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.
NBA execs remain skeptical of LeBron James, Sixers: ‘He’s not gonna move the needle much’
The LeBron James era in Philadelphia has generated plenty of excitement. It has also generated plenty of skepticism around the NBA.
Speaking to Hoops Wire,...
NBA Notes: Warriors, Draymond Green, Nuggets, Lonnie Walker IV, Clippers
Warriors
Draymond Green had the opportunity to insist on a no-trade clause. He simply didn't think it was worth it.
Speaking on his podcast, the longtime...
Heat’s hopes of adding Zach LaVine may hinge on one big question
The Heat would still like to add another proven scorer around Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo.
Whether Zach LaVine becomes that player is another matter.
According...
NBA Moves: Suns, Dillon Brooks, Sixers, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Rockets
Suns
The Suns are keeping one of last season's biggest surprises around for the long haul.
According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Phoenix has agreed to a...
NBA Notes: Blazers, Ja Morant, Suns, Miles Bridges, Heat
Trail Blazers
The Trail Blazers knew they were taking a chance when they acquired Ja Morant. The bigger question is whether the gamble pays off.
As...
NBA Notes: Sixers, Jaylen Brown, Clippers, Jalen Pickett, Cole Anthony
Sixers
Sixers newcomer Jaylen Brown isn't shying away from the spotlight that comes with joining LeBron James in Philadelphia.
Speaking during a Twitch stream, Brown said...
NBA sets 2027 trade deadline. Here’s why the next few days matter.
The NBA has officially set the trade deadline for the 2026-27 season.
According to the league's list of key dates, teams will have until 3...
NBA Notes: Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Pelicans, Jordan Poole, Kings
Thunder
The Western Conference changed considerably this summer. The Thunder? Not so much.
Oklahoma City mostly relied on the draft while watching teams such as the...
Luka Doncic reportedly favors PJ Washington reunion with Lakers
The Lakers have been linked to P.J. Washington for much of the offseason.
Apparently, Luka Doncic would welcome the reunion.
Sean Deveney of Heavy Sports reported...
NBA Notes: Celtics, depth, Nets, Mikel Brown Jr, Sixers, roster
Celtics
The Celtics no longer look much like the team that won the 2024 championship. That doesn’t necessarily mean they lack depth.
Jay King of The...
NBA players open their own offseason training facility in Los Angeles
NBA players have gathered in Los Angeles for offseason workouts and pickup runs for years. Now they have a place designed specifically for them.
The...
NBA Notes: Cavs, Jonathan Kuminga, Peyton Watson, Hornets, Derrick Williams
Cavaliers
The Cavaliers’ offseason appears to be stuck in waiting mode.
John Hobbs of Cavaliers On SI wrote that Cleveland’s pursuit of restricted free agents Jonathan...
NBA Notes: Nuggets, Peyton Watson, Lakers, Luka Doncic, Raptors
Nuggets
Peyton Watson remains unsigned, and the reason appears pretty simple. The Nuggets have made offers in the range of $16 million to $18 million per...
Blue Jackets eliminate radio crew; could NBA teams be next?
The NHL's Columbus Blue Jackets are eliminating their standalone radio broadcast. Could some NBA teams eventually do the same?
The answer is yes. And perhaps...
