NBA Notes: Knicks, Josh Hart, Thunder, Nikola Topic, Pistons
Knicks
The Knicks welcomed back Josh Hart after an eight-game absence caused by a right ankle injury suffered on Christmas Day, and the difference was...
De’Andre Hunter says he wants to stay with Cavs: ‘I’m happy here for real’
The message from Cavaliers forward De'Andre Hunter was direct and unmistakable.
“I haven’t said a word about nothing to nobody,” Hunter told Chris Fedor of...
NBA trade proposal sends Pelicans’ Zion Williamson to Bulls
Sometimes, you have to wonder if the face of your franchise is actually the guy who will lead you to great things.
That’s where the...
NBA Notes: Bucks, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Pacers, Jarace Walker, Pistons
Bucks
The frustration boiled over Tuesday night in Milwaukee.
Bucks fans booed their team during a blowout loss to the Timberwolves, and Giannis Antetokounmpo responded in...
Grizzlies’ Ja Morant addresses trade rumors, still linked to Heat
Ja Morant did little to quiet the noise surrounding his future during a brief press conference in Berlin ahead of Thursday’s game against Orlando.
Morant...
Report: Rich Paul wants Mavericks to trade Anthony Davis
Mavericks big man Anthony Davis remains very much in the trade conversation, even after a hand injury that is expected to sideline him through...
LeBron James says Rich Paul comments not reflective of his own thoughts on Lakers
Lakers star LeBron James moved quickly Tuesday to create distance between himself and recent trade chatter sparked by his longtime agent.
James told ESPN’s Dave...
NBA Notes: Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Rockets, Kevin Durant, Heat
Thunder
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 34 points as the defending champions beat the visiting Spurs 119-98 on Tuesday night, giving Oklahoma City its first win in...
Giannis Antetokounmpo after Bucks blown out by shorthanded Wolves: ‘I boo back’
The boos were loud enough to register.
With the Bucks down more than 30 at halftime Tuesday night, the home crowd at Fiserv Forum let...
Are the Cavs open to moving De’Andre Hunter?
When the Cavaliers acquired De'Andre Hunter ahead of last season’s trade deadline, the thinking was straightforward. Add a reliable two-way wing. Strengthen the bench....
NBA Notes: Clippers, James Harden, Suns, Oso Ighodaro, Warriors
Clippers
James Harden added another milestone Monday, becoming the NBA’s ninth all-time leading scorer by passing Shaquille O'Neal’s career total of 28,596 points.
“It’s a true...
Mavs’ Anthony Davis doesn’t need hand surgery, still in trade talks
The picture around Anthony Davis’ left hand became clearer Tuesday night.
ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that Davis will not require surgery after receiving a second...
Lakers managing Rui Hachimura, other injury issues
Lakers forward Rui Hachimura remained sidelined Monday despite being available, as the club managed his workload during a back-to-back set.
Coach J.J. Redick opted to hold...
NBA trade proposal sends Kings’ Zach LaVine to Bucks
Nobody ever said this part was easy.
The Bucks did the hard thing already. They built a championship roster around Giannis Antetokounmpo in a small...
