The Detroit Pistons have signed guard Jaden Akins to an Exhibit 10 contract, a non-guaranteed deal that will allow him to join the Motor City Cruise in the G League after the preseason. Akins, who went undrafted in the 2025 NBA Draft, averaged 12.8 points and 3.5 rebounds per game during his senior year at Michigan State.
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New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson is sidelined with a bone contusion in his left foot, which he sustained during a game against the San Antonio Spurs when he landed on Victor Wembanyama's foot. Although he missed a game against the Boston Celtics, Williamson reassured fans that the injury isn't serious, describing it as day-to-day and not long-term. Want More Context? 🔎
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The WNBA has proposed a 30-day extension for negotiations on a new collective bargaining agreement, which is crucial as the current CBA expires soon, potentially leading to a strike or lockout. Tensions are rising between the WNBA and the players' union over salary and revenue distribution models, with the league accusing the union of not presenting a viable economic proposal. Want More Context? 🔎
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Obi Toppin will miss at least a month due to a right hamstring strain, while Bennedict Mathurin is considered "week-to-week" with a right big toe sprain, adding to the Indiana Pacers' injury woes. With these setbacks, the team now has a total of eight players listed on the injury report ahead of their game against the Mavericks. Want More Context? 🔎
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