Second Chances and the Fresh Crop of NBA Prospects

Julius Hodge and Dermarr Johnson have traveled a similar path during their NBA careers when they were injured in a drive-by shooting and a car accident respectively. Now they are both considered "Fallen Angels" by Kiki Vandeweghe who is giving the two players a second chance at making an NBA roster with the New Jersey Nets. (Courtesy of TrueHoop).

Shaun Livingston also suffered a severe injury (basketball related) and now is seeking another opportunity with the Portland Trailblazers who have one open roster spot. He worked out for them on Friday.

Slam Online ranks future NBA prospects currently in high school: 2009, 2010 and 2011.

Michael Beasley fired his agent over reported disputes over sponsorship deals.