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The Charlotte Hornets have waived Josh Okogie, according to Rod Boone of the Charlotte Observer. Okogie’s $7.7 million salary for next season would have been guaranteed if he had remained on the roster beyond Tuesday. Hornets Acquired Josh Okogie From Suns Last Season Charlotte searched for suitable trade partners but was unable to work out […] The post Hornets Waive Josh Okogie To...
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This past weekend, Charles Barkley showed no fear when talking about modern coaching in the NBA, comparing them to how he was coached when he was younger, opposed to the way players are taken care of in today’s game. The Hall of Famer is convinced that this is why many athletes don’t live up to […] The post Charles Barkley Describes Modern NBA Coaches As...
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Jayson Tatum’s Achilles tear in the 2025 playoffs sealed the fate for the Celtics in 2025-26. The All-NBA PF will be unavailable for next season. With that, Boston chose to split up their championship roster. Jrue Holiday was traded to Portland, and Kristaps Porzingis to Atlanta. League insider Jake Fischer reported that the Raptors tried […] The post Toronto reportedly offered...
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Rumors have been swirling around NBA circles about a potential trade involving New Orleans Pelicans star forward Zion Williamson, but that gossip may now be irrelevant after a deadline passed on Tuesday. Zion Williamson Must Meet The Games Played Threshold According to ESPN’s Bobby Marks, July 15 marked the deadline for Williamson’s $39.4 million salary […] The post ...
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While young players are getting a chance to play at the Summer League in Las Vegas, the NBA’s board of governors are taking the opportunity to meet and discuss certain topics like expansion. This Tuesday, for example, the dialogue was directed over potential franchise additions to the league. However, no agreement was reached, only the […] The post Adam Silver On Expansion: NBA...
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Now that Kevon Looney has left California and is set for a new chapter of his career in Louisiana, he can look back at his time with the Warriors with great pride, as he was an integral part of the dynasty that conquered three NBA championships during a six year timeline. He mostly played a […] The post Kevon Looney Believes Warriors Would’ve Still Won 2017 Title Without Kevin...
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Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic could reportedly sign a three-year, $165 million contract extension next month, according to NBA insider Jovan Buha. Luka Doncic May Prefer To Sign The Shorter-Term Extension Doncic, 26, is the new franchise superstar who the Lakers acquired from the Dallas Mavericks in February. The five-time All-Star is not a […] The post Lakers’ Luka...
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In the 2024-25 season, the 76ers finished with a record of 24-58. Their worst since 1994-95. It was a season to forget for the Sixers, as several of their star players dealt with injuries. The two players to miss the most time for the 76ers last season were Joel Embiid and Paul George. They are […] The post ESPN’s Tim MacMahon says the Philadelphia 76ers are built on a...
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The Los Angeles Lakers, Milwaukee Bucks, and Atlanta Hawks are reportedly looking to add Al Horford this summer, according to ESPN’s Marc Spears. The 39-year-old played seven years with the Boston Celtics, including the last four seasons after the team reacquired him from the Oklahoma City Thunder in 2021. Warriors Expected Al Horford To Sign […] The post Lakers, Bucks, Hawks...
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The beginning of Ben Simmons’ career started with winning the Rookie of the Year in 2017-18. Following that year, Simmons was voted an all-star in three consecutive seasons. Since his final season being voted an all-star, it’s been an uphill battle for the soon-to-be 29-year-old. Simmons has struggled to stay healthy since the 2021-22 season. […] The post New York could...
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Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II has reportedly undergone surgery on the right foot injury that limited him to 36 games (29 starts) in the 2024-25 season, NBA insider Marc Stein reported Tuesday. His foot was placed in a boot after the procedure, and the 21-year-old is expected to be healthy for training camp. Dereck […] The post Mavericks’ Dereck Lively II Undergoes Foot...
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Former NBA star Victor Oladipo is working toward a return to the league after not playing since 2023, and he reportedly impressed scouts during a private workout on Monday in Las Vegas. Victor Oladipo Last Appeared In An NBA Game In The 2023 Playoffs According to ESPN’s Jeremy Woo, multiple attendees “came away impressed, with […] The post Victor Oladipo Seeking NBA...
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With the 16th pick in the 2016 NBA draft, Guerschon Yabusele was selected by the Celtics out of France. Yabusele played two seasons for Boston before they waived him in July 2019. Following his release from the Celtics, Yabusele took his career overseas and had to find his way back to the NBA. The 29-year-old […] The post Guerschon Yabusele signed with the Knicks because he wants...
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Last week the Clippers, Heat and Jazz agreed to a trade that sent John Collins to California, Norman Powell to Florida and Kyle Anderson, Kevin Love (plus a 2027 second-round pick) to Salt Lake City. According to Lawrence Frank, they’ve been wanting to add the 27-year-old for quite some time. Collins is the kind of […] The post Clippers Had Been Targeting John Collins ‘For...
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Although the Utah Jazz parted ways with veterans Jordan Clarkson, John Collins, and Collin Sexton this offseason, the Western Conference team is reportedly not planning to move Lauri Markkanen this summer. Jazz Intend To Build Around Lauri Markkanen According to ESPN’s Tim MacMahon, scouts and executives are wondering “whether the Jazz would trade 28-year-old Markkanen […] ...