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.
Jazz Take Big Step Forward Simply By Securing League’s Worst Record
The Utah Jazz may not have stacked wins this season, but they accomplished what they set out to do: position themselves for a top...
Raptors Non-Playoff Team Most Ready To Make A Leap?
The Toronto Raptors had little to celebrate from a team standpoint during the 2024-25 season. But for a franchise in transition, several key players...
Nets Plan To Remain Strategic As They Weigh Star Pursuit In Offseason
The Brooklyn Nets could pursue a star-caliber player this NBA offseason, but only if the right opportunity presents itself, general manager Sean Marks said...
Player Relations, Communication Issues All Part Of Suns’ Collapse
Communication breakdowns and strained relationships with key players were among the primary factors that led to the dismissal of head coach Mike Budenholzer after...
Florida’s Alex Condon Entering Draft, Maintaining College Eligibility
Florida forward Alex Condon has declared for the NBA draft while maintaining his college eligibility, leaving the door open for a return to the...
Kings GM Monte McNair, Coach Doug Christie Face Uncertain Futures Ahead of Play-In Game
Sacramento Kings general manager Monte McNair is entering a pivotal stretch as the team prepares for the NBA play-in tournament, with his future in...
Cavs’ Darius Garland On Playoff Rival: Celtics Probably View Us As Their Little Brother
It's almost time for the Cavaliers' second act, and while they have the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference, they know the NBA...
Once Again, Offseason To Center On Kevin Durant Trade Chatter
Kevin Durant's future with the Phoenix Suns remains uncertain, though his value around the NBA is anything but, writes Brian Windhorst of ESPN.
The Suns...
Kevin Durant Likely To Be Traded; Count Cavs Among Teams With No Interest
We've heard all the chatter, and according to ESPN's Shams Charania, it's true. The Phoenix Suns indeed will be looking to trade NBA superstar...
NBA Insider Makes Strong Case For Cavs In Playoffs
After a banner regular season, the Cavaliers have begun a week of preparing for the real thing. The NBA playoffs begin Sunday at Rocket...
Pelicans Finalizing Deal To Make Joe Dumars Head Of Basketball Operations
The New Orleans Pelicans are finalizing a deal to hire Joe Dumars as the franchise’s new president of basketball operations, according to ESPN’s Shams...
Michael Jordan’s 63 Opened Celtics’ Eyes in 1986 Playoffs, but Kevin McHale Knew Boston Would Win Series
Michael Jordan redefined playoff basketball on April 20, 1986, erupting for an NBA-record 63 points in Game 2 of the Chicago Bulls’ first-round series...
Celtics Legend Larry Bird ‘Was That Dude,’ Former Teammate Cedric Maxwell Says
Boston Celtics forward Cedric Maxwell was anxiously awaiting the arrival of rookie Larry Bird in 1979. And not because Maxwell thought Bird could change...
NBA Notes: Lakers, Luka Doncic, Wizards, Magic, Jamahl Mosley
Lakers
As the Lakers prepare for their opening-round matchup against the Timberwolves, coach JJ Redick said he’ll be leaning on a unique source of insight:...
