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Sam Amico

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Sam Amico has covered the NBA for 20 years, previously for SI.com, FOX Sports, CBS Sports, Amico Hoops and the Boston Herald.
NBA rumors, Denver Nuggets, Nikola Jokic, Michael Porter Jr

Nuggets Have Options In Quest To Add More Depth

If there's one thing we learned about the Denver Nuggets this past season, it's that Nikola Jokic remains otherworldly. If there's another thing we...
NBA guard Trae Young of the Atlanta Hawks

Talkin’ Hawks: Front Office, Trae Young, Free Agency, Young Core

What to make of the Atlanta Hawks' front office additions? How about the future of Traue Young with the franchise? And what to make...
Sean Marks, Nets, NBA

Nets Loaded With Picks, Cap Space. Now What?

Without a doubt, the Brooklyn Nets are a team to watch this offseason. After all, they're one of the handful of teams with the...
Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum (0) and Jaylen Brown (7)

Celtics at a Crossroads: Jayson Tatum Injury, Salary Cap Woes Create Uncertain Future

One year ago, the Boston Celtics were NBA champions. By the time next season rolls around, they may have a very different look than...
Darius Garland, Cavaliers, Cavs, NBA, Hawks

Cavs’ Darius Garland Undergoes Toe Surgery, Out 4-5 Months

Cavaliers guard Darius Garland underwent surgery on his injured big toe and will be sidelined for about four to five months, according to Shams...
Darius Garland, Cavaliers, Cavs, NBA rumors, Magic

Cavs Reportedly Have Little Interest In Trading Darius Garland To Magic

By now, you've heard the chatter. It links Cavaliers All-Star point guard Darius Garland to the Orlando Magic. In return, it links Magic guard Jalen...
Tyrese Haliburton, Pacers, NBA Finals

Tyrese Haliburton Comes Up Mostly Quiet In Game 2, And The Pacers Feel It

There was no last-second magic this time. No deep three at the horn. No Tyrese Haliburton saving the day. Instead, the Thunder handled their business,...
Pacers, Thunder, NBA Finals

What We Learned From Game 2 of the NBA Finals: Thunder Find Their Groove, Pacers Face Reality

Game 2 of the 2025 NBA Finals was the Thunder’s turn to deliver a message, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander made sure it was heard loud...
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder, Pacers, NBA Finals

Thunder Respond, Thunder Roar: Game 2 Blowout Evens NBA Finals vs. Pacers

So this is who the Oklahoma City Thunder are, and who they’ve been all year. Lose a close one, then come back with the type...
Darius Garland, Cavaliers, Cavs, 76ers, Sixers, NBA rumors

What the Darius Garland Trade Chatter Really Means for the Cavaliers

So now the Cavaliers are “open-minded” about trading Darius Garland. That’s the word from ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, who appeared on Cleveland’s ESPN 850 and painted...
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bucks, NBA rumors

Could the Rockets Really Trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo?

If Giannis Antetokounmpo were to ever ask out of Milwaukee, would the Houston Rockets have the assets to get him? According to Bleacher Report’s Andy...
Michael Porter Jr, Nuggets, NBA

Nuggets Likely To Retain Michael Porter Jr. Amid Trade Rumors, GM Decision Looms

While the Denver Nuggets may field trade interest in forward Michael Porter Jr. this summer, all signs point to the 26-year-old remaining with the...
Don Nelson, NBA

Don Nelson Named 2025 Recipient Of Chuck Daly Lifetime Achievement Award

Don Nelson, one of the most influential and unconventional minds in NBA coaching history, has been selected as the recipient of the 2025 Chuck...
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder, Pacers, NBA Finals

NBA Finals: Pacers Aiming For Repeat Formula In Game 2 vs. Thunder

Much has been made of the Oklahoma City Thunder’s defensive depth and youth, but the Indiana Pacers proved they can match -- and maybe...

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