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Raptors taking their time with Kawhi Leonard’s preseason debut
Coach Darko Rajakovic says the Raptors are letting newcomer Kawhi Leonard get up to speed before putting him in a preseason game. But yes, the plan is for Leonard to play in one eventually. Leonard sat out the Raptors’ 129-105 loss to the Heat on Saturday. He likely will miss next Saturday’s exhibition against his […] The post Raptors taking their time with Kawhi Leonard’s preseason debut appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Nick Nurse, Kenny Atkinson listed among NBA coaches who could be facing the heat
For some NBA coaches, well, the heat may be on. David Adelman with the Nuggets. Nick Nurse with the 76ers. Ime Udoka with the Rockets. Kenny Atkinson with the Cavaliers. Perhaps even Mitch Johnson with the reigning Western Conference Spurs. At least, these were the names identified by ESPN in an article entitled “Five coaches […] The post Nick Nurse, Kenny Atkinson listed among NBA coaches who could be facing the heat appeared first on Hoops Wire .
LeBron James: Sixers’ public scrimmage ‘a great first step’
LeBron James seemed pleased with how the new-look 76ers’ audition went in front of fans. “To be able to take what we’ve done on the practice floor, bring it to a game floor situation around our fans … it was a great first step in the direction we’re trying to go,” James said after the […] The post LeBron James: Sixers’ public scrimmage ‘a great first step’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Georges Niang getting looks at center as Warriors sort out frontcourt
Georges Niang came to the Warriors to find a role. Playing center might be part of the answer. Golden State used the 33-year-old forward at center during a scrimmage Thursday, according to Dalton Johnson of NBC Sports Bay Area. Niang missed all of last season after an injury in training camp, so simply getting back […] The post Georges Niang getting looks at center as Warriors sort out frontcourt appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Erik Spoelstra sees some Magic in Giannis’ playmaking
The Heat got their first game with Giannis Antetokounmpo on Saturday, and coach Erik Spoelstra came away talking about a player he used to watch from the other bench. Antetokounmpo had nine points, seven assists and four rebounds in 14 first-half minutes against the Raptors in Quebec City. All seven assists led to 3-pointers, as […] The post Erik Spoelstra sees some Magic in Giannis’ playmaking appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Hawks’ Quin Snyder: ‘We’ve got depth, and that’s good’
The Hawks spent their first week of camp in Nashville getting acquainted with a deeper roster. Quin Snyder likes what he has seen. He also knows more good players means more decisions about who gets on the floor. “We’ve got depth, and that’s good, but it also means that there’s always tough decisions that happen […] The post Hawks’ Quin Snyder: ‘We’ve got depth, and that’s good’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
James Wiseman emerging as frontrunner for Knicks roster spot
James Wiseman is trying to find his way back. The Knicks may be willing to give him the opportunity. Wiseman has emerged as the frontrunner for New York’s 14th and likely final standard roster spot, according to Stefan Bondy of the New York Post. The Knicks are said to be prioritizing a center for the […] The post James Wiseman emerging as frontrunner for Knicks roster spot appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Josh Hart: Knicks contract uncertainty adds ‘extra weight’
Josh Hart wants to remain with the Knicks. He just doesn’t know whether that’s where this story ultimately ends. Hart is among three notable Knicks players who appear unlikely to agree to contract extensions before the regular season, along with Karl-Anthony Towns and Miles McBride, according to Ian Begley of SNY. For Hart, the uncertainty […] The post Josh Hart: Knicks contract uncertainty adds ‘extra weight’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Trae Young admits he’s Wizards’ defensive ‘weak link,’ promises effort
Trae Young isn’t pretending to be something he’s not. The Wizards guard knows nobody has ever confused him with Gary Payton defensively. But Young believes his new surroundings in Washington may make life considerably easier on that end. “I’m probably going to be the weak link defensively, but I can still give effort,” Young told […] The post Trae Young admits he’s Wizards’ defensive ‘weak link,’ promises effort appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Europe moving closer to reality with 2027 launch targeted
The NBA’s European ambitions may be moving closer to becoming an actual basketball league rather than an idea discussed in hotel ballrooms. In fact, the league is targeting 2027 for the launch of NBA Europe, its proposed new competition with FIBA. Reuters reported this week that the plan calls for a 16-team league, with 10 […] The post NBA Europe moving closer to reality with 2027 launch targeted appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Nuggets know DeMar DeRozan will come off bench; figuring out rest
The Nuggets know DeMar DeRozan will come off the bench. Now comes the more interesting part: Figuring out everything after that. Coach David Adelman confirmed Denver intends to retain last season’s starting five, as relayed by Bennett Durando of the Denver Post, leaving the six-time All-Star in a reserve role for the first time since […] The post Nuggets know DeMar DeRozan will come off bench; figuring out rest appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Spurs getting early look at what Tobias Harris can provide
Tobias Harris didn’t come to San Antonio to reinvent himself. The Spurs mostly need the veteran forward to be what he has been for a long time: Dependable, versatile and capable of making life easier for the players around him. Early indications from training camp suggest that’s what they’re getting. Harris joined San Antonio on […] The post Spurs getting early look at what Tobias Harris can provide appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Pacers’ Kelly Oubre Jr. already loving life in Indiana
Kelly Oubre Jr. is still learning the Pacers’ system. He already knows he likes it. The veteran wing said after Friday’s practice that Indiana’s quick-moving, unselfish style has been an adjustment, but a welcome one. “Every day is a learning process,” Oubre told reporters. “It’s gonna be like that all year. But one thing I’ve […] The post Pacers’ Kelly Oubre Jr. already loving life in Indiana appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Linda Cohn on Blazers broadcaster saga: ‘How long should a person have to pay?’
The Trail Blazers’ decision to fire newly hired play-by-play broadcaster Braiden Bell isn’t fading quietly into the background. Now longtime former ESPN SportsCenter anchor Linda Cohn has weighed in, questioning whether comments made by someone at 15 years old should follow that person indefinitely. Bell lost the Blazers job just hours after KGW-TV reported on […] The post Linda Cohn on Blazers broadcaster saga: ‘How long should a person have to pay?’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Heat, Klay Thompson, Knicks, James Wiseman, Nets, Keon Ellis
Heat Nikola Jovic received his money from the Heat. By his own admission, he didn’t handle what came next particularly well. Jovic told Miami radio host Brendan Tobin that he became complacent after signing a four-year, $62 million extension before last season, when his production subsequently declined. “I wouldn’t say I was the smartest guy […] The post NBA Notes: Heat, Klay Thompson, Knicks, James Wiseman, Nets, Keon Ellis appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Pelicans, Bennedict Mathurin, Nuggets, DeMar DeRozan, Pacers
Pelicans Bennedict Mathurin sounds pretty happy to be somewhere he feels wanted. Mathurin joined the Pelicans on a two-year, $16 million contract after finishing last season with the Clippers, and he made his feelings fairly clear when discussing his new home. “It’s great to be where a team really wants me,” Mathurin told Fox 8 […] The post NBA Notes: Pelicans, Bennedict Mathurin, Nuggets, DeMar DeRozan, Pacers appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Jalen Duren, Pistons begin mending relationship after $200 million standoff
Jalen Duren and the Pistons have a $200 million agreement. Now comes the part where everyone gets back to basketball. ESPN’s Shams Charania said there was “clearly a dent” in the relationship during Duren’s prolonged restricted free agency, but the process of repairing it has already begun. Duren reported to the Pistons’ facility Friday for […] The post Jalen Duren, Pistons begin mending relationship after $200 million standoff appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Grizzlies officially waive Jordan Hawkins
The expected has become reality with Jordan Hawkins and the Grizzlies. Memphis announced that it has waived Hawkins, the former lottery pick acquired from the Pelicans in a trade last month. ESPN previously reported that the sides had mutually agreed to part ways, allowing Hawkins to seek another opportunity. Now we’ll find out where that opportunity […] The post Grizzlies officially waive Jordan Hawkins appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Kelly Olynyk officially joins Luka Doncic-backed team in Italy
Veteran big man Kelly Olynyk is officially taking his game overseas, and he’s joining a fairly interesting operation. Olynyk has signed with BC Roma, the newly established Italian club co-founded by former Mavericks general manager Donnie Nelson and Lakers star Luka Doncic. Emiliano Carchia of Sportando reported Saturday that the deal is official. Olynyk, 35, […] The post Kelly Olynyk officially joins Luka Doncic-backed team in Italy appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Cameron Payne signs overseas after failing to land NBA deal
Veteran guard Cameron Payne is headed overseas after another NBA opportunity failed to materialize. Payne has signed a one-year contract with Turkish club Anadolu Efes, the team announced. Sportando also relayed the signing. The move comes after Payne worked out for the Kings in August but remained unsigned as training camps opened. At 32, he’ll […] The post Cameron Payne signs overseas after failing to land NBA deal appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Kings reporter says she was wrongly identified after viral hot-mic moment
The viral hot-mic mess from Kings media day has produced another unfortunate development. NBC Sports Bay Area reporter Tristi Rodriguez says she was wrongly identified online as one of the women heard discussing Kings players Ben Simmons and Zach LaVine, and that the mistake resulted in what she described as “horrific messages.” Rodriguez addressed the […] The post Kings reporter says she was wrongly identified after viral hot-mic moment appeared first on Hoops Wire .
ESPN giving ‘Inside the NBA’ more airtime after criticism
It appears ESPN got the message. “Inside the NBA” will have a significantly larger presence on ESPN and ABC this season, with the popular studio show scheduled to appear on 25 nights during the regular season, according to Mike Prada of The Athletic. That’s five more appearances than last season. More importantly, viewers won’t have […] The post ESPN giving ‘Inside the NBA’ more airtime after criticism appeared first on Hoops Wire .
KGW reportedly under review after Blazers broadcaster controversy
The story surrounding former Trail Blazers play-by-play announcer Braiden Bell has taken another turn. Now the people who reported the story are reportedly facing scrutiny of their own. TEGNA, the parent company of Portland television station KGW, has launched an internal review into whether proper editorial procedures were followed in the station’s reporting on Bell, […] The post KGW reportedly under review after Blazers broadcaster controversy appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Marc Stein found life after ESPN. Now he’s running his own NBA business
Marc Stein spent decades working for some of the biggest names in sports media. These days, he’s working for Marc Stein. And apparently he’s enjoying the business side more than he ever expected. Stein, the longtime NBA insider and Basketball Hall of Fame Curt Gowdy Media Award recipient, discussed the growth of his independent newsletter, […] The post Marc Stein found life after ESPN. Now he’s running his own NBA business appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Evan Mobley says James Harden isn’t trying to ‘big-time anyone’ with Cavs
James Harden has an MVP award, 11 All-Star appearances and more than 28,000 career points. Evan Mobley has discovered something else about him: He’s pretty normal. Mobley was asked Friday in Spain what it’s been like playing alongside Harden, and admitted there’s still something surreal about sharing a locker room with someone he grew up watching. […] The post Evan Mobley says James Harden isn’t trying to ‘big-time anyone’ with Cavs appeared first on Hoops Wire .
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