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.
George Karl: Alex English, Artis Gilmore Belong In NBA’s Top 75
The NBA released it's list of the 75 Greatest Players in NBA history on Thursday, and former coach George Karl took issue with some...
Ben Simmons Reports To 76ers Shootaround, Indicates He’s Not Ready
Star guard/forward Ben Simmons met with his 76ers teammates and coach Doc Rivers and informed them he's not mentally ready to play, according to...
Suns Announce Signing Of Ish Wainright To Two-Way Deal
The Suns have officially signed small forward Ishmail Wainright to a two-way contract, the team announced in a press release.
Wainright, 26, is 6-foot-6 and...
NBA Preparing For Possible Quick Launch Of European League
The NBA is aiming to create its own sponsored league overseas, perhaps as soon as next season, as relayed by Ennio Terrasi Borghesan of...
Ben Simmons Not ‘Mentally Ready’ To Join 76ers, Skips Workout
Ben Simmons skipped a scheduled individual workout with the 76ers on Thursday and will not play in Friday's game vs. the Nets, as relayed...
With Streaming Services Dumping RSNs, NBA Fans Left In Dark On How To Watch
If you're struggling to watch your favorite NBA team on your favorite streaming service, you are not alone.
That's because the majority of TV streaming...
Southeast Notes: LaMelo, Hornets, Wizards, Magic
Reigning Rookie of the Year LaMelo Ball drew MVP chants on opening night, and with good reason. Ball recorded 31 points, nine rebounds and...
Central Notes: Pistons, Bulls, Pacers, Cavs
The Pistons lost their season-opener vs. the Bulls, but Detroit coach Dwane Casey is far from panicked.
"We played well defensively," Casey said, via Omari...
Lance Stephenson Entering G League Draft
Veteran guard/forward Lance Stephenson will continue his NBA comeback attempt by playing in the G League this season, according to JD Shaw of Hoops...
Raptors May Not Be Willing To Surrender OG Anunoby In A Ben Simmons Deal
Apparently, the Raptors have their limits when it comes to pursuing a trade for available 76ers star guard/forward Ben Simmons.
Namely, the Raptors may not...
Dribbles: For Starters, Cavs Show Some Promise
Random dribbles on the Cavaliers following their 132-121 road loss to the Grizzlies on opening night ...
1. OK, the defense stunk. It needs lots...
Mavs Pick Up Option On Josh Green
The Mavericks have exercised the rookie-scale contract option on shooting guard Josh Green, the team announced in a press release.
Green, 20, is 6-foot-5 and...
Bradley Beal: Rival Players Try To Recruit Me During Games
Wizards star Bradley Beal said he is being recruited by opposing players during games despite the fact he has indicated he plans to stay...
Jonas Valanciunas, Pelicans Agree To Contract Extension
The Pelicans and center Jonas Valanciunas have agreed to a two-year contract extension worth $30.1 million, agents Aaron Mintz, Mitch Nathan and Drew Morrison...
