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Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
The Dallas Mavericks have requested waivers on Dalano Banton, Jeremiah Robinson-Earl, and Dennis Smith Jr., the team announced Friday. All three NBA veterans were on non-guaranteed contracts for training camp. Per Spotrac, Banton’s deal contained both Exhibit 9 and Exhibit 10 language, meaning he’s now eligible for a bonus worth up to $85,300 if he […] The post Mavericks Release Dalano...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
Joel Embiid started for the Philadelphia 76ers in their preseason finale on Friday night, his first game action in nearly eight months. The seven-time All-Star hadn’t played in a game for the Sixers since Feb. 22 against the Brooklyn Nets before undergoing arthroscopic surgery on his left knee in April. The procedure occurred just over […] The post Joel Embiid Returns To Action...
Basketball Insiders (Vivek Jacob) —
Now a member of the Houston Rockets, Kevin Durant envisioned retiring as a member of the Phoenix Suns while he was there. In an exclusive interview with Sports Illustrated, Durant detailed why things didn’t work out the way he hoped. He also delved into what the future could hold in Houston and why that destination worked […] The post Rockets’ Kevin Durant ‘Wanted To...
Basketball Insiders (Antonio Kozlow) —
From Title Contender to Total Rebuild When Tilman Fertitta purchased the Houston Rockets in 2017 for $2.2 billion, he inherited a team on the brink of a championship. That squad, led by James Harden and Chris Paul, came within a game of the NBA Finals in 2018 before Paul’s hamstring injury derailed their hopes against […] The post Houston Rockets’ Value Soars to $5.53 Billion as...
Basketball Insiders (Vivek Jacob) —
Brandon Ingram feels the Toronto Raptors have the opportunity to make some noise in a wide open Eastern Conference. In a wide-ranging interview with Marc J. Spears of Andscape, Ingram discussed his love for New Orleans, adjusting to Toronto and some of the difficulties he’s faced the last few years. “This team can be whatever we […] The post Brandon Ingram Believes Raptors...
Basketball Insiders (Antonio Kozlow) —
Planning for a Major Summer The Miami Heat are reportedly keeping their financial flexibility intact as they prepare for what could be a historic free agency class in 2027. According to ESPN’s Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst, the Heat are structuring their roster and salary cap with the goal of making a major splash when […] The post Miami Heat Reportedly Targeting Star-Studded 2027...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
San Antonio Spurs swingman Lindy Waters III will miss the team’s final preseason game Friday, the 2025-26 season opener, and potentially “another game or two” due to an upcoming procedure to correct a lingering eye issue, a team spokesman announced. Lindy Waters III Signed One-Year Deal With Spurs Per Spotrac, Waters joined the Spurs over […] The post Spurs’...
Basketball Insiders (Antonio Kozlow) —
A New Look for NBA Coverage The 2025–26 NBA season tips off with more than just basketball excitement. The league’s massive 11-year, $76 billion TV deal begins, reshaping where and how fans will watch games. NBC returns to NBA coverage for the first time in over two decades, bringing back its iconic “Roundball Rock” theme […] The post NBA Unveils New Era of Broadcasting Under $76...
Basketball Insiders (Vivek Jacob) —
Golden State Warriors superstar Steph Curry has no desire to play for anyone but Steve Kerr over the final years of his career. Kerr currently has one year remaining on his deal while Curry has two. Curry was asked about the possibility of a split because the contracts aren’t lined up. “I don’t want to,” […] The post Warriors’ Steph Curry Wants To Play For...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
Just weeks after announcing his retirement from coaching, Bruce Pearl reached a deal to serve as a college basketball analyst for TNT and CBS Sports for their coverage this season. Bruce Pearl Joining Jalen Rose, Chris Webber On TNT Pearl will be on TNT’s studio team with Jalen Rose, Jamal Mashburn, Chris Webber, and Adam […] The post Bruce Pearl Joining TNT, CBS Sports as...
Basketball Insiders (Zach Wolpin) —
On Friday evening, the LA Clippers will be on the road for their preseason finale vs. the Warriors. James Harden and Kawhi Leonard are resting with the regular season on the horizon. However, one Clipper will make their franchise debut on Friday night vs. Golden State. Bradley Beal was dealing with a minor knee injury […] The post Clippers’ Bradley Beal (knee) to make his...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
University of San Francisco (USF) athletic director Larry Williams died Thursday morning at age 62 while working out at War Memorial Gym at the Sobrato Center on campus. USF did not release the cause of death. “Our prayers go out to Larry’s wife, Laura, their children, Kristin, Sean, Scott, Eric, and Louis, their families, and […] The post USF Athletic Director Larry...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
The Milwaukee Bucks are reportedly waiving forward Chris Livingston, sources told ESPN’s Shams Charania on Thursday. Livingston, the last pick in the 2023 NBA draft, re-signed with the Bucks on a one-year, $2.3 million deal in the offseason. Although Livingston’s salary on his previous contract wasn’t guaranteed for the 2025-26 season, his newest deal was […] The post Bucks Waive...
Basketball Insiders (Zach Wolpin) —
Ahead of the 2023-24 season, Bob Myers signed with ESPN as a studio analyst. He was previously the general manager of the Golden State Warriors for 12 seasons. Myers helped build the golden age of Warriors basketball. Under his leadership, the team won four NBA championships. When his contract expired, Myers joined ESPN. He was […] The post Former ESPN analyst Bob Myers is leaving to...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
San Antonio Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan will miss the team’s 2025-26 season opener at Dallas on Oct. 22 after an MRI confirmed a sprained left wrist. Sochan was injured at practice Wednesday during a five-on-five drill as he neared a return from a strained calf. Sochan injured his calf in August while practicing with the […] The post Spurs’ Jeremy Sochan Out For Season...