Tag: Fred Vanvleet
NBA scout sees Fred VanVleet as key to easing Rockets’ Kevin Durant dependence
The Rockets were “way too reliant” on Kevin Durant last season, according to an anonymous NBA scout. The playoffs made that painfully clear.
Houston lost...
NBA, NBPA seek lifetime sportsbook bans for bettors who threaten players
The NBA and its players’ union want abusive sports bettors to lose more than their wagers.
The league and NBPA joined the NFL, MLB, NHL,...
Trade idea sends Rockets’ Fred VanVleet to Hawks in three-team deal
Just to be clear, Fred VanVleet has not been traded to the Hawks.
Nobody is reporting that a trade is close. This is September, actual...
NBA Notes: Cavs, Peyton Watson, Pistons, Isaiah Joe, Rockets
Cavaliers
The Cavaliers paid a pretty significant price to get Peyton Watson. One analyst believes they'll get plenty of threes in return.
Zach Buckley of Bleacher...
NBA players open their own offseason training facility in Los Angeles
NBA players have gathered in Los Angeles for offseason workouts and pickup runs for years. Now they have a place designed specifically for them.
The...
Rick Barry: Russell Westbrook would be ‘nice addition’ for Rockets
Russell Westbrook remains unsigned. Hall of Famer Rick Barry believes the Rockets should consider changing that.
In an exclusive interview with Eric Jay Santos of...
Spurs remain favorites in Southwest, but Rockets offer betting value
What a difference a year makes.
Last season, the San Antonio Spurs weren't even favored to win the Southwest Division, let alone make a run...
NBA Notes: Rockets, Fred VanVleet, Hawks, Peyton Watson, Thunder
Rockets
Rockets guard Fred VanVleet believes he's on track to be back on the court this fall.
Speaking with Erik Horne of Andscape, VanVleet said he...
Players’ union chief wants NBA to rethink second apron: ‘We’re not fans’
The NBA's second apron has no shortage of critics these days. Now, the head of the players' union is joining the list.
Speaking Friday, NBPA...
NBA Notes: Pacers, Tyrese Haliburton, Rockets, Fred VanVleet, Grizzlies
Pacers
Tyrese Haliburton believes he’ll be ready when next season tips off.
Speaking at his Simple Truth Basketball ProCamp, the Pacers star told reporters he’s finally...
NBA Rumors: Pistons, Wolves, Nets, Austin Reaves, Rockets, Fred VanVleet, Suns
Pistons, Wolves, Nets
If you’re looking for teams that may be shopping for backcourt help this summer, start with the Pistons, Timberwolves and Nets.
According to...
NBA Rumors: Nuggets, Nikola Jokic, Rockets, Kevin Durant, Lakers
Nuggets
One thing we know about the Nuggets? Nikola Jokic will be back. Apparently, so will coach David Adelman.
Other than that, it appears to be...
NBA trade proposal sends Jaylen Brown to Rockets, Fred VanVleet to Pistons
Could Jaylen Brown really end up with the Rockets? Probably not.
But that hasn't stopped the trade machines from firing up.
Bleacher Report's Dan Favale recently...
NBA Notes: Pistons, roster, Rockets, Bulls, coaching search
Pistons
The Pistons took a major step forward this season, even if the ending left a sour taste after a disappointing playoff exit against the...
