A number of teams are preparing for potentially pivotal offseasons, and the upcoming NBA draft is just six weeks away. Meanwhile, a number of the league’s leading stars continue to be linked with trades, and the likes of Kyrie Irving and Kawhi Leonard will also hit free-agency in the coming weeks.
So, with plenty going on around the NBA, here are the biggest news stories and rumors you need to know for May 6th.
The Knicks could move for Anthony Davis
After spending his entire seven-year NBA career with the New Orleans Pelicans, Anthony Davis is expected to move on this summer. The 26-year-old tried to force a trade away from the Pelicans ahead of the February trade deadline, and while a move to the Lakers didn’t happen, the Pelicans will feel pressured to trade their star asset ahead of his 2020 free agency.
The Lakers and Celtics have been widely reported as the two teams in contention to pull off a deal for the All-Star, although Matt Burke of Metro Bet is reporting that the Knicks could still emerge as contenders for Davis’ signature:
During the 18/19 season, Davis averaged 25.9 points, 12.0 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game, although he was frustrated as the Pelicans once again missed out on the postseason.
Draymond Green backs Steph Curry to improve ahead of Game 4
The Golden State Warriors currently hold a 2-1 series advantage over the Houston Rockets, although Steph Curry’s performances have been a major concern for Steve Kerr’s team. Entering Game 4, Curry has shot only 8-for-32 from beyond the arc, and many blamed the two-time MVP for the Warriors’ failure to defeat Houston in Game 3.
However, despite Curry’s recent dip in form, Draymond Green is confident that the 31-year-old will bounce back in Game 4:
DeMarcus Cousins could still return this season
DeMarcus Cousins suffered a quad injury during Game 2 of the Warriors’ first-round series with the Clippers. The All-Star was subsequently ruled out for the remainder of the season, and it appeared that Cousins had made his final appearance in a Golden State jersey.
However, Mercury News is reporting that Cousins recently started participating in light shooting drills, and Steve Kerr believes that the 28-year-old could still feature in the playoffs:
After failing to receive any major contract offers last summer, Cousins signed a one-year $5.3 million deal with the Warriors. During the regular season, Cousins averaged 16.3 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game and the center is expected to exit the team following the completion of the postseason.
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