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Sam Amico has covered the NBA for 20 years, previously for SI.com, FOX Sports, CBS Sports, Amico Hoops and the Boston Herald.
Billy Donovan, Bulls, NBA

Bulls Not Planning Changes To Front Office; Coach Billy Donovan Safe

The Chicago Bulls have no plans to replace executive vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas as the team's lead front office executive, a...
De'Andre Hunter, Cavaliers, Cavs, Raptors, Pistons, NBA

NBA Notes: Pistons, JB Bickerstaff, Cavs, De’Andre Hunter, Pacers

PISTONS The Pistons head into the All-Star break with a 29-26 record, marking their first winning record at this point of the season since 2009. They...
Justin Zanik, Jazz, NBA

GM Justin Zanik Explains Jazz’s Role In Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis Trade

Appearing on the local broadcast of Wednesday’s game against the Lakers, Jazz general manager Justin Zanik discussed the circumstances surrounding the NBA trade that...
Isaiah Wong, Hornets, NBA

Hornets Waive Two-Way Man Isaiah Wong

The Charlotte Hornets waived two-way player Isaiah Wong, sending him back into NBA free agency, the team announced Thursday. Wong, 23, appeared in 20 games...
Markelle Fultz, NBA, Kings, Magic

Kings Signing Former No. 1 Overall Draft Pick Markelle Fultz

Free agent guard Markelle Fultz has agreed to a new contract with the Sacramento Kings, his agent Raymond Brothers of I AM Sports &...
Darius Garland, Cavaliers, Cavs, NBA

Dribbles: Cavs Roll Raptors And Into Break With Best Mark In Franchise History

Random dribbles following the Cavaliers' 131-108 blowout road win over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday. ... 1. That was even easier than expected. And it...
Jonathan Kuminga, Warriors, NBA

NBA Notes: Warriors, Jonathan Kuminga, Raptors, Draft, Cooper Flagg

WARRIORS Despite increasing their salary commitments for the 2025-26 season with the acquisition and extension of Jimmy Butler, the Warriors are still focused on retaining...
De'Andre Hunter, Cavaliers, Cavs, Rudy Gobert, Timberwolves, NBA

Cavs Viewed Raptors As Biggest Threat In De’Andre Hunter Trade Talks With Hawks

While the Cavaliers won the NBA trade deadline pursuit of De'Andre Hunter, it reportedly didn't come easily. Cleveland apparently had some serious competition. It came...
Kenny Atkinson, Koby Altman, Cavaliers

Cavs Have Spot To Fill; Is Frontcourt Addition On Way?

The Cavaliers could afford to add another big man to the roster. They probably know that.  They definitely know they have to fill at least...
Josh Richardson, Spurs, NBA, Jazz

NBA Transactions: Josh Richardson, Ben Simmons, David Roddy, G League

NBA Transactions Josh Richardson, previously with the Utah Jazz, became a free agent. David Roddy signed a contract...
De'Andre Hunter, Cavaliers, Cavs, NBA

NBA Notes: Cavs, De’Andre Hunter, Magic, Jalen Suggs, Sixers

CAVALIERS The Cavaliers may have found the big, versatile wing they’ve been seeking for years in De'Andre Hunter, who was acquired from the Hawks at...
Daniel Gafford, Dallas Mavericks, NBA

Daniel Gafford Joins Anthony Davis, Other Mavs Bigs On Injury List

With the NBA All-Star break right around the bend, the injury woes continue to mount for the Dallas Mavericks. Center Daniel Gafford sustained a right...
Alex Len, Lakers, NBA

Lakers Officially Sign Alex Len, Waive Christian Wood

Free-agent center Alex Len has signed with the Los Angeles Lakers, his agent Mike Lelchitski confirmed to NBA insider Shams Charania of ESPN. The team...
Brandon Imgram, Pelicans, NBA trade rumors

Raptors, Brandon Ingram Agree To Three-Year Contract Extension

The Toronto Raptors and newly acquired forward Brandon Ingram have reached an agreement on a three-year contract extension worth $120 million, according to NBA...

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