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Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard was reportedly unhappy as a member of the Milwaukee Bucks before the team waived him, according to Aaron Fentress of The Oregonian. “Also, he was not happy in Milwaukee,” Fentress said during Thursday’s episode of the Blazer Focused podcast at the 2:55 mark. “He didn’t want to go there […] The post Damian Lillard...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
The NBA will receive an advance notice before Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James retires because the 21-time All-Star wants to end his playing career with a “farewell tour,” according to Cleveland.com’s Chris Fedor. LeBron James Wants All Of The Glitz And The Glam Fedor said that he spoke with James when he traveled with […] The post LeBron James Reportedly...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
The Indiana Pacers are the current frontrunners to sign Victor Oladipo if he returns to the NBA, according to Bovada Sportsbook. The 33-year-old reportedly impressed coaches, team executives, and scouts during a private workout on Monday in Las Vegas. Victor Oladipo Last Played In NBA During 2023 Playoffs According to ESPN’s Jeremy Woo, multiple attendees “came […] The post Pacers...
Basketball Insiders (Zach Wolpin) —
With a 50-32 record in 2024-25, the Nuggets finished fourth in the Western Conference. Denver forced a Game 7 in the conference semi-finals vs. OKC. However, they lost and their season ended in the second round. This offseason, there hasn’t been much talk around the league regarding the Nuggets’ summer league team. However, DaRon Holmes […] The post Denver’s DaRon...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
Earlier this month, NBA insider Jake Fischer reported that eight teams are pursuing a potential sign-and-trade deal with the Washington Wizards for veteran guard Malcolm Brogdon. “That list includes the Los Angeles Clippers, Phoenix Suns, and Los Angeles Lakers as well as the Golden Warriors, Minnesota Timberwolves, New Orleans Pelicans, Sacramento Kings, and Milwaukee Bucks,” […] ...
Basketball Insiders (Zach Wolpin) —
After three seasons with the Phoenix Suns, he was traded this offseason to the Rockets. Initially, the Timberwolves were thought to be favorites to land Durant. However, Durant had no interest in playing for Minnesota. As a result, a trade never happened between the Suns and Timberwolves. Recently, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst shared the details of […] The post The Suns and...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
Bradley Beal’s agent, Mark Bartelstein, explained that his client is interested in signing a long-term contract with the Los Angeles Clippers after the 2025-26 season. “Brad did not want to go anywhere where he would be a one-year rental or he would go somewhere where they’re getting a massive talent grab for a year, try […] The post Bradley Beal’s Agent Says All-Star Wants...
Basketball Insiders (Zach Wolpin) —
This offseason, 76ers SG Quentin Grimes has fallen victim to restricted free agency. He’s one of several players from the 2021 draft class who remain unsigned for the same reason. That includes Jonathan Kuminga, Josh Giddey, and Cam Thomas. Grimes was a key player for the Sixers late in the 2024-25 season. He averaged 21.9 […] The post 76ers’ restricted free agent Quentin...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
LeBron James became the only player in the NBA with a no-trade clause on Wednesday when the Phoenix Suns bought out Bradley Beal’s contract. That was short-lived, as veteran guard Damian Lillard on Thursday signed with his former team, the Portland Trail Blazers, on a three-year, $42 million contract. Damian Lillard Earned No-Trade Clause With […] The post Damian Lillard Joins...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
Although the market for NBA restricted free agents remains frozen, Jonathan Kuminga is still seeking a lucrative contract from either the Golden State Warriors or another team. Suns Have Expressed Exploratory Interest In Jonathan Kuminga Per NBA insider Jake Fischer, Kuminga is demanding at least $25 million per season, and the veteran wing would be […] The post Jonathan Kuminga...
Basketball Insiders (Zach Wolpin) —
With a loss to the Pistons on Thursday, the Heat finished the summer league 1-3. Miami is known for developing players, and that’s what they’re attempting to do with big man Kel’el Ware. The 2024-25 season was his rookie year with the Heat. Ware played in 64 of their 82 games and made 36 starts. […] The post Miami’s Kel’el Ware needed a ‘wake-up...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
The Milwaukee Bucks will receive a salary cap benefit as a result of Damian Lillard’s new three-year, $42 million contract with the Portland Trail Blazers, according to ESPN’s Bobby Marks. Bucks Reduce Annual Cap Hits From $22.5 Million To $20.2 Million Milwaukee waived Lillard earlier this month and used the stretch provision to spread the […] The post Bucks To Save $2.3M...
Basketball Insiders (Zach Wolpin) —
In 2024-25, the Golden State Warriors finished with a 48-34 record. The team had to compete in the play-in tournament to earn the 7th seed in the NBA playoffs. Golden State beat the Rockets in seven games to win their first-round series. However, they lost in five games to Minnesota in the West semi-finals. According […] The post Golden State is the only team not to add or re-sign any...
Basketball Insiders (James Foglio) —
After reaching a contract buyout with veteran shooting guard Bradley Beal, the Phoenix Suns reportedly have turned their attention to pursuing Golden State Warriors restricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga. Warriors Seeking Young Player, First-Round Pick For Jonathan Kuminga According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, the Suns are “the latest team to express exploratory interest in […] ...
Basketball Insiders (Vivek Jacob) —
Nine-time All-Star Damian Lillard is set to make a return to the Portland Trail Blazers on a three-year, $42 million contract. ESPN’s Shams Charania was first to report. Lillard is expected to have a player option in 2027-28 as well as a no-trade clause. He was stretched and waived by the Milwaukee Bucks a couple […] The post Damian Lillard Set For Reunion With Portland Trail...