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.
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...
Pacers Notes: Enrique Freeman, Taelon Peter, Johnny Furphy, RayJ Dennis
The Indiana Pacers have already floated a two-way qualifying offer to forward Enrique Freeman, but that doesn't necessarily mean he's a definite for the...
Rumor: Kings Still Eyeing Russell Westbrook Despite Schroder Acquistion
The Sacramento Kings may not be done reshaping their backcourt. Despite recently acquiring Dennis Schroder from the Detroit Pistons in a sign-and-trade, the Kings...
Magic Sign Big Man Orlando Robinson to Two-Way Deal
The Orlando Magic have signed NBA free agent center Orlando Robinson to a two-way contract, the team announced in a press release.
Robinson, 25, went...
Doug McDermott Re-Signs With Kings on One-Year Deal
Veteran NBA forward Doug McDermott is returning to the Sacramento Kings for another run.
McDermott has agreed to a one-year deal worth $3.6 million, agents...
Lakers Signing Christian Koloko, Chris Manon To Two-Way Contracts
The Los Angeles Lakers are beginning to round out their roster with NBA developmental pieces.
According to Shams Charania of ESPN, Los Angeles has filled...
Rumor: Jonathan Kuminga Doesn’t Want To Return To Warriors, Seeks Bigger Role And Payday
Jonathan Kuminga may have played his last NBA game in a Golden State Warriors uniform if a recent report is to be believed.
According to...
Erik Spoelstra Sorting Through Heat’s Backcourt, Frontcourt Options
The Miami Heat haven’t made the loudest headlines this summer, but the subtle moves they have made could give coach Erik Spoelstra plenty to...
Ben Simmons Drawing Interest From Four Teams, Including Celtics And Suns
Ben Simmons may not be the star he once was, but he is still generating interest as a free agent.
According to Marc Stein of...
Jonas Valanciunas Puts Rumors To Rest, Commits To Nuggets
Jonas Valanciunas has heard the noise. Now, he’s making his position clear.
After weeks of speculation about a possible jump to Europe, the veteran center...
