After feuding with Nuggets’ coaches and Denver making Bones Hyland available in a trade, the Raptors, Pelicans, and Timberwolves are showing interest. Bones Hyland is on in the trade market and multiple teams are reportedly showing interest. The Nuggets making Hyland available in the first place was quite strange because he was a solid rotational
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The Celtics are at the top of the East and have a real chance at winning this title this season. What can the Celtics do at the trade deadline to improve their team? As of this writing, the Celtics are 36-15 and the top seed in the East. They are one of the best teams
Let’s grade the reported trade proposal that would send D’Angelo Russell to the Los Angeles Lakers in a deal that also involves the Minnesota Timberwolves and Utah Jazz. Kyrie Irving was the big point guard available ahead of the trade deadline, even with the endless drama he causes. The Los Angeles Lakers tried to make
Furkan Korkmaz of the Sixers has requested a trade. In a sign of the times, a player registering DNP has wanted to be traded after not playing. In what seems to be a sign of the times, Furkan Korkmaz, who has currently been registering DNPs for the last couple of games (he did play register
Before the whole world lost its minds over the Kevin Durant trade, Poeltl was traded to the Raptors. Who made out best in this deal? In the non-blockbuster move of the day, the Spurs traded Jakob Poeltl for a 2024 Raptors first-round pick and two second-round picks. The 2024 first-round pick is protected, with the
According to Chris Haynes, the Trail Blazers have rejected trade calls on Damian Lillard. What teams were making calls on Lillard is unknown. According to Chris Haynes, the Portland Trail Blazers are not making Damian Lillard available in trade. While this isn’t a new development, it is an interesting statement to make. The Trail Blazers
The Los Angeles Clippers need point guard help. They’ve been linked to several intriguing names. Who could they actually get? It’s no secret that the Los Angeles Clippers are looking for point guard help. Paul George’s best friend Reggie Jackson hasn’t been the answer — he’s an average defender with limited playmaking instincts who left
Eric Gordon is drawing trade interest from multiple teams. Will the veteran finally get traded or will he stay in a Rockets uniform for another half-season? According to Sam Amico, Eric Gordon continues to be on the market with his reported preference for a trade that still hasn’t been fulfilled. According to the report, management expressed
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The Denver Nuggets were forced to pursue a trade for Bones Hyland and the Clippers were able to land him for a pretty small return. Who won this trade? Bones Hyland and the Nuggets appeared headed for a separation — he was dissatisfied with his role and the Nuggets needed another wing defender more than
Feb 4, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls center Andre Drummond (3) gestures after foul call against him during the first quarter at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports An unbelievably busy NBA Trade Deadline saw 28 teams make at least one deal. Who came out as the biggest winners and losers of
Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports Carson Palmer picks his best QB in the NFL, and it’s not Patrick Mahomes by Kristen Wong OG Anunoby was one of the best available players at the NBA Trade Deadline. He wasn’t moved and the Raptors asking price may have been the reason. According to Zach Lowe’s most recent
Kevin Love is out of their rotation, but can the Cleveland Cavaliers get anything for him at the trade deadline? In a different era for the Cleveland Cavaliers, Kevin Love was brought in to round out what would hopefully be a title contender around the returning LeBron James. In 2016, the Cavaliers indeed won that
The Los Angeles Clippers and Memphis Grizzlies loaded up for their playoff race in the form of a three-team trade with the Houston Rockets. The NBA trade deadline is approaching on Thursday, Feb. 9 at 3:00 p.m. ET, and the Western Conference has gotten tougher. Phoenix Suns owner Mat Isbhia, after just two days into
In the waning minutes of the trade deadline, the Lakers made another move by trading Beverley’s expiring contract and picks for Mo Bamba. According to Shams Charania, the Lakers traded Patrick Beverley and second-round picks for Mo Bamba. This was the third trade of the deadline for the Lakers, and it seems that their front
The Bucks finally upgraded their roster by trading draft picks for a solid 3-and-D wing in Jae Crowder. What can Crowder do for the Bucks? According to Shams Charania, the Milwaukee Bucks are finally adding Jae Crowder after having a template for this deal for a while. The Bucks are giving up five second-round picks,
The Boston Celtics recorded a historic, statement win over their Eastern Conference rival, the Brooklyn Nets. You have to see these stats to believe them. If you pulled up the NBA scoreboard last night around 7:30 ET you may have been in for a shock. Royce O’Neale hit a 3-pointer for the Nets just over
The Lakers missed out on trading for Kyrie Irving. But one NBA insider thinks they may have been playing an absolutely devious long game. The Lakers wanted Kyrie Irving. LeBron James wanted Kyrie Irving. It sure seemed like Kyrie wanted to join the Lakers. But Nets owner Joe Tsai reportedly wanted to make sure he
The Hawks have been shopping John Collins for multiple seasons and NBA trade rumors say they’re getting increasingly flexible about their price. According to Sam Amick of The Athletic, the Hawks have lowered their price for John Collins, who has been on the market for a long time. Additionally in his report, he says that the
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With the Kyrie Irving trade not yet complete, NBA insiders are suggesting the Nets want to expand the deal to possibly involve Raptors guard Fred VanVleet. The Brooklyn Nets and Dallas Mavericks made the Kyrie Irving trade official on Monday. While they were never going to wait until the NBA Trade Deadline on Feb. 9
The NBA Trade Deadline promises chaos and a dramatic reshuffling of NBA talent. We’re keeping you up to date with every trade as it happens. Trade rumors have been building for months and some of the very best players in the league could be moved ahead of the Feb. 9, 3:00 p.m. ET NBA Trade
Jan 8, 2023; Miami, Florida, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant (7) warms up before playing the Miami Heat at FTX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Michael Laughlin-USA TODAY Sports While the Suns had all the assets to make a good offer for Kyrie Irving, his trade to Dallas frees them to pursue a better fit. With
Bogdan Bogdanovic, Atlanta Hawks. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports The Lakers missed out on the Kyrie Irving trade, so what can Los Angeles now pivot to ahead of the NBA Trade Deadline in order to upgrade the roster? Once Kyrie Irving requested a trade from the Brooklyn Nets, it seemed like the Los Angeles
The Warriors have been looking for a defensive stopper in the backcourt and NBA trade rumors say they could find the answer soon. Gary Payton II played a small but crucial role for the Warriors during their championship run. At 29, he finally found an NBA home, carving out a niche with relentless defensive at
OG Anunoby has come up a lot in NBA trade rumors recently. Now it’s being reported the Knicks have already offered multiple picks for him. In Shams Charania’s most recent mailbag, he reported that the Knicks, among other teams, were interested in trading for OG Anunoby. As he and other reporters have mentioned, it would
Jan 25, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Seth Curry (30) scores Philadelphia 76ers during the second quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports Kyrie Irving has requested a trade and Kevin Durant could follow him. If the Nets have to clean house, these veterans should be traded next. The
Jae Crowder to the Milwaukee Bucks has been mentioned in NBA trade rumors for months. Now it seems like it might actually happen. Shams Charania’s most recent mailbag included a number of notable NBA trade rumors, including a tease that Jae Crowder may finally be on the move. He reported that the Suns gave the Bucks
NBA trade rumors have long since identified the prime suitors for OG Anunoby. But now a new team has emerged in the hunt. OG Anunoby has been featured in NBA trade rumors for months. We’ve already heard that the New York Knicks offered multiple first-round picks for him but the heavily protected picks they were
Warriors GM Bob Myers was unusually candid in a recent radio appearance, explaining exactly what he thinks his rivals are up to at the trade deadline. Appearing on a local California radio show, GM Bob Myers perfectly broke down why there has been slow movement on the trade front from all of the teams in
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Draymond Green has been an integral part of the Warriors for this entire era. Now NBA trade rumors are hinting they might consider trading him. Can you imagine an NBA world without Draymond Green playing for the Golden State Warriors? It will happen eventually and that moment might be getting closer. According to Sean Deveney
Bojan Bogdanovic was told by Detriot management that he isn’t gonna be traded. Are the Detroit Pistons making the right choice in holding onto him? According to HoopsHype, it seems like Bojan Bogdanovic may not be on the move after all. According to Bogdanovic, the Pistons told him about offseason plans and said “he [is]
Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-USA TODAY Sports 3 Super Bowl x-factors who have to step up for the Kansas City Chiefs by Nick Villano The Clippers will be looking for an upgrade and NBA trade rumors say Kawhi Leonard is encouraging them to trade for a former teammate of his.
As several high-profile names seem to be coming off the board, NBA trade rumors have identified a new focus for multiple teams. Rui Hachimura has already been traded. The Wizards seem to be broadcasting their willingness to keep Kyle Kuzma and try to re-sign him. Myles Turner has signed an extension with the Indiana Pacers.
The Atlanta Hawks are still shopping John Collins as the trade deadline approaches. Now NBA trade rumors have identified a surprising new suitor. A half-dozen teams have already been reportedly linked to the Atlanta Hawks and John Collins, including the Utah Jazz, New Orleans Pelicans, Los Angeles Lakers and more. The 25-year-old power forward has
Myles Turner and the Pacers agreed to a $60 million extension on Saturday, a deal that removes a huge trade chip from the deadline market. According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, the Indiana Pacers have agreed to an extension with big man Myles Turner worth $60 million over two years (with $17 million of the extension tacked
NBA trade rumors make it sound like the Raptors are increasingly likely to trade Fred VanVleet. And now a new team is reportedly in the mix. The Magic who just recently took care of the Pacers may look to make a move in upgrading talent. This team who has been very fun to watch all
Fred VanVleet has reportedly identified a new agent and that change could make a deal more and more likely before the NBA Trade Deadline. According to Marc Stein, Fred VanVleet plans to hire Klutch Sports to represent. This is particularly important because VanVleet has been mentioned in trade rumors and has a player option this
Anything seems possible for this NBA Trade Deadline, from mass chaos to quiet whimper. Which teams could control the action as buyers and sellers? We’re about two weeks away from the NBA Trade Deadline and the rumors appear to be building to a crescendo. However, there have also been some signs that it may all
Jan 2, 2023; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) looks to post up against Phoenix Suns guard Chris Paul (3) in the third quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports The Phoenix Suns probably aren’t trading Chris Paul. But they might be and that’s enough
The Spurs have held firm on their sky-high asking price for Jakob Poeltl. Now NBA trade rumors have a few new suitors emerging. Jakob Poeltl has repeatedly been mentioned in trade rumors going as far back as the offseason, when it was clear the Spurs would be leaning hard into a rebuild this year. They
The Suns are already planning for a post-Chris Paul world. These three targets have emerged to fill that need. There’s a lingering time crunch for the Phoenix Suns to try to get back to another NBA Finals and hopefully win it all… Their starting point guard, Chris Paul, might not have much time left before
After months of rumors, the Lakers have finally made a trade to upgrade their roster. Here are our NBA Trade Grades for their deal to land Rui Hachimura. Just a few days after a candid postgame interview seemed to indicate Rui Hachimura was frustrated in Washington, the Wizards have found him a new home. Shams
The Atlanta Hawks reportedly want a huge trade return for John Collins — a sign they know they aren’t using him correctly. If reports that the Atlanta Hawks were seeking a Rudy Gobert-sized return for John Collins caught you off guard, you were definitely not alone. The Utah Jazz received Malik Beasley, Patrick Beverley, Walker Kessler,
Nov 4, 2022; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Knicks forward Cam Reddish (0) warms up before the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-USA TODAY Sports Derek Carr shares heartbreaking goodbye to Raiders’ fans by Scott Rogust The price on Cam Reddish has been changing which is great news
Jordan Clarkson might find himself with a new team at the NBA Trade Deadline. But he took care of getting a new home all by himself. No one really knows what the Utah Jazz will do at the NBA trade deadline, with what seemed to be a rebuilding set-up unexpectedly turning into a competitive campaign
It’s not clear if the Toronto Raptors are actually willing to trade OG Anunoby. But if they are, rumors are they’re going to be asking A LOT. As the season goes along, we’ve seen OG Anunoby mentioned in more and more trade rumors. The Raptors are struggling and while Pascal Siakam might be their best
We’re still more than a month from the NBA Trade Deadline but the prime targets are already taking shape. But injury news could be taking one off the board. You never know what trades will actually be completed but usually, contract details, skill sets and team circumstances give us a pretty good idea of who
Often the entire trade deadline hinges on the decisions of a single team, with a cascade of trades to follow. An NBA insider just told us who to watch this year. Every NBA team likely has a few different players they’re eyeing on the trade market and the dozens of deals that stack up at
LeBron is adding another chapter to his great legacy. But should one last run at a title in the Western Conference come at the cost of the Lakers’ future? Mediocrity and the Los Angeles Lakers are not historically synonymous with one another. Yet here L.A. stands, boasting a 16-21 record so far this season after
A hypothetical Kyle Lowry for D’Angelo Russell trade could solve a lot of problems for both the Miami Heat and Minnesota Timberwolves. On his podcast, Brian Windhorst made a suggestion that the Heat should look to move Kyle Lowry to the Timberwolves. A swap of Lowry for D’Angelo Russell might make a lot of sense
Dec 18, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Golden State Warriors center James Wiseman (33) dribbles the ball while sitting before warm up before a game against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports Tired of puny fake NBA trades that only include a handful of teams at a time? Boy,
According to some recent rumors. OG Anunoby could be the hottest target available at the NBA Trade Deadline. These trades could put him at the center of major NBA storylines. Everyone wants OG Anunoby, at least according to Zach Lowe. On a recent episode of the Lowe Post podcast, he spent some time singing Anunoby’s
Dec 18, 2022; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Buddy Hield (24) celebrates a made basket in the second half against the New York Knicks at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports Although Anthony Davis may be out a while, the Los Angeles Lakers have three trades they can make in order to
Bradley Beal’s time with the Washington Wizards has had its highs and lows and it may be coming to an end. The Wizards should trade him while they can. Bradley Beal is currently in his 11th NBA season. He came into the NBA with a league-ready jump shot and the potential to become a great
Myles Turner has been one of the hottest names in NBA trade rumors but the Pacers have just signaled their intention to try and keep him. Myles Turner’s future in Indiana has never looked entirely secure over the past few seasons. He’s been mentioned in trade rumors for years and while the path looked clear
Jeffrey Swinger-USA TODAY Sports NBA rumors are heating up as the trade deadline gets closer and several struggling teams may be reconsidering who they trade and who they keep. Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report rounded up the latest NBA rumors today, with a piece that touched on several surprising players who could be working their
The Lakers are doing LeBron James and Anthony Davis wrong by not going all in and, according to an NBA insider, are unlikely to make the obvious move. According to Sam Amick of The Atheltic, the Los Angeles Lakers are “unlikely” to trade Russell Westbrook before the deadline. As he goes into the report which
Dec 4, 2022; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Pistons forward Saddiq Bey (41) drives to the basket against Memphis Grizzlies forward Dillon Brooks (24) in the second quarter at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Allison Farrand-USA TODAY Sports A half-dozen NBA playoff teams reportedly have interest in Bojan Bogdanovic. But he’s not the only trade target
Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports We aren’t quite sure yet who will be buyers or sellers at the NBA Trade Deadline. But the current buzz is that plenty of talent will be available. We’re exactly two months from this year’s NBA trade deadline — Feb. 9 at 3 p.m. ET, but things are already taking shape.
Nov 2, 2022; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs center Jakob Poeltl (25) reaches for the rebound while defended by Toronto Raptors forward Precious Achiuwa (5) during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-USA TODAY Sports With NBA trade deadline rumors heating up, we look at three teams that could be
Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports As the NBA Trade Deadline approaches, the Bulls may have to consider selling off assets and pivoting toward a rebuild. These three huge trades could get them started. Things have not gone according to plan for the Chicago Bulls this season, who at 11-15 sit in 11th in the Eastern
Nov 14, 2021; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young and forward John Collins (20) celebrate a play during the second half against the Milwaukee Bucks at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports The Hawks have a lot of interest in shaking up their current underachieving roster. Here are three teams
The Lakers are going to take a hard look at every trade possibility between now and the deadline, including a former Laker who has blossomed elsewhere. The Los Angeles Lakers may have turned the corner, winning nine of their last 15 games with a plus-3.7 point differential. But a rough start to the season has
The San Antonio Spurs may be looking to move veteran center Jakob Poeltl but he’s not the only useful piece they could offer a playoff team. The Spurs clearly have their eyes on the future. They have one of the worst records in the league, which means a great shot at landing Victor Wembanyama or
In a mailbag edition of The Whiteboard, we’re answering questions on the latest NBA trade rumors, conference favorites and more. It’s time for a Friday mailbag, answering your questions with all the insight and brevity I can muster. We’ll be back next week with more so if you have questions, comments or trivia you want
The Los Angeles Lakers are exploring all sorts of trade options and a new, multi-player blockbuster rumor has emerged as a possibility. Since early in the offseason we had heard the idea of the Los Angeles Lakers trading Russell Westbrook and their 2027 and 2029 first-round picks to the Indiana Pacers for Myles Turner and
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The Phoenix Suns are going to be shopping for help at the NBA Trade Deadline. They are also currently up for sale, which could complicate things. The Phoenix Suns have been heavily involved in trade rumors since early in the season when it was clear that Jae Crowder wanted out. A few different permutations of
It seems like the Lakers may be trending away from trading Russell Westbrook, but that doesn’t mean he won’t eventually be on the move. Since moving to the bench, things have stabilized a bit for Russell Westbrook and the Lakers. They’ve won nine of their last 15 games and Westbrook has averaged 14.7 points, 7.5
Nov 4, 2022; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Knicks guard Evan Fournier (13) warms up before the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-USA TODAY Sports The Los Angeles Lakers are going to be linked in trade rumors with almost every player who could be available. But who actually
Eventually, every NBA team will be in the mix to trade for Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins. It has become so beyond exhausting how many times Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins’ name has come up in trade rumors in recent years. The former Wake Forest star is Atlanta’s longest-tenured player. He is a borderline All-Star, but
Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports The Knicks are reportedly looking to trade Cam Reddish and plenty of teams should be interested, even with his struggles this season. It appears that Cam Reddish’s time with the New York Knicks may be coming to a close. The former lottery pick is 6-of-29 from beyond the arc over his
Nov 4, 2022; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (00) passes the ball against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first quarter at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Wevers-USA TODAY Sports The reigning champions Golden State Warriors are playing mediocre .500 basketball one quarter into the season. Here are three
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Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports The Los Angeles Lakers are off to a poor start this season, unable to find a rhythm or lineup that works. Here are five moves they can make to save their season. At this point, the Los Angeles Lakers seem to be treading water. It’s unclear if any move they make
Trade rumors are heating up and we’ve cooked up a few debatable NBA trade ideas including Myles Turner, John Collins, Jae Crowder and more. NBA trade rumors are basically a year-round phenomenon but they definitely ebb and flow. Over the past week or two, as the relative strengths and weaknesses of each team have come
John Collins, Atlanta Hawks. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images) Bellator 288: Vadim Nemkov vs. Corey Anderson 2 live results by Thomas Albano Once again, the Atlanta Hawks are making power forward John Collins available for trade. Death, taxes and the Atlanta Hawks putting John Collins on the trade block… Stop me if you’ve heard this one before.
Winning streaks for teams like the Indiana Pacers, San Antonio Spurs and Utah Jazz have changed who might be available on the NBA trade market. We entered this NBA season with what seemed like a pretty clear view of which teams might be racing for the bottom of the standings and a chance at presumed
We’re only seven or eight games into the 2022-23 NBA season. And yet, there are teams who already look like they need a trade. Whether or not you concur with the decision to tank, some teams don’t need a trade, simply because they’re supposed to be terrible. For example, the Houston Rockets. They were destined
Myles Turner would apparently like the Pacers to trade him to the Lakers. But there are a lot of moving parts that could prevent this deal from happening. A weird NBA weekend — Josh Primo released by the Spurs for allegedly exposing himself to multiple women, Kyrie Irving angrily defending his own obviously antisemitic behavior
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The Utah Jazz picked up three more first-round picks in a surprising trade, sending Donovan Mitchell to the Cavs. How many picks do they have now? After weeks of negotiation and speculation focused on the New York Knicks, the Jazz made a hard pivot and traded Donovan Mitchell to the Cleveland Cavaliers. The deal isn’t
Rob Gray-USA TODAY Sports Christian Yelich, Brewers rallied to win it for Mark in the friend zone by John Buhler The trade market for Donovan Mitchell is as wide open as it’s ever been. But the Nets reportedly aren’t interested in pursuing him. The New York Knicks signing R.J. Barrett to a four-year, $120 million
Death, taxes and Kevin Love trade rumors — the inescapable bedrocks of human civilization, the givens on which modern culture is based. Kevin Love arrived in Cleveland in 2014-15, joining Kyrie Irving and LeBron James in the name of championship contention. And for almost the entirety of that era, fans and the media etched his individual
Cross the New Orleans Pelicans off the list of Kevin Durant trade destinations. Rumors are they’d prefer to keep Brandon Ingram. As the Kevin Durant trade saga has dragged on in Brooklyn the number of suitors has appeared to shrink dramatically. When Durant first asked to be traded the buzz was that every single team
Jessica Alcheh-USA TODAY Sports PSG’s Mbappe-Neymar feud could lead to team’s undoing this season by Clemente Lisi Kevin Durant is still a member of the Brooklyn Nets and rumors are he’s determined to get himself traded even if it means burning some serious bridges. Kevin Durant sent the NBA offseason ablaze with his trade request
The Knicks remain focused on a Donovan Mitchell trade but, if that deal happens, New York could quickly make another trade involving the Lakers. It’s probably the NBA’s worst-kept secret right now that the New York Knicks want to be the team that wins the Donovan Mitchell trade sweepstakes. The organization has not hidden its
The Boston Celtics offered the Brooklyn Nets Jaylen Brown in a deal to acquire Kevin Durant. Kevin Durant could be going to a division rival, as the Boston Celtics offered Jaylen Brown in a huge trade proposal for the Brooklyn Nets star. News of this massive trade offer first broke overnight in the early hours
The Los Angeles Lakers have three potential trade partners for Russell Westbrook. While it probably serves Russell Westbrook to play out the final year of his contract, the Los Angeles Lakers do have three suitors for the former NBA MVP point guard in an offseason trade. Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium reported on Monday morning that
Houston Rockets guard Eric Gordon. (Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports) With a deal for Kyrie Irving far from certain, Rob Pelinka and the Lakers can still grab one of three stars to strengthen the team this offseason. It’s pretty clear LeBron James wants the Lakers to bring Kyrie Irving to Los Angeles this offseason. It’s also
Utah sports radio host Patrick Kinahan claims that a Donovan Mitchell trade is near completion. Just when we thought the NBA offseason could not get any crazier than the Utah Jazz trading Rudy Gobert to the Minnesota Timberwolves and Kevin Durant wanting off the Brooklyn Nets, more news broke out of the Beehive State. Reports
Brooklyn Nets star Kevin Durant’s trade request may have had more to do with Kyrie Irving. Another interesting wrinkle has developed in the Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving drama-filled saga for the Brooklyn Nets. ESPN’s Dave McMenamin was on The Lowe Post Monday, giving a greater sense of clarity to the chaotic mess that is Brooklyn.
Kyrie Irving seems to have accepted the fact he is likely playing for the Brooklyn Nets this year. In what has been a tumultuous offseason for the Brooklyn Nets, they might actually be able to count on one thing: Kyrie Irving is probably coming back to the team. Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report said on his podcast
The New York Knicks are reportedly ahead of the field to trade for Donovan Mitchell. But they’re trying to pull it off without moving their best young player — R.J. Barrett. The Utah Jazz changed course this week and admitted that they’re open to hearing trade proposals for Donovan Mitchell. The Heat and Knicks were
Photo by Eric Espada/Getty Images Cubs: David Ross gets ejected for arguing Mets pitcher balked by John Buhler The Miami Heat have been linked in trade rumors to Kevin Durant and Donovan Mitchell. But would they settle for Kyrie Irving instead? The Miami Heat are watching and waiting, hoping for a chance to add Kevin
Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images The Suns decided to keep DeAndre Ayton, derailing the plans of the Pacers. If that ruffled the feathers of Myles Turner, Indiana may have to make a trade. In what was a surprisingly fast-paced process with the NBA frozen from Kevin Durant/Kyrie Irving/Donovan Mitchell trade anxiety, the DeAndre Ayton free
The Miami Heat will need to get a third team involved if they want to be the franchise that ends up dealing for Utah Jazz star Donovan Mitchell in a blockbuster trade. Even if the Miami Heat are interested in acquiring Donovan Mitchell from the Utah Jazz, they do not have the assets presently to orchestrate
The Brooklyn Nets would prefer to keep Kevin Durant as opposed to trading him at this point. While it has been a few weeks since Kevin Durant requested a trade, it is the Brooklyn Nets‘ preference to keep the disgruntled superstar as opposed to dealing him for less than market value. NBA insider Brian Windhorst
The Phoenix Suns matched DeAndre Ayton’s offer sheet ‘the minute they received it’, per Adrian Wojnarowski. What this means for Kevin Durant and more: The Suns have matched Ayton’s four-year, $133 million offer sheet, per reports. The Pacers tried to sign Ayton in restricted free agency, but Phoenix will keep his rights, and cannot trade
With news that the Jazz are willing to trade Donovan Mitchell a world of trade possibilities have opened, including a hypothetical Collin Sexton deal. In the immediate aftermath of the Rudy Gobert trade, the Utah Jazz were reported to be standing pat and preparing to build around Donovan Mitchell. However, Adrian Wojnarowski’s reporting earlier this
Photo by Matteo Marchi/Getty Images LeBron James defends his comments on Brittney Griner after social media backlash by Ian Levy The Lakers are reportedly still exploring a trade for Kyrie Irving but having to give up multiple first-round picks may be a sticking point. For the past few days, it’s become increasingly clear that the
The Whiteboard is The Step Back’s daily basketball newsletter, covering the NBA, WNBA and more. Subscribe here to get it delivered to you via email each morning. The shadow of a Kevin Durant trade still looms over the NBA offseason and Adrian Wojnarowski added an extra dose of chaos last night with a report that the
Kevin Durant, Brooklyn Nets. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) White Sox: 3 players who won’t be on the roster past the trade deadline by Noah Yingling The Brooklyn Nets are taking their sweet time for the trade market to develop for Kevin Durant. Though Kevin Durant wants out of there, do not expect the Brooklyn Nets
The Brooklyn Nets are beyond repair, as Kevin Durant wants to be out of there yesterday. Kevin Durant’s relationship with the Brooklyn Nets supposedly fell apart for these two reasons. Howard Beck of Sports Illustrated tried to make sense of all the nonsense regarding the Brooklyn basketball franchise. After gathering intel on the totally toxic situation,
ESPN’s Brian Windhorst predicted Kevin Durant would request a trade well before it happened. Brian Windhorst is not only having the week of his life, but the ESPN NBA insider may have predicted Kevin Durant would request a trade away from the Brooklyn Nets weeks beforehand. Windhorst appeared on Get Up shortly after the 2022
Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports UFC 276 Dricus Du Plessis looks to remind everyone who he is (Video) by Thomas Albano Kevin Durant has officially requested a trade from the Brooklyn Nets and the Miami Heat roster has the pieces to get a deal done. Things have rapidly disintegrated in Brooklyn, with Kyrie Irving loudly exploring
The Chicago Bulls have held on to Zach LaVine. But their work isn’t done and there are plenty more holes to fill on this roster. The Chicago Bulls landed the biggest prize of the offseason so far, retaining Zach LaVine to a five-year deal worth $215.2 million. LaVine is coming off a season in which
You can’t blame the Lakers for trying but it’s no surprise the Pacers weren’t interested in the questionable Russell Westbrook trade package they offered. The Los Angeles Lakers have been signaling their willingness to keep Russell Westbrook into next season but that may be, in part, because they have precious few options for moving him.
Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports Packers: Marcedes Lewis on track to set major tight end record by Eric Treuden LIV Golf rumors: Collin Morikawa denies he’ll follow Brooks Koepka by Drew Koch NBA Draft rumors have pegged several NBA teams as trying to trade down in the top 10. Now the New Orleans Pelicans are reportedly
The Charlotte Hornets might make some moves ahead of the 2022 NBA Draft before hiring their next head coach because that is just who they are as a basketball franchise right now. After being left at the altar by Golden State Warriors assistant Kenny Atkinson, the Charlotte Hornets are not only soldiering on in their long-drawn-out coaching
Nick Wosika-USA TODAY Sports NBA trade rumors: 76ers are shopping everyone but Joel Embiid, James Harden ahead of NBA Draft by John Buhler OG Anunoby’s name has been coming up in NBA trade rumors but the Toronto Raptors seem to know exactly how much leverage they have. OG Anunoby’s name was a surprise to see
Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports Aaron Judge passing on Home Run Derby is a diss to fans by John Buhler Jerami Grant has been included in plenty of NBA trade rumors over the past year. It sounds like he might actually be on the move this offseason. Jerami Grant has blossomed over his two seasons in
The Philadelphia 76ers are looking to reshape their entire roster ahead of the 2022 NBA Draft, seemingly making everyone but Joel Embiid and James Harden available for trade this summer. Good for the Philadelphia 76ers admitting they are not winning an NBA Finals with they way their roster is currently constructed. With the 2022 NBA Draft less than
Andrew Wevers-USA TODAY Sports NL MVP Power Rankings: Paul Goldschmidt vs Manny Machado and more by Drew Koch Riding high after turning Christian Wood into the No. 26 pick, NBA trade rumors have the Houston Rockets looking to pick up another pick. The Houston Rockets picked up the No. 26 pick in the 2022 NBA
Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports The Indiana Pacers appear to be holding onto Myles Turner. But he could fetch a high price on the trade market and these teams could build a compelling offer. The Indiana Pacers dramatically shook up their core at the trade deadline, sending Domantas Sabonis to the Sacramento Kings for Tyrese Haliburton.
The Atlanta Hawks are a potential trade destination for Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert. If Utah Jazz star center Rudy Gobert is dealt this offseason, it might be to the Atlanta Hawks. Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report reported “the Hawks could be the most natural Gobert trade partner for the Utah Jazz.” Fischer’s reporting suggests that
The Atlanta Hawks are reportedly putting forward John Collins on the trading block once again. With the 2022 NBA Draft rapidly approaching, Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins’ name is coming up in trade rumors yet again. Though Collins has spent his entire professional career out of Wake Forest in Atlanta, in addition to getting the
David Banks-USA TODAY Sports Coby White is reportedly on the trading block. Who are some squads that could use the Chicago Bulls combo guard? As the NBA Finals wrap up this week, the eyes of the NBA world will turn to the 2022 NBA Draft. That event is fast approaching (Thursday, June 23) and even
Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images= NBA trade season is on the horizon. Could a league-altering transaction occur this offseason involving OG Anunoby and the Raptors? Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report said in his latest NBA offseason intel piece that OG Anunoby of the Toronto Raptors grew “… dissatisfied at times… ” with his role in
Gregory Fisher-USA TODAY Sports According to recent rumors, the Knicks are very interested in Jaden Ivey. How could they trade up to actually land him in the NBA Draft? The New York Knicks are rumored to be looking for a point guard upgrade this offseason. While Donovan Mitchell and Jalen Brunson are spicier and more
Pairing Zach LaVine with Luka Doncic could get the Dallas Mavericks over the top in the west. While Luka Doncic tasted the first postseason success of his NBA career, the Dallas Mavericks fell in five games to the Golden State Warriors in the 2022 Western Conference Finals. Doncic may be able to score at will, but he
The Philadelphia 76ers see Tyrese Maxey as a building block for them to use going forward. While someone may put together a compelling trade package for Tyrese Maxey this offseason, the Philadelphia 76ers view him as “close to untouchable” in a summer blockbuster deal of sorts. Kyle Neubeck of the Philly Voice reported the 76ers are
Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden (1): Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports The Philadelphia 76ers once again couldn’t get past the second round of the NBA playoffs. With Joel Embiid’s prime quickly passing by, what are the priorities this offseason? The Philadelphia 76ers forced its fanbase to go through The Process. For four straight seasons, they were
Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (right): Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports The Phoenix Suns were supposedly a lock to make it to the NBA Finals this season. Now, after losing in round two, there is a lot to figure out for the future of this franchise. This was supposed to be an easy road to
Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell (45): Rob Gray-USA TODAY Sports Donovan Mitchell will be one of the most intriguing trade pieces until he is moved this offseason. Which teams can put forth the most intriguing trade proposals? The Utah Jazz are likely going to change the roster in a major way. Is there any player
Credit: Alex Goodlett/Getty Images The Utah Jazz could shake things up this offseason by trading one of their stars, and here are five teams who could make an intriguing offer for Rudy Gobert. The Utah Jazz won the Northwest Division for the second straight year this year. They also made a first-round playoff exit for
Although James Harden has his sights set on Philadelphia, Joel Embiid apparently had another acquisition in mind: Washington Wizards’ Bradley Beal. Inside reports from the Brooklyn Nets camp have indicated that there was a growing distance between Kevin Durant and James Harden for months on end, with Harden gradually withdrawing from the organization. With that
Photo by Steven Ryan/Getty Images Erin Andrews on Tom Brady: ‘He’s my inspiration’ by Aryanna Prasad With the NBA trade deadline arriving on Thursday at 3 p.m. ET, will Brooklyn Nets star James Harden end up getting sent out of town? All eyes are on James Harden right now. With the trade deadline arriving on
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21): Daniel Dunn-USA TODAY Sports The San Antonio Spurs are basically playing for NBA Draft position right now, but they actually can make a few moves to set up their next dynasty. The NBA Trade Deadline is here, and the San Antonio Spurs are in a spot that fans aren’t
Scott Wachter-USA TODAY Sports Georgia football: Kirby Smart rolled up to SEC coaches meetings in legendary fashion by Braulio Perez The Raptors finally found a home for Goran Dragic, flipping him to the San Antonio Spurs for Thad Young. How will this deal work out for both teams? The Toronto Raptors acquired Goran Dragic this
Rob Pelinka, Los Angeles Lakers. (Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports) Chiefs: Travis Kelce won’t ever get over Super Bowl loss by Aryanna Prasad Rob Pelinka may not have been entirely truthful about consulting LeBron James over potential trades to improve the Los Angeles Lakers roster at the NBA trade deadline. The Los Angeles Lakers were
Until the very last moment, it seemed like it might not happen. But it did, so who won the James Harden for Ben Simmons swap? First, it just made sense on paper. Then it began leaking from fake trades on Twitter to actually sourced rumors. We’ve known for days that both the Philadelphia 76ers and
Both the Sacramento Kings and New Orleans Pelicans took bold swings head of the NBA trade deadline, but where will those moves ultimately take them? Both the blessing and the curse of building around someone like Zion Williamson is the urgency he places upon the present. A player this dominant, this soon with this kind of
The Whiteboard is The Step Back’s daily basketball newsletter, covering the NBA, WNBA and more. Subscribe here to get it delivered to you via email each morning. Four teams got a jumpstart on the NBA Trade Deadline with a pair of massive Tuesday trades. The Sacramento Kings sent Tyrese Haliburton, Buddy Hield and Tristan Thompson to
The Whiteboard is The Step Back’s daily basketball newsletter, covering the NBA, WNBA and more. Subscribe here to get it delivered to you via email each morning. We’re just four days away from the NBA Trade Deadline and we’ve already seen some dominoes fall with the Cleveland Cavaliers picking up Caris LeVert from the Pacers for
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The Washington Wizards look set to be active on the trade market, including some motivation to move guard Spencer Dinwiddie. The Washington Wizards started this season nicely (10-3), but they’ve since faded to being outside the play-in tournament if the playoffs started today. A shakeup could be coming as the Feb. 10 trade deadline gets
Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (33): Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports The Boston Celtics are going in circles and a trade could be just what they need to help them recover their mojo. Here are five possibilities. Over halfway into the season, the Boston Celtics continue to hover around .500, miring in mediocrity, and furthering the
Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images Klay Thompson has nothing but praise for rookie Jonathan Kuminga by Braulio Perez Could the Sacramento Kings end up parting ways with De’Aaron Fox to try and land star big man Domantas Sabonis? There’s plenty of intrigue leading up to the 2022 NBA trade deadline. With the big day
Indiana Pacers guard Chris Duarte (3): Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports The NBA Trade Deadline is fast approaching and after an entire season of speculation and rumors, it’s time to see who are the legitimate trade candidates on the market. The New York Knicks got things going, trading Kevin Knox and a protected first-round pick for
It’s a matter of when the 76ers trade Ben Simmons, but they are reportedly trying to attach Tobias Harris to a deal. Depending on the week, or even the day, the Philadelphia 76ers may or may not be close to trading Ben Simmons and a new rumored suitor may even emerge. On the new suitor
Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images 5 schools that should hire Deion Sanders after he flipped Travis Hunter by John Buhler NBA rumors indicate the Sacramento Kings are uninterested in Indiana Pacers big men on the trading block, instead looking at Philadelphia 76ers Ben Simmons. Ranked tenth in the Western Conference, the Sacramento Kings will
According to Bleacher Report, the Los Angeles Lakers are already having internal conversations about trading Russell Westbrook as Dec. 15 approaches. With the NBA season in full swing, Dec. 15 has the potential to change up rosters and shift playoff potential for teams looking for an edge. On Wednesday, the majority of players who signed
According to Bleacher Report, the Brooklyn Nets have expressed a “surprising willingness” to trade sharpshooter Joe Harris as NBA trades open up this week. On Dec. 15, the trading period begins that could rock the NBA with seismic shifts across the league. Players who signed contracts as free agents last year will soon be eligible
As the Portland Trail Blazers take on the Golden State Warriors, Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard addressed rumors about his unhappiness in Portland. There’s been a lot of talk surrounding Damian Lillard and the Trail Blazers this week, and Lillard has heard enough of it. As the 11-14 Trail Blazers prepare to take on the
Myles Turner trades are being shopped by the Pacers as Indiana looks to rebuild and this Hornets trade that would land the big man could be perfect. The Charlotte Hornets dropped their second game in three nights to the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night, dropping the franchise to 14-13 on the season and the No.
Myles Turner, Indiana Pacers. (Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports) Mets: Max Scherzer makes choice for manager brutally obvious by Braulio Perez With the Indiana Pacers heading towards a rebuild, here are three trade pieces Golden State Warriors general manager Bob Myers can send to Indianapolis for star big man Myles Turner. Myles Turner could be had off the
Ben Simmons, Philadelphia 76ers. (Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports) Can Lakers make a trade to take advantage of Pacers’ rebuild? by Aryanna Prasad Daryl Morey has plenty of pathways towards striking a deal with the Indiana Pacers to get Ben Simmons off the books for the Philadelphia 76ers. Philadelphia 76ers president of basketball operations Daryl Morey
Minnesota sports journalist Jon Krawczynski revealed on his podcast that the Minnesota Timberwolves may be interested in acquiring Myles Turner. The Minnesota Timberwolves may have a middling 11-12 record in the Western Conference, but they are still faring better than Wolves fans expected this season. Minnesota could strengthen their roster in certain areas, especially by
Ashley Landis/Pool Photo-USA TODAY Sports Though the 2021-22 NBA season is still in its infancy, the early results already beckon for some franchises to swing a big trade. What’s the best part about the NBA? Trading, of course! The season is about a fifth of the way finished and a handful of teams already ride
David Banks-USA TODAY Sports Russell Westbrook joins historic list with 7000th career rebound by Braulio Perez The Chicago Bulls have gotten off to an incredibly fast start but that doesn’t mean their roster is set. Reports are they’re open to trading Coby White. KC Johnson of NBC Sports Chicago said in an interview with Hoops
Before being traded to the Lakers, Russell Westbrook attempted to urge then-teammate Bradley Beal to request a trade to get away from the Washington Wizards. Fans all over the league have been urging Bradley Beal to get free from the Washington Wizards but time after time, he has reasserted his commitment to the organization. On
In an interview on Tuesday, Golden State Warriors owner Joe Lacob made it clear that the Warriors were not looking to trade for Ben Simmons. One thing is for certain, Ben Simmons will never play for the Philadelphia 76ers again. He’s made that much very clear. He also won’t be suiting up in a Golden
Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images 5 players the Browns need to play well to beat Chiefs by John Buhler The Cleveland Cavaliers have been active this offseason and rumors are they’re still pursuing one more trade, for the Philadelphia 76ers’ Ben Simmons. At this point, we’ve heard just about every possible permutation of a Ben
Ben Simmons has given the 76ers an ultimatum. They need to find a trade partner but here’s why the Sacramento Kings are probably out. On Tuesday, it was reported that Ben Simmons had given the Philadelphia 76ers an ultimatum — if they didn’t find a trade for him he would refuse to report to training
Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 38 NCAA football Colorways Available Now by Nathan Cunningham Ben Simmons has been linked to the Warriors in plenty of trade rumors, but even with his new trade demand, a deal seems unlikely. Ben Simmons is doing his best to force the Philadelphia 76ers to compromise on
Ben Simmons, Philadelphia 76ers, Jaden McDaniels, Minnesota Timberwolves. (Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports) Here’s why a Ben Simmons trade with the Warriors probably isn’t happening by Ian Levy One team that could be in the mix to deal for Philadelphia 76ers star Ben Simmons is the Minnesota Timberwolves. With Ben Simmons wanting to no longer play
Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports After the fight: The lasting impact of Jake Paul vs. Tyron Woodley by Jeremy Herriges Ben Simmons trade rumors are heating up and the latest have implied that Tyrese Maxey is likely to be headed out with Simmons in any deal. The percolating Ben Simmons trade mess has reached a rolling
Damian Lillard and Ben Simmons need to be traded. While a straight-up swap would work, it’s more fun to get a third team involved. It’s time to stop dancing around it. It’s time to make the move. The rumors, swirling. The sources, anonymous. The players, cryptic. Two enormous dominos from opposite coastlines still have to
It seems inevitable Ben Simmons will be traded, but are the Spurs and Timberwolves now the top two suitors? Ben Simmons and the Philadelphia 76ers are headed for a parting of ways, it’s really just a matter of time before a trade happens. Philadelphia will have to come down from a high asking price, and
Damian Lillard, Portland Trail Blazers, LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) Field of Dreams game was a perfect blend of past and present by David Salituro Damian Lillard just dropped huge hint about him wanting to join the Los Angeles Lakers. After nine years starring for the Portland Trail Blazers, Damian Lillard has
Per one interesting announcement from Bleacher Report’s Jake Fischer, the Utah Jazz are open to trading forward Bojan Bogdanovic, forward-guard Joe Ingles, small forward Royce O’Neale, and the No. 30 pick of the 2021 NBA Draft. Fischer stated, “The Utah Jazz are known to be one of the few teams actually searching to move playoff-tested
A pair of surprising lottery teams are reportedly aggressively pursuing disgruntled Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard. Forget the NBA Finals for a minute. The next-biggest story in the league right now is the uncertainty around Damian Lillard and the Portland Trail Blazers. Although a trade this summer still feels unlikely, when it comes down
Damian Lillard Warriors rumors are already starting, as Golden State has reportedly held internal discussions on how to make a trade happen. Remember when it was rumored that Kevin Durant was going to be a target for the Golden State Warriors? We all laughed it off, but the joke was on the rest of the
Ben Simmons, Philadelphia 76ers, D’Angelo Russell, Minnesota Timberwolves. (Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports) Here is how All-Star point guard Ben Simmons could get trade from the Philadelphia 76ers to the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Cleveland Cavaliers or the Toronto Raptors this offseason. Philadelphia 76ers point guard Ben Simmons has a robust trade market, one that includes reported
Damian Lillard, Portland Trail Blazers. (Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports) UFC Vegas 31: Islam Makhachev vs. Thiago Moisés weigh-in results by Jake Foley The Damian Lillard era of Portland Trail Blazers basketball may be coming to an end. After nine seasons with the Portland Trail Blazers, All-NBA point guard Damian Lillard is expected to request
Damian Lillard should have a big trade market if the Portland Trail Blazers put him on the block. After nine years in the Pacific Northwest, All-NBA point guard Damian Lillard may have played his last game for the Portland Trail Blazers. Lillard has been all-league on six occasions, as well as a six-time Western Conference All-Star.
Damian Lillard, Portland Trail Blazers, New York Knicks. (Mandatory Credit: Craig Mitchelldyer-USA TODAY Sports) 3 teams who should be ready to sign Allen Robinson next offseason by Brad Berreman The New York Knicks will have to give up the farm to be able to trade for Damian Lillard. With Portland Trail Blazers star point guard Damian
Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports Steam is picking up on the Ben Simmons trade rumors, and it doesn’t look to slow down anytime soon. Five teams have been directly linked to Simmons; here’s a way each of them can pull off the big move. According to The New York Times‘ Marc Stein, there are five
Ben Simmons, Philadelphia 76ers, LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers. (Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports) Legendary Ohio football coach Frank Solich announces his retirement by Ethan Lee The Los Angeles Lakers have the trade assets to acquire Philadelphia 76ers star Ben Simmons. With Philadelphia 76ers star point guard Ben Simmons potentially on the trading block, the Los
Collin Sexton could be on the move from Cleveland and the New York Knicks are the most aggressive team trying to trade for the Cavs high-scorer. The Cleveland Cavaliers don’t have to trade Collin Sexton, but the trade rumors are hot and heavy for the former first-round pick out of Alabama. Sexton is eligible for
Damian Lillard, Portland Trail Blazers, Steph Curry, Golden State Warriors. (Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports) Details emerge after Richard Sherman arrested on domestic violence charge by Josh Hill The Golden State Warriors have the trade pieces for Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard. Damian Lillard has been a mainstay on the Portland Trail
Damian Lillard has a slew of trade options and the Philadelphia 76ers have the right pieces to get him out of Portland if that’s what he wants. As Damian Lillard has been preparing for the Summer Olympics in Tokyo, he has told numerous outlets including NBC Sports that he’s adamant about keeping trade rumors in the
Ben Simmons will be a fixture of trade speculation in the 2021 NBA offseason, but the Philadelphia 76ers may be better off keeping him for the time being. Ben Simmons’ future with the Philadelphia 76ers appears more tenuous than ever after his latest playoff collapse against the Atlanta Hawks. With All-Star center Joel Embiid firmly
Marc Gasol, Los Angeles Lakers. (Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports) The Los Angeles Lakers must put together a strong trade package to acquire a third star player. After bowing out in the first round of the Western Conference Playoffs to the division rival Phoenix Suns, the Los Angeles Lakers fully understand they have some work to
Kevin Love, Cleveland Cavaliers, Trevor Ariza, Miami Heat. (Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports) Kevin Love may have played his last game for the Cleveland Cavaliers heading into the summer. With the Cleveland Cavaliers potentially reshuffling the deck this offseason, their All-Star forward Kevin Love could be on the trading block once again. Since arriving
Kemba Walker, Boston Celtics, Alex Caruso, Los Angeles Lakers. (Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports) The Los Angeles Lakers are in dire need of adding a third star during the 2021 NBA offseason. After winning the 2020 NBA Finals in the Orlando bubble, the Los Angeles Lakers fell out in the first round of
Damian Lillard may be traded this offseason, but probably not to the Golden State Warriors. With Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard not exactly thrilled with the franchise hiring Chauncey Billups as their next head coach, he could ask for a trade, but he is probably not going to the Golden State Warriors. Lillard may
James Wiseman, Golden State Warriors, Pascal Siakam, Toronto Raptors. (Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports) Who is Dee Devlin? by Maria Morales The Golden State Warriors could trade James Wiseman and the No. 7 overall pick to the Toronto Raptors for former All-Star Pascal Siakam. Needing to make the NBA Playoffs after a two-year postseason absence, the Golden
Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images There will be a robust trade market for Cleveland Cavaliers guard Collin Sexton this offseason. After three years playing for the Cleveland Cavaliers, it seems as though Collin Sexton’s days in Northeast Ohio are numbered. Sports Illustrated’s Jeremy Woo reported that Cleveland is exploring trade options for their former first-round pick out of
Collin Sexton, Cleveland Cavaliers. (Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports) Charles Rosa says he’s won 10k betting on Patriots and Tom Brady but lost a lot too (Video) by Zain Bando The Cleveland Cavaliers are looking at potentially trading guard Collin Sexton this offseason. Promising combo guard Collin Sexton may have played his last game for the Cleveland
A simple Ben Simmons for CJ McCollum trade would make the Philadelphia 76ers and Portland Trail Blazers rosters so much better. With the Philadelphia 76ers and the Portland Trail Blazers having major roster issues, it would make all the sense in the world for these two playoff teams to strike a deal that sends Ben
Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports As the Boston Celtics and Kemba Walker moved toward parting ways, these five teams should call to make a deal. The Boston Celtics losing to the Brooklyn Nets in five games in the first round of the playoffs wasn’t that surprising. But how quickly changes started was, with news
Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports Damian Lillard hasn’t requested a trade from the Portland Trail Blazers yet, but these five NBA teams should have offers ready in case he does. To this point, there has been no indication that Damian Lillard wants to leave the Portland Trail Blazers. To this point, Dame has remained
Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images Nuggets are bringing home JaVale McGee in trade with Cavaliers by Ian Levy NBA rumors: More than half the league has expressed interest in Norman Powell by Brad Berreman The Chicago Bulls appear to be done playing it slowly. They’ve engineered a huge deal to land Nikola Vucevic from the
Mar 19, 2021; Tampa, Florida, USA; Toronto Raptors forward Norman Powell (24) drives to the basket against the Utah Jazz during the third quarter at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports Bulls swing for the fences, pull off huge trade for Nikola Vucevic by Ian Levy The Toronto Raptors are in a rare
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It’s rare to see a win-win trade at the NBA Deadline, but credit the Raptors and Trail Blazers for achieving just that with the Norman Powell deal. The Raptors approached the NBA Trade Deadline with quite a few decisions to make. One of their biggest calls was to decide whether or not Norman Powell was
The Denver Nuggets came out of nowhere to jump the Celtics and pull-off a surprise deal to land Aaron Gordon from the Orlando Magic. Pieces are being moved around the NBA ahead of today’s 3 p.m. EST trade deadline. Nikola Vucevic has just been sent to the Chicago Bulls and it looks like Orlando has
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Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports NBA trade grades: Raptors land clever replacement for Norman Powell by Rucker Haringey Raptors take the first step, trading Norman Powell to the Trail Blazers by Steven Kubitza The 76ers have landed veteran point guard George Hill in a three-team trade with the Thunder and Knicks ahead of today’s 3
Trading for Nikola Vucevic will help the Bulls make the playoffs this season, but they paid far too much for a veteran center who can’t protect the rim. The Bulls approached this year’s NBA Trade Deadline with a clear mandate to strengthen this year’s roster to make a playoff push. Unfortunately for fans in Chicago,
Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports Chiefs re-sign Demarcus Robinson to bolster receiver depth by Matt Verderame Cavs will buyout Andre Drummond, freeing him from trade rumor purgatory by Josh Hill Down to the wire, Kyle Lowry had been linked to the Lakers, 76ers and Heat. In the end, the Toronto Raptors decided to keep their point
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Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports 5 players Saints should draft in the first round by Rucker Haringey The bigger deals have yet to take shape but the Detroit Pistons and Sacramento Kings found a smaller swap that works for both sides. While we’re waiting for the real fireworks to being, the Detroit Pistons and Sacramento Kings
Victor Oladipo, Houston Rockets. (Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports) Clippers finally get their point guard, land Rajon Rondo from the Hawks by Bre’ana Singleton The Heat have landed a last-second deal to bring Victor Oladipo to Miami in hopes of getting back to championship contention. Just as time expired. This year’s NBA trade deadline
Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports Kent Bazemore is second Warriors’ player to say he won’t get COVID vaccine by Ian Levy JaVale McGee has been surfacing in a slew of trade rumors. Now the Cavaliers have reportedly moved him to the Denver Nuggets. The Cavaliers have made the first move in their crowded frontcourt, reportedly trading
The Los Angeles Lakers need to make a move at the trade deadline. Would they really consider trading Montrezl Harrell to the Hornets? The NBA Trade Deadline is just two days away and the rumors are flying, with the Lakers in the center of many of them. The defending champions will obviously be looking to
George Hill, Oklahoma City Thunder. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images) NBA rumors: 1 major hiccup preventing Kyle Lowry trade to Heat by Braulio Perez The Oklahoma City Thunder have reportedly set their own deadline when it comes to fielding offers for point guard George Hill. The 2021 NBA trade deadline is on Thursday, March 25. It feels more
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Lonzo Ball, New Orleans Pelicans. (Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports) March Madness: We all owe Jim Boeheim, Syracuse basketball a big apology by Mike Phillips Zion Williamson is on a tear not seen since prime Shaq by Alicia de Artola One name to watch ahead of the 2021 NBA trade deadline is New Orleans Pelicans
Despite the Atlanta Hawks being the hottest team in basketball, power forward John Collins is drawing considerable trade interest from at least five different teams. Could he be dealt by Thursday? If the Atlanta Hawks give John Collins the 1994 Dominique Wilkins treatment, the City of Atlanta will be big mad. While the Hawks are winners of
Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 schedule: How to watch and betting lines by Mike Phillips Jerami Grant rumors have been swirling this offseason and the Boston Celtics are reportedly interested in pursuing him ahead of Thursday’s deadline. By this Thursday, March 25, at 3 p.m. ET NBA teams will need to have
Credit: Michael Reaves/Getty Images NBA trade rumors: Warriors are actively shopping Kelly Oubre Jr. by Steven Kubitza The Cleveland Cavaliers have received interest from the Dallas Mavericks and Toronto Raptors in regards to center Andre Drummond. The NBA trade deadline is only a couple of days away, and all eyes will be on the Cleveland
Kyle Lowry, Toronto Raptors. (Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports) Bellator 256: Liz Carmouche vs. Vanessa Porto official for April 9 by Amy Kaplan Kyle Lowry may want to stay with the Toronto Raptors, but if he is traded, his preferred destination would be to the Miami Heat. Thursday is the 2021 NBA trade deadline, so the clock
Mar 18, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Ricky Rubio (9) makes a pass against the Phoenix Suns in the first half at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports 23 incredible sports photos from Getty Images this week by Ian Levy The Los Angeles Clippers are in the market for a
Kyle Lowry, Toronto Raptors. (Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports) Michael Chandler’s latest Instagram post will get you excited for UFC 262 or you are dead inside by Thomas Albano The Miami Heat want to make moves ahead of the 2021 NBA trade deadline. Two players they have their eyes on are Toronto Raptors point
Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports With the NBA trade deadline approaching, these five teams are expected to be buyers on the market. The 2021 NBA trade deadline is just over a week away, which means trade season (and NBA rumors in general) are heating up! As the March 25 deadline approaches, teams typically fall
According to the latest NBA rumors, the Miami Heat are exploring a deal for Trevor Ariza. The Miami Heat make a ton of sense as a buyer heading into the 2021 NBA Trade Deadline, but this probably wasn’t what most people had in mind. According to The Ringer’s Kevin O’Connor, the Heat are exploring a
Boston Celtics team president Danny Ainge is the king of *almost* acquiring every available star on the NBA trade market. If a star became available in the NBA over the past five years, the Boston Celtics almost certainly sniffed around at some point. Armed with a cache of draft picks and promising prospects from his
Not so surprisingly, several teams are interested in Myles Turner, according to the latest NBA trade rumors. Modern big men who can block shots and hit 3-pointers are at a premium in the NBA. Given that Myles Turner theoretically possesses both of those skills, as well as how the Indiana Pacers have struggled recently, it’s no
In this week’s NBA Power Rankings, we’re looking at which teams have the most leverage as we approach the all-important trade deadline. Our new look NBA Power Rankings are back, a non-traditional structure for a non-traditional era of professional basketball. The world is no longer just about wins and losses and teams are no longer
The Cleveland Cavaliers are receiving tons of calls about Larry Nance Jr. but it doesn’t seem like they’re willing to budge. The Cleveland Cavaliers have looked like a team in need of a true superstar ever since LeBron James left for the second time in 2018. While their blooming backcourt of Colin Sexton and Darius
James Harden joins the Boston Celtics’ ever-expanding list of “the ones that got away.” No disrespect to general manager Danny Ainge, but someone’s got to tell him to stop leaking these things to the press. It’s just not a good look at this point. According to the latest NBA rumors from The Athletic‘s Sam Amick, the
Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports As the 2021 NBA Trade Deadline approaches, the following five teams should be sellers. The 2021 NBA Trade Deadline is nearly upon us, and as trade season heats up, it’s always worth asking which teams should be considered buyers and which are more likely to be sellers. For playoff-caliber
Kyle Lowry, Toronto Raptors. (Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports) Clemson football: Travis Etienne’s NFL Draft stock soars after blazing 40 at Pro Day by John Buhler No matter how it ends, point guard Kyle Lowry plans to retire as a member of the Toronto Raptors. With the 2021 NBA trade deadline looming, one
Kyle Lowry’s contract may prevent him from getting moved at the NBA trade deadline. The NBA trade deadline takes place on March 25 and there is expected to be tons of movement. One of the larger names that keeps coming up in trade rumors is Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry, who was reportedly linked to
As the Memphis Grizzlies weigh a move over the next couple weeks, Gorgui Dieng has surfaced as a name to watch. Coming out of the All-Star break, the Memphis Grizzlies are a .500 team (16-16) and within range of a playoff spot in the Western Conference (10th place). The question they have to ask themselves
Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images Giants putting themselves in tough spot with Leonard Williams tag by Rucker Haringey NBA rumors: Cavs’ asking price may make an Andre Drummond trade hard by Ian Levy Thad Young is one of the most appealing players who could be on the market at the trade deadline. But the Bulls
The Cavs are fielding offers for Andre Drummond but their reportedly firm asking price may make it hard for them to find a deal. One way or another, the Cleveland Cavaliers‘ frontcourt is going to thin out before the trade deadline. The Cavs currently have Jarrett Allen, Larry Nance Jr., Kevin Love, Andre Drummond and
With the Orlando Magic floating near the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings, four playoff teams are eyeing star center Nikola Vucevic. The 2021 NBA All-Star Game is in the books, which means the trade deadline is on the horizon. March 25 is the date that team executives will keep an eye on, as playoff
The Miami Heat are healthy and trending up but they’ll still need an offensive upgrade for a deep playoff run. Where could they look for help? Things are definitely looking up for the Miami Heat. After injuries and absences wracked their rotation early in the season, they’re finally starting to get healthy and build momentum.
Marvin Bagley, Sacramento Kings. (Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports) 3 moves Steelers can make thanks to Ben Roethlisberger’s new contract by Rucker Haringey Nikola Jokic is looking forward to an All-Star weekend cheat day by John Buhler The Sacramento Kings could be looking to move on from big man Marvin Bagley via trade. Former
P.J. Tucker could be heading to the Philadelphia 76ers soon. Speculation continues to swirl around Houston Rockets forward P.J. Tucker, and it’s no surprise his name keeps popping up in NBA rumors given the state of his current team. As losers in 13 straight games, the Rockets are in a miserable place heading into the
The Chicago Bulls might be wary to part ways with Zach LaVine, but they should be open to dealing Thaddeus Young. Here are six teams that could trade for him. In a season dominated by COVID-19, NBA teams may be hesitant to shake up their rosters too much. The unprecedented variance of player performance (and
The Boston Celtics have been in an ugly slide with their championship hopes fading. An NBA Trade Deadline deal could be just the thing to right their ship. It’s been a tough stretch for the Boston Celtics lately. Since Jan. 27, they’ve lost seven of 18 games, getting outscored by an average of 2.0 points
Victor Oladipo, Houston Rockets. (Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports) UFC 259 weigh-in live stream: Watch Jan Blachowicz vs. Israel Adesanya online by Thomas Albano The Houston Rockets are going nowhere fast and shooting guard Victor Oladipo wants out, possibly to the Miami Heat. No team in the NBA is playing worse than the Houston
While the Boston Celtics try to figure out how to save their season, Danny Ainge is still reflecting on trades that almost happened. The Boston Celtics have very obviously regressed since their bubble experience last season. Many NBA fans expected the team to be championship contenders at the season’s start but just over a week
Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports 3 surprise cuts the Colts could make this offseason by Brad Berreman The Dallas Mavericks continue to struggle this NBA season and it looks like the organization may be shopping around Kristaps Porzingis. NBA fans had to be excited to see the growth of the Dallas Mavericks this season after the
The Dallas Mavericks are reportedly shopping around Kristaps Porzingis and the Golden State Warriors could possibly be interested. This NBA season has not gone as planned for neither the Dallas Mavericks nor the Golden State Warriors. After finishing last year as one of the most exciting young teams in the league, the Mavericks currently hold the
Demarcus Cousins, Houston Rockets. (Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports) Chris Mack featured in clip trash talking Kentucky and John Calipari (Video) by Braulio Perez Houston Rockets head coach Stephen Silas deflects the Demarcus Cousins situation as merely rumors and nothing more. A day after rumors first surfaced over the Houston Rockets potentially parting ways with Demarcus
DeMarcus Cousins, Houston Rockets. (Mandatory Credit: Carmen Mandato/Pool Photos-USA TODAY Sports) 3 ways Jalen Hurts is an immediate upgrade over Carson Wentz for Eagles by Matt Lombardo DeMarcus Cousins and the Houston Rockets are expected to part ways in the coming days. Only 25 games into his Houston Rockets tenure, and former All-Star center DeMarcus
The Lakers will want to consider adding a big man while Anthony Davis remains out with his calf injury. The Los Angeles Lakers have been dealt a tough blow regarding Anthony Davis. The All-Star big man is out at least four weeks with a calf strain and it is possible the injury lingers. Now the
Credit: Michael Reaves/Getty Images Jessica Pegula, daughter of Bills and Sabres owners, pulls off massive Australian Open upset by John Buhler Bucs nearly cut Leonard Fournette until Antonio Brown stepped in by Cole Thompson The Cleveland Cavaliers are on the precipice of moving center Andre Drummond, possibly to the Toronto Raptors. With the Cleveland Cavaliers
The March 25 NBA trade deadline can’t come soon enough for these title hopefuls that need to bolster their rosters. As the first half of the 2020-21 NBA season winds down, front offices across the league need to conduct objective evaluations of their respective teams. Are they good enough to win this year’s championship as
As the March 25 NBA trade deadline approaches, the Los Angeles Lakers may be looking to add a veteran like Trevor Ariza to their roster. NBA teams are coming to a better understanding of exactly where they are as the All-Star Game swiftly approaches. While the Eastern Conference struggles to find five teams that will
Blake Griffin, Detroit Pistons. (Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports) Dak Prescott’s brother claps back at ‘rumor’ Cowboys could release him by Cole Thompson After parts of four seasons with the Detroit Pistons, Blake Griffin is on his way out. The Detroit Pistons will hold out power forward Blake Griffin until they are able to
Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images Kelvin Gastelum feels more ‘present’ heading into UFC 258 by Nicole Bosco The New York Knicks already added a veteran to the backcourt, trading for Derrick Rose. Now they reportedly have their eyes on Bradley Beal and Victor Oladipo. The Knicks have had a surprisingly strong season thus far. Julius
Derrick Rose trade rumors are already swirling ahead of the deadline. Backup guard and former MVP Derrick Rose is currently stranded on a Detroit Pistons team with the most losses in the NBA, but he might not have to waste away on an Eastern Conference basement-dweller for much longer. According to The Athletic’s Shams Charania,
The latest NBA trade rumors suggest the Warriors are open to moving Kelly Oubre Jr. The Golden State Warriors hoped Kelly Oubre Jr. would be part of a new foundation after trading for him in the offseason. Now, it appears they’re already open to moving him if the right deal materializes. According to The Athletic’s