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• Heat viewed as frontrunner in Giannis sweepstakes; Cavs remain team to watchThe Heat continue to be viewed by many around the NBA as the frontrunner for Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo. But according to recent reporting, the Cavaliers remain one of several wild-card teams worth monitoring if Milwaukee eventually decides to move the two-time MVP. Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report and The Athletic’s Sam Amick and Eric […] The post Heat viewed as frontrunner in Gi...2026See more Giannis Antetokounmpo -
• NBA Notes: Spurs, Victor Wembanyama, Mavericks, Naji Marshall, PelicansSpurs Spurs center Victor Wembanyama isn’t just coming. He’s here. The MVP race has mostly been framed around Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokic. Fair enough. But as Sam Amick of The Athletic noted, Wembanyama is making a real push for that top tier. The numbers back it up. San Antonio is plus-16 when he’s on the […] The post NBA Notes: Spurs, Victor Wembanyama, Mavericks, Naji Ma...2026Check it out Victor Wembanyama -
• Karl-Anthony Towns Had 'Hard Feelings' Over Knicks' Ties To Giannis AntetokounmpoThe brief trade discussions last offseason between the New York Knicks and Milwaukee Bucks involving Giannis Antetokounmpo reportedly "led to hard feelings with Karl-Anthony Towns," sources tell Sam Amick. Those feelings with Towns "remain to this day." Towns has shared his frustrations with his role in Mike Brown's offense at various times this season. Towns has two seasons and approximately $118...2026Check it out Karl Anthony -
• Giannis Antetokounmpo Reiterates Commitment to Bucks Amid Trade Rumors
Giannis Firmly Denies Wanting a Trade Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo addressed swirling NBA trade talk with a clear message: he has no intention of asking for a trade. The two-time MVP spoke with The Athletic’s Sam Amick and insisted that a trade request “is not in my nature.” He also said that at no […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo Reiterates Commitment to Bucks Amid Trad...2026Click for news about Giannis Antetokounmpo
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• Clippers Have No Plans For Fire Sale, Will Explore Adding Around Harden, LeonardThe Los Angeles Clippers have no plans for a fire sale before the trade deadline and are expected to explore adding an impact player around James Harden and Kawhi Leonard, sources tell Sam Amick of The Athletic Team sources say owner Steve Ballmer continues his mandate to remain competitive despite the team's 6-21 start. The Clippers have won five straight games, restoring some internal hope about...2025Visit the page Los Angeles Clippers -
• Nikola Jokic Suffers Left Knee Injury MondayNuggets superstar Nikola Jokic suffered a left knee injury just before halftime in Monday’s game at Miami, the team announced (via Twitter). The three-time MVP will not return to Monday’s contest, per Sam Amick of The Athletic (Twitter link). Jonas Valanciunas started the second half with Jokic unavailable. The injury occured when forward Spencer Jones […]...2025See also Nikola Jokic -
• Pacific Notes: Perry, DeRozan, Booker, Durant, Goodwin, Paul
The Kings are in a familiar place — near the bottom of the Western Conference standings after a 4-13 start. New GM Scott Perry is preaching something that Kings fans have heard for many years — be patient. “I totally understand their frustrations to this point,” Perry told Sam Amick of The Athletic. “It hasn’t […]...2025Check it out Western Conference
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• Knicks’ Jalen Brunson was made ‘untouchable’ in any deal involving Giannis Antetokounmpo
NBA insider Shams Charania reported that the Knicks and Bucks had trade discussions this offseason. Those talks were centered around two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo. New York had interest in acquiring the 30-year-old PF. However, there was one exception in trade talks. Sam Amick of The Athletic reported that the Knicks deemed all-star PG Jalen Brunson […] The post Knicks’ Jalen Bru...2025See more articles Jalen Brunson
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• Kings Believe They're Jonathan Kuminga's Preferred DestinationThe Sacramento Kings believe Jonathan Kuminga wants to join their team, sources tell Sam Amick of The Athletic. The Kings and Phoenix Suns have maintained interest in acquiring Kuminga this offseason via a sign-and-trade agreement with the Golden State Warriors. The Kings have offered Malik Monk and a protected 2030 first round pick in exchange for Kuminga, who would sign a three-year, $63 million...2025See more Jonathan Kuminga -
• Rumor: Warriors Not Interested In Kings’ DeMar DeRozan As Part Of Possible Jonathan Kuminga TradeThe Golden State Warriors are not interested in acquiring veteran wing DeMar DeRozan as part of any package involving restricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga, according to Sam Amick of The Athletic. That points to Golden State aiming for a return focused on youth and draft capital rather than established names. Kuminga, 21, has been the […] The post Rumor: Warriors Not Interested In Kings’ De...2025See more articles Golden State Warriors
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• Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic Not Signing Extension Yet, But Future In Denver Still SolidNikola Jokic isn’t planning to leave the Denver Nuggets. At least, not right now. But his decision to pass on a contract extension this summer has introduced just enough uncertainty to make things interesting. According to The Athletic’s Sam Amick, the reigning three-time MVP is expected to hold off on signing an extension, a move […] The post Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic Not Signing Extensio...2025Read about Nikola Jokic -
• Kings Unlikely To Add Russell Westbrook Without Roster ShakeupThe Sacramento Kings have long admired Russell Westbrook, but admiration alone may not be enough. Despite continued speculation linking Sacramento to the former MVP, a deal remains unlikely unless the team makes roster changes, according to Sam Amick of The Athletic. “The sense that I have gotten is that the Kings have a lot of […] The post Kings Unlikely To Add Russell Westbrook Without Ros...2025See also Sacramento Kings -
• Assistant Coach Texted Reporter During Game 4 Of 2025 NBA Finals ‘Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Has Been Atrocious’
Sam Amick of The Athletic was texting with an assistant coach during Game 4 of the 2025 NBA Finals. The coach texted Amick, “Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been atrocious.” It’s important to know that the coach said this as the second half began. Gilgeous-Alexander had 12 points on 6-of-11 shooting at the half and was a […] The post Assistant Coach Texted Reporter During...2025Continue with Shai Gilgeous Alexander
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• Report: Russell Westbrook’s future with Nuggets ‘uncertain’ after Michael Malone firing
According to NBA insiders Tony Jones and Sam Amick of The Athletic, Russell Westbrook‘s future with the Denver Nuggets is “uncertain” after the Michael Malone firing. Westbrook played only 17 minutes against the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday under interim head coach David Adelman. He had five points and three turnovers while shooting 2-of-11 overall and […] The post Report:...2025Continue with Russell Westbrook
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• Report: Nikola Jokic grew frustrated by Michael Malone’s fiery ways
According to NBA insiders Tony Jones and Sam Amick of The Athletic, Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic grew frustrated by Michael Malone’s fiery ways. The Nuggets fired Malone on Tuesday. “The Nuggets’ locker room was a mess, with team and league sources indicating that the franchise’s most important players, including three-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokić, […] The post Report...2025See more articles Nikola Jokic
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• Report: Nikola Jokic frustrated with Nuggets’ defensive commitment and performance
According to NBA insiders Tony Jones, Sam Amick and Zach Powell of The Athletic, Nikola Jokic is frustrated with the Denver Nuggets‘ defensive commitment and performance. The Nuggets, who fired GM Calvin Booth and head coach Michael Malone on Tuesday, are 25th in the NBA in points per game allowed and 22nd in defensive rating […] The post Report: Nikola Jokic frustrated with Nuggets...2025Check it out Nikola Jokic
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• Report: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was ‘disappointed’ he lost MVP to Nikola Jokic last season
According to NBA reporter Sam Amick of The Athletic, Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was “disappointed” he lost the MVP Award to Denver Nuggets big man Nikola Jokic last season. “As one person close to Gilgeous-Alexander shared, he was (not surprisingly) disappointed last season when he took second in MVP voting behind the Denver […] The post Report: Shai...2025Check it out Shai Gilgeous Alexander
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• Giannis Antetokounmpo admits it’s been a ‘difficult’ season for Bucks
During an interview with NBA reporter Sam Amick of The Athletic, Giannis Antetokounmpo admitted that it’s been a “difficult” season for the Milwaukee Bucks. The Bucks are 40-31. They are in fifth place in the Eastern Conference standings. Antetokounmpo and Co. are only 4-6 over their last 10 games. “Difficult season for us,” Antetokounmpo said. [R...2025Click for news about Giannis Antetokounmpo
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• Raptors, Hawks 'Neck-And-Neck' In Pursuit Of Brandon Ingram Trade With PelicansThe New Orleans Pelicans could be moving closer to a trade of Brandon Ingram, sources tell Sam Amick of The Athletic. The Toronto Raptors and Atlanta Hawks are described as "neck-and-neck" in their talks for Ingram. Ingram is on a $36 million expiring contract and has been unable to get anywhere close to an extension with the Pelicans. Ingram has appeared in 18 games this season and is averaging 2...2025See more articles New Orleans Pelicans -
• Report: Warriors, Mavericks, Rockets Interested In Trading For Kevin Durant
According to NBA insiders Sam Amick, David Aldridge and Anthony Slater of The Athletic, the Golden State Warriors, Dallas Mavericks and Houston Rockets are interested in trading for Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant. One of the best scorers in NBA history, Durant is averaging 26.9 points this season. “As the Kevin Durant landscape continues to […] The post Report: Warriors, Ma...2025Check it out Kevin Durant
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• De'Aron Fox Considered More Likely To Become Available In Summer Than By Trade DeadlineDe'Aron Fox has not asked for a trade from the Sacramento Kings, sources tell Sam Amick of The Athletic. But several rival teams are preparing for that possibility with the San Antonio Spurs, Miami Heat and Los Angeles Lakers at the top of the list of teams frequently discussed for Fox if he becomes available. Among teams interested in Fox, there is a "strong belief that Fox is more likely to be ...2025See also Sacramento Kings -
• Nuggets Showing Interest In Zach LaVine, Cam Johnson, Brandon Ingram, OthersThe Nuggets are actively exploring ways to bolster their depth ahead of the NBA trade deadline, with significant interest in acquiring Bulls guard Zach LaVine, according to The Athletic’s Sam Amick and Tony Jones. Denver is looking for a dynamic scorer at the wing position to ease some of the load on reigning MVP Nikola […] The post Nuggets Showing Interest In Zach LaVine, Cam Johnson, Brand...2024See more Zach LaVine -
• Sebia Captures Bronze Medal At OlympicsNikola Jokic posted the fifth triple-double in men’s Olympic basketball history this morning as Serbia defeated Germany in the bronze medal game, writes Sam Amick of The Athletic. The Nuggets star had 19 points, 12 rebounds and 11 assists as Serbia prevailed 93-83 in a battle of teams coming off heartbreaking losses in the semifinal […]...2024Visit the page Nikola Jokic -
• Olympic Notes: Second Unit, Durant, Edwards, George, Serbia, James, 3×3 Team
Team USA discovered a stellar second unit that accounted for 60 of the reserves’ 66 points in its 103-86 win over South Sudan on Wednesday. Kevin Durant, Anthony Edwards, Jrue Holiday, Derrick White and Bam Adebayo comprised that group. The offensive output was matched by that unit’s defensive versatility, Sam Amick of The Athletic notes. “That […]...2024Read about Kevin Durant
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• Kings eliminate Warriors from playoff contention, will face Pelicans for final postseason spot
By Sam Amick, Anthony Slater and Lauren Merola After entering the fourth quarter with a 15-point lead, the Sacramento Kings knocked off the Golden State Warriors in convincing fashion, 118-94, in their Play-In matchup Tuesday, setting themselves up to face the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday for the final NBA playoff spot. With the loss, the Warriors are eliminated from playoff contention. Keegan M...2024See more Anthony Slater
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• Paul George On How Clippers Can Get James Harden Out Of Slump: ‘I’m Not The Coach, Next Question’When an NBA reporter asked Paul George how the Los Angeles Clippers could get James Harden out of his slump, the small forward didn’t mince words. “I’m not a coach,” George said, via Sam Amick of The Athletic. “I’m not the coach. Next question.” Harden is averaging 7.7 points, 6.3 rebounds and 7.3 assists over his […] The post Paul George On How Clippers Can Get James ...2024See also Paul George -
• Luka Doncic Says Mavericks Have ‘Special’ Team This SeasonDuring an interview with NBA reporter Sam Amick of The Athletic, Luka Doncic said the Dallas Mavericks have a “special” team this season. The Mavericks are 45-29. They are in fifth place in the Western Conference standings and have played like an elite team on both ends of the floor since acquiring PJ Washington and […] The post Luka Doncic Says Mavericks Have ‘Specia...2024See also Luka Doncic -
• Luka Dončić unplugged: Mavs star on MVP, Dallas’ playoff push, talking trash with Vlade and more
Sam Amick sits down with Luka Dončić for an exclusive interview touching on his MVP candidacy, getting passed over by the Kings and more....2024See more articles Luka Dončić
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• Report: Jason Kidd Hopeful He Can Sign Extension With Mavericks This SummerAccording to NBA reporter Sam Amick of The Athletic, Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd is hopeful he can sign an extension this summer. Kidd is signed through next season. The Mavericks are 43-29 on the season. They are in sixth place in the Western Conference standings. “Everybody’s playing for one another — on both […] The post Report: Jason Kidd Hopeful He Can Sign Extens...2024Continue with Jason Kidd -
• Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo Says He Doesn’t Care About Winning MVPDuring an interview with NBA reporter Sam Amick of The Athletic, Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo said he doesn’t care about winning his third MVP Award. “I’m never going to make myself look like I’m crying for a trophy,” Antetokounmpo said. “One thing I’m never going to do is, I’m never going to fall into […] The post Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo...2024See also Milwaukee Bucks