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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.
NBA, Mike Budenholzer, Suns

Another coaching change on way for setting Suns?

The Phoenix Suns are on the verge of elimination from playoff contention after dropping their sixth consecutive game Sunday night in New York, as...
Joe Cronin, Trail Blazers, NBA

Blazers announce multiyear contract extension for GM Joe Cronin

The Portland Trail Blazers have announced a multiyear contract extension for general manager Joe Cronin, confirming earlier reports in a press release. “Joe has demonstrated...
Donovan Mitchell, Cavaliers, Cavs, Kings, NBA

Cavs’ Donovan Mitchell seemingly not concerned with ankle scare

CLEVELAND -- Cavaliers Nation held its breath and then was able to let out a collective "phew." All was a result of Donovan Mitchell...
Darius Garland, Cavaliers, Cavs, NBA

Dribbles: Cavs outclassed vs. Kings, blow chance to clinch East’s top seed

CLEVELAND -- Random dribbles following the Cavaliers' 120-113 home loss to the Sacramento Kings on Sunday. ... 1. These are games you're supposed to win....
Matthew Dellavedova, Cavaliers, NBA, Melbourne

NBA Notes: Matthew Dellavedova, Knicks, Jalen Brunson, Sixers

NBL Former NBA guard Matthew Dellavedova has signed a multi-year contract with the Sydney Kings, following a highly anticipated free agency period in Australia, according...
Isaiah Collier, Jazz, NBA

NBA Notes: Jazz, Isaiah Collier, Bucks, Kevin Porter Jr, European expansion

Jazz Jazz rookie guard Isaiah Collier recently surpassed Hall of Fame former Utah guard John Stockton’s longstanding rookie-season assists record of 415, a mark Stockton...
Kenny Atkinson, Ty Jerome, Cavaliers, Cavs, NBA

Cavs Notes: East’s top seed, Kenny Atkinson, Ty Jerome, franchise record

The Cavaliers can clinch the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference with a home win Sunday over the Sacramento Kings. They can also...
Chuma Okeke, Cavaliers, Cavs, NBA

Cavs officially sign former first-round pick Chuma Okeke

It's official -- the Cavaliers have signed forward Chuma Okeke, a former NBA Draft lottery pick. The deal is reportedly for the rest of...
Cade Cunningham, JB Bickerstaff, Pistons, NBA

Pistons triple win total from last year, secure playoff berth; also lose draft pick

The Pistons have officially secured a top-six spot in the Eastern Conference with their 117-105 victory over the Raptors on Friday, clinching their first...
Cooper Flagg, Duke, NBA Draft, NCAA

NBA Draft Notes: Derik Queen, Cooper Flagg, Yaxel Lendeborg, Boogie Fland

Maryland star Derik Queen has announced that he will forgo his remaining college eligibility and declare for the 2025 NBA Draft, he revealed on...
BJ Armstrong, NBA

BJ Armstrong: Creativity in NBA right now, in terms of style of play, is at all-time low

Three-time NBA champion B.J. Armstrong has experienced more pro basketball than most of the rest of us combined. He played alongside Michael Jordan and...
Chuma Okeke, Cavaliers, Cavs

Cavs’ deal with Chuma Okeke includes second-year team option

As you may know, the Cavaliers have agreed to terms with forward Chuma Okeke, filling an open spot on the team's 15-man roster. The...
Darius Garland, Evan Mobley, Cavaliers, Cavs, NBA

Cavs Talk: Upcoming schedule, rest vs. rust, what makes them so much fun, more

CLEVELAND -- As you know, it's been a banner year for the Cavaliers. They enter Friday at 61-15, best in the Eastern Conference. The...
Bilal Coulibaly, Wizards, NBA

Wizards’ Bilal Coulibaly on rise before injury: ‘I know they believe in me’

Before a season-ending hamstring injury earlier last month, Bilal Coulibaly was on the rise with the rebuilding Washington Wizards. He still is, but now he'll...

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