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• Miami Heat Reportedly Targeting Star-Studded 2027 Free Agency Class
Planning for a Major Summer The Miami Heat are reportedly keeping their financial flexibility intact as they prepare for what could be a historic free agency class in 2027. According to ESPN’s Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst, the Heat are structuring their roster and salary cap with the goal of making a major splash when […] The post Miami Heat Reportedly Targeting Star-Studded 2027 Free Ag...2025
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• NBA G League, NGBPU Announce Collective Bargaining Agreement
The NBA G League and the Next Gen Basketball Players Union (NGBPU) have officially announced their Collective Bargaining Agreement. ESPN’s Tim Bontemps reported earlier this month that the two sides had agreed to terms on the NBAGL’s first CBA since the NGBPU was formed in 2020. The new CBA will cover a four-year term, beginning […]...2025
• NBA Notes: Thunder, top trios, Anthony Edwards, streaming app

ESPN’s Tim Bontemps rolled out his annual ranking of each team’s “core three,” weighing both current impact and future value. No surprise at the top, as the defending champion Thunder trio of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren landed first. The Nuggets’ group of Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon came in right […] The post NBA Notes: Thunder, top trios, ...2025
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• And-Ones: Core Trios, MVP, Hayward, NBA App
Tim Bontemps of ESPN ranks the core trios of every NBA team based on their current and future value. Unsurprisingly, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren of the defending champion Thunder sit atop Bontemps’ tiered list, followed by the Nuggets trio of Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon. Bontemps’ final tier (“rebuilding”) is […]...2025
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• NBA Notes: Hornets, LaMelo Ball, Kings, Keegan Murray, Nuggets

Hornets Not everyone around the league is convinced LaMelo Ball can be the long-term face of a winning franchise. That’s according to ESPN’s Tim MacMahon, who discussed the Hornets’ outlook alongside Brian Windhorst and Tim Bontemps on The Hoop Collective podcast. MacMahon said it’s not a controversial take among NBA insiders to question whether Ball […] The post NBA Notes: Hornets, LaMelo B...2025
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• NBA big-three tiers: Ranking core trios for all 30 teams
Who has the top core trio in the NBA? Which teams' big threes are on the rise, and which need work? ESPN's Tim Bontemps breaks it down in 10 tiers....2025

• 76ers first-round pick suffers another injury

Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain suffered a torn ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) in his right thumb during a workout Thursday, reports Tim Bontemps of ESPN....2025
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• Sixers Guard Jared McCain Sustains Torn Thumb Ligament
Sixers guard Jared McCain sustained a torn ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) in his right thumb during a workout today, reports Tim Bontemps of ESPN (via Twitter). According to Bontemps, McCain and the team are consulting with specialists to determine the best course of action regarding the injury. It’s yet another injury blow for the 76ers, […]...2025
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• Jayson Tatum Carried Off With Right Leg Injury
Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum suffered a potentially serious injury in the fourth quarter of Boston’s loss to the Knicks in Game 4 of their series on Monday night. Tatum was carried off the court with a right leg ailment, ESPN’s Tim Bontemps reports. Tatum took an awkward step near the top of the key and […]...2025
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• NBA Tanking Twist: Teams testing player participation policy in race for top pick

The NBA aimed its “player participation policy” at keeping healthy stars on the court before the 2023-24 season. Tanking teams weren’t the primary focus. Still, league rules demand that lottery-bound squads don’t bench their top players without real injuries. The Jazz tripped over this line earlier this month, as relayed by Tim Bontemps and Kevin […] The post NBA Tanking Twist: T...2025
• How Well Could Lakers Finish With Luka Doncic? Rival Execs Weigh In

Before Luka Doncic dropped 32 points in the Lakers’ win over the Nuggets on Saturday, his return to Los Angeles after a six-week calf injury had been underwhelming. Many expected a quicker adjustment, but that was never going to be the case, as written by NBA insider Tim Bontemps of ESPN. The transition from playing […] The post How Well Could Lakers Finish With Luka Doncic? Rival Exec...2025
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• Report: Grizzlies Could Trade Marcus Smart
According to NBA insider Tim Bontemps of ESPN, the Memphis Grizzlies could trade Marcus Smart. Smart has only played in 18 games this season due to injuries. “One Memphis player to watch over the next week is guard Marcus Smart,” Bontemps wrote. “League sources told me there has been plenty of discussion about the former […] The post Report: Grizzlies Could Trad...2025
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• Grizzlies Discuss Marcus Smart Trade

The Memphis Grizzlies have included Marcus Smart in trade discussions in recent weeks, sources tell Tim Bontemps. Smart has played in just 38 games over the past two seasons due to a myriad of injuries. The Grizzlies have seen Jaylen Wells, GG Jackson and Vince Williams Jr. emerge during the absence of Smart, who is currently out with a finger injury. Smart could be considered helpful for another ...2025
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• Atlantic Notes: George, McCain, Towns, Barnes, Raptors Trade Outlook
Sixers forward Paul George underwent an MRI and ultrasound which revealed an injury to the extensor tendon in his left fifth finger, ESPN’s Tim Bontemps relays (Twitter link) via a team press release. His return to play will be determined in the coming days. He played just 13 minutes against Chicago on Saturday. Sixers coach […]...2025
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• Heat Not Interested In Jimmy Butler Trade That Brings Back Contract Of Suns’ Bradley Beal

The Maimi Heat don’t want Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal. At least, they don’t want his contract, as relayed by Tim Bontemps of ESPN. Miami is in the middle of some trade rumors at the moment, after suspending guard Jimmy Butler for seven games. The Heat have said they’re listening to offers for Butler, who […] The post Heat Not Interested In Jimmy Butler Trade That Brings...2025
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• Sixers Adding Pete Nance On Two-Way Deal, Look To Bolster Frontcourt

The Philadelphia 76ers have agreed to a two-way contract with forward Pete Nance, per a report from ESPN’s Tim Bontemps. Nance, the younger brother of veteran Larry Nance Jr., joins a Sixers squad in need of frontcourt reinforcements, with both Joel Embiid and Andre Drummond sidelined due to injuries and personal reasons. Nance is 6-foot-10 […] The post Sixers Adding Pete Nance On Two-Way De...2024
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• Why is Kristaps Porzingis studying Usain Bolt?
The always fascinating Kristaps Porzingis has a new tactic for improving his game. He’s watching Usain Bolt videos to become a better runner. The New York Knicks rookie has taken to studying videos of Bolt to improve his running technique, according to general manager Steve Mills. “He is that diligent in terms of trying to understand every aspect of his body, every aspect of getting better and str...2015
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"Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst canvass the league after a week of offseason chaos."

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"The Heat fear guard Jimmy Butler sustained a possible MCL injury to his right knee during Miami's play-in tournament loss to the 76ers on Wednesday night, sources told ESPN's Tim Bontemps, confirming a report by The Athletic."

2023
"ESPN’s Tim Bontemps caused a stir in recent days when he said, “I don’t think there’s any chance he signs an extension there ever, and if it was up to me I would trade Donovan Mitchell today” on […] The post Cavaliers’ Plan for Donovan Mitchell Revealed appeared first on Basketball Forever."

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"According to Tim Bontemps of ESPN, the Heat’s one point in the first eight minutes of play is the lowest any playoff team […] The post Jimmy Butler, Heat’s embarrassing start vs."

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"Via Tim Bontemps: The Milwaukee Bucks are scheduled to make their trip to the White House to celebrate winning the 2021 NBA title on Nov."

2020
"According to Tim Bontemps of ESPN, there is reason to believe that the Pacers could trade Oladipo after the 2019-20 campaign concludes, and a Western Conference coach names New York as […] The post 3 best Knicks trade offers for Pacers star Victor Oladipo appeared first on ClutchPoints."

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"“I feel like, especially tonight, we were playing scared,” Embiid said of the team’s loss against Dallas on Friday, as relayed by Tim Bontemps of ESPN."

2018
"In a story by the Washington Post‘s Tim Bontemps, Kyrie said he reached out to Kobe “for some clarity” after he found out the Cavs almost traded him to Phoenix."

2017
"Tim Bontemps of the Washington Post noted the Thunder were playing well without their primary star: However, Golden State bounced back behind Durant's excellence."

2016
"Durant spoke about Porzingis on Monday ahead of their Tuesday showdown at Madison Square Garden, describing his reaction on draft night and what makes the rookie special, per the Washington Post's Tim Bontemps: When they made the pick, I texted [Knicks head coach and former Thunder teammate Derek Fisher] immediately and I said I liked the pick."

2015
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"'"— Tim Bontemps (@TimBontemps) December 30, 2014 KG on his alley-oop: "Look, I can actually dunk."

• Miami Heat Reportedly Targeting Star-Studded 2027 Free Agency Class
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• NBA G League, Next Gen Union Agree To First CBA
The NBA G League and Next Gen Basketball Players Union (NGBPU) have reportedly come to an agreement on the first G League CBA, sources told ESPN’s Tim Bontemps on Friday. The G League CBA will feature “several improvements for players, including salary increases for G League players and those who land with G League teams […] The post NBA G League, Next Gen Union Agree To First CB...2025
• G League, Next Gen Union Agree To First G League CBA
The G League has agreed to terms on the league’s first-ever CBA with the Next Gen Basketball Players Union (NGBPU), reports ESPN’s Tim Bontemps (Twitter link). According to Bontemps, the new contract includes player salary increases, as well as pay bumps for players who come to the G League following being signed and waived by […]...2025
• Warriors Notes: Horford, Kuminga, Melton, Dunleavy
Now that his contract with the Warriors is finally official, Al Horford was able to shed some light on his free agency decision during an introductory news conference on Wednesday, writes Tim Bontemps of ESPN. Horford told reporters that he didn’t feel ready to retire and that Golden State seemed like the obvious place to […]...2025
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• East Notes: Raptors, Brandon Ingram, Pistons, Heat, Norman Powell

The Raptors are one of the teams that could outperform expectations, according to ESPN’s Tim Bontemps. Toronto went 30-52 last season while prioritizing draft position, and Brandon Ingram never suited up after being acquired midseason from New Orleans. Bontemps noted it would be tough to picture Toronto landing in the same neighborhood again, at least […] The post East Notes: Raptors, Brando...2025
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• Rumor: Lakers’ Austin Reaves Could Make $30 Million Annually On Next NBA Contract

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves is expected to decline his 2026-27 player option to become an unrestricted NBA free agent next offseason. One NBA executive told Tim Bontemps of ESPN that Reaves could make $30 million annually on his next deal. Reaves played well for the Lakers last season. He averaged 20.2 points, 4.5 […] The post Rumor: Lakers’ Austin Reaves Could M...2025
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• Latest On Ace Bailey

Ahead of the 2025 NBA draft, Ace Bailey‘s representatives told a team with a top-five pick that they didn’t want that club to draft him and that he wouldn’t report to the club if it selected him, sources tell Jonathan Givony and Tim Bontemps of ESPN. ESPN’s report doesn’t name the specific team in question, […]...2025
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• Northwest Notes: Bailey, Brown, Yang, Beringer
The Jazz weren’t on Ace Bailey‘s list of preferred destinations heading into Wednesday night’s draft, sources tell Tim Bontemps of ESPN. Bailey didn’t hold any pre-draft workouts as he was reportedly trying to manipulate the process to end up with a team that could offer him guaranteed playing time and a large role in the […]...2025
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• NBA Sources Still Believe Timberwolves Are Potential Landing Spot For Suns’ Kevin Durant

According to Tim Bontemps of ESPN, the Minnesota Timberwolves could still trade for Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant. The Suns will trade Durant, 36, before the 2025 NBA Draft. Durant has one year left on his contract. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported on Saturday that Durant is willing to sign a contract extension with three teams: […] The post NBA Sources Still Believe Ti...2025
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• Kevin Durant Trade Rumors: Clippers Emerge As Potential Suitor
The Los Angeles Clippers have reportedly emerged as a potential trade suitor for Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant, who is set to enter the final year of his $194.21 million contract. Clippers Could Form New Big Three With Kevin Durant According to ESPN’s Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst, the Clippers are a “team to monitor” […] The post Kevin Durant Trade Rumors: Clipper...2025
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• NBA Rank 2025: What league insiders say about the top 100
With NBA Rank 2025 complete, Tim Bontemps takes the pulse of the league on the countdown's biggest talking points....2025
• NBA Survey: Insiders pick Cavaliers, Thunder as this season’s Finalists

The final chapter of ESPN’s annual offseason survey (via Tim Bontemps) brings us to the big questions: Who’s winning each conference, and who’s hoisting the NBA trophy next June? Twenty coaches, scouts and execs weighed in, and let’s just say the results weren’t exactly shocking. Eastern Conference Cleveland Cavaliers: 9 New York Knicks: 7 Atlanta […] The post NBA Survey: Insiders pick Caval...2025
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• Rumor: Lakers’ Austin Reaves Could Make $30 Million Annually On Next NBA Contract
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• And-Ones: Rebuilding Teams, Free Agency, Flagg, NBL
Among 11 NBA teams in various stages of their respective rebuilds, the Spurs are best positioned for the long run, according to Tim Bontemps of ESPN (Insider link). San Antonio’s place atop the rankings has a lot to do with the presence of Victor Wembanyama on the roster, but Bontemps points to Stephon Castle, Devin […]...2025
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• The NBA Media is about to give the MVP to the wrong guy… again

Photo by Jamie Schwaberow/Getty Images The race between Nikola Jokic and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has a clear winner, it’s just not the one NBA media is acting like it is. The MVP race should be over. In fact, it probably is over… for the wrong person. It’s been known for months that this year’s race is between two stars: Nikola Jokic and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. All available polls, bettin...2025
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• How Well Could Lakers Finish With Luka Doncic? Rival Execs Weigh In
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• Joel Embiid Admits He Needs To “Fix The Problem” With His Left Knee
After shooting just 3-of-9 from the field in Thursday’s loss to Boston, Joel Embiid told reporters he needs to “fix the problem” in his left knee before he can become dominant again, writes Tim Bontemps of ESPN. The Sixers‘ nightmarish season continued as their arch rivals embarrassed them by 20 points on their home court […]...2025
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• ESPN’s latest straw poll has Shai Gilgeous-Alexander ahead of Nikola Jokic for MVP
With the all-star weekend upon us, roughly 27-30 games are left for teams across the league. First place in the Western Conference is the Oklahoma City Thunder at 44-10. In 2024-25, PG Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is having an incredibly dominant season for OKC. Recently, ESPN released their results from the latest straw polls. ESPN’s Tim Bontemps […] The post ESPN’s latest straw pol...2025
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• Knicks Expected To Trade Jericho Sims By Deadline

The New York Knicks are expected to trade Jericho Sims ahead of Thursday's trade deadline, sources tell Tim Bontemps of ESPN. Sims is on a $2 million expiring contract. Sims, who is represented by Jason Glushon and Josh Ketroser, is averaging 1.6 points and 3.3 rebounds in 10.8 minutes over 39 games for the Knicks. Sims was a late second round ick in 2021 out of Texas....2025
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• Pistons Agree To Two-Way Deal With Ron Harper Jr.
The Pistons have agreed to a two-way deal with Ron Harper Jr., ESPN’s Tim Bontemps tweets. Harper was waived in training camp by the Celtics and has been playing for the Maine Celtics in the G League. He averaged 22.8 points, 4.0 rebounds and 2.5 assists in four regular season G League games. He also […]...2025
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• Bucks Rumors: Giannis, Tax, Lopez, Portis, Point Guards
After stating during multiple television appearances this week that a Giannis Antetokounmpo trade appears unlikely to happen in the short term, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst reiterated that point on Friday in a an ESPN.com story co-authored by Tim Bontemps. At the moment, Windhorst and Bontemps say, the expectation around the NBA is that Antetokounmpo will still […]...2025
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• Opposing Scout On Mavericks: They’re Just Hopeless Right Now

The image of Kyrie Irving, a tear rolling down his cheek as he sunk two free throws on a torn ACL, will not be easily forgotten by Mavericks fans, wrote NBA insider Tim Bontemps of ESPN. The poignant moment, reminiscent of his idol Kobe Bryant‘s performance 12 years earlier after tearing his Achilles tendon, struck […] The post Opposing Scout On Mavericks: They’re Just Hopeless R...2025
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• Heat Not Interested In Jimmy Butler Trade That Brings Back Contract Of Suns’ Bradley Beal
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• The NBA just announced changes that will make the end of games worse… again

Photo by Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images Do we really need games to stop more often to watch referees huddle around a monitor? On Monday, the NBA announced an expansion to its instant replay review system to allow for officials to call fouls that “should” have been called while reviewing out-of-bounds calls. Under this new system, referees will be allowed to retroactively hand out fouls ...2024
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• Sixers coach Doc Rivers reacts to Joe Biden Inauguration, admits to texting VP Kamala Harris
On Wednesday, the nation watched as President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris were inaugurated in Washington D.C. Philadelphia 76ers head coach Doc Rivers expressed how he felt on this momentous day, via Tim Bontemps of ESPN. Doc Rivers said he's known Vice President Harris for "8 or 9 years" and said that he's […] The post Sixers coach Doc Rivers reacts to Joe Bid...2021
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• Police officer sues Raptors president Masai Ujiri for alleged assault during NBA Finals
A police officer has filed a lawsuit over allegations that Toronto Raptors president Masai Ujiri assaulted him after Game 6 of last year’s NBA Finals. The officer, Alan Strickland, says that Ujiri struck him in the face and chest with both fists while attempting to access the court following the Raptors’ NBA title clincher, via Tim Bontemps of ESPN. Strickland says that he “suffered injury to his ...2020
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• Sixers coach Brett Brown on Ben Simmons: 'I want a 3-point shot a game, minimum'
Ben Simmons made his second career 3-pointer Saturday night, but Sixers coach Brett Brown is looking forward to the day Simmons’ long-distance shooting isn’t a story anymore, writes Tim Bontemps of ESPN. Brown challenged Simmons to make the 3-pointer a regular part of his arsenal, telling reporters he would like him to shoot at least one every game. “This is what I want,” Brown said, ”and you can...2019
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• As Kemba Walker returns tonight, he reflects on scary collision: 'Thank God I’m OK'
The Celtics' Kemba Walker will return to the court tonight, less than a week after he collided head-to-head with teammate Semi Ojeleye and the point guard had to be taken off the court on a stretcher. “It was a scary moment for myself,” Walker said (via Tim Bontemps of ESPN.com). “When I was in the moment, it was pretty tough to be in, obviously. I know it was scary for everybody. … It was tough, ...2019
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• Kemba Walker reflects on scary collision: 'Thank God I'm OK'
The Celtics' Kemba Walker will return to the court tonight, less than a week after he collided head-to-head with teammate Semi Ojeleye and the point guard had to be taken off the court on a stretcher. “It was a scary moment for myself,” Walker said (via Tim Bontemps of ESPN.com). “When I was in the moment, it was pretty tough to be in, obviously. I know it was scary for everybody. … It was tough, ...2019
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• Kawhi Leonard, Danny Green have the ability to find a way to win in close games
The Raptors have been the best team in the league so far this season, in no small part due to the offseason additions of Kawhi Leonard and Danny Green. As Tim Bontemps of ESPN writes, one of the key qualities that both players bring to the table is their play down the stretch of a close game, as evident in the duel against Kevin Durant and the Warriors last week. As Bontemps points out, both Green...2018
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• Dwight Howard on If He Learned Anything from Kobe Bryant: 'Next Question'
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• Kevin Garnett Wants You to Stop Cheering When He Dunks
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• Kevin Durant Speaks on Kristaps Porzingis' Skill Set, Rookie Season with Knicks
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• Steve Nash Injury: Updates on Lakers Star After Hurting Back Carrying Bags
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• NBA Free Agency 2016: Live Updates, Rumors and Signings for July 4
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• Deron Williams Now Facing Last Chance to Revive Reputation and NBA Career
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• Struggling Pelicans Need a Leader, and Anthony Davis Isn't Stepping Up
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• Gregg Popovich Comments on Rajon Rondo's Alleged Slur Toward Ref Bill Kennedy
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• Spurs Lead Kevin Durant Trade Sweepstakes Over Heat, Rockets
The San Antonio Spurs are the odds-on favorite to land Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant, according to BetOnline. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Saturday night that Durant’s preferred trade destinations include three teams: the Miami Heat, Houston Rockets, and Spurs. Spurs Are More Likely To Trade For Kevin Durant ESPN’s Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst also […] The post Spurs ...2025
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• NBA Tanking Twist: Teams testing player participation policy in race for top pick
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• The NBA Media is about to give the MVP to the wrong guy… again
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• Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Supermax Contract Could Have $72M Starting Salary
Oklahoma City Thunder star guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander could potentially become one of the richest NBA players in history, with a supermax contract that includes at least a $72 million starting salary. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Will Become Eligible For A Four-Year Supermax Extension This Offseason Worth Nearly $300 Million ESPN’s Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst reported on […] The pos...2025
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• Grizzlies Discuss Marcus Smart Trade
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• Report: Trading For Jimmy Butler Is Suns’ Top Objective
According to NBA insiders Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst of ESPN, trading for Jimmy Butler is the Phoenix Suns’ top objective. Butler has requested a trade from the Miami Heat and wants to play with Suns stars Kevin Durant and Devin Booker. “Phoenix, fighting for positioning in the West play-in race, showed just how desperate […] The post Report: Trading For Jimmy B...2025
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• Pistons Agree To Two-Way Deal With Ron Harper Jr.
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• The Celtics aren’t spectacular. That’s just the way they like it.

Photo by Winslow Townson/Getty Images The Celtics fittingly snapped the Cavaliers' undefeated start to the NBA season with a three-point barrage — but don’t call it a statement win. TD GARDEN — Joe Mazzulla wasn’t going to overplay the significance of the Celtics’ 120-117 win over the previously undefeated Cleveland Cavaliers. “To me, I care more about, can we do it again in 72 hours?” s...2024
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• The NBA just announced changes that will make the end of games worse… again
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• Knicks Notes: Randle, Anunoby, Robinson, Brunson
The Knicks played another game without Julius Randle and OG Anunoby on Sunday and they may be facing the prospect of heading into the playoffs short-handed, writes Tim Bontemps of ESPN. Josh Hart sounded pessimistic about the possible return of either of his teammates, who have been sidelined for the better part of the last […]...2024
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• NBA Survey: Insiders pick Cavaliers, Thunder as this season’s Finalists
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• Embiid Undergoes Imaging, No Decision On Season Status
Amid speculation that Joel Embiid will be shut down for the season due to persistent knee issues, Sixers head coach Nick Nurse said no decision had been made on Embiid’s status beyond Monday’s game against Chicago. “Not at that point at all,” Nurse said in his pregame press conference, Tim Bontemps of ESPN tweets. “Just […]...2025
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• The Celtics aren’t spectacular. That’s just the way they like it.
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• Report: Phoenix Suns Discuss Chris Paul Trade
The Phoenix Suns have had discussions about a possible Chris Paul trade, Brian Windhorst and Tim Bontemps of ESPN report. The 35-year-old has been a popular subject of trade speculation since joining the Oklahoma City Thunder last summer. No trade is imminent considering that the league’s transaction moratorium hasn’t officially been lifted. The largest impediment […] The post Re...2020
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• Report: 76ers remain 'atop the list of teams' that could land Kawhi Leonard
The Kawhi Leonard trade rumors have simmered down a bit the past week or so since the top NBA free agents signed new deals. That said, there is still plenty of buzz surrounding a potential trade that could send the San Antonio Spurs star to the Philadelphia 76ers.Tim Bontemps of the Washington Post noted on Monday that, “The Philadelphia 76ers have consistently remained atop the list of teams expe...2018
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• Report: Raptors 'generating buzz' for Kawhi Leonard
Recently, trade talks surrounding Kawhi Leonard have cooled since the beginning of free agency. Teams like the Lakers, Sixers, Celtics and even the Clippers have been mentioned in the race for Leonard. But, a dark-horse team could emerge north of the border. According to Tim Bontemps of the Washington Post, the Raptors have been generating buzz for the Spurs star. The Toronto Raptors also generate...2018
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• Grizzlies vs. Warriors: Score, Highlights, Reaction from 2017 Regular Season
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• Wednesday NBA Roundup: Even in Victory, Warriors Have Questions They Must Answer
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• Monday NBA Roundup: Rockets' Approach Makes Them Both Dangerous and Vulnerable
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• NBA Free Agency 2016: Live Updates, Rumors and Signings for July 4
2016

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