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For all of the talent that Trae Young possesses, his relatively brief tenure with the Atlanta Hawks has hit marvelous highs and dramatic lows. On the high end, an Eastern Conference Finals appearance in the 2021 NBA Playoffs, which was just his third season with the team. On the low end, the chaos and confusion […]

The Toronto Raptors could have real competition for Jakob Poeltl this offseason, with the San Antonio Spurs and the Houston Rockets emerging as threats to sign the Austrian pivot. In the case of the Spurs, bringing Poeltl back to play alongside Victor Wembanyama “is very appealing” for San Antonio, according to HoopsHype insider Michael Scotto. […]

In just two seasons, 24-year-old forward Herb Jones has already turned himself into a household name, proving himself to be one of the most impactful defenders in the league. A 2021-22 All-Rookie 2nd Team selection largely due to his defensive prowess and an All-Defensive candidate in both seasons, the New Orleans Pelicans looked like some […]

With the Houston Rockets looking to accelerate their rebuild, myriad free agents have emerged as potential free agent signings for a team with plenty of young talent. Chief among those prospective players have been names such as James Harden, Fred VanVleet, and Kyrie Irving. Despite the Rockets selecting a true point guard in 6-foot-7 Amen […]

In guards Max Strus and Gabe Vincent, the Miami Heat could lose two of their most significant rotation players from the 2023 NBA Playoffs in the upcoming free agency period. Strus has been linked to teams like the Indiana Pacers, Cleveland Cavaliers, Detroit Pistons, who all could use upgrades in their second unit. Vincent has […]

“Multiple rival clubs indicated Wednesday that [Max] Strus is increasingly likely to command a contract that starts higher than the full $12.4 million midlevel exception,” per NBA insider Marc Stein. One of the teams willing to pay Strus that amount appears to be the Indiana Pacers, who are weighing a three-year, $48 million contract for […]

Maybe it should have been expected, given the nature of the world as we know it today, but with the once beloved Bronny James has now become the target of increasingly vocal doubters and detractors. Of course, there will always be a chorus of people in the peanut gallery that want Bronny to fail simply […]

After two seasons at Norfolk State, 24-year-old forward Kris Bankston declared for the 2023 NBA Draft and will now get his chance to latch on with a franchise after agreeing to play for the Minnesota Timberwolves in the NBA Summer League (h/t Kyle T. Mosley of HBCU Legends) Bankston averaged 14.2 points, 7.1 rebounds, 1.5 […]

The Portland Trail Blazers would undoubtedly have interest in adding a player like  Draymond Green, particularly with what’s long been known to be a leaky defense. However, much to their misfortune, it appears that Green was actually not in Portland for the meeting that Blazers face of the franchise Damian Lillard is rumored to have […]

With the Sacramento Kings and Houston Rockets among the NBA teams with the most projected cap space this offseason, both franchises will have plenty of free agent options to choose from as they look to take the next step forward as a franchise. For the Kings — who have also been tied to multiple stars […]

With the 2023 NBA free agency period set to begin on Jul. 1, the Portland Trail Blazers are making decisions about the futures of their impending free agents, including Matisse Thybulle and Cam Reddish. In the case of the former, who the Blazers have long since conceded a desire to re-sign, the Blazers have officially […]

James Harden may be the highest-valued free agent this offseason. However, with the 33-year-old not only looking for a lucrative contract but to be in championship contention, the number of teams that make sense for him are limited. “From James’ perspective,” according to The Athletic’s Kelly Iko, “there were always a few options. Phoenix was […]

With the Portland Trail Blazers and Miami Heat’s destinies seemingly intertwined given Damian Lillard’s desire to play for the South Beach-based franchise, one of the primary players tied to a potential trade package for the perennial All-Star is Heat guard Tyler Herro. However, “Portland is lukewarm on Tyler Herro,” per Sports Illustrated’s Chris Mannix. A […]

The NBA offseason is in full swing following the 2023 NBA Draft and, after adding rookie forwards Andre Jackson Jr. and Chris Livingston to their stable of talent, the Milwaukee Bucks have turned their sights on a few veterans they would like to re-sign: All-Star forward Khris Middleton, 2023 Defensive Player of the Year runner-up […]

Milwaukee Bucks veteran forward Jae Crowder is “leaning heavily towards” re-signing in free agency, according to NBA insider Gery Woelfel. Acquired by the Bucks as part of the four-team trade that brought superstar Kevin Durant to the Phoenix Suns in early February, Crowder only played 22 games for the Bucks after being dealt by the […]

While Houston Rockets point guard Amen Thompson — the No. 4 overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft — was introduced alongside 20th overall pick Cam Whitmore, his twin brother was in the crowd alongside his family to offer support. #Rockets rookies Cam Whitmore, Amen Thompson, and their families, including twin brother Ausar Thompson (back) […]

Amid rampant speculation about his playing future, Dallas Mavericks impending free agent Kyrie Irving made an eye-opening move by surrendering his No. 2 jersey to incoming rookie Dereck Lively II. As well as telling the Mavs that he would like to wear No. 11 if he should return (h/t ESPN reporter Tim MacMahon). Derek Lively […]

4-time Pro Bowl running back Dalvin Cook is a high-profile free agent that many speculate the New England Patriots will try to sign this offseason, but former NFL running back James White doesn’t see it that way. In fact, drawing on his experience with the Patriots and familiarity with Patriots head coach Bill Belichick, the […]

Ahead and through the 2023 NBA Draft, the Atlanta Hawks are rumored to be fixated on a trade for Toronto Raptors forward Pascal Siakam. However, with the Hawks reportedly sending John Collins to the Utah Jazz in a deal that netted them just Rudy Gay and a second-round pick, it may be time to reassess […]

Leadership and camaraderie are two oft discussed but still underrated intangibles that can be the difference between a team winning an NBA championship and them repeatedly falling short of their goal. Which is why the actions and words of Atlanta Hawks guard Dejounte Murray, who just finished his sixth NBA season, matters so much. The […]

Amid rumors that the Los Angeles Lakers have been attempting to trade Mo Bamba and Malik Beasley to teams over the course of the offseason, several trade destinations have been proposed for a pair of players they acquired midway through the 2022-23 season. However, among their potential landing spots, the Chicago Bulls might be the […]

The Boston Celtics trading 2022 Defensive Player of the Year, Marcus Smart, to the Memphis Grizzlies as part of the three-team trade that brought one-time All-Star Kristaps Porzingis to Boston rightly felt like the end of an era. Smart left this iteration of the Celtics as their longest-tenured player, having been with Boston since they […]

The Houston Rockets feel fortuitous after rookie forward Cam Whitmore, a potential top-five pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, fell all the way to No. 20, where he was swiftly scooped up by Rockets general manager Rafael Stone. In the days following the draft, there have been multiple rumors about exactly why Whitmore was available […]

The Portland Trail Blazers were long thought to be on their way towards a blockbuster trade, rumored to be dangling the No. 3 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft and Anfernee Simons as trade bait in hopes that a team would give up a star player. As it so happened, the Blazers kept the No. […]

Memphis Grizzlies rising star Ja Morant was quickly on his way to becoming one of the faces of the NBA thanks to his highlight reel performances, youthful energy and charismatic personality. Then liquor-filled strip club rendezvous and a penchant for putting his firearm on social media has led to NBA fans and league decision-makers wondering […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are happy to have landed former Indiana guard Jalen Hood-Schifino with the No. 17 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. However, the job isn’t done yet for L.A., and there’s a move that opened up for them that they have to take advantage of, a trade for Boston Celtics guard Malcolm Brogdon, […]

Quaterius Hawkins had had quite the journey, signing with Grambling State University in 2022 after three seasons at Jones College, a NJCAA Division I school in Ellisville, MS. The dual-threat quarterback amassed 3,064 passing yards and 21 touchdowns while rushing for 347 yards and another seven touchdowns during his time with the Bobcats, then three […]

Orlando Magic point guard Anthony Black, who they selected with the No. 6 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, stands tall at a listed 6-foot-7 and 198 pounds. At that size, with his skillset as a bouncy playmaker, he’s bound to be a constant mismatch at his position. As a team with plenty of length, […]

With the 2023 FIBA World Cup set to take place from August 25 to September 10, Team USA just received major news with the commitment of Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero, the reigning NBA Rookie of the Year. Banchero was originally expected to play for Team Italy, per Shams Charania of The Athletic. Orlando’s Paolo […]

Count Houston Rockets fan favorite Alperen Sengun among the quartet of NBA players expected to play for Turkish national team in the FIBA Pre-Qualifying Olympic Tournament from Aug. 12-20, according to EuroHoops. Sengun will be joined by fellow NBA fraternity members Cedi Osman of the Cleveland Cavaliers, Furkan Korkmaz of the Philadelphia 76ers and Omer […]

To be a top-five 2023 NBA Draft selection, Detroit Pistons wing Ausar Thompson has perhaps been underdiscussed, with fans reveling over the eye-popping athleticism and passing ability of his brother Amen Thompson. To that, Au. Thompson simply points to his “IQ, finishing at the rim, becoming a better catch-and-shoot shooter, coming off screens…,” per The […]

The Houston Rockets organization and fan base are both rightly excited after selecting Overtime Elite point guard Amen Thompson with the No. 4 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. One of the most exhilarating prospects in recent memory due to what could become a signature blend of breathtaking athleticism and cerebral playmaking at 6-foot-7, Thompson […]

With the duo of Karl Anthony-Towns and Rudy Gobert still feeling like an awkward fit, the Minnesota Timberwolves were among the teams tied to the Portland Trail Blazers and the No. 3 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. The Blazers would keep the pick, selecting explosive G League Ignite guard Scoot Henderson on Thursday night. […]

The Atlanta Hawks have been given a mandate to get out of the luxury tax, according to ESPN insider Brian Windhorst, leading to increased speculation that the Hawks will make a trade before the start of the 2023-24 season. However, longtime Hawks insider Brad Rowland would notably push back against the report from Windhorst, saying […]

The Indiana Pacers made four picks in the 2023 NBA Draft, coming away with Houston forward Jarace Walker, Belmont wing Ben Sheppard, G League Ignite guard Mojave King, and Miami (FL) guard Isaiah Wong. A quartet of skilled players that can all make an impact in the league, the Pacers came away from Thursday’s draft […]

A projected lottery pick, Overtime Elite wing Ausar Thompson is one of the most interesting prospects in the 2023 NBA Draft. Gifted with extraordinary athleticism at 6-foot-7 and 215 pounds, Thompson is a crafty three-level scorer with cerebral playmaking ability and positional versatility. The knock on he and his brother Amen Thompson has been the […]

With highly touted head coach Quin Snyder looking to build the team into a formidable playoff contender, Atlanta Hawks have been one of the more active teams this offseason, engaging other franchises in trade discussions that include both the No. 15 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft and players like De’Andre Hunter, John Collins, and […]

Amid Harrison Barnes’ impending free agency, the Sacramento Kings have been linked to multiple frontcourt players, including Philadelphia 76ers forward Tobias Harris and Olympiacos forward Sasha Vezenkov. Ahead of the 2023 NBA Draft, their list of offseason targets was updated by Turner Sports insider Chris Haynes, who appeared on the What’s Chad Doing? podcast, reports […]

The Portland Trail Blazers have been perhaps the most discussed team this offseason. Picking third in the 2023 NBA Draft and contending with the pressures of having an aging superstar on their roster, Portland’s position often vacillates between promising and precarious. Should the Blazers keep the No. 3 pick and select G League Ignite guard […]