Kevin Durant, Bradley Beal expected to return to Suns lineup vs. Lakers on Tuesday

Jaylen Brown recently opened up about his mental health struggles, including anxiety and depression, in an interview with the School of Hard Knocks, emphasizing the importance of resilience and faith. As he steps into a leading role for the Celtics due to Jayson Tatum's injury, Brown acknowledges the team's retooling phase while focusing on personal growth and mental well-being. Want More Context? 🔎

Donte DiVincenzo, who missed 18 games last season due to turf toe but played a crucial role in the Timberwolves’ playoff run, has been sidelined again by the same injury just before EuroBasket, preventing him from joining the Italian national team. Despite this setback, the Timberwolves expect him to be ready for the upcoming NBA season, where he averaged 11.7 points and shot 39.7% from three-point range last year. Want More Context? 🔎

In this edition of Knicks' Mailbag, SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley discusses the Knicks' interest in Ben Simmons for their final roster spot and the potential for Landry Shamet. Coach Mike Brown will influence personnel decisions, while the front office has made some missteps, including the Obi Toppin trade, and projections suggest a win total of around 49 for Brown's first season. Want More Context? 🔎