Nick Friedell: Claxton admitted that he was caught off guard by news of Kyrie’s request. Royce O’Neale said he was surprised. Nets locker room feels understandably off prior to tonight’s game.
March 21, 2023 | 2:26 pm EDT Update
Spencer Dinwiddie: We look forward to dunking on Jarrett Allen

Barbara Barker: “We look forward to dunking on Jarrett Allen,” says Spencer Dinwiddie of his former teammate whom he expects to play tonight when Nets host Cleveland.

Ira Winderman: Orlando Robinson has re-joined the Heat, and is at practice today.
Dejounte Murray won't play against Pistons due to illness

Kevin Chouinard: For tonight’s game vs. Detroit: Jalen Johnson (mild left hamstring strain; mild left groin strain) is out. Dejounte Murray (non-COVID illness) is out.
Matt Babcock: Per sources, Wake Forest’s Tyree Appleby has signed with agent Keith Kreiter of Edge Sports International. Appleby heads into the NBA pre-draft process after a stellar senior season for the Demon Deacons, in which he earned ACC Conference Player of the Year.
March 21, 2023 | 12:41 pm EDT Update
Keldon Johnson won't play against Pelicans

San Antonio: Keldon Johnson (neck sprain) has been downgraded to out for Tuesday’s game against New Orleans. Tre Jones (right hamstring contusion) and Doug McDermott (right hip contusion) are available.

Jonathan Feigen: Rockets assign TyTy Washington to the RGV Vipers in the G League. He did not play during last week’s assignment because of migraines and was a DNP vs. Warriors last night. He is, however, loading up on frequent flier miles.

Michael Grange: Scottie Barnes (wrist) did not practice for Raptors today. No word (yet) on status vs. Pacers on Wednesday.