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.
Doc Rivers: Bucks Will Make The Playoffs. ‘I’m Not Worried About That’
The Bucks are 1-6 entering Wednesday night and while they've had a few really close games (including two against the Cavaliers), they look like...
Cavs Podcast: Breaking Down What’s Going Well In Undefeated Early Season
As you know, the Cavaliers are 8-0. But how did they get here?
Well, if you've watched, you may already have it figured out. Just...
Spurs Focused On Continuity, System As Gregg Popovich To Remain Out Indefinitely
The Spurs are stepping into unfamiliar territory with head coach Gregg Popovich sidelined indefinitely due to a health issue he suffered on Saturday.
It’s a...
Pistons Showing Serious Signs Of Turning Corner Under New Coach JB Bickerstaff
Don't look now, but the Pistons aren't terrible. In fact, some may even tell you they're a team on the rise.
At least, they are...
Sixers’ Joel Embiid Suspended Three Games For Shoving Reporter
The end may be near. Or more accurately for Joel Embiid and the 76ers, the beginning may be here. And by that, we mean...
Cavs’ Unbeaten Mark Matches Old Seattle SuperSonics In Player Minutes Category
CLEVELAND -- It's only the beginning, but the Cavaliers have already tied one franchise record. That's just what happens when you're 8-0.
But did you...
Nuggets’ Aaron Gordon To Miss Multiple Weeks With Calf Strain
It's hard to know if the Nuggets can stay in contention as currently constructed. And now, they'll get to learn even more the hard...
Warriors’ Steve Kerr Reaches Coaching Milestone Amid Scorching Start
Beating the Wizards is no big deal these days, so the Warriors' road win is hardly viewed as a landmark achievement.
Then again, nobody probably...
Amico Hoops Pod: Cavs, Thunder Offering Early Glimpses Of Perfection
The Cavaliers (8-0). The Thunder (7-0). The Suns (6-1). The reigning champion Celtics (7-1). Remarkable starts to the NBA season for all.
But those are...
Lakers’ Anthony Davis Day-To-Day With Foot Injury
Anthony Davis went down in the fourth quarter of the Lakers' road loss to the Pistons on Monday, but then returned to the game.
Now,...
Knicks Signing Rookie Guard To Two-Way Deal
The Knicks are signing undrafted rookie guard Boo Buie to a two-way contract, per Shams Charania of The Athletic.
The spot became available after New...
Sixers’ Joel Embiid Could Make Season Debut On Wednesday In LA
The end may be near. Or more accurately for Joel Embiid and the 76ers, the beginning may be here. And by that, we mean...
Dribbles: Cavs Use Every Last Ounce Of Everything They Had, Remain Perfect To Match Franchise Mark
CLEVELAND -- Random dribbles from the Cavaliers' thriller of a 116-114 home victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday. ...
1. It was the Cavs'...
Timberwolves Ownership Drama Involving A-Rod, Marc Lore Marches On
This Timberwolves ownership saga has all the makings of a high-stakes showdown, and it’s hard to see either side backing down.
Glen Taylor, the longtime...
