Lenktynės dėl Lebrono Jameso NBA užkulisiuose įsibėgėja. Dėl 41-erių puolėjo kontrakto rikiuojasi būrys aukščiausiosios lygos klubų, tačiau pranešama, kad šiuo metu tik trys komandos turi realų šansą pasirašyti sutartį su žvaigžde. Stepheno Smitho laidoje „Straight Shooter“ ESPN žurnalistas Shamsas Charania paskelbė, kad pagrindinės ekipos, turinčios daugiausiai šansų prisivilioti 206 cm krepšininką, yra Klivlando „ Cavaliers “, Majamio „ Heat “ ir Fil...
No Cody, Ace, or Darryn Peterson? No problem. Lesser known Jazzmen dominate OKC 103-69 in their final Summer League game at the Huntsman Center. Blake Hinson -C Tonight wasn’t Hinson’s strongest shooting performance, but he still hit a pair of threes. Hinson is just a very solid player, and has shown to be a very […]
Ron Holland played regularly off the bench in his second season with the Pistons until the postseason came around. Holland averaged 8.2 points, 4.0 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.2 steals in 19.9 minutes per game during 78 regular season appearances. However, he saw action in just nine postseason contests, averaging 6.4 minutes in those outings. […]
The Pelicans have re-signed Hunter Dickinson to a two-way contract, according to the NBA transactions log. Dickinson was tendered a two-way qualifying offer prior to free agency, making him a restricted free agent. The former Michigan and Kansas standout, who appeared in five NBA games in his rookie season after going undrafted, likely simply signed […]
Caitlin Clark being targeted was considered a conspiracy theory by many until now. Clark suffered through some hard fouls as a rookie, multiple flagrant fouls, which were seen as something beyond the physicality. Indiana Fever fandom theorized that it was a coordinated attack on Clark, particularly. But it remained in that bubble as the rest […]
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As if LakeShow needed more to feel like Rob Pelinka overspent on Walker Kessler, Jovan Buha, backed by more NBA insiders, confirmed that the Los Angeles Lakers have officially signed Kevon Looney. Previously, they were competing with the New York Knicks for him. But after the reigning champions got the steal in the center market, […]
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Three teams leading the race for LeBron James, all other in the "peripheral."
The Los Angeles Lakers want Jonathan Kuminga, and going all-in is the easiest path to making it happen.
The blockbuster trade that sent Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers has continued to divide the NBA world. While the Celtics insist the move was necessary for their long-term future, not everyone is buying the explanation. Among the loudest critics is Sixers legend Charles Barkley. His initial reaction wasn’t to break down the trade, but […]
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Wizards Khris Middleton is headed back to Washington. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the veteran forward has agreed to a three-year, $17.6 million contract that will send him to the Wizards in a sign-and-trade with the Mavericks. The deal will be folded into a massive six-team transaction involving the Wizards, Mavericks, Grizzlies, Bucks, Clippers and […]
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French legend Thierry Henry had some harsh words for Argentina and Lionel Messi after their Round of 16 win over Egypt in the World Cup.
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The Cleveland Cavaliers remain among the top contenders, and the Minnesota Timberwolves have “ramped up” their approach to land free agent LeBron James. But the biggest talk has been around the Golden State Warriors and their ability to lure Anthony Davis to form a Big 4. Meeting with Draymond Green could tilt the situation, as […]
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Analyzing Kevon Looney's role in the Lakers' updated roster depth chart following his free agency signing.
As expected, Isaiah Hartenstein‘s three-year, 75MM contract with the Thunder and Keon Ellis‘ two-year, $18MM deal with the Nets feature both player and team options on their respective final seasons, Hoops Rumors has confirmed. It has been 25 years since a mutual option (ie. both a player and team option) has been included in an NBA […]
The Atlanta Dream went from acing all the tests to searching for answers. After a rapid start in which they lost only four games out of the opening 16, Angel Reese and Co. have now dropped five on the trot. And all the things that made Karl Smesko’s team work have seemed out of sync. […]
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The timing of the Los Angeles Lakers announcing the Jaden Hardy trade is notable.
Clippers are the "only credible contenders" for restricted free agent, Peyton Watson.
The Golden State Warriors are in the middle of pursuing LeBron James in free agency.Amid the busy offseason, Steph Curry is set to participate in a major tournament outside of basketball from July 10 to 12, 2026.Curry is an avid golfer and even has the desire to turn pro once his NBA career is over.Steph […]
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On Monday, the Boston Celtics officially announced their trade that sent 2024 NBA Finals MVP Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers.He had spent all ten seasons of his career in Boston.The All-Star forward is coming off a year where he had averages of 28.7 points, 6.9 rebounds, 5.1 assists and 1.0 steals per contest while […]
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The Washington Wizards have acquired Khris Middleton via a sign-and-trade deal with the Dallas Mavericks, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Tuesday. The deal is part of a larger six-team trade that sends D’Angelo Russell, a 2029 second-round picks (via Lakers) and a 2033 second-round pick swap to the Memphis Grizzlies. Middleton, 34, will sign a three-year, […]
The Long Island Nets have found their new head coach, naming associate head coach Shawn Swords to the job just hours after their former head coach, Mfon Udofia, was officially named an assistant coach by the Orlando Magic. Udofia was the winningest coach in Long Island history and has cemented himself in the franchise history […]
Free agent guard Anfernee Simons signed a two-year, $12.3MM contract with a second-year player option to join the Sixers and he’ll be a massive addition, Adam Aaronson of Philly Voice opines. Simons is one of the league’s most prolific three-point shooters and might be their best option to back up Tyrese Maxey. Speaking to reporters […]
At last, the Miami Heat’s blockbuster trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo is official. The Greek Freak is headed to South Beach.As a result, several players are heading to Wisconsin to join the Milwaukee Bucks. Among them is the young veteran, Jaime Jaquez Jr.Once the trade became official on July 6, Jaquez took to social media to […]
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This early into the NBA offseason, it’s unclear what the Lakers’ roster will look like at the start of the year. But it’s obvious the front office would like it to feature Jonathan Kuminga. The Lakers have a serious need for wings, and they’ve been linked to Kuminga since the Hawks declined his team option. […]
The Los Angeles Lakers are insulting Jonathan Kuminga worse than the Golden State Warriors ever did with a low-ball contract offer in free agency.