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• World Cup Notes: Jokic, Adebayo, VanVleet, Murray, Kessler, Powell, Simmons
After winning his first NBA title, Nikola Jokic may not be certain to represent Serbia this summer in the FIBA World Cup, according to Joe Vardon of The Athletic. Vardon hears from an international source that Jokic has a family celebration scheduled during World Cup play, which will take place from August 25 through September […]...2023
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• VIDEO: Team USA big man JaVale McGee’s disgusted response to reporter asking if his mom is alive
Denver Nuggets big man JaVale McGee just had the weirdest encounter with a reporter during his latest media talk with Team USA. In a rather rude and inappropriate question, Joe Vardon of The Athletic asked McGee if his mom is still alive. Of course, McGee was shocked by the question and had a disgusted reaction […]
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• Zion Williamson’s family reportedly want him out of New Orleans
The coaching change in New Orleans is only a small part of the situation facing the Pelicans, according to Shams Charania, Joe Vardon and William Guillory of The Athletic....2021
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• Cavs to interview Jazz assistant Alex Jensen
The Cavaliers requested and were granted permission to interview Jazz assistant Alex Jensen for their head coaching position, league sources tell Joe Vardon and Tony Jones of The Athletic. According to the Athletic duo, the meeting is expected to take place sometime next week. The news doesn’t come as a surprise, as ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reported earlier this month that the Cavs were expected ...2019
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• Kyle Korver weighs in on his trade to Jazz
The Cavaliers and the Jazz struck a deal on Wednesday, agreeing to a trade that will send Kyle Korver to Utah in exchange for Alec Burks and a pair of second-round picks. The move isn’t technically official yet, but Korver has already weighed in on it, speaking to Joe Vardon of The Athletic about his impending return to the Jazz. “I’m thankful that (Cavaliers GM) Koby (Altman) and management were ...2018
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• J.R. Smith staying away from the Cavs
Add J.R. Smith to the list of Cleveland Cavaliers who want nothing to do with the team amidst a rebuilding period that’s going to last for years to come. Smith is currently staying away from the team as the Cavaliers look for a suitor. The team would make the announcement on Tuesday. “…JR Smith will no longer be with team as the organization works with JR and his representation regarding his futur...2018
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• Watch: LeBron James jumps cliff in Anguilla
NBA superstar LeBron James is enjoying a family vacation as he prepares to make his big free-agency decision, and he’s not afraid to get the adrenaline pumping off the court.USA Today‘s Alysha Tsuji tweeted a video from James’ Instagram story that shows him jumping off a small cliff in front of a small crowd in the Eastern Caribbean: One can hear The King say, “It’s all about America, goddammit!” ...2018
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• Cavaliers, Larry Nance Jr. have mutual interest in long-term deal
The Cavaliers and Larry Nance Jr. can begin negotiating on a rookie contract extension when the new league year begins in July and multiple sources tell Joe Vardon of Cleveland.com that both sides have “a ton” of interest in striking a deal. However, the team will hold off on any non-LeBron James matters until the 4-time MVP makes a decision on his future.Cleveland’s front office has told Nance Jr...2018
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• LeBron James to prioritize family, winning in free agency
LeBron James remains cagey when asked about his upcoming free agency, having repeatedly reiterated that he’s focused on the shorter-term future – including the Cavaliers’ upcoming playoff matchups – for now. However, as Joe Vardon of Cleveland.com details, James was willing to state in general terms this weekend that his family and the opportunity to keep contending for titles will be the most imp...2018
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• Kyle Korver excused by Cavs following brother's death
Once again, this is bigger than basketball for the Cleveland Cavaliers. Kyle Korver’s brother Kirk, who was only 27, passed away on Tuesday. Understandably, the Cavs would excuse him from the team. From Cleveland.com’s Joe Vardon:“Kyle Korver is not expected to play Wednesday against the Raptors Wednesday because of the death of his younger brother. … He became seriously ill last week.“Kyle left t...2018