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• Miami Heat Reportedly Targeting Star-Studded 2027 Free Agency Class
Planning for a Major Summer The Miami Heat are reportedly keeping their financial flexibility intact as they prepare for what could be a historic free agency class in 2027. According to ESPN’s Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst, the Heat are structuring their roster and salary cap with the goal of making a major splash when […] The post Miami Heat Reportedly Targeting Star-Studded 2027 Free Ag...2025
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• East Notes: Heat, Tyler Herro, Hawks, Dyson Daniels, Raptors

Heat Tyler Herro wants to stay in Miami, but an extension doesn’t look close. According to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, there haven’t been any substantive talks between Herro and the Heat, and a preseason deal is considered doubtful. Because Herro still has two guaranteed years left on his contract, he won’t be eligible to extend during […] The post East Notes: Heat, Tyler Herro, Hawks, Dyson Dan...2025
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• Extension Rumors: Herro, Heat, Porzingis, Daniels, M. Robinson
Although All-Star guard Tyler Herro has expressed interest in signing a contract extension with the Heat before the regular season begins, there haven’t been substantive discussions to this point, according to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, who hears from sources that a preseason deal is doubtful. Because Herro has two guaranteed seasons left on his current contract, […]...2025
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• Kawhi Leonard's health could impact NBA landscape

During a recent episode of ESPN's "NBA Today," Brian Windhorst admitted that if Leonard stays healthy, the Clippers will be a force to be reckoned with....2025
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• 76ers Optimistic About Joel Embiid’s Knee Injury Recovery
The Philadelphia 76ers are still hoping superstar center Joel Embiid will make a full recovery from knee surgery and go back to posting consistent numbers as a former NBA MVP and five-time All-NBA member. 76ers Have Not Given Up On Joel Embiid ESPN’s Brian Windhorst reported Monday on his Hoop Collective podcast the Sixers are […] The post 76ers Optimistic About Joel Embiid’s Kne...2025
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• NBA Notes: Hornets, LaMelo Ball, Kings, Keegan Murray, Nuggets

Hornets Not everyone around the league is convinced LaMelo Ball can be the long-term face of a winning franchise. That’s according to ESPN’s Tim MacMahon, who discussed the Hornets’ outlook alongside Brian Windhorst and Tim Bontemps on The Hoop Collective podcast. MacMahon said it’s not a controversial take among NBA insiders to question whether Ball […] The post NBA Notes: Hornets, LaMelo B...2025
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• 76ers Optimistic About Joel Embiid’s Knee Injury Recovery
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• Brian Windhorst said 76ers’ Paul George could be out for ‘quite a while’
In 2024-25, the Philadelphia 76ers finished 24-58, their worst record since 2015-16. Additionally, the 76ers missed the playoffs for the first time in seven seasons. Last year, the team had several star players miss significant time due to injury. One was nine-time all-star Paul George. He played in 41 games last season for Philadelphia. George […] The post Brian Windhorst said 76ers’...2025
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• Celtics Continue To Explore Trading Anfernee Simons

The Boston Celtics are continuing to be active in trade talks as they are evaluating their options on moving Anfernee Simons to another team after acquiring him from the Portland Trail Blazers as part of the Jrue Holiday deal. Simons, who is represented by Bill Duffy, is on an expiring contract worth $27.7 million. "I have talked to other teams who have said they are actively trying to trade Anfe...2025
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• Bucks' Financial Logic Behind Damian Lillard Waive-and-Stretch Move Explained

Jon Horst and the Milwaukee Bucks took the unprecedented move to use the waive-and-stretch provision on the remaining $113 million on Damian Lillard's contract. Lillard is not expected to play next season due to his Achilles injury, leaving the Bucks with $54.1 million in dead money. ESPN's Brian Windhorst explained the financial strategy behind Milwaukee's decision on Wednesday's Hoop Collective ...2025
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• Suns, Magic Inquired With Cavaliers On Darius Garland Trade

As the Phoenix Suns canvassed the league in search for a Kevin Durant trade, they inquired with the Cleveland Cavaliers on a trade for Darius Garland. The Cavaliers wanted other assets along with Durant from the Suns in exchange for Garland. Phoenix eventually moved forward with a trade sending Durant to the Houston Rockets for Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the No. 10 pick and five second round pick...2025
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• Thunder Making Calls To Trade Up From No. 15, No. 24

The Oklahoma City Thunder were making calls on Tuesday trying to move up as they currently own the No. 15 and No. 24 selections in Wednesday's draft. The Thunder have a surplus of future picks and have traded up in the past to target specific players. "Do you know that yesterday the Thunder were making calls to move up in the draft? " said Brian Windhorst on First Take. "On the parade day. They ha...2025
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• ‘Won Over Millions’ — Brian Windhorst Pays Tribute to Tyrese Haliburton After Devastating Achilles Injury
Brian Windhorst praised Tyrese Haliburton after his devastating Achilles injury in Game 7, saying the Pacers star won over millions of fans despite the loss....2025
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• Report: Cavaliers’ Darius Garland To Miss Start Of Next Season
According to Shams Charania and Brian Windhorst of ESPN, Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Darius Garland will miss the start of next season. Garland had surgery Monday to repair the left big toe injury that troubled him during the 2025 playoffs and is expected to miss four to five months. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland underwent successful […] The post Report: Cavaliers&#...2025
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• NBA trade rumors: 2 Kevin Durant suitors emerge, latest Giannis update, and Cavs star available

Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images Here are the latest NBA trade rumors on Kevin Durant, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and a Cleveland star potentially on the block. The 2025 NBA Finals are in full swing between the Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder, but it’s already the offseason for the other 28 teams in the league. ESPN insider Shams Charania has predicted this will be the “craziest” su...2025
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• Raptors Making Noise About Pursuing Major Trade

The Toronto Raptors have emerged in league circles as a team with ambitions to make a major move this offseason. This maneuvering comes on the heels of their trade for Brandon Ingram at the deadline along with the Boston Celtics expected to take a step back next season due to the Jayson Tatum injury and luxury tax concerns, along with the potential availability of Giannis Antetokounmpo. "I don't ...2025
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• How the Suns became the NBA sleeping giant they were always destined to be
Photo by Barry Gossage / NBAE via Getty Images The Phoenix Suns are finally realizing the potential the franchise always had. Near the end of the American Civil War, following early settlements by Native Americans, Mormon missionaries, and Mexican immigrants, a prospector named Jack Swilling traveled south from communities in Arizona’s Vulture Mountains to the Salt River Valley and what wo...2023
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• LeBron James once gained seven pounds in one playoff game
We’ve become accustomed to seeing the slimmed-down version of LeBron James — the one that follows a strict diet, does not drink beer and avoids eating out.But James, even when he was in his prime, wasn’t always lean.The Cavs star hovered around 270 pounds for a good chunk of his career, as he ate what he wanted, and was still dominant on the court.James, however, once managed to gain a whopping se...2018
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• JR Smith Cleared of Wrongdoing in Alleged 2015 Fan Incident: Details, Reaction
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• LeBron James to Re-Sign with Cavaliers: Latest Contract Details and Reaction
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"Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst canvass the league after a week of offseason chaos."

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"Kevin Durant should be considered a potential candidate to play for Team USA at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, according to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst."

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"Kevon Looney was a late scratch as a starter for Game 2 v Lakers as he came down with an illness just before tip-off, but Brian Windhorst isn’t buying that."

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"But the level of concern around the league certainly skyrocketed when Brian Windhorst had this to say: “It’s not good."

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"Brian Windhorst of ESPN had this to say about Thompson, “The whispers around the league right now about […] The post Klay Thompson injury update will have Dubs fans hyped appeared first on ClutchPoints."

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"Denver Nuggets star big man Nikola Jokic has tested positive for COVID-19 in Serbia, per Adrian Wojnarowski and Brian Windhorst of ESPN."

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"Trade rumors continue to swirl around Cavaliers forward Kevin Love, with Shams Charania of The Athletic and ESPN’s Brian Windhorst becoming the latest to weigh in on Love’s situation."

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"Kevin Love will likely miss six to eight weeks after suffering a fractured left hand, sources told ESPN's Brian Windhorst."

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"As if things haven't been going well enough for the streaking Cavaliers, they could soon be closer to full strength according to ESPN's Brian Windhorst."

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"Walton played under Jackson with the Los Angeles Lakers, and ESPN's Brian Windhorst noted sources suggest he will be near the top of New York's wish list."

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"And according to Brian Windhorst of ESPN, the Cavs will be looking for major input from LeBron James as they construct their roster for next season: James' foreseeable future is in Cleveland."

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"The 39-year-old free agent is leaning towards retiring from the NBA rather than attempt to sign with a team for the second half of the season, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst reported recently, via ESPN Cleveland."

• Miami Heat Reportedly Targeting Star-Studded 2027 Free Agency Class
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• East Notes: Heat, Tyler Herro, Hawks, Dyson Daniels, Raptors
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• Extension Rumors: Herro, Heat, Porzingis, Daniels, M. Robinson
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• Eventual Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Has Been Expected 'For Quite Some Time'

Giannis Antetokounmpo appears to be taking some initial steps towards an exit from the Milwaukee Bucks as he enters the 2025-26 season with some level of hope that their reshaped roster could make them contenders again in a depleted Eastern Conference. There is belief around the NBA that Antetokounmpo will eventually be traded, but it became clear the parties involved in the situation weren't prep...2025
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• Jonathan Kuminga’s Agent Says Warriors Never Offered 5-Year, $150M Deal
Amid the prolonged contract stalemate between Jonathan Kuminga and the Golden State Warriors, Kuminga’s agent, Aaron Turner, has now denied a rumor that his client turned down a lucrative extension offer last summer. Warriors Didn’t Want To Extend Jonathan Kuminga Last Summer Appearing on “The Hoop Collective” podcast, Turner told ESPN’s Brian Windhorst and Anthony [&...2025
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• Rockets Notes: Eason, Durant, Playing Time, Owens, Korkmuz, Sengun
Many people around the league believe the Rockets will work out a long-term extension with Tari Eason before giving one to Kevin Durant, William Guillory of The Athletic reports. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst recently reported that Durant and the Rockets are expected to reach an extension agreement at some point. Eason has an expiring contract — […]...2025
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• ESPN Insider Reveals If Lakers Star LeBron James Has Decided On Impending NBA Retirement
Brian Windhorst offered his take on LeBron James' future in the NBA as the four-time champion gears up for his 23rd year in the league....2025
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• Lauri Markkanen Could Become NBA's Most Interesting Trade Candidate

Lauri Markkanen was a constant in trade rumors during the 2024 offseason before signing a five-year, $238 million renegotiate-and-extend contract with the Utah Jazz. After a disappointing 2024-25 season where his PER dropped from 21.2 to 15.6, Markkanen was conspicuously absent from trade rumors. If Markkanen has a bounce back season following his impressive performances in EuroBasket, Zach Lowe c...2025
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• Kevin Durant, Rockets Expected To Reach Agreement On Contract Extension
ESPN’s Brian Windhorst reported Friday that Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets have already had conversations about a new contract extension this summer, but the two sides have yet to reach an agreement. “The Rockets and Durant have had discussions about a new contract and there is belief they will come to terms, sources said, […] The post Kevin Durant, Rockets Expected To Reac...2025
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• Knicks, Karl-Anthony Towns Haven’t Discussed Contract Extension
The New York Knicks and star center Karl-Anthony Towns have yet to negotiate a contract extension this summer, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst reported Wednesday on The Hoop Collective podcast. Karl-Anthony Towns Has Three Years Left On His Contract Towns, who was acquired from the Minnesota Timberwolves last October, is entering the second season of a four-year, […] The post Knicks, Karl-Antho...2025
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• Ben Simmons Expected To Sign Soon; Knicks, Suns, Celtics Reportedly Interested

Ben Simmons remains unsigned after finishing the 2024-25 season with the Los Angeles Clippers, but a deal is expected within the next week. Simmons has been connected to the Phoenix Suns, New York Knicks and Boston Celtics. "I'm told he's probably going to make a choice in the next week," wrote ESPN's Brian Windhorst on Threads. "Knicks, Suns and yes, Celtics have all been connected to him." Simmo...2025
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• Ben Simmons Expected To Sign Soon With Knicks, Suns, Celtics Reportedly Interested

Ben Simmons remains unsigned after finishing the 2024-25 season with the Los Angeles Clippers, but a deal is expected within the next week. Simmons has been connected to the Phoenix Suns, New York Knicks and Boston Celtics. "I'm told he's probably going to make a choice in the next week," wrote ESPN's Brian Windhorst on Threads. "Knicks, Suns and yes, Celtics have all been connected to him." Simmo...2025
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• The Suns and Timberwolves had ‘in-depth discussions’ this offseason about trading Kevin Durant to Minnesota
After three seasons with the Phoenix Suns, he was traded this offseason to the Rockets. Initially, the Timberwolves were thought to be favorites to land Durant. However, Durant had no interest in playing for Minnesota. As a result, a trade never happened between the Suns and Timberwolves. Recently, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst shared the details of […] The post The Suns and Timberwolves had...2025
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• Luka Doncic Could Wait Until Mid-September To Make Lakers' Contract Decision

Luka Doncic does not become eligible for a contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers until August 2nd, but he may elect to wait until after the conclusion of Eurobasket in September before finalizing a decision. "The number one most important thing for the Lakers this offseason is getting Luka Doncic into a contract extension, which they can do after August 2nd," said ESPN's Brian Windhorst o...2025
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• Celtics Continue To Explore Trading Anfernee Simons
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• Nickeil Alexander-Walker Less Likely To Remain With Wolves Than Julius Randle, Naz Reid

The Minnesota Timberwolves have three key free this offseason in Julius Randle, Naz Reid and Nickeil Alexander-Walker. The Wolves could theoretically keep all three players, but keeping both Randle and Reid appears more likely than also retaining Alexander-Walker along with them. Alexander-Walker's value around the NBA has increased significantly over the past two seasons with the Wolves. "The Ti...2025
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• Devin Booker Expected To Sign Two-Year, $150M Extension With Suns

The Phoenix Suns have had significant upheaval to their roster over the past few seasons, but Devin Booker has remained the constant and the two sides plan for that to continue for the foreseeable future with a record-setting contract extension. Booker previously signed a four-year, $220 million supermax extension with the Suns during the 2022 offseason. "We have big positive news potentially comi...2025
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• Lakers' Sale Could Strengthen Team With Expected Modernization, Increased Resources

The Los Angeles Lakers have long operated as a small family business under the Buss family, who have agreed to sell their majority stake to Mark Walter at a $10 billion valuation. The Lakers could become even more formidable with substantial financial backing behind them, similar to what Walter accomplished when he purchased the Los Angeles Dodgers. "This is one of the biggest things that's happen...2025
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• Celtics' Brown, Horford Led Crucial Team Meeting Before Game 5; Tatum Also Sent Encouraging Message

The Boston Celtics responded to both the loss of Jayson Tatum and the challenge of facing a 3-1 deficit by defeating the New York Knicks by a final score of 127-102 in Game 5. After losing Tatum to a ruptured Achilles in Game 4 on Monday, the Celtics held a team meeting between games on Tuesday. "They had a team meeting on Tuesday," said Brian Windhorst on Wednesday evening's Sports Center. "Befor...2025
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• There are no easy solutions for the Cavs’ NBA Playoffs problems

Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images The Cavs’ latest second round loss in NBA Playoffs brings a new set of questions Patience is not fun, at all. We demand harvest from our efforts, immediate earnings for our time well spent. If we don’t secure a bag this time around, then at least give us a pattern. Something to tell us the next time will be different. Cleveland and all if its Cavaliers mus...2025
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• ESPN Now Reports Lakers Did Notify LeBron James About Mark Walter Sale
NBA insiders Ramona Shelburne and Brian Windhorst of ESPN are now reporting that the Los Angeles Lakers notified LeBron James of the Mark Walter sale. Shelburne and Windhorst originally reported that the Lakers never told James about the sale. “When the Buss family agreed to sell a majority stake in the franchise to Mark Walter […] The post ESPN Now Reports Lakers Did Notif...2025
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• Devin Booker Expected To Sign Two-Year, $150M Extension With Suns
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• Brian Windhorst expects a ‘modernization’ of the Lakers with sale of Buss family’s majority ownership
On Wednesday afternoon, the NBA landscape was hit with shocking news. After 46 years, the Buss Family has decided to sell the majority ownership of the Los Angeles Lakers. TWG Global CEO Mark Walter is expected to pay approximately $10 billion, the highest sale ever for a US sports franchise. With this sale, NBA insiders […] The post Brian Windhorst expects a ‘modernization’ of ...2025
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• Lakers' Sale Could Strengthen Team With Expected Modernization, Increased Resources
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• Bucks Rumors: Giannis, Tax, Lopez, Portis, Point Guards
After stating during multiple television appearances this week that a Giannis Antetokounmpo trade appears unlikely to happen in the short term, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst reiterated that point on Friday in a an ESPN.com story co-authored by Tim Bontemps. At the moment, Windhorst and Bontemps say, the expectation around the NBA is that Antetokounmpo will still […]...2025
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• Giannis Antetokounmpo Hasn't Requested Trade; Bucks Plan To Continue Building Around Star
One month after Giannis Antetokounmpo was reportedly open-minded about a potential future where he leaves the Milwaukee Bucks, there have been no further updates on what he prefers to do as the offseason quickly approaches. Because there has been no trade request signaled to the Bucks, the front office is planning for Antetokounmpo to remain with the franchise and they will continue to build aroun...2025
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• The Knicks want Jason Kidd as head coach, but Mavs hold all the cards

Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images The Knicks know who they want for their next head coach, but the Mavs still hold all the cards. The New York Knicks’ head coaching search always felt like it was going to get weird after firing Tom Thibodeau following the franchise’s longest playoff run in 25 years. Whispers about Jay Wright and Jeff Van Gundy never really passed the smell test, and hiri...2025
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• What the Darius Garland Trade Chatter Really Means for the Cavaliers

So now the Cavaliers are “open-minded” about trading Darius Garland. That’s the word from ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, who appeared on Cleveland’s ESPN 850 and painted a picture that’s somewhere between “we’re listening” and “bring us a Godfather offer and we won’t hang up.” A year ago? Garland was supposedly untouchable. This year? Things have “shifted.” […] The post What the Darius Garland Trad...2025
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• NBA trade rumors: 2 Kevin Durant suitors emerge, latest Giannis update, and Cavs star available
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• Brian Windhorst Boldly Claims Tyrese Haliburton Is ‘Having the Greatest Run of Clutch Shooting’ in NBA History
Brian Windhorst says Tyrese Haliburton is having the greatest run of clutch shooting in NBA history. Discover how he is redefining playoff moments....2025
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• LeBron James Reportedly Expected to Influence Cavaliers' Free-Agency Spending
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• Windhorst: Why Curry is the future
Sure, LeBron James owns the NBA right now, but the future looks like it could be in Steph Curry's hands, writes Brian Windhorst....2015
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• Mo Williams to Cavaliers: Latest Contract Details, Comments and Reaction
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• Russell Westbrook Reportedly Will Consider Signing with New York Knicks in 2017
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• Report: Ray Allen is leaning toward retirement
There likely are a number of NBA teams that would love to have Ray Allen’s services. Unfortunately, it appears they all might be out of luck. The 39-year-old free agent is leaning towards retiring from the NBA rather than attempt to sign with a team for the second half of the season, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst reported recently, via ESPN Cleveland. Allen last played for the Miami Heat, joining the c...2014
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• LeBron James Jr. Reportedly Has Scholarship Offers from Duke, Kentucky
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• Sources: George could return within a week
The Indiana Pacers are targeting Paul George's return within the next week, multiple sources told ESPN's Brian Windhorst....2015
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• Dwyane Wade Rumors: Cavaliers Reportedly 'An Option' for Heat SG
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• Report: LeBron a ‘long-shot’ to sign with Lakers, won’t take less than max
If LeBron James decides to leave the Cleveland Cavaliers again in free agency next summer, the one team that we keep hearing him linked to is the Los Angeles Lakers. In reality, Magic Johnson landing LeBron may be less realistic than many believe.In a lengthy piece that discusses some of the storylines surrounding James’ future, ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne and Brian Windhorst reported that it is a “lo...2017
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• Breaking Down Cleveland Cavaliers' Power Forward Position for 2014-15 Season
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• NBA Notes: Rockets, Kevin Durant, Cam Reddish, Trey Lyles

The Rockets have plenty of business to handle as training camp draws closer. Per William Guillory of The Athletic, many around the league believe Houston will first look to finalize a long-term extension with forward Tari Eason before completing one with Kevin Durant. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst has also reported that a Durant extension is expected, […] The post NBA Notes: Rockets, Kevin Durant, ...2025
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• Brian Windhorst said 76ers’ Paul George could be out for ‘quite a while’
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• Brian Windhorst says the Boston Celtics are still ‘actively’ trying to trade Anfernee Simons
During the 2025 playoffs, All-NBA PF Jayson Tatum tore his Achilles. That was a massive loss for Boston, both in the present and for their 2025-26 season. Barring a major recovery. Tatum is expected to miss most, if not all, of next year. Without Tatum, the Celtics have made several changes ahead of 2025-26. This […] The post Brian Windhorst says the Boston Celtics are still ‘actively...2025
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• Nikola Jokic Believed To Be Pleased With Nuggets' Offseason Moves

Nikola Jokic publicly urged the Denver Nuggets to add depth to their roster this offseason and have responded by turning Michael Porter Jr., Russell Westbrook and Dario Saric into Cam Johnson, Bruce Brown Jr., Tim Hardaway Jr. and Jonas Valanciunas. "The Nuggets have their new backcourt, and I was told that-and Mr. Jokic has not spoken on the record, at least in English, about this that I've seen-...2025
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• LeBron James May Have Limited Options If He Pursues Trade From Lakers

LeBron James not only exercised his $52.6 million player option for the 2025-26 season with the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday, but also cast doubt on whether he is completely sold on the direction of the team this offseason. James' agent, Rich Paul, told ESPN that they are evaluating his situation with his goal of competing for championship in mind. "I felt they were clear as mud," said Brian Wind...2025
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• Brian Windhorst believes Anthony Edwards can lead the Timberwolves to an NBA championship
In 2024-25, the Minnesota Timberwolves finished sixth in the West at 49-33. For the second consecutive postseason, the team made an appearance in the Western Conference Final. However, the Timberwolves were beaten in five games on both occasions. During the 2025 playoffs, Minnesota lost to the eventual champions, the Oklahoma City Thunder. Despite how talented […] The post Brian Windhorst b...2025
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• Nickeil Alexander-Walker Less Likely To Remain With Wolves Than Julius Randle, Naz Reid
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• Spurs Lead Kevin Durant Trade Sweepstakes Over Heat, Rockets
The San Antonio Spurs are the odds-on favorite to land Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant, according to BetOnline. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Saturday night that Durant’s preferred trade destinations include three teams: the Miami Heat, Houston Rockets, and Spurs. Spurs Are More Likely To Trade For Kevin Durant ESPN’s Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst also […] The post Spurs ...2025
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• The Knicks want Jason Kidd as head coach, but Mavs hold all the cards
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• Report: Cavaliers’ Darius Garland To Miss Start Of Next Season
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• Lakers Appear To Be Planning On 2025-26 Being Final Season With LeBron James

LeBron James has been in Northeast Ohio this offseason, which has fueled speculation that he could be angling an exit from the Los Angeles Lakers to rejoin the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Cavaliers functionally couldn't acquire James unless they trade Donovan Mitchell for him straight up, or if he takes a buyout from the Lakers that they are highly disincentivized from agreeing upon. If James takes a...2025
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• Giannis Antetokounmpo Says 'We'll See' On Remaining With Bucks

Giannis Antetokounmpo spoke about his future with the Milwaukee Bucks during a YouTube livestream with iShowSpeed in which he was non-committal either way, which supports the reporting from ESPN's Shams Charania that the superstar is evaluating his options this offseason. The Bucks gambled on a future that continues to include Antetokounmpo when they decided to use the waive-and-stretch provision ...2025
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• NBA Insider Boldly Compares Bucks’ Myles Turner Signing, Shocking Damian Lillard Decision to Deshaun Watson’s $230M Browns Deal
The Milwaukee Bucks made a shocking decision to waive Damian Lillard to make room for the addition of free agent center Myles Turner on Tuesday. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst compared the Bucks’ decision to the Cleveland Browns’ ill-fated trade for Deshaun Watson. Brian Windhorst Bashes Milwaukee Bucks’ Decision With Deshaun Watson Comparison The Bucks will waive […]...2025
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• LeBron James Viewed By Lakers As Expiring Contract

The Los Angeles Lakers are viewing LeBron James as an expiring contract as they build around Luka Doncic for the future. James opted into his $52.6 million player option Sunday, but agent Rich Paul's accompanying statement raised questions about his Lakers future. ESPN's Brian Windhorst reported Wednesday on First Take that the Lakers did not pursue substantive contract extension discussions with ...2025
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• ‘This Is the Beginning of the End’ — ESPN’s NBA Insider Offers Grim Take on LeBron James’ Future With Lakers
Brian Windhorst further fueled speculations of a potential LeBron James exit after the Lakers went quiet at the beginning of the free agency....2025
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• Rich Paul Gave Lakers, Luka Doncic Advanced Notice On LeBron Statement, Rest Of NBA Surprised

Rich Paul gave advance notice to both the Los Angeles Lakers and LeBron James' teammates before releasing a statement about James' championship aspirations alongside news that the superstar was exercising his $52.6 million player option for the 2025-26 season. Paul's comments immediately sparked speculation that James could be exploring a potential trade from the Lakers, though rival teams were ca...2025
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• Ace Bailey’s messy drama with the Utah Jazz, explained

Brad Penner-Imagn Images Ace Bailey doesn’t want to play for the Jazz. Now what? It hasn’t even been two days since the 2025 NBA Draft and there’s already massive drama brewing. Ace Bailey, who was selected with the 5th pick by the Jazz is blowing off the team, decided not to fly to Utah with fellow first round pick Walter Clayton Jr. Now there are questions on whether the team can convinc...2025
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• Kevin Durant Trade To Rockets Driven By Ime Udoka Influence, Low Cost

Ime Udoka was instrumental in the Houston Rockets' decision to acquire Kevin Durant from the Phoenix Suns. The groundwork for this move was laid last June when Houston obtained several future draft picks from Phoenix through a trade with the Brooklyn Nets. This transaction sparked speculation that the Rockets were positioning themselves to target either Durant or Devin Booker. Initially, Rafael St...2025
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• Ime Udoka, Low Trade Price Led To Rockets Trading For Kevin Durant

Ime Udoka was instrumental in the Houston Rockets' decision to acquire Kevin Durant from the Phoenix Suns. The groundwork for this move was laid last June when Houston obtained several future draft picks from Phoenix through a trade with the Brooklyn Nets. This transaction sparked speculation that the Rockets were positioning themselves to target either Durant or Devin Booker. Initially, Rafael St...2025
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• Ime Udoka, Low Trade Price Led To Rockets Trading For Ime Udoka

Ime Udoka was instrumental in the Houston Rockets' decision to acquire Kevin Durant from the Phoenix Suns. The groundwork for this move was laid last June when Houston obtained several future draft picks from Phoenix through a trade with the Brooklyn Nets. This transaction sparked speculation that the Rockets were positioning themselves to target either Durant or Devin Booker. Initially, Rafael St...2025
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