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.
Does Klay Thompson really move the needle for the Heat?
Klay Thompson should help the Heat. But does he actually change what they are?
That's the more interesting question after Thompson reached a buyout agreement...
Dalano Banton drawing interest from several overseas teams
Dalano Banton's next stop could be overseas.
The free agent guard is drawing interest from several EuroLeague teams after being waived by the Celtics last...
Cavs could consider Kevin Love in search for big man
Could Kevin Love be headed back to the Cavaliers? Apparently, it's at least something to watch.
The Cavs are searching for another big man to...
NBA Rumors: Lakers, Jonathan Kuminga, Heat, Nick Richards, Nuggets
Lakers
The Timberwolves are a team to watch for Jonathan Kuminga, according to ESPN's Brian Windhorst, while the Lakers also remain in the picture.
Windhorst said...
Nuggets could have kept Peyton Watson for much less a year ago
The Nuggets ultimately decided Peyton Watson wasn’t worth $22 million a year.
The painful part? They apparently could have had him for considerably less a...
Pistons, Jalen Duren contract talks have gotten ‘awfully nasty’
Things may be getting uncomfortable between Jalen Duren and the Pistons.
Actually, according to ESPN’s Tim MacMahon, they already have.
Duren remains a restricted free agent...
Cavs Notes: James Harden, Peyton Watson, Max Strus
James Harden apparently did more than wait around while the Cavaliers figured out their summer.
He helped recruit Peyton Watson to Cleveland.
According to ESPN's Brian...
Cavs haven’t decided Cam Whitmore’s fate, could explore trade first
The Cavaliers may ultimately waive Cam Whitmore. They just aren't there yet.
Despite speculation that the Cavs will move on from Whitmore after acquiring him...
DeMar DeRozan to sign with Nuggets on one-year deal
The Nuggets lost Peyton Watson this week. They didn't wait long to add another pretty recognizable name to the roster.
Veteran forward DeMar DeRozan plans...
Klay Thompson expected to join Heat after Mavericks buyout
Klay Thompson wanted another chance to chase a championship. It appears he’ll get one in Miami.
The Mavericks have reached a buyout agreement with Thompson,...
NBA Notes: Clippers, Darius Garland, Blazers, Jazz, Ace Bailey
Clippers
Clippers point guard Darius Garland says he's finally healthy again after a toe injury wrecked much of last season.
Garland told Cyro Asseo of HoopsHype...
Court puts extra year of college eligibility on hold, creating uncertainty for NBA hopefuls
College athletes who thought they had been handed another year of eligibility have just received a fairly significant legal reminder:
Not so fast.
The U.S. Court...
Timberwolves changing controlling owners again in $4.5 billion deal
The Timberwolves are undergoing another ownership change, barely a year after Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez finally gained control of the franchise.
Marc Stad is...
2027 NBA Mock Draft
Here’s an early look at the 2027 NBA Draft class. With the 2026-27 season still months away, this board remains fluid, but it offers...
