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.
NBA Notes: Timberwolves, Jonathan Kuminga, Clippers, Max Strus, Bucks
Timberwolves
Jonathan Kuminga remains one of the more interesting names on the free-agent market, and the Timberwolves may be worth watching.
ESPN’s Brian Windhorst recently mentioned...
Trade proposal sends Jonathan Kuminga, Bilal Coulibaly to Pacers in three-team deal
Jonathan Kuminga remains unsigned in late August, so naturally, the hypothetical trade machine is starting to warm up.
The latest idea would send Kuminga to...
Kings facing lawsuit from former trainer over discrimination, harassment claims
A former Kings athletic trainer has filed a lawsuit against the organization alleging pregnancy discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation and wrongful termination.
Crystal Lee, who worked...
NBA Notes: Hornets, Dennis Schroder, Warriors, Jimmy Butler, Pistons
Hornets
Dennis Schroder isn't ready to put an expiration date on his NBA career, though the new Hornets guard has at least given it some...
NBA Notes: Grizzlies, Jerami Grant, Heat, Klay Thompson, Thunder
Grizzlies
Jerami Grant arrived in Memphis as part of the trade that sent Ja Morant to Portland. Now the Grizzlies have to determine exactly where...
NBA Notes: Heat, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Clippers, Blazers, Damian Lillard
Heat
The Heat underwent a significant makeover this offseason, but longtime Miami reporter Ethan Skolnick believes the transition may be smoother than it appears.
Writing...
Why Cavs believe Peyton Watson can make a major difference
The Cavaliers knew what they needed after being swept by the Knicks in the Eastern Conference finals. Namely, more size, athleticism and defense on...
Warriors, Heat, Knicks among teams with open two-way spots
Several NBA teams still have some roster work to do before training camps open next month.
Thirteen teams currently have at least one open two-way...
NBA Notes: Knicks, Josh Hart, Jazz, Darryn Peterson, Nets
Knicks
The Knicks and Josh Hart appear headed toward another contract discussion, though the price could be interesting.
Hart became eligible Aug. 10 for an extension...
Cavs’ $97 million James Harden signing draws criticism: ‘I think that’s irresponsible’
Not everyone is convinced that the Cavaliers' decision to sign James Harden for another three years and $97 million was a great idea.
“Three years,...
Cavs reportedly have veteran Bruce Brown on radar
The Cavaliers could have another veteran wing in mind as they continue putting the finishing touches on their roster.
Veteran free agent Bruce Brown has...
Cavs planning February move to new downtown practice facility
The Cavaliers are getting closer to moving out of Independence and into their massive new downtown practice facility.
The team plans to move into the...
Top 5 NBA free agents still available as offseason winds down
The NBA free-agent market has thinned considerably, but there are still some recognizable names sitting out there as August winds down.
Here’s our look at...
NBA Notes: Pelicans, Dejounte Murray, Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Pacers
Pelicans
Dejounte Murray could have taken the safer route last season. Instead, the Pelicans guard wanted back on the floor.
Murray returned from a torn Achilles...
NBA Notes: Pistons, Jalen Duren, Sixers, Tyrese Maxey, Celtics
Pistons
Things apparently aren’t getting any friendlier between Jalen Duren and the Pistons.
A source described the negotiations as becoming “noxious” to Kurt Helin of NBC...
Anthony Edwards ordered to pay $14,000 per month in child support
Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards has been ordered to pay $14,000 per month in child support for his son, according to TMZ.
The ruling involves Alexandria...
Celtics owner admits he needed convincing to trade Jaylen Brown: ‘That was tough’
Celtics owner Bill Chisholm wasn’t exactly pounding the table to trade Jaylen Brown.
In fact, Chisholm admitted he needed some convincing before Boston sent the...
Mavericks GM on Klay Thompson buyout: ‘I don’t want to get into too much of the nitty-gritty’
The Mavericks have moved on from Klay Thompson. Exactly how they got there? New general manager Mike Schmitz isn’t saying much.
Schmitz addressed Thompson’s buyout...
VJ Edgecombe on role with star-studded Sixers: ‘I just want to win’
VJ Edgecombe knows things are going to be different in Philadelphia next season. He also doesn’t sound particularly worried about it.
The second-year 76ers guard...
Spurs Offseason Primer: Is Dylan Harper ready to start?
The Spurs reached the NBA Finals last season. Apparently, they're still not done figuring out who should start at point guard.
ESPN's Michael C. Wright...
