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.
Cavs’ Kenny Atkinson: This time of year less about strategy, more about conserving energy
CLEVELAND -- Without a doubt, the Cavaliers' recent trip out West fits into the category of "brutal."
Five games. Ten days. Four opponents fighting for...
Jay Bilas insists that, no, transfer portal isn’t negatively impacting March Madness
The lack of upsets during the first weekend of the 2025 NCAA Tournament has been a significant talking point, with some expressing disappointment over...
NBA Notes: Sixers, lottery positioning, Tyrese Maxey, Celtics, Knicks, injury woes
76ers
The 76ers are fighting to retain a top-six selection in the upcoming NBA Draft to avoid sending their first-round pick to the Thunder. That...
Cavs’ Evan Mobley out, Ty Jerome questionable vs. Spurs
The Cavaliers are continuing their fairly wise trend of resting players during regular-season games as they head toward the playoffs.
This time, it will again...
LeBron James after tip-in saves Lakers vs. Pacers: I can always do other things to help us win
LeBron James proved why he remains one of the NBA's most clutch performers, saving the day for the Lakers in a 120-119 road win...
UConn coach Dan Hurley apologizes for tunnel outburst
UConn men's basketball coach Dan Hurley expressed regret over his profane remarks about officiating following the Huskies' NCAA tournament loss to Florida on Sunday,...
Bulls’ Lonzo Ball aiming to return before end of season
Bulls point guard Lonzo Ball, sidelined since Feb. 28 with a sprained right wrist, remains out but is aiming for a return before the...
Cavs’ Evan Mobley receives strong support from teammates for Defensive Player of Year
Warriors forward Draymond Green’s recent push for Defensive Player of the Year (DPOY) has moved him into the frontrunner spot for the honor, overtaking...
NBA Notes: Cavs, Donovan Mitchell, Celtics, Jayson Tatum, Rockets
Cavaliers
The Cavaliers set the franchise mark for road wins with Tuesday's victory at Portland, which took place without Donovan Mitchell. In fact, they've won...
LeBron James remains up in air on retirement: ‘I will be able to tell’
LeBron James hit the big 4-0 in December but that doesn't mean the Lakers star is ready for the NBA rocking chair. Far from...
Jazz coach Will Hardy blasts team after ugly loss: ‘It looked like a pickup game at Lifetime Fitness’
The Jazz hosted the Grizzlies on Tuesday, entering halftime with a one-point lead, but were outscored 76-38 in the second half, ultimately falling 140-103....
Raptors sign Cole Swider to 10-day contract
The Toronto Raptors have filled the open spot on their 15-man roster by signing forward Cole Swider to a 10-day contract, the team announced...
Dribbles: Cavs get defensive, stymie Blazers, set franchise mark for road wins
Random dribbles following the Cavaliers' 122-111 road win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday. ...
1. There wasn't really a time when you thought...
Jimmy Butler booed heartily in Miami return; Warriors rocked by Heat
Jimmy Butler returned to Miami and left without a win. Or even a close game.
Instead, Butler and the Warriors were routed by his former...
