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 Notes: Spurs, Victor Wembanyama, Raptors, Jazz, veterans
For the Spurs, he biggest storyline in 2025-26 is simple. It all boils down to how Victor Wembanyama comes back from the deep vein...
West Notes: Thunder, continuity, Blazers, Scoot Henderson, Kings
The Thunder will return 99.2 percent of their playoff minutes from last season’s title run. No, seriously.
The only departure is Dillon Jones, who logged...
East Notes: Heat, Bam Adebayo, Knicks, Magic, Desmond Bane
Entering last year, Heat power forward Bam Adebayo looked ready to add a new wrinkle to his game with an actual three-point shot. He...
Malik Beasley could still face charges in federal gambling probe
While it appears free agent shooting guard Malik Beasley has been cleared as a "target" in a federal gambling probe, he remains under investigation.
Per...
East Notes: Cavaliers, Donovan Mitchell, Pacers, Bennedict Mathurin, Wizards
The Cavaliers and their fans have truly loved what the team has done in the Donovan Mitchell era. Well, at least when it comes...
West Notes: Lakers, Luka Doncic, Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards, Pelicans
Could the Lakers possibly be underusing their LeBron James and Luka Doncic dynamic duo?
Well, according to ESPN’s Zach Kram, LA may have indeed stumbled...
West Notes: Nuggets, Nikola Jokic, Rockets, Kevin Durant, Clippers
In the event you thought Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic has nothing left to accomplish ... well, you may not be totally right.
Per ESPN’s Zach...
East Notes: Hawks, Jalen Johnson, Hornets, LaMelo Ball, Bulls
The Hawks may be pinning their hopes on a healthy Jalen Johnson.
More specifically, Atlanta’s ceiling this season could hinge on Johnson’s growth, as written...
Cavs among teams viewed as most likely to make move before trade deadline
For now, the Cavaliers appear to be set. Training camp is a little more than a month away, and while Cleveland still has to...
Bucks picked as team most likely to take a tumble
On the bright side for the Bucks, it doesn't appear that superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo is going anywhere. But that may be the only good...
NBA Rumors: Kings, Malik Monk, Hawks, Trae Young, Georges Niang
The Kings have tested the waters on Malik Monk trades this summer, but for now he’s still in Sacramento. According to Marc Stein of...
Pacers shuffle coaching staff, add Johnny Carpenter and elevate Jim Boylen
The Pacers are making changes on Rick Carlisle’s bench. The team announced Monday that Johnny Carpenter has joined the staff as an assistant, while...
Patrick Beverley says Warriors might have won more titles with Paul George over Klay Thompson
Klay Thompson is forever tied to the Warriors’ dynasty. Four rings, five straight All-Star appearances, and the other half of the most devastating shooting...
Mavericks expected to lock in PJ Washington despite crowded frontcourt
The Mavericks have more big men than they know what to do with. Cooper Flagg went No. 1 overall. Anthony Davis is the returning...
