FANTASY / PLAYER NEWS
Kelenna Azubuike: Could Miss Start of Training Camp
Update: Azubuike (knee) could miss the start of training camp, the New York Post reports. Knicks' team president Donnie Walsh said, "He is working extremely hard every day and is improving. It is too early to pinpoint an exact date when he will be available."
Analysis: Azubuike is coming off a serious surgery that he had in November of last year and the original projections were that it would take him around a full year to recover. He has the potential to be a valuable fantasy option this year, but that clearly depends on how quickly he recovers from this injury. Keep an eye on the situation as the season approaches.
Chase Budinger: Suffers Ankle Sprain
Update: Budinger suffered an ankle sprain Thursday, Marc Spears of Yahoo! Sports reports.
Analysis: The injury is expected to keep Budinger sidelined for four to six weeks, which would allow him to return for the start of the regular season.
Danny Granger: No Defense, No Play
Update: Granger is averaging just 13.3 minutes per game for Team USA in the FIBA Championships in Turkey, the Indianapolis Star reports.
Analysis: The report suggests Granger has regressed defensively over the last few seasons, as his stature as a scorer in the NBA has grown. And that his lack of defensive commitment is the reason he's being sat, while Andre Iguodala and Rudy Gay get playing time.
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