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NBA Rumors: Blazers, DeMar DeRozan, Mavericks, PJ Washington, Kings
Trail Blazers The Trail Blazers have roster spots available and could use another forward. That doesn’t mean they’re pursuing DeMar DeRozan. Despite recent speculation, Portland has no meaningful interest in signing the veteran free agent, league sources told Marc Stein of The Stein Line. The Blazers currently have only 12 players on fully guaranteed contracts, […] The post NBA Rumors: Blazers, DeMar DeRozan, Mavericks, PJ Washington, Kings appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Could Ben Simmons return to 76ers on minimum contract?
Ben Simmons returning to Philadelphia? Yes, that rumor is apparently making the rounds. Spanish basketball outlet Blog de Basket reported that the 76ers are considering Simmons for their final roster spot on a one-year, minimum-salary contract. The report cited sources close to the organization, though no established NBA insider has corroborated the claim. So consider […] The post Could Ben Simmons return to 76ers on minimum contract? appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Kings considering Russell Westbrook reunion, Victor Oladipo signing
Russell Westbrook’s free-agent search could lead him right back to Sacramento. The Kings are considering re-signing Westbrook or adding former All-Star guard Victor Oladipo, according to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. Sacramento is looking for a veteran guard to help mentor No. 7 overall pick Darius Acuff Jr. Both candidates have […] The post Kings considering Russell Westbrook reunion, Victor Oladipo signing appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Rick Barry: Russell Westbrook would be ‘nice addition’ for Rockets
Russell Westbrook remains unsigned. Hall of Famer Rick Barry believes the Rockets should consider changing that. In an exclusive interview with Eric Jay Santos of Rockets On SI, Barry said Westbrook could provide experience, depth and toughness for a Houston team trying to contend in the Western Conference. “Even at his age, Westbrook was putting […] The post Rick Barry: Russell Westbrook would be ‘nice addition’ for Rockets appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Lakers, Walker Kessler, Collin Sexton, Kings, Warriors, trade targets
Lakers Walker Kessler and Collin Sexton aren’t waiting for training camp to rebuild their chemistry. The Lakers newcomers recently played together at the Big A Classic in Atlanta, as Ryan Ward of Lakers On SI noted. The two previously spent three seasons together with the Jazz. Sexton said they have also been playing three-on-three and […] The post NBA Notes: Lakers, Walker Kessler, Collin Sexton, Kings, Warriors, trade targets appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Byron Scott thinks James Harden kept LeBron James from Cavs return
LeBron James considered a third stint with the Cavaliers. Byron Scott believes the presence of James Harden may have prevented it from happening. “If they didn’t have James Harden, I think he would have done it a third time,” Scott said on his “Fast Break” podcast. The Cavaliers acquired Harden from the Clippers in a […] The post Byron Scott thinks James Harden kept LeBron James from Cavs return appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA’s second apron is functioning like a hard cap for most teams
The NBA insists the second apron isn’t a hard cap. For most teams, it certainly seems to be operating like one. As ESPN’s Bobby Marks detailed, 22 teams have made moves this summer designed to avoid crossing either the first or second apron. That number will increase to 23 if the Raptors complete their trade […] The post NBA’s second apron is functioning like a hard cap for most teams appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Russell Westbrook, Mavericks, PJ Washington, Hornets
Free agency Russell Westbrook is still looking for a team. Five weeks into free agency, the former MVP remains unsigned, and the number of obvious landing spots continues to shrink. Westbrook posted respectable numbers with the Kings last season, but Sacramento’s struggles did little to improve his market, as written by Cem Yolbulan of Clippers […] The post NBA Notes: Russell Westbrook, Mavericks, PJ Washington, Hornets appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Mavericks exploring Klay Thompson trade; Heat viewed as possible suitor
Klay Thompson’s time with the Mavericks may be nearing an end. That’s because Dallas has explored trade possibilities involving the five-time All-Star, multiple rival-team sources told Christian Clark of The Athletic. Thompson would reportedly prefer to play in Los Angeles, where he spent part of his childhood and still owns a home. The Heat, meanwhile, […] The post Mavericks exploring Klay Thompson trade; Heat viewed as possible suitor appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Devean George: Time for Lakers to see what Bronny James can do
LeBron James is headed to the 76ers. Devean George believes Bronny James should stay exactly where he is. The former Lakers forward and three-time NBA champion told TMZ Sports that LeBron’s departure could give Bronny the space he needs to begin establishing his own identity. “I think it’s a good situation for him,” George said. […] The post Devean George: Time for Lakers to see what Bronny James can do appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Evidence Tom Dundon wants to keep Blazers in Portland remains hard to find
No one knows for certain whether Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon wants to move the franchise. Sean Highkin of the Rose Garden Report isn’t ready to say that’s the plan. He also sees increasingly little evidence that Dundon is committed to Portland. Highkin noted that Dundon has shown little public affection for the city since […] The post Evidence Tom Dundon wants to keep Blazers in Portland remains hard to find appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Peacock’s NBA games coming to YouTube Premium in 2027
NBA games carried by Peacock will soon have another home. NBCUniversal and Google have reached a distribution agreement that will make Peacock programming available to YouTube Premium subscribers in the United States beginning in early 2027, according to Reuters. That programming will include select live sporting events, including NBA and NFL games. As The Athletic’s […] The post Peacock’s NBA games coming to YouTube Premium in 2027 appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Kings unlikely to buy out or trade Zach LaVine
Zach LaVine apparently isn’t headed for the buyout market. The Kings are not considering buying out the two-time All-Star guard, contrary to recent speculation, a league source told Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee. Sacramento expects LaVine to compete and play well in the final season of the five-year, $215.2 million contract he originally signed […] The post Kings unlikely to buy out or trade Zach LaVine appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Rockets, Kevin Durant, Nets, Julius Randle, Timberwolves
Rockets Kevin Durant played 78 games last season at age 37. The Rockets may not want him doing that again. Durant averaged 26.0 points, 5.5 rebounds and 4.8 assists while finishing ninth in MVP voting, but injuries late in the season and playoffs brought his first year in Houston to a premature end. That has […] The post NBA Notes: Rockets, Kevin Durant, Nets, Julius Randle, Timberwolves appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Bill Simmons: ‘I’m not sure’ New Orleans should have NBA team
Bill Simmons has been outspoken about keeping the Trail Blazers in Portland. He doesn’t feel quite the same way about the Pelicans remaining in New Orleans. Speaking with former Pelicans reporter Justin Verrier on “The Bill Simmons Podcast,” Simmons questioned whether New Orleans has ever shown that it can support a successful NBA franchise. “We […] The post Bill Simmons: ‘I’m not sure’ New Orleans should have NBA team appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Lakers, Mavericks discussing PJ Washington trade?
P.J. Washington has been linked to the Lakers for much of the offseason. Those links may be worth watching a little more closely. Marc Jacobs of Lakers Film Studio reported that Los Angeles and the Mavericks have held “advanced discussions” involving Washington. Jacobs added that nothing is imminent. The report should be treated as a […] The post Lakers, Mavericks discussing PJ Washington trade? appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Blazers, Portland remain far apart as relocation questions loom
The Trail Blazers and the city of Portland finally met face to face about renovating the Moda Center and keeping the franchise in town. It apparently didn’t go especially well. City council president Jamie Dunphy described the gap between the sides as “pretty significant,” while Jason Quick of The Athletic reported that the discussions became […] The post Blazers, Portland remain far apart as relocation questions loom appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NCAA clarification clouds Robbie Avila’s potential college return
Robbie Avila’s path back to college basketball may not be as clear as it initially appeared. The NCAA issued a clarification to its members Sunday regarding the federal court ruling that opened the possibility of additional eligibility for certain athletes. According to a message shared by CBS Sports college basketball insider Jon Rothstein, the court […] The post NCAA clarification clouds Robbie Avila’s potential college return appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Warriors, Stephen Curry, Blazers, Vit Krejci, Heat
Warriors The Warriors could have as much as $120 million in salary-cap space next summer, though that number comes with plenty of qualifiers. As Yossi Gozlan of The Third Apron noted, potential extensions for Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler and Brandin Podziemski could quickly cut into that projected space. Curry becomes eligible for an extension Aug. […] The post NBA Notes: Warriors, Stephen Curry, Blazers, Vit Krejci, Heat appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Kings, Zach LaVine, Mavericks, Naji Marshall, Lonnie Walker IV
Kings Zach LaVine picked up his $49 million player option. What happens next is anyone’s guess. The Kings have made no promises to LaVine regarding his role next season, according to James Ham of ESPN 1320, The Kings Beat and Locked On Kings. Ham said Sacramento has been honest with LaVine for months about its […] The post NBA Notes: Kings, Zach LaVine, Mavericks, Naji Marshall, Lonnie Walker IV appeared first on Hoops Wire .
No, Celtics have not made trade offer for Stephen Curry
Stephen Curry has not requested a trade from the Warriors. The Celtics have not made an offer for him. Welcome to August in the NBA. As Sean Deveney of Heavy Sports explained, some recent Curry speculation began with a hypothetical from Celtics reporter John Karalis of SI.com and the “Locked On Celtics” podcast. Karalis wrote […] The post No, Celtics have not made trade offer for Stephen Curry appeared first on Hoops Wire .
LeBron James’ New York-to-Philadelphia plan has a Wilt Chamberlain precedent
LeBron James may live in New York City and commute to Philadelphia while playing for the 76ers. As it turns out, Wilt Chamberlain already showed him how. As NBA Base noted in a post on X, Chamberlain reportedly lived in Manhattan and regularly traveled to Philadelphia for games and practices during his time with the […] The post LeBron James’ New York-to-Philadelphia plan has a Wilt Chamberlain precedent appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Bam Adebayo isn’t sweating questions about Heat roster: ‘Done more with less’
Bam Adebayo has heard the questions about the Heat’s roster. He doesn’t seem particularly concerned. Speaking Sunday at his youth camp at Slam Miami, Adebayo said the Heat remain confident in their championship chances after adding Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bobby Portis and Tim Hardaway Jr. “We’ll figure it out,” Adebayo said, via Ira Winderman of the […] The post Bam Adebayo isn’t sweating questions about Heat roster: ‘Done more with less’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Donovan Mitchell reportedly extra motivated after LeBron James’ Cavs snub
Donovan Mitchell heard the reports. Now he apparently intends to respond. NBA insider Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson said Mitchell is especially motivated entering next season after LeBron James passed on a return to the Cavaliers and signed with the 76ers. Robinson recently exchanged text messages with Mitchell and discussed their conversation on SiriusXM host David […] The post Donovan Mitchell reportedly extra motivated after LeBron James’ Cavs snub appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Kwame Brown predicts ‘circus’ for LeBron James, star-studded Sixers
The 76ers have assembled perhaps the NBA’s most talented lineup. Former No. 1 overall pick Kwame Brown sees something else coming. A circus. Speaking on his “Bustlife” podcast, Brown questioned how LeBron James will fit alongside Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, Jaylen Brown and VJ Edgecombe. His biggest concern is what James’ arrival could mean for […] The post Kwame Brown predicts ‘circus’ for LeBron James, star-studded Sixers appeared first on Hoops Wire .
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