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.
NBA Notes: Rockets, Kevin Durant, Warriors, Steph Curry, Sixers
Rockets
Kevin Durant and the Rockets have agreed to a two-year, $90 million contract extension, agent Rich Kleiman told Shams Charania of ESPN.
The deal includes...
NBA Transaction Tracker: Teams finalize 2025-26 rosters
It’s roster deadline weekend across the NBA, and that means teams are making final moves before opening night. Below is a complete look at...
NBA Notes: Spurs, Bismack Biyombo, Hawks, Dyson Daniels, Celtics
Spurs
Bismack Biyombo’s impact on the Spurs goes well beyond rebounds and rim protection.
As Jeff McDonald of The San Antonio Express-News detailed, the veteran center...
NBA Moves: Bucks, Amir Coffey, Spurs, Micah Potter, Suns
Bucks
Amir Coffey has earned his spot in Milwaukee. According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, the veteran wing will make the Bucks’ regular-season roster after...
NBA Moves: Cavs, Zeke Mayo, Nuggets, Moses Brown, Celtics
Cavaliers
The Cavaliers have waived rookie guard Zeke Mayo, according to NBA.com’s transaction log, clearing the way for him to join the Cleveland Charge.
Mayo, who...
NBA Moves: Sixers, MarJon Beauchamp, Knicks, Alex Len, Timberwolves
76ers
The Sixers made their final round of cuts as they set their roster for opening night. According to Kyle Neubeck of PHLY Sports, Philadelphia...
NBA Notes: Pacers, Cameron Payne, Bulls, Zach Collins, Grizzlies
Pacers
The Pacers have decided to part ways with veteran guard Cameron Payne, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Indiana plans to waive the 10-year...
West Notes: Grizzlies, Scotty Pippen Jr, Pelicans, Derik Queen, Clippers
Grizzlies
The Grizzlies can’t seem to catch a break. Guard Scotty Pippen Jr. is the latest to go down, set to undergo surgery on his...
Lakers waive four players, finalize roster ahead of opener
The Lakers have waived guards Augustas Marciulionis and RJ Davis, along with forwards Jeenathan (Nate) Williams and Anton Watson, the team announced.
All four were...
NBA Moves: Magic, Lester Quinones, Hornets, Eric Dixon, Thunder
Magic
Orlando has trimmed its roster to regular-season size, waiving guards Reece Beekman, Lester Quinones, and Javonte Smart, along with forward Phillip Wheeler, per Jason...
NBA Moves: Hawks, Charles Bassey, Mavs, Pacers, Kyle Guy
Hawks
Atlanta has waived center Charles Bassey and guard Lamont Butler, per Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN.
The moves bring the Hawks’ roster to 14 players, one...
NBA Moves: Pelicans, Jordan Hawkins, Raptors, Mavs, Zhaire Smith
Pelicans
The Pelicans have exercised their fourth-year option on Jordan Hawkins and their third-year option on Yves Missi, according to Keith Smith of Spotrac. Both...
NBA Moves: Kings, Terence Davis, Wizards, Alondes Williams, Grizzlies
Kings
The Kings have waived veteran guard Terence Davis, per Sean Cunningham of KCRA News. The move finalizes Sacramento’s 15-man roster ahead of opening night.
Davis’...
Cavaliers sign Zeke Mayo to Exhibit 10 deal
The Cavaliers have signed rookie guard Zeke Mayo to an Exhibit 10 contract, his agency announced.
Mayo, an undrafted prospect out of Kansas, appeared for...
