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.
Donovan Mitchell? Leaving Cavs Soon? Don’t Bet On It
By now, you've heard the rumors. Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell is leaving the team and the Los Angeles Lakers intend to be hot on...
West Notes: Lakers, LeBron James, Spurs, Victor Wembanyama, Suns
Lakers
There's been a lot of chatter about what LeBron James may do next, given that he has an option on his contract at the...
West Notes: Pelicans, Rockets, Dillon Brooks, Blazers
Pelicans
The Pelicans are promoting forward/center Jeremiah Robinson-Earl from a two-way contract to a standard two-year deal, per Shams Charania of The Athletic.
The second year...
Nuggets’ Michael Malone: We Have Best Starting Lineup in NBA
It came after a loss, but coach Michael Malone will tell you that only proves his point.
The defending champion Denver Nuggets, Malone said, just...
East Notes: Knicks, Julius Randle, Nets, Wizards, Deni Avdija
Knicks
Power forward Julius Randle is making progress from his injured shoulder, though his status for the season still seems up in the air, per...
West Notes: Warriors, Klay Thompson, Timberwolves, Jazz
Warriors
Shooting guard Klay Thompson came off the bench for the first time since his rookie season, and hey, it went well. Thompson finished with...
East Notes: Bucks, Damian Lillard, Sixers, Kyle Lowry, Hawks
Bucks
The Bucks are sliding into the All-Star break, falling to 3-7 under coach Doc Rivers after Thursday's upset loss to the Grizzlies.
Star guard Damian...
NBA Transactions: Friday 2/16
Cavaliers
Cavaliers recalled Craig Porter Jr. from the Cleveland Charge of the G League. (HW story)
Lakers
Lakers recalled Jalen Hood-Schifino from the South...
East Notes: Pacers, Pascal Siakam, Cavs, Hornets
Pacers
Forward Pascal Siakam made an emotional return to Toronto on Wednesday, hitting a bank shot to seal the Pacers' victory.
“I tried to stay focused...
West Notes: Suns, Kevin Durant, Kings, De’Aaron Fox, Nuggets
Suns
It wasn't always easy and star guard Devin Booker got ejected, but eventually, the Suns were able to roll past former coach Monty Williams...
East Notes: Hornets, Grant Williams, Bulls, Magic
Hornets
The new-look Hornets won their third straight after the trade deadline, beating the Hawks on Wednesday and receiving 15 points and 10 rebounds from...
Dribbles: Cavs Rally For Win, And Look Who’s Rolling Into The Break
CLEVELAND -- Random dribbles from the Cavaliers' 108-105 home win over the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday. ...
1. Well, at least it's over and the...
Craig Porter Jr Deal With Cavs Partially Guaranteed, Includes Team Option
CLEVELAND -- All that rookie point guard Craig Porter Jr. likely cares about is that his two-way contract was converted to a standard deal.
The...
76ers’ Elton Brand Not Expected To Pursue Hornets GM Vacancy
The Charlotte Hornets are seeking a new head of basketball operations but don't count 76ers general manager Elton Brand among the candidates.
Per Keith Pompey...
