John Wall told his teammates after the Magic game that if they give the same effort on defense as on offense, they’ll be okay with a couple bad shots here and there. If the Wizards had lost their home opener Tuesday night, no one would have wanted to highlight John Wall's pre-game dance, the well-traveled Dougie, which is rarely performed as enthusiastically as in Wall's version. The updated timetable, which was delivered by head coach Stephen Silas before Friday’s game in Detroit, would mean that Saturday’s game in Dallas is the last game for either player to miss. The day before he suited up for yet another Goodman League charity exhibition game, John Wall was back at Big Blue Madness in Lexington, Ky., … His game is going to change.’ Former Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas suffered a career-altering ACL tear in 2007. James Harden had grown disgruntled at Houston and while he started the season well, his efforts and form considerably dropped during his final days. Rockets' John Wall, DeMarcus Cousins confronted James Harden in locker room meeting before trade: report Silas led the meeting following a second blowout loss against the Lakers, according to reports barry chin/globe staff It’s a war of worlds as we prepare for Celtics-Wizards Game 5 Wednesday night at the Garden. Wall opened up … His last appearance was Dec. 26, 2018. We can't dwell down on it because it's only been 9 games. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED, Download the TMZ App on the Apple App Store, Download the TMZ App on the Google Play Store. Wall had 14 points (5-14 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds, five assists, two blocks and one steal in a 120-102 loss Sunday to the Lakers. Wall was also named Eastern Conference Rookie of the Month from January–April and finished second in Rookie of the Year voting behind unanimous selection Blake Griffin and was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team . Wall was traded to the Rockets in exchange for former MVP Russell Westbrook . But fans later found that the game had been postponed due to positive COVID-19 tests for Rockets personnel. As John Wall missed a fourth consecutive game with a sore knee, the Rockets had greater clarity when they would have their starting point guard back after an examination on Tuesday. But the biggest reason for Wall’s confidence is he simply feels better. If you're John Wall, you dance your freakin' face off at the club ... and TMZ Sports has the video!! The updated timetable, which was delivered by head coach Stephen Silas before Friday’s game in Detroit, would mean that Saturday’s game in Dallas is the last game for either player to miss. With Wall out for the year, the Wizards have taken the opportunity to develop their youth in Rui Hachimura, Troy Brown and Moe Wagner in high-pressure situations. WASHINGTON -- This Sunday, Jan. 12 is a significant milestone in Wizards All-Star point guard John Wall's recovery from the surgery he had to repair his ruptured left Achilles tendon. They’ve gotten off to a 3-6 start and just got handed two blowout losses by the Los Angeles Lakers. John Wall got mad at a Bulls rookie for dancing, then hit a game-winner Wall hit a game-winner with 5.9 seconds left to give the Wizards a 101-99 win over the Bulls. Before Washington played to host to the Sixers Thursday night, Wall was dunking in his pre-game workout doing his patented left-handed slam. May 12, 2017: Game-winner against the Celtics John Wall isn't expected to return to the court for the Wizards this season, but his recovery from Achilles surgery seems to be going well. Doc Antle Visit Gets PETA's Attention ... 'Con Artist McLoser' Lost In His Own Sport!!! Wall was also named Eastern Conference Rookie of the Month from January–April and finished second in Rookie of the Year voting behind unanimous selection Blake Griffin and was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team . His last appearance was Dec. 26, 2018. John Wall on the James Harden comments: "No comment." Like Cousins, Wall didn’t play at all this past season, and the two combined to appear in only 62 games during the 2019-20 campaign, with Cousins playing 32 and Wall 30. But they won. The Celtics walked off the court prior to the game, and then, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, held a 45-minute players-only meeting in the locker room. One reason is Wall believes he has added to his game during his personal downtime, pointing to work on post-up moves and floaters. Wall set up Cousins for a 3-pointer, the center's first basket since Game 6 of the 2019 finals with the Warriors, two months before he tore his ACL and missed last season. The John Wall Dance is a dance performed by flexing the arms and twisting the wrist. Two nights before the Wizards' season kicks off, the All-Star guard hit up The Park at 14th Tuesday night for one final rager ... straight-up gettin' it while Lil Wayne's "Uproar" blasts in the speakers. John Wall Calls Out James Harden: ‘You Want To Jump Off The Cliff Off Of Nine Games?’ Unlike Harden, John Wall sees things differently in Houston. Wall opened up about his relationship with James. Once Covered in Powder from Suspicious Letter. Violent Altercation with Cop at Chiefs Game. Wizards' John Wall has high hopes for return from injury: 'I'm gonna be better than what I was before' Wall hasn't played since December of 2018 due to a torn Achilles tendon James Harden trade: John Wall, DeMarcus Cousins slammed The Beard in team meeting before Nets move . ... Mahomes' Fiancee Goes Crazy After Chiefs Win!!! It will mark 11 months since he had the procedure, for which an 11-to-15 month rehab timeline is generally prescribed. John Wall Calls Out James Harden: ‘You Want To Jump Off The Cliff Off Of Nine Games?’ Unlike Harden, John Wall sees things differently in Houston. #RepTheDistrict pic.twitter.com/NSqQbvsvCL. James Harden trade: John Wall, DeMarcus Cousins slammed The Beard in team meeting before Nets move . Wall posted his … Wall set up Cousins for a 3-pointer, the center’s first basket since Game 6 of the 2019 finals with the Warriors, two months before he tore his ACL and missed last season. John Wall was named 2011 Rookie Game MVP during the 2011 All-Star Weekend. #Rockets — Ben DuBose (@BenDuBose) January 13, 2021. Stephen Silas says he remains hopeful John Wall and Christian Wood will be back for the home game Tuesday against Washington. Before he could even come back to the floor, Wall was traded from the Washington Wizards to the Houston Rockets, and last night, he got to play his very first game with the franchise. Like Cousins, Wall didn’t play at all this past season, and the two combined to appear in only 62 games during the 2019-20 campaign, with Cousins playing 32 and Wall 30. It took 735 days, two surgeries and one trade before John Wall returned to the NBA. The season before … Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) shoots over Houston Rockets guard John Wall (1) during the second quarter of the Jan. 12 game in Houston. John Wall played in his first NBA game in two years Thursday night after a prolonged recovery from two injuries, which the five-time All-Star said he thought at … Wall's famous for his dance moves -- and Troop 41 even released a song dedicated and inspired by his trademark dance. We can't dwell down on it because it's only been 9 games. They’ve gotten off to a 3-6 start and just got handed two blowout losses by the … John Wall was named 2011 Rookie Game MVP during the 2011 All-Star Weekend. Wall missed three games in that second-round series after fracturing his left wrist in hand in Game 1, only to return for Games 5 and 6. As John Wall missed a fourth consecutive game with a sore knee, the Rockets had greater clarity when they would have their starting point guard back after an examination on Tuesday. John Wall got mad at a Bulls rookie for dancing, then hit a game-winner Wall hit a game-winner with 5.9 seconds left to give the Wizards a 101-99 win over the Bulls. Wall says that his idea for the dance came from the music video of the song "Do the Shizz" made by the Louisville rapper Kenzo. John Wall isn't expected to return to the court for the Wizards this season, but his recovery from Achilles surgery seems to be going well. Stephen Silas says he remains hopeful John Wall and Christian Wood will be back for the home game Tuesday against Washington. And J-Wow, though spotty at times, was largely spectacular, coming up one steal shy of a triple-double. Before Washington played to host to the Sixers Thursday night, Wall was dunking in his pre-game workout doing his patented left-handed slam. Come on, man. — Kelly Iko (@KellyIkoNBA) January 9, 2021. 1 of 5 Houston Rockets' John Wall dishes the ball during the second quarter of an NBA basketball game against the Sacramento Kings, Saturday, Jan. 2, 2021, in Houston. It took 735 days, two surgeries and one trade before John Wall returned to the NBA. Come on, man. Wall had 14 points (5-14 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds, five assists, two blocks and one steal in a 120-102 loss Sunday to the Lakers. The last time Wall played for the Wizards it was with a stale roster that needed re-shuffling. In the case of new Houston Rockets point guard John Wall, though, he expects to come back even better than before. Houston Rockets guard John Wall (1) works out with assistant coach John Lucas before an NBA game between the Houston Rockets and Phoenix Suns on Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021, at Toyota Center in Houston. barry chin/globe staff It’s a war of worlds as we prepare for Celtics-Wizards Game 5 … While Wall is a terrific player, his lingering issues have always been a thorn in the path of success for the franchise. Based on his performance Thursday night, it was hard to tell any time had passed at all. The season before … When the season begins just before Christmas, Wall will have gone two full years without having played in an NBA game. 13 hours ago HOUSTON (SportsRadio 610)- Just hours before playing in his first NBA game in two years John Wall was on the floor prior to the Rockets morning shootaround at … 1) Amid a crush of media and fan requests, John Wall has mostly refrained from dancing since his arrival in Washington, certainly in any non-media setting. NBA News: John Wall and DeMarcus Cousins facing a … John Wall on not being in MVP race: "All I really want to do is translate these numbers that I'm getting to wins. The day before he suited up for yet another Goodman League charity exhibition game, John Wall was back at Big Blue Madness in Lexington, … Wall's regular-season opener is Thursday night -- Washington takes on the Miami Heat at the Capital One Arena in D.C. © 2021 EHM PRODUCTIONS,INC. Five games into his career as a Rocket, Wall has been impressive. John Wall isn't expected to return to the court for the Wizards this season, but his recovery from Achilles surgery seems to be going well. 1) Amid a crush of media and fan requests, John Wall has mostly refrained from dancing since his arrival in Washington, certainly in any non-media setting. Before Washington played to host to the Sixers Thursday night, Wall was dunking in his pre-game workout doing his patented left-handed slam. Gilbert Arenas knows John Wall’s pain: ‘I wasn’t the same player. Wall says that his idea for the dance came from the music video of the song "Do the Shizz" made by the Louisville rapper Kenzo. John Wall: "If we can all get on the same page, we can be something good here. The John Wall Dance is a dance performed by flexing the arms and twisting the wrist. — Kelly Iko (@KellyIkoNBA) January 9, 2021. Subscribe to Stathead , the set of tools used by the pros, to unearth this and other interesting factoids. Wizards guard John Wall has been the best player in this series. May 12, 2017: Game-winner against the Celtics Wall set up Cousins for a 3-pointer, the center's first basket since Game 6 of the 2019 finals with the Warriors, two months before he tore his ACL and missed last season. Five games into his career as a Rocket, Wall has been impressive. Things are starting to go from bad to worse for the Houston Rockets. John Wall on the James Harden comments: "No comment." In the case of new Houston Rockets point guard John Wall, though, he expects to come back even better than before. Get TMZ breaking news sent right to your browser! (Troy Taormina/Pool Photo via AP) You're going to jump off the cliff off of 9 games? John Wall is the all-time leader in blocked shots among players 6'3" or under. When the season begins just before Christmas, Wall will have gone two full years without having played in an NBA game. Wall missed the entire 2019-20 season due to a ruptured Achilles tendon, while Beal shouldered the load, averaging 30.5 points and 6.1 assists per game and coming close to … American basketball player John Wall first performed the eponymous dance during his introduction at Big Blue Madness at the University of Kentucky in October 2009. American basketball player John Wall first performed the eponymous dance during his introduction at Big Blue Madness at the University of Kentucky in October 2009. How do NBA superstars prep for the regular season?? Can you name what player has the 2nd-most? John Wall: "If we can all get on the same page, we can be something good here. But the biggest reason for Wall’s confidence is he simply feels better. John Wall told his teammates after the Magic game that if they give the same effort on defense as on offense, they’ll be okay with a couple bad shots here and there. Things are starting to go from bad to worse for the Houston Rockets. Flight Attendant Tells Him, 'You can drive', ©2021 EHM PRODUCTIONS,INC. 1 of 5 Houston Rockets' John Wall dishes the ball during the second quarter of an NBA basketball game against the Sacramento Kings, Saturday, Jan. 2, 2021, in Houston. This offseason, the Wizards finally parted ways with their cornerstone player in John Wall. You can see in the footage Wall is having a blast -- dancing with everyone right in front of the DJ booth and sippin' on some Ciroc with the owner of the club. John Wall on not being in MVP race: "All I really want to do is translate these numbers that I'm getting to wins. When he comes back, presumably at the start of next season, he'll have an exciting new group to dish assists to every night. #Rockets — Ben DuBose (@BenDuBose) January 13, 2021. Wall missed the entire 2019-20 season due to a ruptured Achilles tendon, while Beal shouldered the load, averaging 30.5 points and 6.1 assists per game … You're going to jump off the cliff off of 9 games? One reason is Wall believes he has added to his game during his personal downtime, pointing to work on post-up moves and floaters. Wizards guard John Wall has been the best player in this series. If you're John Wall, you dance your freakin' face off at the club... and TMZ Sports has the video!! James Harden had grown disgruntled at Houston and while he started the season well, his efforts and form considerably dropped during his final days. 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