Sam Amico
Sam Amico has covered the NBA for 20 years, previously for SI.com, FOX Sports, CBS Sports, Amico Hoops and the Boston Herald.
NBA Insider: Extension Between Luka Doncic, Lakers Feels Inevitable
Luka Doncic isn’t going anywhere. At least, that’s how ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne sees it.
Speaking on ESPN LA Radio, Shelburne said she “would be shocked”...
Marcus Smart Officially Clears Waivers
Veteran guard Marcus Smart has officially cleared the NBA waiver wire after agreeing to a contract buyout with the Washington Wizards, per the RealGM...
Shake Milton Clears Waivers, Enters Free Agency
Veteran NBA guard Shake Milton officially cleared waivers Tuesday after being released by the Los Angeles Lakers, per the RealGM transactions log.
Milton is now...
Wizards Shed $8 Million In Salary Via Marcus Smart, Blake Wesley Buyouts
The Washington Wizards are trimming the fat. That's because buyout agreements with guards Marcus Smart and Blake Wesley have reduced Washington’s cap figure by...
Suns Quiet For Now, But Still Have Roster Spot To Fill
The Phoenix Suns are sitting tight. According to NBA reporter Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic, Phoenix is comfortable with where the roster stands,...
Lamar Stevens Taking Game To Paris
Veteran NBA forward Lamar Stevens is taking his game overseas, having signed with Paris Basketball, the team announced in a press release.
This marks the...
Rockets Adding Veteran Wing Josh Okogie
The Houston Rockets have reached an agreement with free agent guard/forward Josh Okogie, per NBA insider Shams Charania of ESPN. It’s a one-year deal...
NBA Expansion Still Feels Inevitable, Just Not Imminent
Don’t expect the NBA to go from 30 teams to 32 tomorrow. But don’t expect it to stay at 30 for much longer, either.
According...
Richard Jefferson Staying Put At ESPN, But Doris Burke’s Status Unclear
Richard Jefferson will be back on ESPN and ABC next season after reaching an agreement to do so. That’s per Andrew Marchand of The...
Damian Lillard Back In Portland, But What’s The Endgame For Blazers?
NBA star Damian Lillard says he came back to Portland for basketball reasons.
Not just family. Not just sentiment. Basketball.
“When we all sat down and...
Kenyon Martin: I Can Name 200 Players Better Than Draymond Green
Now, don't misunderstand. Former NBA forward Kenyon Martin suggested he respects Golden State Warriors frontcourt star Draymond Green.
You just wouldn't know it based on...
Blazers’ Chauncey Billups On Damian Lillard’s Return: ‘We Never Wanted To See Him Go’
Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups has a very specific role for the injured Damian Lillard for the 2025-26 NBA season.
“I told him that...
Clippers Announce Chris Paul Signs ‘As A Reserve Point Guard’
The Los Angeles Clippers have officially signed NBA legend Chris Paul, the team announced in a press release.
“He is joining us as a reserve...
Lakers Waive Two-Way Center Trey Jemison III, Open Roster Spot
The Lakers have waived two-way center Trey Jemison III, the team announced in a press release, with NBA reporter Khobi Price of the Orange...
