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• Nets sign Keon Ellis
The Brooklyn Nets have signed guard Keon Ellis to a multi-year contract. Ellis (6’4”, 175) has appeared in 225 career games (60 starts) across four seasons with the Sacramento Kings and Cleveland Cavaliers, holding career averages of 6.6 points, 2.1 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.2 steals in 19.9 minutes per contest. Undrafted out of Alabama … Continue reading "Nets sign Keon Ellis"...2026
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• Dream Suns free agent target will soon hit the open market

Keon Ellis looks likely to hit the open market this offseason and the Suns need to pounce....2026
• Cavs Rumors: Evan Mobley, Dean Wade, Max Strus, Keon Ellis

Evan Mobley‘s name continues to surface in trade speculation, particularly in hypothetical scenarios involving Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo. But according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line, the Cavaliers are not expected to entertain trade offers involving Mobley. The report should come as little surprise. For starters, it’s about the 17th such report. President of […] The post...2026
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• Cavaliers To Prioritize Re-Signing Dean Wade Over Keon Ellis

The Cleveland Cavaliers have a handful of players reaching free agency this summer. The Cavs are also looking to come in under the second apron, after finishing last season as a second-apron team. Cleveland's first priority is working out a new deal with James Harden. After taking care of Harden, Cavaliers GM Koby Altman is expected to prioritize re-signing forward Dean Wade. Cleveland has develop...2026
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• Cavaliers To Prioritize Re-Signing Dean Wade After James Harden

The Cleveland Cavaliers have a handful of players reaching free agency this summer. The Cavs are also looking to come in under the second apron, after finishing last season as a second-apron team. Cleveland's first priority is working out a new deal with James Harden. After taking care of Harden, Cavaliers GM Koby Altman is expected to prioritize re-signing forward Dean Wade. Cleveland has develop...2026
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• Penny Hardaway Names Gabriel Harris First General Manager At Memphis

University of Memphis men's basketball coach Penny Hardaway has hired Gabriel Harris as the program's first-ever general manager, the school announced Thursday. Harris comes to Memphis after serving as general manager of the Stockton Kings, the NBA G League affiliate of the Sacramento Kings. "We are thrilled to welcome Gabriel Harris to Memphis," Hardaway said. "Gabriel brings a modern approach an...2026
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• Cavs’ James Harden, Keon Ellis to return; Donovan Mitchell out

The Cavaliers will get some backcourt help Sunday. James Harden is set to return against the Nets after missing two games with a fractured right thumb in Tuesday’s win over the Knicks. The injury is to his non-shooting hand. The Cavs have dropped three of four and have rarely been at full strength during that […] The post Cavs’ James Harden, Keon Ellis to return; Donovan Mitchell...2026
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• James Harden, Donovan Mitchell Miss Loss To Pistons

James Harden and Donovan Mitchell missed the Cleveland Cavaliers' 122-119 overtime loss to the Detroit Pistons on Friday. Both players have now missed two straight games. Mitchell is currently day-to-day with a strained groin. "We don't love soft tissue injuries, obviously," head coach Kenny Atkinson said on Friday. "The feedback I'm getting is that it's not a long-term thing." Harden has not play...2026
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• Cavs’ Keon Ellis listed as day-to-day with finger injury

The Cavaliers’ injury report continues to grow. Guard Keon Ellis has been diagnosed with a non-displaced volar plate avulsion of his left index finger. The team initially referred to it as a “solar plate” injury before issuing a correction clarifying the proper medical term. Ellis will undergo treatment and continued evaluation and is listed as […] The post Cavs’ Keon Ellis listed as d...2026
• How to watch New York Knicks vs. Cleveland Cavaliers NBA game: Tip-off time, cable channels, RSNs

The New York Knicks (37-21) travel to Ohio to face the Cleveland Cavaliers (36-22) at Rocket Arena on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. This contest, representing the third and final regular-season meeting between these Eastern Conference titans, carries significant implications for postseason positioning. Under the guidance of first-year head coach Mike Brown, the New York Knicks have undergone a ta...2026
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• De'Andre Hunter to become third Kings starter to undergo season-ending surgery amid franchise-record losing streak

Hunter was acquired by the Kings in a trade that sent Dennis Schröder and Keon Ellis to the Cleveland Cavaliers....2026
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• Donovan Mitchell Urged Cavaliers Into James Harden Trade

Donovan Mitchell influenced the decision by the Cleveland Cavaliers to acquire James Harden from the Los Angeles Clippers before Thursday's trade deadline, according to multiple league sources. The All-NBA guard expressed concerns about the roster's championship viability, prompting franchise officials to pursue significant changes. Three league sources confirmed Mitchell communicated dissatisfact...2026
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• Cavaliers Acquire James Harden From Clippers For Darius Garland, 2nd Rounder

The Cleveland Cavaliers have acquired James Harden from the Los Angeles Clippers for Darius Garland and a 2026 second round pick. The Cavaliers were initially seeking draft compensation from the Clippers, but it was ultimately them who sent a pick. Harden and the Cilppers began working on his exit from the team over the past few days. Harden re-signed with the Clippers last offseason on a two-year...2026
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• Cavaliers Surface In Trade Talks With Potentially 'Major Move'

Despite their second round exit against the Indiana Pacers last May, the Cleveland Cavaliers entered the 2025-26 season with high expectations after winning 64 games. But the Cavaliers have dealt with injuries to Darius Garland, Evan Mobley, Jarrett Allen and Max Strus this season and have generally disappointed. Entering the trade deadline, the Cavaliers have surfaced with the potential of a maj...2026
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• Cavs Trade De'Andre Hunter To Kings For Dennis Schroder, Keon Ellis; Kings Send Dario Saric To Bulls

The Cleveland Cavaliers are trading forward De'Andre Hunter to the Sacramento Kings. Cleveland will acquire guards Dennis Schroder and Keon Ellis from Sacramento. The Kings are also trading Dario Saric to the Bulls, who will acquire a 2027 second-round pick from the Cavaliers and a 2029 second-round pick from the Kings. The Cavs will save nearly $50 million in terms of salary and tax penalties by ...2026
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• Kings Lose Keegan Murray, Keon Ellis To Injuries During Sunday Loss

The Sacramento Kings injury-plagued season took another pair of hits on Sunday. Starting forward Keegan Murray and reserve guard Keon Ellis were both forced to exit Sunday's loss to the Milwaukee Bucks due to injuries. Murray suffered a left ankle injury late in the third quarter. He was helped from the court and didn't return. Murray had recently returned from calf strain. The starting forward ha...2026
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"The Suns would surely love to trade for Keon Ellis of the Kings, but the asking price of a first round pick is why it won't happen."

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"The Sacramento Kings reportedly will exercise their team option on Keon Ellis, who will become an unrestricted free agent this offseason."

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"Keon Ellis could be one of the most pivotal 3-and-D role players in the league this year, and Kevin Huerter should shoot the ball better than he did last season."

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"The Kings have re-signed shooting guard Keon Ellis to a two-way contract, according to NBA."

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"The Sacramento Kings have signed center Neemias Queta and rookie guard Keon Ellis to two-way contracts, according to General Manager Monte McNair."

• Nets sign Keon Ellis
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• Dream Suns free agent target will soon hit the open market
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• Cavs Rumors: Evan Mobley, Dean Wade, Max Strus, Keon Ellis
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• Cavaliers To Prioritize Re-Signing Dean Wade Over Keon Ellis
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• Cavaliers To Prioritize Re-Signing Dean Wade After James Harden
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• Penny Hardaway Names Gabriel Harris First General Manager At Memphis
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• NBA Notes: Cavs, Keon Ellis, Hornets, Kon Knueppel, Pacers
Cavaliers The Cavaliers grabbed headlines at the deadline by acquiring James Harden and Dennis Schröder. But another addition has quietly turned heads. Guard Keon Ellis has impressed teammates and coach Kenny Atkinson with his defensive energy, including a five-block, three-steal performance in Sunday’s win over the Brooklyn Nets. “He never gives up on a play,” […] The post NBA Notes: Cavs, ...2026
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• Donovan Mitchell Says 'We're Going All In, The Time Is Now' After James Harden Trade
Donovan Mitchell declared the Cleveland Cavaliers are operating within a championship window following the acquisition of James Harden, embracing the heightened expectations after Monday's 119-117 comeback victory over the Denver Nuggets. The Cavs trailed for nearly 43 minutes before rallying late on the road to secure their fourth consecutive win. Mitchell acknowledged the urgency created by addi...2026
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• Cavaliers Under Similar Extension Pressure With Donovan Mitchell As Bucks With Giannis

The Cleveland Cavaliers face comparable extension uncertainty with Donovan Mitchell as the Milwaukee Bucks do with Giannis Antetokounmpo, according to a veteran front office executive. Mitchell becomes eligible for an extension this offseason but could reach unrestricted free agency as soon as 2027 if he declines a new deal and his player option. "People don't realize the Cavs are in the same posi...2026
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• James Harden scores 21, joins 29,000-point club in Cavaliers' win over 76ers
James Harden scored 21 points to become the ninth player in NBA history with more than 29,000 career points, Keon Ellis added 19 off the bench, and the Cleveland Cavaliers cruised to a 115-101 victory over the short-handed Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night. Donovan Mitchell had 17 points and six assists, and Evan Mobley had 15 points and eight rebounds for the Cavaliers. Harden reached the mile...2026
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• James Harden scores 21, joins 29,000-point club in Cavaliers' 115-101 win over 76ers
James Harden scored 21 points to become the ninth player in NBA history with more than 29,000 career points, Keon Ellis added 19 off the bench, and the Cleveland Cavaliers cruised to a 115-101 victory over the short-handed Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night. Donovan Mitchell had 17 points and six assists, and Evan Mobley had 15 points and eight rebounds for the Cavaliers. Harden reached the mile...2026
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• Donovan Mitchell Says 'We're Going All In, The Time Is Now' After James Harden Trade
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• After getting James Harden, Cavaliers aiming for deep playoff run
Even though the Cleveland Cavaliers have been playing their best basketball over the past three weeks, Koby Altman and the front office had concluded that they could not stand pat with their roster. Altman, the team's President of Basketball Operations, is hoping the addition of 11-time All-Star James Harden, along with Keon Ellis and Dennis Schroder, continues the Cavaliers' climb up the Eastern...2026
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• Cavaliers rout Clippers 124-89 after Garland-Harden trade
Donovan Mitchell scored 29 points and had nine assists, Jaylon Tyson added 17 points and the Cleveland Cavaliers routed the Los Angeles Clippers 124-89 on Wednesday night, hours after the teams completed a trade of All-Stars. The Cavaliers sent guard Darius Garland to the Clippers in exchange for James Harden. Jarrett Allen scored 10 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, Dennis Schroder added 11 point...2026
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• Kings Seeking First-Round Pick For Keon Ellis

Sacramento Kings guard Keon Ellis is considered by many to be the most likely player to be traded ahead of the trade deadline. Ellis has a very tradable $2.3 million contract for this season. However, the Kings have set a high asking price for the fourth-year guard. Sacramento is said to be looking for a first-round pick to part with Ellis. This is despite the fact that he's fallen out of Doug Chr...2026
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• Jonathan Kuminga Demands Trade From Warriors On First Day Of Eligibility

Jonathan Kuminga formally requested a trade from the Golden State Warriors on Thursday, coinciding with the first day his contract allowed him to be moved, league sources told ESPN. The NBA trade deadline is on February 5. The fifth-year forward signed a two-year, $46.8 million deal during the offseason preventing any trade until mid-January. The agreement also features a team option for the secon...2026
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• Herb Jones, Keon Ellis Among Lakers' Trade Targets To Improve Defense

The Los Angeles Lakers are seeking perimeter defensive help ahead of the Feb. 5 trade deadline but face limited options and competition from other teams, according to team and league sources. The Lakers allowed 78 first-half points to Utah on Thursday, highlighting their defensive struggles despite a high-powered offense. The Lakers rank 21st in defensive efficiency, which trails all rival teams c...2025
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• Ellis reveals when he realized he could have true impact on Kings

Keon Ellis revealed to NBC Sports California's Morgan Ragan the moment he knew he could have a real impact on the Sacramento Kings in the NBA....2025
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• Dunc'd On: TNT Sues; Nembhard Extends; Tyus to PHX; Summer League Prospects for CHI, OKC, SAC, MIA, PHI, LAL, ORL, TOR

TNT sues the NBA to enforce its matching rights, what are the early indications on how it could play out? Andrew Nembhard's extension negotiations were some of the more fascinating in recent memory. (8:00) Tyus Jones joins Phoenix, is this a game-changer for the Suns? (16:00) Plus the rest of the transactions around the league. Then, our wrap-up of every roster player in Summer League continues! ...2024
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• Sources: Kings exercise Keon Ellis' team option for 2025-26 NBA season
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• Two Kings players are secret to team's suddenly improved defense
The defense of Sacramento Kings teammates Keon Ellis and Keegan Murray isn't receiving nearly enough attention....2025
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• NBA awards picks for 2025 MVP, Rookie of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, and more

Photo by Joshua Gateley/Getty Images Here are our NBA awards picks for the 2025 season. The 2024-2025 NBA season will mostly be remembered for something that happened off the court. Luka Doncic getting traded from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers will never make sense no matter how many times fans see him in purple and gold. Dallas’ epic collapse in the wake of the deal will ...2025
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• Kings Re-Sign Keon Ellis To Two-Way Contract
The Kings have re-signed shooting guard Keon Ellis to a two-way contract, according to NBA.com’s transaction log. Sacramento had tendered Ellis a two-way qualifying offer in the days leading up to free agency, making him a restricted free agent, so he may have simply accepted that QO. Ellis, who went undrafted out of Alabama in […]...2023
• Every NBA team ranked by its 2025 championship chances to start season

Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images Let’s rank every team in the NBA by their 2025 championship chances to start the season. The start of a new NBA season is the ultimate time for optimism. Every team is undefeated, and each organization’s season-long goals are still within reach. The NBA is fully entrenched in its parity era. The league has had a different champion each of the last six ...2024
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• Kings signing Keon Ellis to three-year deal

The Sacramento Kings are signing shooting guard Keon Ellis to a three-year contract, agent Corey Marcum told Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. Ellis, 24, had been playing with Sacramento on a two-way deal, spending some of his time with the Stockton Kings of the G League. He has appeared in 29 games with Sacramento, averaging 3.8 […] The post Kings signing Keon Ellis to three-year deal appeared fi...2024
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• Kings, Keon Ellis Agree To Three-Year Deal

The Kings will use the open spot on their 15-man roster to promote two-way player Keon Ellis, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski (Twitter link). Agent Corey Marcum tells Wojnarowski that the Kings and Ellis have agreed to a new three-year contract. Ellis signed a two-year deal with Sacramento in July 2022 after going undrafted out […]...2024
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• Kings Pick Up Option On Keon Ellis’ Contract
The Kings are picking up their $2.3MM option on Keon Ellis‘ contract, James Ham of The Kings Beat tweets. The guard’s salary for next season won’t be fully guaranteed until January. If Sacramento had declined the option and instead given him a qualifying offer of approximately $2.9MM, Ellis would have been a restricted free agent. […]...2025
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• Cavs Notes: Evan Mobley, Donovan Mitchell, James Harden, Keon Ellis

The Cavaliers walked out of Detroit frustrated Friday night. They also walked out confident. Playing without starting guards Donovan Mitchell and James Harden, the Cavs pushed the Eastern Conference-leading Pistons to overtime before falling, 122-119. The Cavs missed two key free throws late in regulation. Then rookie Jaylon Tyson fouled Daniss Jenkins on a halfcourt […] The post Cavs Notes:...2026
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• Cavaliers Under Similar Extension Pressure With Donovan Mitchell As Bucks With Giannis
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• Raptors, Suns, Wizards, Bulls Have Interest In Domantas Sabonis

The Sacramento Kings are open to moving several veterans on their roster. That list includes Domantas Sabonis, Keon Ellis, DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine. Sabonis carries the largest contract of that group, but that hasn't kept team from expressing interest in acquiring the veteran big man. The Toronto Raptors, Phoenix Suns, Washington Wizards and Chicago Bulls have all shown interest in Sabonis. T...2026
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• Jonathan Kuminga Demands Trade From Warriors On First Day Of Eligibility
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• Kings Lose Keegan Murray, Keon Ellis To Injuries During Sunday Loss
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• Kings Rumors: Zach LaVine, Trae Young, DeMar DeRozan, Keon Ellis

The Kings are suddenly one of the league’s busiest teams behind the scenes, and the rumor mill is starting to reflect it. Jake Fischer of The Stein Line reports that Sacramento continues to canvas the market while sticking to the defense-first philosophy the new front office has put in place. Fischer reports that the Warriors […] The post Kings Rumors: Zach LaVine, Trae Young, DeMar DeRozan,...2025
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• Kings Receiving Trade Interest In Keon Ellis
The Sacramento Kings are starting to look at trading veteran players to start the rebuilding process. The player that Sacramento has received the most calls about is wing Keon Ellis. More than half of the NBA has reportedly expressed interest in trading for Ellis. The 6-foot-4 wing is in the final season of his contract at $2.3 million. That small salary makes Ellis easily acquirable for the rest ...2025
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• NBA’s 11 worst long-term team outlooks, ranked by who has the bleakest future

Photo by Tim Heitman/Getty Images Let’s rank the teams that just feel hopeless right now. Fortunes can change quickly in the NBA, and you only need to look at the two teams in the 2025 NBA Finals for proof. The Thunder ended the 2021-2022 season at 24-58 overall. The Indiana Pacers finished that season 25-57. Three years later, the two franchises played a Game 7 for the championship. That’...2025
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