shooting guards

Ben Simmons has pushed back against criticism of his NBA career, saying 'I love this game'. The Australian guard has faced sustained scrutiny in recent seasons over his shooting, injuries and time away from the court. His comments mark a defiant response to doubters as attention on his future in the league continues.

The Chicago Bulls have agreed to trade guard Rob Dillingham to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for veteran shooter Buddy Hield, according to reporting by The New York Times citing sources. The deal sends the young guard to Charlotte while the Bulls acquire Hield, known for his three-point shooting. Reaction and full deal details are still emerging.

The Chicago Bulls are set to trade guard Dillingham to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for Buddy Hield, according to reports citing sources. The deal would send the young playmaker to Charlotte while the Bulls add Hield, a veteran known for his three-point shooting. Further details, including picks or additional players, have not been confirmed.

The Atlanta Hawks are reportedly sending Buddy Hield and rookie guard Ryan Nembhard to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for forward Dorian Finney-Smith. The deal, reported by Yahoo Sports, pairs Finney-Smith with Atlanta's frontcourt while Charlotte adds Hield's shooting and Nembhard's young backcourt depth. Fans and analysts are weighing the fit for both teams as the trade market heats up.

NBA.com has published its fantasy basketball rankings for shooting guards, tailored specifically to points-league scoring formats. The guide is aimed at fantasy managers preparing drafts or setting rosters, ranking players by the value they provide when scoring is the only stat that matters. It is part of the NBA's ongoing fantasy basketball coverage ahead of the season.

NBA.com has released its fantasy basketball rankings focused on point guards for category-based leagues. The rankings are intended to help fantasy managers evaluate and draft point guards by weighing contributions across statistical categories such as points, assists, steals and shooting efficiency rather than total fantasy points. It is part of the site's ongoing fantasy basketball coverage ahead of the season.

NBA.com has published its fantasy basketball rankings for shooting guards in category-style leagues, breaking down how players at the position stack up for fantasy managers. The rankings offer guidance on drafting and roster decisions ahead of the season, with fans and fantasy players weighing in on where their favourite guards landed.

New York Knicks guard Josh Hart says he has decided against undergoing finger surgery that could end his career, and will instead keep playing while managing the pain. The injury affects his shooting hand, and delaying the operation means he will remain available for the Knicks as they push through the NBA season, though the finger is expected to keep bothering him.

Basketball analysts are examining the long-term potential of Braylon Mullins, the UConn-bound guard known for his elite shooting. A new scouting piece argues that his jumper is only the starting point of his game, breaking down how his overall skills could develop and what his ceiling as a player might ultimately look like.