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Report: Kawhi Leonard and Gregg Popovich Hold Meeting
SLAMonline - 20 Jun 2018 12:55
Pop traveled to San Diego to meet with Kawhi. The post Report: Kawhi Leonard and Gregg Popovich Hold Meeting appeared first on SLAMonline.
NBA draft: Best prospects, likely picks, rankings and needs
ESPN - 20 Jun 2018 15:51
Who is going in the top five? Who will be the best player in this class? What trades can teams make? Here's everything you need to know.
Report: Hornets Trade Dwight Howard To Nets For Mozgov
SLAMonline - 20 Jun 2018 15:30
The Hornets will trade Dwight Howard to the Nets for Timofey Mozgov, reports ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. Charlotte will also receive the Nets’ second-round pick (No. 45 overall) in Thursday’s NBA draft, a 2021 secon...
Curry's championship mouthguard to be auctioned
ESPN - 20 Jun 2018 06:17
The mouthguard Stephen Curry used as the Golden State Warriors closed out their four-game sweep of the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA Finals will be auctioned off next month.
Report: Michael Porter Jr Signs Shoe Deal with PUMA
SLAMonline - 20 Jun 2018 23:07
Top NBA draft prospect Michael Porter Jr has signed a multi-year footwear and apparel endorsement deal with PUMA, according to ESPN’s Nick DePaula. Michael Porter Jr has signed a multi-year shoe deal with PUMA. The bra...
Rockets fans being mean to Ayesha Curry`s Houston restaurant
InsideHoops - 20 Jun 2018 22:37
Nobody said the restaurant business was easy. Here’s TMZ Sports reporting on Yelp abuse directed towards the Curry family. Houston Rockets fans are still so bitter at being knocked out of the playoffs by the Warriors, ...
Ayton: NBA success is getting to 2nd contract
ESPN - 20 Jun 2018 21:22
Deandre Ayton said Wednesday that "getting to my second contract" would be his definition of NBA success and would likely mean his team was thriving as well.
Knox surprised by 'child' questions at combine
ESPN - 20 Jun 2018 20:40
NBA draft prospect Kevin Knox was surprised when one team insinuated that he had a child, only to admit later that the questions were asked in jest.
Report: Kawhi Would 'Significantly Increase' Lakers' Chances of Landing LeBron
SLAMonline - 20 Jun 2018 19:20
Kawhi wants to play in L.A. The post Report: Kawhi Would ‘Significantly Increase’ Lakers’ Chances of Landing LeBron appeared first on SLAMonline.
Report: Hawks Eyeing Luka Doncic with No. 3 Pick
SLAMonline - 20 Jun 2018 18:28
Luka Doncic has risen to the top of the Hawks‘ draft board, reports ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. Atlanta is also strongly considering Michigan State forward Jaren Jackson Jr and Duke forward Marvin Bagley with the No. ...
Silver gets Durant backlash but credits Warriors
ESPN - 20 Jun 2018 18:22
NBA commissioner Adam Silver said on Golic and Wingo on Wednesday that the Warriors worked within the rules to sign Kevin Durant but that the league can always change the system with the next CBA to make things more even...
Michael Porter Jr: 'I'm a Mix of Giannis and KD'
SLAMonline - 20 Jun 2018 18:20
Sounds like a terrifying mix. The post Michael Porter Jr: ‘I’m a Mix of Giannis and KD’ appeared first on SLAMonline.
Knicks, Wizards to play in London next season
ESPN - 20 Jun 2018 17:07
The New York Knicks and Washington Wizards are scheduled to play a game in London next season. The New York Knicks and Washington Wizards are scheduled to play a game in London next season.
Draymond Green sits in on Warriors NBA Draft workouts
InsideHoops - 20 Jun 2018 15:10
It’s always interesting learning about a team’s individual draft workout style. What players do at the workout, who they’re working out with, who on the team is in attendance, etc. In the case of the Warriors, do-a...
Game-used Stephen Curry mouthpiece in auction
InsideHoops - 20 Jun 2018 14:59
Know those Stephen Curry mouthpieces that you see on TV more often than you’d probably like? Well, here’s a golden opportunity to look at one all the time, from the comfort of your own home, with the TV turned off. Y...
Warriors 2018 NBA Draft goals
InsideHoops - 20 Jun 2018 14:27
The Warriors won the NBA championship again. As fantastic as their starting lineup is, there are always improvements that can be made on the bench. Here’s the San Jose Mercury News reporting on Golden State’s 2018 NB...
Sixers not rushing hunt for new GM
InsideHoops - 20 Jun 2018 14:12
After parting ways with Bryan Colangelo, the Sixers need a new GM. But they’re reportedly not in a rush to make it happen. It would have been nice to install somebody new in time for tomorrow’s NBA Draft, but better ...
Report: Kawhi Leonard to Inform Teams He Wants to Sign in L.A.
SLAMonline - 20 Jun 2018 13:25
Leonard is seeking a trade to Cali. The post Report: Kawhi Leonard to Inform Teams He Wants to Sign in L.A. appeared first on SLAMonline.
Inglewood group sues to prevent Clippers arena
ESPN - 20 Jun 2018 11:20
An Inglewood community group filed a lawsuit Tuesday alleging the city violated state laws by entering into an exclusive negotiating agreement to develop public land for the Los Angeles Clippers' new stadium.
Heat's Adebayo works out with this former All-Star, discusses recovering teammate
Miami Herald - 20 Jun 2018 06:00
The Miami Heat does not have a pick in Thursday night's NBA Draft -- at least not yet. The franchise will likely end up sitting it out completely unless team …
Sources: Doncic leader for Hawks' No. 3 pick
ESPN - 20 Jun 2018 05:03
European star Luka Doncic has pulled ahead in conversations within the Atlanta Hawks, who hold the third overall pick, league sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
Raptors 905 hire Jama Mahlalela as head coach
InsideHoops - 20 Jun 2018 04:45
Jama Mahlalela has been named head coach of Raptors 905, who are the Toronto Raptors’ G League affiliate. Mahlalela becomes the third head coach in team history and joins the club following five seasons as an assistant...