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• Blazers Center Robert Williams Out 4-6 Weeks After Knee Surgery
Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III will miss the next four to six weeks after undergoing surgery to address inflammation in his left knee. NBA insider Chris Haynes was first to report. Williams has played in 20 games this season, averaging 5.8 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks in 18 minutes per game. It […] The post Blazers Center Robert Williams Out 4-6 Weeks After Knee Su...2025
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• Robert Williams III To Miss 4-6 Weeks After Arthroscopic Procedure

Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III will miss at least four-to-six weeks due to undergoing an arthroscopic procedure in his knee, according to NBA insider Chris Haynes (Twitter link). Williams had been dealing with inflammation in the knee. Given that there is less than a month left in the regular season, this will almost assuredly […]...2025
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• Doc Rivers Meets With Damian Lillard, Giannis Antetokounmpo Following Loss To Warriors

Doc Rivers called a meeting with Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo to address the Milwaukee Bucks' struggles following a 104-93 loss to the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday night, according Chris Haynes. The meeting was an "open forum" for Lillard and Antetokounmpo to provide input on how to improve the team. "It was a constructive session, with each individual allowed to share their perspe...2025
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• Eastern Notes: Bucks, Okogie, Raptors, Cavs, Wizards
Bucks head coach Doc Rivers met after Tuesday’s loss to Golden State with Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard, according to NBA insider Chris Haynes, who reports (via Twitter) that the session served as an “open forum” for the Bucks stars to share ideas for how to get the team out of its recent slump. As […]...2025
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• Report: Doc Rivers called meeting with Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard after Bucks’ loss to Warriors
According to NBA insider Chris Haynes, Doc Rivers called a meeting with Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard after the Milwaukee Bucks lost to the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday (3/18). The Bucks have been struggling lately. They are only 5-5 in their last 10 games. Sources: With Bucks struggling and after dispirited loss to Warriors, […] The post Report: Doc Rivers called ...2025
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• Matisse Thybulle Set To Make Season Debut
Trail Blazers wing Matisse Thybulle, who has missed the entire 2024/25 season so far, will be available to play on Wednesday vs. New York, reports NBA insider Chris Haynes (Twitter link). Thybulle underwent a procedure in October, just before the start of the regular season, to address inflammation in his right knee. It wasn’t supposed […]...2025
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• Blazers Center Robert Williams Out 4-6 Weeks After Knee Surgery
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• NBA Insider Delivers Crucial Jalen Brunson Update After Knicks Star Suffered Ankle Injury vs. Lakers
NBA insider Chris Haynes delivered crucial updates on Jalen Brunson's ankle injury after the New York Knicks star hurt his ankle on Thursday night....2025
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• Optimism That Jalen Brunson Only Suffered Sprained Ankle Versus Lakers

There is optimism that Jalen Brunson only suffered a sprained ankle during the New York Knicks' 113-109 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers in overtime, sources told Chris Haynes. Brunson suffered the injury when he stepped on Austin Reaves' foot in overtime. Brunson had 39 points and 10 assists at the time of the injury....2025
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• Mavs Notes: Hardy, Davis, Martin, Jones, Jensen
The Mavericks‘ injury report went from bad to worse on Tuesday when word broke that Kyrie Irving has sustained a torn ACL in his left knee and will miss the rest of the 2024/25 season. That’s not the only concerning injury news that has come out of Dallas today. According to NBA insider Chris Haynes […]...2025
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• Bucks’ Portis Suspended 25 Games For Violating Anti-Drug Policy
Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis Jr. has been suspended 25 games for violating the NBA’s anti-drug policy. NBA insider Chris Haynes was first to report. Portis tested positive for Tramadol, an opioid pain medication. This is a key blow for Milwaukee as the final stretch of the regular season begins. Portis is in the midst […] The post Bucks’ Portis Suspended 25 Games For Viol...2025
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• Milwaukee Bucks' Bobby Portis suspended 25 games for violating NBA's anti-drug policy

Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis has been suspended 25 games for violating the NBA's anti-drug policy, according to Chris Haynes and ESPN's Shams Charania....2025
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• Bulls Sign Jahmir Young To Two-Way, Waive Adama Sanogo

The Chicago Bulls will waive Adama Sanogo from his Two-Way contract, reports Chris Haynes. Sanogo will be out at least the next four weeks with a knee injury. Sanogo, who went undrafted in 2023 out of UConn, has appeared in four games with the Bulls this season. Sanogo has also appeared in 22 games with the Windy City Bulls, averaging 16.6 points, 10.7 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 28.1 minutes. In ...2025
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• Rockets injury update: Jabari Smith Jr. is targeting a return on February 21
On Sunday night, the Rockets beat the Raptors 94-87. They improved to 33-20 on the season. However, Houston has lost four of their last six games. Since January 3, Rockets’ Jabari Smith Jr. has been out with a fractured hand. NBA insider Chris Haynes reported that Smith Jr. is targeting a return for February 21. […] The post Rockets injury update: Jabari Smith Jr. is targeting a retur...2025
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• Rockets’ Jabari Smith On Track To Return After All-Star Break
Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. is targeting a February 21 return from the hand injury that has sidelined him since early January, reports NBA Chris Haynes (Twitter video link). Assuming Smith hits that target date, he would be back in action for Houston’s first game after the All-Star break, at home vs. the Timberwolves. However, […]...2025
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• Jimmy Butler trade grades for Warriors-Heat blockbuster ahead of deadline

Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images Let’s grade the trade sending Jimmy Butler to the Golden State Warriors. The long Jimmy Butler trade saga has finally reached a conclusion. The Golden State Warriors acquired Butler from the Miami Heat for Andrew Wiggins, Dennis Schroder, Kyle Anderson, and a top-10 protected first-round pick, according to ESPN insider Shams Charania. Schröder is going to...2025
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• JR Smith Cleared of Wrongdoing in Alleged 2015 Fan Incident: Details, Reaction
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"Schröder is going to the Utah Jazz, and Kyle Anderson is going to the Detroit Pistons, per insider Chris Haynes."

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"NBA insider Chris Haynes has recalled a hilarious story about how Draymond Green wouldn’t let him interview any Warriors players and accused him of spying."

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"Davis suffered a concussion and was escorted out of the Chase Center in a wheelchair, according to NBA Insider Chris Haynes."

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"Porter has signed a two-year contract with the Toronto Raptors in NBA free agency, per Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports."

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"According to Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports, McGee has just agreed to a one-year deal with the Suns: Free agent center JaVale McGee […] The post BREAKING: JaVale McGee signs one-year, $5 million deal with Suns appeared first on ClutchPoints."

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"According to Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports, the league will move on from Spalding to Wilson effective as of the 2020-21 season."

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"According to Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports (Twitter link), Ja Morant will return to action on Monday night vs."

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"Steve Kerr said he meant to send a direct message when he tweeted criticism toward the NBA for allowing players like James Harden to travel, and the league won't discipline him for it, sources tell ESPN's Chris Haynes."

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"ESPN's Marc Stein and Chris Haynes are reporting on a potential three-team trade that would send Pacers All-Star Paul George to Cleveland and Cavaliers forward Kevin Love to the Nuggets."

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""I fell, and I didn't fall on my own," Durant said afterward, per Chris Haynes of ESPN."

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"com's Marc Stein reported Jefferson's agreement with the Cavaliers: Chris Haynes of the Cleveland Plain Dealer confirmed the agreement and reported that Jefferson will be making the league minimum with the Cavaliers."

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"According to a recent report by Northeast Ohio Media Group's Chris Haynes, James won't be afraid to leave Cleveland again if it's the "appropriate business decision."

• Spurs Sign Bismack Biyombo For Rest Of Season

March 3: As expected, Biyombo has officially been signed for the remainder of the 2024/25 season, the Spurs today announced in a press release. February 28: The Spurs plan to sign Bismack Biyombo for the remainder of the season once his second 10-day contract expires, sources tell NBA insider Chris Haynes (Twitter link). The 32-year-old center […]...2025
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• Meyers Leonard Announces Retirement

Former NBA big man Meyers Leonard has officially retired as a basketball player, announcing the news on Instagram (hat tip to Chris Haynes). After playing a modest role as a freshman at Illinois, Leonard had a breakout sophomore season back in 2011/12 with the Illini and was selected No. 11 overall in the 2012 draft. […]...2025
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• Mavs Signing Kai Jones To Two-Way Deal; Moses Brown Hits Free Agency

Kai Jones, who was waived earlier Saturday by the Clippers, is expected to sign a two-way contract with the Mavericks once he clears waivers, sources tell NBA insider Chris Haynes. The 24-year-old center saw limited playing time in 28 games with the Clippers this season, averaging 2.2 points and 1.6 rebounds in 7.4 minutes per […] The post Mavs Signing Kai Jones To Two-Way Deal; Moses Brown ...2025
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• Spurs Signing Bismack Biyombo For Remainder Of Season

The Spurs plan to sign center Bismack Biyombo for the remainder of the season once his second 10-day contract expires, sources have confirmed to NBA insider Chris Haynes. The 32-year-old has appeared in six games since joining the Spurs on February 9, averaging 5.7 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 1.0 blocks in 16 minutes per game. […] The post Spurs Signing Bismack Biyombo For Remainder Of Season ...2025
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• Spurs To Sign Bismack Biyombo For Rest Of Season
The Spurs plan to sign Bismack Biyombo for the remainder of the season once his second 10-day contract expires, sources tell NBA insider Chris Haynes (Twitter link). The 32-year-old center has appeared in six games since signing the first deal with San Antonio on February 9. He’s averaging 5.7 points, 5.0 rebounds and 1.0 blocks […]...2025
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• Bulls Sign Jahmir Young To Two-Way, Waive Adama Sanogo
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• Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to Represent Himself in Contract Talks

In a bold move ahead of a potential NBA super-max extension, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has parted ways with his agents at Wasserman and will now represent himself in contract negotiations, per league insider Chris Haynes. Gilgeous-Alexander, a two-time All-NBA selection and the 2024 MVP runner-up, is set to become eligible for a four-year, $293.4 million super-max […] The post Thunder’s ...2025
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• Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Parts Ways With Agents, Will Represent Himself On Supermax

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has parted ways with Thaddeus Foucher and Joe Smith as his agents, sources tell Chris Haynes. Foucher and Smith are agents with Wasserman. Gilgeous-Alexander, who will become eligible to sign a four-year, $294 million supermax extension during the 2025 offseason, will represent himself for his standard NBA contracts. Gilgeous-Alexander will become the first player to earn a...2025
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• Jahlil Okafor To Sign 10-Day Contract With Pacers
Veteran big man Jahlil Okafor is signing a 10-day contract with the Pacers, NBA insider Chris Haynes tweets. The No. 3 pick of the 2015 draft hasn’t played in the league since the 2020/21 season, when he appeared in 27 games with the Pistons. Okafor has played 247 regular-season games in his career, with stints […]...2025
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• Pacers Signing Jahlil Okafor To 10-Day Deal; Alex Len Out

Veteran center Jahlil Okafor is signing a 10-day contract with the Indiana Pacers, according to NBA insider Chris Haynes. Okafor, 29, was the third overall pick in the 2015 NBA Draft but has not played in the league since the 2020-21 season. During that campaign, he appeared in 27 games for the Detroit Pistons. Over […] The post Pacers Signing Jahlil Okafor To 10-Day Deal; Alex Len Out appea...2025
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• Blazers Center Robert Williams Out 4-6 Weeks After Knee Surgery
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• Optimism That Jalen Brunson Only Suffered Sprained Ankle Versus Lakers
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• Mavs Signing Kai Jones To Two-Way Deal; Moses Brown Hits Free Agency
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• Kai Jones Plans To Sign Two-Way Contract With Mavericks

Kai Jones, who was released earlier today by the Clippers, expects to sign a two-way deal with the Mavericks once he clears waivers, sources tell NBA insider Chris Haynes (Twitter link). The 24-year-old center saw limited action in 28 games with L.A. this season, averaging 2.2 points and 1.6 rebounds in 7.4 minutes per night. […]...2025
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• Pacific Notes: Budenholzer, Booker, Bol, Jemison, Goodwin, Curry
Weeks ago, Suns head coach Mike Budenholzer reportedly called on star Devin Booker to “tone it down vocally” during games, reports NBA insider Chris Haynes (Twitter link). According to Haynes, Booker was surprised at the request. As Haynes points out, Booker seemed to allude to that conversation during his post-game remarks on Thursday when he […]...2025
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• Spurs Signing Bismack Biyombo For Remainder Of Season
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• Spurs To Sign Bismack Biyombo For Rest Of Season
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• Bulls Sign Jahmir Young To Two-Way, Waive Adama Sanogo
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• Jimmy Butler trade grades for Warriors-Heat blockbuster ahead of deadline
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• Terry Rozier under federal investigation over suspicious gambling activity

Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images Bizarre gambling activity around Terry Rozier’s performance in a 2023 game has put the Heat guard under federal investigation Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier is being investigated by federal authorities after he checked out of a game early in 2023 following a big rush of money on “under” prop bets against the New Orleans Pelicans when he was with the Charlo...2025
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• Kawhi Leonard Steps Away From Clippers After Family Was Affected by Wildfires
Los Angeles Clippers star forward Kawhi Leonard is reportedly stepping away from the team to be with members of his family who were affected by the ongoing wildfires in the L.A. area. According to NBA insider Chris Haynes, some of Leonard’s family members were forced to evacuate because of the wildfires. Los Angeles Clippers star […] The post Kawhi Leonard Steps Away From Clippers Afte...2025
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• Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard Away From Team As Result Of LA Wildfires

Kawhi Leonard will be absent from the Los Angeles Clippers’ lineup on Wednesday as the team travels to Denver to face the Nuggets, the team announced. According to NBA insider Chris Haynes, Leonard is away from the team to be with family in the Los Angeles area, who were forced to evacuate due to the […] The post Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard Away From Team As Result Of LA Wildfires appeared...2025
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• Kawhi Leonard Away From Clippers, With Family Due To L.A. Wildfires
Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard has been ruled out for Wednesday’s game in Denver for personal reasons, the team announced today. According to NBA insider Chris Haynes (Twitter link), Leonard is away from the Clippers to be with family in the Los Angeles area who were forced to evacuate due to the ongoing wildfires. Leonard made […]...2025
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• Hawks Narrowly Beat Deadline, Sign Jalen Johnson To Four-Year Extension

The Hawks agreed to a five-year, $150 million rookie scale extension with forward Jalen Johnson, per NBA insider Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report. It became official just moments before the league’s 5 p.m. Central time deadline to reach such a deal. Rich Paul, Johnson’s agent, sealed the deal, which is fully guaranteed, per ESPN’s Shams […] The post Hawks Narrowly Beat Deadl...2024
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• NBA Trade Rumors: The latest on Dejounte Murray, Bruce Brown and more

Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images We have updates on the latest NBA trade rumors about three of the hottest names on the market, and one surprising inclusion. With just two and a half weeks to go until the Feb. 8 trade deadline and the Toronto Raptors already pulling off multiple blockbusters, the torrid flow of NBA trade rumors is showing no signs of slowing down. Here is an update on ...2024
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• The Trail Blazers are cutting the Heat out of Damian Lillard trade talks, per reports

Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images For now, it seems like Portland wants to trade Damian Lillard anywhere but his preferred destination. Damian Lillard requested a trade from the Portland Trail Blazers on July 1, just one day after the opening of NBA free agency and less than two weeks after the 2023 NBA Draft. Lillard immediately made it known he wanted to be dealt to the Miami Heat. Ne...2023
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• Daily Dime: The Denver Nuggets and Nikola Jokic have silenced their doubters forever
Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, Michael Malone and the rest of the Nuggets have made sure no one can ever question their championship credentials again. Editor’s Note: This column originally appeared on Marc Stein’s Substack and is syndicated with permission by SB Nation. To subscribe to Marc’s Substack, sign up here: 1. No doubting Denver anymore There ...2023
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• Why LeBron James’ retirement threat is a leverage play to get Kyrie Irving to Lakers
Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images LeBron James is using his leverage to get what he wants from the Lakers by threatening retirement this summer. LeBron James doesn’t do anything on accident. After his Los Angeles Lakers were swept out of the Western Conference Finals on Monday with another loss to the Denver Nuggets, James dropped some cryptic comments about his future in ...2023
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• The exact moment Chris Paul knew he needed JaVale McGee with Suns
The Phoenix Suns recently acquired JaVale McGee to a one-year, $5 million deal, and Chris Paul apparently played a role in the signing. According to Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports, Paul has long been impressed with McGee after his performance for the Denver Nuggets in the playoffs. One specific moment that really earned McGee the […] The post The exact moment Chris Paul knew he needed JaVale M...2021
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• Report: Paul George, Damian Lillard apologize to each other after family members get involved
Paul George and Damian Lillard apologized to each other after their family members got involved in the beef, per Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports. Lillard’s sister and George’s wife dissed each other on social media after Dame and PG’s beef blew up earlier in the week. Paul George and Damian Lillard have spoken to clear […] The post Report: Paul George, Damian Lillard apologize...2020
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• Did LeBron James Tell Dwyane Wade They Could Reunite After Christmas Day Game?
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• Richard Jefferson to Cavaliers: Latest Contract Details, Analysis and Reaction
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• Michael Jordan Comments on Shortening NBA Season and Game Length
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• LeBron James Ditched His Headband as Sign of Unity for Cavaliers
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• Dion Waiters to Thunder: Latest Trade Details, Comments and Reaction
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• LeBron James: Latest Contract News, Rumors on Cavaliers Star's Future
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• Kevin Love Opts Out of Cavaliers Contract: Latest Details, Comments and Reaction
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• Tristan Thompson, Cavaliers Agree to New Contract: Details, Comments, Reaction
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• Kyrie Irving’s ploy to get LeBron James to Mavericks has no chance
Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports Kyrie Irving’s LeBron James trade idea for Mavericks is pure fantasy. It is not much of a secret that LeBron James and Kyrie Irving would like to play with each other again. James essentially said as much when the Lakers’ trade deadline bid for Irving fell short. The Brooklyn Nets eventually traded Irving to the Dallas Mavericks, who failed to make the NBA Pla...2023
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• Cleveland Cavaliers Must Develop Early-Season Substance, Even If It's Ugly
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• Dion Waiters Won't Have Much Time to Completely Change His Game
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• Julius Randle Ready To Return After 13-Game Absence

Timberwolves forward Julius Randle plans to return tonight at Phoenix after missing 13 games with a right groin strain, sources tell NBA insider Chris Haynes (Twitter link). It’s a much-needed boost for Minnesota, which is locked in a tight race for playoff positioning in the West. The Wolves went 5-8 during Randle’s absence and have […]...2025
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• Jimmy Butler trade grades for Warriors-Heat blockbuster ahead of deadline
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• Terry Rozier under federal investigation over suspicious gambling activity
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• Pelicans Suspend Zion Williamson One Game For Being Late For Team Flight

The New Orleans Pelicans have suspended Zion Williamson for one game for a violation of team policies, later reported by ESPN's Shams Charania as being late for a team flight. Williamson will miss Friday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers and will rejoin the Pelicans on Saturday ahead of Sunday's game at the Boston Celtics. Williamson returned to the Pelicans' lineup this week in a loss to the ...2025
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• Paolo Banchero To Return Friday Against Bucks

Paolo Banchero will make his return to the Orlando Magic lineup on Friday against the Milwaukee Bucks, according to Chris Haynes. Banchero has missed over two months with a torn oblique. Banchero was averaging 29.0 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 5.6 assists on the season. The Magic are currently fourth in the Eastern Conference....2025
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• Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard Away From Team As Result Of LA Wildfires
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• Bucks Moving Khris Middleton To Reserve Role

The Milwaukee Bucks are making a significant change to their lineup, with Khris Middleton being removed from the starting five and moved to a bench role moving forward, per NBA insider Chris Haynes. This decision comes as the Bucks look to establish consistency with their first unit while Middleton continues to recover from offseason ankle […] The post Bucks Moving Khris Middleton To Reserve...2025
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• Bucks To Bring Khris Middleton Off Bench

The Bucks have informed forward Khris Middleton that they’ll be removing him from their starting lineup and bringing him off the bench moving forward, sources tell NBA insider Chris Haynes (Twitter video link). As Haynes explains, the Bucks are trying to establish continuity with their starting lineup while Middleton continues to work his way back […]...2025
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• Bradley Beal Benched: Suns Make Pair Of Surprising Roster Moves To Snap Losing Streak
Through 33 games in the 2024-25 season, the Phoenix Suns are 15-18. The team is 3-7 in their last 10 and is on a four-game losing streak. On Saturday, the Suns lost 126-108 on the road to the Pacers. NBA insider Chris Haynes reported on Sunday that Phoenix will be making changes to the starting […] The post Bradley Beal Benched: Suns Make Pair Of Surprising Roster Moves To Snap Losing Streak...2025
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• Suns Making Major Changes To Starting Lineup
The Suns will remove Bradley Beal and Jusuf Nurkic from their starting lineup, beginning with tonight’s game at Philadelphia, reports NBA insider Chris Haynes (Twitter video link). Rookie Ryan Dunn and backup big man Mason Plumlee will take their place. The move comes amid a four-game losing streak that has seen Phoenix drop into the 12th […]...2025
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• Haynes: LeBron James To Stay With Lakers Past Deadline

Superstar forward LeBron James plans to remain with the Lakers past the February 6 trade deadline, sources tell NBA insider Chris Haynes (Twitter video link). There had been some speculation that James might be mulling his future with the Lakers following the absolutely stunning trade that sent Anthony Davis to Dallas and Luka Doncic to […]...2025
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• Bucks Haven't Inquired With Suns On Bradley Beal

The Milwaukee Bucks have not inquired about the availability of Bradley Beal, reports Chris Haynes. "It was explained to me that a connection between the two is nonexistent," said Haynes. When Beal was traded by the Washington Wizards in 2023, he reportedly had some level of interest in the Bucks. The Bucks have been active on the trade market with speculation that they could send out Khris Midd...2025
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• Who Will ESPN Hire To Replace Adrian Wojnarowski? Perhaps Nobody

ESPN was handed some bombshell news last week when noted NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski announced his retirement from the industry. That’s led to lots of speculation about Wojnarowski’s potential replacement — from Shams Charania of The Athletic to Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report to many others. There’s also been talk that ESPN will promote someone […] The post Who Wi...2024
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• NBA trade rumors: 4 players on the block, and the asking prices for them

Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images Your latest heaping of NBA trade rumors with two weeks until the deadline. With just two weeks to go until the Feb. 8 NBA trade deadline, the flurry of early deals still hasn’t completely expedited the league’s annual game of transactional musical chairs. Several teams that might be selling are still asking for quite a bit for their players on the block...2024
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• Why the Bucks fired Adrian Griffin, explained

Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images Everything you need to know about why the Bucks decided to fire their head coach despite sitting in second place in the Eastern Conference. The Milwaukee Bucks made the (somewhat) shocking decision to fire first-year head coach Adrian Griffin on Tuesday, despite the team coming off of a win on Monday and holding a 30-13 record overall. The vibes had been ...2024
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• NBA Trade Rumors: The latest on Dejounte Murray, Bruce Brown and more
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• Nets, Heat Would Be Teams On Damian Lillard's Trade List; Celtics Not On List

While speaking on The Dan Patrick Show, Chris Haynes of TNT and Bleacher Report gave insight into where Damian Lillard is with his career. Haynes noted that he's in frequent contact with Lillard after the Portland Trail Blazers star's recent Showtime interview sparked a new round of trade speculation. When asked where Lillard would want to go if he requested to leave Portland, Haynes said "I'll le...2023
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• Why LeBron James’ retirement threat is a leverage play to get Kyrie Irving to Lakers
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• Report: Optimism remains Clippers star Paul George will return in March
Los Angeles Clippers star Paul George hasn’t played since Dec. 22 because of a torn UCL in his right elbow. There was speculation that George could wind up missing the rest of the season, but he still seems to be on track to return at some point in March. Yahoo Sports’ Chris Haynes said as […] The post Report: Optimism remains Clippers star Paul George will return in March appear...2022
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• Lakers’ immediate plans for Frank Vogel, revealed
The Los Angeles Lakers will not fire head coach Frank Vogel in the aftermath of the team’s latest inexcusable showing — a 111-104 loss at Crypto.com Arena to the reeling Indiana Pacers (16-29), who hadn’t won a road game since late November. Shortly after the buzzer, Yahoo’s Chris Haynes reported that Los Angeles “will not […] The post Lakers’ immediate plans fo...2022
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