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Jazz Grant Russell Westbrook Permission to Speak with Bulls, Heat, More
Bleacher Report The Utah Jazz have granted permission to Russell Westbrook to speak with prospective suitors on the buyout market, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski….
How Lakers can still get Kyrie Irving in free agency
Clutch Points With only three players — LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and Max Christie — that have fully guaranteed contracts past the 2022-23 season, Los Angeles Lakers have…
Kyrie Irving ‘More Likely Than Not’ To Re-Sign With Dallas Mavericks This Summer
Fadeaway World Kyrie Irving has only been a Maverick for a handful of games, but fans can't help but wonder about his future as an…
Former Texas HC Chris Beard’s Domestic Violence Charge Dropped by District Attorney
Bleacher Report The district attorney's office in Travis County, Texas, dismissed the domestic violence case against former Texas men's basketball coach Chris Beard on Wednesday:…
Suns Hoped to Trade for Both Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving at NBA Trade Deadline
Bleacher Report Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving almost remained teammates away from the Brooklyn Nets after this season's trade deadline. While the Nets traded Durant…
Suns reportedly could target 2 All-Stars to replace Chris Paul this summer
Sportsnaut Despite making a game-changer move at the 2023 NBA trade deadline, the Phoenix Suns are still looking to improve the roster long-term, and that…
Knicks Land Blazers’ Damian Lillard In Bold Trade Scenario
NBA Analysis There is little sense in delaying the inevitable. The NBA is a league that changes on short notice. It’s all about windows. They are…
New Mexico State fires coach Greg Heiar amid hazing allegations
The Score New Mexico State fired head coach Greg Heiar amid hazing allegations against members of the men's basketball team, school chancellor Dan E. Arvizu announced…
Police seek motive in Michigan State shooting; sports on hold
ESPN Police identified the 43-year-old man who killed three students and wounded five at Michigan State University, saying Tuesday that a tip from the public…
Michigan State vs. Minnesota college basketball game postponed following on-campus shooting
CBS Sports Michigan State's home men's basketball game against Minnesota, scheduled for Wednesday, has been postponed following an on-campus shooting that left three people dead and at…
Heat Land Blazers’ Damian Lillard In Bold Trade Scenario
NBA Analysis Every NBA team operates differently. There is no single correct way to manage your franchise. Some teams tank. That means intentionally designing a…
Sixers signing big man Dewayne Dedmon for rest of the season
USA Today The Philadelphia 76ers promised to be active on the buyout market after the Matisse Thybulle deal, and they have delivered as they have brought in…
Warriors to re-evaluate Gary Payton in 1 month after opting to complete trade
The Score The Golden State Warriors will re-evaluate Gary Payton II’s abdominal injury in approximately one month, general manager Bob Myers said Monday, according to Kendra Andrews of ESPN….
Mike Brey ‘Definitely’ Not Retiring After Decision to Step Down as Notre Dame HC
Bleacher Report Notre Dame men's basketball head coach Mike Brey says he is not retiring despite his decision to step down after the season. "Definitely…
Extra-Inning ‘Ghost’ Runner Permanent for All Regular-Season MLB Games
Bleacher Report Rob Manfred’s most controversial rule change—the extra-inning runner rule—is here to stay. Permanently. MLB’s Joint Competition Committee unanimously voted to adopt the rule…
Gary Payton II-to-Warriors Trade to Be Completed Despite Physical Concerns
Bleacher Report There is “optimism” the four-team trade that sent Gary Payton II from the Portland Trail Blazers to the Golden State Warriors will be…
Knicks could make a blockbuster trade for Zach LaVine in the offseason
NBA Analysis New York is a city of stars. Some of the biggest names in the world reside in the Big Apple. That hasn’t been the…
Nets had ridiculous asking price for Lakers in Kyrie Irving trade
Larry Brown Sports The Brooklyn Nets traded Kyrie Irving to the Dallas Mavericks on Monday, reportedly in part because team owner Joe Tsai did not…
New Mexico State shuts down basketball program over reported hazing allegations
Larry Brown Sports New Mexico State men’s basketball program has been shut down indefinitely, and the suspension is reportedly over some hazing. The school released…
Potential Russell Westbrook Landing Spots
Bleacher Report Following his trade to the Utah Jazz, Russell Westbrook isn't going to rush into any decisions about his immediate future, according to ESPN's Adrian…
Russell Westbrook weighs options after Jazz trade
ESPN After a deadline trade to the Utah Jazz and an initial discussion with the franchise's management, Russell Westbrook expects to take time heading into the All-Star break to decide on…
Grizzlies Reportedly Offered Four First-Round Picks For Mikal Bridges
Hoops Rumors The Grizzlies are the mystery team that was willing to put four future first-round picks in a trade offer for forward Mikal Bridges, reports Michael Scotto of…
Frugal MLB owners’ complaints about profligate spending won’t fix the problem
The Score It’s rare to hear Major League Baseball owners criticize each other in public given their opaque world of sealed financial records and rare…
Patrick Beverley Working on Magic Contract Buyout After Lakers Trade
Bleacher Report The Orlando Magic and veteran point guard Patrick Beverley are working on a contract buyout, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium. Along…
Blazers’ Gary Payton fails physical, puts 4-team trade in doubt
The Score A four-team trade involving the Portland Trail Blazers, Golden State Warriors, Atlanta Hawks, and Detroit Pistons could fall through due to a failed physical from Gary Payton II, sources…
Grizzlies’ all-in offer for Kevin Durant before Suns trade
Clutch Points Kevin Durant is one of the most unstoppable offensive forces to ever step onto a basketball court. When the first domino of Kyrie Irving fell,…
Cristian Javier, Astros Agree to 5-Year Contract Extension Worth Reported $64M
Bleacher Report Right-handed starting pitcher Cristian Javier and the Houston Astros have agreed on a five-year contract extension through 2027, the team announced Friday. Javier's…