The Minnesota Timberwolves are exploring a significant offseason move after another playoff run, with rival scouts reportedly identifying Julius Randle, Donte DiVincenzo and the No. 28 pick as a potential package for an established All-Star-level player. According to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints, multiple scouts around the league believe Minnesota is preparing for a major roster […]
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AJ Dybantsa’s path to becoming the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft appears to be narrowing, with the BYU star reportedly feeling positive about his chances of landing with the Washington Wizards. Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints reported Wednesday that Dybantsa recently worked out for Washington and met with the franchise’s leadership, with […]
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The Charlotte Hornets are exploring options to upgrade their center position and have identified Brooklyn Nets big man Nic Claxton as one of their targets, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Scotto reported Wednesday that “with Charlotte considering a starting-caliber center upgrade, other centers besides Sabonis are on their radar, including Brooklyn Nets center Nic […]
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The Los Angeles Lakers enter the 2026 offseason expecting to keep Austin Reaves, but the guard’s future is not completely guaranteed. League executives believe Reaves is likely to remain in Los Angeles if the Lakers approach his next contract aggressively, but a smaller offer could open the door for rival teams to pursue him. Michael […]
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When members of the 2016 Cleveland Cavaliers gathered in Europe this month to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of one of the most memorable championships in NBA history, one notable absence quickly became a talking point. After former Cavaliers guard J.R. Smith joked on social media that an unnamed teammate had “ghosted” the reunion trip, speculation […]
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The Los Angeles Clippers appear to be narrowing their focus ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft, with Arizona guard Brayden Burries emerging as a serious candidate for the fifth overall pick. NBA insider Jake Fischer reported Wednesday that Burries impressed Clippers personnel during a workout in Los Angeles on June 16 and is “very much […]
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The Dallas Mavericks’ search for a new head coach appears increasingly focused on three prominent NBA assistants as the franchise begins a pivotal offseason following a 26-56 campaign. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, there is a “persistent belief in coaching circles” that Toronto Raptors assistant Jama Mahlalela, Minnesota Timberwolves assistant Micah Nori and Houston […]
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The Orlando Magic are continuing to reshape their coaching staff under new head coach Sean Sweeney, adding three assistants with NBA, G League and international experience. According to Michael Scotto of Hoopshype, Orlando is hiring Riley Crean, Mfon Udofia and DJ Bakker as assistant coaches, giving Sweeney several familiar faces as he begins his first […]
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Sneakerheads and basketball fans aren’t two separate tribes anymore. For decades, these worlds coexisted alongside each other. Basketball enthusiasts purchased jerseys, posters and bobbleheads. Sneakerheads chased retros, samples and rare releases. But recently something fascinating has occurred… Fans of both crowds have joined together. And the style that encompasses it has changed in a way […]
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Adding four more names to the green room.
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Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker is changing his jersey number from No. 1 to No. 15, according to ESPN sources. The switch is a tribute to both the number he wears with USA Basketball and the number his father, Melvin Booker, wore during his college career. Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker is changing his jersey […]
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President Donald Trump attended the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden during the Knicks’ championship run. Now, the team is preparing to visit the White House. Knicks owner James Dolan confirmed Wednesday on WFAN that the franchise has accepted an invitation from the president, making New York the first NBA champion to visit the White […]
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Jock Landale is expected to draw significant attention on the free-agent market following a productive 2025/26 campaign, but Atlanta would prefer to keep the veteran center. According to Michael Scotto, the Hawks face financial limitations in negotiations, as they only hold Landale’s Non-Bird rights after he played last season on a minimum contract, restricting how […]
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Atlanta Hawks are optimistic about keeping CJ McCollum in town beyond this season. While the veteran guard is set to hit free agency, league sources cited by Jake Fischer and Michael Scotto suggest there is mutual interest in a new deal, with McCollum potentially earning close to $20 million annually on his next contract. The […]
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If the Bucks wait until free agency to explore a Giannis Antetokounmpo trade, several teams could gain additional flexibility in crafting offers for the two-time MVP. One potential suitor is Miami. According to Ira Winderman of The South Florida Sun Sentinel, the Heat could include Andrew Wiggins in a trade package if the veteran forward […]
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Jose Alvarado says he would be willing to visit the White House if the Knicks receive an invitation and decide to attend as a team. Speaking with TMZ Sports, the Knicks guard made it clear that he would follow the lead of his teammates rather than make an individual decision on the matter. “If there’s […]
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Serbia has officially unveiled its preliminary roster for the upcoming FIBA Basketball World Cup qualifying windows, with Nikola Jokic headlining the squad. The Denver Nuggets superstar is set to return to the national team for the first time since last summer’s EuroBasket, giving Serbia a major boost ahead of an important stretch of international competition. […]
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The Miami Heat and Boston Celtics continue to be the teams most frequently linked to Giannis Antetokounmpo, but their respective levels of interest may not be identical. According to Chris Haynes, Miami’s pursuit of the Milwaukee Bucks superstar appears more established at this stage, while Boston’s intentions remain less clear. “There isn’t anything official yet […]
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For much of the offseason, there has been an expectation around the league that a trade involving Giannis Antetokounmpo would be completed before the June 23 NBA Draft. However, recent indications suggest that timeline may no longer be realistic. According to Chris Haynes, the Milwaukee Bucks are not treating draft night as a hard deadline […]
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The Utah Jazz and Walker Kessler have yet to make significant progress in extension negotiations, according to ESPN. Sources indicate that Utah previously offered the 7-foot-2 big man a five-year contract worth $140 million, a deal that would have been the largest ever awarded to a center without an All-Star appearance. Kessler emerged as one […]
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The Golden State Warriors are reportedly monitoring the situation between LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers and are prepared to act if the four-time MVP becomes available in free agency. While there is no certainty that James will leave Los Angeles, Golden State is said to have a plan in place should negotiations between […]
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Zaccharie Risacher admitted that his most recent season with the Atlanta Hawks was difficult, but the former No. 1 overall pick says his confidence in his long-term NBA future remains unchanged. Risacher described the season as a frustrating experience after seeing his role steadily decline as the year progressed. “It was a pretty frustrating season […]
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The Golden State Warriors are exploring ways to keep Draymond Green beyond next season while preserving financial flexibility, but any long-term extension could require the veteran forward to accept a lower salary. According to ESPN’s Anthony Slater, Warriors team sources indicated that their interest in a decline-and-extend contract with Green is tied to reducing his […]
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Ask young basketball players what makes someone a great ball handler and you’ll usually hear the same answers. Quick hands. Fancy crossovers. Creative moves. While those skills certainly matter, elite ball handling starts somewhere else entirely. It starts with control. The best dribblers in basketball aren’t just moving the ball. They’re controlling pace, reading defenders, […]
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The Golden State Warriors want Kristaps Porzingis back but are pushing for a shorter contract at a lower salary than the $30.7 million he earned during the 2025-26 season, according to Anthony Slater of ESPN. Porzingis became an unrestricted free agent after completing a two-year, $60 million contract. The Warriors acquired him from the Hawks […]
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