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.
Magic’s Paolo Banchero: ‘We’re Right There’ In East Contention
Without a doubt, the Orlando Magic are a team on the rise. They proved as much last season, surprising their way to the No....
Cavs Signing JT Thor To Two-Way Contract
The Cleveland Cavaliers intend to sign forward JT Thor to a two-way contract, per Shams Charania of The Athletic.
This idea was something I discussed...
Bucks’ Damian Lillard Says He’s Not Breaking Down, But Doubts Are Out There
Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard insisted he's not getting ready for the basketball rocking chair, and we have every reason to believe him. OK,...
Cavs Talk: Schedule, Needs, Isaac Okoro, Ty Jerome, More
Well, the Cavaliers seem to be set for training camp. Not entirely, but close. They are definitely set for the NBA regular season when...
Wizards Coach Brian Keefe On Alex Sarr: He Can Read The Game
The Washington Wizards selected center Alex Sarr with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, and coach Brian Keefe said there's...
Clippers Expected To Keep PJ Tucker Into Camp, Season
The Los Angeles Clippers are preparing as if disgruntled forward P.J. Tucker will remain on the roster when training camp begins in a little...
Bulls Signing Kenneth Lofton Jr. To One-Year Deal
The Chicago Bulls intend to sign forward/center Kenneth Lofton Jr. to a one-year contract, per Shams Charania of The Athletic.
Lofton, 21, was waived by...
Cavs Schedule Breakdown: LeBron’s Quick Stop, Champs In NBA Cup, More
The 2024-25 NBA season doesn't tip off for a few more months and thank heavens. We could all probably use the break. But the...
Cavs To Open Home Season Vs. Pistons, Old Friend JB Bickerstaff
Well, we all knew J.B. Bickerstaff would have to come back to Cleveland and visit the Cavaliers sometime. So why not get it out...
NBA Teams Still Unclear On Future Of Bally Sports And Regional Broadcasts
The 14 NBA teams whose games are broadcast on regional network Bally Sports are again unclear on what the future holds, per Mike Vorkunov...
West Notes: Lakers, LeBron James, Warriors, Grizzlies
Lakers
The Lakers are bungling the end of LeBron James' NBA career, opined Michael Pina of the Ringer.
"Thanks to a front office and ownership group...
Knicks To Face Pacers In Home-Opener
The Indiana Pacers are set to visit the New York Knicks to tip off the Knicks' 2024-25 home season at Madison Square Garden on...
Look Out JB Bickerstaff, Cavs Paying Preseason Visit
The Cavaliers will know their full schedule by week's end, but when it comes to 2024-25, they at least know who they'll face when...
Frank Selvy, Who Nearly Lifted Lakers To ’62 Finals Win Over Rival Celtics, Dead At 91
Former Furman star Frank Selvy, who played nine years in the NBA, most notably with the Lakers, has died. He was 91.
His death was...
