Nevertheless, while the new season is quickly approaching, plenty could still happen ahead of opening night. Big names such as Carmelo Anthony remain available on the free-agent market, while superstars such as Chris Paul continue to be linked with a trade. This means that plenty should happen over the next four weeks, and here are all the latest NBA news and rumors you need to know for September 28th.
Kyrie Irving expresses regret over his final season with the Celtics
Kyrie Irving joined the Boston Celtics back in the summer of 2017, and the move presented the All-Star with the chance to lead his own team. However, while Irving’s first season was largely a success, the point guard often looked unhappy throughout his second year, and frequently criticized his teammates as the Celtics endured an underwhelming season.
Irving left Boston for the Nets in free agency, although during Media Day, the 27-year-old admitted that he had failed the Celtics over the past year:
During the 18-19 season, Irving averaged 23.8 points, 6.9 assists, and 5.0 rebounds per game. He will be joined in Brooklyn by Kevin Durant and DeAndre Jordan.
Terry Rozier doesn’t want to be compared to Kemba Walker
Following the departure of Kemba Walker earlier this summer, the Charlotte Hornets signed Terry Rozier to a three-year, $58 million deal. The Hornets’ decision to bring in Rozier to such a large contract after refusing to offer Walker a maximum extension was widely criticized, and many have negatively compared Rozier’s skillset to his predecessors.
Nevertheless, Rozier told Rick Bonnell of The Charlotte Observer that he is focusing on his own game ahead of the new season:
Rozier spent the 18-19 season as Boston’s reserve point guard, averaging 9.0 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game. However, Rozier demonstrated his potential to play a more prominent role as he almost guided the Celtics to the NBA Finals during the 2018 playoffs.
Paul George should return to the court by November
Following the All-Star break, Paul George struggled with pain in his shoulder, and the 29-year-old underwent surgery following Oklahoma City’s playoff elimination to the Portland Trail Blazers. George’s return date has been heavily speculated, although The Athletic is reporting that the All-Star is set to return by November:
After two seasons with the Thunder, George was traded to the Clippers in a blockbuster deal earlier this summer. He will team up in Los Angeles with Kawhi Leonard - who has also endured his fair share of injury issues.
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