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Sources: Grizz deal oft-injured Parsons to Hawks
ESPN - 3 Jul 2019 18:34
Chandler Parsons, who has played only 95 games over the last three seasons with the Grizzlies, has been traded to the Hawks for Solomon Hill and Miles Plumlee, sources told ESPN.
Zion Williamson: NBA Spacing 'Almost Like a Dream Come True'
SLAMonline - 3 Jul 2019 07:11
Zion Williamson is a big fan of the new-found NBA spacing, and plans to take full advantage of it. The top pick in this summer’s draft says “it's almost like a dream come true.” Williamson, 18, adds that he’s loo...
Isaiah Thomas: 'Opportunity. That's All I Wanted, I'll Do the Rest'
SLAMonline - 3 Jul 2019 07:11
Isaiah Thomas says all he wanted was for a team to give him an opportunity this summer: he’ll handle the rest. The Washington Wizards did just that, agreeing to acquire the free agent former All-Star point guard on a o...
Clippers, Rodney McGruder Agree To Three-Year Deal
SLAMonline - 3 Jul 2019 05:37
The Los Angeles Clippers have agreed to a three-year, $15 million deal, Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reports. McGruder was claimed off of waivers by the Clips at the tail end of the 2018-19 campaign. The addition of McGr...
Glenn Robinson reaches agreement with Warriors
ESPN - 3 Jul 2019 03:11
Small forward Glenn Robinson, whose playing time was limited with the Pistons last season, has agreed to a two-year deal with the Warriors, his agent, Jelani Floyd, told The Athletic.
Lakers to add F Dudley on 1-year, $2.6M deal
ESPN - 3 Jul 2019 03:07
The Lakers began the process of fortifying a depleted roster beyond LeBron James, Anthony Davis and Kyle Kuzma by agreeing with Jared Dudley on a one-year, $2.6 million deal, agent Mark Bartelstein told ESPN.
Grizzlies Acquire Josh Jackson, More In Trade With Suns
SLAMonline - 3 Jul 2019 22:24
The Memphis Grizzlies have acquired Josh Jackson and De’Anthony Melton from the Phoenix Suns, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports. Phoenix-bound are Kyle Korver and Jevon Carter. More to come. The post Grizzlies Acquire...
Sixers To Sign Shake Milton To Four-Year Deal
SLAMonline - 3 Jul 2019 22:21
The Philadelphia 76ers have come to terms on a four-year deal with guard Shake Milton, ESPN’s Jordan Schultz reports. Milton played for the organization last year on a two-way contract. Milton averaged 4.4 points per g...
Pacers Agree To Deal With Point Guard T.J. McConnell
SLAMonline - 3 Jul 2019 21:40
The Indiana Pacers have agreed to a deal with point guard T.J. McConnell, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN explains. The 27-year-old has been a key depth piece for the Sixers for the past four seasons. Wojnarowski reports that...
Bulls' Carter slated for surgery on core muscle
ESPN - 3 Jul 2019 19:31
Bulls center Wendell Carter Jr., who played only 44 games as a rookie last season because of injuries, will have surgery on a core muscle next week.
Bobby Portis Is Bringing an UNDERDOG Mentality to New York -
SLAMonline - 3 Jul 2019 19:12
When did your underdog story begin? Bobby Portis pauses for a second to gather his thoughts. In just a few weeks, that story will take yet another turn when free agency opens and he agrees to sign with the New York Kni...
Gauging The Market For DeMarcus Cousins Post-Agent Change
SLAMonline - 3 Jul 2019 18:59
Unsigned through the first three days of free agency, DeMarcus Cousins has changed representation. Marc Stein of the New York Times reports that Boogie will now work with Jeff Schwartz of Excel Sport Management. Cousins ...
Boban Marjanovic Agrees To Deal With Dallas Mavericks
SLAMonline - 3 Jul 2019 18:34
The Dallas Mavericks are finalizing a deal with John Wick villain Boban Marjanovic, Marc Stein of the New York Times reports. The productive big man split last season between the Clippers and Sixers. The deal, which Sham...
Pelicans Agree To Sign Darius Miller To Two-Year, $14M Deal
SLAMonline - 3 Jul 2019 17:08
The New Orleans Pelicans have agreed to a two-year, $14.3 million deal with forward Darius Miller, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports. The second year is non-guaranteed. The addition of Millers gives the Pelicans another...
Celtics, Brad Wanamaker Agree To One-Year Deal
SLAMonline - 3 Jul 2019 16:37
The Boston Celtics have agreed to a one-year deal with sophomore guard Brad Wanamaker, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports. Wanamaker made his NBA debut last season at age 29. Wanamaker’s usage in Boston was limited las...
Celtics Add French Center Vincent Poirier
SLAMonline - 3 Jul 2019 05:58
The Boston Celtics have agreed to a two-year contract with 25-year-old French center Vincent Poirier, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports. The big man spent the 2018-19 campaign with CSKA Moscow of VTB United League. ...
Nets Agree To One-Year Deal With Wilson Chandler
SLAMonline - 3 Jul 2019 03:17
The Brooklyn Nets have agreed to a one-year deal with veteran Wilson Chandler, Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reports. Chandler split last season between the Philadelphia 76ers and Los Angeles Clippers. The 32-year-old for...
Emmanuel Mudiay Agrees To One-Year Deal With Jazz
SLAMonline - 3 Jul 2019 03:04
The Utah Jazz have agreed to a one-year deal with Emmanuel Mudiay, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports. The 23-year-old has spent the past four seasons with the Knicks. Mudiay will join a Jazz team that’s fast becoming ...
RJ Hampton's Dream Is To Go To The NBA Ep. 2 | SLAM Day in the Life
SLAMonline - 3 Jul 2019 02:53
Part 2 BABYYYY! Before announcing his decision to play in Australia’s NBL next season, RJ Hampton took us to Little Elm (TX) High School and showed us his photography skills. And later, RJ got in the gym with his train...
Lakers Agree To Deal With Jared Dudley
SLAMonline - 3 Jul 2019 02:43
The Los Angeles Lakers have agreed to add a highly valued veteran in Jared Dudley, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports. The 34-year-old will sign a one-year, minimum deal with the new look squad. Dudley averaged just nort...
Bulls Agree To Two-Year Deal With Luke Kornet
SLAMonline - 3 Jul 2019 02:26
The Chicago Bulls have agreed to a two-year deal with big man Luke Kornet, Shams Charania of The Athletic tweets. Kornet spent last season with the New York Knicks. In Kornet the Bulls will add a five that’s capable of...
Sources: Green agrees to 1-year deal with Jazz
ESPN - 3 Jul 2019 02:12
Jeff Green has agreed to a $2.5 million deal with the Jazz, league sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. Green played for the Wizards last season.