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.
Can Heat Trade Jimmy Butler While Staying Competitive? The Tough Choices Ahead
The Miami Heat’s situation with Jimmy Butler is one of the more intriguing storylines in the NBA right now.
With two years left on his...
NBA Cup Proves That Expansion Into Las Vegas Would Be Next Natural Step
Doc Rivers isn’t the only one who thinks Las Vegas is destined to be an NBA city. The Milwaukee Bucks coach is convinced that...
Hoops Wire Live: Cavs’ Path Will Get A Lot Tougher Soon
The Cavaliers have had a nice break and enter Monday's road game against the Nets with the NBA's best record (21-4). That's all well...
Nets’ Long-Term Vision Wins Out In Dennis Schroder Trade
When the Brooklyn Nets traded Dennis Schroder to the Golden State Warriors, it wasn’t just about the player on the court. It was about...
NBA Trade Rumors: Bulls Continue To Aggressively Shop Zach LaVine, Lonzo Ball, Nikola Vucevic
The Chicago Bulls are actively seeking trade opportunities for a number of key players, including Lonzo Ball, Nikola Vucevic, and Zach LaVine, as they...
NBA Trade Rumors: Nets, Warriors, Lakers, Kings, New Labor Rules
As we enter the heart of the NBA trade season, the Brooklyn Nets are not done making moves, per Marc Stein of The Stein...
Nets Projected To Have Loads Of Cap Space Following Dennis Schroder Trade
The Brooklyn Nets have made a bold move, trading veteran guard Dennis Schroder to the Golden State Warriors just as the NBA’s trade season...
Warriors’ Trade For Dennis Schroder Should Help Stabilize Uneven Backcourt Play
The Golden State Warriors made a savvy move in trading for veteran point guard Dennis Schroder from the Brooklyn Nets, and this could be...
Sixers’ Paul George Admits He’s Struggling, But Team Remains Optimistic
Paul George’s tenure with the Philadelphia 76ers has been anything but smooth sailing so far.
Despite the high expectations surrounding his arrival this offseason, the...
Lakers Offer Clarity On LeBron Injury; Offense Sputtering
The Los Angeles Lakers find themselves in a bit of a bind as they head into tonight’s home matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies, with...
Nets’ Trade Of Dennis Schroder To Warriors Could Signal Start Of Roster Teardown
The Brooklyn Nets are signaling a shift in direction, with the impending trade of Dennis Schroder to the Golden State Warriors potentially marking the...
Lakers Facing Tough Reality As LeBron James’ Impact Wanes In Year 22
If you look at the plus-minus numbers, it’s clear that LeBron James has, in a sense, handed over control of the Lakers to Anthony...
Timberwolves’ Players-Only Meeting And Group Chat Spark Key Turnaround
After a strong playoff run last season, the Timberwolves were expecting big things in 2024-25. However, a rocky start to the campaign, including a...
Pacers Acquiring Heat’s Thomas Bryant Fills Need, Makes Good Court Sense
The Pacers are making a move to address their thin center rotation, acquiring former Indiana University star Thomas Bryant from the Heat for a...
