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.
LeBron James: Kyrie Irving Should Be Allowed to Return Now
Lakers star LeBron James made his feelings known about the suspension of Kyrie Irving, saying that he viewed Irving's suspension as being "excessive" and...
West Notes: Grizzlies, Ja Morant, Suns, Timberwolves
Grizzlies
Point guard Ja Morant said Wednesday's close overtime win against the Spurs was actually a good thing.
“Early in the season for us to have...
East Notes: Nets, Kyrie Irving, Knicks, Derrick Rose, Cavs
Nets
Nike CEO Phil Knight said the shoe giant's relationship with Nets point guard Kyrie Irving has likely ended for good.
“Kyrie stepped over the line,”...
Raptors’ Precious Achiuwa Out Indefinitely With Ankle Injury
Raptors power forward Precious Achiuwa is out indefinitely after suffering partial ligament tears in his right ankle, the team announced in a press release.
It's...
Kevin Durant: Nets Players ‘Have Responded’ to Jacque Vaughn
New Nets coach Jacque Vaughn has a fan in star forward Kevin Durant. Vaughn, of course, was promoted to head coach after being named...
NBA City Edition Uniforms Unveiled for All 30 Teams
All 30 NBA city edition uniforms have been unveiled by Nike, with teams beginning to wear them on Thursday, Nov. 11.
“The 2022-23 Nike NBA...
RJ Nembhard Acquired by G League’s Motor City Cruise
Free agent shooting guard RJ Nembhard has been acquired by the Motor City Cruise of the G League, the team announced in a press...
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson Signs With Puerto Rican Club
Free agent forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson has signed with Atléticos de San Germán of Puerto Rico, as relayed by Alberto De Roa of HoopsHype.
Hollis-Jefferson, 27,...
Dribbles: Cavs Overruled by Kings, and Defense Suddenly a Concern
Random dribbles following the Cavaliers' 127-120 road loss to the Kings on Wednesday night.
1. Coach J.B. Bickerstaff was right -- the Cavaliers were just...
LeBron James to Undergo Testing to Determine Extent of Groin Injury
Lakers star forward LeBron James will go testing on Thursday to determine the severity of a groin injury suffered in Thursday's loss to the...
Nets Decided to Pivot Away From Ime Udoka Hire for Multiple Reasons
Several factors were behind the Nets' decision not to move forward with the hiring of suspended Celtics coach Ime Udoka, per Shams Charania of...
Lakers Reportedly Holding Out for Bigger Trade Target
Yes, the Lakers are still eyeing trades centered on point guard Russell Westbrook. Yes, they seemingly will be willing to include their next two...
What’s Next for Celtics and Suspended Coach Ime Udoka?
While the Nets went ahead and removed the interim tag from Jacque Vaughn's coaching title, the Celtics were left with questions about the future...
CEO Says Disney Willing to Continue NBA Relationship in ‘Fiscally Responsible Way’
Disney CEO Bob Chapek said the company would "love to be in business with the NBA," provided it is handled "in a fiscally responsible...
