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Kevin Love and Georges Niang are back in Cleveland…as members of the Utah Jazz. They are not playing the same level of minutes as they did in years past, but the two forwards have different roles in the league now: as veterans mentoring a young team, stewarding them through the trials and tribulations of the NBA.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / December 16

NBA Notes: Jazz, Georges Niang, Hawks, Grizzlies, John Konchar

Veteran forward Georges Niang remains weeks away from making his season debut, the Jazz announced in a team release. Niang continues to progress through rehab from a stress reaction in the fourth metatarsal of his left foot but will be sidelined at least two more weeks before being reexamined.

Utah Jazz News / Hoops Rumors / December 15

Jazz’s Georges Niang Out At Least Two More Weeks

Veteran forward Georges Niang still isn’t close to making his season debut, according to the Jazz, who announced in a press release that the 32-year-old continues to progress through rehab but will be out at least two more weeks, which is the next time he’ll be reexamined.

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Utah Jazz News / Hoops Wire / November 23

Jazz expect Georges Niang to make season debut soon

The Jazz say forward Georges Niang will be re-evaluated in 10 to 14 days as he works his way back from a stress reaction in his left foot. The fourth-metatarsal issue has kept him out since Utah traded for him last month in a deal that sent rookie RJ Luis to Boston and helped the Celtics clear some money off their books.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / November 14

Utah Jazz Issue New Update on Georges Niang's Injury

It looks like there's still a bit of time to go until we get to see Georges Niang make his Utah Jazz debut. According to a new injury update from the Jazz, Niang, who's been forced out with a foot injury since the start of training camp, will be re-evaluated in one week as he continues to progress through his rehab process.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 15

Celtics cut player acquired in Georges Niang trade before 2025-26 season

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 12

NBA Notes: Jazz, Georges Niang, Warriors, Moses Moody, Thunder

Forward Georges Niang will be re-evaluated in two to three weeks as he works his way back from a stress reaction in his left foot, the Jazz announced. Niang suffered the injury during offseason training, and while he’s making progress, there’s still no clear timeline for his return.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / October 12

Jazz forward to be re-evaluated in two to three weeks

Utah Jazz forward Georges Niang will be re-evaluated in two to three weeks as he works to come back from a fourth metatarsal stress reaction in his left foot, the team announced in a press release.

Utah Jazz News / The Lead / October 7

What is Georges Niang’s Role With Jazz Upon Return From Injury?

The Utah Jazz got the kind of professional headline no team wants — Georges Niang is on the shelf. The forward suffered a stress reaction in the fourth metatarsal of his left foot during offseason training, the club said.

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Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / October 1

Georges Niang Speaks on Returning to Utah Jazz

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Utah Jazz News / Hoops Wire / September 27

Georges Niang to miss start of Jazz camp with foot injury

Jazz forward Georges Niang has suffered a fourth metatarsal stress reaction in his left foot during offseason workouts, the team announced. He’ll be reevaluated in two weeks.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / August 25

Utah Jazz's Georges Niang Came Close to Playing Overseas

It looks like the newest Utah Jazz trade addition, Georges Niang, almost had the opportunity to suit up overseas this summer as a part of this year's EuroBasket tournament.

Utah Jazz News / Hoops Wire / August 10

Rumor: Jazz Plan To Keep Georges Niang

The Utah Jazz plan to keep Georges Niang, according to NBA insider Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. The Jazz acquired Niang from the Boston Celtics, who acquired the forward from the Atlanta Hawks in the Kristaps Porziņģis trade.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / August 6

Who Could Celtics Trade Next Following Georges Niang Deal?

Forward Georges Niang has been well-traveled this offseason. The 6-foot-7 vet, 32, was first shipped off to the Boston Celtics — along with a future second-round draft pick — as compensation for former starting Boston center Kristaps Porzingis in a three-team deal with the Brooklyn Nets.

Boston Celtics News / Last Word On Sports / August 6

The Celtics’ Starting Five After Trading Niang And Adding Boucher

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Boston Celtics News / Last Word On Sports / August 5

Why The Celtics Traded Away 39.9% Flamethrower Georges Niang

BOSTON – The Boston Celtics continue to reshape their roster in a calculated attempt to dodge harsh luxury tax penalties. They’ve already shipped out Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porziņģis in cost-cutting deals.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 25

Celtics complete predraft salary dumps with Kristaps Porzingis trade

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NBA News / Yardbarker / July 31, 2024

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 27, 2024

Cavaliers' Georges Niang Reaches Career Milestone

The Cleveland Cavaliers identified massive weakness on their roster following their early playoff exit last season. They needed more frontcourt depth and three-point shooting which led them to signing Georges Niang.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / January 18, 2024

Cavs’ Georges Niang Is The First NBA Player To Ever Do This

On Wednesday night, the Cleveland Cavaliers extended their season-long winning streak to six games with a dominant 135-95 triumph over the Milwaukee Bucks.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / January 17, 2024

Georges Niang’s Career Night Steers Cavs To Sixth Straight Victory

This past offseason, the Cleveland Cavaliers signed forward Georges Niang to a three-year, $26 million contract in free agency. The primary reason for this signing?

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / December 5, 2023

Unexpected Part Of Georges Niang's Game Helping Cavs

Coming into his first season with the Cleveland Cavaliers, it was assumed Georges Niang would fill a specific need — knocking down threes. That didn't quite happen in the early going, but in November, the 30-year-old forward found his mark from distance.