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NBA Notes: Grizzlies, Ty Jerome, Mavericks, Cooper Flagg, Bucks
Grizzlies The Grizzlies handed Ty Jerome the starting point guard job. He opened the season by scoring a career-high 45 points. Jerome powered Memphis to a 123-103 win over the Jazz on Wednesday, giving the Grizzlies an emphatic first look at their new lead guard. He scored 19 points before halftime and later passed the […] The post NBA Notes: Grizzlies, Ty Jerome, Mavericks, Cooper Flagg, Bucks appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Warriors contact Bucks about Kristaps Porzingis trade
The Warriors have contacted the Bucks about a potential trade involving Kristaps Porzingis, according to Sam Amick and Nick Friedell of The Athletic. Milwaukee is among the teams Golden State has approached as it explores options for the veteran center, whose recurring health problems have left his playing future uncertain. The Bucks, however, aren’t believed […] The post Warriors contact Bucks about Kristaps Porzingis trade appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Donovan Mitchell wants to stay with Cavs ‘forever,’ see No. 45 in rafters
Donovan Mitchell isn’t picturing his next NBA stop. He’s picturing his jersey hanging above the Cavaliers’ court. “I don’t ever want to wear another uniform. I don’t have that vision,” Mitchell told Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com. “Business is business. I understand how that works. There may be a situation where we may not be in […] The post Donovan Mitchell wants to stay with Cavs ‘forever,’ see No. 45 in rafters appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Mavericks, Walter Clayton Jr. agree to two-way deal
The Mavericks have agreed to a two-way contract with Walter Clayton Jr., according to ESPN’s Shams Charania, giving the former first-round pick a new opportunity after his release by the Grizzlies. Dallas had emerged as a leading contender for Clayton on Tuesday, with Marc Stein reporting that coach Dusty May recruited the guard in college. […] The post Mavericks, Walter Clayton Jr. agree to two-way deal appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Warriors respond to Kristaps Porzingis trade report
The Warriors issued a statement Wednesday after a report that they are exploring trades involving Kristaps Porzingis as he considers his basketball future. The team declined to discuss those matters but said it doesn’t expect the veteran center to rejoin the group soon. “In response to today’s media report regarding Kristaps Porzingis, we are not […] The post Warriors respond to Kristaps Porzingis trade report appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Timberwolves among teams linked to Dalton Knecht
The Timberwolves are among the teams expected to pursue Dalton Knecht for a two-way contract if he clears waivers, according to reports. Minnesota recently opened a two-way spot by releasing Enrique Freeman, giving it room to add another player. The Lakers waived Knecht on Monday after exploring trades, ending his stint with the organization after […] The post Timberwolves among teams linked to Dalton Knecht appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Celtics, Joe Mazzulla, Pelicans, Suns, Jalen Green
The Celtics had more than enough opportunities to prevent their opening-night collapse. Too often, they helped the Pistons along. That’s the assessment of John Karalis of Celtics On SI, whose breakdown of Tuesday’s 121-113 loss goes beyond Jayson Tatum’s poor shooting. Boston squandered a 22-point lead through a combination of stalled possessions, missed chances around […] The post NBA Notes: Celtics, Joe Mazzulla, Pelicans, Suns, Jalen Green appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Damian Lillard on Blazers return: ‘I checked every box’
Damian Lillard considered coming back during last spring’s playoffs. He decided he wanted to return without wondering whether his body was ready. Now, the Trail Blazers guard is preparing to play Wednesday in his first regular-season game since March 18, 2025, confident that taking the additional time was the right decision. “The reason I sat […] The post Damian Lillard on Blazers return: ‘I checked every box’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA futures: Pacers could be Central Division’s best bet
The Indiana Pacers are just one season removed from losing the NBA Finals in seven games to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Their star point guard, Tyrese Haliburton, suffered a torn Achilles tendon in the first quarter of that Game 7 and was sidelined all of last season. But he’s back now, and if the preseason […] The post NBA futures: Pacers could be Central Division’s best bet appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Warriors exploring Kristaps Porzingis trades as center considers NBA future
The Warriors have begun exploring trades involving Kristaps Porzingis as the veteran center seriously considers his basketball future, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. Porzingis is dealing with recurring symptoms of postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, commonly known as POTS. Charania reports that stepping away from basketball permanently is a possibility if there is no breakthrough […] The post Warriors exploring Kristaps Porzingis trades as center considers NBA future appeared fi...
Blake Griffin unloads on Stephen A. Smith, Shams Charania and state of sports media
Blake Griffin spent 14 seasons in the NBA, so he’s certainly familiar with sports reporters, television personalities and the occasional hot take. Now that he’s retired, he’s apparently ready to offer a few opinions of his own. And Stephen A. Smith and Shams Charania might not particularly enjoy them. Griffin debuted his new show, The […] The post Blake Griffin unloads on Stephen A. Smith, Shams Charania and state of sports media appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Cavs rank dead last in NBA for ease of watching games
The Cavaliers have championship expectations, four former All-Stars in their starting lineup and a fan base eager to see whether this is finally the year they break through. Actually watching them play? Well, that could be another matter. According to Manny Soloway of Awful Announcing, the Cavs rank dead last among all 30 NBA teams […] The post Cavs rank dead last in NBA for ease of watching games appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Sixers Notes: Joel Embiid, LeBron James, Tyrese Maxey
The Sixers found another option at center in their season opener. Joel Embiid helped make the call. With three fouls late in the first half of Tuesday’s 106-100 win over the Knicks, Embiid suggested that LeBron James replace him in the middle. It gave Philadelphia a way to close the half without asking Embiid to […] The post Sixers Notes: Joel Embiid, LeBron James, Tyrese Maxey appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Jazz making pair of roster moves
The Jazz are giving former first-round pick Kobe Bufkin another opportunity. Utah has agreed to sign the guard to a two-way contract, according to Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report and The Stein Line. The Jazz will waive forward Blake Hinson to create the opening, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype reports. Bufkin, 23, became available after the […] The post Jazz making pair of roster moves appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Lakers’ new core draws doubts about life after LeBron James
Lakers’ new core draws doubts about life after LeBron James The Lakers have rebuilt around Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, with Walker Kessler anchoring the middle. Whether that makes them better without LeBron James is another question. Stephen A. Smith isn’t buying it. Speaking with Steve Mason on ESPN LA, Smith said he views the […] The post Lakers’ new core draws doubts about life after LeBron James appeared first on Hoops Wire .
LeBron James enjoys spoiling Knicks’ ring night: ‘Pretty special’
LeBron James has enjoyed plenty of big nights at Madison Square Garden. His first game with the Sixers gave him another reason to smile. After Philadelphia beat the Knicks 106-100 on Tuesday, James was asked on NBC whether he enjoyed winning on the night New York celebrated its championship. “Yeah, I do,” he said, via […] The post LeBron James enjoys spoiling Knicks’ ring night: ‘Pretty special’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
JJ Redick knows Lakers’ first loss will bring ‘sky is falling’ reaction
The Lakers haven’t played their opener, and JJ Redick is already anticipating the reaction when something goes wrong. “It could be [Wednesday] night, you’re going to come to me and tell me that the world is ending and the sky is falling,” Redick told reporters Tuesday, via Ben Golliver of ESPN. “We’ve got to work […] The post JJ Redick knows Lakers’ first loss will bring ‘sky is falling’ reaction appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Sixers’ first win offers glimpse of how LeBron James, new lineup can work
The Sixers have plenty to figure out about sharing the ball. Their first win offered something just as useful — evidence that they can win without having the offense completely figured out. Philadelphia spoiled the Knicks’ championship celebration Tuesday, leaving Madison Square Garden with a 106-100 victory in the debuts of LeBron James and Jaylen […] The post Sixers’ first win offers glimpse of how LeBron James, new lineup can work appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Paul George dismisses record Celtics debut: ‘It means nothing’
Paul George delivered the highest-scoring debut in Celtics history. He wasn’t interested in celebrating it. “I’m not a moral victory guy,” George said, via The Associated Press. “It means nothing.” That was his assessment after scoring 38 points in Tuesday’s 121-113 season-opening loss to the Pistons. Boston led by 22 points before Detroit rallied, including […] The post Paul George dismisses record Celtics debut: ‘It means nothing’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Peyton Watson wants Cavs to adopt ‘take no prisoners’ mentality
The Cavaliers brought in Peyton Watson to strengthen their defense on the wing. He also intends to bring an attitude that spreads through the locker room. Watson, acquired from the Nuggets in an offseason sign-and-trade, wants Cleveland to approach opponents with an edge. “Just to go out there with a mean streak. Go out there […] The post Peyton Watson wants Cavs to adopt ‘take no prisoners’ mentality appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Celtics, Jayson Tatum, Pistons, Kings
The Celtics got 38 points from Paul George in his debut. They’ll need considerably better shooting from Jayson Tatum to make that combination work. Tatum went 6-of-23 from the field and missed all seven of his three-point attempts in Tuesday’s 121-113 season-opening loss to the Pistons. He shot just 1-of-10 in the second half, though […] The post NBA Notes: Celtics, Jayson Tatum, Pistons, Kings appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Mavericks emerge as leading contender to sign Walter Clayton Jr.
The Mavericks could be the next stop for Walter Clayton Jr., provided the former first-round pick clears waivers. Dallas has emerged as “a leading contender” to sign Clayton following his release by the Grizzlies, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. The Mavericks have an open two-way spot after waiving John Poulakidas, giving them […] The post Mavericks emerge as leading contender to sign Walter Clayton Jr. appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Grizzlies pick up options on Zach Edey, Cedric Coward
The Grizzlies have exercised their 2027-28 team options on Zach Edey and Cedric Coward, the team announced Tuesday. Edey’s fourth-year option is worth approximately $8.07 million, while Coward’s third-year option comes in at $6.29 million. The moves keep two young starters in Memphis’ plans beyond this season. For Edey, the next step is staying on […] The post Grizzlies pick up options on Zach Edey, Cedric Coward appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Cavs, Evan Mobley, Suns, Oso Ighodaro, Nuggets
The Cavaliers have plenty of established offense with Donovan Mitchell and James Harden. How much more they can get from Evan Mobley could determine how far they go. That’s the case made by Mack Perry of Cavs On SI, who views Mobley’s development as Cleveland’s defining storyline this season. The addition of Peyton Watson should […] The post NBA Notes: Cavs, Evan Mobley, Suns, Oso Ighodaro, Nuggets appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Mavericks, Kyrie Irving, Blazers, Vit Krejci, Kings
Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving still loves playing basketball. He’s less enthusiastic about everything that comes with being an NBA player. And while he hasn’t announced a retirement date, Irving doesn’t envision following LeBron James into his 40s. “I don’t look at it as comparing my years to other people, but just how much love I […] The post NBA Notes: Mavericks, Kyrie Irving, Blazers, Vit Krejci, Kings appeared first on Hoops Wire .
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