A lot of coaches have come under fire as they dive into the pool of NBA G-League players and other stars that could fit the eligibility criteria drawn by the NCAA, along with the NIL rules in College Basketball.

The NBA G League announced that Miami HEAT two-way Jahmir Young has been named NBA G League Player of the Week for his performance during the week of Jan. 19-25. Young helped lead the Skyforce to a 2–1 record over the stretch while continuing one of the most productive scoring runs in the league.

Your daily briefing on what's going on with Alabama athletics and how to watch the Crimson Tide.

At first blush, a former first overall pick receiving an assignment to the G League isn’t an update you want to hear. But this wasn’t a demotion at all — just an indication to say he’s almost back to NBA game-readiness. Zaccharie Risacher and Asa Newell were both assigned to the College Park Skyhawks on Sunday, per this update from Hawks PR:

CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Cavs might be looking to their G League affiliate for a boost as they navigate injuries and inconsistent play from their current backcourt rotation. Two players have emerged as potential candidates for a 10-day contract: former lottery pick Killian Hayes and underdog Darius Brown II.

Ex-Maryland guard Jahmir Young earns G League Player of the Week, starring for Sioux Falls while pushing toward NBA minutes

The NBA G League today announced Iowa Wolves forward Alize Johnson has been named the NBA G League Player of the Week for games played between Jan. 12-18. This is the first time Johnson has received player of the week honors and the 20th such honor in Wolves franchise history.

Tennessee trolled Charles Bediako by tagging a G League team in a social media post after the win over Alabama.

The Lakers have sent Kobe Bufkin back to the G League after his 10-day stint, a risky decision that invites NBA interest from elsewhere.

The NBA's developmental league is getting its own spotlight at All-Star Weekend, and this roster is loaded with players looking to make a name for themselves. This group of G League standouts will compete as their own team in the Rising Stars tournament,