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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.
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NBA owners expected to vote this week on proposed European league

NBA team owners are expected to vote this week on a proposal to launch a new professional basketball league in Europe, according to Scott...
Wes Wilcox, Cavs, Hawks, Kings, NBA

Kings assistant GM, ex-Cavs front office man Wes Wilcox finalizing deal with Utah

The University of Utah is targeting veteran NBA executive Wes Wilcox to become the school's new men's basketball general manager, sources confirmed to Hoops...
Adam Silver, NBA

NBA anticipating 10 percent increase in salary cap for 2025-26

The NBA has updated its salary cap projection for the 2025-26 season, with the new figure remaining consistent with the league's prior estimate, according...
De'Andre Hunter, Cavaliers, Blazers, NBA

Cavs Notes: Playoff picture, Donovan Mitchell, De’Andre Hunter, road wins

The Cavaliers are finally wrapping up this five-game swing through the Western Conference, and yes, they could sure use a win. It's hard to imagine...
NBA, Michael Jordan, Clyde Drexler

Clyde Drexler blames Blazers for decision to skip 1990s celebration: ‘They dropped the ball’

The Trail Blazers celebrated the 1990 and '92 teams that made runs to the NBA Finals this past weekend, but legendary shooting guard Clyde...
LeBron James, Lakers, NBA

Lakers’ defense has been MIA even before LeBron James’ return

You never know what you're gonna get from the Lakers, though you can take a pretty good guess at what you'll see from them...
Anthony Davis, Mavericks, Mavs, NBA

Mavs receive glimmer of hope via Anthony Davis return: ‘Never thought about shutting it down’

It has been a challenging stretch for the Dallas Mavericks, who have struggled with injuries, faced limitations due to their hard cap, and seen...
Donovan Mitchell, Cavaliers, Cavs, NBA

Cavs’ Donovan Mitchell out for visit to Trail Blazers

Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell is sitting out for the purpose of rest for Tuesday's road game against the Trail Blazers, per the official NBA...
Jayson Tatum, Celtics, NBA

Celtics’ Jayson Tatum may not be out for long after ankle injury

Celtics star Jayson Tatum may not be out for long after suffering an ankle injury in Monday's road win over the Kings, per reports. Tatum...
Darius Garland, Donovan Mitchell, Cavaliers, Cavs, NBA

Cavs’ season of dreams featured in latest edition of iconic SLAM magazine

The Cavaliers have been cooking, sans a recent four-game skid, which ended in resounding style Sunday in Utah. At 57-14, they are primed for the...
Zion Williamson, Pelicans, Lakers, NBA

Could and should Lakers have Pelicans’ Zion Williamson on summer radar?

The Lakers might benefit most by steering clear of a risky summer blockbuster to try to boost an already solid roster. But it all...
Marcus Bagley, 76ers, Sixers, NBA

Sixers sign Marcus Bagley, brother of Marvin, to 10-day deal

The 76ers have signed free agent forward Marcus Bagley to a 10-day contract, the team announced in a press release. Bagley, 23, went undrafted in...
Scottie Barnes, Raptors, NBA

NBA Tanking Twist: Teams testing player participation policy in race for top pick

The NBA aimed its "player participation policy" at keeping healthy stars on the court before the 2023-24 season. Tanking teams weren’t the primary focus....
Lauri Markkanen, Jazz, Raptors, NBA

NBA anti-tanking measures discussed as issue seemingly increasing

Tanking is considered an issue in all sports, albeit minor. But NBA teams looking to increase their draft lottery odds tend to take it...

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