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  • • Warriors, Bulls interested in Pelicans’ Lonzo Ball
    The Golden State Warriors and Chicago Bulls are among the teams interested in acquiring New Orleans Pelicans point guard Lonzo Ball, per ESPN’s Brian Windhorst. Windhorst said the Dubs and Pels had discussed a deal involving Ball and Kelly Oubre on the latest episode of the Hoop Collective podcast. He also stated the Bulls could have some […] The post Warriors, Bulls interested in Peli...2021
  • • Rumor: Nets tried to trade Landry Shamet before James Harden blockbuster
    The Brooklyn Nets had to give up Jarrett Allen as part of the three-team deal that landed them James Harden, though they tried to trade Landry Shamet instead. Brian Windhorst of ESPN reported on The Hoop Collective podcast the Nets had hoped to move Shamet in exchange for draft capital so as to complete the deal: […] The post Rumor: Nets tried to trade Landry Shamet before James Harden block...2021
  • • REPORT: John Collins offered $90 million-plus in extension talks with Hawks, wanted near max
    Atlanta Hawks big man John Collins reportedly turned down a $90 million extension with the hopes of landing something closer to a max deal, ESPN’s Briand Windhorst revealed on the “The Hoop Collective” podcast. Instead of committing to the Hawks, Collins will reportedly seek to raise his value before entering restricted free agency in the […] The post REPORT: John Collins o...2020
  • • Sixers’ Daryl Morey not credible with statements on trading Ben Simmons, per ESPN’s Brian Windhorst
    Is Philadelphia 76ers president of basketball operations Daryl Morey concealing his true intentions regarding a possible Ben Simmons trade? Brian Windhorst thinks the answer is yes. The ESPN insider said on the latest Hoop Collective episode he feels Morey is being dishonest when he claims Simmons is not available in discussions for Houston Rockets guard James Harden: […] The post SixersR...2020
  • • Rumor: Pacers star Victor Oladipo’s trade value gets bucket of cold water dumped on it
    Indiana Pacers star guard Victor Oladipo has seen his name included in multiple trade rumors of late. As it turns out, however, not everyone believes that the 28-year-old holds as much value as some may think. In a recent appearance on the The Hoop Collective with Brian Windhorst, ESPN’s Tim Bontemps explained why he thinks not too […] The post Rumor: Pacers star Victor Oladipo’s...2020
  • • Nets tried to trade for Pelicans’ Jrue Holiday at deadline. Will they try again?
    New Orleans Pelicans guard Jrue Holiday has been involved in countless trade rumors in recent seasons. Brian Windhorst of ESPN recently reported on The Hoop Collective podcast that the Brooklyn Nets and Pelicans had discussions about the guard at the February deadline. Transcribed via NetsDaily: “That’s certainly something that’s been out there,” he told colleagues […] The post Nets tried to...2020
  • • Jeff Van Gundy the favorite to become next Houston Rockets head coach
    A new development has recently emerged in the hunt for the next head coach of the Houston Rockets, and as it appears, former coach Jeff Van Gundy has now become a frontrunner for the recently vacated post. In a recent appearance on the “Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective” podcast, ESPN’s basketball insider Tim MacMahon […] The post Jeff Van Gundy the favorite to beco...2020
  • • Ranking reported Chris Paul trade suitors based on fit
    Chris Paul has been a prime trade candidate since he became a member of the Oklahoma City Thunder (July 2019). The upcoming offseason appears to be no different. In an appearance on the Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective podcast, ESPN’s Royce Young mentioned the Philadelphia 76ers, New York Knicks, and Milwaukee Bucks as “the […] The post Ranking reported Chris Paul trade ...2020
  • • Rumor: Chris Paul trade would lead to full Thunder rebuild
    If the Oklahoma City Thunder trade point guard Chris Paul this offseason, the franchise could embark on a full-scale rebuild, with more trades coming after that. Royce Young, who covers the Thunder for ESPN, talked about OKC’s future on The Hoop Collective pod.  Via Real GM: “By all appearances, once the Thunder make the move […] The post Rumor: Chris Paul trade would lead to ful...2020
  • • Lakers likely to keep Dwight Howard for another season?
    Dwight Howard has performed admirably in his first season back with the Los Angeles Lakers, perhaps even well enough to stick around for another year. Speaking this week on “The Hoop Collective” podcast, ESPN NBA insider Brian Windhorst said that he thinks the Lakers are likelier to keep Howard around to try to “squeeze another year out of him” than they are to choose “a mystery with DeMarcus Cous...2020

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  • • Lakers likely to keep Dwight Howard for another season?
    Dwight Howard has performed admirably in his first season back with the Los Angeles Lakers, perhaps even well enough to stick around for another year. Speaking this week on “The Hoop Collective” podcast, ESPN NBA insider Brian Windhorst said that he thinks the Lakers are likelier to keep Howard around to try to “squeeze another year out of him” than they are to choose “a mystery with DeMarcus Cous...2020
  • • LeBron James’ camp reportedly prefers Lakers coaching change
    While Lakers owner Jeanie Buss has praised head coach Luke Walton’s performance this season, LeBron James' camp reportedly prefers a coaching change, ESPN scribe Jackie MacMullan said on the "Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective" podcast. “It’s clear to me, and probably to you, Brian, that LeBron’s camp would prefer a coaching change — they’re not too subtle about that,”  MacMullan said (via Silv...2019
  • • Report: Clippers offered Griffin to Thunder for George
    It’s a move no one really saw coming. When news broke that the Los Angeles Clippers had traded Blake Griffin Monday night, it caught a lot of people off guard. The team had just signed him to the largest extension in franchise history mere months before.Now, Griffin is set to resume his NBA career with a Detroit Pistons team he never would have taken a free agent visit with last summer.For the Cli...2018

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  • • Rumor: Nets tried to trade Landry Shamet before James Harden blockbuster
    The Brooklyn Nets had to give up Jarrett Allen as part of the three-team deal that landed them James Harden, though they tried to trade Landry Shamet instead. Brian Windhorst of ESPN reported on The Hoop Collective podcast the Nets had hoped to move Shamet in exchange for draft capital so as to complete the deal: […] The post Rumor: Nets tried to trade Landry Shamet before James Harden block...2021
  • • REPORT: John Collins offered $90 million-plus in extension talks with Hawks, wanted near max
    Atlanta Hawks big man John Collins reportedly turned down a $90 million extension with the hopes of landing something closer to a max deal, ESPN’s Briand Windhorst revealed on the “The Hoop Collective” podcast. Instead of committing to the Hawks, Collins will reportedly seek to raise his value before entering restricted free agency in the […] The post REPORT: John Collins o...2020
  • • Sixers’ Daryl Morey not credible with statements on trading Ben Simmons, per ESPN’s Brian Windhorst
    Is Philadelphia 76ers president of basketball operations Daryl Morey concealing his true intentions regarding a possible Ben Simmons trade? Brian Windhorst thinks the answer is yes. The ESPN insider said on the latest Hoop Collective episode he feels Morey is being dishonest when he claims Simmons is not available in discussions for Houston Rockets guard James Harden: […] The post SixersR...2020
  • • Rumor: Pacers star Victor Oladipo’s trade value gets bucket of cold water dumped on it
    Indiana Pacers star guard Victor Oladipo has seen his name included in multiple trade rumors of late. As it turns out, however, not everyone believes that the 28-year-old holds as much value as some may think. In a recent appearance on the The Hoop Collective with Brian Windhorst, ESPN’s Tim Bontemps explained why he thinks not too […] The post Rumor: Pacers star Victor Oladipo’s...2020
  • • Nets tried to trade for Pelicans’ Jrue Holiday at deadline. Will they try again?
    New Orleans Pelicans guard Jrue Holiday has been involved in countless trade rumors in recent seasons. Brian Windhorst of ESPN recently reported on The Hoop Collective podcast that the Brooklyn Nets and Pelicans had discussions about the guard at the February deadline. Transcribed via NetsDaily: “That’s certainly something that’s been out there,” he told colleagues […] The post Nets tried to...2020
  • • Ranking reported Chris Paul trade suitors based on fit
    Chris Paul has been a prime trade candidate since he became a member of the Oklahoma City Thunder (July 2019). The upcoming offseason appears to be no different. In an appearance on the Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective podcast, ESPN’s Royce Young mentioned the Philadelphia 76ers, New York Knicks, and Milwaukee Bucks as “the […] The post Ranking reported Chris Paul trade ...2020
  • • Rumor: Chris Paul trade would lead to full Thunder rebuild
    If the Oklahoma City Thunder trade point guard Chris Paul this offseason, the franchise could embark on a full-scale rebuild, with more trades coming after that. Royce Young, who covers the Thunder for ESPN, talked about OKC’s future on The Hoop Collective pod.  Via Real GM: “By all appearances, once the Thunder make the move […] The post Rumor: Chris Paul trade would lead to ful...2020
  • • Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving reportedly talk or text every day
    There's speculation that the friendship between Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving could play a huge role in the upcoming wave of free agency. The fact that the two superstars are said to be in daily contact has led to suspicion there may be something big brewing between the two pals. During a recent episode of “The Hoop Collective” podcast, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst reported Durant and Irving are in near...2019
  • • People around NBA mocked Anthony Davis, agent for failed strategy
    Anthony Davis and Rich Paul’s plan to get Davis traded to the Los Angeles Lakers did not work out, and those around the NBA are sharing in the schadenfreude. On his “Brian Windhorst & the Hoop Collective podcast,” Windhorst said that he heard from multiple people mocking Davis and Paul for their failed plan to get the star traded to the Lakers. “I couldn’t believe how my phone blew up at 3 p.m. to...2019
  • • Report: Lakers exploring Kentavious Caldwell-Pope-Jabari Parker trade
    In addition to doing their best to pry Anthony Davis away from the Pelicans, the Lakers have reportedly explored a deal with the Bulls involving Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Jabari Parker. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst reported as much on the Hoop Collective podcast this week, as Matthew Moreno of LakersNation.com relays. There are a number of potential roadblocks to such a deal. For one, the Lakers woul...2019

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  • • Lakers likely to keep Dwight Howard for another season?
    Dwight Howard has performed admirably in his first season back with the Los Angeles Lakers, perhaps even well enough to stick around for another year. Speaking this week on “The Hoop Collective” podcast, ESPN NBA insider Brian Windhorst said that he thinks the Lakers are likelier to keep Howard around to try to “squeeze another year out of him” than they are to choose “a mystery with DeMarcus Cous...2020
  • • Kings interested in Harrison Barnes
    The Kings have interest in Harrison Barnes ahead of the Feb. 7 trade deadline, according to Brian Windhorst of ESPN.com (hat tip RealGM). Barnes is currently in the third season of a four-year, $94M deal with the Mavericks. His contract contains a $25.1M player option for the 2019-20 season, with the 26-year-old averaging 18.1 points per game on 41 percent shooting this year. “I know the Kings wou...2019
  • • ESPN’s Brian Windhorst took brutal shot at Jordan Clarkson after Game 2
    Jordan Clarkson has had a rough NBA Finals so far to say the least, and now he is taking body shots from the media as well.In an appearance Monday on ESPN’s “The Hoop Collective,” veteran reporter Brian Windhorst took a savage swipe at the Cleveland Cavaliers guard for his performance in the first two games against the Golden State Warriors.“What would be more valuable to the Cavs? Jordan Clarkson...2018

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  • • Rumor: Chris Paul trade would lead to full Thunder rebuild
    2020
  • Report: Clippers Offered Blake Griffin For Paul George
    • Report: Clippers Offered Blake Griffin For Paul George
    Before settling on a deal with the Pistons, the Clippers reportedly offered Blake Griffin to the Thunder for Paul George. While guesting on the Hoop Collective podcast, ESPN’s Royce Young revealed that the Clippers tried to get “some bigger-name players” for Griffin, but teams weren’t biting. [🎧] The let's-sleep-on-it-first Blake Griffin emergency episode with @Windhor...2018
  • • Did Kevin Love sabotage John Beilein as Cavs head coach?
    John Beilein didn’t work as the head coach of the Cleveland Cavaliers, and it sounds like Kevin Love did him no favors. Beilein officially resigned during the week after going 14-40 as the Cavs’ head coach, and he was replaced by JB Bickerstaff. Beilein had issues with some of the players, and there were complaints about Beilein running things like a college program. At first, much of the criticis...2020
  • Cavaliers Player Says Team Dysfunction Is ‘The Worst It’s Ever Been’
    • Cavaliers Player Says Team Dysfunction Is ‘The Worst It’s Ever Been’
    The Cleveland Cavaliers have always endured periods of chaos, but according to one Cavs player, this time could be different. While guesting on the Hoop Collective podcast, ESPN’s Dave McMenamin said a Cavs player told him that the team’s dysfunction is “the worst it’s ever been” (starting at 3:30): My guy @mcten says one player […] The post Cavaliers Player Say...2018
  • • Pistons Unlikely To Buy Out Derrick Rose
    The Detroit Pistons haven’t been afraid to part ways with veteran players as they focus more intently on a rebuild but don’t expect the team to proceed with a buyout for 31-year-old Derrick Rose. “There’s no chance,” ESPN’s Brian Windhorst said on The Hoop Collective Podcast. “[…] From what I understand, when the Lakers called […] The post Pist...2020
  • • Report: Clippers offered Griffin to Thunder for George
    2018
  • • Warriors, Bulls interested in Pelicans’ Lonzo Ball
    2021
  • • Rumor: Nets tried to trade Landry Shamet before James Harden blockbuster
    2021
  • • REPORT: John Collins offered $90 million-plus in extension talks with Hawks, wanted near max
    2020
  • • Sixers’ Daryl Morey not credible with statements on trading Ben Simmons, per ESPN’s Brian Windhorst
    2020
  • • Rumor: Pacers star Victor Oladipo’s trade value gets bucket of cold water dumped on it
    2020
  • • Nets tried to trade for Pelicans’ Jrue Holiday at deadline. Will they try again?
    2020
  • • Jeff Van Gundy the favorite to become next Houston Rockets head coach
    2020
  • • Ranking reported Chris Paul trade suitors based on fit
    2020

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  • • Did Kevin Love sabotage John Beilein as Cavs head coach?
    2020
  • • Report: Dan Gilbert thinks he can build championship team without LeBron
    Dan Gilbert doesn’t seem to be too worried about LeBron James’ potential departure in free agency this offseason.In a recent episode of ESPN’s “The Hoop Collective,” veteran NBA writer Brian Windhorst spoke on the Cleveland Cavaliers owner’s confidence level about a possible future for his team without the four-time MVP.“Dan Gilbert believes that he can build a championship team without LeBron, an...2018
  • Report: Dan Gilbert Believes He Can Build Championship Team Without LeBron
    • Report: Dan Gilbert Believes He Can Build Championship Team Without LeBron
    Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert believes he could eventually assemble a championship team in Cleveland without LeBron James, reports ESPN’s Brian Windhorst. While guesting on the “Hoop Collective” podcast, Windhorst added that Gilbert doesn’t necessarily want to start the rebuilding process next season (starting at 23:56): “Dan Gilbert believes that he can build a champio...2018
  • • Cavaliers Player Says Team Dysfunction Is ‘The Worst It’s Ever Been’
    2018

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  • • Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving reportedly talk or text every day
    2019

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