NBA Notes: Cavs, Peyton Watson, Timberwolves, Joan Beringer, Thunder
Cavaliers
Peyton Watson may give the Cavaliers more than another versatile defender. He could help change how they play.
Mack Perry of Cavs On SI made...
NBA Preview: Kawhi Leonard returns to give Raptors a real shot
The Raptors already know what can happen when they gamble on Kawhi Leonard. They’re doing it again.
Toronto completed its long-awaited trade for the two-time...
Jazz owner Ryan Smith supports Clippers punishment, praises Steve Ballmer
Jazz owner Ryan Smith believes the NBA was right to punish the Clippers. He also remains firmly in Steve Ballmer’s corner.
Smith addressed both sides...
NBA trade proposal sends Trey Murphy III to Rockets, Clint Capela back to Hawks
The Rockets land Trey Murphy III. The Hawks bring back Clint Capela. The Pelicans begin rebuilding around Jabari Smith Jr. and a stack of...
Clippers name John Gibson interim governor, CEO after Steve Ballmer suspension
The Clippers have selected Los Angeles attorney John Gibson to lead the organization during Steve Ballmer’s one-year suspension.
The NBA approved Gibson as the team’s...
Pistons executive Michael Blackstone shares Stage 4 lung cancer fight
Pistons executive vice president of basketball operations Michael Blackstone has spent the past three years privately living with Stage 4 lung cancer.
He is speaking...
NBA Notes: Knicks, Jalen Brunson, Clippers, Jazz, Svi Mykhailiuk
Knicks
Jalen Brunson may not look like the prototype for a top-five NBA player. His résumé is beginning to suggest otherwise.
Scott Davis of NBA On...
Hawks, Hornets have discussed Buddy Hield-Dorian Finney-Smith trade
The Hawks and Hornets have discussed a potential trade built around Buddy Hield and Dorian Finney-Smith, according to NBA insider Jake Fischer.
Fischer reported that...
NBA Preview: Nets turn to Julius Randle, young core for signs of progress
The Nets won 20 games last season. The Knicks won the NBA championship.
That pretty much summarizes the current basketball arrangement in New York.
Brooklyn isn’t...
Collin Sexton says Austin Reaves emerging as Lakers leader
The Lakers lost more than LeBron James’ production when he signed with the 76ers. They also lost the voice that had defined their locker...
Jayson Tatum welcomes challenge of LeBron James joining 76ers
Jayson Tatum sees LeBron James joining the Philadelphia 76ers as good news for the NBA, even if it makes the Celtics’ road considerably harder.
During...
NBA Preview: Bucks begin uncertain life after Giannis Antetokounmpo
For 13 years, the Bucks knew exactly who they were. They were Giannis Antetokounmpo’s team. Everything else followed from there.
That era officially ended in...
NBA Preview: Celtics turn to Jayson Tatum after stunning Jaylen Brown trade
The Celtics spent years insisting they didn’t have to choose between Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. Then they chose.
Boston’s stunning decision to send Brown...
NBA Notes: Lakers, Jake LaRavia, Cavs, front office, Heat
Lakers
The Lakers appear to have four starters set: Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, Quentin Grimes and Walker Kessler. The fifth spot is considerably less obvious.
In...
NBA Notes: Raptors, Kawhi Leonard, Rockets, Reed Sheppard, Hawks
Raptors
The Raptors added Kawhi Leonard, giving them another elite and versatile defender beside Scottie Barnes. That still doesn’t guarantee an answer for every opponent.
Rocco...
Cavs Notes: Evan Mobley, core four, early schedule
The Cavaliers did not trade Evan Mobley for an older star this summer. Chase Brownawell of Cavs On SI views that as Cleveland betting...
Warriors Notes: Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, roster moves
Stephen Curry wants to finish his career with the Warriors. Joey Akeley of Warriors On SI wonders whether Golden State has earned that loyalty.
That’s...
NBA Notes: Lakers, Luka Doncic, Spurs, Victor Wembanyama, 2027 Draft
Lakers
Luka Doncic is making his way back to Los Angeles. Apparently, that includes reminding everyone to remain properly hydrated.
Doncic appeared in a new Gatorade...
76ers loaded up for title run, but clock already ticking
No team changed its championship outlook more dramatically than the 76ers.
Philadelphia replaced Paul George with Jaylen Brown, signed LeBron James to a bargain two-year,...
ESPN: Knicks remain contenders, but repeat comes with warning signs
The Knicks kept almost everyone who mattered during their championship run. Whether “almost” is enough to win another one is the question.
In its 2026-27...
