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Jeanie Buss’ siblings respond to Lakers ownership fight: ‘We remain united’
The Buss family battle over the Lakers isn’t going away quietly. Five of Jeanie Buss’ siblings issued a joint statement Tuesday making clear that they intend to proceed with the sale of the family’s remaining 17.8 percent stake in the franchise, despite Jeanie’s attempt to block the move. The statement from Jim, Johnny, Janie, Joey […] The post Jeanie Buss’ siblings respond to Lakers ownership fight: ‘We remain united’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Nuggets, trade candidates, Wizards, Kyshawn George, Hawks
Nuggets The Nuggets may not be finished tinkering with their roster before training camp, with Peyton Watson, Cameron Johnson and Zeke Nnaji standing out as possible trade candidates. Logan Struck of NBA on SI identified the three while examining Denver’s remaining offseason decisions, and Watson is easily the biggest name to watch. The restricted free […] The post NBA Notes: Nuggets, trade candidates, Wizards, Kyshawn George, Hawks appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Cavs, Tre Mann, Kings, Darius Acuff Jr, Pelicans
Cavaliers Tre Mann may have been acquired primarily for financial reasons, but the newest Cavaliers guard could have something to offer if he remains on the roster. Zach Weiss of Cavs on SI notes that Mann has shown an ability to provide instant offense when given regular minutes. After struggling to find a consistent role […] The post NBA Notes: Cavs, Tre Mann, Kings, Darius Acuff Jr, Pelicans appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA television ad revenue jumped 38 percent to record $2.11 billion
The NBA’s new television era is already producing some enormous numbers. NBA game broadcasts generated a record $2.11 billion in advertising revenue during the 2025-26 season, an increase of 38 percent from the previous year, according to Anthony Crupi of Sportico, citing data from Guideline. That’s an increase of roughly $580 million from the $1.53 […] The post NBA television ad revenue jumped 38 percent to record $2.11 billion appeared first on Hoops Wire .
ESPN co-founder Bill Rasmussen dies at 93; helped change how NBA was watched
Bill Rasmussen, the visionary who co-founded ESPN and helped change the way American sports, including the NBA, were consumed on television, has died. He was 93. ESPN announced Tuesday that Rasmussen died at his Florida home from the effects of Parkinson’s disease. Rasmussen and his son, Scott, developed the idea for what became ESPN after […] The post ESPN co-founder Bill Rasmussen dies at 93; helped change how NBA was watched appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Lakers front office plans reportedly stalled amid ownership turmoil
The Lakers’ ownership drama may be starting to have an impact on the basketball side of the operation. According to Dan Woike of The Athletic, there is a belief around the NBA that the Lakers won’t be able to finish building out their basketball operations department until the team’s ownership situation is resolved. Los Angeles […] The post Lakers front office plans reportedly stalled amid ownership turmoil appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Rumors: Wizards, DeMar DeRozan, Timberwolves, Heat, Klay Thompson
Wizards The Wizards’ pursuit of another veteran name apparently didn’t end when their efforts to land Russell Westbrook went nowhere. According to Marc Stein of The Stein Line, Washington shifted its attention to DeMar DeRozan after failing to land Westbrook. ESPN’s Shams Charania first reported last month that the Wizards were among the teams with […] The post NBA Rumors: Wizards, DeMar DeRozan, Timberwolves, Heat, Klay Thompson appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Mavericks, Klay Thompson, Nets, DeMar DeRozan, Clippers
Mavericks The Mavericks still prefer to trade Klay Thompson rather than buy him out, but communication has opened between the veteran guard and Dallas’ new front office. According to Marc Stein of The Stein Line, Mavericks president Masai Ujiri has had direct contact with Thompson this offseason regarding his future. Dallas has maintained since June […] The post NBA Notes: Mavericks, Klay Thompson, Nets, DeMar DeRozan, Clippers appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Rumors: Cavs, Max Strus, Clippers, Bennedict Mathurin, Lakers
Cavaliers Trading Dennis Schroder apparently wasn’t the end of the Cavaliers’ effort to create some financial breathing room. Cleveland is still looking for a trade involving Max Strus, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line, who reports that last week’s Schroder-for-Tre Mann deal hasn’t changed the team’s plans regarding the veteran wing. Strus is […] The post NBA Rumors: Cavs, Max Strus, Clippers, Bennedict Mathurin, Lakers appeared first on Hoops Wire .
John Beilein joining Magic as senior coaching consultant
John Beilein is headed back to the NBA. The former Cavaliers coach and longtime University of Michigan coach is joining the Magic as a senior coaching consultant, Beilein announced Monday. Beilein said new Orlando coach Sean Sweeney approached him about joining his staff in the consulting role. “Sean has a brilliant future as an NBA […] The post John Beilein joining Magic as senior coaching consultant appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Kyle Korver steps down as Hawks assistant GM
Kyle Korver is moving on from the Hawks. Specifically, Korver has stepped down as Atlanta’s assistant general manager after four years in the organization, GM Onsi Saleh confirmed Monday. Marc Stein of The Stein Line first reported that Korver and the Hawks were parting ways on “good terms,” adding that the former NBA sharpshooter is […] The post Kyle Korver steps down as Hawks assistant GM appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Jeanie Buss reportedly fighting family’s plan to sell remaining Lakers stake
Well, apparently the Buss family isn’t quite ready to “exit gracefully” after all. At least not unanimously. Jeanie Buss is contesting her family’s plan to sell its remaining 17.8 percent stake in the Lakers to the incoming ownership group led by Bob Iger and Josh Kushner, according to Alex Sherman of CNBC. Sherman reports that […] The post Jeanie Buss reportedly fighting family’s plan to sell remaining Lakers stake appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Dennis Schroder: Hornets are ‘a better situation for me’ than Cavs
Dennis Schroder isn’t complaining about being traded by the Cavaliers. Actually, he seems pretty happy about it. Schroder told German outlet Braunschweiger Zeitung that he views his move to the Hornets as “a better situation for me,” citing the difficult role he had alongside Donovan Mitchell and James Harden in Cleveland. “When you have two […] The post Dennis Schroder: Hornets are ‘a better situation for me’ than Cavs appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Jeanie Buss to exit as Lakers governor after family sells remaining stake
The Buss family’s run with the Lakers isn’t merely winding down. It’s ending. The family has decided to sell its remaining 17.8 percent stake in the franchise to the group led by Bob Iger and Josh Kushner, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Monday. The shares will be sold as part of the same transaction in which […] The post Jeanie Buss to exit as Lakers governor after family sells remaining stake appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Moves: Suns, Haywood Highsmith, Pacers, Braden Smith, Pelicans
Suns Apparently Haywood Highsmith wasn’t away from Phoenix for very long. The Suns are bringing Highsmith back on a one-year contract, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, with ESPN’s Shams Charania confirming the agreement. Phoenix waived Highsmith last week, and he cleared waivers Friday. The 29-year-old forward appeared in only seven regular-season games last season […] The post NBA Moves: Suns, Haywood Highsmith, Pacers, Braden Smith, Pelicans appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Kawhi Leonard trade to Raptors remains on hold, expected to go through
The Kawhi Leonard trade to the Raptors still isn’t official, but both sides apparently expect it eventually will be. Leonard and Toronto are operating under the belief that the agreed-upon trade sending him from the Clippers back to the Raptors will be completed, according to Don Van Natta Jr., Baxter Holmes and Ramona Shelburne of […] The post Kawhi Leonard trade to Raptors remains on hold, expected to go through appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Clippers respond to Kawhi Leonard report: ‘We did not funnel money’
The Clippers aren’t exactly hedging their bets. Following ESPN’s report that the NBA has found no evidence owner Steve Ballmer funneled money through team sponsors to Kawhi Leonard to circumvent the salary cap, the Clippers issued a lengthy statement Monday reiterating their innocence. The team acknowledged introducing Leonard to companies with which the Clippers had […] The post Clippers respond to Kawhi Leonard report: ‘We did not funnel money’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA now focused on Clippers’ introductions of Kawhi Leonard to sponsors
The NBA reportedly has found no evidence that Clippers owner Steve Ballmer funneled money to Kawhi Leonard through team sponsors. So what exactly is the league still investigating? Apparently, the introductions themselves. According to Don Van Natta Jr., Baxter Holmes and Ramona Shelburne of ESPN, the NBA is now focused on whether the Clippers violated […] The post NBA now focused on Clippers’ introductions of Kawhi Leonard to sponsors appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA reportedly finds no evidence Clippers funneled money to Kawhi Leonard
The NBA’s investigation into the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard has taken a significant turn. And for Clippers owner Steve Ballmer, it appears to be a favorable one. The league has found no evidence that Ballmer funneled money through team sponsors to Leonard as a means of circumventing the NBA salary cap, according to Don Van […] The post NBA reportedly finds no evidence Clippers funneled money to Kawhi Leonard appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Nuggets, Nikola Jokic, Thunder, Isaiah Hartenstein, Magic
Nuggets The Nuggets still have Nikola Jokic. That alone gives them a chance. But Logan Struck of NBA On SI argues Denver shouldn’t confuse having Jokic with having an unlimited championship window. Jokic is 31 and remains among the NBA’s very best players, but Denver hasn’t returned to the Western Conference finals since winning the […] The post NBA Notes: Nuggets, Nikola Jokic, Thunder, Isaiah Hartenstein, Magic appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Suns, Miles Bridges, Cavs, Meleek Thomas, Clippers, Bradley Beal
Suns The Suns apparently didn’t acquire Miles Bridges with the idea of making him a short-term rental. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst said Phoenix intends to give Bridges both a significant role and, eventually, a new contract. The expectation, though, is that the sides will wait until later to work out an extension. “Phoenix not only has […] The post NBA Notes: Suns, Miles Bridges, Cavs, Meleek Thomas, Clippers, Bradley Beal appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Brad Stevens: Celtics had to ask if keeping Jaylen Brown was the right path
The Celtics didn’t trade Jaylen Brown because they suddenly decided he couldn’t play. They traded him because Brad Stevens wasn’t convinced staying the course was going to get Boston where it wanted to go. Stevens, the Celtics’ president of basketball operations, offered some additional insight into the blockbuster deal that sent Brown to the 76ers […] The post Brad Stevens: Celtics had to ask if keeping Jaylen Brown was the right path appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Bucks, Peyton Watson, Pelicans, Jordan Poole, Bulls
Bucks Would Peyton Watson make the Bucks considerably better next season? Maybe not. But that might not really be the point. The Bucks have been linked to Watson for more than a month, and Tre Allen of NBA On SI examines what the 23-year-old forward could mean for a Milwaukee team that has entered a […] The post NBA Notes: Bucks, Peyton Watson, Pelicans, Jordan Poole, Bulls appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA trade idea sends Jonathan Kuminga to Kings, Domantas Sabonis to Blazers
Jonathan Kuminga is still looking for a home, so naturally, we have reached the let’s trade half the Western Conference portion of the offseason. Jackson Caudell and Rohan Raman of Hawks On SI cooked up a three-team sign-and-trade proposal involving the Hawks, Kings and Trail Blazers. And there are some rather large names involved. Under […] The post NBA trade idea sends Jonathan Kuminga to Kings, Domantas Sabonis to Blazers appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Mark Walter investigation takes another turn after Lakers sale
The federal investigation surrounding Mark Walter’s business empire is getting more specific. According to The Wall Street Journal, prosecutors and the Securities and Exchange Commission have narrowed their focus to four entities that allegedly served as intermediaries between insurance companies Walter controlled and businesses connected to him. The entities identified by the Journal are ABS […] The post Mark Walter investigation takes another turn after Lakers sale appeared first on Hoops ...
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