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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 .
Cavs make roster move, waive Jaxson Robinson
Jaxson Robinson’s latest stay on the Cavaliers’ roster was a short one. His connection with the organization could continue in the G League. Cleveland waived the 6-foot-7 wing after signing him to a training camp contract earlier in the week, according to Paul Garcia of The Spot Up Shot. Robinson spent much of last season […] The post Cavs make roster move, waive Jaxson Robinson appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Cavs have gone all-in, and now comes the hard part
The Cavaliers have made their intentions fairly obvious. They’re trying to win an NBA championship, and they’re trying to do it now. That approach hasn’t come cheaply. In fact, ESPN’s Zach Kram ranks the Cavs second among all 30 NBA teams when it comes to urgency to win immediately, trailing only the Suns. Now, the […] The post Cavs have gone all-in, and now comes the hard part appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Lakers, Bucks, Grizzlies exploring trades ahead of roster deadline
NBA rosters must be set Monday, which means this weekend should bring plenty of cuts and perhaps a few smaller trades. So, you guessed it, the annual squeeze is underway. And the Lakers, Bucks and Grizzlies are exploring deals to sort out their final roster spots, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line and […] The post Lakers, Bucks, Grizzlies exploring trades ahead of roster deadline appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Cavs, Peyton Watson, Heat, Bam Adebayo, Hawks
Cavaliers Peyton Watson’s first preseason with the Cavs offered a little of what they wanted and a little of what they’ll need to work through. The shooting wasn’t especially encouraging. Watson went 8-of-22 from the field and 2-of-12 from beyond the arc across the Cavs’ three exhibitions. That’s a small sample, but it certainly wasn’t […] The post NBA Notes: Cavs, Peyton Watson, Heat, Bam Adebayo, Hawks appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Michael Porter Jr. says opposing fans take over Nets’ home games
Michael Porter Jr. would like a little more home-court advantage in Brooklyn. Some nights, he says, the Nets aren’t getting much of one. Porter pointed to a recent preseason matchup with Philadelphia as an example of visiting fans making themselves comfortable in the Nets’ building. “We just played a preseason game the other night against […] The post Michael Porter Jr. says opposing fans take over Nets’ home games appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Blazers turn to Travis Demers for TV job after Braiden Bell firing
The Trail Blazers have found someone to call their games. Whether they’ve found a permanent answer is another question. Travis Demers will take over television play-by-play duties on a trial basis to begin the season, according to Joe Freeman of The Oregonian/OregonLive. He’ll work alongside analyst Lamar Hurd and courtside reporter Brooke Olzendam. Demers has […] The post Blazers turn to Travis Demers for TV job after Braiden Bell firing appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Raptors release Trey Jemison, open two-way spot
Trey Jemison’s stay with the Raptors ended before he had much opportunity to make an impression. Toronto waived the two-way center Wednesday, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Jemison signed in early August but made just one preseason appearance and suffered a hand injury during training camp, per Blake Murphy of Sportsnet. The move leaves […] The post Raptors release Trey Jemison, open two-way spot appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBPA’s David Kelly says second apron has ‘gone too far’
The NBA sees the second tax apron as a way to give more teams a chance. The players’ union sees a system that makes keeping a good team together unnecessarily difficult. NBPA executive director David Kelly wants changes, whether that means easing the restrictions or eliminating the second apron altogether. “If we have a system […] The post NBPA’s David Kelly says second apron has ‘gone too far’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Clippers waive Cam Christie ahead of salary guarantee deadline
Cam Christie’s next season with the Clippers was about to become considerably more expensive. Los Angeles decided to move on instead. The Clippers announced Wednesday that they have waived the third-year guard, one day before his $2.3 million salary would have become fully guaranteed. Christie and the team had twice agreed this offseason to push […] The post Clippers waive Cam Christie ahead of salary guarantee deadline appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Kings’ Doug Christie on sitting Ben Simmons: ‘There’s a bigger picture here’
Ben Simmons’ home debut with the Kings will have to wait. Doug Christie is more concerned with keeping him available once the games count. Simmons sat out Tuesday’s 110-98 preseason loss to Portland after making his Sacramento debut Saturday against Golden State. Christie said the decision was part of managing the veteran’s workload. “Would you […] The post Kings’ Doug Christie on sitting Ben Simmons: ‘There’s a bigger picture here’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA teams under most pressure to win now ranked, with some surprises
The Suns haven’t exactly established themselves as an NBA championship favorite. But when it comes to urgency, nobody has more riding on the immediate future. That’s the conclusion from ESPN’s Zach Kram, who ranked all 30 NBA teams according to their need to win now versus their ability to build for later. And some of […] The post NBA teams under most pressure to win now ranked, with some surprises appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Heat, Pelle Larsson, Pistons, Isaiah Joe, Thunder
Heat Pelle Larsson got a four-year extension last month. Getting through training camp healthy has been a little more difficult. The third-year wing has been dealing with an illness and persistent headaches, according to Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald. He tried playing against Minnesota on Saturday but left early because he still felt sick. […] The post NBA Notes: Heat, Pelle Larsson, Pistons, Isaiah Joe, Thunder appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Magic, Blazers, Deni Avdija, Warriors, Yaxel Lendeborg
Magic The Cavaliers got a pretty good look Tuesday at what Orlando wants its offense to become. They probably would have preferred a less convincing demonstration. The Magic led wire-to-wire in a 132-116 win, finishing with 34 assists. Through three quarters, while the regulars were playing, Orlando had 27 assists against just nine turnovers. As […] The post NBA Notes: Magic, Blazers, Deni Avdija, Warriors, Yaxel Lendeborg appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Insider: Heat, Pacers headed for disappointment
The Eastern Conference has spent years playing second fiddle to the West. That may be changing, and not everyone is going to enjoy the results. In fact, two teams with legitimate playoff expectations could find themselves fighting just to get into the postseason. That’s the outlook from longtime NBA insider John Hollinger, who offered his […] The post NBA Insider: Heat, Pacers headed for disappointment appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Shawn Marion has questions about LeBron’s Sixers, hopes for Kyrie’s return to form
Shawn Marion played alongside LeBron James and Kyrie Irving when the Cavaliers were trying to put all that talent together in 2014-15. He knows having big names is a good start. Getting everything to work takes a little more. Now he’s watching his former teammates face different challenges, with James in Philadelphia and Irving working […] The post Shawn Marion has questions about LeBron’s Sixers, hopes for Kyrie’s return to form appeared first on Hoops Wire .
David Adelman admits he’s still figuring Nuggets’ bench bunch
David Adelman knows DeMar DeRozan will be part of the Nuggets’ second unit. Figuring out who belongs alongside him is taking a little more work. Denver’s coach is still sorting through his bench combinations, with two preseason games remaining and a preference to let the reserves handle their own minutes. “The starters will be fine. […] The post David Adelman admits he’s still figuring Nuggets’ bench bunch appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Moves: Kings, Hawks, Spurs, Nuggets
Aaron Nkrumah and Damari Monsanto’s stay on the Kings’ preseason roster was brief. Their time in the organization could last considerably longer. Sacramento waived both wings Tuesday after signing them to Exhibit 10 contracts Monday, according to Keith Smith of Spotrac. Both appear headed to the Stockton Kings, where their deals allow for bonuses of […] The post NBA Moves: Kings, Hawks, Spurs, Nuggets appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Meleek Thomas gives Cavs something to like in otherwise rough preseason finale
The Cavaliers probably won’t spend much time admiring their preseason finale. Meleek Thomas gave them a reason to watch a little of it again. Thomas scored 16 points, including 14 in the fourth quarter, as the Cavs closed the exhibition schedule with a 132-116 road loss to the Magic on Tuesday night. He finished 6-of-9 […] The post Meleek Thomas gives Cavs something to like in otherwise rough preseason finale appeared first on Hoops Wire .
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