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Thunder waive three players
The Thunder trimmed their roster Friday, waiving guards Zhaire Smith and Anthony Pritchard along with forward Andrew Holifield, the team announced. All three are expected to join the Oklahoma City Blue, so their time with the organization likely isn’t over. Their Exhibit 10 contracts provide for bonuses of $91,000 apiece if they spend at least […] The post Thunder waive three players appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA wants more money from Seattle expansion bidders
Seattle still looks likely to get its NBA team back. The league would apparently like a better price first. Expansion bids for Seattle are “substantially lower” than those submitted for Las Vegas, according to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst. That gap helps explain some of the uncertainty surrounding what many fans have viewed as a straightforward two-city […] The post NBA wants more money from Seattle expansion bidders appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Blazers exec, staffers leave for Cavs, others as turnover mounts
The Trail Blazers have spent much of their offseason replacing people. Several other professional sports teams have been happy to hire them. Portland’s departures under new owner Tom Dundon now extend well beyond its troubled television broadcast, with experienced staffers landing jobs with the Cavaliers, as well as the NFL’s Kansas City Chiefs and Seattle […] The post Blazers exec, staffers leave for Cavs, others as turnover mounts appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Pelicans, Jordan Poole, Suns, Grizzlies, Zach Edey
Pelicans Jordan Poole’s first season in New Orleans didn’t give either side much to celebrate. A new coaching staff offers a chance to change the conversation. New Pelicans coach Jamahl Mosley has liked Poole’s work during camp and preseason, according to Rod Walker of NOLA.com. Poole sounds equally encouraged by what Mosley is asking of […] The post NBA Notes: Pelicans, Jordan Poole, Suns, Grizzlies, Zach Edey appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Rumors: Grizzlies, GG Jackson, Hornets, Mavericks
The NBA’s final roster decisions aren’t always about the last player invited to camp. Sometimes, keeping a veteran means reconsidering a recent draft pick. That’s part of the picture in Memphis, Charlotte and Dallas, where teams are weighing trades and cuts ahead of opening night, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. Grizzlies Memphis […] The post NBA Rumors: Grizzlies, GG Jackson, Hornets, Mavericks appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Insider: Cavs, Knicks, Sixers have big expectations, bigger questions
The Cavaliers have spent years trying to establish themselves among the Eastern Conference’s elite. And according to one longtime NBA insider, they should be right there again this season. But getting through the playoffs? Well, that’s another conversation. John Hollinger of The Athletic has released his predictions for the Eastern Conference’s top eight teams, and […] The post NBA Insider: Cavs, Knicks, Sixers have big expectations, bigger questions appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Sixers make multiple roster moves
The Sixers swapped out two players Thursday as they continued preparing their NBA and G League rosters for the season. Philadelphia waived Saint Thomas and Duke Miles, according to RealGM’s transaction log, then announced the signings of Cris Carroll and Taye Fields. Both newcomers received Exhibit 10 contracts, per Chris Hine of The Philadelphia Inquirer. […] The post Sixers make multiple roster moves appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Bucks weighing Kevin Porter Jr., Caris LeVert trades
The Bucks’ trade discussions aren’t limited to Jericho Sims. Milwaukee has also weighed potential deals involving Caris LeVert and Kevin Porter Jr. as it looks for ways to resolve its roster crunch without simply releasing players, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. That adds two established guards to the conversation as teams prepare […] The post Bucks weighing Kevin Porter Jr., Caris LeVert trades appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Lakers, Bucks discuss Dalton Knecht trade involving Jericho Sims
The Lakers’ search for a Dalton Knecht trade has included discussions with the Bucks. Whether those talks produce a deal is another question. Los Angeles and Milwaukee have explored a framework that would send Knecht and second-round draft capital to the Bucks for center Jericho Sims, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. Fischer […] The post Lakers, Bucks discuss Dalton Knecht trade involving Jericho Sims appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Moves: Spurs, Kendall Brown, Kings, Mavericks
The Spurs have signed former Pacers wing Kendall Brown to a training camp contract, according to Paul Garcia of Spot Up Shot. Brown, 23, spent last season with the Maine Celtics, averaging 15.4 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.3 steals in 43 G League appearances. He shot 53 percent from the field and 32.3 […] The post NBA Moves: Spurs, Kendall Brown, Kings, Mavericks appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Pelicans re-sign Hunter Dickinson
Hunter Dickinson is back with the Pelicans, though his next stop could be another season in the G League. New Orleans announced it has re-signed the 7-foot-1 center after waiving him from a two-way contract in August. The new agreement is a non-guaranteed camp deal, according to Paul Garcia of Spot Up Shot. Dickinson, 25, […] The post Pelicans re-sign Hunter Dickinson appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Lakers looking to trade Dalton Knecht as roster deadline looms
Dalton Knecht’s opportunity to get his career going may have to come somewhere other than Los Angeles. As Hoops Wire reported Wednesday, league sources say the Lakers are looking to move the third-year wing. The Mavericks and Celtics may be among the interested teams. Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints has since reported that L.A. is actively […] The post Lakers looking to trade Dalton Knecht as roster deadline looms appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Knicks reportedly exploring Pacome Dadiet trade
The Knicks are trying to defend a championship and stay below the second tax apron. Pacome Dadiet could get caught between those priorities. New York is actively exploring trade talks involving the 21-year-old forward, according to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints, as relayed by Heavy. The discussions come as the Knicks weigh how to finish their […] The post Knicks reportedly exploring Pacome Dadiet trade appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Clippers sign two, waive another
The Clippers have added a pair of experienced players as they continue working through their preseason roster. Los Angeles signed wing Miye Oni and big man Nathan Mensah to Exhibit 10 contracts and waived guard Fletcher Loyer, the team announced Thursday. Both additions appear headed toward the San Diego Clippers. If waived, Oni and Mensah […] The post Clippers sign two, waive another appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Moves: Jazz waive two; Nets, Hawks trim rosters
The Jazz have waived forwards Taylor Funk and Chance Moore, the team announced, as another round of preseason cuts points players toward the G League. Both were on Exhibit 10 contracts and are expected to join the Salt Lake City Stars. Those deals can provide a bonus if a player is waived and then spends […] The post NBA Moves: Jazz waive two; Nets, Hawks trim rosters appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Rockets sign G League standout
The Rockets are bringing back a familiar face from their G League program. Houston signed forward Cameron Matthews to an Exhibit 10 contract, according to Varun Shankar of the Houston Chronicle. The former Mississippi State forward spent his first professional season with the Rio Grande Valley Vipers, averaging 12.0 points, 5.6 rebounds and 3.2 assists […] The post Rockets sign G League standout appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Hornets make multiple roster moves
The Hornets have added guard Latrell Wrightsell and waived DaJuan Gordon as they continue sorting through the final spots on their preseason roster, the team announced. That followed another quick exchange earlier Thursday, when Charlotte waived Wyatt Fricks and signed Gordon. Wrightsell went undrafted out of Alabama this year after averaging 13.2 points and 3.1 […] The post Hornets make multiple roster moves appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Blazers make roster move
Caleb Houstan’s next opportunity will come with the Trail Blazers, though the plan is for him to land with their G League affiliate. Portland is signing the veteran forward to an Exhibit 10 contract, according to Joe Freeman of The Oregonian. Houstan is expected to eventually join the Rip City Remix. The Blazers have three […] The post Blazers make roster move appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Kings reward Leaky Black with two-way deal
Leaky Black came to Kings camp looking for a job. Three preseason appearances helped him secure one. Sacramento converted the forward’s Exhibit 10 contract to a two-way deal Thursday, the team announced, via Marc Stein of The Stein Line. The Kings had an opening, so no corresponding move was required. Black joins Adam Flagler and […] The post Kings reward Leaky Black with two-way deal appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Knicks, James Wiseman, Nuggets, Julian Strawther, Lakers
Knicks James Wiseman’s path to a roster spot just got considerably clearer. The Knicks plan to waive Tony Bradley, Ochai Agbaji and injured center Drew Eubanks, according to ESPN. That leaves Wiseman as the remaining center from the three-man camp competition for a job behind Karl-Anthony Towns and Andre Drummond. SNY’s Ian Begley reported Thursday […] The post NBA Notes: Knicks, James Wiseman, Nuggets, Julian Strawther, Lakers appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Knicks waiving Drew Eubanks, Tony Bradley, Ochai Agbaji
The Knicks’ roster decisions are coming into focus, and James Wiseman appears to be the beneficiary. New York plans to waive Tony Bradley and Ochai Agbaji along with injured center Drew Eubanks, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The moves would leave Wiseman as the remaining candidate from the three-man competition for a backup center job. […] The post Knicks waiving Drew Eubanks, Tony Bradley, Ochai Agbaji appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Lakers, Bronny James, Warriors, Kristaps Porzingis, Bulls
Lakers JJ Redick likes some of what he’s seen from Bronny James in practice. The preseason games have been another matter. “I don’t think he’s played well in the four preseason games, but he’s had good practices,” Redick said Wednesday, via Andrew Wright of Yardbarker. “Some of it is just rhythm, some of it is […] The post NBA Notes: Lakers, Bronny James, Warriors, Kristaps Porzingis, Bulls appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Insider: Playoffs not in the cards for Warriors, Mavericks
The Western Conference has been the NBA’s stronger half for what seems like forever. But that may be changing, and a couple of familiar franchises could find themselves on the outside looking in. Yes, that includes Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors. And Cooper Flagg and the Dallas Mavericks aren’t exactly getting a glowing […] The post NBA Insider: Playoffs not in the cards for Warriors, Mavericks appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Lakers make pair of roster moves
The Lakers have added two players as they work through the final days of preseason, bringing in guard Jahmir Young and forward Aniwaniwa Tait-Jones on Exhibit 10 contracts. Dan Woike of The Athletic reported Young’s signing following the release of Cole Swider. ESPN’s Olgun Uluc reported the addition of Tait-Jones. Young, 26, gives Los Angeles […] The post Lakers make pair of roster moves appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Jarrett Allen hears the trade rumors. The Cavs still have plenty of reasons to keep him
Jarrett Allen seems to spend part of every summer in trade rumors. Then the season arrives, and he goes back to doing things the Cavaliers appreciate. Protecting the rim. Finishing around the basket. Playing hard without needing the offense built around him. Being the kind of teammate people like having around. Allen hears the speculation. […] The post Jarrett Allen hears the trade rumors. The Cavs still have plenty of reasons to keep him appeared first on Hoops Wire .
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