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• Mavericks Adding Mike Penberthy To Coaching Staff
The Mavericks are hiring Mike Penberthy to their coaching staff, sources tell Dave McMenamin of ESPN (Twitter link). NBA insider Marc Stein first mentioned Penberthy as a target for the Mavericks’ staff on Wednesday, while Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com later referred to the team’s interest as “serious.” Penberthy, who has spent the past three seasons […]...2025
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• Bucks, Heat Would Have Interest In Signing Bradley Beal If He Gets Bought Out By Suns
The Milwaukee Bucks and Miami Heat would have interest in signing Bradley Beal if the guard gets bought out by the Phoenix Suns, according to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. The Suns have been discussing a possible buyout for Beal. “It is often written that a buyout for Beal could land […] The post Bucks, Heat Would Have Interest In Signing Bradley Beal If He...2025
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• Heat Have Serious Interest In Signing Damian Lillard, Would Pursue Bradley Beal If He Gets Bought Out By Suns
The Miami Heat have serious interest in signing Damian Lillard, according to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. Lillard was waived and stretched by the Milwaukee Bucks, so he’s an unrestricted free agent. The future Hall of Famer wanted to get traded to the Heat in 2023, but the Portland Trail Blazers […] The post Heat Have Serious Interest In Signing Damian Lillard, ...2025
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• Stein/Fischer’s Latest: Beal, Suns, CP3, Bucks, Lillard, Heat
The Suns and Heat had exploratory talks this week about the possibility of a Bradley Beal trade, according to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Substack link). However, those discussions “ultimately collapsed,” resulting in a rising belief that the veteran guard will ultimately be bought out by Phoenix. If the two sides […]...2025
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• Suns, Heat Talked Bradley Beal Trade, Talks Ultimately Collapsed
The Phoenix Suns and Miami Heat talked about a Bradley Beal trade, according to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. However, talks ultimately collapsed. “The Suns and Heat had exploratory dialogue this week on a potential Bradley Beal trade, league sources say, but the talks ultimately collapsed,” Stein and Fischer wrote. “The […] The post Suns, Heat Talked...2025
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• Al Horford Expected To Sign With Warriors
Al Horford is expected to sign with the Golden State Warriors, according to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. Horford is an unrestricted free agent. Horford appeared in 60 games for the Boston Celtics last season. The five-time All-Star and 2024 NBA champion averaged 9.0 points, 6.2 rebounds and 2.1 assists while […] The post Al Horford Expected To Sign With Warriors...2025
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• NBA Free Agency Rumors: Timberwolves will officially lose key player + latest on Lakers, Warriors

Photo by FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP via Getty Images LeBron James potentially soft-launching a trade request isn’t the only notable news that came out before NBA free agency officially begins. With the official start of NBA free agency just a little over 24 hours away, let’s dive into some of the latest rumors and reporting around what various players and teams will do when it opens. Wolves say...2025
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• Mavs Not Looking To Trade Daniel Gafford

The Dallas Mavericks are not interested in trading Daniel Gafford, sources told Marc Stein of The Stein Line. Gafford signed a three-year, $60 million extension on Monday, which was perceived by some around the league as a trade-friendly deal. The Mavs value Gafford due to Dereck Lively II's injury issues. The team is also not looking to deal P.J. Washington this offseason....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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• Report: Mavericks thought Luka Doncic ‘isolated himself from the rest of the team’ during rehab stints
According to NBA insider Marc Stein, the Dallas Mavericks thought Luka Doncic “isolated himself from the rest of the team” during his rehab stints. Doncic suffered multiple injuries during his Mavericks career. “The Mavericks likewise asserted that Dončić, during his various rehab stints this season, isolated himself from the rest of the team,” Stein wrote. […] ...2025
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• Report: Anthony Davis ‘Looking Pretty Good’ In Return From Adductor Injury
According to NBA insider Marc Stein, Dallas Mavericks big man Anthony Davis is “looking pretty good” in his return from an adductor injury. Davis and Dereck Lively II are progressing toward an in-season return for the Mavericks. “Davis, I’m told, sampled some 2-on-2 play over the weekend for the first time since the adductor injury […] The post Report: Ant...2025
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• Anthony Davis, Dereck Lively II Progressing Toward Return From Injury

Anthony Davis and Dereck Lively II are both progressing toward an in-season return, sources tell Marc Stein. Davis played some 2-on-2 over the weekend for the first time since the adductor injury sidelined him indefinitely. Lively is working his way back from a right ankle stress fracture. The Dallas Mavericks, however, are currently 10th in the Western Conference and would need to win two games t...2025
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• Nico Harrison Was Determined To Trade Luka Doncic By Summer

Nico Harrison was determined to trade Luka Doncic by the 2025 offseason at the latest, sources tell Marc Stein. Doncic was eligible for a five-year, $345 million supermax contract with the Mavericks this offseason and the team had reservations about signing him to that deal. Harrison presumably decided to move up his timeline on trading Doncic when he began discussing a trade with the Los Angeles ...2025
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• Atlantic Notes: Gordon, George, Holiday, Hart, McBride, Anunoby
Sixers wing Eric Gordon has been out since February 9 due to what the team is calling a sprained right wrist. When word broke that Lonnie Walker had agreed to sign with Philadelphia, Marc Stein reported that the team made the move in part because Gordon’s return from that wrist injury may not happen in […]...2025
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• Luka Doncic Expected To Play In Back-To-Back Games Soon

Luka Doncic is making progress on his calf injury and will begin playing both games of a back-to-back sometime soon, sources told Marc Stein of The Stein Line. Doncic missed the Lakers' win over the Blazers on Thursday night after playing against the Hornets on Wednesday. Doncic said that he spent the All-Star break getting his mind off basketball....2025
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• Anthony Davis To Determine If He Needs Surgery For Adductor Strain On Monday

The Dallas Mavericks and Anthony Davis are set to discuss treatment options for Davis' adductor strain on Monday, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. The discussion will focus on whether Davis can treat the injury without surgery. Davis is expected to miss multiple weeks with the injury....2025
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• Mavs Began Hesitating Over Signing Luka Doncic To Supermax Contract Months Ago

The Dallas Mavericks began hesitating over the possibility of signing Luka Doncic to a supermax extension this offseason months ago, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. The Mavs were concerned about Doncic's commitment to conditioning and staying healthy. Doncic, who has currently missed 19 games with a calf strain suffered on Christmas, has been targeting a February 8 return. The severity...2025
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• D'Angelo Russell Reportedly Being Isolated by Teammates After Taping Nick Young
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• Think You Know What the NBA's Morris Twins Are All About? Think Again
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• Blake Griffin Suspended 4 Games for Fight with Clippers' Equipment Staff Member
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• Emoji Battle Breaks out as Clippers Try to Sway DeAndre Jordan from Mavericks
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"co/mQcNlH6zSR— Marc Stein (@TheSteinLine) February 2, 2025 It immediately led to speculation from NBA figures about if the move is a precursor to a James trade as well, according to Brian Windhorst: Windhorst:That is the discussion that is happening now throughout the league."

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"LeBron is reportedly willing to make some big sacrifices to play with his eldest son, including taking a paycut, NBA insider Marc Stein reports."

2023
"The Knicks are now looking to “do right by” Rose and send him to an “ideal situation”, per Marc Stein."

2022
"According to veteran NBA reporter Marc Stein — and as has been speculated for the past few weeks — one potential pathway for the Los Angeles Lakers to rid themselves of Russell Westbrook and his $47 million expiring contract could be to help facilitate a Donovan Mitchell blockbuster between the Utah Jazz and New York […] The post Lakers ‘likely’ to be involved in Donovan Mitchell trade if it happens, per report appeared first on ClutchPoints."

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"Marc Stein says “momentum” on an Iguodala return is “bubbling strong” as free agency approaches."

2020
"Now, Jokic says the pressure is all on the Clippers: Nikola Jokic: "I think the whole pressure is on them" — Marc Stein (@TheSteinLine) September […] The post Nikola Jokic reacts to Nuggets pulling off another huge comeback to force Game 7 vs."

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"The New Orleans Pelicans have made guard Jrue Holiday available in trade talks, Marc Stein of the New York Times reports."

2018
"According to the NYT’s Marc Stein, Boston is holding out for a first-round pick in exchange for Smart."

2017
"According to a report from Marc Stein of ESPN, Deron Williams has cleared waivers and is The post Deron Williams To Sign With Cavaliers appeared first on SLAMonline."

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"com's Marc Stein added some perspective to that cap figure: His salary will rise to $12."

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" The ESPN SportsCenter Twitter account broke the news with a report from Marc Stein: Stein further clarified that in addition to Jae Crowder, Brandan Wright and Jameer Nelson, the picks would be a future first- and second-round selection."

• Heat Have Serious Interest In Signing Damian Lillard, Would Pursue Bradley Beal If He Gets Bought Out By Suns
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• Al Horford Expected To Sign With Warriors
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• Jonas Valanciunas Reportedly Considering Leaving NBA For EuroLeague

Veteran center Jonas Valanciunas is close to accepting a three-year contract offer worth 12 million Euros from the Greek team Panathinaikos, according to a report from Donatas Urbonas and Karolis Tiskevicius of BasketNews.com. League sources confirm to NBA insider Marc Stein (Twitter link) that a possible return to Europe holds “strong appeal” to Valanciunas. Valanciunas, […]...2025
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• Nuggets To Hire Jared Dudley As Top Assistant Coach

Former NBA forward Jared Dudley has agreed to a contract with the Nuggets that will make him the top assistant coach on David Adelman‘s staff, agent Andy Miller tells ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link). Marc Stein of The Stein Line first reported that Dudley was drawing interest from Memphis, Cleveland and Denver, and also reported […]...2025
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• Cavaliers Reunite With Larry Nance Jr. On One-Year Deal
The Cleveland Cavaliers are reportedly reuniting with veteran forward/center Larry Nance Jr. on a one-year contract, according to NBA insider Marc Stein. Larry Nance Jr. Played Nearly Four Seasons With Cavaliers Nance, 32, previously played for Cleveland from 2018 to 2021, averaging 9.5 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 2.6 assists in 182 regular-season games (76 starts) […] The post Cavaliers Reuni...2025
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• Western Notes: Kidd, Collins, Bailey, Harper
The Mavericks are expected to extend head coach Jason Kidd‘s contract again before the start of next season, Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line report (via Substack). Kidd received an extension after last season and general manager Nico Harrison indicated last week that Kidd would remain the team’s head coach next season. […]...2025
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• Larry Nance Jr. Returning To Cavaliers

Veteran forward Larry Nance Jr., who finished the season with the Hawks, is signing a free agent contract with the Cavaliers, Marc Stein of The Stein Line tweets. As a second-apron team, the Cavaliers can only offer him a veteran’s minimum deal. The journeyman will enter his second stint with Cleveland. He played for the […]...2025
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• Kings To Sign Dennis Schröder To Three-Year Deal

The Kings are signing Dennis Schröder to a three-year contract worth $45MM, reports ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link). The deal will be fully guaranteed through two years, with a partial guarantee on the third season, per Vincent Goodwill of Yahoo Sports (Twitter link). Marc Stein and Jake Fischer reported a few hours before free agency […]...2025
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• Suns Notes: Booker, Green, Beal, Hayes-Davis
The Suns and Devin Booker are discussing a contract extension, according to NBA insider Chris Haynes, who notes (via Twitter) that the star guard will soon be eligible to add two years and $150MM onto his current deal. Marc Stein and Brian Windhorst both reported last month that Phoenix was likely to offer Booker a […]...2025
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• Kings Rumors: Sacramento Remains Interested In Russell Westbrook
The Sacramento Kings are still entertaining the prospect of signing free agent veteran guard Russell Westbrook, and New York is reportedly “no longer regarded as a viable destination for the nine-time NBA All-Star,” according to NBA insider Marc Stein. Kings Want Another Veteran Guard Alongside Dennis Schroder The Kings’ top priority this offseason is to […] The post Kings ...2025
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• Stein/Fischer’s Latest: Beal, Suns, CP3, Bucks, Lillard, Heat
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• Al Horford Expected To Sign With Warriors
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• Cavaliers Reunite With Larry Nance Jr. On One-Year Deal
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• Jonathan Kuminga rumors have 4 teams interested in Warriors sign-and-trade

Photo by Eakin Howard/Getty Images Here’s the latest on Jonathan Kuminga’s sign-and-trade landscape with the Warriors in NBA free agency. Jonathan Kuminga never lived up to the hype after the Golden State Warriors selected him with the No. 7 overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft. Kuminga is still only 22 years old though, and he’s potentially the biggest name poised to change teams on the 202...2025
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• Mavs Expected To Sign D'Angelo Russell, May Explore Trading Olivier-Maxence Prosper

The Dallas Mavericks are expected to sign D'Angelo Russell to a two-year, $12 million contract, sources told Marc Stein of The Stein Line and Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. Despite Russell potentially being the 15th and final contract on the roster, the Mavs are still interested in re-signing Dante Exum. The Mavs could explore the trade market for Olivier-Maxence Prosper in order to make ro...2025
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• Report: Hawks Emerge As Serious Trade Suitor For Celtics’ Kristaps Porzingis

According to NBA insider Marc Stein of The Stein Line, the Atlanta Hawks have emerged as a serious trade suitor for Boston Celtics big man Kristaps Porzingis. The Celtics are expected to trade Porzingis this offseason. Porzingis averaged 19.5 points, 6.8 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.5 blocks for the Celtics this season while shooting 48.3% […] The post Report: Hawks Emerge As Serious Tr...2025
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• Lakers Not Interested In John Collins

The Los Angeles Lakers are not interested in acquiring John Collins despite rumors to the contrary, sources told Marc Stein of The Stein Line. The Lakers have long been interested in Walker Kessler, though the Jazz have not made Kessler available in trade discussions. Collins was a rumored target for the Warriors earlier this year. Collins averaged 18.9 points and 8.2 rebounds this season....2025
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• Rockets Still Deciding On Fred VanVleet Team Option

The Houston Rockets are still deciding how to move forward with their $44.9 million team option on Fred VanVleet, sources told Marc Stein of The Stein Line. Sources add that VanVleet is expected to remain with the Rockets and could simply sign a new deal should the team option get declined. The Rockets have not signaled to other teams that they are looking for a sign-and-trade deal involving Van...2025
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• Kyrie Irving Still Deciding Whether To Activate Player Option

Kyrie Irving is still deciding whether or not to activate his player option for next season, sources told Marc Stein of The Stein Line. The deadline for Irving's decision is on Tuesday. Should Irving decline his player option worth $43 million, it is likely that he will sign a new long-term deal with the Mavs. Irving can still negotiate a contract extension should he active the player option start...2025
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• Several Teams Interested In Cody Martin, Including Heat

Several teams have registered interest in Cody Martin, sources told Marc Stein of The Stein Line and Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. The Suns could use Martin as part of a larger trade package involving Kevin Durant. The Heat, who are rumored to be in trade discussion for Durant, are one of the teams interested in Martin. Martin averaged 6.8 points and 4.2 rebounds with the Hornets and Suns...2025
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• NBA trade rumors: 2 Kevin Durant suitors emerge, latest Giannis update, and Cavs star available
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• Mark Cuban Influence Over Mavs Decreased Shortly After Sale Of Team

Mark Cuban's influence over the Dallas Mavericks began to wane shortly after he sold the team to the family of Miriam Adelson and Patrick Dumont in November 2023, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. It has been suggested that Cuban gave a discount to sell the Mavs to Adelson and Dumont for a reported $3.5 billion in order to retain control over basketball decisions. Cuban's decision-making ...2025
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• Wizards Gave 'Real Consideration' To Trading For Bradley Beal At Deadline

The Washington Wizards gave "real consideration" to trading for Bradley Beal at this year's deadline, sources told Marc Stein of The Stein Line. Stein adds that there is no indication that Beal would have waived his no-trade clause to return to Washington. It was reported last month that the Wizards and Hawks were the only two teams willing to acquire Beal. Beal is also reportedly hesitant to upro...2025
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• Mark Cuban Urged Nico Harrison To Not Trade Luka Doncic

Mark Cuban urged Nico Harrison to not trade Luka Doncic to the Lakers, sources told Marc Stein of The Stein Line. Stein adds that by the time that Cuban found out about the deal, Harrison had already verbally agreed to the trade with the Lakers. It was reported that Harrison operated in stealth due to potential backlash from the Mavs fanbase. Cuban also reportedly told Doncic for years that he wa...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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• LeBron James, Anthony Davis Had No Idea Of Trade Discussions; Luka Doncic 'Stunned' By Deal

LeBron James was at dinner with his family following the Los Angeles Lakers' win over the New York Knicks when he learned of the Anthony Davis trade to the Dallas Mavericks, sources told Dave McMenamin of ESPN. James was reportedly surprised by the news and had no idea it was being discussed, according to sources. "The deal materialized in the shadows," according to Shams Charania of ESPN. Marc St...2025
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• Stein: Raptors A Team To Watch For Brandon Ingram
The Raptors have emerged as a team to watch as a potential suitor for Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line (Substack link). Stein’s report doesn’t indicate that the two sides have gained any momentum toward a deal, but he writes that “the mere suggestion of potential Raptors interest” is […]...2025
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• Lakers Not Expected To Trade For Nikola Vucevic, Jakob Poeltl

The Los Angeles Lakers are not expected to trade for either Nikola Vucevic or Jakob Poeltl, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. The Bulls continue to seek a first-round pick for Vucevic, with the Warriors rumored to be interested. Walker Kessler, another rumored Lakers target, is "essentially unavailable" in trade talks. Discussions for Jonas Valanciunas have also yet to gain momentum. Anth...2025
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• LeBron James’ Warriors trade rumors mean more with free agency, Bronny James coming

Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports The Warriors calling the Lakers about a LeBron James trade is the start of another round of free agency speculation with his son Bronny potentially entering the NBA Draft. The Golden State Warriors and Philadelphia 76ers each called the Los Angeles Lakers to make a trade offer for LeBron James, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. Both the Lakers and James w...2024
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• NBA Trade Rumors: The latest on Dejounte Murray, Bruce Brown and more

Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images We have updates on the latest NBA trade rumors about three of the hottest names on the market, and one surprising inclusion. With just two and a half weeks to go until the Feb. 8 trade deadline and the Toronto Raptors already pulling off multiple blockbusters, the torrid flow of NBA trade rumors is showing no signs of slowing down. Here is an update on ...2024
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• Rajon Rondo to Mavericks: Latest Trade Details, Comments and Reaction
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• Stephen Curry Comments on Free Agency, Future with Golden State Warriors
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• DeMarcus Cousins Trade Rumors: Latest Buzz, Speculation on Kings Star's Future
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• Richard Jefferson to Cavaliers: Latest Contract Details, Analysis and Reaction
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• Dirk Nowitzki's Career Deserves Better Ending Than Dallas Mavericks Can Provide
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• Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Fathers Discuss Warriors Winning Championship
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• Kobe Bryant Comments on Retirement, Speculation About Playing Overseas and More
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• Kevin Love Opts Out of Cavaliers Contract: Latest Details, Comments and Reaction
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• Dirk Nowitzki's Career Deserves Better Ending Than Dallas Mavericks Can Provide
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• Stein/Fischer’s Latest: Jerome, Finney-Smith, Turner, Russell, T. Jones, Paul
The Grizzlies appear to be the leaders in the race to sign free agent guard Ty Jerome, according to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Substack link). Jerome is coming off a breakout season, but his salary demands are too high for a Cleveland team on the brink of the second apron, so […]...2025
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• Grizzlies Looking To Trade Cole Anthony

The Memphis Grizzlies are looking to trade Cole Anthony, sources told Marc Stein of The Stein Line and Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. The Grizzlies acquired Anthony from the Magic in a trade involving Desmond Bane. The Grizzlies are looking to shed Anthony's contract in order to sign Ty Jerome, according to sources. Jerome is looking for a deal starting around the Non-Taxpayer Mid-Level Ex...2025
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• Kyrie Irving Still Deciding Whether To Activate Player Option
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• Rockets Likely To Decline VanVleet’s Option, Work On New Multiyear Deal

The Rockets will likely decline their team option on Fred VanVleet for the 2025/26 season in the coming days, but still intend to work toward a new multiyear contract with their starting point guard, according to Kelly Iko of The Athletic (Twitter link). Veteran reporter Marc Stein (Twitter links) also hears that there’s a “strong […]...2025
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• Russell Westbrook Declining 2025-26 Player Option With Nuggets
According to Marc Stein of The Stein Line, Russell Westbrook is declining his 2025-26 player option with the Denver Nuggets. Westbrook will become an unrestricted free agent this offseason. The Nuggets lost to the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round of this year’s playoffs in seven games. Westbrook signed with Denver last offseason. A […] The post Russell Westbr...2025
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• Cooper Flagg Will Meet With Mavericks Ahead Of Draft

The Dallas Mavericks will meet with presumptive first overall pick Cooper Flagg ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft. The meeting is more of a formality than anything, but Mavs coach Jason Kidd put it best when meeting with Marc Stein of DLLS recently. "It's just about: The sooner the better that we can get to know him and he gets to know us," Kidd said. The first round of the 2025 NBA Draft is scheduled f...2025
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• NBA trade rumors: 2 Kevin Durant suitors emerge, latest Giannis update, and Cavs star available
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• Chris Quinn, Jordan Ott Expected To Move Onto Next Round Of Suns Head Coach Search
The Miami Heat's Chris Quinn and the Cleveland Cavaliers' Jordan Ott are expected to move onto the next round of the Phoenix Suns' head coach search, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. The two will meet face-to-face with Mat Ishbia. New general manager Brian Gregory recently met with several candidates, including Sean Sweeney and Johnnie Bryant. Thunder assistant Dave Bliss was schedule...2025
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• Bucks Think There’s Only One Man Who Can Keep Giannis in Milwaukee
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future with the Milwaukee Bucks has been a hot topic, especially after their third consecutive first-round playoff exit. However, the presence of head coach Doc Rivers might be a compelling reason for Giannis to stay put. NBA insider Marc Stein recently reported that the Bucks ‘remain hopeful’ about retaining Giannis, despite widespread speculation […] The...2025
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• Steve Nash, Stan Van Gundy To Join Amazon Prime’s NBA Coverage Team

Amazon Prime Video is continuing to stockpile basketball star power ahead of its debut as an NBA broadcasting partner, reportedly hiring Steve Nash and Stan Van Gundy for its coverage team beginning with the 2025-26 season. Longtime NBA insider Marc Stein of The Stein Line reports that Nash, a two-time NBA MVP and former head […] The post Steve Nash, Stan Van Gundy To Join Amazon Prime’...2025
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• Jonathan Kuminga rumors have 4 teams interested in Warriors sign-and-trade
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• NBA Rumors: Kings, Dennis Schroder, Clippers, Clint Capela, Grizzlies, Ty Jerome, Bucks

With NBA free agency just hours away, buzz continues to circulate around the league, and it’s moving fast. Veteran point guard Dennis Schroder appears poised to sign a two-year deal with the Sacramento Kings using the non-taxpayer mid-level exception, per Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. Meanwhile, free agent guard D’Angelo Russell […] The post NBA Rumors: Kings, Dennis S...2025
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• Kyrie Irving Expected To Re-Sign With Mavericks
Kyrie Irving is expected to decline his $42.9 million player option with the Dallas Mavericks for the 2025-26 season. That doesn't mean Irving is headed anywhere else, however. Irving is expected to re-sign with Dallas, according to NBA insider Marc Stein. "I don't hear anyone forecasting scenarios where Kyrie Irving is no longer a Maverick. I haven't heard one scenario presented where he ends up ...2025
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• NBA trade rumors: 2 Kevin Durant suitors emerge, latest Giannis update, and Cavs star available
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• Bucks Think There’s Only One Man Who Can Keep Giannis in Milwaukee
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• Devin Booker Trade Rumors: NBA Insider Breaks Silence on Whether Suns Will Shop the $220,441,984 Superstar
With trade speculation surrounding Phoenix Suns superstar Devin Booker, NBA insider Marc Stein revealed the team's plans this offseason....2025
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• Jrue Holiday Odd Man Out? Celtics Could Shake Up Backcourt

With the offseason underway for most of the NBA, early speculation around the Celtics suggests that Jrue Holiday may be the more likely trade candidate over fellow guard Derrick White, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. Holiday, 33, has three years remaining on his four-year, $134 million contract, including a $37.2 million player […] The post Jrue Holiday Odd Man Out? Celtics Could ...2025
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• Stein’s Latest: Holiday, White, Porzingis, Williamson, Mavs’ Pick, Dumont
The early speculation regarding the Celtics’ offseason is that Jrue Holiday is more likely to be moved than backcourt partner Derrick White, Marc Stein reports in his latest Substack post. Holiday has three years remaining on a four-year, $134MM contract, which includes a $37.2MM player option in the final year of the deal. White’s four-year, […]...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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• NBA players were just as shocked as the rest of us about the Anthony Davis for Luka Doncic trade
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