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• Bronny James To Only Play Home Games For South Bay LakersBronny James will only play in home games for the South Bay Lakers in the G League this season, sources told Joe Vardon of The Athletic. James had six points in his G League debut on Sunday. The South Bay Lakers will play 24 home games this season. James signed a standard NBA contract for four-years and $7.9 million last offseason....2024Read about Bronny James -
• Olympic Notes: Durant, Embiid, Australia, Ingles, Mills, Canada
In Team USA’s 122-87 quarterfinal win over Brazil on Tuesday, Kevin Durant became the highest scorer in USA Basketball history, passing Lisa Leslie (488 points), The Athletic’s Joe Vardon observes. Durant finished with 11 points against Brazil and is trying to become the first men’s player ever to win four gold medals. “I mean, that’s […]...2024Read about Kevin Durant
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• Central Notes: Allen, Lillard, Rivers, Giannis, Pacers
Jarrett Allen has been a dominant force in the Cavaliers’ first two playoff games against the Magic. He’s averaging 16 points in the first-round series. His 38 total rebounds is just 11 less than Orlando’s entire starting lineup, Joe Vardon of The Athletic notes. Magic defensive star Jonathan Isaac only played 19 minutes due to […]...2024Read about Jarrett Allen
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• Central Notes: Mitchell, Sanogo, Bulls, Sasser, Green
Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell is looking like he’s regained his All-Star form over the past two games with Cleveland after a rough combination of injury and off nights following Valentine’s Day, The Athletic’s Joe Vardon writes. Mitchell appeared in just nine games since the mid-point of February and averaged 16.9 points on 37.8% shooting compared […]...2024Read about Donovan Mitchell
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• Atlantic Notes: Sixers, Harden, Knicks-Pistons Trade, DiVincenzo, Holiday
The Sixers‘ first meeting with James Harden since trading him to the Clippers last fall was relatively calm, but Wednesday’s rematch in Philadelphia will likely have a different atmosphere, writes Joe Vardon of The Athletic. Harden concentrated on playmaking Sunday afternoon, scoring 12 points and handing out 14 assists as the Sixers picked up a […]...2024Read about James Harden
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• Sixers’ Joel Embiid considering surgery on ailing kneePhiladelphia 76ers center and reigning NBA MVP Joel Embiid is considering multiple options with his troubled left knee, including surgery, per Shams Charania and Joe Vardon of The Athletic. Per the report, Embiid suffered a “displaced flap of the meniscus” in his knee. “Embiid, his doctors and the 76ers are continuing to discuss whether the […] The post Sixers’ ...2024Read about Joel Embiid -
• Joel Embiid Diagnosed With Displaced Flap In Meniscus, Considering Surgery Or Rest & RehabJoel Embiid has been diagnosed with a displaced flap in the meniscus of his left knee, sources told Shams Charania and Joe Vardon of The Athletic. Embiid and the Sixers are considering his options, including rest and rehab or undergoing surgery. A displaced flap is considered as a type of tear to the meniscus. Embiid is averaging 35.3 points and 11.3 rebounds on the season....2024Read about Joel Embiid -
• And-Ones: Resting Stars, Flagg, Doncic, Rookie Scale Extensions
The NBA enacted a new player participation policy during the summer, but it hasn’t been effective in keeping stars on the court during the first week of the season, writes Joe Vardon of The Athletic. Many of the league’s top players have already sat out games, either for rest purposes or minor injuries. Vardon points […]...2023
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• World Cup Notes: Edwards, Italy, Australia, Bertans
Timberwolves shooting guard Anthony Edwards has been the team’s top scorer most of the World Cup but he was silent in the quarterfinals, as he produced just three points and three assists in the rout of Italy. He wasn’t upset about it afterward, The Athletic’s Joe Vardon reports. “Ant could get 30 whatever he wants, […]...2023Read about Anthony Edwards
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• Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo has cleanup procedure on knee, uncertain for FIBA World Cup: Sources
By Shams Charania, Joe Vardon and Eric Nehm Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo underwent a recent procedure to clean up loose cartilage in his left knee, and his status with Team Greece for the FIBA World Cup is in question, league sources confirmed to The Athletic. Antetokounmpo, 28, a two-time MVP and 2021 NBA champion with the Bucks, appeared in 63 games during the regular season —...2023Read about Giannis Antetokounmpo
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• Charlotte Hornets, LaMelo Ball agree to 5-year max contract extension worth $260 million: Sources
By Shams Charania, John Hollinger and Joe Vardon LaMelo Ball and the Charlotte Hornets are finalizing a five-year designated maximum contract extension that is worth up to $260 million, league sources told The Athletic. Here’s what you need to know: Ball averaged 23.3 points, 8.4 assists and 6.4 rebounds a game last season, shooting 41.1 percent from the field and 37.6 percent from 3. The 21-year...2023Read about Charlotte Hornets
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• Carmelo Anthony retires after 19 NBA seasons: The legacy he leaves, on and off the court
By David Aldridge, Nick Kosmider and Joe Vardon Carmelo Anthony retired from basketball Monday, concluding a career that spanned 19 NBA seasons and included 10 All-Star Game appearances. Anthony announced his retirement in a video posted to social media. Here’s what you need to know: Anthony is ninth on the NBA all-time scoring list with 28,289 career points. The 38-year-old’s resum...2023Read about Carmelo Anthony
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• Brother of Bucks Coach Mike Budenholzer Died Before Game 4 as Result of Car Wreck
Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer was dealing with some serious personal tragedy during the first-round series vs. the Heat, Joe Vardon of The Athletic confirmed. The death of one of Budenholzer’s three brothers was first mentioned by Lakers coach Darvin Ham, formerly Budenholzer’s top assistant with Milwaukee. Vardon confirmed the news through a Bucks spokesperson. The […] The post B...2023Read about Mike Budenholzer
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• How I’m voting: Give Cavs’ Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley their flowers, but I’ll hold my NBA MVP vote for now
Joe Vardon, who has votes for the All-NBA teams, NBA MVP and Defensive Player of the Year, reveals his thinking ahead of casting his ballot....2023Read about Evan Mobley
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• Giannis Antetokounmpo, Montrezl Harrell Involved In Confrontation Following Sixers' WinGiannis Antetokounmpo and Montrezl Harrell were involved in a confrontation following the Philadelphia 76ers' 110-102 win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday night. The confrontation occurred as Antetokounmpo shot free throws as fans left the arena. Harrell then took the ball from Antetokounmpo. "This isn't f-- Milwaukee. Get that s- out of there," yelled Harrell, according to Joe Vardon of The Ath...2022Read about Giannis Antetokounmpo -
• Giannis Antetokounmpo And Montrezl Harrell Involved In Confrontation Following Sixers' WinGiannis Antetokounmpo and Montrezl Harrell were involved in a confrontation following the Philadelphia 76ers' 110-102 win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday night. The confrontation occurred as Antetokounmpo shot free throws as fans left the arena. Harrell then took the ball from Antetokounmpo. "This isn't f-- Milwaukee. Get that s- out of there," yelled Harrell, according to Joe Vardon of The Ath...2022Read about Giannis Antetokounmpo
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• Nuggets star Nikola Jokic draws another Larry Bird comparison, but there’s one notable difference
Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic’s all-around talent is drawing comparisons to Larry Bird, as is his shooting form. After Jokic torched the Utah Jazz for a career-high 47 points on Sunday, Jazz head coach Quin Snyder said Jokic was “a 7-1 center shooting the ball above his head like Larry Bird,” per Joe Vardon of […] The post Nuggets star Nikola Jokic draws another Larry Bird c...2021Read about Nikola Jokic
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• Tristan Thompson says LeBron James has the ‘worst f—ing diet ever’
LeBron James has worked countless hours throughout his life and career to become one of the greatest athletes the sports world has ever seen, but apparently he worries a lot more about what he does at the gym than the dinner table. Joe Vardon and Jason Lloyd of The Athletic put together a collection of untold LeBron stories from people who know the four-time NBA MVP, and some of the best info they...2020Read about Tristan Thompson
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• LeBron James won’t play in 2019 World Cup, is open to 2020 Olympics
LeBron James hasn’t represented Team USA in international play since the 2012 Olympics, and that won’t change this fall. With USA Basketball looking to bring home gold at the 2019 World Cup in China, James confirmed to Joe Vardon of The Athletic that he won’t be participating in that event. “I love everything about Pop (Team USA head coach Gregg Popovich), obviously, but this is not a good summer...2019Read about LeBron James
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• For the Cavaliers, life after LeBron is all about character
The Cavaliers lost one of the best players on the planet last summer, a crushing blow to the organization after four straight years of making the NBA Finals. LeBron James made a quick decision to leave Cleveland and join the Lakers on the first night of free agency, but the Lakers under-performed this season as a result of injury, awkward fit and lack of consistency. They were eliminated from play...2019Read about LeBron James
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• Bucks have interest in J.R. Smith, buyout unlikely
The Bucks are among the teams that have some level of interest in J.R. Smith, sources tell Joe Vardon of The Athletic. However, Smith remains under contract with the Cavaliers and an in-season buyout appears unlikely, Vardon adds. Smith played in just 11 games for the Cavs in 2018/19 before informally parting ways with the team. The 33-year-old said early in the season that he felt as if Cleveland...2019
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• LeBron James’ play since return reportedly has Lakers ‘a little concerned’
LeBron James has been putting up great numbers since returning to the court after a groin injury sidelined him for 17 games, but the Los Angeles Lakers are nevertheless said to be “a little concerned” about his overall level of play. James has played in six of seven games since his return on Jan. 31 and is playing very well from a statistical perspective, averaging a triple-double with 23.6 points...2019Read about LeBron James
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• LeBron James, Dwyane Wade interested in eventually owning NBA teams
Michael Jordan is the only former NBA great who currently serves as the majority owner of one of the league’s 30 teams. However, LeBron James – who is often mentioned alongside Jordan in discussions on the league’s all-time best players – would like to join the former Bulls great in the ownership ranks someday. And, as Joe Vardon explains in an interesting piece for The Athletic, James is uniquely...2019Read about LeBron James
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• Is Kyrie Irving following Kobe’s advice by creating tension?
Kyrie Irving may be following advice passed on to him by Kobe Bryant in light of how he’s been conducting himself this season with the Boston Celtics. Irving has been brutally honest at points with his younger teammates, even publicly criticizing them, and the case can be made that the superstar point guard has been at times a disruptive presence in the Celtics’ locker room. Could Irving’s antics ...2019Read about Kyrie Irving
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• Report: Lakers have no interest in Carmelo Anthony
The Los Angeles Lakers reportedly are not interested in landing Houston Rockets forward Carmelo Anthony, despite a report that LeBron James wanted it to happen. Joe Vardon of The Athletic reported recently that James wanted to bring his Banana Boat friend to Los Angeles. However, Brad Turner of The Los Angeles Times notes James has not spoken to Magic Johnson or Rob Pelinka about making it happen ...2018Read about Carmelo Anthony
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• LeBron James reportedly wants Lakers to acquire Carmelo Anthony
LeBron James wants the Lakers to acquire veteran forward Carmelo Anthony, according to a report from Joe Vardon of The Athletic. James and Anthony are known to be longtime friends, competitors and even teammates on Olympic and All-Star teams, and they could join forces in the coming weeks if the Lakers choose to make a push for Anthony. The Rockets and Anthony parted ways last month after just 10 ...2018Read about LeBron James
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• Cavs players reportedly upset about Kyle Korver being traded
Kyle Korver wanted out of Cleveland as soon as LeBron James announced he was not re-signing with the Cavaliers, but that does not mean the sharpshooter’s teammates were indifferent about seeing him go this week. Korver was traded to the Utah Jazz on Wednesday as the Cavs were warming up before their game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Joe Vardon of The Athletic reports that the deal came toget...2018Read about Kyle Korver
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• Report: J.R. Smith done with the Cavaliers
After helping the team to four consecutive NBA Finals appearances and one title, veteran guard J.R. Smith’s days with the Cleveland Cavaliers are over. According to Joe Vardon of The Athletic, Smith is now officially away from the Cavaliers as he helps facilitate a trade to another team. Smith, 33, was taken out of Cleveland’s rotation earlier in the season and has only suited up for 11 games. He’...2018Read about Cleveland Cavaliers
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• Report: Cavs went back on agreement to trade Kyle Korver
The Cleveland Cavaliers are a mess this season, and Kyle Korver was not supposed to be a part of it. According to an article by The Athletic’s Joe Vardon that was published on Saturday, Cavs GM Koby Altman had an agreement with Korver that if LeBron James ever left the team, the Cavs would let Korver go either by buying him out or trading him. James chose to sign with the Lakers over the summer, l...2018Read about Kyle Korver
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• Kevin Love humorously discusses technical foul in Cavaliers' opener
Kevin Love received a technical foul in the Cleveland Cavaliers’ season opener against the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night. The reason? According to Love, it was for yelling, “Come on!” on a call. Getting T’d up for such an infraction elicited a great one-liner out of the Cavs star. “Whitest thing I could’ve said,” Love said, according Joe Vardon of The Athletic . While Love retained his sense ...2018Read about Kevin Love