Jalen McDaniels: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 20

Timberwolves’ Jaden McDaniels reveals how Minnesota dominated Lakers without Jaxson Hayes

Heading into Game 1 against the Los Angeles Lakers, one of the biggest questions surrounding the game was how the Minnesota Timberwolves would operate in the minutes when JJ Redick doesn’t have a true center on the court.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / March 8

Wizards Cut Ties with Jalen McDaniels

The Washington Wizards have been trying to find a spark for their team as the regular season slowly reaches its end. They recently claimed JT Thor off waivers as well as signed Jalen McDaniels to a 10-day contract.

NBA News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / March 7

Former Philadelphia 76ers Player Released Early by Wizards

A former Philadelphia 76ers trade acquisition is still in search of a long-term NBA home. Unfortunately for Jalen McDaniels, the Washington Wizards will not be one for him.

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Washington Wizards News / Fastbreak on SI / February 22

Washington Wizards Sign 6-Year NBA Player After Bucks Game

Jalen McDaniels most recently played in the NBA when he appeared in 50 games for the Toronto Raptors (last season). He averaged 3.4 points and 1.6 rebounds per contest while shooting 34.4% from the field and 16.9% from the three-point range.

NBA News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / February 22

NBA News: Former 76ers Forward Lands Contract With Wizards

At the 2023 trade deadline, the Philadelphia 76ers made a big change regarding one of their key prospects at the time. With him getting ready to be extension eligible that coming offseason, they traded defensive standout Matisse Thybulle to the Portland Trail Blazers.

Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / February 22

5-Year NBA Veteran To Join Wizards On 10-Day Contract

The Washington Wizards have been tinkering with the end of their roster of late. Owners of the worst record in the NBA at 9-46, there is certainly no playoff push coming over the remaining 27 regular season games, so there’s no harm in doing so.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / February 22

Wizards signing Jalen McDaniels to 10-day contract

The Wizards are signing Jalen McDaniels to a 10-day contract, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link). In order to make room for McDaniels on the 15-man roster, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype tweets Washington will waive Erik Stevenson from his 10-day pact.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / November 27

Five Questions on New Wizards Prospect

The Washington Wizards are hoping to revive the career of fifth-year pro Jalen McDaniels, trading for his G League rights over the weekend. McDaniels, 26, was with the Toronto Raptors last season, but was traded over the summer to the Sacramento Kings for Davion Mitchell.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / November 26

Former 76ers Trade Deadline Acquisition Finds New Team

Former Philadelphia 76ers veteran Jalen McDaniels has found a new team. After spending some time in free agency, it seems the market is dry for McDaniels.

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / November 24

Former Raptors Forward Joins Wizards G League Team

The Washington Wizards organization is welcoming a veteran presence for its G League team, the Capital City Go-Go. According to HoopsHype insider Michael Scotto, the Go-Go have acquired five-year NBA pro Jalen McDaniels.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / November 23

Wizards Signing Former Raptors Forward To G League Deal

Jalen McDaniels, the 6-foot-9 forward known for his versatility and defensive potential, is set to join the Washington Wizards’ G League affiliate, the Capital City Go-Go, per Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / November 23

Jalen McDaniels Signs G League Contract

Five-year NBA veteran Jalen McDaniels will resume his career in the G League, having signed an NBAGL contract, according to the league’s official transaction log.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / October 19

New Free Agent Target Emerges for the Kings

With the start of the regular season only days away, the Sacramento Kings still have huge questions surrounding their frontcourt. Last week the Kings shipped

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / October 17

Cleveland Cavaliers Urged To Add Intriguing Young Forward

The Cleveland Cavaliers did not make any moves via trade or free agency during the offseason, so outside of first-round pick Jaylon Tyson, they are essentially running it back with the same roster.

Sacramento Kings News / Hardwood Heroics / October 17

Sacramento Kings Add Career 41% Three-Point Shooter Free Agent to New 1-Year Deal After Trading Jalen McDaniels

The Sacramento Kings continue to make moves before the 2024-25 season starts, as they’ve added free agent sharpshooter Doug McDermott on a one-year contract, per ESPN’s Shams Charania.

Sacramento Kings News / Last Word On Sports / October 16

Kings Sign Sharpshooter After Minor Trade

Even before they decided to trade Jalen McDaniels to the San Antonio Spurs and open up a roster spot, the Sacramento Kings needed to shore up their forward depth.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / October 15

Kings' Best Free-Agent Option Following Jalen McDaniels Trade Revealed

After trading Jalen McDaniels to the San Antion Spurs , the Sacramento Kings have opened up a roster spot and around $4.7 million in cap space. Even with McDaniels on the roster, the Kings were in desperate need of wing depth.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / October 14

Kings Swap Talented Rookie for Bucks Big Man in Mock Trade

The Sacramento Kings traded Jalen McDaniels to the San Antonio Spurs, creating an empty roster spot and freeing up about $4.7 million in cap space. According

Sacramento Kings News / Field Level Media / October 14

Report: Kings' Jalen McDaniels traded to Spurs, will be waived

The Sacramento Kings freed up a roster spot Monday by trading forward Jalen McDaniels and a second-round draft pick to the San Antonio Spurs, ESPN reported.

NBA News / Raptors Nation / October 14

Kings Trade Former Raptors Forward Jalen McDaniels To Spurs

Jalen McDaniels is on the move again. The Sacramento Kings are trading the former Toronto Raptors and a second-round pick to the San Antonio Spurs, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Wire / October 14

Kings Trading Jalen McDaniels To Spurs In Salary-Dump Move

The Kings are creating a little more financial flexibility, trading forward Jalen McDaniels and a second-round draft pick to the Spurs, per NBA insider Shams Charania of ESPN.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / October 14

Kings trade forward, draft pick to Spurs in salary dump

Kings trade veteran forward, second-round pick to Spurs in salary dump

The Spurs reportedly intend to waive McDaniels after the trade is official, so his salary will remain on their cap as dead money for the rest of 2024-25.

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Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / October 5

Kings’ McDaniels Reveals the Challenge of Defending the Big 3

With the addition of six-time NBA All-Star DeMar DeRozan, the Sacramento Kings have formed a "big three" around De'Aaron Fox, Domantas Sabonis, and DeRozan.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / June 27

Raptors forward’s stunned reaction to getting traded goes viral

Raptors forward’s stunned reaction to getting traded to Kings goes viral

Former Raptors wing Jalen McDaniels went from smiling to stunned in a matter of seconds when he found out he got traded to the Kings.

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NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / June 27

Raptors acquire former top-10 pick in trade with Kings

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NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / April 29

Timberwolves’ Jaden McDaniels showcasing elite defense

The 2024 NBA Playoffs have been a coming-out party for the Minnesota Timberwolves. They got matched up with a star-studded Phoenix Suns team in the first round, which would sometimes intimidate a younger, up-and-coming team as many would categorize Minnesota as being.