a playoff team currently.
However, will it be enough to keep the championship-hungry Beal around in the true prime of his career?

Bradley Beal is one of the most high-profile players projected to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason. Will Beal sign another lucrative extension with the Washington Wizards or take his talents elsewhere to chase a championship?
Appearing on Yahoo Sports' Chris Haynes podcast, <a href="https://twitter.com/ChrisBHaynes/status/1468611762421338112?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1468611762421338112%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&amp;ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cbssports.com%2Fnba%2Fnews%2Fbradley-beal-keeping-options-open-for-impending-free-agency-you-have-to-be-selfish-at-some-point%2F" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Posted Up with Haynes</a>, Beal mentioned that every option is currently on the table for the next step of his career.
"I got time," Beal told Haynes. "I kind of hold the cards right now, and No. 1, I've never been in this position. So I'm kind of embracing that, being able to, OK, kind of dictate how I want my future to be and where I want it to be. At the same time, I'm giving Shep [Tommy Sheppard] that opportunity to show that it's working. But at the same time, I'm not gonna make that grand commitment and it doesn't work.&nbsp;
"Ultimately you have to be selfish at some point, and for probably the first time in my career, Year 10, I am. My full commitment is to the team. I want it to work. I've contributed to being here. I've committed to being here twice. So now I want to see that commitment to me as well, you know, that we can create a winning team and a winning environment, and granted, I'm a part of that. So I've gotta make sure that I'm stepping up and doing my thing as well."
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-theme="dark">
Posted Up w/ Haynes Pod: Wiz star Bradley Beal on re-signing w/ Jordan Brand &amp; numerous other topics. Why he hasn&rsquo;t signed max extension?: &ldquo;I&rsquo;m not gonna make that grand commitment and it doesn&rsquo;t work. Ultimately you have to be selfish at some point.&rdquo; 🎧: <a href="https://t.co/Tfx91n0o3j">https://t.co/Tfx91n0o3j</a> <a href="https://t.co/4q56uFMgNr">pic.twitter.com/4q56uFMgNr</a>
&mdash; Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChrisBHaynes/status/1468611762421338112?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 8, 2021</a></blockquote>
Beal is the biggest fish this offseason, so many organizations will try to convince him to sign on the dotted line. Beal is a true star who can change the long-term title hopes for any team he joins. However, there will not be many teams that project to have max salary cap space.
Would Beal force his way to a contender via sign-and-trade? It may be the most realistic option for him unless he signs a super-max extension with the Wizards.
Washington has done a fantastic job retooling around Beal after Russell Westbrook's departure. Performing above preseason expectations, Washington is slotted in as a playoff team currently.
However, will it be enough to keep the championship-hungry Beal around in the true prime of his career?

Bradley Beal is one of the most high-profile players projected to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason. Will Beal sign another lucrative extension with the Washington Wizards or take his talents elsewhere to chase a championship?
Appearing on Yahoo Sports' Chris Haynes podcast, <a href="https://twitter.com/ChrisBHaynes/status/1468611762421338112?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1468611762421338112%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&amp;ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cbssports.com%2Fnba%2Fnews%2Fbradley-beal-keeping-options-open-for-impending-free-agency-you-have-to-be-selfish-at-some-point%2F" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Posted Up with Haynes</a>, Beal mentioned that every option is currently on the table for the next step of his career.
"I got time," Beal told Haynes. "I kind of hold the cards right now, and No. 1, I've never been in this position. So I'm kind of embracing that, being able to, OK, kind of dictate how I want my future to be and where I want it to be. At the same time, I'm giving Shep [Tommy Sheppard] that opportunity to show that it's working. But at the same time, I'm not gonna make that grand commitment and it doesn't work.&nbsp;
"Ultimately you have to be selfish at some point, and for probably the first time in my career, Year 10, I am. My full commitment is to the team. I want it to work. I've contributed to being here. I've committed to being here twice. So now I want to see that commitment to me as well, you know, that we can create a winning team and a winning environment, and granted, I'm a part of that. So I've gotta make sure that I'm stepping up and doing my thing as well."
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-theme="dark">
Posted Up w/ Haynes Pod: Wiz star Bradley Beal on re-signing w/ Jordan Brand &amp; numerous other topics. Why he hasn&rsquo;t signed max extension?: &ldquo;I&rsquo;m not gonna make that grand commitment and it doesn&rsquo;t work. Ultimately you have to be selfish at some point.&rdquo; 🎧: <a href="https://t.co/Tfx91n0o3j">https://t.co/Tfx91n0o3j</a> <a href="https://t.co/4q56uFMgNr">pic.twitter.com/4q56uFMgNr</a>
&mdash; Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChrisBHaynes/status/1468611762421338112?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 8, 2021</a></blockquote>
Beal is the biggest fish this offseason, so many organizations will try to convince him to sign on the dotted line. Beal is a true star who can change the long-term title hopes for any team he joins. However, there will not be many teams that project to have max salary cap space.
Would Beal force his way to a contender via sign-and-trade? It may be the best option for him unless he signs a super-max extension with the Wizards.
Washington has done a fantastic job retooling around Beal after Russell Westbrook's departure. Performing above preseason expectations, Washington is slotted in as a playoff team currently.
However, will it be enough to keep the championship-hungry Beal around in the true prime of his career?

Bradley Beal is one of the most high-profile players projected to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason. Will Beal sign another lucrative extension with the Washington Wizards or take his talents elsewhere to chase a championship?
Appearing on Yahoo Sports' Chris Haynes podcast, <a href="https://twitter.com/ChrisBHaynes/status/1468611762421338112?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1468611762421338112%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&amp;ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cbssports.com%2Fnba%2Fnews%2Fbradley-beal-keeping-options-open-for-impending-free-agency-you-have-to-be-selfish-at-some-point%2F" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Posted Up with Haynes</a>, Beal mentioned that every option is currently on the table for the next step of his career.
"I got time," Beal told Haynes. "I kind of hold the cards right now, and No. 1, I've never been in this position. So I'm kind of embracing that, being able to, OK, kind of dictate how I want my future to be and where I want it to be. At the same time, I'm giving Shep [Tommy Sheppard] that opportunity to show that it's working. But at the same time, I'm not gonna make that grand commitment and it doesn't work.&nbsp;
"Ultimately you have to be selfish at some point, and for probably the first time in my career, Year 10, I am. My full commitment is to the team. I want it to work. I've contributed to being here. I've committed to being here twice. So now I want to see that commitment to me as well, you know, that we can create a winning team and a winning environment, and granted, I'm a part of that. So I've gotta make sure that I'm stepping up and doing my thing as well."
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-theme="dark">
Posted Up w/ Haynes Pod: Wiz star Bradley Beal on re-signing w/ Jordan Brand &amp; numerous other topics. Why he hasn&rsquo;t signed max extension?: &ldquo;I&rsquo;m not gonna make that grand commitment and it doesn&rsquo;t work. Ultimately you have to be selfish at some point.&rdquo; 🎧: <a href="https://t.co/Tfx91n0o3j">https://t.co/Tfx91n0o3j</a> <a href="https://t.co/4q56uFMgNr">pic.twitter.com/4q56uFMgNr</a>
&mdash; Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChrisBHaynes/status/1468611762421338112?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 8, 2021</a></blockquote>
Beal is the biggest fish this offseason, so many organizations will try to convince him to sign on the dotted line. Beal is a true star who can change the long-term title hopes for any team he joins. However, there will not be many teams that project to have max salary cap space.
Would Beal force his way to a contender via sign-and-trade? It may be the best option for him unless he signs a super-max extension with the Wizards.
Washington has done a fantastic job of retooling around Beal after Russell Westbrook's departure. Performing above preseason expectations, Washington is slotted in as a playoff team currently.
However, will it be enough to keep the championship-hungry Beal around in the true prime of his career?

Bradley Beal is one of the most high-profile players projected to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason. Will Beal sign another lucrative extension with the Washington Wizards or take his talents elsewhere to chase a championship?
Appearing on Yahoo Sports' Chris Haynes podcast, <a href="https://twitter.com/ChrisBHaynes/status/1468611762421338112?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1468611762421338112%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&amp;ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cbssports.com%2Fnba%2Fnews%2Fbradley-beal-keeping-options-open-for-impending-free-agency-you-have-to-be-selfish-at-some-point%2F" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Posted Up with Haynes</a>, Beal mentioned that every option is currently on the table for the next step of his career.
"I got time," Beal told Haynes. "I kind of hold the cards right now, and No. 1, I've never been in this position. So I'm kind of embracing that, being able to, OK, kind of dictate how I want my future to be and where I want it to be. At the same time, I'm giving Shep [Tommy Sheppard] that opportunity to show that it's working. But at the same time, I'm not gonna make that grand commitment and it doesn't work.&nbsp;
"Ultimately you have to be selfish at some point, and for probably the first time in my career, Year 10, I am. My full commitment is to the team. I want it to work. I've contributed to being here. I've committed to being here twice. So now I want to see that commitment to me as well, you know, that we can create a winning team and a winning environment, and granted, I'm a part of that. So I've gotta make sure that I'm stepping up and doing my thing as well."
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-theme="dark">
Posted Up w/ Haynes Pod: Wiz star Bradley Beal on re-signing w/ Jordan Brand &amp; numerous other topics. Why he hasn&rsquo;t signed max extension?: &ldquo;I&rsquo;m not gonna make that grand commitment and it doesn&rsquo;t work. Ultimately you have to be selfish at some point.&rdquo; 🎧: <a href="https://t.co/Tfx91n0o3j">https://t.co/Tfx91n0o3j</a> <a href="https://t.co/4q56uFMgNr">pic.twitter.com/4q56uFMgNr</a>
&mdash; Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChrisBHaynes/status/1468611762421338112?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 8, 2021</a></blockquote>
Beal is the biggest fish this offseason, so many organizations will try to convince him to sign on the dotted line. Beal is a true star who can change the long-term title hopes for any team he joins. However, there will not be many teams that project to have max salary cap space.
Would Beal force his way to a contender via sign-and-trade? It may be the best option for him unless he signs a super-max extension with the Wizards.
Washington has done a fantastic job of retooling around Beal after Russell Westbrook's departure. Performing above preseason expectations, Washington is currently slotted in as a playoff team.
However, will it be enough to keep the championship-hungry Beal around for the true prime of his career?

Wizards superstar Bradley Beal is approaching a career-altering decision. Beal recently spoke to Chris Haynes about his future.

Bradley Beal keeping all options on the table before free agency

The Memphis Grizzlies announced today that Ja Morant has entered the league's health and safety protocols. It is unclear if Morant has tested positive for COVID-19 or if this is due to a contact tracing protocol.
Morant was already doubtful for tonight's game against the Mavericks due to an ankle sprain. He has been out with the injury since&nbsp;

The Memphis Grizzlies announced today that Ja Morant has entered the league's health and safety protocols. It is unclear if Morant has tested positive for COVID-19 or if this is due to a contact tracing protocol. ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reports that Morant&nbsp;
Morant was already doubtful for tonight's game against the Mavericks due to an ankle sprain. He has been out with the injury since&nbsp;

The Memphis Grizzlies announced today that Ja Morant has entered the league's health and safety protocols. It is unclear if Morant has tested positive for COVID-19 or if this is due to a contact tracing protocol. ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reports that Morant is fully vaccinated and has gotten his COVID-19 booster shot.&nbsp;
Morant was already doubtful for tonight's game against the Mavericks due to an ankle sprain. He has been out with the injury since&nbsp;

The Memphis Grizzlies announced today that Ja Morant has entered the league's health and safety protocols. It is unclear if Morant has tested positive for COVID-19 or if this is due to a contact tracing protocol. ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski <a href="https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1468638491005313026" target="_blank" rel="noopener">reports</a> that Morant is fully vaccinated and has gotten his COVID-19 booster shot.&nbsp;
Morant was already doubtful for tonight's game against the Mavericks due to an ankle sprain. He has been out with the injury since&nbsp;

The Memphis Grizzlies announced today that Ja Morant has entered the league's health and safety protocols. It is unclear if Morant has tested positive for COVID-19 or if this is due to a contact tracing protocol. ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski <a href="https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1468638491005313026" target="_blank" rel="noopener">reports</a> that Morant is fully vaccinated and has gotten his COVID-19 booster shot.&nbsp;
Morant was already doubtful for tonight's game against the Mavericks due to an ankle sprain. He has been out with the injury since suffering it on Nov. 26. This season, the third-year point guard is averaging&nbsp;

The Memphis Grizzlies announced today that Ja Morant has entered the league's health and safety protocols. It is unclear if Morant has tested positive for COVID-19 or if this is due to a contact tracing protocol. ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski <a href="https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1468638491005313026" target="_blank" rel="noopener">reports</a> that Morant is fully vaccinated and has gotten his COVID-19 booster shot.&nbsp;
Morant was already doubtful for tonight's game against the Mavericks due to an ankle sprain. He has been out with the injury since suffering it on Nov. 26. This season, the third-year point guard is averaging 24.1 points, 6.8 assists and 5.8 rebounds per game.&nbsp;

The Memphis Grizzlies announced today that Ja Morant has entered the league's health and safety protocols. It is unclear if Morant has tested positive for COVID-19 or if this is due to a contact tracing protocol. ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski <a href="https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1468638491005313026" target="_blank" rel="noopener">reports</a> that Morant is fully vaccinated and has gotten his COVID-19 booster shot.&nbsp;
Morant was already doubtful for tonight's game against the Mavericks due to a knee sprain. He has been out with the injury since suffering it on Nov. 26. This season, the third-year point guard is averaging 24.1 points, 6.8 assists and 5.8 rebounds per game.&nbsp;

Morant reportedly is fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19.