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 Summer League schedule released: What to know
The NBA has unveiled its 2026 Summer League schedule, and the league isn't wasting any time putting its newest stars on center stage.
The biggest...
Report again points to multiyear Cavs deal for James Harden
The expectation around the NBA hasn't changed when it comes to James Harden and the Cavaliers.
Jake Fischer of The Stein Line reported Friday that...
NBA Notes: Timberwolves, LaMelo Ball, Warriors, Jimmy Butler, Hawks
Timberwolves
Not everyone loved the Timberwolves trade for LaMelo Ball, but the T-Wolves certainly did.
According to Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic, members of the organization...
Clippers operating as though they’ll create cap space
The Clippers appear to be positioning themselves to create salary cap space this offseason.
According to Zach Lowe of The Ringer, the organization has been...
Celtics reportedly seeking four first-round picks for Jaylen Brown
The Celtics aren't lowering the bar when it comes to Jaylen Brown.
According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Boston has informed interested teams it is seeking...
Pistons, Celtics discuss Jaylen Brown trade
The Pistons and Celtics have discussed the framework of a deal that would send Jaylen Brown to Detroit, with center Jalen Duren serving as...
LaMelo Ball excited to join Anthony Edwards, Timberwolves
LaMelo Ball apparently didn’t see this one coming.
According to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, the former Hornets star entered the offseason expecting to remain in Charlotte...
Latest on LeBron James
Everybody seems to be waiting on LeBron James. That includes the Lakers.
According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Los Angeles still hasn't made a contract offer...
Celtics seem to be moving closer to Jaylen Brown trade
The Celtics aren't saying Jaylen Brown is available. They're also not doing much to quiet the speculation.
With Boston continuing to explore the trade market...
NBA Notes: Bucks, Kevin Porter Jr, Heat, free agency, Wizards
Bucks
Kevin Porter Jr. isn't headed anywhere. We don't think.
According to HoopsHype's Michael Scotto, Porter has exercised his $5.4 million player option and will return...
NBA Notes: Suns, Mark Williams, Hawks, Buddy Hield, Pelicans
Suns
The Suns are keeping one of their young big men around.
According to ESPN's Shams Charania, restricted free agent center Mark Williams has agreed to...
Cavs’ Dan Gilbert doesn’t exactly shut down LeBron James question
Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert wasn't trying to make news. Somehow, he may have done just that.
Appearing on Nayeema Raza's podcast, Gilbert smiled when the...
Dan Gilbert nearing sale of minority stake in Cavs
Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert is reportedly nearing a deal to sell a minority stake in the franchise.
As relayed by Sportico's Kurt Badenhausen, Gilbert is...
NBA Rumors: Celtics, Jaylen Brown, Grizzlies, Ja Morant, Pistons
Celtics
The Timberwolves apparently explored more than one blockbuster trade this week.
Before acquiring LaMelo Ball from the Hornets, Minnesota also discussed a possible deal for...
