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Basketball Insiders (Zach Wolpin) —
The Rockets’ 52-30 record was the second-best finish in the Western Conference last season. Despite their regular season success, Houston did not make it out of the first round of the playoffs. With that, their front office made a significant change this offseason. Houston traded Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the 10th pick in the 2025 […] The post Phoenix’s Jalen Green said...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
The Orlando Magic have waived two-way player Ethan Thompson, the team’s PR account announced Wednesday morning. The 26-year-old signed a two-way deal with Orlando in February but never appeared in an NBA game. Ethan Thompson Played For The Osceola Magic Last Season Thompson played 31 games last season with the Osceola Magic, Orlando’s G League […] The post Magic Waive Two-Way...
Basketball Insiders (Antonio Kozlow) —
It’s official. Marcus Smart will wear a purple and gold jersey starting this upcoming 2025-26 campaign and has already attended the press at his introductory news conference on Tuesday. One of the first persons he credited was none other than Luka Doncic, who showed genuine interest in being teammates. “When you get a guy like […] The post Marcus Smart Credits Luka Doncic...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
The Cleveland Cavaliers are facing an expensive luxury tax bill next season. They could be on the hook for an estimated $141 million, per Spotrac. Therefore, Cavs president of basketball operations Koby Altman could be exploring ways to reduce the current payroll. Mavericks Eyeing Dean Wade Trade According to Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com, Cleveland has […] The post Cavaliers’...
Basketball Insiders (Antonio Kozlow) —
What a rollercoaster ride of emotions it has been for Tyrese Haliburton, who just a month ago was on the top of the world starting in Game 7 of the NBA Finals against the Thunder, until early in the first quarter he literally fell to injury and tore his Achilles heel. Now, he’s set to […] The post Pacers’ Tyrese Haliburton Believes Recent Rise In Achilles Tears Is Just...
Basketball Insiders (Zach Wolpin) —
Following a 34-48 record in 2024-25, the Spurs landed the #2 pick in the 2025 NBA draft. They selected Rutgers’ Dylan Harper, who will likely start at SG next season. San Antonio has plenty of depth at guard ahead of 2025-26, but they recently added another player. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that free agent Lindy […] The post Free agent Lindy Waters has signed a...
Basketball Insiders (Antonio Kozlow) —
There is a new face of the league and it isn’t someone we necessarily expected a couple of years ago. Nowadays, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is an NBA title holder, MVP winner and scoring champion, and he comes from the most unlikely place: Canada’s blue-collar town of Hamilton. This is why the basketball sensation is now set […] The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Set To Receive...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
Cam Thomas’ future with the Brooklyn Nets is still unclear. NBA insider Jake Fischer reported last week that Brooklyn has “yet to even significantly engage” in contract discussions with the restricted free agent. Cam Thomas Seeking Four-Year, $100 Million Contract Despite the Nets entering the offseason as the only team in the NBA to have […] The post Nets...
Basketball Insiders (Antonio Kozlow) —
In a sudden turn of events, Damian Lillard left his life in Milwaukee to return back to the place he earned legendary status as a basketball player in Portland, where he decided to sign a three-year, $42 million contract this past weekend. Now, he can’t believe his homecoming happened so fast. The veteran’s deal has […] The post Damian Lillard Returned ‘Back...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James believes the NBA should take a page from the NFL by adding an Offensive Player of the Year (OPOY) award to its list of annual individual honors. LeBron James Suggests An NBA Offensive Player Of The Year Award The NBA’s criteria for the MVP award have always been subjective, […] The post LeBron James Proposes An NBA Offensive Player Of The...
Basketball Insiders (Zach Wolpin) —
This past Sunday, the Hornets beat the Kings to win the NBA 2K26 summer league. It was an important time for young players to showcase their skills. That’s what 21-year-old Kobe Bufkin was trying to do for the Hawks. During the summer league, Bufkin had multiple 25+ point outings and showed potential as a backup […] The post Hawks scouts are ‘a little worried’ with...
Basketball Insiders (Zach Wolpin) —
In the 2024-25 season, the New York Knicks finished with a 51-31 record. That was third in the Eastern Conference. They made a run to the Eastern Conference Finals. However, they lost in six games to the Indiana Pacers. This offseason, the Knicks have made a few upgrades to their roster. They added Jordan Clarkson […] The post Knicks’ Jordan Clarkson could be their answer at...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
The Houston Rockets and free agent forward Josh Okogie have agreed to a one-year, $3.1 million contract, sources informed ESPN’s Shams Charania on Tuesday. Hornets Waived Josh Okogie To Save $7.7 Million The Charlotte Hornets waived Okogie last week to save $7.7 million, which would have been his guaranteed salary for next season had he […] The post Rockets, Josh Okogie Agree To...
Basketball Insiders (Zach Wolpin) —
During the 2022-23 season, the Lakers traded with the Jazz to acquire Jarred Vanderbilt. Upon arriving in LA, Vanderbilt played in 26 games for the Lakers and made 24 starts. Since then, it’s been an uphill battle for the 26-year-old to stay healthy. Over the last two seasons, Vanderbilt has played in 65 games for […] The post Lakers’ Jarred Vanderbilt is reportedly at...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
The Portland Trail Blazers have signed free agent guard Blake Wesley to a one-year contract, sources informed ESPN’s Shams Charania on Tuesday. This is reportedly a fully guaranteed contract, per Sean Highkin of Rose Garden Report. Blake Wesley Likely Signed A Minimum-Salary Contract Although the financial terms of Wesley’s deal with Portland haven’t been unveiled, […] The post ...