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Knicks halt ticket sales after pricing mistake sends opener above $1,000
The Knicks won the championship. For a moment, it appeared they wanted every fan to help pay for it. New York suspended individual ticket sales after an internal pricing error produced some staggering numbers, including a minimum price of more than $1,000 for the season opener against the 76ers. The average asking price for that […] The post Knicks halt ticket sales after pricing mistake sends opener above $1,000 appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Is Doug Christie already on the hot seat with Kings?
The Kings kept Doug Christie after a 22-60 season. That does not necessarily mean they intend to keep him after another one. Logan Struck of Kings on SI raised the question of what Christie must accomplish to remain Sacramento’s coach beyond 2026-27. It is a fair question because Christie’s assignment is not especially clear. Is […] The post Is Doug Christie already on the hot seat with Kings? appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Knicks’ five-man roster battle may come down to one spot
The Knicks have signed five veterans to compete for what could amount to one available roster spot. Yes, training camp should be lively. As Luke Adams of Hoops Rumors laid out, Bruce Brown, John Konchar, Ochai Agbaji, Drew Eubanks and James Wiseman are all on non-guaranteed Exhibit 9 contracts. New York has 13 guaranteed players […] The post Knicks’ five-man roster battle may come down to one spot appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Raptors, Kawhi Leonard reportedly in advanced extension talks
Kawhi Leonard apparently did not return to Toronto for another one-season stay. Leonard and the Raptors are engaged in “advanced” contract extension talks, Jake Fischer of The Stein Line reported. The discussions were expected once Leonard officially returned to Toronto on Monday. The Raptors sent Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two unprotected first-round picks, a first-round […] The post Raptors, Kawhi Leonard reportedly in advanced extension talks appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Wizards sign Trevor Keels to Exhibit 10 contract
The Wizards are adding another young guard to the roster, signing Trevor Keels to an Exhibit 10 contract, per Keith Smith of Spotrac. The move comes one day after the Capital City Go-Go acquired Keels’ returning G League rights from the Sioux Falls Skyforce. That makes the likely plan fairly clear. Keels can earn a […] The post Wizards sign Trevor Keels to Exhibit 10 contract appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Draymond Green could be traded if Warriors stumble, longtime insider says
Draymond Green trade speculation usually arrives, creates noise and disappears. This time could be different. Longtime Warriors reporter Marcus Thompson II raised the possibility of Golden State trading Green during an appearance on The Kevin O’Connor Show, saying the direction of the franchise could become clear by the February deadline. “This is gonna be tough, […] The post Draymond Green could be traded if Warriors stumble, longtime insider says appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Kawhi Leonard reportedly chose Raptors return as a ‘legacy play’
Kawhi Leonard had other options. He chose history. The Pistons, Timberwolves and other teams expressed interest in trading for Leonard and were prepared to offer him an extension, ESPN’s Shams Charania said during an appearance on TSN, via Thomas L. Murray of the New York Post. With only one year remaining on his contract, Leonard […] The post Kawhi Leonard reportedly chose Raptors return as a ‘legacy play’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Report: LeBron James earning nearly four times his 76ers salary from Polymarket
LeBron James took a massive pay cut to join the 76ers. Fortunately, he found a side hustle. James will reportedly earn $15 million per year through his endorsement agreement with prediction-market platform Polymarket, according to Ryan Glasspiegel and Ben Horney of Front Office Sports. Philadelphia, meanwhile, will pay James approximately $3.9 million this season as […] The post Report: LeBron James earning nearly four times his 76ers salary from Polymarket appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Suns sign Duop Reath to one-year deal as Mark Williams recovers
The Suns have added another center while Mark Williams works his way back from shoulder surgery. Phoenix agreed to a one-year contract with free agent Duop Reath, Shams Charania of ESPN reported. John Gambadoro of 98.7 FM Phoenix reported that it is a veteran-minimum deal and that Reath had multiple offers. Reath, 30, spent his […] The post Suns sign Duop Reath to one-year deal as Mark Williams recovers appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Cavs Notes: Evan Mobley, Donovan Mitchell, Sam Merrill
Zach Weiss of Cavaliers on SI identified increased three-point volume as Evan Mobley’s next major offensive step. The numbers support the premise. Mobley attempted 3.2 three-pointers per game in each of the past two seasons, although his accuracy fell from 37 percent in 2024-25 to 29 percent last year. He improved to 34 percent while attempting […] The post Cavs Notes: Evan Mobley, Donovan Mitchell, Sam Merrill appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Knicks, James Wiseman, Heat, Mavericks, Willie Green
Knicks The Knicks are not asking James Wiseman to justify being the No. 2 pick in the 2020 NBA Draft. They are asking him to stay healthy, rebound and occasionally give Karl-Anthony Towns or Andre Drummond a breather. That distinction is what makes the signing interesting. Wiseman joined New York on a non-guaranteed Exhibit 9 […] The post NBA Notes: Knicks, James Wiseman, Heat, Mavericks, Willie Green appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Adam Silver: NBA found no red flags before Mark Walter bought Lakers
The NBA thoroughly vetted Mark Walter before approving his purchase of the Lakers. According to commissioner Adam Silver, the league found nothing that caused concern. Fourteen months later, Walter is preparing to sell the franchise for $12.5 billion while reportedly under federal investigation. “We spoke to governmental agencies,” Silver said following the NBA’s Board of […] The post Adam Silver: NBA found no red flags before Mark Walter bought Lakers appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA, NBPA seek lifetime sportsbook bans for bettors who threaten players
The NBA and its players’ union want abusive sports bettors to lose more than their wagers. The league and NBPA joined the NFL, MLB, NHL, MLS and their respective unions in asking state gambling regulators to impose lifetime sportsbook bans on individuals who threaten or harass athletes, coaches, officials, team employees or their families, according […] The post NBA, NBPA seek lifetime sportsbook bans for bettors who threaten players appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Kawhi Leonard says he isn’t returning to take Raptors from Scottie Barnes
Kawhi Leonard is back in Toronto. He apparently has no interest in taking the deed from Scottie Barnes. “I’m not here to take over anything,” Leonard said during an appearance on the Raptors’ Open Gym. “I just want to win. I want to help Scottie. If it’s Scottie’s team, it’s his team.” That is an […] The post Kawhi Leonard says he isn’t returning to take Raptors from Scottie Barnes appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Michael Porter Jr. predicts Nets will win more than 50 games
The Nets won 20 games last season. Michael Porter Jr. thinks they’ll win more than 50 this season. Nobody can accuse the man of managing expectations. Porter made the prediction during an interview shared by Fullcourtpass, explaining why he believes his partnership with newly acquired Julius Randle can work. “He can get downhill, draw a […] The post Michael Porter Jr. predicts Nets will win more than 50 games appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Cavs sign Sean McNeil to training camp deal
The Cavaliers have added a guard who shot 42.5 percent from three last season. But before anyone starts rearranging the rotation, Sean McNeil is expected to return to the Cleveland Charge. The Cavs signed McNeil to a non-guaranteed training camp contract, according to Paul Garcia of The Spot Up Shot. The 28-year-old guard has spent […] The post Cavs sign Sean McNeil to training camp deal appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Warriors sign Chance McMillian, Deivon Smith on Exhibit 10 deals
The Warriors have officially signed guards Chance McMillian and Deivon Smith to Exhibit 10 contracts, according to Paul Garcia of The Spot Up Shot. Both players spent last season with Golden State’s G League affiliate in Santa Cruz, and the plan appears to be sending them back. McMillian averaged 16.6 points and 5.0 assists in […] The post Warriors sign Chance McMillian, Deivon Smith on Exhibit 10 deals appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Pelicans sign and waive Johnny O’Neil, pointing him back to G League
The Pelicans signed Johnny O’Neil. Then they waived him. No, they didn’t change their minds that quickly. The transactions were designed to send the former Santa Clara big man back to New Orleans’ G League affiliate, according to Keith Smith of Spotrac. The Pelicans made the same moves last September. This year’s Exhibit 10 contract […] The post Pelicans sign and waive Johnny O’Neil, pointing him back to G League appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Knicks sign James Wiseman, Bruce Brown, Ochai Agbaji in roster spree
James Wiseman? Sure. Why not. The Knicks, apparently determined to invite every recognizable free agent to training camp, announced Wednesday that they signed Wiseman, Bruce Brown and Ochai Agbaji to non-guaranteed Exhibit 9 contracts. Michael Scotto of HoopsHype first reported Brown’s agreement. An Exhibit 9 allows each player to compete for a roster spot while […] The post Knicks sign James Wiseman, Bruce Brown, Ochai Agbaji in roster spree appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Knicks sign Bruce Brown to Exhibit 9 deal, and roster battle grows
The Knicks have added another veteran to what is beginning to resemble an open audition for one available job. New York signed Bruce Brown to an Exhibit 9 contract, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype first reported. The team subsequently announced the move. An Exhibit 9 is a non-guaranteed training camp deal that limits the Knicks’ financial […] The post Knicks sign Bruce Brown to Exhibit 9 deal, and roster battle grows appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Kings add Elfrid Payton to compete for roster spot
The Kings are adding another veteran guard who can pass, defend and rebound. Shooting? Well, no roster is perfect. Free agent point guard Elfrid Payton has agreed to join Sacramento and will compete for a regular-season roster spot, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Payton, 32, has appeared in 524 NBA games but spent three […] The post Kings add Elfrid Payton to compete for roster spot appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Why NBA didn’t void Kawhi Leonard’s contract or suspend him
The NBA hammered the Clippers. Kawhi Leonard received something closer to a firm tap on the wrist. Leonard was fined $700,000 but avoided a suspension, and the league did not attempt to void his $50.3 million contract. That prompted questions about whether he escaped too easily after the NBA found multiple salary-cap violations involving outside […] The post Why NBA didn’t void Kawhi Leonard’s contract or suspend him appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Adam Silver: Losing Trail Blazers would be a ‘failure’
Adam Silver wants the Trail Blazers to remain in Portland. He also wants Portland to give them a better building. The NBA commissioner addressed the franchise’s uncertain future following this week’s Board of Governors meetings, delivering his strongest public statement yet in support of keeping the team where it is. “I would see it as […] The post Adam Silver: Losing Trail Blazers would be a ‘failure’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Pablo Torre asks why ESPN trusted Clippers over the reporter investigating them
Pablo Torre has a question for his former employer. Actually, it’s the question. “How did you guys not smell this earlier when I have been doing this for a year?” Torre said during an appearance on Breaking Points. Torre was referring to ESPN’s August report that the NBA had found no evidence Clippers owner Steve […] The post Pablo Torre asks why ESPN trusted Clippers over the reporter investigating them appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA expansion talks turn to Las Vegas arena as Seattle stands ready
Seattle appears ready for the NBA. Las Vegas, meanwhile, still needs to determine exactly where everybody would sit. Commissioner Adam Silver said much of the expansion discussion at this week’s Board of Governors meetings centered on the arena situation in Las Vegas, according to Brian Mahoney of The Associated Press. Seattle already has Climate Pledge […] The post NBA expansion talks turn to Las Vegas arena as Seattle stands ready appeared first on Hoops Wire .
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