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.
Giannis Antetokounmpo Blasts Bucks’ Effort: ‘Are We OK With Not Competing? I Don’t Know’
The Bucks are staring at the kind of early-season struggles that ignite the rumor mill, and Giannis Antetokounmpo isn’t having it.
After a 116-94 drubbing...
NBA Media Not In Great Space When It Comes To Storytelling, Brian Windhorst Says
ESPN insider Brian Windhorst has been covering the NBA for a long time and covering it very well. So when he has something to...
Pregame Dribbles: Another Night, Another Game, As Unbeaten Cavs Face Kenny Atkinson’s Former Team
CLEVELAND -- Random dribbles ahead of the Cavaliers' home game against the Brooklyn Nets on Saturday (7:30 p.m. EST). ...
1. There's no rest in...
Dribbles: Cavs Huff And Puff And Blow Warriors’ House Down, Cruising To 10th Win In 10 Tries
CLEVELAND -- Random dribbles from the Cavaliers' 136-117 shellacking of the visiting Golden State Warriors on Friday. ...
1. Well, that was easy.
2. In case...
Sixers Newcomer Paul George Already Being Forced To Shoulder Load: ‘I’ll Be Better’
It’s early days in Philadelphia, but Paul George’s return is already under the microscope, and for good reason. The 76ers, who are struggling to...
Lakers Star Anthony Davis’ Injury Concerns Rearing Head Again
Anthony Davis' durability has been a talking point for years, and it’s resurfacing now with this latest foot issue. As noted by Shams Charania...
Bucks Already Exploring Trade Options
We have our first trade rumor and we're barely two weeks in the season. Only that trade rumors doesn't involve a player -- it...
Pregame Dribbles: Suddenly, Cavs vs. Warriors Has That Big-Time Buzz Again
CLEVELAND -- Random dribbles ahead of the Cavaliers' home game against the Golden State Warriors. ...
1. The Cavs have been the best team in...
Full Court Cleveland: Talkin’ Cavaliers, That 9-0 Start, What’s Ahead, And Entire NBA
CLEVELAND -- What do you know, the Cavaliers are 9-0. Actually, you highly likely know that much already.
But did you know we broke it...
NBA Notes: Nuggets, Nikola Jokic, Thunder, Hornets, Miles Bridges
Nuggets
Nikola Jokic just keeps adding to his already legendary resume. In the Nuggets' 124-122 win over the Thunder on Wednesday, the reigning Finals MVP...
Heat Aiming To Figure Out Second-Half Collapses As Tough Losses Pile Up
The Heat just can’t seem to hold on when it matters most.
After leading by double digits in the second half against both the Knicks...
Spurs Set To Welcome Back Devin Vassell Amid Offensive Struggles
Devin Vassell’s return couldn’t come at a better time for the Spurs, a team that's been searching for answers after a bumpy start to...
Suns Have Risen To Match Best Start, Mostly Via Some Serious Nail-Biters
The Phoenix Suns are making a habit of these nail-biting finishes, and while it’s giving fans plenty of stress, it’s also delivering victories.
Wednesday night’s...
Lakers Assigning Bronny James To G League For South Bay Home Games
As expected, the Lakers have assigned rookie guard Bronny James to their G Leaguer affiliate, as relayed by Shams Charania of ESPN.
This was always...
