Josh Okogie Remaining With Phoenix
Phoenix Suns forward Josh Okogie agreed to a two-year, $16 million deal to remain with the team. The 2018 No. 20 overall pick didn't do much in his 60 appearances with the Suns last season. But he at least averaged 7.2 points and 3.7 rebounds in 11 starts. With that in mind, Okogie will likely […]
RJ Barrett Notches Team-High 12 Points Versus USA
Toronto Raptors guard/forward RJ Barrett was Team Canada's top scorer with 12 points in Wednesday's 86-72 loss to the USA. Barrett played a large role in Canada's 11-1 start in the game, but the Americans soon took over and dominated. The Raptors star finished with 3-for-6 shooting, hitting 2-for-3 from outside. He struggled at the […]
LeBron James Provides A Little Bit Of Everything Against Canada
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James logged a busy 19 minutes in Team USA's first pre-Olympics exhibition matchup against Canada, finishing an 86-72 victory with seven points, five rebounds, three assists, three steals, and one block. He shot 3-for-7 from the field, missing both attempts from downtown. James, who will be chasing his third Olympics […]
Anthony Edwards Leads All Scorers In Win Over Canada
Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Anthony Edwards scored a game-high 13 points as Team USA started its exhibition schedule with a comfortable win against Canada. Edwards was part of the team's second unit, which helped the U.S. overcome an early 11-1 deficit to win 86-72. He shot 6-for-10 from the field with one make from downtown while […]
Dean Wade "Conducting Full On-Court Workouts"
According to Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com, Cavaliers forward Dean Wade has resumed "conducting full on-court workouts." He is also is pain-free after missing the last 19 games of the regular season while suiting up for just three playoff contests because of a sprained knee. The 27-year-old averaged 5.4 points and 4.0 rebounds in 2023-24. While […]
Kawhi Leonard "Up And Down" During Team USA Practices
Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (knee) will not suit up for Team USA at the 2024 Summer Olympics. Although the veteran was optimistic his condition had improved enough to allow him to play, many felt it would be in his best interest to focus on getting healthy for the 2024-25 campaign. Leonard, who's battled […]
Dillon Jones Racks Up 21 Points With Outstanding Shooting
Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Dillon Jones scored a game-high 21 points in a 98-75 win over the Utah Jazz in the Salt Lake City Summer League on Tuesday. The Weber State product, who was the 26th selection in last month's draft, had an incredible shooting touch in the game, going 7-for-8 from the field and […]
Knicks Linked With Move For Davis Bertans
Free-agent forward Davis Bertans is reportedly generating interest among multiple teams after getting waived by the Charlotte Hornets. According to HoopsHype's Michael Scotto, the New York Knicks are among the teams who are looking at Bertans. The 31-year-old is a sweet-shooting big man who would give an extra threat from deep to the Knicks. However, […]
Suns Interested In Re-Signing Josh Okogie
The Phoenix Suns remain interested in bringing back guard/forward Josh Okogie. The 25-year-old has spent the past two seasons in Arizona but became a free agent after not picking up a $2.9 million option on his contract. Okogie averaged 4.6 points and 2.6 rebounds in 16.0 minutes last season, logging 11 starts across 60 appearances. […]
Warriors Remain Interested In Lauri Markkanen
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen continues to draw links with the Golden State Warriors. The Athletic's Anthony Slater has reported that the Warriors remain in pursuit of Markkanen, although he believes it could be a drawn-out process. Markkanen has averaged 20-plus points in back-to-back seasons and is just a year removed from being an All-Star. […]
Ausar Thompson Unavailable For Summer League
Detroit Pistons forward Ausar Thompson will not participate in Summer League as he is recovering from a blood clot, per James L. Edwards III of The Athletic. Thompson's rookie season ended in March due to a blood clot, for which he would receive treatment. In 63 regular-season contests, the 21-year-old averaged 8.8 points, 6.4 rebounds, […]
Gary Trent Jr. Unlikely To Return To Toronto
The Toronto Raptors are unlikely to agree on a new contract with Gary Trent Jr. TSN's Josh Lewenberg has reported that Trent Jr.'s camp has been looking for a raise from last year's $18.5 million, but the Raptors were only willing to offer around $15 million per year when free agency opened. According to Lewenberg, […]
Haywood Highsmith Staying In Miami
Free-agent forward Haywood Highsmith agreed to a two-year, $11 million contract to remain with the Miami Heat. The 27-year-old has spent the last three seasons in Miami, most recently finishing the 2023-24 campaign by averaging a career-high 6.1 points and 39.6% shooting from deep. Although he didn't always see minutes last season, he at least […]
Evan Fournier Expected To Generate Interest As Free Agent
French veteran Evan Fournier finds himself going to the Paris Olympics as a free agent, but he could be back in the NBA for next season. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, Fournier is expected to generate interest among "some" NBA teams. Fournier became a free agent after the Detroit Pistons declined a $19 million […]
Malik Monk Wants To Join Starting Unit Next Season
Sacramento Kings guard/forward Malik Monk wants to become a starter next season. The 26-year-old was one of the most prolific bench players in the league in 2023-24, averaging a career-high 15.4 points. He has re-signed with the Kings for four years, $78 million. A starter's role would boost Monk's fantasy value, although he has still […]
Kawhi Leonard "Ramping Up" Activity Level
Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (knee) has been "ramping up" his activity level ahead of the start of the 2024 Summer Olympics. The veteran missed most of the postseason due to knee inflammation. However, it appears he's moving in the right direction, recently appearing in a scrimmage for Team USA and draining four three-point […]
Kevin Durant Will Miss Start Of Team USA Training Camp
Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (calf) will miss the start of Team USA training camp. The veteran is dealing with a calf strain, although Team USA head coach Steve Kerr indicated that the injury is "not bad." Durant finished last season by averaging 27.1 points, 6.6 rebounds, 5.0 assists, and 1.2 blocks. He also appeared […]
Miles Bridges Re-Signing With Charlotte
According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, free-agent forward Miles Bridges agreed to a three-year, $75 million deal with the Charlotte Hornets. He was a coveted name on the open market. However, the Hornets will retain a player who averaged 21.0 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 3.3 assists in 2023-24. While Charlotte is a long way away from […]
Simone Fontecchio Staying In Detroit
Free-agent forward Simone Fontecchio agreed to a two-year, $16 million contract to return to the Pistons. The 28-year-old began last season in Utah before being traded to Detroit. In 66 games with both teams, he averaged 10.5 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 1.5 assists. With the Pistons in a rebuilding stage, anyone on the roster has […]
Josh Green Officially Heading To Charlotte
The Dallas Mavericks officially traded forward Josh Green to the Charlotte Hornets as part of the deal for superstar Klay Thompson. The 23-year-old spent the last four seasons in Dallas, averaging 6.4 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.5 assists. He hasn't appeared in more than 67 games in a season since entering the league. However, the […]
Harrison Barnes Goes To Spurs
Sacramento Kings forward Harrison Barnes is headed to the San Antonio Spurs as part of a three-way sign-and-trade. The Kings will recieve DeMar DeRozan while the Chicago Bulls get Chris Duarte and a pair of second-round picks. Barnes was a full-time starter with the Kings last season but he was the odd man out with […]
Caleb Martin Signing With Philadelphia
Free-agent forward Caleb Martin agreed to a four-year deal with the Philadelphia 76ers. The 28-year-old recently declined his $7.1 million option with the Miami Heat and will now earn more than $32 million guaranteed with the 76ers. Without question, Philly has been busy this offseason, with the team already landing Paul George, Andre Drummond, and […]
"Mutual Interest" Between DeMar DeRozan, Sacramento
According to NBA reporter Sean Cunningham, there is "mutual interest" between free-agent forward DeMar DeRozan and the Sacramento Kings. It's unknown how a potential move would look, considering the Bulls have tried to orchestrate a sign-and-trade since the start of free agency. DeRozan finished last season by averaging 24.0 points, 5.3 assists, and 4.3 rebounds. […]
Franz Wagner, Magic Agree On Contract Extension
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner agreed to a five-year contract extension with the team. The 2021 No. 8 overall pick has spent the last three seasons with the Magic since entering the league, averaging 17.8 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 3.4 assists while appearing in 231 games. There aren't many players in the National Basketball Association […]
Caleb Martin Looking For Big Money In Free Agency
Free-agent forward Caleb Martin is reportedly seeking around $15 million this offseason. Martin, who turned down his $7.1 million player option to hit the open market, spent the last three years in Miami, recently finishing the 2023-24 campaign by averaging a career-high 10.0 points with 4.4 rebounds and 2.2 assists. The 28-year-old apparently is on […]
Kings, Spurs Interested In DeMar DeRozan
According to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, the Kings and Spurs have expressed interest in free-agent forward DeMar DeRozan. The Heat also have the veteran on the radar. However, Miami isn't in a position from a financial standpoint to make a move. Despite his age, DeRozan is still as good as ever, finishing the […]
Taurean Prince Signing With Milwaukee
According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, free-agent forward Taurean Prince plans to sign a deal with the Milwaukee Bucks. The 2016 No. 12 overall pick has bounced around the National Basketball Association before spending last season with the Lakers. He appeared in 78 games for Los Angeles, starting 49, averaging 8.9 points, 2.9 rebounds, […]
Joe Ingles Signing With The Timberwolves
ESPN Senior NBA Insider Adrian Wojnarowski has reported that veteran forward Joe Ingles has agreed to a one-year, $3.3 million deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 36-year-old sharpshooter will move on from the Orlando Magic and try to help the Timberwolves take another step forward next season after the team made it to the Western […]
Jonathan Isaac Signing $84 Million Extension With Magic
Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac has renegotiated his contract with the team, agreeing to a five-year extension. Per ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, Isaac will be paid $84 million for his services. Isaac was set to enter the final season of a four-year, $69.9 million deal. The 26-year-old has spent much of his NBA career in the […]
LeBron James Agrees To Two-Year Deal With Lakers
LeBron James will return to the Los Angeles Lakers on a two-year contract. According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, James will sign a maximum $104 million deal, which includes a player option for the 2025-26 campaign and a no-trade clause. Ahead of free agency, James opted out of the final year of his previous deal with […]