NBA Notes: Spurs, Devin Vassell, Lakers, Cavs, De’Andre Hunter
Spurs
Devin Vassell is entering the new season healthy for the first time in a while, and that has both him and the Spurs feeling...
NBA Notes: Jazz, Lauri Markkanen, Hornets, Pelicans
Jazz
Utah appears ready to listen on Lauri Markkanen.
According to Sports Illustrated’s Chris Mannix, the Jazz are now “very open” to trading the 28-year-old forward....
LeBron’s so-called ‘Second Decision’ felt like clunky, straight-to-DVD sequel
LeBron James has delivered plenty of unforgettable basketball moments. Tuesday afternoon was not one of them.
If the original Decision was an unprecedented act of...
NBA Notes: Cavs, preseason, Bulls, Isaac Okoro, Jazz
Cavaliers
For a team with championship expectations, the Cavs sure looked ready to get back to work in the first part of their preseason-opening loss...
East Notes: Sixers, VJ Edgecombe, Nets, Danny Wolf, Hornets
76ers
Veteran guard Eric Gordon is entering his 18th NBA season with a new role in mind. Specifically, Gordon told Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia...
Tip-Ins: Delfino retires, Thunder top PG rankings, Giannis questions linger
Former NBA forward Carlos Delfino is hanging it up. Appearing on the “Doble Doble” podcast, Delfino officially confirmed his retirement, per Johnny Askounis of...
Bulls bring in former lottery pick Kevin Knox on camp deal
The Bulls are adding a familiar name to their training camp mix.
Free agent forward Kevin Knox has agreed to a deal with Chicago, per...
Dribbles: Cavs get in a run, have a little fun in preseason opener
CLEVELAND -- Random dribbles from the Cavaliers' preseason opener, a 118-117 home loss to the Chicago Bulls on Tuesday.
1. When the Cavs starters took...
NBA Notes: Pistons, Caris LeVert, Knicks, Jalen Brunson, Trail Blazers
Pistons
When Caris LeVert heard that Detroit hired J.B. Bickerstaff in June 2024, his reaction was immediate. He thought it was a strong step toward...
Legacy of Moses: Author Paul Knepper discusses Malone’s life, career, and new biography
I had the pleasure of talking to Paul Knepper, author of the soon-to-be-released biography on Moses Malone, entitled Moses Malone: The Life of a...
NBA Notes: Lakers, LeBron James, Raptors, Scottie Barnes, Rockets
Lakers
LeBron James won’t be suiting up for any preseason games.
James, 40, didn’t practice during the first week of camp and was only a “modified”...
NBA Notes: Heat, Norman Powell, Hawks, Trae Young, Blazers
Heat
Before he was traded from the Clippers to Miami this summer, Norman Powell had begun extension talks with L.A.
“To be transparent, we were talking...
West Notes: Kings, Scott Perry, Warriors, Blazers, Robert Williams
Kings
New general manager Scott Perry says his first priority in Sacramento is setting the tone. Perry told Mark Haynes of SacObserver.com that he wants...
NBA Notes: Cavs, Sam Merrill, Rockets, Clippers, Bradley Beal
Cavaliers
Sam Merrill was on the golf course when his agent called with life-changing news -- the Cavaliers were offering him a four-year, $38 million...
