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.
Patrick Beverley Announces He’s Signing With Israeli Club: ‘I Couldn’t Refuse’
The Israeli basketball media better get those subscriptions to the Patrick Beverley podcast ready. That's because the NBA free agent guard is headed to...
Ex-NBA Forward Joe ‘Jellybean’ Bryant, Father Of Kobe, Dead At 69
Former NBA forward Joe Bryant, the father of late NBA legend Kobe Bryant, has died, according to the La Salle basketball program. He was...
Celtics’ Jaylen Brown Walks Back ‘I Don’t Think Bronny Is A Pro’ Analysis Caught On Video
It's the offseason and that means NBA Summer League. And that means stars showing up to watch the guys trying to make the teams....
This Day In NBA History: Brandon Jennings Becomes First High-Schooler To Skip College, Sign Overseas
Former NBA point guard Brandon Jennings will always be a pioneer. Back when he decided to skip college and sign overseas, it was a...
Wizards’ Alex Sarr Says He’s Finding NBA Stride: ‘Defense Is Something I’m Always Going To Bring’
Washington Wizards rookie big man Alex Sarr admittedly is still adjusting to the U.S. and the NBA style of game. And this is just...
Report: Warriors ‘Most Engaged’ Trade Suitor Of Jazz’s Lauri Markkanen
The Golden State Warriors have been linked to Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen, and they appear to be trying to make a serious run...
John Wall Still Clinging To Dream Of NBA Return And ‘Teaching Young Guys’
Former No. 1 overall draft pick John Wall isn't giving up on his dream. And today, that dream is simply to return to the...
Dribbles: Team USA Survives Scare From Australia In Olympics Tuneup
Random dribbles following Team USA's 98-92 win over Australia in an exhibition game in Abu Dhabi as the squads ready for the Paris Olympics.
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Isaiah Thomas On Possible NBA Return: ‘I’m Just Waiting For The Call’
Veteran point guard Isaiah Thomas believes he can still help a team. Some teams might believe him.
"I’m a free agent right now...talking to a...
Knicks Officially Announce Signing Of Cam Payne
The New York Knicks have signed veteran guard Cameron Payne, the team announced in a press release.
Payne, 29, is 6-foot-3 and appeared in a...
East Notes: Bucks, Gary Trent Jr, Raptors, Cavs
Bucks
The Bucks are among those who could have an interest in veteran free agent wing Gary Trent Jr., per Shams Charania of The Athletic....
Cavs’ Darius Garland Says He’s Excited About Donovan Mitchell, Doesn’t Want To Be Traded
Cavaliers point guard Darius Garland says don't believe the hype. Or in this case, the rumors. He's actually excited about again playing alongside All-Star...
Pistons Hiring Luke Walton As Lead Assistant To JB Bickerstaff
The Detroit Pistons are adding Luke Walton as the lead assistant on the coaching staff of J.B. Bickerstaff, per Shams Charania of The Athletic....
Bulls Finding Zero Trade Market For Zach LaVine, Nikola Vucevic
The Chicago Bulls and guard Zach LaVine would both like LaVine to be playing elsewhere next season. But good luck with that.
Per Joe Cowley...
