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 Rumors: Warriors, Jonathan Kuminga, Suns, Bradley Beal, Nuggets
Warriors
The Warriors haven't made any splashy moves this offseason, nor have they even come to terms with restricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga.
Either possibility may...
Only Two Reported NBA Trades Still Unofficial, And Both Involve The Nuggets
Just two NBA trades reported this offseason have yet to be announced, though they're likely right around the corner.
The biggie, of course, is the...
Bucks Officially Waive Damian Lillard, Vasilije Micic Amid Roster Reshuffle
The Milwaukee Bucks have officially waived veteran point guards Damian Lillard and Vasilije Micic, according to the NBA’s transaction log, clearing the way to...
Jeff Weltman: Thrilled To Keep Paolo Banchero In Magic Uniform For Years To Come
The Orlando Magic have officially signed star forward Paolo Banchero to a five-year maximum rookie scale contract extension that could be worth up to...
Knicks Announce Mike Brown As Coach, Cite ‘Championship Pedigree’
The New York Knicks have officially named Mike Brown as their next coach.
Brown, 55, has previously served as head coach of the Cleveland Cavaliers...
Russell Westbrook, Chris Paul, Malcolm Brogdon Could Go Unsigned Into Next Season
NBA free agency is still alive, though a few older guards may be on basketball life support.
Per Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, unrestricted...
Pacers Intend To Bring Back Former No. 2 Pick James Wiseman
Myles Turner is gone. James Wiseman may be the next man up for the Indiana Pacers.
Per Tony East of SI.com, head of basketball operations...
Pacers Confirm Tyrese Haliburton To Miss All Of 2025-26 Season
The Indiana Pacers reached the NBA Finals and lost in seven games. But it feels a lot worse than that.
As relayed by SI.com's Tony...
Jazz Expected To Buy Out Kevin Love Following Trade
It's been a great run for Kevin Love, but he's not likely to ever suit up for the Utah Jazz.
This despite the trade that...
Warriors Among Those With Interest in Damian Lillard
The Golden State Warriors among the teams showing interest in free agent guard Damian Lillard, per Sam Gordon of the San Francisco Chronicle.
Lillard was...
Kings Showing Most Interest in Warriors’ Jonathan Kuminga
The Sacramento Kings are the “strongest pursuer” of Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga, though it’s a case of nothing doing so far, per...
NBA Notes: Lakers, Deandre Ayton, Bucks, Ryan Rollins, Wizards
Lakers
The Lakers officially announced the signing of center Deandre Ayton, formerly of the Trail Blazers and Suns.
“Acquiring a starting-caliber center was the top priority...
Which Teams Are Legit Title Threats In 2026? Early Look At Contenders And Pretenders
There are still moves to be made, with an entire offseason still to go. But already, we can see what's taking shape. And it's...
Seven-Team Trade Sending Kevin Durant To Rockets Now Official
Kevin Durant is officially headed to Houston. And he’s not going alone.
The Rockets have finalized a record-setting seven-team trade that not only lands them...
