Lakers handled their post-LeBron James reality slightly better than Cavaliers
Both the Los Angeles Lakers and Cleveland Cavaliers -- in their own way -- lost out on LeBron James this offseason, but LA reacted with more clarity.
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Cavaliers consider waiving Cam Whitmore for flexibility
The Cleveland Cavaliers could make another roster move after a busy week that included acquiring Peyton Watson from the Denver Nuggets and bringing James Harden back on a new contract. Watson’s sign-and-trade left Cleveland hard-capped at the first apron. With Harden’s new deal reportedly beginning at slightly more than $30 million, the Cavaliers now have […] The post Cavaliers consider waiving Cam Whitmore for flexibility appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
“He Recruited Peyton Watson”: ESPN Reporter Reveals Stunning Details on James Harden’s $97M Contract
James Harden walked away from $42.3 million to reshape his future. His decision quickly opened a different door in Cleveland. Harden and the Cavaliers found common ground, with both sides looking beyond a contract. They wanted something bigger. They wanted another dynamic force beside him. Then, the plan took shape. Peyton Watson emerged as the […] The post “He Recruited Peyton Watson”: ESPN Reporter Reveals Stunning Details on James Harden’s $97M Contract appeared first on EssentiallySports .
NBA rumors: Duren-Pistons negotiations get 'awfully nasty', another move coming for the Cavs
Here are the latest updates on Jalen Duren, James Harden, and the Cleveland Cavaliers' next potential move.
James Harden's Pay Cut, Peyton Watson Recruitment Detailed in New NBA Rumors After Cavs Contract
Veteran guard James Harden was reportedly both flexible and influential during the Cleveland Cavaliers' pursuit of Peyton Watson.
Nikola Jokic Linked To Golden State Warriors In Wild Trade Speculation
Could Nikola Jokic ever leave the Denver Nuggets? It's true that he has put off signing an extension this summer. But there are few around Denver that fear their 3-time MVP will be leaving town. However, the Nuggets are farther from another championship today than they were when the season ended, after being forced to trade burgeoning young two-way wing Peyton Watson to the Cleveland Cavaliers this week due to luxury tax constraints. Does that put even a small chink in the armour o...
Warriors Insider Projects Brandin Podziemski’s Contract Price After Peyton Watson’s $88 Million Deal With Cavs
Following Peyton Watson’s blockbuster four-year, $88 million sign-and-trade deal linking the Denver Nuggets and Cleveland Cavaliers, the spotlight across the NBA offseason has shifted to the impending extensions for players who were rookies less than three years ago. Unlike Watson, who had a breakout streak this past season, fans are still waiting for wonders from […] The post Warriors Insider Projects Brandin Podziemski’s Contract Price After Peyton Watson’s $88 Million Deal With Cavs appea...
“Irresponsible”: NBA Analyst Sounds Alarm Over Cavaliers’ $97 Million James Harden Contract
An NBA analyst is worried about how James Harden's contract will age.
Wizards Plunged Into Severe Backlash as Angel Reese’s Brother Faces Uncertain Future After Peyton Watson Trade
Angel Reese’s brother has found himself caught in the fallout of a five-team NBA trade. The Wizards sent the 23-year-old to the Nuggets on Wednesday in a deal headlined by Peyton Watson landing with the Cavaliers and Max Strus heading to the Clippers. However, Julian Reese may never suit up for Denver. The Nuggets are […] The post Wizards Plunged Into Severe Backlash as Angel Reese’s Brother Faces Uncertain Future After Peyton Watson Trade appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Cavaliers updated starting lineup, rotation after flurry of moves
The Cleveland Cavaliers have made a flurry of moves. What is their starting lineup now, and who will be a lock for the rotation?
Peyton Watson trade should fill Pistons with immediate dread
The Cavaliers got better by trading for rising star Peyton Watson.
LeBron James reacts to Cavs’ Peyton Watson trade
LeBron James apparently approves of the Cavaliers’ newest addition. James showed some love to Peyton Watson on Instagram after the Cavaliers acquired the 23-year-old forward from the Nuggets as part of Wednesday’s massive five-team trade. Responding to a post from Watson, James wrote: “Yessir P!! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🔥” Watson responded to James with a message of his […] The post LeBron James reacts to Cavs’ Peyton Watson trade appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Nikola Jokic reacts as Nuggets trade Peyton Watson
Nikola Jokic said the Denver Nuggets will miss Peyton Watson after the young forward was traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers, while expressing support for his former teammate’s next opportunity. “I’m happy for Peyton, he deserved it, we will miss his energy and skill,” Jokic said after friendly game between Serbia and France, via Miroslav Cuk. […] The post Nikola Jokic reacts as Nuggets trade Peyton Watson appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
James Harden Signs Three-Year, $97 Million Deal with Cavaliers
James Harden has agreed to a new three-year, $97 million contract to return to the Cleveland Cavaliers, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Back in June, it was reported that Harden declined his $42.3 million player option, but Harden and his agents were now able to agree to terms with the Cavaliers prior to the beginning of the season. The new deal includes a player option for the 2028-29 season as well as a trade kicker. The Cavaliers specifically needed Harden more The post James Harden S...
James Harden sends Cavs fans into frenzy with video after new contract
The Cleveland Cavaliers have completed their offseason puzzle, and on Thursday, they put the finishing touches on what has been a solid free agency period thus far. A day after signing and trading for Peyton Watson to address the small forward position, the Cavs finally brought James Harden back, signing him to a three-year, $97 […] The post James Harden sends Cavs fans into frenzy with video after new contract appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Lakers may be the biggest winners of the Cavs trade for Peyton Watson
The Denver Nuggets dealt Peyton Watson to the Cleveland Cavaliers. That only helps the Los Angeles Lakers, who gain an edge in the West and who are better positioned for future upgrades.
Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic already making video game assists amid NBA offseason
When considering how fans and pundits alike talk about the Denver Nuggets over the past few days, it feels as though the sky is falling in the Mile High City. They lost rising star Peyton Watson in a sign-and-trade to the Cleveland Cavaliers and got back a distant first-round pick from the Cavs (2031) along […] The post Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic already making video game assists amid NBA offseason appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Does Jonathan Kuminga Actually Make Sense for the Los Angeles Lakers?
On Wednesday, the Cleveland Cavaliers made news by trading for Peyton Watson, effectively taking themselves out of the mix for Jonathan Kuminga.
James Harden Locks In Cavaliers Return
James Harden has agreed to a new three-year, $97 million contract with the Cavaliers, which includes a player option for the 2028-29 season and a trade kicker, according to ESPN. Harden’s agents Mike Silverman, Troy Payne and Brandon Grier of Equity Sports confirmed the agreement to ESPN on Thursday. The deal comes after Harden declined […] The post James Harden Locks In Cavaliers Return appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Cavaliers just made James Harden mistake Warriors must avoid with Jimmy Butler
The Cleveland Cavaliers have just made a potentially crippling contract mistake with James Harden that the Golden State Warriors must avoid with Jimmy Butler.
Darius Garland On Toe Injury, Joining Clippers, More
Speaking to Cyro Asseo of HoopsHype, Clippers point guard Darius Garland discussed the toe injury that required him to undergo surgery last offseason and caused him to miss 37 games in 2026/27. The former No. 5 overall pick also talked about being traded from Cleveland to Los Angeles in February and playing for head coach […]
Cavaliers signing Peyton Watson adds fresh heat to potential Raptors playoff rematch
Cavs make their offseason splash by adding Peyton Watson, injecting new energy into their outlook that could be a wildcard in another Raptors playoff showdown.
Peyton Watson, Max Strus Headline Four-Team NBA Trade
The Cavaliers, Nuggets, Wizards and Clippers have agreed on a trade that will send guard Peyton Watson to the Cavaliers and Max Strus to the Clippers, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. In the full details of the trade, the Cavaliers will receive Peyton Watson and Cam Whitmore from the Wizards, while the Nuggets will receive an unprotected 2031 Cavaliers first-round pick, a 2032 Kings second-rounder and Julian Reese from the Wizards. The Clippers will receive Max Strus, while the Wizards more...
NBA Notes: Lakers, Jonathan Kuminga, Heat, Klay Thompson, Jazz
Lakers The Cavaliers’ acquisition of Peyton Watson may have removed one significant Lakers competitor from the Jonathan Kuminga sweepstakes. Cleveland had been among the teams linked to Kuminga before landing Watson in Wednesday’s five-team trade with the Nuggets, Clippers, Wizards and Hornets. Watson agreed to a four-year, $88 million contract with the Cavs, seemingly ending […] The post NBA Notes: Lakers, Jonathan Kuminga, Heat, Klay Thompson, Jazz appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Projecting the 2026-2027 Cavaliers starting lineup after James Harden’s return
James Harden is sticking around in Cleveland. Here's how the Cavaliers' starting lineup will look.
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