Posts

Over the past few weeks, Lin has attracted interest from both China and Europe, although the former Knicks star has turned down a move abroad in favor of attempting to extend his NBA career. With still more than a month to go until the new season, Lin could still find himself with a new team before opening night, and here are three of the most likely destinations. #3 New York Knicks Jeremy Lin will always be associated with his spell in New York, and the 30-year-old would jump at the chance to rejoin the team were he made a name for himself....

The Warriors were hesitant to lose one of their most influential players both on and off the court, although losing Iguodala was the only way the Warriors could make the necessary room to acquire D’Angelo Russell in a sign-and-trade deal from the Brooklyn Nets. Yet, it is doubtful that Iguodala will want to spend the final years of his career on a team that won’t be contending for a playoff spot, and a buyout remains a strong possibility....

New York reportedly agreed to deals with three players — Wayne Ellington (two-years, 16 million), Reggie Bullock (two-years, $21 million) and Elfrid Payton (two-years, $16 million). The team reportedly signed three forwards, including Julius Randle, on Sunday, as well. The Knicks had been targeting Durant and Irving, but both inked contracts with the Nets shortly after free agency began. The Celtics, meanwhile, may have found a replacement for Al Horford, as they signed Enes Kanter to a two-year contract....

Gay, who’ll turn 33 next month, is one of two players in the NBA — with LeBron James — who has at least 15,000 points, 5,000 rebounds, 1,000 steals and 500 blocks since he was drafted in 2006. The 13-year veteran appeared in 69 games last season for the Spurs and averaged 13.7 points with a career-high 6.8 rebounds and 2.6 assists in 26.7 minutes while shooting a career-best ....

The 24-year-old forward is “operating at the start of free agency with the expectation” he will not be returning to the Wizards, according to a report from NBC Sports Washington, which cites unidentified league sources. Parker’s teammate Bobby Portis also believes he will not be back with Washington as it has “given them the impression they are focusing on other players,” the report says. Parker was sent from the Bulls to the Wizards before the trade deadline....

Historically, March has been a valuable month for the draft stock of many, as it provides NBA teams with an opportunity to see prospects against high-level competition in a unique environment. Last season, for example, Villanova’s Donte DiVincenzo saw his star rise en route to a national title. NBA DRAFT 2019: Latest odds for top pick This time of year is always a good opportunity to get a baseline idea of how June’s draft might shake out before the madness shakes everything up....

The 2019 draft is just weeks away, and teams will be hoping to strike gold by drafting either Zion Williamson or Ja Morant. Meanwhile, Anthony Davis continues to be linked with a blockbuster trade, and a host of stars including Kyrie Irving, Kawhi Leonard, and Kemba Walker are about to hit free agency. So, with plenty going on around the NBA, here are the biggest news stories and rumors you need to know for May 16th....

NBA News Update: Kendrick Perkins thinks the LA Lakers might sweep the Denver Nuggets Nikola Jokic and crew have earned a reputation of always bouncing back, courtesy their two come-from-behind series wins in the 2020 NBA Playoffs. However, former OKC Thunder player Kendrick Perkins thinks that the Denver Nuggets have no chance against the LA Lakers this time. Perkins said: The Denver Nuggets have actually never won a Playoff series against the LA Lakers in NBA history....

NBA News Update: Tom Thibodeau excited about the future with the New York Knicks The New York Knicks were not invited to the 2020 Orlando bubble. As a result of this, the new head coach never had an opportunity to interact with his team’s players until now. When asked about what the new identity and playing style of his team will be, Tom said: The former Minnesota Timberwolves coach also stressed on the importance of getting easy buckets on the offense and creating as many corner threes as possible....

Clippers head coach Doc Rivers said Tuesday that point guard Chris Paul is “50-50” to play in Game 2, but the point guard has been downgraded to doubtful. AccuScore simulations were run without Paul in the lineup. The average score after AccuScore ran its 10,000-plus simulations is Rockets 106, Clippers 102. Total: There’s a 58 percent chance the total combined score in Game 2 stays UNDER 214. The total has stayed UNDER in four of the last five meetings between these teams, as well as in four of the six meetings in Houston....

The 2021 NBA playoff bracket is down to its usual 16 teams after a play-in tournament that featured both thrilling endings and brutal blowouts. Now comes the constant barrage of postseason contests as contenders fight for the right to hold the Larry O’Brien trophy. Wondering which games are on today’s slate? You’ve come to the right place. Here’s everything you need to know about watching NBA playoff games, including a complete TV schedule that will be updated daily with start times and channels....

As if to prove his point, the Raptors star produced a stunning buzzer-beater in the second-round series decider against the 76ers on Sunday, stealing a sensational 92-90 win after the ball bounced four times on the rim before dropping through. Leonard finished with 41 points on 16-of-39 shooting from the field, insisting afterward that missed shots were not his concern as he looked to do everything to inspire his team....

The 31-year-old guard has knocked down just three of his 13 field goal attempts through the first two games of the Raptors’ second-round series with the 76ers. He has also missed eight of his 10 3-pointers. Green, who hit a career-high 45.5% of his shots from behind the arc during the regular season, discussed his recent struggles when he met with reporters Tuesday. “Sometimes they’re just off the mark,” Green said, via TSN....

Ahead of the 2022-23 campaign, players are preparing for training camps and Media Days. They were finally able to enjoy a “normal” summer after multiple COVID-impacted seasons, but now they are back on a typical basketball calendar. When will your favorite team report for training camp and play its first preseason game? You can find the full preseason schedules for all 30 teams below. 2016 NBA REDRAFT: Where do Brown, Siakam and Simmons land?...

The other big contributor from the Cavs’ starters was Derrick Rose, who registered 12 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists in his 27 minutes on the floor. The defending Eastern Conference Champions play their one remaining preseason game on Friday (Saturday IST) against the Magic in Orlando. For the young and rebuilding Bulls, this was their third win of the five preseason games played so far. Justin Holiday was their top performer with 28 points, 11 rebounds, and 3 steals....

The result is an epic video you shouldn’t go without seeing this hump day. MORE: What’s the greatest NBA Draft ever? | Every team’s biggest draft regret | Photos: NBA Rookies of the Year Like Sidney Dean tried to explain to Billy Hoyle in “White Men Can’t Jump”, many of us listen to Drake but we don’t hear him. That’s why we need the likes of Myles Turner, Justise Winslow, D’Angelo Russell, Sam Dekker, Willie Cauley-Stein, Jarell Martin, Frank Kaminsky, Joseph Young, Devin Booker, Vincent Hunter, Jerian Grant, Kelly Oubre and Stanley Johnson to look deeply into our eyes and recite powerful prose from song such as “10 Bands”, “Started from the Bottom” and “Headlines”....

The array of talent among this year’s rookies was on full display at All-Star Weekend, where Cade Cunningham, Evan Mobley, Josh Giddey, Scottie Barnes and Jalen Green were among the players to make their marks in more than one way on the All-Star stage. As the season winds down and the race to win Rookie of the Year intensifies, Barnes and Mobley are gearing up to play postseason basketball, often an anomaly for top-five picks....

Ben Simmons is not on the chopping block yet, but if the Philadelphia 76ers were to swing for a superstar, the Australian would likely be included in the trade package. As per ESPN’s Zach Lowe, though, Simmons is losing his trade value. Lowe said the following on the latest episode of The Lowe Post podcast: Ben Simmons has averaged 12.5 points, 8.5 assists and 7.9 rebounds per game through 11 games in the 2021 NBA Playoffs....

NBA Rumors: Atlanta Hawks offered 2022 first-round pick to Sacramento Kings for Bogdan Bogdanovic It’s been a while since Bogdan Bogdanovic completed his sign-and-trade move to the Atlanta Hawks after days of NBA rumors and speculations. A key detail of that transaction has now been revealed by ‘The Athletic’, which reports that the Atlanta Hawks reportedly offered the Sacramento Kings a 2022 first-round pick belonging to the Oklahoma City Thunder in a sign-and-trade for Bogdan Bogdanovic....

Only a few teams are projected to have significant cap space during this free agency cycle, and several front offices are either approaching the luxury tax line or already over it. Of course, the offseason is always full of surprises, so some franchises may be able to make enough moves to increase their spending power. Here is everything you need to know about NBA free agency, including the projected salary cap and luxury tax numbers for the 2022-23 season....