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.
Blake Griffin, Doc Rivers, Kevin Johnson, Amar’e Stoudemire among Hall finalists
The Hall list is out. Now the debates start.
The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame announced its finalists for the Class of 2026 this week,...
Ty Lue: Clippers still expect to win at high level
The Clippers are hosting All-Star Weekend. They’re also asking everyone to recalibrate.
As L.A. welcomed the league to town, their trade deadline reshaped the roster...
Cavs officially sign Riley Minix to two-way contract
The Cavaliers filled a two-way spot, signing forward Riley Minix to a two-way contract, per the NBA’s official transaction log.
Minix, 25, opened the season...
‘Soul Power’ revisits the ABA’s lasting impact on the NBA
Basketball did not always look this free. Or this loud. Or this fun.
Before the NBA loosened its tie and learned to smile, there was...
NBA Notes: Magic, Paolo Banchero, Wizards, Alex Sarr, Hawks
Magic
Magic star big man Paolo Banchero did not sugarcoat it.
Asked after Wednesday’s loss to Milwaukee whether Orlando is playing to its potential in the...
NBA Notes: Celtics, Jayson Tatum, Pacers, Ivica Zubac, Pistons
Celtics
Jayson Tatum checked an important box this week.
Monday’s practice with the Celtics' G League affiliate marked the first time Tatum has participated in a...
NBA free agent Malik Beasley signs in Puerto Rico
Malik Beasley is not waiting around. With his NBA status still unresolved, the veteran sharpshooter is heading to Puerto Rico, agreeing to join the...
NBA Notes: Cavs, James Harden, Bucks, Cam Thomas, Blazers
Cavaliers
James Harden did not need shots to make a statement.
In his home debut, Harden attempted just four shots. He finished with 11 assists, zero...
Cavs adjust Rocket Arena court following player safety concerns
The Cavaliers got the message. And they acted.
After years of quiet concern and a very public scare, the Cavs have modified their home floor...
Pacers GM Chad Buchanan: We want to be in position to contend for title again next year
The Pacers are not pretending.
Asked what the roster still needs now that Indiana has a new starting center, general manager Chad Buchanan gave an...
Chris Paul announces immediate retirement from NBA
Chris Paul is calling it a career.
After being waived by the Raptors on Friday, Paul officially announced his retirement from the NBA in an...
NBA Predictions: Where each team lands in final standings
The NBA trade deadline is in the books. The buyout market will add a wrinkle or two, but for the most part, the picture...
LeBron James becomes oldest to record triple-double in Lakers’ win
LeBron James keeps finding new ways to make the calendar irrelevant.
James became the oldest player in NBA history to record a triple-double Thursday night,...
NBA Tanking Rankings: The Jazz have zero shame
This season has crossed a line.
We have seen tanking before. Strategic losing. Soft landings. Quiet rotations. This is different.
A full 10 teams are openly...
