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Jeff Teague says LeBron James asked NBA for Christmas game in LA
LeBron James allegedly had one request for the NBA when it came to his Christmas Day schedule: He wanted to be home. Former NBA guard Jeff Teague said on the Club 520 Podcast that James asked the league to schedule the 76ers’ Christmas game in Los Angeles, allowing him to spend the holiday morning with […] The post Jeff Teague says LeBron James asked NBA for Christmas game in LA appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Norman Powell explains Heat comments after Bobby Portis fires back
Bulls newcomer Norman Powell was trying to explain why he isn’t still with the Heat. Bobby Portis apparently didn’t appreciate becoming part of the explanation. Powell told Mark Medina of Fadeaway World that he initially believed Miami could re-sign him even after acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo from Milwaukee. But Powell suggested the inclusion of Portis in […] The post Norman Powell explains Heat comments after Bobby Portis fires back appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA announces Christmas Day, some opening week games
The NBA apparently wasn’t going to wait for the full schedule release to start generating some buzz. And putting LeBron James back in Los Angeles on Christmas Day ought to do it. The league announced its opening-week and Christmas Day schedules Tuesday, with James and the new-look 76ers visiting the Lakers at 5 p.m. ET […] The post NBA announces Christmas Day, some opening week games appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Heat signing two to training camp deals
The Heat are adding a couple more bodies for training camp, including one who spent last fall playing an entirely different sport. Miami plans to sign forwards Ezra Ausar and Ian Schieffelin to Exhibit 10 contracts, according to Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel and Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald. Both played […] The post Heat signing two to training camp deals appeared first on Hoops Wire .
LeBron James confirms documentary is ‘in the works’
Apparently, those reports about a LeBron James documentary weren’t just chatter. James essentially confirmed Monday that something is coming. During an appearance on Boardroom Talks, James was discussing documentaries when he casually dropped this: “I got a pretty good documentary in the works too,” he said. “It is gonna be electric when I’m done with […] The post LeBron James confirms documentary is ‘in the works’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA scout likes Cavs’ firepower, but sees two potential trouble spots
One NBA scout believes the Cavaliers have enough talent to win the Eastern Conference. Yes, as currently constructed. But that doesn’t mean he looks at their roster and sees a team without flaws. In evaluating the Cavs as they stand today, the scout pointed first to the obvious — Donovan Mitchell and James Harden give […] The post NBA scout likes Cavs’ firepower, but sees two potential trouble spots appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Warriors, Stephen Curry, Bulls
Thunder The Thunder may be better off asking a little less of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander during the regular season. That’s the argument from Cody Burton of Thunder On SI, who believes Oklahoma City should reduce some of the back-to-back MVP’s on-ball workload after injuries forced him into a heavy burden the past two seasons. The idea […] The post NBA Notes: Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Warriors, Stephen Curry, Bulls appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA trade proposal sends Jonathan Kuminga to Clippers
Jonathan Kuminga remains one of the biggest unresolved names of the NBA offseason. Here’s another way someone thinks the Hawks could finally move him. Rohan Roman of Hawks On SI proposed a sign-and-trade that would send Kuminga to the Clippers in exchange for veteran help. To be clear, this is a hypothetical proposal, not something […] The post NBA trade proposal sends Jonathan Kuminga to Clippers appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Kings, Ben Simmons, Lakers, Ziaire Williams, Mavericks
Kings Could Ben Simmons wind up in Sacramento? Logan Struck of Kings On SI suggests the Kings as a possible landing spot for Simmons, who is attempting an NBA comeback after sitting out last season to get healthy. There has been no report directly linking Simmons to Sacramento. But Marc J. Spears of Andscape reported […] The post NBA Notes: Kings, Ben Simmons, Lakers, Ziaire Williams, Mavericks appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Cavs, James Harden reportedly expect contract resolution soon
The James Harden waiting game may finally be nearing its end. Not that there has been much mystery about the expected outcome. Harden has made it clear for months that he wants to return to the Cavaliers, and Cleveland has operated with the expectation that the 11-time All-Star will be back. The question has been […] The post Cavs, James Harden reportedly expect contract resolution soon appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Nuggets may be asking Nikola Jokic to cover up same old problem
The Nuggets still have Nikola Jokic, which means they still have a chance. Sometimes it really is that simple. But Denver’s offseason raises another question: How much are the Nuggets still asking Jokic to fix simply by being Nikola Jokic? Denver re-signed Tyus Jones, and added Lonnie Walker IV and Marvin Bagley III while keeping […] The post Nuggets may be asking Nikola Jokic to cover up same old problem appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Payton Pritchard says Celtics have something to prove after playoff collapse
The Celtics have changed. Payton Pritchard’s expectations apparently have not. Boston is coming off a strong regular season that ended with a painful playoff collapse, blowing a 3-1 series lead and heading home much earlier than expected. Pritchard indicated that one still stings. “I feel like we have another year that we have to prove […] The post Payton Pritchard says Celtics have something to prove after playoff collapse appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Cavs now viewed as ‘serious’ candidate to land Peyton Watson
The Cavaliers’ pursuit of Peyton Watson apparently has moved beyond merely kicking the tires. ESPN’s Dave McMenamin said Monday on NBA Today that Cleveland is considered a legitimate threat to land the Nuggets restricted free agent. “I’m told that they are a ‘serious’ candidate to land Peyton Watson,” McMenamin said. “There are other teams interested […] The post Cavs now viewed as ‘serious’ candidate to land Peyton Watson appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Warriors may have a Jimmy Butler trade problem nobody anticipated
The Warriors seemingly have all the ingredients necessary to make another major trade. Jimmy Butler has a massive expiring contract. Golden State has first-round picks available to sweeten an offer. And with Stephen Curry now 38, there isn’t much reason to spend another season waiting around. There’s just one problem: Somebody has to actually want Butler. […] The post Warriors may have a Jimmy Butler trade problem nobody anticipated appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Kawhi Leonard strongly expects Raptors trade to go through, extension in play
Kawhi Leonard apparently isn’t sweating the uncertainty surrounding his stalled trade to the Raptors. In fact, he seems pretty convinced he’ll be back in Toronto before training camp. According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, Leonard “strongly believes” the trade between the Clippers and Raptors will ultimately be completed once the NBA finishes its […] The post Kawhi Leonard strongly expects Raptors trade to go through, extension in play appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Kawhi Leonard still expected to join Raptors as NBA investigation nears end
Kawhi Leonard‘s return to Toronto apparently remains on track. The question is what happens to the Clippers before he gets there. Leonard expects the NBA’s investigation into allegations of salary-cap circumvention involving himself and Los Angeles to be completed before training camp, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. Fischer added that Leonard remains […] The post Kawhi Leonard still expected to join Raptors as NBA investigation nears end appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Report: ‘Zero truth’ to Stephen Curry trade rumors
The Warriors have spent another summer trying to find Stephen Curry some help. What they apparently don’t have to worry about is Curry asking them to send him somewhere else. Despite speculation about the 38-year-old superstar potentially becoming frustrated with Golden State’s direction, NBA insider Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints says there is “zero truth” to […] The post Report: ‘Zero truth’ to Stephen Curry trade rumors appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Victor Wembanyama agrees with idea that he can score 100 in a game
Victor Wembanyama has already done some things that don’t look particularly normal on a basketball court. Apparently, he believes scoring 100 points in a game could eventually be one of them. The Spurs star was asked during a quick-fire interview with French content creator Rookicks whether he believes he can reach triple digits in an […] The post Victor Wembanyama agrees with idea that he can score 100 in a game appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Pelicans’ Joe Dumars: No trade out there that I felt would make us better
The Pelicans haven’t done much this summer. Joe Dumars says that doesn’t mean they haven’t tried. New Orleans’ executive vice president of basketball operations told Rod Walker of NOLA.com that the Pelicans have held plenty of trade conversations this offseason. They simply haven’t found one they believe makes them better. “We were engaged in a […] The post Pelicans’ Joe Dumars: No trade out there that I felt would make us better appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA trade proposal sends Peyton Watson to Clippers, Bennedict Mathurin to Bulls
Peyton Watson remains one of the bigger names stuck in the NBA’s restricted free-agent logjam. Perhaps it takes three teams to finally get him unstuck. Logan Struck of Nuggets On SI proposed a three-team sign-and-trade involving the Nuggets, Clippers and Bulls that would send Watson to Los Angeles and Bennedict Mathurin to Chicago. To be […] The post NBA trade proposal sends Peyton Watson to Clippers, Bennedict Mathurin to Bulls appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Jazz, expectations, Heat, Davion Mitchell, Clippers
Jazz At minimum, the Jazz should be a play-in team during the 2026-27 season, Sarah Todd of the Deseret News wrote in a recent mailbag. But there’s still plenty to figure out. Jaren Jackson Jr. played just two games for Utah after arriving in February, while No. 2 overall pick Darryn Peterson will be entering […] The post NBA Notes: Jazz, expectations, Heat, Davion Mitchell, Clippers appeared first on Hoops Wire .
76ers Notes: Joel Embiid, Mike Gansey, Nick Nurse, lineup possibilities
The 76ers spent the summer adding LeBron James and Jaylen Brown to an already talented roster. Perhaps just as important? Joel Embiid is apparently having his healthiest offseason in quite some time. Sixers president of basketball operations Mike Gansey told ESPN’s Kevin Negandhi that Embiid has been able to spend the summer working rather than […] The post 76ers Notes: Joel Embiid, Mike Gansey, Nick Nurse, lineup possibilities appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Ben Simmons again hints at possible NBA comeback
Ben Simmons still hasn’t closed the door on an NBA comeback. In fact, the former No. 1 overall pick appears to be leaving it fairly wide open. Simmons posted a message on Instagram over the weekend reflecting on his career and what might come next. “I wouldn’t change the story. The highs, the lows, the […] The post Ben Simmons again hints at possible NBA comeback appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA legend Don Nelson dies at 86
NBA commissioner Adam Silver remembered Don Nelson as a basketball innovator whose influence will be felt for generations after the Hall of Fame player and coach died Sunday at 86. “Don Nelson revolutionized NBA basketball through his fearlessness, ingenuity and deep conviction,” Silver said in a statement. “He spent nearly 50 years in the NBA, […] The post NBA legend Don Nelson dies at 86 appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Mavericks, Klay Thompson reportedly not discussing buyout
There has been plenty of speculation about Klay Thompson potentially becoming available to the Heat or another contender. But the Mavericks apparently aren’t ready to simply let him walk. Specifically, Dallas and Thompson are not currently discussing a contract buyout, according to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints. The Mavericks have explored the trade market for the […] The post Mavericks, Klay Thompson reportedly not discussing buyout appeared first on Hoops Wire .
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