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• NBA Rumors: Mavericks, Kyrie Irving, Sixers, Paul George, draft
Mavericks The Mavericks continue to insist they’re excited about pairing Cooper Flagg with a healthy Kyrie Irving, but NBA insider Jake Fischer isn’t entirely convinced the veteran guard will still be in Dallas by opening night. “I don’t necessarily believe” Irving will remain with the Mavericks through the summer, Fischer said on his latest Bleacher […] The pos...2026
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• Heat viewed as frontrunner in Giannis sweepstakes; Cavs remain team to watch

The Heat continue to be viewed by many around the NBA as the frontrunner for Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo. But according to recent reporting, the Cavaliers remain one of several wild-card teams worth monitoring if Milwaukee eventually decides to move the two-time MVP. Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report and The Athletic’s Sam Amick and Eric […] The post Heat viewed as frontrunner in Gi...2026
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• Fischer’s Latest: Brown, Pelicans, Murphy, Kyrie, Sixers
The Pelicans have been “mentioned by various league executives” as one of the teams with interest in Celtics wing Jaylen Brown, NBA insider Jake Fischer said in his latest live stream for Bleacher Report (video link). Fischer’s colleague Marc Stein previously named Atlanta, Houston, and Portland as teams to watch for Brown, though as Fischer […]...2026
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• Report: Pelicans interested in trade for Celtics’ Jaylen Brown

The Pelicans appear to be searching for a major offseason splash. According to Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report, New Orleans has interest in Celtics star Jaylen Brown as trade speculation continues to swirl around Boston following its surprising first-round playoff exit. Whether the Celtics have any desire to move Brown remains unclear. But if New […] The post Report: Pelicans interested in t...2026
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• Hawks Giving Quin Snyder Contract Extension Seen As 'Inevitable'

The Atlanta Hawks giving head coach Quin Snyder a contract extension is seen as "inevitable" around the league, sources told Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. There were rumors during the regular season that the Cavs would pursue Snyder, though Kenny Atkinson will return as head coach next season. The Hawks recently promoted Onsi Saleh to the President of Basketball Operations role th...2026
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• Cavs Confident Of Re-Signing James Harden To Multiyear Extension Worth Around $30M Per Season

The Cleveland Cavaliers are confident that they will be able to re-sign James Harden to a multiyear extension this offseason, sources told Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. The two sides are likely to agree on a deal around $30 million per season. Harden has expressed his desire to return to the Cavs next season. The Cavs are also unlikely to be involved in Giannis Antetokounmpo trade...2026
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• Peyton Watson Drawing Interest From Lakers, Bulls, Nets

Denver Nuggets forward Peyton Watson is drawing interest from the Los Angeles Lakers, Chicago Bulls, and Brooklyn Nets, sources told Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. Watson will be a restricted free agent this offseason. The Lakers and Bulls were reportedly interested in trading for Watson at the deadline. Executives from around the league believe that Watson could receive a larger deal than ...2026
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• Blazers Held Contract Extension Discussions With Tiago Splitter

The Portland Trail Blazers held discussions over a contract extension with head coach Tiago Splitter, according to Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. Splitter is 40-38 on the year after taking over from Chauncey Billups. Marc Stein reported on Sunday that new Blazers owner Tom Dundon is exploring the team's coaching options. The Blazers are also looking at college coaches. Fischer adds that th...2026
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• Pacers Would Likely Draft Cameron Boozer With No. 1 Overall Pick

The Indiana Pacers are leaning towards picking Cameron Boozer in the upcoming NBA Draft due to his potential fit with Pascal Siakam and Ivica Zubac, according to Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. The Pacers would likely select Boozer even if they got the No. 1 pick. Fischer adds that AJ Dybantsa appears to be the leader as the top selection. And while there are question marks around Darryn Pe...2026
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• Pacers Would Likely Draft Cameron Boozer If They Got No. 1 Pick

The Indiana Pacers are leaning towards picking Cameron Boozer in the upcoming NBA Draft due to his potential fit with Pascal Siakam and Ivica Zubac, according to Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. The Pacers would likely select Boozer even if they got the No. 1 pick. Fischer adds that AJ Dybantsa appears to be the leader as the top selection. And while there are question marks around Darryn Pe...2026
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• Jazz Determined To Re-Sign Walker Kessler In Restricted Free Agency

The Utah Jazz are determined to re-sign Walker Kessler in restricted free agency, sources tell Jake Fischer. The Jazz and Kessler ended extension talks in September, well before the October 20th deadline as it was clear they were far apart on a workable number. Two teams that could have pursued Kessler in restricted free agency, the Indiana Pacers and Washington Wizards, made trades at the deadlin...2026
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• Blazers acquiring Vit Krejci in trade with Hawks

The Hawks have agreed to send Vit Krejci to the Trail Blazers in exchange for Duop Reath and two second-round picks, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Atlanta will get its own 2027 second-rounder back from Portland, along with New York’s 2030 second, per Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. Reath recently underwent season-ending foot surgery, […] The post Blazers acquiring Vit Krejci in trade w...2026
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• Giannis Antetokounmpo injury fuels trade speculation ahead of deadline

The Giannis Antetokounmpo trade chatter was already heating up. Then came the calf injury. Now it is boiling. According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, league momentum had been quietly building toward the idea of a Bucks deal before the February 5 deadline. Milwaukee publicly insisted it planned to buy, not sell. Antetokounmpo himself […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo injury fuels trade ...2026
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• Rival Teams Believe Bucks Are Becoming More Willing To Part With Giannis Antetokounmpo

Before Giannis Antetokounmpo suffered a calf injury Friday night, momentum had been building toward a potential trade of the Bucks star before the February 5 deadline, sources tell Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (subscription required). Antetokounmpo said two weeks ago that requesting a trade is “not in my nature,” and team officials have indicated […]...2026
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• NBA Rumors: Pistons, Jaden Ivey, Pacers, Onyeka Okongwu, Raptors

Pistons The Pistons aren’t planning anything drastic, but they are doing homework. According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, Detroit has gauged the trade value of Jaden Ivey around the league. Ivey, the former No. 5 overall pick, has been eased back into action following a significant leg injury and is averaging just 16.9 […] The post NBA Rumors: Pistons, Jaden Ivey, Pacers, Onyeka Okongw...2026
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• Mavs Granted Disabled Player Exceptions For Dereck Lively, Dante Exum Worth $3.7M

The Dallas Mavericks were granted disabled player exceptions for Dereck Lively and Dante Exum on Wednesday, according to Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. Lively is currently out for the year with a foot injury, while Exum is dealing with a knee injury. The Mavs will get a $2.6 million DPE for Lively and a $1.1 million DPE for Exum. The team is currently less than $1.3 million under their seco...2026
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• NBA Mock Draft 2016: Order of Selections and Final 1st-Round Team Predictions
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"While it’s widely expected that Jonathan Kuminga will be on the move by the February 5 deadline, the Warriors don’t feel any urgency to deal him when he becomes trade-eligible on January 15, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Substack link)."

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"— Jake Fischer (@JakeLFischer) February 3, 2025 But still, even if that Charlotte one doesn’t convey, “the Kings got more picks for Fox than the Mavs got for Luka” will always be a funny and technically true statement, as well as maybe a future answer in one of your NBA-themed games of bar trivia."

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"Star NBA insider Jake Fischer joining Marc Stein’s Substack"

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"The Suns trading veteran Chris Paul for 10-time All-Star James Harden is something that has been quietly circulated in league circles, Yahoo Sports’ Jake Fischer reports."

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"On Tuesday, Bleacher Report’s Jake Fischer reported what has been speculated for months: The Lakers are likely to part ways with Frank Vogel after the season."

2021
"According to Jake Fischer of […] The post RUMOR: Mavs star Luka Doncic could get the help he needs in the form of Warriors stud appeared first on ClutchPoints."

2019
"Jake Fischer of Sports Illustrated reports that Carmelo Anthony and Hasheem Thabeet will unofficially scrimmage with the squad."

2018
"The Pistons had originally planned to approach this season’s trade deadline by aggressively pursuing upgrades on the wing, writes Jake Fischer of SI."

2017
"Jake Fischer of Sports Illustrated reports on Wednesday that the Mavs have emerged as “serious contenders” to sign Jrue and Justin Holiday, who are both unrestricted free agents this summer."

2016
"The Australian-raised big man is listed at 19 years of age, but according to Jake Fischer of Sports Illustrated, sources believe he could be significantly older, which has prompted some teams to remove him from first-round consideration: Per Olgun Uluc of Fox Sports Australia, sources have indicated that Maker could be as old as 24."

2015
"Even though he'll be just 21 years old by the start of the season, the rookie showed a basketball IQ well beyond his years in college—something his former coach greatly admired, according to Jake Fischer of Sports Illustrated: In his 17 years of coaching, the 40-year-old [Steve Prohm, Payne's head coach at Murray State] has worked with dozens of point guards."

2014
"Vincent Goodwill of The Detroit News shared the details of how Smith’s contract will count against Detroit's salary cap moving forward: According to Jake Fischer of The Boston Globe, the Pistons tried to trade Smith, but they couldn’t find a willing partner: Gary Washburn of The Boston Globe chimed in with his shock surrounding the move to cut ties with Smith: In 28 games this season for Detroit, Smith averaged 13."

• NBA Rumors: Mavericks, Kyrie Irving, Sixers, Paul George, draft
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• Heat viewed as frontrunner in Giannis sweepstakes; Cavs remain team to watch
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• Hawks Giving Quin Snyder Contract Extension Seen As 'Inevitable'
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• Cavs Confident Of Re-Signing James Harden To Multiyear Extension Worth Around $30M Per Season
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• Cavs Notes: James Harden, Mike Gansey, Kenny Atkinson
The Cavaliers are already generating plenty of offseason chatter. Here are a few of the latest items from Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line: Harden Deal According to Fischer and Stein, the Cavaliers remain optimistic about re-signing James Harden to a new multiyear contract this summer. The expectation is that Harden’s next […] The post Cavs Notes: James Harden, Mike Gansey...2026
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• Cavaliers Unlikely To Trade For Giannis Antetokounmpo

The Cleveland Cavaliers have been linked as a potential trade partner with the Milwaukee Bucks for Giannis Antetokounmpo following their four-game elimination in the Eastern Conference Finals, but sources tell Jake Fischer that the franchise is unlikely to be in the mix for the two-time NBA Most Valuable Player. The Cavaliers could offer a young two-way star in Evan Mobley to the Bucks. There are ...2026
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• Cavaliers Unlikely To Trade For Giannis Antetokounpo

The Cleveland Cavaliers have been linked as a potential trade partner with the Milwaukee Bucks for Giannis Antetokounmpo following their four-game elimination in the Eastern Conference Finals, but sources tell Jake Fischer that the franchise is unlikely to be in the mix for the two-time NBA Most Valuable Player. The Cavaliers could offer a young two-way star in Evan Mobley to the Bucks. There are ...2026
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• Thunder Open To Trade No. 17 Pick In Upcoming Draft

The Oklahoma City Thunder have communicated to agents and opposition front offices that they are open to trading the No. 17 pick in the upcoming NBA Draft, sources told Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. The Thunder currently have the No. 12, No. 17, and No. 37 pick in the upcoming draft. All 15 Thunder players are also under contract for next season. Rival front offices have also mentioned the...2026
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• Clippers No. 5 Pick In Upcoming Draft Drawing 'Curiosity'

The Los Angeles Clippers' No. 5 pick in the upcoming NBA Draft is drawing "considerable curiosity" around the league, according to Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. The Clippers received the pick from the Pacers following the Ivica Zubac trade at the deadline. It was reported last month that Darius Garland and Ty Lue are the only certainties on the team to return next season. With the consens...2026
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• NBA lottery changes could make teams reluctant to trade picks
The NBA trade market may be shifting, and future first-round picks could become harder to pry loose. According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, teams are increasingly hesitant to move draft capital as the NBA moves closer to implementing its new lottery system. Front offices want a clearer picture of how it all works […] The post NBA lottery changes could make teams reluctant to trade pick...2026

• Sixers Ownership Approved Of Jared McCain Trade

Philadelphia Sixers ownership approved of Daryl Morey trading Jared McCain to the Oklahoma City Thunder for a 2026 first-round pick and three second-round picks, according to Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. Morey received criticism following the trade with McCain averaging 10.4 points per game with the Thunder. Morey said at the time that the Sixers "sold high" on McCain. With Sixers owners...2026
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• Peyton Watson Drawing Interest From Lakers, Bulls, Nets
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• Grizzlies Wanted Ryan Rollins In Ja Morant Deal With Bucks

The Memphis Grizzlies wanted Ryan Rollins in any trade package involving Ja Morant going to the Milwaukee Bucks, sources told Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. Rollins just finished the first year of a three-year, $12 million deal with the Bucks. The 23-year-old averaged 17.3 points and 5.6 assists last season. Morant, who reportedly stated he is no longer willing to play for the Grizzlies, is...2026
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• Grizzlies Wanted Ryan Rollins In Ja Morant Deal

The Memphis Grizzlies wanted Ryan Rollins in any trade package involving Ja Morant going to the Milwaukee Bucks, sources told Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. Rollins just finished the first year of a three-year, $12 million deal with the Bucks. The 23-year-old averaged 17.3 points and 5.6 assists last season. Morant, who reportedly stated he is no longer willing to play for the Grizzlies, is...2026
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• NBA Draft Notes: AJ Dybantsa, Caleb Wilson, scout’s take

BYU’s time in the NCAA Tournament ended in the first round Thursday, but AJ Dybantsa didn’t blink. The projected top pick poured in 35 points in a loss to Texas, reinforcing what many scouts already believe. According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, Dybantsa may have entered the week as the frontrunner for No. […] The post NBA Draft Notes: AJ Dybantsa, Caleb Wilson, scout’s take app...2026
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• Draft Notes: Dybantsa, Boozer, Pacers, Wilson, Guards, More
BYU’s NCAA tournament run ended early, with the West’s No. 6 seed knocked off by No. 11 Texas on Thursday. However, forward AJ Dybantsa did little to hurt his draft stock in the process, putting up 35 of his team’s 71 points in the losing effort. According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Substack […]...2026
• Jazz To Sign Bez Mbeng To 10-Day Deal
The Jazz are signing rookie guard Bez Mbeng to a 10-day contract, Jake Fischer of The Stein Line reports (via Twitter). The Yale product has spent the season with the Sioux Falls Skyforce, the Heat’s NBA G League club. He has appeared in 41 games with the Skyforce, averaging 6.5 points, 5.0 rebounds, 3.8 assists […]...2026
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• Malaki Branham Set To Join Cleveland Charge

Malaki Branham signed into the G League and will join the Cleveland Charge, Jake Fischer reported on Monday. Branham was drafted by the Spurs with the No. 20 pick in the 2022 NBA Draft. Branham averaged 4.6 points and 1.6 rebounds in 28 games with the Wizards this year. Branham was initially traded to Dallas as part of the Anthony Davis deal. Dallas then sent Branham to the Hornets in exchange for...2026
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• Omer Yurtseven To Join Rio Grande Valley Vipers

Omer Yurtseven signed into the G League and will join the Rio Grande Valley Vipers, according to Jake Fischer. Yurtseven has spent the last two years with Panathinaikos. Yurtseven last played in the NBA for the Jazz during the 2023-24 season, averaging 4.6 points and 4.3 rebounds....2026
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• John Poulakidas To Sign Two-Way Deal With Mavericks
Free agent wing John Poulakidas will sign a two-way contract with the Mavericks, reports Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (via Twitter). Poulakidas went undrafted in 2025 after playing four years of college basketball for Yale. He averaged 19.4 points and 3.3 rebounds in 27 games as a senior last season and shot 40.2% from […]...2026

• Michael Winger Says Wizards Will Consider Trading Down From No. 1 Pick

Washington Wizards president Michael Winger told Jake Fischer of The People's Insider that he would consider trading down after securing the No. 1 pick in the NBA Draft on Sunday. Winger said that this is "not a savior moment" for the Wizards. The Wizards are currently projected to select AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 pick. Winger added the Wizards could move down should he and general manager Will ...2026
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• Giannis Antetokounmpo injury fuels trade speculation ahead of deadline
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• Rival Teams Believe Bucks Are Becoming More Willing To Part With Giannis Antetokounmpo
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• The Kings got more first-round picks for De’Aaron Fox than the Mavericks got for Luka Doncic

Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images File this under “funny and technically accurate NBA facts.” The tectonic shift of the Luka Doncic trade was enough to quiet all transaction whispers elsewhere for almost 24 hours, but on Sunday evening, word began to percolate that Doncic would not be the only NBA star moved over the weekend, and that De’Aaron Fox was on the verge of having his trade request...2025
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• NBA players were just as shocked as the rest of us about the Anthony Davis for Luka Doncic trade

Image via Rip City TV It’s safe to say that almost literally no one around the NBA expected the Lakers and Mavericks to trade stars on Saturday night. It’s fair to say that the Dallas Mavericks’ stunning decision to trade Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis and a first-round pick might have caught not just fans and media members off-guard, but potentially everyone in th...2025
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• Charles Barkley: NBA needs to help Tony Snell

In response to a story by Yahoo Sports NBA reporter Jake Fischer, the ‘Inside The NBA’ analyst expressed his hope that a team signs the former first-round pick — giving him ten years of status in the league, and making his family eligible for the union’s premium medical plan -- in order to assist his two kids who were both diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder....2024
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• Pacific Notes: Okogie, Clippers, Covington, Kuminga
The Suns are headlined by the trio of Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal, with the recently acquired Jusuf Nurkic manning the middle. That leaves one spot on the starting lineup open and, according to Yahoo Sports’ Jake Fischer, wing Josh Okogie has the inside track for that slot. Okogie’s smothering defense is earning […]...2023
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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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• Pelicans have reportedly been preparing for Anthony Davis’ trade request
The timing of Anthony Davis' trade request caught the Pelicans off-guard, but the franchise has been preparing for the moment since Davis signed with agent Rich Paul, Jake Fischer of Sports Illustrated reports (Twitter links). Despite the planning, it’s no guarantee New Orleans trades Davis before the Feb. 7 deadline. The front office is well aware of the Celtics’ stockpile of assets and hopes Bos...2019
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• Report: Cavs signing D-Wade created locker room problems
The signing of Dwyane Wade just before the start of the season led to jealousy in the Cavaliers‘ locker room, according to Terry Pluto of Cleveland.com. J.R. Smith and Iman Shumpert were most affected, with Smith fearing Wade would take his starting spot and Shumpert believing Wade would cut into his playing time. Wade did start briefly, before asking to be moved to a bench role. Injuries limited ...2018
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• Josh Smith Released by Pistons: Latest Details, Comments and Reaction
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• Cameron Payne Should Get Immediate Opportunity to Thrive with OKC Thunder
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• 5 best head coach options for LeBron-led Lakers if Frank Vogel is fired
In all likelihood, the Los Angeles Lakers will be in the market for a new head coach this summer. On Tuesday, Bleacher Report’s Jake Fischer reported what has been speculated for months: The Lakers are likely to part ways with Frank Vogel after the season. Vogel, who led Los Angeles to the 2019-20 NBA championship […] The post 5 best head coach options for LeBron-led Lakers if Frank Vo...2022
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• RUMOR: Mavs star Luka Doncic could get the help he needs in the form of Warriors stud
Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks are coming off another forgettable season. It is clear that Doncic needs more help in order for the Mavs to reach the next level, and it looks like this might just come in the form of one particular player from the Golden State Warriors. According to Jake Fischer of […] The post RUMOR: Mavs star Luka Doncic could get the help he needs in the form of Warri...2021
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• RUMOR: Lakers the latest team to join Josh Richardson trade chase
Boston Celtics wing Josh Richardson appears to be attracting attention ahead of the NBA trade deadline, and it appears that Hollywood is among his potential destination. According to Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report, the Los Angeles Lakers are rumored to be among those showing interest in the 28-year-old Richardson. The Lakers are still struggling to […] The post RUMOR: Lakers the latest team...2022
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• Carmelo Anthony, Rudy Gay linked to Lakers after Russell Westbrook trade
Following the Russell Westbrook trade, the Los Angeles Lakers need inexpensive veterans. Ideally, they’d like these players to defend and shoot threes, but their options are limited. That said, two notable seasoned vets, LeBron James’ old pal Carmelo Anthony, and Rudy Gay have been linked to L.A. Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report, while conducting a […] The post Carmelo Anthony, Ru...2021
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• Chris Paul and James Harden Swap ‘Quietly Circulated’ Since Draft Combine
The Suns trading veteran Chris Paul for 10-time All-Star James Harden is something that has been quietly circulated in league circles, Yahoo Sports’ Jake Fischer reports. It was already reported in Mid May that Phoenix was on Harden’s radar so a Harden-Paul swap could be a feasible option, as Fischer discusses. “And then there’s the […] The post Chris Paul and James...2023
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• RUMOR: Raptors have discussed Pascal Siakam-CJ McCollum swap with Blazers
With the offseason in full swing and free agency just days away, the rumors are at an all-time high. The Toronto Raptors meanwhile will be looking to add some pieces, but they could also part ways with a key player in Pascal Siakam, who butted heads with Nick Nurse last season. According to Jake Fischer […] The post RUMOR: Raptors have discussed Pascal Siakam-CJ McCollum swap with Blazers ap...2021
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• Report: Pelicans interested in trade for Celtics’ Jaylen Brown
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• NBA's Proposed 3-2-1 Lottery Could Bring Live TV Drawing Back For First Time Since 1989

If the NBA's proposed "3-2-1" lottery format is approved on May 28, the league is seriously considering holding the draft lottery drawing live on television, sources tell Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. The change would mark the first live televised lottery drawing since 1989. The new format, which requires approval from 23 of the league's 30 teams, would replace the current system of 14 numbered ...2026
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• 2026 NBA Draft Lottery On-Stage, Drawing Room, Media Representatives Announced

The attendees for the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery on Sunday in Chicago has been announced by the league. The Washington Wizards, Indiana Pacers and Brooklyn Nets share a 14 percent chance of securing the No. 1 overall pick. The Utah Jazz and Sacramento Kings have an equal chance of No. 1 at 11.5 percent. The Jazz have never moved up in the lottery. The team winning the lottery in each of the past two s...2026
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• Tiago Splitter unlikely to land permanent Blazers job despite strong interim run
Tiago Splitter steadied the Trail Blazers when they needed it. It may not be enough to keep the job. Despite leading Portland to a 42-39 finish and a playoff berth after taking over early in the season, Splitter is not considered a frontrunner to become the team’s full-time head coach, according to Jake Fischer of […] The post Tiago Splitter unlikely to land permanent Blazers job despite str...2026
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• Pelicans impressed with coaching candidates Darvin Ham, Steve Hetzel
The Pelicans are starting to zero in, though nothing appears close. According to Jake Fischer of the Stein Line, New Orleans has come away impressed with both Nets assistant Steve Hetzel and Bucks assistant Darvin Ham during the early stages of its coaching search. Both have made strong impressions on team officials as the Pelicans […] The post Pelicans impressed with coaching candidates Dar...2026
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• Coaching Rumors: Splitter, Blazers, Pelicans, Thibodeau
Tiago Splitter did an admirable job in Portland after taking over for Chauncey Billups during the first week of the 2025/26 season, leading the team to a 42-39 record the rest of the way and earning a playoff spot. However, sources with knowledge of the situation tell Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Substack link) […]...2026
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• Tiago Splitter Unlikely To Receive Full-Time Head Coaching Job With Blazers
Tiago Splitter, who guided the Portland Trail Blazers to a 42-39 record and the franchise's first playoff berth in five years, is unlikely to be offered the full-time head coaching position, sources with knowledge of the situation tell Jake Fischer. The Brazilian was elevated to interim head coach after felony charges were filed against Chauncey Billups following the season's opening game. Despite...2026
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• Bulls Prioritize Retaining Billy Donovan As Part Of Next GM Search

Chicago Bulls CEO Michael Reinsdorf announced Tuesday that any candidate for the team's vacant basketball operations position must be committed to retaining head coach Billy Donovan, a firm condition as the franchise begins a formal leadership search. Speaking on a video call one day after firing vice president Arturas Karnisovas and general manager Marc Eversley, Reinsdorf outlined his priorities...2026
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• NBA Could Have 8-12 Head Coaching Changes In Offseason

The NBA had just two coaching changes during the 2025 offseason, but there is a growing expectation that the league could have more than a third of its teams turnover their position this year. "There's going to be 8 to 12 [changes]," one league source with direct knowledge of the coaching market told Jake Fischer. Last season, a pair of teams made sudden coaching changes right before the playoffs...2026
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• Players’ Union Has Own Anti-Tanking Proposals
As the NBA considers implementing new rules aimed at deterring tanking prior to next season, the National Basketball Players Association has proposed a three-pronged approach to the issue, reports Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Twitter link). The NBPA’s suggestions are as follows: 1. Flattening the draft lottery odds The players’ union is generally in […]...2026

• Report: Pelicans interested in trade for Celtics’ Jaylen Brown
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• Despite rumors, Cavs seen as unlikely Giannis suitor

The Cavaliers continue to be mentioned whenever trade speculation surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo surfaces. That doesn’t mean they intend to get involved. According to Jake Fischer and Marc Stein of The Stein Line, the Cavs should be viewed as an unlikely participant in any pursuit of the Bucks superstar if Milwaukee ultimately decides to explore trade […] The post Despite rumors, Ca...2026
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• Cavaliers Unlikely To Trade For Giannis Antetokounmpo
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• Cavaliers Considered Unlikely To Pursue Giannis Antetokounmpo

The Cavaliers‘ concerns about whether Giannis Antetokounmpo would sign an extension in Cleveland will likely keep them out of the trade sweepstakes for the Bucks star, according to Jake Fischer and Marc Stein of The Stein Line (subscription required). There has been some speculation that the Cavs might be willing to part with Evan Mobley […]...2026
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• Cavaliers Unlikely To Trade For Giannis Antetokounpo
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• Bucks reportedly view Cavs’ Evan Mobley as ideal Giannis return

The Giannis Antetokounmpo speculation isn’t going away. Now, another report has linked Cavaliers big man Evan Mobley to the conversation. According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, the Bucks would have interest in acquiring Mobley as part of any potential trade package if Milwaukee were ever to move Antetokounmpo. To be clear, there has been no […] The post Bucks reportedly view Cavs’...2026
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• NBA Rumors: Coaching, Bucks, Wizards, Pelicans, Doug Christie, Steve Kerr, Blazers

The NBA coaching carousel hasn’t started spinning yet. But it’s coming. According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, there’s growing chatter around the league about potential openings, possible candidates, and a few situations worth monitoring as the offseason approaches. Here’s a look at some of the latest buzz: Bucks, Wizards Eyeing Jenkins? Former Grizzlies […] The post NBA Rumors: Coachi...2026
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• NBA expansion draft timeline remains unclear
Despite recent speculation, there is no firm timeline for a potential NBA expansion draft, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. While the league’s Board of Governors has approved exploring expansion in Seattle and Las Vegas, Fischer reports that team officials believe it’s premature to project an expansion draft as soon as June 2028. […] The post NBA expansion draft timeline remains ...2026
• Giannis Antetokounmpo rumors didn’t die, they just went dormant

The Bucks made it through the February 5 trade deadline without moving Giannis Antetokounmpo, but around the NBA , that outcome hasn’t slowed speculation one bit. According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, executives monitoring the situation continue to believe that a trade to what Fischer described as “a true title contender” remains the […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo rumors didn̵...2026
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• Fischer’s Latest: Antetokounmpo, Morant, Bulls, Yabusele
The rumors circulating about the Bucks trading Giannis Antetokounmpo didn’t amount to anything at the February 5 deadline, but that will only postpone speculation about Antetokounmpo’s future in Milwaukee rather than ending it. Jake Fischer, writing for The Stein Line (Substack link), says his sources around the situation still believe that a move to what […]...2026
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