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Beal said an X-ray revealed no serious damage and that the next significant test of his ankle would come Monday morning. "I honestly thought it was more serious than what it was, because at first, I really couldn't move my foot," Beal said. "I couldn't really feel it. I guess that's just what happens when you're in shock, and your mind's just going all over the place." Philadelphia Inquirer

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After the game, Beal, using crutches, passed Philadelphia coach Doug Collins' news conference. Earlier in the media session, Collins referred to Beal as `Jeremy.' "Just one second," Collins told reporters before addressing Beal. "Hey, Jeremy. I mean Bradley. Bradley. I hope you're OK, man. Sorry. OK? You're a hell of a player, man." Collins turned back to the reporters. "There is a Jeremy Beal, isn't there?" Collins said. "That has to be. If not, that's his new nickname. No, I shouldn't be making fun at this period of time. We should all pray for that young kid. . He's a tremendous player." Philadelphia Inquirer

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Alex Kennedy: The Wizards called the Hawks, but didn't have assets to bid for Josh Smith. Washington wants a big move, while keeping Wall, Beal and Nene. Twitter @AlexKennedyNBA

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Chris Broussard: In talks with ATL for Josh Smith, Wizards have said all but 3 players available: J Wall, B Beal & Nene Twitter @Chris_Broussard

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Rosters set for Rising Stars Team Shaq: Damian Lillard, Kyrie Irving, Andre Drummond, Klay Thompson, Harrison Barnes, Chandler Parsons, Dion Waiters, Michael Kidd-Gilchrist, Tyler Zeller, Kemba Walker. Team Chuck: Anthony Davis, Kenneth Faried, Kawhi Leonard, Bradley Beal, Ricky Rubio, Tristan Thompson, Nikola Vucevic, Brandon Knight, Isaiah Thomas, Alexy Shved. Sulia

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During his visit to a hand specialist in New York this week, Beal was told that he should take his time before coming back and plans to heed the advice. “I’m not going to rush back. Going to take my time and wait until it heals,” Beal said. “It’s always because the type of kid I am, it takes a lot for me not to play. If I’m hurt or not. But I have to be smart now. But if I want to have a long career and just finish the season out strong, I have to take care of my body more than anything. It’s real tough, but I’m still cheering my teammates on.” Washington Post

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The Washington Wizards' Bradley Beal and the Portland Trail Blazers' Damian Lillard today were named the Kia NBA Eastern and Western Conference Rookies of the Month, respectively, for games played in January. NBA.com

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The BBVA Rising Stars Challenge -- televised live nationally on TNT at 9 p.m. ET and broadcast live on ESPN Radio, with live audio also available on NBA.com in multiple languages -- features two teams each consisting of nine rookies and sophomores mixed together, drafted from a pool selected by the NBA's assistant coaches. Joining Irving from the Sophomore class are: Kenneth Faried (Denver Nuggets), Brandon Knight (Detroit Pistons), Kawhi Leonard (San Antonio Spurs), Chandler Parsons (Houston Rockets), Klay Thompson (Golden State Warriors), Tristan Thompson (Cleveland Cavaliers), Nikola Vucevic (Orlando Magic), and Kemba Walker (Charlotte Bobcats). Davis and Lillard lead a group of rookies that includes Harrison Barnes (Warriors) Bradley Beal (Washington Wizards), Andre Drummond (Detroit Pistons), Michael Kidd-Gilchrist (Bobcats), Alexey Shved (Minnesota Timberwolves), Dion Waiters (Cavaliers), and Tyler Zeller (Cavaliers). Oregonian

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After the Wizards defeated the Chicago Bulls, 86-73, on Saturday night, rookie Bradley Beal had a new accessory to go with his post-game wardrobe: a soft, protective brace with Velcro straps on his right wrist. “My wrist is bothering me,” Beal said as he held the cast, “but it was a great team win for us. And I’m going to do whatever it takes to help the team win.” Washington Post

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That’s doesn’t mean Washington isn’t looking to shake some things up. Sources close to the process peg the Wizards as a front runner in the ongoing Rudy Gay talks with Memphis and that they do have several other situations they are involved in. The Wizards are not sending out rookie Bradley Beal as some have reported, but they do have several pieces that are moveable and attractive. HoopsWorld

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Beal's play has also gotten the attention of league executives. But Beal's agent, Mark Bartelstein told USA TODAY Sports that Washington has no plans to trade Beal to the Memphis Grizzlies in a potential deal would involve forward Rudy Gay, disputing reports that surfaced Sunday night. "I've talked with the Wizards and with Memphis and there's absolutely nothing to it," Bartelstein said. "I'm sure lots of teams would to like to have Brad, but the Wizards have absolutely no intention of trading him." USA Today Sports

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Wizards rookie guard Bradley Beal has not been mentioned in trade discussions with the Memphis Grizzlies involving swingman Rudy Gay, according to Beal’s agent, Mark Bartelstein. Washington Post

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A source with knowledge of the Wizards’ thinking called the report of the team offering Beal, “100 percent not true.” Washington Post

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Right now the Grizzlies are exploring Rudy Gay’s trade value, a search that has turned up interesting names like Bradley Beal from Washington and J.J. Redick from Orlando, to name two of the many teams who have expressed interest in Gay. They are not in a big hurry to move Gay, but the process of assessing his trade value could well culminate in a move made before next month’s trade deadline. HoopsWorld

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For example, the Griz have entertained the Washington Wizards' offer for Gay. The crux of that exchange would have the Griz receiving rookie shooting guard Bradley Beal in a larger package. The proposals for Randolph have been even weaker. Memphis Commercial Appeal

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Zach Lowe: Would be shocked, based on what I've heard, if wiz move Beal in a Rudy deal. But Wiz have surprised before. Twitter @ZachLowe_NBA

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Chris Miller: My observation on @John Wall at practice today. His speed is already back guys like @Bradley Beal will feast on open looks. #WizardsTalk Twitter @cmillscsn

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The Wizards would have sent rookie guard Bradley Beal and second-year forward Chris Singleton to the Thunder in return for Harden, winner of the NBA’s sixth-man award with Oklahoma City last season, according to these individuals, who spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to talk about the proposal. Washington Post

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A person with knowledge of Oklahoma City’s interest in Beal said the Wizards’ decision to hold on to Beal made sense because teams are often willing to trade draft picks but are more inclined to keep players once they’ve been selected. Washington Post

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The Wizards lost 83-76 to the Jazz on Saturday night at Verizon Center. The loss drops the Wizards to 0-8, which ties last season’s start – the worst in franchise history. Once again the Wizards managed to make the game competitive through three quarters before fading down the stretch. “I think we could have won more than half the games we played,” said Bradley Beal, who scored all of his six points in the first half. “That’s just my opinion. Our intensity is there, our competitiveness is there, all the way up to the fourth quarter. That’s what really kills us.” Washington Times

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