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Kevin Durant, Suns owner Mat Ishbia go at it on social media over failed partnership
Kevin Durant is no longer a member of the Suns, but apparently, he and team owner Mat Ishbia still have a few things to discuss. And thanks to social media, the rest of us get to follow along. Durant and Ishbia exchanged some pointed messages Saturday after the Suns owner discussed the franchise’s unsuccessful attempt […] The post Kevin Durant, Suns owner Mat Ishbia go at it on social media over failed partnership appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Cavs, Evan Mobley, Jazz, Tony Bradley, Kings
Cavs Evan Mobley gave the Cavaliers something to feel good about in their final tuneup before the regular season. Mobley and James Harden helped the Gold team beat the Wine team 96-82 in Saturday’s annual scrimmage at Public Auditorium, writes Jackson Flickinger of Fear the Sword. Their pick-and-roll work repeatedly created openings near the basket, […] The post NBA Notes: Cavs, Evan Mobley, Jazz, Tony Bradley, Kings appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Tom Dundon: Keeping Blazers in Portland is ‘the priority’
Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon says he wants to keep the team in Portland. He’s also disputing a report that he privately raised the possibility of moving it. “We are working to keep the team in Portland,” Dundon told Mike Vorkunov of The Athletic. “That is the priority.” The comments come with the Blazers and […] The post Tom Dundon: Keeping Blazers in Portland is ‘the priority’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Lakers, Ziaire Williams, Warriors, Draymond Green, Magic
Lakers Ziaire Williams joined the Lakers on a minimum contract. He could begin the season in their starting lineup. Williams helped his case with a strong preseason, making all five of his three-point attempts and providing the defense that drew coach JJ Redick’s interest in the first place, writes Thuc Nhi Nguyen of the Los […] The post NBA Notes: Lakers, Ziaire Williams, Warriors, Draymond Green, Magic appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Rockets waive three players
The Rockets have waived Bryce Harris, Cameron Matthews and Caleb McConnell, according to NBA.com’s official transaction log. All three were on Exhibit 10 contracts and are expected to join the Rio Grande Valley Vipers. They’ll be eligible for bonuses worth up to $91,000 apiece if they spend at least 60 days with Houston’s G League […] The post Rockets waive three players appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Timberwolves waive Drew Timme, Enrique Freeman, three others
The Timberwolves have waived Enrique Freeman, Antonio Reeves, KJ Martin, Norchad Omier and Drew Timme, the team announced. Freeman’s release opens a two-way roster spot that Minnesota intends to leave available while evaluating players cut elsewhere, according to Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic. The other four players were on Exhibit 10 contracts. Freeman signed a […] The post Timberwolves waive Drew Timme, Enrique Freeman, three others appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Heat, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bulls, Josh Giddey, Spurs
Heat Giannis Antetokounmpo is getting comfortable with the Heat. His teammates are learning that getting him the ball is only the first part of the job. The next? Keep moving. There’s a decent chance he’ll get it back to you. Antetokounmpo finished with 20 points, 15 rebounds, nine assists and three blocks in just 24 […] The post NBA Notes: Heat, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bulls, Josh Giddey, Spurs appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Celtics waive four players
The Celtics have waived Hayden Gray, Milos Uzan, Gabe McGlothan and Tucker DeVries, according to NBA.com’s transaction log. All four were on Exhibit 10 contracts and are expected to join the Maine Celtics in the G League. They’ll be eligible for bonuses of $91,000 apiece if they spend at least 60 days with the affiliate. […] The post Celtics waive four players appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Cavs waive four players
The Cavaliers have waived forwards Rashaun Agee, Zack Austin and Tre’Von Spillers, along with guard Noam Yaacov, according to NBA.com’s transaction log. All four were on Exhibit 10 contracts. They’ll clear waivers Monday if unclaimed, before the regular season begins, leaving the Cavs without a salary-cap charge from the deals. Cleveland now has 14 players […] The post Cavs waive four players appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Warriors waive three, including Dalen Terry
The Warriors have waived guard/forward Dalen Terry, along with training camp invitees Tyler Burton and Alex Toohey, the team announced Saturday. The moves come as Golden State trims its roster ahead of the regular season, with Terry perhaps the most notable departure. As Rory Maher of Hoops Rumors noted, Terry had been playing on a […] The post Warriors waive three, including Dalen Terry appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Kings waive Elfrid Payton, two others
The Kings have waived veteran guard Elfrid Payton, along with Tristen Newton and Viktor Lakhin, the team announced Saturday, via Sean Cunningham of NBC Sacramento. Payton signed a non-guaranteed camp deal in September and had been competing for a spot on the standard roster. The former No. 10 overall pick has played nine NBA seasons. […] The post Kings waive Elfrid Payton, two others appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Bucks waive Pete Nance, two others
The Bucks have waived Pete Nance, Johni Broome and Jake Stephens, the team announced Saturday, but still have another roster decision to make before opening night. Nance is the most notable departure. He played 47 games for Milwaukee last season, averaging 5.4 points and 2.7 rebounds in 15.7 minutes while shooting 42 percent from beyond […] The post Bucks waive Pete Nance, two others appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Jazz sign veteran center Tony Bradley
Tony Bradley is returning to the team where his NBA career began. The Jazz claimed the veteran center off waivers following his release by the Knicks, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania, via NBC Sports. Bradley spent his first three NBA seasons with the Jazz after arriving in a draft-night trade in 2017. The Lakers selected […] The post Jazz sign veteran center Tony Bradley appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Knicks waive Bruce Brown, keeping James Wiseman
The Knicks wanted to keep Bruce Brown. They’re keeping James Wiseman instead, with the payroll leaving little room for both. New York announced Saturday that it waived Brown, putting Wiseman on track to claim the team’s 14th roster spot and serve as the third center behind Karl-Anthony Towns and Andre Drummond. The Knicks had space […] The post Knicks waive Bruce Brown, keeping James Wiseman appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Hornets waive two guards
The Hornets have waived Jarkel Joiner and Latrell Wrightsell, the team announced Saturday, bringing their roster within the regular-season limit. Charlotte now has 15 players on guaranteed standard contracts and three on two-way deals. No further cuts are required before Monday’s deadline. Joiner and Wrightsell are expected to continue with the Greensboro Swarm. Both signed […] The post Hornets waive two guards appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Hawks waive two players
The Hawks have waived forward Cameron Corhen and guard Kobe Johnson, the team announced Saturday, leaving their expected regular-season roster in place. Atlanta is carrying 15 players on standard contracts and three on two-way deals. Fourteen of the standard salaries are guaranteed, with Mouhamed Gueye holding the lone non-guaranteed contract. Corhen and Johnson were the […] The post Hawks waive two players appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Thunder waive four, bring roster to 17
The Thunder have waived Buddy Boeheim, Nate Johnson, Lamar Wilkerson and Christoph Tilly, the team announced Saturday, bringing their roster down to 17 players. All four were on Exhibit 10 contracts and can earn bonuses of up to $91,000 by spending at least 60 days with the Oklahoma City Blue. Boeheim’s stay lasted just hours. […] The post Thunder waive four, bring roster to 17 appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Blazers waive former lottery pick Jeremy Sochan
The Trail Blazers have waived Jeremy Sochan, leaving the former lottery pick looking for another opportunity just before the regular season. The team announced the move Saturday. Sochan was on a non-guaranteed camp contract and will become an unrestricted free agent Monday if he goes unclaimed. The decision leaves the Blazers with 14 players on […] The post Blazers waive former lottery pick Jeremy Sochan appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Jazz make multiple roster moves
The Jazz have given Harrison Ingram a two-way contract and waived center Jonas Aidoo and guard Tamar Bates, bringing their roster into position for the regular season. The team announced the cuts Saturday. Ingram’s conversion from an Exhibit 10 deal was reported by Keith Smith of Spotrac. Bates had occupied a two-way spot, creating the […] The post Jazz make multiple roster moves appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Lakers waive two, keep working on Dalton Knecht trade
The Lakers have waived Rafael Castro and Aniwaniwa Tait-Jones, but they still need another move before their roster is ready for opening night. Law Murray of The Athletic reported Saturday’s cuts. Both players are expected to join the Coachella Valley Lakers in the G League. The bigger question remains Dalton Knecht. The Lakers have more than […] The post Lakers waive two, keep working on Dalton Knecht trade appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Grizzlies make roster move, more to come
The Grizzlies have waived forward Zach Cleveland, but their more difficult roster decisions are still ahead. Memphis announced the move Saturday, leaving 17 players on standard contracts and three on two-way deals. The Grizzlies must clear two more standard spots before the regular season. Those decisions will likely involve trading or waiving players with guaranteed […] The post Grizzlies make roster move, more to come appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Pacers waive three, including James Johnson
The Pacers have waived veteran forward James Johnson and big men Keba Keita and Rienk Mast, the team announced Saturday, leaving their expected opening-night roster in place. Indiana has 14 players on standard contracts and three on two-way deals. The team doesn’t have enough room below its first-apron hard cap to carry a 15th standard […] The post Pacers waive three, including James Johnson appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Suns waive veteran Haywood Highsmith
The Suns have waived Haywood Highsmith and plan to keep Jamaree Bouyea, leaving one standard roster spot open to begin the season. John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports 98.7 reported the decision Saturday, confirming that Bouyea will remain as the team’s 14th man on a non-guaranteed contract. Highsmith re-signed with the Suns in August after finishing […] The post Suns waive veteran Haywood Highsmith appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Sixers waive four players
The Sixers have waived Dillon Jones, Cris Carroll, Jameer Nelson Jr. and Taye Fields, bringing their roster down to the group expected to open the regular season. The moves were reported by Matt Murphy. All four players were on non-guaranteed Exhibit 10 contracts and are likely headed to the Delaware Blue Coats. Philadelphia’s payroll left […] The post Sixers waive four players appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Heat cut four players
The Heat trimmed their roster Saturday, waiving Ezra Ausar, Kylor Kelley, Gabe Madsen and Bez Mbeng, the team announced. All four were on Exhibit 10 contracts and are expected to join the Sioux Falls Skyforce. Each can earn a bonus of up to $91,000 by spending at least 60 days with Miami’s G League affiliate. […] The post Heat cut four players appeared first on Hoops Wire .
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