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• Latest On Kevin Durant

Although the Suns cannot aggregate salaries in trades, they have been exploring ways to move below the second tax apron to ease some of the restrictions they’re currently facing. According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Substack link), as part of the Kevin Durant trade talks, Phoenix’s front office has larger constructs involving Grayson […]...2025
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• Report: Suns Not Enamored With Spurs’ Offer For Kevin Durant
According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, the Phoenix Suns are not enamored with the San Antonio Spurs’ trade offer for Kevin Durant. “Sources add that Phoenix is not enamored with the players San Antonio has made available in the teams’ talks to date. It is obviously presumed that Durant would relish the opportunity […] The post Report: Suns Not Enamored With Spur...2025
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• Report: Timberwolves, Heat Most Frequently Cited As Potential Landing Spots For Suns’ Kevin Durant
According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, the Minnesota Timberwolves and Miami Heat are the two teams most frequently cited as potential landing spots for Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant. The Suns intend to trade Durant no later than the 2025 NBA Draft on June 25. “The Suns, sources say, are hoping to acquire […] The post Report: Timberwolves, Heat Most Frequently Cited As...2025
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• Sacramento Kings Trade Rumors: Jrue Holiday, Marcus Smart On Radar
The Sacramento Kings are reportedly interested in veteran guards Jrue Holiday of the Boston Celtics and Marcus Smart of the Washington Wizards. Kings May Trade For A Veteran Guard NBA insider Jake Fischer of The Stein Line mentioned this rumor on Thursday: “Sacramento has continued to evaluate its point guard options, according to league sources. […] The post Sacramento Kings Trade Rum...2025
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• Kendrick Perkins says it would be a ‘dream’ to see Kevin Durant with the Knicks
Kevin Durant is widely expected to be traded out of Phoenix this summer, and even some NBA insiders such as Bleacher Report’s Jake Fischer have stated that him finding a new team this summer is pretty much a “foregone conclusion.” Question now is, who will land the veteran forward? “Everyone around the Kevin Durant situation, […] The post Kendrick Perkins says it would be a ‘dream’ to see K...2025
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• Report: Warriors a ‘team to monitor' for Portis in free agency
NBA insider Jake Fischer believes the Golden State Warriors are a "team to watch" for free-agent forward Bobby Portis....2025
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• Celtics Confident In Potentially Trading Porzingis, Holiday Without Losing Value

The Boston Celtics are exploring ways to reduce their payroll this offseason, with Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday emerging as potential trade candidates. While some league observers speculate that Boston might need to attach draft compensation to move these contracts, sources tell Jake Fischer that the Celtics remain confident they can cut salary while extracting positive value in return. Rat...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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• Fischer’s Latest: Irving, Mavs, Harden, Clippers, Point Guards
Before suffering a torn ACL in early March, Kyrie Irving was widely expected to sign an extension or a new free agent contract with the Mavericks this offseason, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Substack link), who says that perception hasn’t changed since Irving’s injury. However, the veteran point guard’s ACL recovery, which […]...2025
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• Sixers Willing To Listen To Trade Down Offers For No. 3

The lack of a clear direction for the Philadelphia 76ers with the third overall pick could lead them to the center of league-wide trade discussions. Ace Bailey and V.J. Edgecombe are considered the two most highly rated prospects under consideration at No. 3 after Cooper Flagg and Dylan Harper come of the board at No. 1 and No. 2. While the Sixers could listen to trade offers for the No. 3 pick, t...2025
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• Trae Young Considered Likely To Remain With Hawks

Trae Young appears to have locked his position as the Atlanta Hawks' cornerstone following a strong 2024-25 campaign that has quieted previous trade speculation, reports Jake Fischer. Young's future with the franchise seemed uncertain after the 23-24 season, when rumors swirled about potential roster reshuffling under then-general manager Landry Fields. However, Young's return to All-Star form thi...2025
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• Report: Several teams backed away from trading for Jimmy Butler due to his ‘histrionics’
According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, several teams backed away from trading for Jimmy Butler due to his “histrionics.” Butler requested a trade from the Miami Heat and was suspended by the team three times during his trade request. A Marquette product, Butler played for the Chicago Bulls, Minnesota Timberwolves, Philadelphia 76ers and Heat before […] The post Report: Seve...2025
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• Report: 76ers Were Surprised When Joel Embiid Told Lisa Salters He May Need Offseason Knee Surgery
According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, the Philadelphia 76ers were surprised when Joel Embiid told Lisa Salters that he may need offseason knee surgery. Embiid’s left knee is nowhere near close to 100%. “It seems inevitable that Embiid is going to be dealing with recurring swelling in the knee for some time,” Fischer wrote. “Opting […] The post Report: 76e...2025
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• Joel Embiid, Sixers Expected To Decide Next Course Of Action Before End Of Week

Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers are expected to make a decision on his next course of action with his left knee by the end of this week, sources tell Jake Fischer. Embiid has met with more than 10 doctors for counsel on how to deal with the ongoing discomfort and swelling in his knee. Embiid has already undergone multiple meniscus surgeries. Embiid may not need to undergo a season-ending s...2025
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• Bruce Brown, Malcolm Brogdon Not Considered Buyout Candidates
Don’t count Pelicans guard Bruce Brown Jr. or Wizards guard Malcolm Brogdon among buyout candidates. According to reports from NBA insider Jake Fischer and The Athletic’s David Aldridge, neither player is expected to be available (Twitter links). The Pelicans acquired Brown in Wednesday’s reported Brandon Ingram trade. While Brown has dealt with an injury that’s limited [&#...2025
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• Zach LaVine Would Prefer To Remain With Bulls Past Deadline

Zach LaVine would prefer to remain with the Chicago Bulls beyond the Feb. 6 trade deadline, sources tell Jake Fischer. LaVine is under consideration for his third All-Star Game selection of his career following his injury-plagued 23-24 season. LaVine and the Bulls each wanted to find a trade last season, but the situation has changed considerably for both sides. LaVine has two seasons remaining on...2025
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• NBA Mock Draft 2016: Order of Selections and Final 1st-Round Team Predictions
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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"

2023
"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."

2022
"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."

• Report: Suns Not Enamored With Spurs’ Offer For Kevin Durant
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• Kings Rumored To Have Interest In Holiday, Smart, Brogdon

As the Kings continue to explore pathways to improve their backcourt, Jrue Holiday of the Celtics, Marcus Smart of the Wizards, and impending free agent Malcolm Brogdon are among the players Sacramento is believed to be interested in, sources tell Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Substack link). The Kings have consistently come up as […]...2025
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• Celtics Confident In Potentially Trading Porzingis, Holiday Without Losing Value
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• Report: Celtics Open To Listening To Trade Offers For Anyone Except Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown
According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, the Boston Celtics are open to listening to trade offers for anyone except Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. The Celtics would like to keep Derrick White and Payton Pritchard as well. “Boston is believed to be open to listening to any player on its roster not named […] The post Report: Celtics Open To Listening To Trade Offers For Anyone ...2025
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• Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Rumors: Bucks Star Expected To Stay In Milwaukee
Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo has been at the front and center of trade talks ever since ESPN’s Shams Charania reported the two-time MVP was “open-minded” about leaving Milwaukee. Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Rumors Likely False The trade rumors might have been BS all along, according to NBA insider Jake Fischer. Initial optimism from league executives […] ...2025
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• Hawks Rumors: Draft, TPE, Turner, LeVert, Front Office
Although the Hawks hold a pair of first-round picks at Nos. 13 and 22, there hasn’t been much chatter among league sources about Atlanta exploring the idea of packaging those selections to move up in the draft, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Substack link). By contrast, Fischer writes, a few other teams […]...2025
• V.J. Edgecombe Making Strong Case For No. 3 Pick
With the first night of the draft two weeks away, V.J. Edgecombe appears to be in good position to be selected with the third pick, Jake Fischer of The Stein Line writes in his latest Substack column (subscription required). Sources tell Fischer that the Baylor guard impressed Sixers officials with his “work ethic, personality and […]...2025
• Report: Hawks Want To Re-Sign Caris LeVert
According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, the Atlanta Hawks want to re-sign Caris LeVert. LeVert becomes an unrestricted free agent this offseason. The Hawks acquired the forward from the Cleveland Cavaliers in the De’Andre Hunter trade. “Let’s close with a Hawks-related whisper on free agency that seems more definitive: Sources say Atlanta has […] The post Report:...2025
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• NBA Draft 2025: Thunder, Nets, Magic Most Likely To Trade Up
The Oklahoma City Thunder, Brooklyn Nets, and Orlando Magic are the teams most likely to move up in the 2025 NBA draft, according to NBA insider Jake Fischer. Thunder, Nets, And Magic Could Trade Up In 2025 NBA Draft The Thunder, Nets and Magic have been “mentioned by rival executives as teams to monitor for […] The post NBA Draft 2025: Thunder, Nets, Magic Most Likely To Trade Up appe...2025
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• Report: Lakers ‘Have Long Been Fans’ Of Brook Lopez
According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, the Los Angeles Lakers “have long been fans” of Milwaukee Bucks center Brook Lopez. Lopez becomes an unrestricted free agent this offseason. “The Lakers have long been fans of Lopez, sources say. That doesn’t guarantee they will pursue him again, but the Lakers are indeed expected to […] The post Report: Lakers ...2025
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• Celtics Listening To Offers For Jrue Holiday

The Boston Celtics are "most definitely" listening to trade offers for Jrue Holiday, according to Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. It was previously rumored that the Celtics may have to attach a draft pick to trade Holiday. Holiday is owed $104 million over the next three years. The 34-year-old averaged 11.1 points, 4.3 rebounds and 3.9 assists this season....2025
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• Naz Reid Expected To Decline $15M Player Option

Naz Reid is expected to decline his player option worth $15 million and become a free agent, according to Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. Reid averaged 14.2 points and 6.0 rebounds this season. Wolves' teammate Julius Randle also has a player option heading into the summer, while Nickeil Alexander-Walker will be a free agent. The Wolves plan to be aggressive in upgrading its roster over thi...2025
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• Sixers Confident In Re-Signing Quentin Grimes

The Philadelphia 76ers remain confident in their ability to re-sign Quentin Grimes this offseason, according to Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. A restricted free agent, Grimes averaged 22.7 points and 5.0 rebounds after the All-Star break. The Sixers are also hoping to re-sign Guerschon Yabusele. The team is looking to add a dynamic young talent to their core in the upcoming draft....2025
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• Kings Expected To Gauge Trade Market For DeMar DeRozan
The Sacramento Kings are expected to gauge the trade market for veteran DeMar DeRozan. NBA insider Jake Fischer reported the news on Marc Stein’s The Stein Line. DeRozan arrived in Sacramento last summer via a sign-and-trade and inked a three-year, $76 million deal. He averaged 22.2 points, 3.9 rebounds and 4.4 assists in his first […] The post Kings Expected To Gauge Trade Market For ...2025
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• Sixers Looking To Re-Sign Quentin Grimes, Guerschon Yabusele

The Philadelphia 76ers are confident that they'll be able to re-sign Quentin Grimes this offseason, according to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. Grimes is set to be a restricted free agent. Grimes averaged 22.7 points and 5.0 rebounds after the All-Star break. The Sixers are also hoping to re-sign Guerschon Yabusele. The team expects Kelly Oubre, Andre Drummond, and Eric Gordon to p...2025
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• Trae Young Considered Likely To Remain With Hawks
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• Michael Malone Wanted Nuggets To Trade Christian Braun At 2024 Trade Deadline

Christian Braun has established himself as a valuable starting wing for the Denver Nuggets this season, but Michael Malone previously pushed to move the young player before his breakout. Sources tell Jake Fischer that Malone advocated for trading Braun prior to the 2024 trade deadline during the Nuggets' title defense, preferring to acquire a more established player in return. This revelation adds...2025
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• Report: Josh Giddey to seek deal that pays him $30 million annually in restricted free agency
According to NBA insiders Marc Stein and Jake Fischer, Josh Giddey will seek a deal that pays him $30 million annually in restricted free agency. Giddey becomes a restricted free agent this offseason. The forward is in his first season with the Chicago Bulls. “Giddey, meanwhile, averaged 20.9 points, 9.8 rebounds and 8.9 assists in […] The post Report: Josh Giddey to seek d...2025
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• Hawks To Sign Jacob Toppin To Two-Way Contract
The Hawks are filling their open two-way slot by signing Jacob Toppin, The Stein Line contributor Jake Fischer tweets. Toppin became a free agent when the Knicks waived him on Sunday. The 6’9″ Toppin made 16 appearances for New York this season but his minutes were limited. The second-year forward averaged 0.4 points and 0.7 […]...2025
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• Sixers Explored Signing Ben Simmons After Buyout

Ben Simmons signed with the Los Angeles Clippers following his buyout agreement with the Brooklyn Nets. Simmons also received interest from the Cleveland Cavaliers and Houston Rockets. Jake Fischer reports that the Philadelphia 76ers also had some level of interest in signing Simmons. The Sixers traded Simmons at the 2022 trade deadline for James Harden. Simmons had a prolonged holdout in hopes of...2025
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• NBA trade rumors: 2 Kevin Durant suitors emerge, latest Giannis update, and Cavs star available
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• Rival Teams Lose Confidence In Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Possibility

The momentum for Giannis Antetokounmpo requesting a trade from the Milwaukee Bucks has significantly stalled since the NBA draft combine in May with the common belief amongst league insiders that he will remain with the only franchise he's ever played for. On the morning of the lottery, Antetokounmpo was reported to be "open-minded" about leaving the Bucks for the first time. The Bucks have hoped ...2025
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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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• Suns Insist Moving Bradley Beal To Bench About Jumpstarting Offense, Not No-Trade Clause

The Phoenix Suns' decision to move Bradley Beal to a bench role this week was widely regarded with cynicism as a way to convince him to waive his no-trade clause so they can send him out as part of a package to acquire Jimmy Butler. But sources tell Jake Fischer that it was an attempt to turn Beal into a more aggressive scorer with second units. Beal responded by scoring 25 points in a win over 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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• Thunder Notes: Offseason, Mitchell, Caruso, Daigneault
While the Thunder look to avoid a 2-0 deficit to the Pacers in tonight’s Game 2 Finals matchup, around the league, teams are eyeing their roster construction with interest, writes Jake Fischer for The Stein Line. That’s not just because of the success general manager Sam Presti has had building a small-market powerhouse, but also because […]...2025
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• Teams Losing Confidence In Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Trade Availability
Team representatives have gone from feeling confident to feeling skeptical that Giannis Antetokounmpo will become available via trade. This is according to the latest from NBA insider Jake Fischer. The Milwaukee Bucks were defeated in the first round of the playoffs for the third straight season. That, combined with Damian Lillard being expected to miss […] The post Teams Losing Confidence I...2025
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• NBA trade rumors: 2 Kevin Durant suitors emerge, latest Giannis update, and Cavs star available
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• Report: Raptors Potential Trade Suitor For Suns’ Kevin Durant
According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, the Toronto Raptors are a potential trade suitor for Kevin Durant. The Phoenix Suns will trade Durant this offseason. They missed the playoffs and play-in tournament this year. “Toronto has likewise been painted by numerous NBA figures as a potential trade suitor for Durant … particularly if […] The post Report: Raptors Potential...2025
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• Report: ‘Skepticism’ Remains Giannis Antetokounmpo Will Request Trade From Bucks
Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report provided an update on Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo. It appears that everything is quiet right now with Antetokounmpo. “Right now, everyone in the league wants to know how the offseason is going to unfold, starting with the two biggest dominoes that could fall,” Fischer said. “The trade sweepstakes for […] The post Report: &...2025
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• Report: 76ers Not Looking To Trade Joel Embiid, Paul George
According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, the Philadelphia 76ers are not looking to trade Joel Embiid or Paul George. The Sixers missed the playoffs this year despite having Embiid, George and Tyrese Maxey. They have the third overall pick in the 2025 draft. “Sources say Philadelphia greatly values the opportunity to add a […] The post Report: 76ers Not Looking To Trade ...2025
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• Report: Kevin Durant Staying With Suns ‘Has Not Been Fully Ruled Out’
According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, Kevin Durant staying with the Phoenix Suns “has not been fully ruled out.” Durant, 36, has one year left on his contract. The Suns missed the playoffs this year despite having Durant, Devin Booker and Bradley Beal. Mike Budenholzer was fired as head coach after just one […] The post Report: Kevin Durant Staying With Suns ‘Has Not...2025
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• Report: Cavs Will ‘Largely Stand Pat’ This Summer Despite Losing In Second Round
If you are expecting the Cleveland Cavaliers to make big changes this summer after losing to the Indiana Pacers in the second round of the 2025 playoffs in five games, don’t hold your breath. According to Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report, the Cavs will largely stand pat this summer. “The Cavs, I think from my […] The post Report: Cavs Will ‘Largely Stand Pat̵...2025
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• Rockets Notes: Offseason, Durant, VanVleet, Whitmore, Sheppard
Even after winning 52 games and claiming the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference, the Rockets didn’t see themselves as a legitimate championship contender this spring, says Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Substack link). The Rockets, making their first playoff appearance since 2020, knew the top-seeded Thunder were much further along in their […]...2025
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• Report: Trae Young Trade Chatter ‘Has Noticeably Quieted Down’
According to NBA insiders Marc Stein and Jake Fischer, Trae Young trade chatter “has noticeably quieted down.” The Atlanta Hawks have missed the playoffs two years in a row. They fired general manager Landry Fields last week. “Atlanta’s Trae Young? The noise on that front, compared to the chatter bubbling in Atlanta after the Hawks’ […] The post Report: Tr...2025
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• Sixers Zeroing In On VJ Edgecombe As Hornets, Wizards Also Interested

The Philadlephia 76ers are believed to be zeroing in on VJ Edgecombe with the No. 3 overall pick. Edgecombe visited the Sixers last week. "Edgecombe is said to have impressed with his work ethic, personality and interviews," writes Jake Fischer. Tyrese Maxey also flew in to meet with Edgecombe. The Sixers are bullish on how Edgecombe could help offset Maxey on the defensive end of the floor, whil...2025
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• NBA trade rumors: 2 Kevin Durant suitors emerge, latest Giannis update, and Cavs star available
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• Fischer’s Latest: Sixers’ Draft Plans, George, Spurs, Durant, Holiday
The Sixers will listen to offers for the No. 3 pick in next month’s draft, but they aren’t expected to part with it unless they get another high selection in return, Jake Fischer of The Stein Line reports in his latest Substack column (subscription required). There has been speculation that president of basketball operations Daryl […]...2025
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• Stein/Fischer’s Latest: Griffin, Green, Suns, Beal, More
There has been buzz around the NBA this weekend about the future in New Orleans, where the futures of Pelicans head of basketball operations David Griffin and head coach Willie Green appear tenuous, according to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Substack link). League sources tell The Stein Line that some people […]...2025
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• The Warriors getting LeBron James and Kevin Durant is the most unhinged rumor of the NBA trade deadline

Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images We have finally have an NBA trade rumor so delusional that only the Warriors could truly believe it. The last time Kevin Durant and Stephen Curry teamed up in the NBA, the result was three NBA Finals appearances and two titles in three years. And then, a few years after separating, they got together as part of the USA Basketball Avengers with LeBron Jam...2025
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• The Kings got more first-round picks for De’Aaron Fox than the Mavericks got for Luka Doncic
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• NBA players were just as shocked as the rest of us about the Anthony Davis for Luka Doncic trade
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• Report: ‘Growing Whispers’ Paul George Could Be Interested In Leaving Clippers For Pacers

According to NBA insider Jake Fischer of Yahoo Sports, there are “growing whispers” that Paul George could be interested in leaving the Los Angeles Clippers to play for the Indiana Pacers this offseason. George can become an unrestricted free agent this summer if he declines his 2024-25 player option with the Clippers. If the Clippers don’t […] The post Report: ‘Growing Whispers’ Paul G...2024
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• NBA Trade Rumors: Bobby Portis, Grant Williams, Kelly Olynyk and more featured in latest whispers

Photo by Brian Fluharty/Getty Images The Bucks and Mavericks talking a Bobby Portis for Grant Williams trade is your most surprising update from Monday’s NBA trade rumors. The NBA trade deadline (Thursday, Feb. 8, at 3 p.m. ET) is now less than three days away, so let’s check in on some of the latest NBA trade rumors floating around from various insiders around the association. A Bucks-...2024
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