Magic Johnson was one of the stars of the Showtime Lakers that produced winning basketball. To win means to sacrifice for the greater good. And who better than Michael Cooper understands that part? That’s why the franchise legend is urging Austin Reaves to leave some money on the table so that succeeding as a team remains […]
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In the regional sports network architecture, there are two specific markets that serve as the absolute proving grounds for sports intelligence: Chicago and the DMV. If you can command the screen in the Windy City—where MJ built a permanent basketball theology—and simultaneously hold it down in Washington, D.C., where the intersection of sports, power, and […]
I thought that Kansas product Darryn Peterson was taking a bold approach to the NBA Draft process when he followed up with his declaration of working out for just the top two teams in the order by announcing that he would only work out for the Washington
Lakers could facilitate Giannis Antetokounmpo trade in potential multi-team deal with Pistons, Heat, and Bucks.
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Consensus NBA insider thinking expects Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo to be traded before the 2026 NBA Draft. Perhaps the Bulls can help.
The basketball world will soon find out what kind of team president Mike Gansey will be for the Philadelphia 76ers.
Josh Giddey sounds like a fun fit in Minnesota, but would the Bulls trade him, especially for what the Timberwolves could offer?
Instead of cutting costs by declining their $17.7MM team option on Luguentz Dort for next season, rival executives expect the Thunder to exercise that option and explore his value on the trade market, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Scotto states that Dort has already been linked to the Lakers, who need to upgrade their […]
The Washington Wizards appear to have made their decision regarding the top selection in the upcoming NBA Draft. According to a report from Polymarket Hoops on X, Washington is preparing to use the No. 1 overall pick on BYU star…
The Minnesota Timberwolves are reportedly assessing the trade value of several assets with free agency drawing closer.
The Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors are heating up once again, and the latest reports suggest the race for the two-time MVP may be taking another dramatic turn. For weeks, speculation surrounding Antetokounmpo’s future has dominated NBA headlines off the court.…
Lu Dort was an important part of the Oklahoma City Thunder's 2025 championship run, but he reportedly could be a target of the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason.
Every other Lakers championship has ended the same way – a ticker-tape parade through downtown Los Angeles, players riding trucks and fans lining the streets. When the team won in 2010, the celebration drew hundreds of thousands of screaming fans for a two-mile route from Staples Center to the Galen Center. One championship in franchise […]
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According to Michael Scotto, the Los Angeles Lakers have emerged as one of the teams being mentioned as a possible destination for Lu Dort if the Oklahoma City Thunder decide to explore trade options involving the veteran guard. As noted by Scotto, “Dort has a team option for $17.22 million for the upcoming season that […]
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It’s going to take more than just two teams to move Giannis Antetokounmpo out of Milwaukee. If reports are to believed, the Los Angeles Lakers have now entered the chat. Not to get the Greek Freak even though they were a frontrunner in the regular season. The Lakers are actively exploring avenues to upgrade their frontcourt through […]
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The Los Angeles Lakers should mimic what the New York Knicks did when it comes to roster construction, but it'll take time.
Collin Gillespie would have been a nice signing for Boston, but overall, his deal is good news for the Celtics.
Detroit Pistons are shopping young center Isaiah Thomas, and multiple teams are considering a deal.
The Pelicans and Kings appear to be the teams with the most interest in trading for Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant, Sam Amick of the Athletic said during an appearance on FanDuel TV’s “Run It Back” (YouTube link). Amick added that he would “probably push it” to New Orleans as the frontrunner and acknowledged a […]
Collin Gillespie showed his worth during his years at Villanova. While it took some time to show at the next level, Villanova fans are not surprised that the point guard has found success in the NBA. On Saturday, Gillespie cashed in on an incredible season. Shams Charania reported that the former Villanova great signed a […]
Collin Gillespie is expected to remain with the Phoenix Suns after agreeing to a four-year, $48 million contract, according to ESPN. The deal caps off a steady rise for the guard, who entered the league as an undrafted free agent out of Villanova in 2022. After spending his first three NBA seasons on two-way contracts, […]
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The BIG3 season got off to quite the start in Los Angeles on Saturday.
The Timberwolves have had the Nuggets' number in recent years, so it would be a welcome sight in Denver to see them shipping Rudy Gobert out of town.
If the Celtics are prepared to part with Jaylen Brown to acquire Giannis, here's an assessment of 3-team trade scenarios that would usher in a new era of basketball in Boston.