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The Denver Nuggets signed guard Troy Daniels on Thursday, but before adding the sharpshooter, the Nuggets considered adding a couple of other players. According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, Denver looked at both wing Iman Shumpert and big man Joakim Noah, the latter of whom has not even played in the NBA this season. […]

The Brooklyn Nets are waiving forward Iman Shumpert, who was acquired last month as a reinforcement for the team’s depth, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic. The Nets were 9-4 since Shumpert arrived, but released him due to the guarantees on his contract — money they were reluctant to pay. Shumpert, though a good […]

After a rookie campaign that saw him average 9.5 points, 3.2 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.7 steals, expectations were that then-New York Knicks guard Iman Shumpert could develop into a one of the better two-way role players in the league. Unfortunately, that hasn’t happened for the former Georgia Tech guard as he hasn’t really improved […]

Brooklyn Nets floor general Kyrie Irving has had a bad rap as a teammate after a 2018-19 season that fell well below expectations, one filled with turmoil, mood swings, and plenty of grim juju in a veteran Boston Celtics locker room. Iman Shumpert, once again Irving’s teammate after spending three seasons with him in Cleveland, […]

It took quite a while, but Iman Shumpert finally found an NBA team to call home for the season. The former New York Knicks guard has been picked up by the Brooklyn Nets to reinforce their wing depth due to the key absences in their roster. Shumpert played his first game as a Net in […]

The Brooklyn Nets are signing free agent guard Iman Shumpert, ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reported on Wednesday afternoon: Free agent guard Iman Shumpert is signing with the Brooklyn Nets, league sources tell ESPN. Nets have a 16th roster spot until Wilson Chandler suspension ends in mid-December — Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) November 13, 2019 The signing of […]

Washington Wizards guard Isaiah Thomas has been vouching for Carmelo Anthony to be signed by any NBA team this season. And he believes that it’s disrespectful that Melo and a few other veterans are still free agents. Isaiah Thomas says it's 'DISRESPECTFUL' that NBA veterans such as Carmelo Anthony, Jamal Crawford, JR Smith & Iman […]

Free agent forward Iman Shumpert has chosen to decline the Houston Rockets’ contract offer after months of consideration and negotiation with the organization, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic. Shumpert won’t be reporting to the Rockets’ Las Vegas training camp, where players are expected to show up in two weeks prior to the start […]

Former NBA champion Iman Shumpert has yet to find a new home and Isaiah Thomas called on the teams in the league to sign his former teammate. Shumpert replied, noting that he’s working on some things behind the scenes. He then shared a link of his clothing line Centerpiece. Does this signify that Shumpert will […]

Washington Wizards point guard Isaiah Thomas says Jamal Crawford, JR Smith and Iman Shumpert should be signed by NBA teams right away. All three players are currently unrestricted free agents: My bro @JCrossover should be on a team already!!! — Isaiah Thomas (@isaiahthomas) August 24, 2019 My bro @TheRealJRSmith should be on a team right […]

The Houston Rockets have been enamored with the idea of reeling in Memphis Grizzlies forward Andre Iguodala, just as they were two seasons ago during his free agency hoping to pry him away from the Golden State Warriors. According to Kelly Iko of The Athletic, the Rockets like that Iguodala is a proven winner, and […]

By winning the Russell Westbrook lottery, the Houston Rockets have successfully propelled themselves into the conversation of title contenders for the upcoming season. By pairing two of the league’s Most Valuable Player winners in the past three years, Houston have formed one of the most dynamic, exciting, and at the same time mind-boggling backcourt duos […]

Kevin Durant? Who needs him. Kyrie Irving, believed to be committed to signing a max deal with the Nets, has discussed bringing veteran wing Iman Shumpert along with him in a move to Brooklyn, per HoopsHype’s Alex Kennedy on Twitter. ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reported on Saturday that Kyrie and the Nets are “motivated” to quickly […]

Iman Shumpert found a new home in Houston after the Rockets traded for him as part of a three-team swap with the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Sacramento Kings. While he’s found it tough to notch consistent minutes in a tight playoff rotation, head coach Mike D’Antoni knew he’d need an experienced veteran to limit the […]

Houston Rockets swingman Iman Shumpert was brought aboard back in February following a trade with the Sacramento Kings. Shumpert’s veteran presence was taken away from the upstart Sacramento group and re-assigned to a Houston side that was in need of his shot-making ability and defensive activity down the stretch run of the season. Now that […]

With the playoffs just around the corner, Houston Rockets head coach Mike D’Antoni is excited to have veteran Iman Shumpert back and healthy. In an interview with Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle, D’Antoni shared Shumpert’s health condition and how much of an asset he is to the team. “He’s been getting more in shape,” Rockets […]

Houston Rockets guard Iman Shumpert will return to the lineup for Friday’s game against the Philadelphia 76ers, per Jonathane Feigen of the Houston Chronicle. Iman Shumpert to return for Rockets vs. 76ers tonight. — Jonathan Feigen (@Jonathan_Feigen) March 8, 2019 The Rockets acquired Shumpert from the Sacramento Kings as part of a wild three-team trade […]

The Houston Rockets have been on a roll lately. After a win in Boston against the Celtics on Sunday, the Rockets have ratcheted up their win streak to five games. The two-game road trip will continue Monday night as Houston is slotted to take on the Toronto Raptors. However, they could be taking to court […]

The Houston Rockets will definitely be without one key contributor and could be without another for Thursday’s matchup against the Miami Heat. Kenneth Faried is doubtful for the Rockets against the Heat tonight with a bruised left hip. Iman Shumpert (sore right calf) is out. For the Heat, James Johnson (left AC sprain) and Hassan […]

Houston Rockets swingman Iman Shumpert is hoping to test his sore right knee after sitting out the initial two games after the All-Star break. The 3-and-D wing, who played only 14 games last season because of a knee surgery, said the soreness came back recently: “I just need to run and do stuff,” said Shumpert, […]

Houston Rockets star James Harden and newly acquired guard Iman Shumpert are questionable to play in the team’s home game against the Atlanta Hawks on Monday. James Harden and Iman Shumpert listed as questionable for #Rockets⁠ ⁠ game with the Hawks tomorrow night at Toyota Center. — Mark Berman (@MarkBerman_) February 24, 2019 Harden has […]

The Houston Rockets will be a little lighter on depth for at least their next two games as guard Iman Shumpert is set to miss time: Rockets wing Iman Shumpert is out against Lakers and Warriors with a sore right knee — Jonathan Feigen (@Jonathan_Feigen) February 20, 2019 This is a bad time for Iman […]

Iman Shumpert is moving from the Sacramento Kings to the Houston Rockets as part of a trade, and the player sent a heartfelt message to his former team and their fans on Twitter: Sacramento…I really can't thank you enough for accepting me in full ever since I got off the plane when I was traded […]

The Houston Rockets took part on a three-team trade surrounding former Sacramento Kings forward Iman Shumpert, giving them another potential three-and-D cog to add to their rotation. The star backcourt duo of Chris Paul and James Harden raved about the move, anxious to add him to the fold. “I’m excited about it. I’ve been knowing […]

The Houston Rockets were able to acquire swingman Iman Shumpert in a three-team trade. However. there is still speculation regarding Houston’s interest in New Orleans Pelicans forward Nikola Mirotic. The Pelicans made it known that Mirotic was available prior to the trade deadline. According to Kevin O’Connor of The Ringer, the Rockets may still look […]

Iman Shumpert of the Sacramento Kings has slammed the rumors surrounding he and his wife, singer Teyana Taylor. Via Twitter, Shumpert posted a series of photos ripping a news article which claimed that he, Taylor, and adult film star Alby Rydes had a threesome which resulted in the latter’s pregnancy. In his message below, Shumpert indicates his […]

Sacramento Kings guard Iman Shumpert was stopped by security from entering the Portland Trail Blazers’ locker room and going after Jusuf Nurkic after the Kings’ 115-107 victory on Monday night. Shumpert was apparently not happy over a hard screen that Nurkic set in the second half: “Some stuff needed to be between me and him, […]

Sacramento Kings guard Iman Shumpert was stopped from going into the Portland Trail Blazers’ locker room by arena security after the Kings’ 115-107 win on Monday night. Shumpert was allegedly angry at Blazers center Jusuf Nurkic, who set a rock-hard screen in the first half. Nurkic was in the right position, but slightly shuffled his feet in Shumpert’s direction, nailing Shumpert […]

Sacramento Kings guard Iman Shumpert wanted to meet Portland Trail Blazers center Jusuf Nurkic after their showdown on Monday night at the Golden 1 Center. According to Peter Socotch of NBC Sports Northwest, Shumpert was seen outside Portland’s locker room after the game. The 28-year-old guard was reportedly looking to have a “conversation” with Nurkic. […]

There were some fireworks on Monday night when the Sacramento Kings and Portland Trail Blazers faced off at Golden 1 Center. When Kings guard Iman Shumpert tried to run through a screen set by Blazers center Jusuf Nurkic, the latter clipped the former with his shoulder. Intentional or not, Shumpert took exception to the hard […]

Sacramento Kings guard Iman Shumpert clearly was upset with himself after his struggles during the team’s game against the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night. The Kings were unable to hold off the Lakers down the stretch, with Los Angeles earning a 121-114 victory to avenge its loss in Sacramento earlier in the week. Of […]

Sacramento Kings stars De’Aaron Fox and Iman Shumpert were featured recently on Whistle’s YouTube series “Bad Jokes.” This series focuses on getting one of the two guests to laugh at a set of the corniest or lamest jokes. The first one that laughs takes the loss. Below, you can see De’Aaron Fox and Iman Shumpert […]

The Sacramento Kings will be shorthanded when they take on the Oklahoma City Thunder Wednesday night. Bogdan Bogdanovic will miss the game with a sore right foot, while Iman Shumpert will sit out with a right hip contusion. https://twitter.com/SacramentoKings/status/1075483125306650624 Bogdanovic and Shumpert are two key contributors for the Kings, so other guys on head coach […]

Sacramento Kings guard Iman Shumpert will miss his team’s game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday night due to personal reasons, according to Jason Jones of The Athletic. Shumpert also missed the Kings’ win over the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday with a hip injury. Sacramento acquired Shumpert from the Cleveland Cavaliers in a three-team trade […]

The Sacramento Kings are referring to themselves as “The Scores” lately and Iman Shumpert has a very good reason why. The Kings are one of the biggest surprises in the NBA this season, and according to Iman Shumpert, the nickname is directly linked to their success. “We’re ‘The Scores,” Iman Shumpert said to Jordan Ramirez […]

Iman Shumpert has been a pleasant surprise for the Sacramento Kings so far this season. At one point a few years back, he was expected to develop into a very good players. Those expectations faded over the last few seasons, but he is finally beginning to show flashes of being the player that many thought […]

It may have been seven years since Sacramento Kings guard Iman Shumpert was a rookie for the New York Knicks, but time apparently hasn’t helped him forget about what current Houston Rockets forward Carmelo Anthony asked him to do when they were teammates in New York. In a video posted by TMZ, he recounts this crazy […]

With just a few weeks remaining until having to make a final decision, Sacramento Kings guard Iman Shumpert has elected to opt into the final year of his contract, according to a report from Shams Charania of Yahoo Sports. Sacramento Kings guard Iman Shumpert has opted into his $11M player option for the 2018-19 season, […]

The NBA regular season is upon us. What this means is that we’re done trying to stomach watching practice-squad quality players litter the floor during preseason games. We’re also about to see the best of the best duke it out for NBA supremacy. But let’s not forget that the intrigue isn’t solely on the basketball […]