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Date: Team: Pos:
Tony Parker - G - Spurs

Tony Parker's calf MRI came and went without a whimper, and Gregg Popovich said Parker is "fine."

"He's fine. It's the playoffs," said Popovich. We didn't expect much more than this given the MRI was precautionary, and it's good news that the injury is progressing as expected. Parker said the contusion is "dissipating well," so it's as we expected.
Source: Jeff McDonald on Twitter
May 23 - 1:24 PM
LeBron James - F - Heat

LeBron James headlined the All-NBA First Team when it was announced by the league on Thursday.

Joining him on the first team will be Tim Duncan, Kobe Bryant, Chris Paul and Kevin Durant, while the second team will be comprised of Carmelo Anthony, Blake Griffin, Marc Gasol, Tony Parker and Russell Westbrook. The Third team is James Harden, Dwyane Wade, David Lee, Paul George and Dwight Howard.
May 23 - 1:11 PM
Harrison Barnes - F - Warriors

Harrison Barnes and Klay Thompson are expected to be invited to Team USA mini camp in the offseason.

Neither name comes as a surprise considering each had a coming out party during the playoffs. Both guys will be critical in the Warriors' development as a team alongside Stephen Curry and will get valuable experience during the summer with Team USA.
Related: Klay Thompson
Source: Marc Stein on Twitter
May 23 - 12:35 PM
Anthony Davis - F - Pelicans

Anthony Davis and Ryan Anderson are expected to be invited to Team USA mini camp in July.

No surprise for either one after their seasons in New Orleans last year. Now each will be inaugural members of the new Pelicans squad, and both will be integral in what the team does into the future.
Related: Ryan Anderson
Source: Marc Stein on Twitter
May 23 - 12:19 PM
Kostas Papanikolaou - F - Trail Blazers

Kostas Papanikolaou's agent expects the Blazers to trade his client.

"As of now, we don't have any sign that leads us to believe that Kostas will go to Portland," Sfairopoulos told CSNNW.com. "Therefore, we believe that he will not be in the plans of the organization next season and probably will be traded." He won the Rising Stars Trophy for 2012/13 while playing for Olympiacos, but it's not clear when or if he'll come to the NBA.
Source: CSNNW.com
May 23 - 12:13 PM
Chandler Parsons - F - Rockets

Chandler Parsons will be invited to Team USA's mini camp in July, according to ESPN's Marc Stein.

Parsons made a name for himself this season with his breakout play, and he's proven to be one of the best value contracts in the NBA. Parsons figures to be a key part in Houston's future and he should be even better than he was this season after spending valuable time around a talented pool of players in the offseason.
Source: Marc Stein on Twitter
May 23 - 11:37 AM
Dwight Howard - C - Lakers

Lakers GM Mitch Kupchak reiterated that Mike D'Antoni "did not come up" in his meeting with Dwight Howard following Howard's exit interview.

ESPN Los Angeles reported that Howard specifically complained about D'Antoni, but that doesn't appear to be the case. "Criticism of a coach did not come up," Kupchak said. "Our coach did not come up. I think in general they all felt that there are ways to utilize their talent better going forward. That would include Dwight in that group." Kupchak added that "players don't have to like coaches. They just have to play hard."
Source: Mark Medina on Sulia
May 23 - 11:31 AM
Carl Landry - F - Warriors

Carl Landry called his current contract situation "the hardest decision" of his career.

Landry can opt out of his deal with the Warriors that has one year and $4 million remaining on it, and while he'd be virtually guaranteed a bigger pay day and a multi-year deal in free agency, he really likes the Warriors and may wind up staying with the team. "I mean, this is the best team I've ever played for on this level, especially as far as chemistry," he said. The Warriors are Landry's first option, but we'll see if that holds true when the bidding starts.
Source: Contra Costa Times
May 23 - 9:25 AM
Bradley Beal - G - Wizards

Bradley Beal (leg) confirmed he's not feeling any pain, but he still hasn't been cleared to play.

"I feel no pain, but the [stress reaction] is still there," he said. "It's always frustration. 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. " Beal's recovery is taking a little longer than expected, but he will be fine well in advance of training camp.
Source: Washington Post
May 23 - 9:22 AM
Alex Len - C - Player

The Suns could target Maryland's Alex Len with the No. 5 pick in the NBA draft.

"I have the biggest upside in this draft with the big guys," Len said at last week’s draft combine. "I think maybe 10 years from now I’ll be the best player out of this draft." Len is a legitimate seven-footer, but it's not clear if the Suns are really considering him at this time. Len is currently rehabbing from ankle surgery and was projected to have a 4-6 month recovery timetable when he underwent the procedure in early May.
Related: Suns
Source: Arizona Republic
May 23 - 9:19 AM
Paul George - G/F - Pacers

Paul George admitted to slipping up against LeBron James late in Game 1 which led to James' game-winning basket in overtime.

I slipped up, I just slipped up at the end," a sullen George said. "To have an opportunity to take the first game and be in the lead of the series ... and not being able to do it because of the last possession ... it hurts." George and the rest of the Pacers have plenty of motivation entering Game 2 vs. Miami.
Source: Indianapolis Star
May 23 - 9:18 AM
Amare Stoudemire - F/C - Knicks

Amare Stoudemire was not happy with his role this season and wants to play a bigger part next season.

After GM Glen Grunwald said STAT could be on a minutes cap, it appears as if Stoudemire is preparing himself to play as much as he can. "You know Amar’e, he’s going to work as hard as he can during the offseason," said Happy Walters, Stoudemire’s agent. "It was a tough year, but Amar’e is already looking forward to next season. He’ll be ready." It's unclear what kind of role he'll have next season since Mike Woodson won't commit to him as a starter.
Source: New York Daily News
May 23 - 9:15 AM
James Jones - G/F - Heat

James Jones has no plans to retire after the season.

"Unless something crazy happens, I'll be back," Jones said in reference to his $1.5 million player option. Why wouldn't he be? He never plays, is on the best team in basketball and can be around LeBron James every day. It's a good job if you can get it.
Source: Fox Sports Florida
May 23 - 8:55 AM
Greivis Vasquez - G - Pelicans

Multiple reports from Venezuela indicate Greivis Vasquez will have surgery on both ankles during the offseason.

The news is passed along from Bourbon Street Shots, a True Hoop affiliate of the ESPN Network. One report from Venezuela indicates Vasquez will need 12-to-16 weeks for recovery, and it's possible this impacts Vasquez's ability to play in the FIBA tournament in late August. Vasquez dealt with ankle injuries late in the year, but there has been no word on any sort of surgery or procedure to date. Stay tuned, we shouldn't have to wait too much longer to know more.
Source: BourbonStreetShots.com
May 23 - 8:50 AM
Larry Sanders - F/C - Bucks

Larry Sanders is expected to receive an invitation to USA Basketball Select team camp during the summer.

"Just found out I got selected to work out/try out for the USA Basketball Team this summer!" Sanders tweeted. "Such an amazing honor. Glory be to God." It's quite impressive for a guy who was in summer league last season attempting to prove his worth, but his impressive 2012/13 season put him on the national map. Per the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel, an official roster is expected to be announced in early June.
Source: Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel
May 23 - 8:39 AM

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