ESPN The Brooklyn Nets gave the NBA offseason extended life. Every move the organization made — and didn't — was examined; every whisper, every tweet broken down…
Tag: basketball
Pacers Would Trade Buddy Hield, Myles Turner to Lakers for 2 Unprotected 1sts
Bleacher Report The Los Angeles Lakers have been eyeing a move for Buddy Hield and Myles Turner this offseason, and it appears the Indiana Pacers…
Celtics ‘Won’t Stand in’ Ime Udoka’s Way Should He Pursue New HC Job
Mass Live The Celtics won’t prevent Ime Udoka from taking another coaching job during his year off. According to a report by ESPN that detailed some of an independent…
Bojan Bogdanovic Seeks Detroit Pistons Contract Extension
NBA Analysis The NBA world wasn’t shocked when it was announced that the Utah Jazz had found a trade partner for a deal centered around…
DeMar DeRozan Thought He Was Going To Los Angeles Lakers
NBA Analysis The Los Angeles Lakers took a major risk during the 2021 NBA offseason when they acquired Russell Westbrook from the Washington Wizards. It…
Lakers’ Anthony Davis Says LeBron James Is ‘in His Ear About Taking Over the Reins’
Bleacher Report When the Los Angeles Lakers acquired Anthony Davis, the long-term plan was for him to serve as the heir apparent to LeBron James…
Memphis Grizzlies Land Kevin Love In Major Trade Scenario
NBA Analysis There are few worse feelings in this world than losing something you need. NBA teams are no different. Suppose you’re a guitarist on your…
New York Knicks Land Devin Booker In Blockbuster Trade Scenario
NBA Analysis In the immortal words of the Rolling Stones: You can’t always get what you want, but if you try sometimes, you just might…
Steve Nash: ‘I don’t care’ if Ben Simmons ever takes jump shot
The Score Ben Simmons' inability to space the floor made for a problematic fit with the Philadelphia 76ers, but Brooklyn Nets head coach Steve Nash couldn't care…
Toronto Raptors Land Deandre Ayton In Blockbuster Trade Scenario
NBA Analysis A happy home makes for a functioning home. When everyone’s getting along, everything runs more smoothly. NBA teams are no different. Think about it….
Lakers’ Russell Westbrook Says He Never Held a Grudge Against Patrick Beverley
Bleacher Report When the Los Angeles Lakers acquired Patrick Beverley, fans seemed ready to man their battle stations for a guaranteed civil war with Russell…
Russell Westbrook-Lakers situation more complex than media day revealed
The Athletic They had to say something about Russell Westbrook. Good, bad or indifferent, that’s the beauty of NBA media day. Players, coaches and executives get asked questions…
Nets’ Steve Nash Didn’t Think Reports of Kevin Durant Ultimatum Were ‘100% Accurate’
Bleacher Report Brooklyn Nets head coach Steve Nash told reporters Tuesday that he didn't think the reports of Kevin Durant's summer ultimatum to team owner…
Kevin Durant on failed trade request, staying with Nets
The Athletic Brooklyn Nets superstar Kevin Durant spoke Tuesday at the Nets’ 2022 media day about staying in Brooklyn, saying, “I’m not disappointed.” Durant, 33, and the Nets…
Kyrie Irving blames vaccine ‘ultimatum’ on losing $100 million
Clutch Points There is no denying Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving’s talent on the court. He is one of the most entertaining players to watch…
Draymond Green doubtful he’ll sign Warriors extension before season
The Score Draymond Green, who could become a free agent after the upcoming campaign, doesn't believe he and the Golden State Warriors will agree on an extension…
CJ McCollum Agrees To Two-Year Extension With Pelicans
Hoops Rumors The Pelicans and CJ McCollum have reached an agreement on a two-year extension valued at $64MM, writes Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. This deal, which was confirmed by McCollum’s…
Chicago Bulls Acquire Ben Simmons In Blockbuster Trade Scenario
NBA Analysis What a tumultuous NBA offseason for the Brooklyn Nets. In many respects, it’s hard to believe this team is still together. If you’re…
Every NBA Team’s Best and Worst Value Contract
Bleacher Report A couple of decades ago, the amount of money NBA teams now guarantees to their players would've been unimaginable. This summer, Nikola Jokic…
Mariners, Luis Castillo Agree To Five-Year, $108M Extension
MLB Trade Rumors The Mariners and Luis Castillo are in agreement on a five-year, $108MM extension, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. There is a sixth-year vesting option…
Here’s 5 potential coaches to replace Ime Udoka if Celtics suspension leads to firing
Clutch Points The Boston Celtics announced Thursday that Udoka has been suspended for the entire 2022-23 season for “violations of team protocols.” Keep in mind that he…
Dallas Mavericks Pair D’Angelo Russell, Luka Doncic In Trade Scenario
NBA Analysis Ask any NBA fan, and they probably have a different concept of how to construct a championship roster. Ultimately, there is no one-size-fits-all…
Nia Long releases statement after Ime Udoka suspension for affair with Celtics staffer
Clutch Points Ime Udoka saw his coaching career take a massive turn for the worse after he was slapped with a one-year suspension by the…
Ime Udoka Reportedly Not Resigning From Boston Celtics’ Head Coaching Duties
SI Facing a potential season-long suspension from the Celtics, according to Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports, Ime Udoka will not resign as the team's head coach. Udoka reportedly had…
Should Bulls Make a Panic Trade with Lonzo Ball Sidelined?
Bleacher Report It seemed odd when veteran guard Goran Dragic chose the Chicago Bulls early in free agency. The Bulls already boasted depth at his…
Mavericks Land Ben Simmons In Blockbuster Trade Scenario
NBA Analysis If you’ve ever made an investment, you know the feeling – you want to see returns. After all, nobody wants to make a…
Robert Sarver Was Pressured by Adam Silver, NBA Governors to Sell Phoenix Suns
Bleacher Report Publicly, NBA commissioner Adam Silver defended his decision to suspend Phoenix Suns governor Robert Sarver for one year. Privately, Silver reportedly put "pressure"…
Steve Kerr doubles down on defense of Robert Sarver over racism allegations
Clutch Points Separate investigations into his alleged workplace misconduct confirmed that Robert Sarver repeated the n-word on multiple occasions. During his time with the Phoenix…