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.
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Trail Blazers
There are plenty of reasons for optimism when it comes to the Trail Blazers after they signed GM Joe Cronin and coach Chauncey...
Pelicans Officially Hire Joe Dumars As Head Of Basketball Operations
The New Orleans Pelicans have hired Hall of Famer Joe Dumars as their new executive vice president of basketball operations, the team announced in...
Spurs Remain Optimistic With Victor Wembanyama, Stephon Castle, De’Aaron Fox Leading Charge
The San Antonio Spurs have emerged as one of the most promising rebuilding NBA franchises, bolstered by the rapid development of 2023 No. 1...
Jazz Take Big Step Forward Simply By Securing League’s Worst Record
The Utah Jazz may not have stacked wins this season, but they accomplished what they set out to do: position themselves for a top...
Raptors Non-Playoff Team Most Ready To Make A Leap?
The Toronto Raptors had little to celebrate from a team standpoint during the 2024-25 season. But for a franchise in transition, several key players...
Nets Plan To Remain Strategic As They Weigh Star Pursuit In Offseason
The Brooklyn Nets could pursue a star-caliber player this NBA offseason, but only if the right opportunity presents itself, general manager Sean Marks said...
Player Relations, Communication Issues All Part Of Suns’ Collapse
Communication breakdowns and strained relationships with key players were among the primary factors that led to the dismissal of head coach Mike Budenholzer after...
Florida’s Alex Condon Entering Draft, Maintaining College Eligibility
Florida forward Alex Condon has declared for the NBA draft while maintaining his college eligibility, leaving the door open for a return to the...
Kings GM Monte McNair, Coach Doug Christie Face Uncertain Futures Ahead of Play-In Game
Sacramento Kings general manager Monte McNair is entering a pivotal stretch as the team prepares for the NBA play-in tournament, with his future in...
Cavs’ Darius Garland On Playoff Rival: Celtics Probably View Us As Their Little Brother
It's almost time for the Cavaliers' second act, and while they have the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference, they know the NBA...
Once Again, Offseason To Center On Kevin Durant Trade Chatter
Kevin Durant's future with the Phoenix Suns remains uncertain, though his value around the NBA is anything but, writes Brian Windhorst of ESPN.
The Suns...
Kevin Durant Likely To Be Traded; Count Cavs Among Teams With No Interest
We've heard all the chatter, and according to ESPN's Shams Charania, it's true. The Phoenix Suns indeed will be looking to trade NBA superstar...
NBA Insider Makes Strong Case For Cavs In Playoffs
After a banner regular season, the Cavaliers have begun a week of preparing for the real thing. The NBA playoffs begin Sunday at Rocket...
Pelicans Finalizing Deal To Make Joe Dumars Head Of Basketball Operations
The New Orleans Pelicans are finalizing a deal to hire Joe Dumars as the franchise’s new president of basketball operations, according to ESPN’s Shams...
