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Dennis Schroder has now been traded nine times, second-most in NBA history
Dennis Schroder is on the move again, and at this point, that sentence is becoming part of NBA history. The Cavaliers traded Schroder and cash to the Hornets for Tre Mann on Friday, marking the ninth time Schroder has been traded during his career. As relayed by Sam Quinn of CBS Sports, that’s the second-most […] The post Dennis Schroder has now been traded nine times, second-most in NBA history appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Cavs give themselves room to keep dealing after Dennis Schroder trade
The Cavaliers didn’t trade Dennis Schroder simply to change backup point guards. They created room to keep working. By sending Schroder and cash to Charlotte for Tre Mann, the Cavs save roughly $6.8 million, leaving them about $29 million below the first apron and approximately $42 million below the second apron. That’s significant because the […] The post Cavs give themselves room to keep dealing after Dennis Schroder trade appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Cavs trading Dennis Schroder, cash to Hornets for Tre Mann
The Cavaliers are trading Dennis Schröder and cash to the Hornets for Tre Mann, sources told ESPN’s Shams Charania on Friday. According to Charania, Charlotte lands an established veteran point guard with ties to Hornets president Jeff Peterson and coach Charles Lee from Schroder’s early years in Atlanta. The Hornets, Cavs and Schroder’s agent, Mark […] The post Cavs trading Dennis Schroder, cash to Hornets for Tre Mann appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Lakers, Rob Pelinka, Wizards, Alex Sarr, Timberwolves
Lakers The Lakers have new owners coming. Whether they’ll eventually want a new person running basketball operations remains to be seen. Dave McMenamin of ESPN reports that Rob Pelinka’s long-term standing is one of the questions surrounding the franchise after Josh Kushner and Bob Iger agreed to purchase the Lakers from Mark Walter. One agent […] The post NBA Notes: Lakers, Rob Pelinka, Wizards, Alex Sarr, Timberwolves appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Bradley Beal’s new Clippers deal includes partial guarantees, trade kicker
There’s a little more to Bradley Beal’s new contract with the Clippers than the original two-year, $13.2 million figure suggested. Both seasons of Beal’s deal are technically partially guaranteed, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line and Bleacher Report. Beal will make $6.42 million this season, with roughly $3 million to $3.2 million currently […] The post Bradley Beal’s new Clippers deal includes partial guarantees, trade kicker appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Top Knicks assistant leaves for role with Bulls
The Bulls are adding a young assistant who earned plenty of praise during the Knicks’ championship run. Jordan Brink is leaving New York to join new Bulls coach Tiago Splitter‘s staff as an assistant coach and director of player development, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Brink, 34, isn’t exactly a household name. But he […] The post Top Knicks assistant leaves for role with Bulls appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Patrick Beverley signs with French club, keeps career going at 38
Patrick Beverley isn’t done yet. The former NBA guard has signed with Boulazac Basket Dordogne of France’s top professional league, the team announced Friday. Beverley, 38, last played in the NBA with the Bucks during the 2023-24 season. He spent 12 years in the league, appearing in 666 regular-season games with the Rockets, Clippers, Timberwolves, […] The post Patrick Beverley signs with French club, keeps career going at 38 appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Cavs, Craig Porter Jr, Mavericks, Klay Thompson, Kings
Cavaliers Craig Porter Jr. has spent three seasons proving he belongs in the NBA. The question entering Year 4 may be whether there’s still room for him in the Cavaliers’ rotation. Zach Weiss of Cavs On SI makes the case that Porter deserves an opportunity after repeatedly producing when called upon. The problem isn’t necessarily […] The post NBA Notes: Cavs, Craig Porter Jr, Mavericks, Klay Thompson, Kings appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA team-by-team schedules for 2026-27
The NBA schedule is here. All 30 of them, actually. The 2026-27 regular season tips off Tuesday, Oct. 20 and runs through Sunday, April 11, with the league unveiling the complete schedule Thursday after previously announcing its opening-night, Christmas Day, NBA Cup and holiday showcases. As usual, there are plenty of reunion games sprinkled throughout. […] The post NBA team-by-team schedules for 2026-27 appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA gives Cavs LeBron right away, Knicks four times and a brutal January
The Cavaliers already knew where their season would begin. Now they know just about everything that comes after it. Cleveland opens Oct. 22 at Philadelphia against LeBron James, Jaylen Brown and the 76ers, because the NBA understands television. The home opener arrives two nights later against Brooklyn, beginning a three-game homestand that also includes Minnesota […] The post NBA gives Cavs LeBron right away, Knicks four times and a brutal January appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Lakers, 76ers, Spurs lead NBA in national TV appearances
Want to know which teams the NBA believes people want to watch? The national television schedule is usually a pretty good place to start. The Lakers, 76ers and Spurs lead the league with 34 national TV appearances apiece during the 2026-27 season, with games again spread across NBC, ESPN, ABC, Prime Video and Peacock. Los […] The post Lakers, 76ers, Spurs lead NBA in national TV appearances appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Mavericks, Cooper Flagg, Pelicans, Cavs, Saliou Niang
Mavericks The Mavericks didn’t tear apart their roster this summer, but just about everything else changed. Dallas hired former Raptors executive Masai Ujiri to run basketball operations, then replaced Jason Kidd with Dusty May, fresh off winning the national championship at Michigan. The obvious goal is building something sustainable around reigning Rookie of the Year […] The post NBA Notes: Mavericks, Cooper Flagg, Pelicans, Cavs, Saliou Niang appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Cavs, Pistons to meet on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
The Cavaliers and Pistons didn’t get invited to the NBA’s Christmas Day party. They’ll get a national television showcase a few weeks later. Cleveland will host Detroit on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Jan. 18, with tipoff scheduled for noon Eastern, the NBA announced Thursday. The game will be televised nationally on NBC and Peacock […] The post Cavs, Pistons to meet on Martin Luther King Jr. Day appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA trade proposal sends Kevin Durant to Cavs in three-team James Harden blockbuster
If the Cavaliers really wanted to shake up the Eastern Conference, well, this would certainly qualify. A hypothetical three-team trade proposal making the rounds would send Kevin Durant to Cleveland while moving James Harden back to the Rockets in a deal that also includes the Pistons. Yes, there’s a lot going on here. The proposal, […] The post NBA trade proposal sends Kevin Durant to Cavs in three-team James Harden blockbuster appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Mark Walter’s incredibly short Lakers ownership raises an obvious question
Mark Walter’s run as controlling owner of the Lakers apparently will be remembered for two things: 1). It was brief; and 2.) It was incredibly profitable. Walter agreed to purchase the Lakers from the Buss family in June 2025 at a valuation of approximately $10 billion. The NBA unanimously approved the sale in October, officially […] The post Mark Walter’s incredibly short Lakers ownership raises an obvious question appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Cavs, Jaylon Tyson, Nuggets, Peyton Watson, Blazers
Cavaliers Perhaps the Cavaliers already have part of the answer they’re looking for on the wing. Zach Weiss of Cavs On SI argues Cleveland needs to make a concerted effort to keep Jaylon Tyson involved offensively next season, particularly after his role shrank dramatically during the playoffs. It’s a fair point. Tyson averaged 13 points while […] The post NBA Notes: Cavs, Jaylon Tyson, Nuggets, Peyton Watson, Blazers appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Pacers, Tyrese Haliburton, Warriors, Georges Niang, Ben Simmons
Pacers Tyrese Haliburton says the long road back from his torn Achilles is nearly complete. The Pacers star said that he expects to be ready when training camp begins after missing all of last season. “I feel great. I’m doing everything,” Haliburton said, via Dustin Dopirak of the Indianapolis Star. “I’m playing pick-up pretty regularly […] The post NBA Notes: Pacers, Tyrese Haliburton, Warriors, Georges Niang, Ben Simmons appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA dark horses? Timberwolves, Pistons, Celtics and Pacers can make case
Everybody can identify the NBA’s championship favorites in August. Figuring out the team nobody sees coming is a little more interesting. Just ask the Spurs. San Antonio wasn’t exactly penciled into the 2026 NBA Finals when last season began, yet there the Spurs were, eventually pushing the Knicks before falling short of a championship. So […] The post NBA dark horses? Timberwolves, Pistons, Celtics and Pacers can make case appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Jeanie Buss to remain Lakers governor after $12.5 billion sale
The Lakers are changing owners again. Jeanie Buss, however, isn’t going anywhere. Incoming owners Bob Iger and Josh Kushner intend to keep Buss in her role as team governor following their $12.5 billion purchase of the franchise from Mark Walter, Iger told Khobi Price of the California Post. The arrangement dates back to Walter’s purchase […] The post Jeanie Buss to remain Lakers governor after $12.5 billion sale appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Lakers sale to Bob Iger, Josh Kushner came together in three days
Apparently, it takes about three days to buy the Lakers. Provided, of course, you have $12.5 billion handy. Bob Iger told Khobi Price of the California Post that his purchase of the Lakers alongside Josh Kushner came together in a whirlwind three-day negotiation with Mark Walter. Interestingly, buying the Lakers wasn’t even the original plan. […] The post Lakers sale to Bob Iger, Josh Kushner came together in three days appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Suns waive Haywood Highsmith after brief stint
The Suns are moving on from veteran forward Haywood Highsmith. Phoenix waived Highsmith on Wednesday, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. He had a $3 million salary for the 2026-27 season, with $1 million guaranteed. Highsmith, 29, appeared in just seven games for the Suns last season, averaging 5.4 points and 1.9 rebounds in 13 […] The post Suns waive Haywood Highsmith after brief stint appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Rumors: Clippers, Bradley Beal, Cavs, Peyton Watson, James Harden
The NBA calendar says August. The transaction wire apparently didn’t get the memo. Marc Stein of The Stein Line offered several updates Wednesday on some of the bigger names still floating around the market, including Bradley Beal, Peyton Watson and James Harden. Clippers haven’t closed door on Beal A return to the Clippers remains possible […] The post NBA Rumors: Clippers, Bradley Beal, Cavs, Peyton Watson, James Harden appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Russell Westbrook announces retirement after 18 seasons
That’s it for Russell Westbrook. One of the most explosive, relentless and downright unique players the NBA has ever seen announced Wednesday that he’s retiring after 18 seasons. Westbrook revealed the decision with a video posted to social media and narrated by actor Michael B. Jordan. The video never actually uses the word “retirement,” but […] The post Russell Westbrook announces retirement after 18 seasons appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Sports Illustrated media writer announces exit after two decades
One of the more familiar voices in sports media is moving on from Sports Illustrated. Jimmy Traina announced Wednesday that he is leaving SI after more than 20 years with the outlet, including a lengthy run covering the sports media business. “It’s time for me to do something different & evolve with the changing sports […] The post Sports Illustrated media writer announces exit after two decades appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Magic Johnson says new Lakers owners will ‘bring championships back to LA’
Magic Johnson has seen just about every version of the Lakers imaginable. He apparently likes what he sees coming next. Johnson offered a ringing endorsement of incoming Lakers owners Josh Kushner and Bob Iger on Wednesday, one the day of the stunning agreement to purchase controlling interest in the franchise at a record $12.5 billion […] The post Magic Johnson says new Lakers owners will ‘bring championships back to LA’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
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