Basketball News
Lakers make strange moves after signing agreement with LeBron James
InsideHoops - 3 Jul 2018 17:14
The Lakers reportedly came to an agreement with LeBron James early in free agency, and then proceeded to add a stream of players who are talented but aren’t known for their shooting ability or their decision-making. To...
DeMarcus Cousins: 'This is My Chess Move'
SLAMonline - 3 Jul 2018 14:25
"This is my ace of spades." The post DeMarcus Cousins: ‘This is My Chess Move’ appeared first on SLAMonline.
Clippers Re-Sign Avery Bradley to Two-Year, $25 Million Deal
SLAMonline - 3 Jul 2018 13:25
Bradley was acquired in the Blake Griffin trade. The post Clippers Re-Sign Avery Bradley to Two-Year, $25 Million Deal appeared first on SLAMonline.
DeMarcus Cousins Gives the Warriors a Fifth All-Star0
The New York Times - 3 Jul 2018 04:56
While the former Pelicans big man is still recovering from a ruptured Achilles' tendon, he gives the team the one thing it has lacked: A dominant center.
Sources: Scott reaches 1-year deal with Clippers
ESPN - 3 Jul 2018 00:57
Free-agent forward Mike Scott, who played last season with the Wizards, has agreed to a one-year deal with the Clippers, league sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
Reports: Jeff Green agrees to deal with Wizards
ESPN - 3 Jul 2018 23:46
The Wizards reportedly have agreed to a one-year contract with veteran forward Jeff Green.
Report: Wizards Targeting Dwight Howard after Buyout
SLAMonline - 3 Jul 2018 23:08
The Washington Wizards plan to be “at the front of the line” to offer Dwight Howard a contract once his pending buyout is completed with the Nets, reports the Washington Post‘s Candace Buckner. Washington is lookin...
Report: Sixers Acquire Wilson Chandler From Nuggets
SLAMonline - 3 Jul 2018 22:40
The Philadelphia 76ers will acquire Wilson Chandler from the Nuggets, according to Yahoo’s Shams Charania. The Philadelphia 76ers are in close discussions on deal to acquire Denver Nuggets forward Wilson Chandler, leag...
Report: Tyreke Evans Agrees to One-Year Deal with Pacers
SLAMonline - 3 Jul 2018 22:09
Free-agent wing Tyreke Evans has agreed to sign a one-year, $12 million contract with the Indiana Pacers, according to Yahoo’s Shams Charania. Sources: Free agent Tyreke Evans is signing a 1-year, $12M deal with the In...
Report: Several Teams Had a 'No [DeMarcus] Cousins Policy'
SLAMonline - 3 Jul 2018 19:30
Cousins didn't receive any offers as a free agent. The post Report: Several Teams Had a ‘No [DeMarcus] Cousins Policy’ appeared first on SLAMonline.
Celtics' Williams: Missed flight 'all on me'
ESPN - 3 Jul 2018 19:23
Celtics first-rounder Robert Williams took responsibility for missing a flight and then Boston's first summer league practice.
Kings sign rookie Marvin Bagley III
InsideHoops - 3 Jul 2018 19:12
The Sacramento Kings a day ago signed Marvin Bagley III to his rookie contract. Selected second overall in the 2018 NBA Draft, Bagley III was just one of four freshman in the nation to average a point-rebound double-doub...
Sixers sign rookie Zhaire Smith
InsideHoops - 3 Jul 2018 19:01
The Philadelphia 76ers yesterday signed NBA Draft 2018 first-round pick Zhaire Smith. Smith, whose rights were acquired in a draft-night trade with Phoenix, was selected No. 16 overall after one collegiate season at Texa...
Wizards add Thomas Bryant off waivers
InsideHoops - 3 Jul 2018 18:47
The Washington Wizards yesterday claimed Thomas Bryant off of waivers from the Los Angeles Lakers. "Thomas is an intriguing young prospect with size and athleticism who showed he has three-point range during his time in ...
Jazz sign rookie Grayson Allen
InsideHoops - 3 Jul 2018 18:38
The Utah Jazz yesterday signed guard Grayson Allen to his rookie contract. Selected 21st overall in the first round of the 2018 NBA Draft by Utah, Allen was a four-year player at Duke University where he averaged 15.5 po...
Russell Westbrook Throws Party To Celebrate Paul George Re-signing
SLAMonline - 3 Jul 2018 18:01
Russell Westbrook hosted a private party at a mansion near Oklahoma City on Saturday to celebrate Paul George re-signing with the Thunder. “If y’all don’t quite get it,” said George while on stage. “Let me say ...
Miami Heat's new addition knows his NBA future hinges on improving this skill
Miami Herald - 3 Jul 2018 15:02
Derrick Jones Jr. knows the reality of today's NBA. Being a good defender, having freaking leaping ability and athleticism simply isn't enough to warrant having a job. "You have to …
Kobe Bryant: Laker Dreams 'Substantially Bigger Now' With LeBron James
SLAMonline - 3 Jul 2018 13:55
"I told him, 'Welcome to the family, man.'" The post Kobe Bryant: Laker Dreams ‘Substantially Bigger Now’ With LeBron James appeared first on SLAMonline.
Jackson bests Young in summer league debut
ESPN - 3 Jul 2018 08:44
Jaren Jackson Jr. had 29 points in his summer league debut to help the Grizzlies beat Trae Young's Hawks 103-88 on Monday night in Salt Lake City.
Source: Bradley, Clips agree to two years, $25M
ESPN - 3 Jul 2018 08:33
Shooting guard Avery Bradley will re-sign with the Clippers on a two-year, $25 million deal, it was confirmed to ESPN.
Social reaction to DeMarcus Cousins joining Golden State Warriors
ESPN - 3 Jul 2018 07:14
If you thought the Warriors would sit back and let you relax this offseason, then DeMarcus Cousins suggests you should reconsider.
Timberwolves sign rookie Josh Okogie
InsideHoops - 3 Jul 2018 05:08
The Minnesota Timberwolves signed rookie guard Josh Okogie today. The Wolves selected Okogie with the 20th pick in the 2018 NBA Draft. All players selected in the first round are guaranteed to receive a contract, assumin...