Adam Edstrom gets chance in Rangers lineup after injury issues
The Rangers waived Tyler Pitlick back to the minors this week, acquiring another veteran forward, with rookie winger Adam Edstrom getting his first crack at replacing him in the lineup. The 6-foot-7 Swede scored a goal in his NHL debut with the Blueshirts on Dec. 15 and was subsequently sent back to AHL Hartford, where […]
Rangers trying to break power-play funk after lineup change didn’t work
Despite the talent and precision that propelled the unit to No. 1 overall rankings earlier this season, and even though the team is currently on a five-game winning streak, Peter Laviolette has helped the Rangers solve a suddenly ineffective power play. I understand what I need to do. And he fully believes they will. The […]
Cam Johnson set to return but where he will fit in Nets’ lineup in question
Cam Johnson is on the verge of returning, barring a setback. This is as healthy as the Nets have been since opening night, but the Nets will be even healthier. “Yes, he seems to be playing well.” [Wednesday]That’s a good thing,” Brooklyn coach Jacque Vaughn said before Tuesday night’s 118-110 loss to the Celtics. Johnson […]
Lineup shakeup doesn’t provide spark St. John’s hoped
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Rick Pitino benched his captain Tuesday night. St. John’s lost 75-72 to Providence, and Joel Soriano was left out of the starting lineup for the first time this season. Pitino started Zuby Ejiofor in place of Soriano, who has struggled recently, but not much changed for Johnny. Ejiofor showed signs of strength, […]
Jalen Brunson returns to lineup after injury scare in Knicks boost
Jalen Brunson’s fear didn’t last long. The star point guard returned from a one-game absence and started the Knicks’ game against the Pacers on Saturday at the Garden. Previously, Brunson was ruled out for Thursday’s loss to the Mavericks due to a sprained right ankle that was ruled out during the game, making it one […]
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Mikal Bridges, Cam Thomas discovering chemistry in Nets’ lineup
Two of the Nets’ stars have found their groove in big-point games as well as each other. Mikal Bridges and Cam Thomas weren’t always on the same page at the beginning of the season. One will score a 30-40 point night, while the other won’t pop out in the box score. But with Thomas in […]
Ben Simmons expected to return to Nets’ lineup vs. 76ers
Brooklyn and Ben Simmons avoided further injury setbacks. Simmons was injured late in Wednesday’s loss to Phoenix, raising concerns about another long layoff, sources told The Post. He is expected to be available for the match against the 76ers. Simmons missed nearly three months (38 straight games) with a pinched nerve in his lower back […]
Knicks’ Villanova trio embracing rare starting lineup reunion
All three were NCAA champions at Villanova, but the three former Wildcats appreciate that they will likely share the starting lineup with the Knicks as long as Julius Randle is sidelined. Josh Hart has been joined by Jalen Brunson and Donte DiVincenzo as starters in the past two games, leading to blowout wins over the […]
Ben Simmons all smiles after impressive return to Nets’ lineup
Ben Simmons, visibly happy after returning from injury, believes the Nets have the potential to be a solid team and wants to continue to be a part of it. “If you do everything you’re supposed to do, you’ll be in really good shape,” Simmons said. “But it takes time and focus and dedication from the […]