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Sam Amico

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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.
Paul George, 76ers, Sixers, NBA, Nets

Sixers Newcomer Paul George Already Being Forced To Shoulder Load: ‘I’ll Be Better’

It’s early days in Philadelphia, but Paul George’s return is already under the microscope, and for good reason. The 76ers, who are struggling to...
NBA, Lakers, Anthony Davis, Bronny James

Lakers Star Anthony Davis’ Injury Concerns Rearing Head Again

Anthony Davis' durability has been a talking point for years, and it’s resurfacing now with this latest foot issue. As noted by Shams Charania...
John Horst, Bucks, NBA

Bucks Already Exploring Trade Options

We have our first trade rumor and we're barely two weeks in the season. Only that trade rumors doesn't involve a player -- it...
Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland, Cavaliers, NBA

Pregame Dribbles: Suddenly, Cavs vs. Warriors Has That Big-Time Buzz Again

CLEVELAND -- Random dribbles ahead of the Cavaliers' home game against the Golden State Warriors. ... 1. The Cavs have been the best team in...
Full Court Cleveland, Cavaliers, NBA

Full Court Cleveland: Talkin’ Cavaliers, That 9-0 Start, What’s Ahead, And Entire NBA

CLEVELAND -- What do you know, the Cavaliers are 9-0. Actually, you highly likely know that much already. But did you know we broke it...
Nikola Jokic, Bill Walton, NBA, Denver Nuggets

NBA Notes: Nuggets, Nikola Jokic, Thunder, Hornets, Miles Bridges

Nuggets Nikola Jokic just keeps adding to his already legendary resume. In the Nuggets' 124-122 win over the Thunder on Wednesday, the reigning Finals MVP...
Jimmy Butler, Heat, Devin Booker, Suns, NBA

Heat Aiming To Figure Out Second-Half Collapses As Tough Losses Pile Up

The Heat just can’t seem to hold on when it matters most. After leading by double digits in the second half against both the Knicks...
Devin Vassell, Spurs, NBA

Spurs Set To Welcome Back Devin Vassell Amid Offensive Struggles

Devin Vassell’s return couldn’t come at a better time for the Spurs, a team that's been searching for answers after a bumpy start to...
Suns, Kevin Durant, Heat, Bam Adebayo, NBA

Suns Have Risen To Match Best Start, Mostly Via Some Serious Nail-Biters

The Phoenix Suns are making a habit of these nail-biting finishes, and while it’s giving fans plenty of stress, it’s also delivering victories. Wednesday night’s...
Bronny James, Lakers, NBA

Lakers Assigning Bronny James To G League For South Bay Home Games

As expected, the Lakers have assigned rookie guard Bronny James to their G Leaguer affiliate, as relayed by Shams Charania of ESPN. This was always...
Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, 76ers, NBA

Sixers Dealt Another Blow As Tyrese Maxey To Miss Multiple Weeks

For the Philadelphia 76ers, the hits just keep coming. Tyrese Maxey, who’s been the heart and soul of their offense during Joel Embiid’s absence,...
Paul George, NBA, Clippers, Sixers, 76ers

Sixers’ Paul George On Boos From Clippers Fans: ‘I Didn’t Get It’

Paul George's homecoming to face the Clippers at their new Intuit Dome had all the drama you'd expect. The Sixers forward, now wearing Philadelphia's...
Ja Morant, Grizzlies, Lakers, NBA

Grizzlies’ Ja Morant After Win Over Lakers: ‘I Don’t Like Them’

Ja Morant doesn’t forget. When the Lakers knocked his Grizzlies out of the 2023 playoffs, it left a mark. And standing on the sideline last...
Caris LeVert, Cavaliers, Cavs, NBA, Pelicans

Dribbles: For The Ninth Straight Time, Yes, Cavs Win, And They Indeed Celebrated After

Random dribbles following the Cavaliers' 131-122 road win over the Pelicans on Wednesday. ... 1. Ladies and gentlemen, you just witnessed Cleveland Cavaliers history. For...

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