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Basketball Insiders (Vivek Jacob) —
This was forecast to be a wild NBA offseason and there were certainly some startling moves. Free agency isn’t the main event it used to be but some seismic trades have given this offseason the jolt we’ve come to expect. Kevin Durant, Desmond Bane and Kristaps Porzingis all have new homes. Myles Turner was the […] The post NBA Offseason Grades: Jazz, Wizards, Hornets,...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
The Los Angeles Clippers have agreed to a one-year deal with free agent guard TyTy Washington Jr., Kevin Bradbury of LIFT Sports Management told ESPN’s Shams Charania on Saturday. TyTy Washington Jr. Likely Signed An Exhibit 10 Contract Considering the Clippers are hard-capped at the first apron and can’t currently sign a free agent to […] The post Clippers Sign TyTy Washington...
Basketball Insiders (Zach Wolpin) —
Before he was drafted into the NBA, Luka Doncic had professional experience overseas. He was already a polished player when he entered the league. That’s why Doncic had instant success in the NBA. However, the All-NBA PG has been criticized over the years for his lack of preparation in the offseason. Specifically, conditioning and taking […] The post Luka Doncic opened up about...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
The Sacramento Kings are now the frontrunner to land veteran guard Russell Westbrook, according to Bovada Sportsbook. The franchise is still interested in the nine-time All-Star despite having a crowded backcourt. Kings Added Dennis Schroder In Free Agency If Sacramento adds the former MVP, he would join fell guards Malik Monk, Zach LaVine, Keon Ellis, […] The post Kings Emerge As...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
Former NBA player Marcus Morris Sr. was arrested and taken into custody on a fraud charge Sunday in Broward County, Florida, according to online booking records that were obtained by TMZ Sports. Marcus Morris Sr. Allegedly Wrote A Check With Insufficient Funds Per Christian Arnold of the New York Post, the felony charge listed is “Fraud […] The post Ex-NBA Player Marcus Morris...
Basketball Insiders (Zach Wolpin) —
During the 2024-25 season, the Lakers made a blockbuster trade to acquire Luka Doncic. This deal changed the trajectory of Los Angeles moving forward. They had an aging superstar in LeBron James and were able to add a rising All-NBA talent in Luka Doncic. In the 2025 offseason, there has been speculation about James’ future […] The post LeBron James and Nikola Jokic’s...
Basketball Insiders (Zach Wolpin) —
The 2024-25 season was the second consecutive year the Bulls finished with a 39-43 record. Additionally, it’s the third straight year the team has lost in the play-in tournament. Despite not taking a step forward, the Bulls still value head coach Billy Donovan extremely highly. Over the weekend, ESPN’s Shams Charania announced the Bulls are […] The post Billy Donovan...
Basketball Insiders (Zach Wolpin) —
During the 2014 NBA draft, the 76ers used the third overall pick to select Joe Embiid out of Kansas. He missed the first two seasons of his professional career due to injury. In 2016-17, Embiid finally made his debut for Philadelphia. Over nine years, Embiid has started all 452 games he’s appeared in. With the […] The post One Sixers’ insider suspects Joel Embiid...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
The Golden State Warriors have been seeking a sign-and-trade for restricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga “but haven’t gained any traction” on a deal, The Athletic’s Fred Katz reported on Friday. Kings, Suns Have Been The Most Aggressive Teams The Athletic’s Anthony Slater said Friday on ESPN that the Sacramento Kings and Phoenix Suns have been […] The post ...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
The San Antonio Spurs announced plans Friday to invest over $1 billion in Project Marvel and a new downtown arena. Their new arena would be at the site where the Institute of Texan Cultures currently resides. Spurs Pledge $1.06 Billion In Investment Into Project Marvel The Spurs stated in a letter to the San Antonio […] The post Spurs Commit Over $1 Billion to New Arena in Downtown San...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Thursday on NBA Today that the Phoenix Suns and Sacramento Kings made “concrete offers” to the Golden State Warriors for restricted free agent forward Jonathan Kuminga. Jonathan Kuminga Reportedly In No Rush To Sign New Deal Charania said the free agency stalemate “could continue much longer than this month” since Kuminga […] The post NBA Exec Says...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
The Miami Heat dealt Kevin Love to the Utah Jazz as part of a three-team trade with the Los Angeles Clippers earlier this month, and the Jazz are rumored to buy out the remaining $4.15 million of his contract. Kevin Love Prefers Big Glamour Markets A contract buyout would make Love a free agent. When […] The post NBA Rumors: Kevin Love Eyeing New York, Los Angeles Markets appeared...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
The Chicago Bulls are actively working towards getting younger while limiting their cap spending. They dealt DeMar DeRozan last July, traded Zach LaVine midseason, and sent Lonzo Ball to the Cleveland Cavaliers this offseason for Isaac Okoro. Bulls Have No Trade Market For Nikola Vucevic Nikola Vucevic, who turns 35 in October, is the oldest […] The post Nikola Vucevic Contract Buyout...
Basketball Insiders (Zach Wolpin) —
Days after the 2025 NBA draft, the Brooklyn Nets made a trade with the Denver Nuggets. The Nets sent Denver Cam Johnson in exchange for Michael Porter Jr. and a 2032 first-round pick. This offseason, the Nets selected five first-round picks in the 2025 NBA draft. Additionally, the team has a lot of young talent […] The post One Nets executive believes their offseason addition has a...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
Memphis Grizzlies star center Zach Edey reportedly cut a deal with prosecutors on Wednesday to close out his reckless driving case, according to multiple reports. Zach Edey Settles Reckless Driving Case Per court records TMZ Sports obtained, Edey admitted to a speeding infraction and agreed to pay $639.50, and in exchange, officials dropped the misdemeanor […] The post Grizzlies’...