Joel Embiid‘s backup, Paul Reed, says he’d like to stay with the Sixers, Keith Pompey of the Philadelphia Inquirer writes. Reed will be a restricted free agent this summer. Reed is averaging 5.9 points and 6.6 rebounds in 16.9 minutes over eight playoff games.
“If they would like to keep me, then I would like to come back for sure,” the Sixers big man said. “I really would like to come back.”
We have more from the Atlantic Division:
- The Knicks are looking for answers as they try to stay alive in Game 5 of their series against the Heat. Immanuel Quickley apparently won’t be one of them. The guard, who was injured in Game 3, is listed as doubtful for Wednesday’s game due to a left ankle sprain, the team’s PR department tweets.
- Speaking of Knicks injuries, Jalen Brunson is toughing it out despite clearly being well below 100%, Ian Begley of SNY TV writes. Brunson has gotten treatment basically around the clock for his ankle and foot ailments, according to Begley. However, the veteran guard hasn’t given an indication publicly about the extent of the injuries and how much they are limiting him.
- Becky Hammon has earned serious consideration for the Raptors’ job, Michael Grange of Sportsnet.ca writes. The Raptors aren’t looking to make history by hiring a female head coach, he adds. If they choose Hammon, she will have to emerge as the best candidate for the job. Toronto is looking for a coach that will make his or her presence felt quickly and be judged by the win-loss mark.
Keeping Reed makes sense. They don’t have a 1st so u can’t replace him in the draft. Also Doc seems to trust him a lot more this year. I think he is a easy keep
He kind of finally figured out who Paul Reed is just in time for RFA. Too bad he never figured out who Isaiah Joe was until after they got rid of him
Hammon is going to win many more championships with Vegas than she will with Toronto. The only draw will be $$$
I think they have many really interesting potential lineups they didnt really use, and they just need to be healthy and add another shooter on the wing that can play with all their versatile playmakers. They kind of added those pieces last offseason but then there were injuries and others who didnt play for some reason. I had them much higher before the season, but I thought they were going to play completely differently
Lol you seriously can’t be saying a WNBA championship is anywhere near the same stratosphere as an NBA title. Come on now smh
The only draw will be money? What about credibility, recognition, platform, entering the coaching carousel, etc etc.
Dont let the door hit you on the way out.
No, you go sit in a corner. Now.
I’m literally coughing as I say Fournier and/or Derrick Rose
Whenever you think you need to use the word “literally,” use the word “actually,” since that is what you are attempting to say. This is how adults use English.
Except for the fact that it was used correctly, b/c it is what actually happened…
You just proved my point!
So Celtics can’t deal with a 7footer. Geez according to many bigs aren’t needed anymore. Size will always matter in the NBA.
I’m sure the Celtics wish they had another real Center. They could have used against Embiid. As does the Suns apparently .
Geezzzz size does matter !!!! Especially when you have talent.
Boston should play bigger in this matchup, but not with an extra regular 5…
Quickley wasn’t playing well. Unfortunately the depth we showed against Cavs. Not showing up against Heat. Heat doing to Knicks what Knicks did to Cavs. Playoff Experience does count. Can’t see them losing at home though.
Imagine firing Nick nurse for Becky hammon lol!