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The Los Angeles Lakers continue to mull over the possibility of adding Jonathan Kuminga this offseason but it is the decision not to trade another piece that could prove to be among the best decision the organization makes.
Here are five Summer League standouts who have shown enough flashes to compete for real NBA rotation minutes next season.
The Milwaukee Bucks generated plenty of attention during free agency after committing four years and $64 million to Gary Trent Jr. Rather than celebrating the signing, many around the league questioned the size of the deal, with some NBA insiders even raising concerns that it could be viewed as cap circumvention. “Gary Trent getting 4/$64 [...]
The Milwaukee Bucks unexpectedly found themselves at the center of the NBA’s latest offseason storyline after reports surfaced that newly acquired guard Tyler Herro was involved in a physical altercation with former Miami Heat teammate Bam Adebayo in Las Vegas. As the incident drew widespread attention, Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green focused on another [...]
The Golden State Warriors' latest signing last week has made their mid-season trade of Trayce Jackson-Davis look even smarter.
Kel'el Ware finally said what almost every Miami Heat fan was already thinking about his two years with the team.
The Oklahoma City Thunder need to sort out Cason Wallace's role— but if they're not willing to grant him his wish, they need to prepare for his departure.
Terrence Shannon Jr. will surely see a statistical leap, but a true breakout season might not be in the cards for the Timberwolves wing.
The Golden State Warriors hired a coach with some championship experience, delivering the Lakers a title in the past. The post Former Lakers Champion Head Coach Joins Warriors Staff appeared first on LA Sports Report.
The NBA offseason is in full swing, and among the crazy moves that have already taken place, one of them notably involved someone who’s the most notable Syracuse Orange men’s basketball alum in the league. Jerami Grant is entering his 13th season in the league, and it will, at least for now, be spent with […]
We are now through the first weekend of the Las Vegas Summer League and after a couple opening summer leagues in California and Utah respectively, all 30 NBA teams have shown up for the main event. The University of North Carolina has quite a few players represented, so let’s take a look at Tar Heels […]
The idea of LeBron James returning to Cleveland has reignited hope across the city that watched him become a legend. It was where his NBA journey began in 2003, where he won his first two MVPs, and where he delivered the unforgettable 2016 championship after a historic comeback against the Golden State Warriors. However, one […] The post “It’s Just a Hookup”: NBA Analyst Ridicules LeBron James-Cleveland Reunion Narrative appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Second-round pick Izaiyah Nelson suffered a fracture in his left ankle during Sunday’s Las Vegas Summer League game, the Magic announced (via Twitter). He will undergo surgery and is expected to resume basketball activities in three to four months. The 6’10” center signed a two-way contract after being selected out of South Florida with the […]
Joe Mazzulla says replacing Jaylen Brown is impossible, but believes Paul George still has plenty left to offer Boston.
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope thinks highly of Derrick Jones Jr.
New York Knicks star point guard and 2026 NBA Finals MVP Jalen Brunson will be returning to Madison Square Garden this weekend, but it won't be for basketball.
Acquiring Jaylen Brown elevates the Philadelphia 76ers into championship contention, but it poses a serious problem for VJ Edgecombe.
LeBron James is 41 years old and still seizes the epicenter of the NBA offseason discourse. He is a gargantuan figure, almost larger, if not bigger, than the sport of basketball itself. Therefore, it is assumed that where LeBron goes, he will be the sun of any team’s solar system. A common complaint amongst NBA […]
Given Masai Ujiri's favoritism toward wings and forwards, it's more likely the Dallas Mavericks would trade a center like Daniel Gafford compared to other players.
Jalen Brunson had surgery on his left wrist last week, and the Knicks have already said they expect him back […]
Johni Broome turns 24 years old next week. The reality is that players of Broome’s age don’t have a lot of time to prove their worth in the NBA. When you’re an older draft pick, you either quickly assimilate to life in the association, or you’re quickly phased out. There will always be veterans available […]
Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla acknowledged the need for a “grieving process” after the trade of Jaylen Brown to Philadelphia, but he’s also looking forward to what the team’s new additions will bring next season, writes Jay King of The Athletic. Boston acquired Paul George in the Brown deal and signed Mitchell Robinson and Mike Conley […]
Ayo Dosunmu's versatility allows him to play whatever role the Timberwolves need from him on a given night.
The Jazz, in fact, did not get to see Darryn Peterson and the Jazz come out with a dominant second game in Las Vegas. Quite the contrary; they were completely overwhelmed and throttled. Now the Jazz have officially been eliminated from Summer League Championship play. The roster, thus far, hasn’t shown many standouts that make […]
Mike Tyson was court side at the basketball game in Vegas at the weekend but there could be some movement on boxing for him. Tyson had looked a bit jaded recently and worse for the wear. More like his days from the movie ‘The Hangover’ and you would wonder is ‘Iron’ Mike back on the […] The post Mike Tyson hangs out with Bam Adebayo at Aces game but will he finally box Floyd Mayweather? appeared first on Boxing News and Views .
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