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• And-Ones: Expansion, EuroLeague, G League Trades, Hawes
What would it look like if the NBA awarded expansion teams to a pair of new cities? In an entertaining story for ESPN.com, Bobby Marks broke down the rules governing expansion drafts, then submitted lists of protected players for each team to Tim Bontemps and Kevin Pelton, who conducted a mock expansion draft on behalf […]...2024
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• 2027/28 Season Viewed As Target For NBA Expansion
One reason the NBA isn’t yet prepared to dive head-long into expansion talks is that a potential Celtics sale could reset the market, sources tell ESPN’s Tim Bontemps, Kevin Pelton, and Brian Windhorst. If the Celtics set a new record for the highest sale price ever for an NBA team, it would only increase the […]...2024
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• NBA has target year for expansion teams to enter league

ESPN's Tim Bontemps, Kevin Pelton and Brian Windhorst report that the NBA is targeting the 2027-28 season as the target year for expansion teams to enter the league....2024
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• NBA Notes: Kings, DeMar DeRozan, Grizzlies, Zach Edey, Rockets

Kings Well, we all figured DeMar DeRozan would be a difference-maker wherever he ended up this offseason, and that team is the Kings. Watch out, many around the NBA suggest. “Adding DeRozan to De’Aaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis gives Sacramento multiple go-to scorers at the cost of fit between those players and their supporting cast,” wrote Kevin Pelton […] Th...2024
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• RealGM Radio: Seth Partnow, Kevin Pelton On The Pacific Division (Aug 2024)

Host Danny Leroux, Kevin Pelton of ESPN and Seth Partnow of Penn Interactive go in-depth on the NBA's Pacific Division. They discuss how the Kings, Suns, Warriors, Lakers and Clippers fared in the off-season, including which teams improved and what moves stood out. The three also predict the season to come, including projected finish, breakout players and rookies they are most excited to see. Subs...2024
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• West Notes: Timberwolves, Pelicans, Brandon Ingram, Blazers
Timberwolves The Timberwolves made a run to the Western Conference finals, upending the 2023 champion Nuggets along the way. So there was no need to make any sort of splashy deals. So they earned a “B-minus” offseason grade from Kevin Pelton of ESPN. “Limited in draft capital after the Rudy Gobert trade, the Timberwolves added Rob Dillingham with the [&#...2024
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• Trade Rumors: Mitchell, Grant, Hawks, Clarkson
There’s no indication that the Cavaliers are considering trading Donovan Mitchell, and the star guard shut down that topic of conversation following injuries to teammates Darius Garland and Evan Mobley. However, in an Insider-only story for ESPN.com, Kevin Pelton argues that it’s something the team should think about, given that Cleveland doesn’t appear to be […]...2023
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• Despite down year, coach Terry Stotts' job should be safe in Portland
Despite a disappointing season so far in Portland, there’s no reason to believe coach Terry Stotts‘ job will be in danger this spring, a source with knowledge of the situation tells Sam Amick of The Athletic. Coming off the Trail Blazers‘ appearance in the Western Conference Finals a year ago, the team extended Stotts’ contract through the 2021-22 season. This season, the Trail Blazers (26-33) ar...2020
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• LeBron James' injury could lead to a 'nightmare scenario' for NBA playoffs
In an NBA Insiders piece for ESPN, writers Kevin Arnovitz, Chris Herring, Brian Windhorst, Andre Snellings and Kevin Pelton discuss the Lakers’ playoff chances with superstar LeBron James missing extended time with the groin injury he suffered on Christmas Day against the Warriors. As one may expect, the consensus among the writers is that the Lakers will still probably make the playoffs, assuming...2019
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• Is Kawhi's quad injury scaring off the Clippers and Lakers?
The first major story of the NBA offseason broke on Friday, when multiple reports indicated that Kawhi Leonard wanted out of San Antonio. While the Spurs will take a patient, measured approach to the situation and won’t rush Leonard out the door, there was certainly no shortage of trade rumors surrounding the star forward over the weekend.We’ve got a few more Kawhi-related items to round up this m...2018
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• Central Notes: Bullock, Griffin, Van Gundy, Cavs
Pistons‘ starting swingman Reggie Bullock suffered minor injuries after being involved in a two-car motor vehicle accident this morning on his way to practice, reports Rod Beard of The Detroit News. He wasn’t seriously injured but was taken to the hospital for treatment.Bullock, who was on his way to the Pistons’ practice facility in Auburn Hills, was also apparently the victim of a hit-and-run, a...2018
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• Pelton mail: Which non-Hall of Famer had the best peak?
Kevin Pelton answers questions on injuries to star players, pull-up transition 3s, Tyus Jones and more....2018
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• Pelton mail: How can Cavs make playoffs with such a bad defense?
Kevin Pelton answers questions on the quality of free throw shooting, games lost due to injury, and more....2018
• Answering the big questions after DeMarcus Cousins' injury
When Cousins went down Friday night, did he take the Pelicans' season with him? Kevin Pelton looks at the future for the team and for Cousins, who is an impending free agent....2018
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• NBA Meme Mania: 2016 Training Camp Edition
2016

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• 2016 NBA Free Agency: Everything You Need to Know from Day 6
2016

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• NBA teams cooling on Luka Doncic as top draft pick?
While he has long been considered a strong candidate to be the No. 1 pick in this year’s draft, Luka Doncic no longer appears to be a lock to even be a top-three selection, according to ESPN’s Jonathan Givony. While it’s hard to know what to believe at this time of year, Givony explains to Kevin Pelton that the Kings, Hawks and Grizzlies didn’t send anyone to watch the EuroLeague Final Four in per...2018
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• NBA Meme Mania: 2016 Training Camp Edition
2016

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• What Can We Learn from NBA Preseason?
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2024
"“Adding DeRozan to De’Aaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis gives Sacramento multiple go-to scorers at the cost of fit between those players and their supporting cast,” wrote Kevin Pelton […] The post NBA Notes: Kings, DeMar DeRozan, Grizzlies, Zach Edey, Rockets appeared first on Hoops Wire."

2023
"com, Kevin Pelton argues that it’s something the team should think about, given that Cleveland doesn’t appear to be […]"

2022
"Nearly 250 players across 29 teams have entered the NBA's health-and-safety protocols in the last three weeks, according to Kevin Pelton of ESPN."

2021
"Veteran ESPN writer Kevin Pelton bared his choices for the All-Defensive Teams this season."

2020
"com, Kevin Pelton and Bobby Marks explore the Lakers’ trade possibilities, noting that packaging Kuzma with both Quinn Cook and DeMarcus Cousins would be enough for the team to bring back a player earning up to $13."

2019
"In an NBA Insiders piece for ESPN, writers Kevin Arnovitz, Chris Herring, Brian Windhorst, Andre Snellings and Kevin Pelton discuss the Lakers’ playoff chances with superstar LeBron James missing extended time with the groin injury he suffered on Christmas Day against the Warriors."

2018
"Kevin Pelton examines why Houston might be a problem."

2017
"Kevin Pelton shows how LeBron has appeared to defy the normal NBA aging process this season in his battle against Father Time."

2016
" From a tactical standpoint, the rules change figures to have some ramifications, as ESPN Insider's Kevin Pelton explained: And if the new rules disincentivize intentional fouling to a significant degree, head coaches could increase playing time late in the first, second and third quarters for big men who shoot poorly from the free-throw line."

2015
"com's Kevin Pelton highlighted the offensive impact that Nash had on his teams during his prime years: He retires having amassed the third-most assists (10,335) in NBA history."

2014
"com's Kevin Pelton (subscription required) wrote this past February, Davis possesses the blend of skills necessary to sit atop the NBA's superstar hierarchy: "Imagine that Davis develops into a top-five scorer, a game-changing defender and a dominant rebounder," Pelton wrote."

• And-Ones: Expansion, EuroLeague, G League Trades, Hawes
2024

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• West Notes: Timberwolves, Pelicans, Brandon Ingram, Blazers
2024

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• NBA Analyst Gives Cavs ‘B’ Grade For Offseason

The Cavaliers are one of just three NBA teams not to sign a free agent or make any roster additions beyond a draft pick this offseason (the others are the Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics). Still, their summer is going just fine, according to NBA analyst Kevin Pelton of ESPN. Beyond hiring Kenny Atkinson […] The post NBA Analyst Gives Cavs ‘B’ Grade For Offseason appea...2024
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• Dunc'd On: Mock Offseason 2024 Part 1

The 2024 Mock Offseason is here. Kevin Pelton of ESPN, Danny Leroux, and Dan Feldman control the 30 teams, and Nate Duncan is the player agent as they game out the offseason. In Part 1, each GM lays out the goals for their team. Then, Donovan Mitchell weighs whether to extend with Cleveland or evaluate potential trade suitors, Paul George decides whether to remain in LA or explore other cap space ...2024
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• ESPN Insider Proposes Kyle Anderson Trade
Kevin Pelton has an ESPN+ piece($) looking what what every NBA contender needs at the trade deadline. First, let’s stop and acknowledge that Pelton recognizes the Minnesota Timberwolves as a contender. Pelton uses each team’s Vegas odds to determine which teams are contenders, and the books give the Wolves the sixth-best odds (+2000) to win it all this year....2024
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• Hawks Could Have Dejounte Murray On Trade Block

The Atlanta Hawks are reportedly under a mandate from ownership to get under the luxury tax and have been active in trade talks. The Hawks are not expected to entertain a trade of Trae Young, but Dejounte Murray could be available. "One guy I haven't heard in trade rumors is Trae Young," said Brian Windhorst. on the Hoop Collective livestream during the draft. "What about Dejounte Murray?" asked ...2023
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• Despite down year, coach Terry Stotts' job should be safe in Portland
2020

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• Kyle Kuzma one of Lakers' few potential trade options
The Lakers‘ trade options this winter may be somewhat limited, given their lack of mid-level contracts and the fact that three of their players have the ability to veto deals. However, if they’re willing to move Kyle Kuzma, it could open up some doors. In an Insider-only article for ESPN.com, Kevin Pelton and Bobby Marks explore the Lakers’ trade possibilities, noting that packaging Kuzma with bot...2020
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• Should the Knicks trade Kristaps Porzingis for Anthony Davis?
Anthony Davis wants to be traded to a championship-contending team, and the Lakers with LeBron James stand out as the likeliest option given that both Davis and James are represented by agent Rich Paul. The Knicks don’t qualify as a contender, but they have the lure of New York City and will always be included in any conversation of a star player switching teams. Kevin Pelton, in a collaborate pie...2019
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• LeBron James' injury could lead to a 'nightmare scenario' for NBA playoffs
2019

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• Donovan Mitchell points out glaring snub in ESPN reporter’s All-Defensive Teams prediction
Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell wasn’t having it. With him still sidelined due to a sprained ankle, it seems he has loads of extra free time to scroll through social media. And one post particularly piqued Mitchell’s interest. Veteran ESPN writer Kevin Pelton bared his choices for the All-Defensive Teams this season. At first glance, […] The post Donovan Mitchell points out glar...2021
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• NBA teams cooling on Luka Doncic as top draft pick?
2018

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• Central Notes: Bullock, Griffin, Van Gundy, Cavs
2018

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• Pelton mail: Greatest defensive players of modern era
Kevin Pelton answers questions on the top defenders, Rudy Gay, high-profile ejections and the best advanced statistics....2017
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• Is LeBron, Harden, Curry or Kyrie on the best MVP path?
The MVP race features several players taking various paths to the award. Kevin Pelton tracks the stats and trends to rate the top candidates....2017
• NBA Meme Mania: 2016 Training Camp Edition
2016

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• So Far so Good, but Real Work Starts Now for Team USA
2016

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• Pacers 2016-17 Schedule: Top Games, Championship Odds and Record Predictions
2016

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• NBA Summer League 2016: Friday Schedule, Latest Las Vegas Standings and Stats
2016

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• 2016 NBA Free Agency: Everything You Need to Know from Day 6
2016

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• Dunc'd On: Mock Offseason 2024 Part 1
2024

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• So Far so Good, but Real Work Starts Now for Team USA
2016

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• Baseball Hall of Fame Class of 2016: Speech Highlights and Twitter Reaction
2016

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• 2016 NBA Free Agency: Everything You Need to Know from Day 6
2016

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• 2016 NBA Free Agency: Everything You Need to Know from Day 1
2016

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• After Epic NBA Finals, It's Time to Revisit the G.O.A.T. Arguments
2016

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• Warriors vs Trail Blazers: Game 4 Score, Twitter Reaction from 2016 NBA Playoffs
2016

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• Trail Blazers vs Warriors: Game 2 Score, Twitter Reaction from 2016 NBA Playoffs
2016

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• Trail Blazers vs Clippers: Game 5 Score, Twitter Reaction from 2016 NBA Playoffs
2016

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• Warriors vs. Spurs: Score, Highlights and Reaction from 2016 Regular Season
2016

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• Steve Nash Retires: Latest Details, Comments and Reaction
2015

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• NBA Announces Changes to Intentional Foul Rules
2016

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• Nate Robinson Reportedly Receives Tryout with Seattle Seahawks
2016

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• Sixers Are No Longer League's Laughingstock and Other Saturday NBA Takeaways
2015

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• These Rockets might really be the Warriors' biggest threat yet
What makes the Rockets better than Golden State's previous challengers? Kevin Pelton examines why Houston might be a problem....2018
• CJ McCollum Accidentally Listed Inactive, Unable to Play in Blazers vs. Clippers
2016

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• LeBron James-Anthony Davis Pressure Gap on Display and Monday NBA Takeaways
2014

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• Jordan Clarkson: 'I've Got a Chip on My Shoulder' Heading into Next Season
2015

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• Best Potential Center Trade Targets for Toronto Raptors
2015

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• Daily Fantasy Basketball 2015: Best NBA DFS DraftKings Lineup for Jan. 27
2015

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• East Notes: Bucks, Roster Upgrades, Pacers, Heat

Bucks The Bucks deserve high marks for their offseason additions, according to ESPN reporter Kevin Pelton, who gave a “B-plus” to Milwaukee. “Signing Gary Trent Jr. for the minimum turned Milwaukee’s offseason around,” Pelton wrote. “Before adding Trent, the Bucks had no capable replacement for (Malik Beasley‘s) shooting in the starting five. Trent, a 39% ...2024
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• East Notes: Bulls, Zach LaVine, Hornets, Pistons

Bulls The Bulls deserve low marks for their offseason following the trade of DeMar DeRozan to the Kings, per Kevin Pelton of ESPN. For the record, a “D” grade is what’s warranted for Chicago. “The Bulls ended up with an expensive roster that doesn’t look capable of competing for a playoff spot after the loss […] The post East Notes: Bulls, Zach LaVine, Hornets, ...2024
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• RealGM Radio: Kevin Pelton On The Second Round (Apr 2024)

Host Danny Leroux talks with Kevin Pelton of ESPN (@kpelton.bsky.social) about the NBA playoffs. They break down each of the four second-round series in terms of the key matchups, swing factors and much more plus other NBA discussion. Subscribe to RealGM Radio on Apple Podcasts or via the RSS feed....2024
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• ESPN Insider Proposes Kyle Anderson Trade
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• LeBron James' injury could lead to a 'nightmare scenario' for NBA playoffs
2019

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• Rockets shed Ryan Anderson's contract in trade with Suns
The Rockets and Suns agreed to an unusual trade late on Thursday night, with Houston poised to send Ryan Anderson and De’Anthony Melton to Phoenix in exchange for Brandon Knight and Marquese Chriss. Both teams are essentially acquiring a potentially useful veteran on an expensive multiyear contract, plus a young prospect with some upside. That kind of straight two-for-two swap without any draft pi...2018
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• Central Notes: Bullock, Griffin, Van Gundy, Cavs
2018

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• Team LeBron earns high marks after All-Star rally
Kevin Pelton grades the grand finale of All-Star Weekend, which featured never-before-seen lineups, a fourth-quarter comeback, and game-saving defense....2018
• Pelton mail: How can Cavs make playoffs with such a bad defense?
2018
• Pelton mail: Do all the 3s actually make the Rockets more consistent?
Kevin Pelton answers questions on 3-point facts and myths, better lineup data and getting rid of MVP voters....2018

• NBA Meme Mania: 2016 Training Camp Edition
2016

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• So Far so Good, but Real Work Starts Now for Team USA
2016

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• 2016 NBA Free Agency: Everything You Need to Know from Day 1
2016

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• Trail Blazers vs Warriors: Game 2 Score, Twitter Reaction from 2016 NBA Playoffs
2016

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• The Best 2016 NBA Draft Prospects Nobody Is Talking About
2016

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• Warriors vs. Spurs: Score, Highlights and Reaction from 2016 Regular Season
2016

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• Giannis Antetokounmpo Earning 'Greek Freak' Nickname and Thursday NBA Takeaways
2016

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• NBA Rookie Progress Meter: Devin Booker Joining Club of First-Year Elites
2016

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• New York Knicks Most Likely to Be Traded Before the Deadline
2016

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• Toronto Raptors Exorcising Last Year's Demons and Wednesday NBA Takeaways
2015

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