Future Of Danny Green In Memphis Uncertain
Memphis Grizzlies guard Danny Green (knee) remains focused on getting back on the court sooner rather than later. He was dealt to Memphis during the 2022 NBA Draft in exchange for De'Anthony Melton. Yet, the front office hasn't revealed whether Green will remain on the roster moving ahead, with general manager Zach Kleiman unable to […]
Spurs, Hawks Discussing Trade For Dejounte Murray
San Antonio Spurs guard Dejounte Murray continues to be a topic of trade rumors, with Atlanta remaining in the running to acquire him. It was recently reported that San Antonio would need at least three first-round picks in return, something the Hawks may be willing to offer without hesitation. Murray has emerged as an MVP-caliber […]
Josh Okogie Expected To Leave Minnesota
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Josh Okogie is not expected to return with the team next season. The Wolves are unlikely to extend a qualifying offer to Okogie. He averaged 2.7 points, 1.4 rebounds, and 0.5 assists through 49 games last season. That being said, it's not surprising that the Wolves are expected to look elsewhere for […]
Pistons Expected To Keep Hamidou Diallo
Detroit Pistons guard Hamidou Diallo is likely to remain with the team for at least one more season. Diallo was traded to Detroit mid-way through the 2020 campaign. He has played fairly well and is expected to be part of the young core in Detroit. The team option is worth $5.2 million, so very affordable […]
Luke Kennard Not On The Block
Los Angeles Clippers guard Luke Kennard has been rumored to be on the trade block. However, multiple sources, including president of basketball operations Lawrence Frank, have dispelled those rumblings. The 26-year-old averaged 11.9 points in 2021-22 while finishing as the league's most accurate three-point shooter. Still, even if L.A. has a change of heart and […]
Spurs Looking For Plenty In Return For Dejounte Murray
San Antonio Spurs guard Dejounte Murray has been a topic of discussion as of late. Recent rumblings have hinted at him being sent to Atlanta. However, it's clear the Spurs are looking to get a lot back for him from any team looking to acquire his services, with three first-round picks serving as the starting […]
Knicks Looking To Move Alec Burks
New York Knicks guard Alec Burks (foot) is expected to be moved. With the franchise looking to clear cap space in an attempt to land Jalen Brunson, dealing Burks and his $10 million expiring contract could be on the horizon. The 30-year-old averaged 11.7 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 3.0 assists while shooting 40.4% from deep […]
Cavs Hoping To Bring Back Ricky Rubio
Unrestricted free-agent guard Ricky Rubio (knee) continues to rehab after tearing his left ACL in December. However, that doesn't seem to be stopping the Cavaliers from looking to add him back to the roster, assuming the price is right. The 31-year-old played 38 games for Cleveland last season, averaging a respectable 13.1 points, 6.6 assists, […]
Bradley Beal Expected To Re-Sign With Wizards
Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal is anticipated to decline his player option. However, according to ESPN NBA Insider Adrian Wojnarowski, he is expected to sign a five-year deal that would pay the superstar a total of $248 million. Without a doubt, the veteran has been a fantastic fantasy producer over the years, averaging 22.1 points, […]
Steve Clifford Returning To Charlotte
The Hornets have hired Steve Clifford to serve as its head coach. This will be Clifford's second stint at the helm for Charlotte, holding the position for five seasons and leading the team to two playoff appearances before his departure in 2018. The 60-year-old is known for his defensive prowess. His experience guiding young up-and-coming […]
Bennedict Mathurin Selected Sixth Overall By Pacers
The Indiana Pacers drafted guard/forward Bennedict Mathurin out of the University of Arizona with the sixth overall pick in the 2022 NBA draft. Mathurin was considered an intriguing prospect after his freshman year at Arizona in 2020-21, but he opted to return to college for a second year. In his sophomore season, he showed a […]
Mavericks Trade Into Second Round To Draft Jaden Hardy
The Dallas Mavericks entered the 2022 NBA draft without a single selection. However, they wound up trading into the second round, sending the Sacramento Kings a pair of future second rounders for the 37th overall pick in the draft. The team used the pick to draft guard Jaden Hardy of the NBA G-League Ignite. About […]
Patrick Baldwin Jr. Lands With Warriors At No. 28
The defending NBA-champion Golden State Warriors used their first-round pick (29th overall) to select guard/forward Patrick Baldwin Jr. out of U of Wisconsin–Milwaukee. Baldwin was a five-star recruit out of the high school class of 2021, ranked fifth overall in the class by ESPN. He wound up disappointing overall in his lone collegiate season at […]
MarJon Beauchamp Drafted 24th Overall By Bucks
The Milwaukee Bucks selected guard MarJon Beauchamp with the 24th overall pick in the 2022 NBA draft. Beauchamp spent the 2021-22 season with the NBA G-League Ignite. He averaged 15.1 points, 7.3 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.6 steals per game while shooting 57.1% from the field. The 21-year-old stands 6'6" with a 7-foot wingspan, making […]
Malaki Branham Drafted 20th Overall By Spurs
The San Antonio Spurs drafted guard Malaki Branham with the 20th overall pick in the 2022 NBA draft. Branham is a 6'5" guard who spent one season at Ohio State University before declaring for the NBA. He got off to a slow start to his freshman year last season, but really came around in the […]
Spurs Select Blake Wesley 25th Overall
The San Antonio Spurs selected guard Blake Wesley out of Notre Dame with their third and final first-round pick of the 2022 NBA draft, the 25th overall pick. Wesley is an athletic 6-foot-5 guard who is especially intriguing on the defensive end thanks to his 6-foot-9 wingspan. He has semblances of promise on the offensive […]
David Roddy Selected 23rd Overall, Headed To Memphis
Colorado State guard David Roddy was selected with the 23rd overall pick in the 2022 NBA draft. The pick was made by the Philadelphia 76ers, but Roddy was traded to the Memphis Grizzlies after the selection in a package deal that sent De'Anthony Melton to Philadelphia. Roddy was a stat sheet stuffer in his junior […]
Christian Braun Goes To Nuggets At No. 21
The Denver Nuggets selected guard Christian Braun with the 21st overall pick in the 2022 NBA draft. Braun helped the University of Kansas win an NCAA title as a junior last year. He averaged 14.1 points, 6.5 rebounds and 2.8 assists per game across the season. The 21-year-old stands 6'6" and offers some versatility on […]
De'Anthony Melton Dealt To Philly
The 76ers traded the No. 23 pick of the 2022 NBA Draft to Memphis in exchange for guard De'Anthony Melton. The 24-year-old is coming off the best season of his career, finishing 2021-22 by averaging 10.8 points, 2.7 assists, and 1.4 steals. He also shot 37.4% from behind the arc and will add some much-needed […]
Oklahoma Takes Jalen Williams With 12th Pick
The Thunder selected guard Jalen Williams out of Santa Clara with the No. 12 overall selection of the 2022 NBA Draft. Williams averaged 12.6 points, 3.7 rebounds, 2.9 assists, and 1.2 blocks in three seasons with the Broncos. He also shot 35.2% from deep, including sinking 39.6% of his attempts during the 2021-22 season. He […]
Johnny Davis To Washington At No. 10
Washington selected guard Johnny Davis with the No. 10 pick of the 2022 NBA Draft. Davis finished the 2021-22 campaign by averaging 19.7 points, 8.2 boards, and 1.2 steals throughout 31 games for Wisconsin. Yet, he struggled from deep, sinking only 30.6% of his shots. He also isn't the most consistent defender, something he will […]
Pelicans Select Dyson Daniels Eighth Overall
The New Orleans Pelicans selected Australian guard Dyson Daniels eighth overall in the 2022 NBA draft. Daniels is known for his defensive prowess and he also has some promising tools on the offensive end. He stands 6'6" with a wingspan just short of 6'11" and he has quick feet, allowing him to guard 1-through-4. He […]
Shaedon Sharpe Goes To The Blazers At No. 7
The Portland Trail Blazers selected guard/forward Shaedon Sharpe seventh overall in the 2022 NBA draft. The 19-year-old is one of the biggest mysteries in the 2022 draft class. He was ranked as the No. 1 overall player in the high school graduating class of 2022, but he skipped his senior year of high school to […]
Pistons Draft Jaden Ivey With The Fifth Overall Pick
The Detroit Pistons selected guard Jaden Ivey out of Purdue University with the fifth overall pick in the 2022 NBA draft. Ivey is an explosive, 6'4" guard who had a breakout year as a sophomore in 2021-22. He averaged 17.3 points, 4.9 rebounds and 3.1 assists per game last year while shooting 46% from the […]
Golden State Eyes Roster Continuity For 2022-23
In the wake of winning their fourth NBA championship in the past eight seasons, the Golden State Warriors are seeking more. General manager Bob Myers made it clear that he wants to bring the same club back for the 2022-23 season, although that will be complicated by free agency. The trio of Gary Payton II, […]
Lakers Acquire No. 35 Overall Pick In 2022 NBA Draft
The Los Angeles Lakers have acquired the 35th overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft from the Magic in exchange for a future second-round choice and cash, per Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. Orlando will hang onto the Nos. 1 and 32 selections, while acquiring No. 35 gives L.A. a Draft choice Thursday. The Lakers will […]
Years, Not Salary, The Latest Hurdle For Kyrie Irving
Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving has a shot at remaining with the team. While the multi-time All-Star and the front office are reportedly in agreement on money, it's rumored both sides can't come to terms on the length of a deal. Irving, who has until June 29 to exercise his $36.9 player option, is a […]
Trade Discussions For D'Angelo Russell To Intensify
Minnesota Timberwolves guard D'Angelo Russell has been rumored to be on the move ever since Tim Connelly agreed to become the president of basketball operations. However, while serious trade discussion haven't occurred, talks are expected to intensify ahead of Thursday's NBA Draft. The 26-year-old averaged 18.1 points in 2021-22, his lowest since his first season […]
James Harden Likely To Opt In
Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden is anticipated to exercise his $47.37 million player option for the 2022-23 season. However, according to ESPN NBA Insider Adrian Wojnarowski, there's also an expectation the former MVP will then agree to a short-term contract for "as many as two more years." After a subpar tenure in Brooklyn, the 32-year-old […]
Mike D'Antoni Expected To Meet With Michael Jordan
Mike D'Antoni is expected to meet with Hornets owner Michael Jordan to discuss the head coaching vacancy. The 71-year-old, who last served as an advisor for the Pelicans in 2021, was a finalist for the position before Warriors assistant Kenny Atkinson verbally agreed to the job. However, after Atkinson withdrew his name from consideration, it […]