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» Wednesday, May 22 2013

Tony Parker’s three-day layoff between Games 2 and 3 of the Western Conference finals will include a precautionary MRI on Thursday to track the progress of his bruised left calf. Parker was initially injured 12 days ago in Game 3 of the conference semifinal series against Golden State, resulting in what he described as “by far” the biggest bruise he’s ever had. “The calf is doing better,” he said. “Doing the MRI…just to make sure. It definitely limited me in the limit me in the last (three) games against Golden State and those two games (against Memphis). “But slowly and surely I’m turning the corner. Those three days arrive at a perfect time for me, so I’m definitely going to use them wisely. I’ll be ready to go on Saturday.” San Antonio Express-News

San Antonio Spurs, Tony Parker, Injuries 

The Wizards initially stated that he would be out for at least six weeks, but Beal is anxious to have another update in the next week or two, so that he can get back to doing what he loves most. He had his last X-ray almost a month ago, “so I’m probably due for a checkup real soon. I feel no pain, but the [stress reaction] is still there.” “It’s always frustration,” Beal said of being out. “But at the same time, I have to stay positive, make sure I’m doing what I’m supposed to do. Making sure I’m able to take care of myself and just stay on top of it. Basically just being patient and when I get out there, I’ll get out there.” Washington Post

Washington Wizards, Injuries, Bradley Beal 

Noel's timing wasn't planned but has worked out perfectly. He was originally in the class of 2014 but reclassified and then graduated from Tilton (N.H.) before selecting Kentucky over Syracuse and Georgetown. Had he stayed in high school, any chance of his being the top pick in 2014 probably wouldn't have occurred with the arrival of Andrew Wiggins. The season at Kentucky, the ACL injury, the possibility of being a top pick, the rehab and ultimately the chance to play with All-Star Kyrie Irving in Cleveland is all overwhelming. "It has been surreal,'' Noel said. "It's crazy. I could be graduating high school right now, walking out on stage. I definitely made the best decision for myself. My year at Kentucky was the best year I've ever had.'' ESPN.com

Draft, Injuries, Nerlens Noel 

Wilk said the recovery is looked at in blocks of time. Noel is shooting on the court now. He will work toward jumping and landing before they can get to scrimmaging. "We're about three major steps away,'' Wilk said of Noel being cleared. "The advantage of waiting is maturation of the graft, and as that happens, the graft matures and gets stronger. Theoretically it will be stronger at 10-12 months more than six. The muscles can get bigger, the quads and hips can get stronger to take the pounding off the knee. That's the advantage of waiting. "But the disadvantage is that there can be a confidence issue and competitiveness,'' Wilk said. "You don't want to lose confidence in your leg.'' ESPN.com

Draft, Injuries, Nerlens Noel 

Noel didn't hesitate to come down here full time. He didn't want to commute from Boston. He wanted to show teams his commitment to his rehab. He spoke with Orlando, Charlotte, Phoenix, New Orleans and his hometown Boston Celtics in Chicago last week. He's hoping he has to interview only one place on the road -- in Cleveland. "I want everyone to know that I want to play this game, the game I love as soon as possible,'' Noel said. "I want to be ready. I've really benefited by being here. I want to come back as strong as possible.'' Noel said he likes being in Birmingham where no one bothers him and there aren't distractions. There was no crew hanging here with him. After the lottery show Tuesday night, he sat with his same group of four -- his friend Ricky, Shenbaum, Driscoll and his mom -- having a quiet dinner. ESPN.com

Draft, Injuries, Nerlens Noel 
 

» Tuesday, May 21 2013

Atlanta Hawks player Dahntay Jones says he feels REALLLY bad about injuring Kobe Bryant's ankle right before the NBA playoffs ... but he's adamant, he didn't do it on purpose! Jones was at LAX yesterday when he told TMZ ... even though it's only been 2 months since the controversial play, he doesn't hold a grudge against people like Ice Cube -- who called him a dirty cheater days after the play. In case you forgot, Lakers fans were calling for Dahntay's head after Kobe landed on DJ's ankle during a jump shot on March 13 -- with people saying Dahntay put his foot in Kobe's jump zone with the intention of injuring the NBA star. "I apologize once again," DJ told us ... "I wish you a speedy recovery, Kobe." TMZ.com

Atlanta Hawks, Los Angeles Lakers, Kobe Bryant, Injuries, Dahntay Jones 
 

» Monday, May 20 2013

Carmelo Anthony will have his ailing left shoulder re-examined by team doctors to determine the extent of the injury and how to treat it, according to a Knicks official. The club is hopeful that Anthony's injury is not serious and that it will improve with rest and therapy and won't require surgery. Anthony had been playing with minor discomfort since Game 5 of the Knicks first round series against Boston when Kevin Garnett yanked his arm while setting a screen. New York Daily News

New York Knicks, Carmelo Anthony, Injuries 
 

» Sunday, May 19 2013

Carmelo Anthony will have his ailing left shoulder re-examined by team doctors to determine the extent of the injury and how to treat it, according to a Knicks official. The club is hopeful that Anthony's injury is not serious and that it will improve with rest and therapy and won't require surgery. Anthony had been playing with minor discomfort since Game 5 of the Knicks first round series against Boston when Kevin Garnett yanked his arm while setting a screen. New York Daily News

New York Knicks, Carmelo Anthony, Injuries 
 
 
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