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.
Knicks, Heat expected suitors of Giannis Antetokounmpo trade with Bucks
If Giannis Antetokounmpo truly becomes available, expect the Heat and Knicks to be at the front of the line.
Both teams are widely viewed around...
Bucks listening to offers for Giannis Antetokounmpo, who’s open to new team
The Bucks are no longer shutting the door on Giannis Antetokounmpo trade conversations.
And the Antetokounmpo is open to a new home ahead of the...
Three potential landing spots if LeBron James parts ways with Lakers
LeBron James returns to Cleveland tonight. That alone carries weight. Not just because of what he means to the franchise, but because it is...
Suns aim to continue season of surprise minus Devin Booker, Jalen Green
The Suns are grinding through a difficult stretch, and the absences of Devin Booker and Jalen Green have only magnified the challenge.
That said, Phoenix...
Former Cavs and Pacers forward Brad Branson dies at 67
Former Cavaliers and Pacers big man Brad Branson has passed away at age 67. No cause of death has been announced.
Branson, a 6-foot-10 forward...
With eyes on next season, Pacers should act now to find man in middle
The Pacers are staring at a lost season. The question is whether they let it stay lost.
Bobby Marks of ESPN drew a parallel to...
NBA Notes: Wizards, Trae Young, Hawks, Kristaps Porzingis, Celtics
Wizards
Washington is taking a patient but intentional approach with Trae Young.
Speaking to Mark Medina of EssentiallySports, Wizards GM Will Dawkins confirmed Young will remain...
NBA Rumors: Cavs, De’Andre Hunter, Lakers, draft pick, Rockets
Cavaliers
The Cavaliers continue to take calls, but a major shake-up does not appear to be on the table.
Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com reports that rival...
Report: Kings’ Zach LaVine would ‘love to move on from Sacramento’
It appears Zach LaVine would be OK with not being a King for a day. Or anytime after the February 5 trade deadline.
According to...
Kings GM Scott Perry admits that change needed and likely coming
Scott Perry is not calling it a rebuild. But he is not pretending this roster is finished either.
“We’ve got to get younger as a...
Clippers, Lawrence Frank agree to contract extension
The Clippers are doubling down on Lawrence Frank.
Los Angeles and its president of basketball operations have agreed to a multiyear contract extension, per Joe...
Cavs waive Chris Livingston, create two-way spot
The Cavaliers have waived two-way forward Chris Livingston, per Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.
Livingston signed his two-way deal with Cleveland in late October but never...
NBA Notes: Nuggets, Nikola Jokic, Wizards, Kings, DeMar DeRozan
Nuggets
Nikola Jokic is still on the mend, and the vibe in Denver is patience, not panic.
ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that Jokic will be reevaluated...
Cavs’ Evan Mobley expected out 1-3 weeks with calf injury
If it's Cavaliers news on an off day, it must mean someone is injured. And like the others, this one stings.
Evan Mobley suffered a...
