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The Los Angeles Lakers held an official press conference introducing superstar Anthony Davis as a member of the team on Saturday after a long and arduous journey in order to get AD on the team. During his introductory presser, Davis covered a wide variety of topics, but one of the ones that he clearly intonated […]

In what was potentially the final bit of earth-shattering news of the NBA offseason, the Houston Rockets traded for Russell Westbrook by shipping away Chris Paul and a smattering of future first-round draft picks. In the deal, the Rockets sent out Chris Paul to the Oklahoma City Thunder to make salaries work and this makes […]

Mitch Kupchak might have to accept that this story, which will be explained below, is his biggest victory in the NBA offseason. With the NBA free agency period opening up a day earlier than usual on June 30, deals were agreed to far faster than any previous free agency period in history. It used to […]

The Dallas Mavericks, like every team with cap space this offseason, had high hopes when free agency began this offseason. The team originally had Kemba Walker at the top of the franchise’s wish list, but when it became apparent that Walker would be heading to Beantown, the Mavs apparently had their next target all lined […]

Jimmer Fredette has reportedly reached a two-year deal with Greek team Panathinaikos, according to Varlas Nikos of Eurohoops. Breaking: Sources tell @Eurohoopsnet that Panathinaikos has reached a deal in principle with Jimmer Fredette for a two year contract. Greens are bringing the American scorer in Europe for first time throughout his career — Nikos Varlas […]

Despite the Minnesota Timberwolves seemingly losing hope (and patience) on Andrew Wiggins, head coach Ryan Saunders is not yet ready to give up on the former top overall pick. The Timberwolves reportedly tried to trade Wiggins and his horrendous contract this offseason, as they see him more of a liability. While Wiggins has posted incredible […]

NBA veteran Jason Terry is considering joining the collegiate or professional coaching ranks, according to Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports. NBA champion Jason Terry is exploring coaching opportunities at the collegiate and professional ranks. He is being represented by attorney/agent @ChrisPatrickJr of The Sports Law Group. — Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) July 11, 2019 Terry, who […]

Chicago Bulls center Wendell Carter Jr. underwent a core muscle surgery in Philadelphia and will now be on a six-to-eight week rehabilitation protocol. The Bulls made the announcement on Tuesday, citing that they expect Carter Jr. to be ready for training camp. Bulls still maintain this surgery, for an ailment dating at least back to […]

With all major free agents off the board, NBA news has been something of a slow trickle after the mammoth news regarding Kawhi Leonard and Paul George teaming up on the LA Clippers. One signing did take place late Tuesday night, however, the Orlando Magic reportedly signed second-year big man Khem Birch to a two-year/$6 […]

The NBA announced on Tuesday that it would allow coach’s challenges in 2019-20 that include “challenge flags” for calls by referees that coaches deem to be incorrect. This is definitely a terrific step for the NBA. While missed calls are certainly “part of the game,” a game’s outcome should not logically be decided by an […]

Earlier on Tuesday, the LA Clippers reportedly added to the team’s roster via a two-way signing in Amir Coffey, which was reported by our own Tomer Azarly. The #Clippers have signed Amir Coffey to a two-way contract, the team just announced. He’s played very well for their Summer League team so far. pic.twitter.com/iar0QzESkG — Tomer […]

Though the Indiana Pacers lost the solid production of Bojan Bogdanovic to the Utah Jazz this offseason, the Pacers added solid players in free agency and the draft who will likely help them contend in the Eastern Conference in the 2019-20 NBA season. One player who should soon be a member of the Pacers is 27-year-old […]

The Utah Jazz has put together one of the most fearsome rosters in the NBA in the Western Conference with the trade for Mike Conley as well as the free agent signing of Bojan Bogdanovic, who previously played for the Indiana Pacers. Bogdanovic was interviewed by Eric Walden of The Salt Lake Tribune about his […]

As the entire NBA world reacts to the mammoth news that Kawhi Leonard will be playing in Los Angeles as a member of the LA Clippers next season, one former Clipper was interviewed by TMZ Sports regarding his thoughts on Kawhi joining the Clips. “I think it’s good for basketball, good for L.A.,” Blake Griffin […]

Zion Williamson and R.J. Barret finally made their NBA Summer League debuts. After immense buildup, the two started their teams’ first game of Summer League and provided a smattering of highlights. However, after only playing nine minutes, the No. 1 overall pick suffered a knee-to-knee collision during the game, which will keep him out for […]

In order to complete the surprising Jimmy Butler trade, the Miami Heat have waived and stretched the contract of Ryan Anderson, per Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel. Heat will waive and stretch Ryan Anderson to complete the Jimmy Butler trade, meaning $5.2 million cap hits in the 2020 and '21 offseasons. — […]

After Kawhi Leonard finally made his decision and joined the LA Clippers, the Los Angeles Lakers had to immediately shift gears and fill the roster with a variety of the team’s secondary targets such as Danny Green, JaVale McGee and DeMarcus Cousins. Another name that had been bandied about as a potential fit for the […]

On one of the wildest nights in NBA history (in which only Summer League games were played), the NBA world literally experienced seismic news. On top of the figuratively seismic news of Kawhi Leonard signing with the LA Clippers and bringing Paul George with him, Summer League games had to be canceled due to a […]

Nikola Vucevic of the Orlando Magic had a truly terrific season last year and was rewarded by being named to his first-ever All-Star team in the Eastern Conference. Vucevic believes his presence on the Magic can help Mo Bamba next season. Bamba had an uninspiring first season last year, but the 21-year-old is glad to […]

As the NBA world rests in suspended animation as teams and free agents await the free agency decision of Kawhi Leonard, one team is reportedly interested in bringing back one of its acquisitions from last season at the trade deadline. Per ESPN’s Tim McMahon, the Memphis Grizzlies will match any “reasonable” offer sheet that 27-year-old […]

Golden State Warriors center DeMarcus Cousins is still in the market, but one team — at least the players and its fans — seems interested in signing him. San Antonio Spurs fans put up a billboard in Texas recruiting Boogie to the Spurs. The perpetrator of this billboard, apparently, is local retailer Arrow Head Outdoor. […]

The offseason for the Boston Celtics has been a mixed bag. It would be better if new draft pick Romeo Langford can genuinely reconstruct his game so that he can provide considerable production in the coming NBA season. Though the team nabbed one of the best available free agents on the market in point guard […]

While the entire NBA waits for Kawhi Leonard’s free agency decision, two notable retired players are reportedly hankering for a return to the best basketball league in the world. According to Jordan Schultz of ESPN, Monta Ellis and Amar’e Stoudemire will have private workouts with 5-6 NBA teams in Las Vegas. Amar’e Stoudemire and Monta […]

Richard Jefferson, the current game and studio analyst for the Brooklyn Nets on the YES Network, last played in the NBA in the 2017-18 season as a member of the Denver Nuggets. Though Jefferson only saw action in 20 games for the Nugs, he was only two seasons removed from winning his first and only […]

Buddy Hield had a tremendous breakout season in his third year in the league, averaging over 20 points a game for a resurgent Sacramento Kings team that fought hard and almost made it into the playoffs in a loaded Western Conference last season. Now that both Kosta Koufos and Willie Cauley-Stein are no longer members […]

NBA veteran Jamal Crawford is still going strong, even at age 39, and apparently he’s still looking to stay in the league. According to a report, Crawford is drawing interest from multiple teams, including the Philadelphia 76ers, Oklahoma City Thunder, Brooklyn Nets, Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat. .@JCrossover needs a team! I’ve heard Sixers, […]

As NBA free agency news continues to pile up (and the league overall holds its breath and waits for Kawhi Leonard’s decision), the Utah Jazz made a move to help bolster its point guard rotation. The Jazz signed backup point guard Emmanuel Mudiay to a one-year deal, per ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. Free agent guard Emmanuel […]

While the L.A. Clippers wait patiently for Kawhi Leonard’s decision, which seems likely to involve either themselves or the Los Angeles Lakers, the team made a more proactive move by signing Patrick Beverley to a 3-year/$40 million deal. Of course, that’s noticeably less than what he could’ve made, but Beverley was quoted in a story […]

The Boston Celtics have made plenty of headlines already during the 2019 NBA free agency period. Although the Celtics lost some notable players — including Al Horford, Terry Rozier, Kyrie Irving and Aron Baynes — they have also picked up two notable free agents in Kemba Walker and Enes Kanter. While Walker and Kanter are […]

Five-time NBA All-Star Al Horford made one of the most surprising moves so far in 2019 NBA free agency by eschewing his former team, the Boston Celtics, in favor of division rivals, the Philadelphia 76ers on a 4-year, $109 million deal. According to a story by Mark Murphy of the Boston Herald, while the money […]

Teams all around the NBA continue to make myriad moves in advance of what will likely be one of the most entertaining offseasons in recent memory. One such team making moves is the New York Knicks, who have reportedly waived veteran Lance Thomas ahead of free agency beginning per Shams Charania of The Athletic: The […]

With NBA free agency just around the corner, the internet and NBA Twitter are thick with unsubstantiated rumors and reports from various sources. However, one interesting piece of news has the ring of truth to it regarding Anfernee Simons and the Portland Trail Blazers. Per Keith Smith of Yahoo, teams have been “calling” the Blazers […]

Nene Hilario of the Houston Rockets has reportedly turned down his $3.8 million player option for the 2019-20 season, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN: Another quality big on the market: Houston center Nene is declining his $3.8M option and will become a free agent, league sources tell ESPN. — Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) June 29, […]

With free agency slated to begin on Sunday, June 30, rumors and updates are flying in with rapidity. Some breaking news that recently crossed the transom involved Danuel House of the Houston Rockets per Kelly Iko of The Athletic: Houston has sent Danuel House his qualifying offer, making him a restricted free agent, a source […]

The Washington Wizards are set to enter into 2019 free agency without a full-time general manager, but the team is still making moves and preparing for more big decisions coming their way. According to a story by Chase Hughes of NBC Sports, the team’s starting point guard in 2018-19, Tomas Satoransky, can expect to get […]

The Boston Celtics continue to make headlines a few days in advance of free agency. After previously being linked to Kemba Walker in free agency when the moratorium lifts in a few days time, the Boston Celtics announced today that it has added former WNBA Player Kara Lawson to its coaching staff. The Boston Celtics […]

Tony Snell of the Milwaukee Bucks was traded last week to the Detroit Pistons as part of a salary dump involving Jon Leuer and the No. 30 pick in the 2019 NBA Draft. That pick was later traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers, but Snell’s status as a future Piston remains unchanged. Snell is not stranger […]

With 2019 NBA Free Agency on the horizon with just a few days to go, the Los Angeles Lakers made a final push for maximum cap space in order to sign a big-name free agent on Thursday by trading away three of its young players for cap space – ultimately giving the team the freedom […]

Dejounte Murray of the San Antonio Spurs is reportedly practicing with the San Antonio Spurs Summer League squad, per a Tweet from San Antonio News-Express writer Mike Finger. Last gentleman in the gym shooting after Spurs’ summer league practice is not on the summer league roster. His name is Dejounte Murray. — Mike Finger (@mikefinger) […]