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At his best, Joel Embiid is one of the top players in the NBA. He’s capable of having 25-30 points along with 10+ rebounds on a nightly basis for the Sixers. With his spectacular season in 2022-23, Embiid won the NBA MVP. Since then, it’s been an uphill battle for the seven-time all-star to stay […] The post Philadelphia is ‘optimistic’ that Joel Embiid (knee)...
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Following the 204-25 season, the Orlando Magic decided it was time to upgrade their roster. The team traded with the Grizzlies to acquire sharpshooter Desmond Bane, Orlando traded Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Cole Anthony, and four first-round picks. Additionally, they added a first-round pick swap in 2030. NBA insiders Shams Charania reported that Cole Anthony has agreed […] The post ...
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Free agent big man Marvin Bagley III has agreed to a one-year deal with the Washington Wizards, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Thursday. The 26-year-old returns to the Wizards after playing in Washington for the 2024-25 season and then being traded to the Memphis Grizzlies at the February deadline. Marvin Bagley III Went No. 2 Overall […] The post Wizards Bring Back Marvin Bagley...
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LeBron James is reportedly under the impression that the Los Angeles Lakers “are more in a futuristic mindset” instead of a win-now mode, refusing to make the necessary moves to compete for a championship next season, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. “He feels clearly that the Lakers are more in a futuristic mindset,” Charania said […] The post LeBron James Feels Lakers Are...
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The Indiana Pacers and free agent center Isaiah Jackson have agreed to a three-year, $21 million deal for the 23-year-old to return next season, CAA’s Drew Morrison and Sam Rose told ESPN’s Shams Charania on Friday. His new deal keeps him in Indiana through the 2027-28 season. Isaiah Jackson Tore His Right Achilles Tendon In […] The post Pacers, Isaiah Jackson Agree to...
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To begin the 2024-25 season, the Lakers had two superstar players. LeBron James and Anthony Davis. At the trade deadline, Los Angeles parted ways with Davis to acquire All-NBA PG Luka Doncic. The Lakers are in the middle of a transition from LeBron James being their franchise player to Luka Doncic. James is entering his […] The post Brook Lopez signed with the Clippers over the Lakers...
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Free agent veteran guard Russell Westbrook has been linked to the Sacramento Kings, but it appears the former MVP will not be playing for the NBA franchise due to its crowded roster. Kings Are Unable To Add Russell Westbrook After Signing Dennis Schroder Appearing on Sactown Sports 1140’s The Carmichael Dave Show, The Athletic’s Sam […] The post Kings Reportedly Cannot Sign...
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The seven-bedroom, 17.5-bath mansion formerly owned by Michael Jordan in Highland Park, Illinois, is reportedly available for rental on Airbnb, according to David K. Li of NBC News. John Cooper Purchased The Mansion For $9.5 Million The property owner, John Cooper, purchased the mansion for $9.5 million last year and is now listing it for […] The post Michael Jordan’s Former...
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On Thursday, Cooper Flagg made his summer league debut for the Mavericks. Flagg was the consensus #1 pick, and Dallas was lucky enough to draft him. During his lone collegiate season at Duke, Flagg averaged 19.2 points per game. Against the Lakers on Thursday, Flagg was inefficient from the field and finished the game with […] The post Dallas’ Cooper Flagg called his summer...
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The San Antonio Spurs and veteran guard Jordan McLaughlin have reached a one-year, $3 million contract for the 29-year-old to return to the silver and black. This will likely be a veteran’s minimum deal. Spurs Acquired Jordan McLaughlin From Kings In 2024-25 McLaughlin was acquired from the Sacramento Kings in February as part of the […] The post Spurs, Jordan McLaughlin Agree to...
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To begin the 2024-25 season, Brandon Ingram was a member of the Pelicans. He played and started just 18 games for New Oreland last year due to an ankle injury. At the trade deadline, the Pelicans parted ways with Ingram after six seasons. The veteran was moved to the Raptors but did not appear in […] The post Toronto’s Brandon Ingram has been cleared for contact after a serious...
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If LeBron James leaves the Los Angeles Lakers via trade or contract buyout, there’s a good chance that his son Bronny will not be back with the purple and gold in the future. “[Bronny] James has a fully guaranteed deal this year, but after that, everything is up in the air,” The Athletic’s John Hollinger […] The post Lakers Rumors: ‘Hard To See’...
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In 2024-25, the Cavaliers finished 64-18. That was the best record in the Eastern Conference. Despite a dominant regular season, Cleveland lost to the Pacers in the Conference semi-finals in five games. Heading into the 2025-26 season, the Cavs are keeping the core of their roster together. Recently, head coach Kenny Atkinson was interviewed during […] The post Cavs head coach Kenny...
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In the 2025 NBA draft, the 76ers had the third overall pick. Dallas selected Cooper Flagg with the first pick, and San Antonio followed by drafting Dylan Harper. There was speculation Ace Bailey would be the third selection in 2025. However, Philadelphia went with Baylor’s VJ Edgecombe. In his first summer league game for the […] The post 76ers’ Paul George said rookie VJ...
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The New Orleans Pelicans and veteran wing Herb Jones have agreed to a three-year, $68 million contract extension, Mark Bartelstein and Kieran Piller of Priority Sports told ESPN’s Shams Charania on Thursday. Jones now has a total five years and $97 million on his deal, with a player option in 2029-30. Herb Jones Set To […] The post Pelicans, Herb Jones Agree to Three-Year, $68M...