1 month ago
The Boston Celtics have reportedly signed Devin Carter to a training camp deal, per HoopsHype's Michael Scotto. Carter, 24, will have the opportunity to either earn a spot on Boston's main NBA roster or to join Amari Williams and Dillon Mitchell as one of the Celtics' three two-way talents. Should he sign a two-way deal, he would be expected to spend the majority of the season with the Maine Celtics. Still, it's fair to ******* ume he'd get a chance to impress with the NBA roster at some point, too.
Unfortunately, the decision to sign Carter doesn't come without a potential roster casualty. Milos Uzan has been with the Celtics since signing an Exhibit 10 contract earlier this summer. Uzan instantly impressed when suiting up for the Celtics during Las Vegas Summer League, where he averaged 9.2 points, 4.2 rebounds and 4 ******* ists per game, shooting 36.8 percent from 3-point range and 38.1 percent from the field.
Following John Tonje's decision to join the Portland Trail Blazers on a two-way deal earlier in the offseason, the path for Uzan to earn the final two-way spot with the Celtics appeared wide open. Sure, he'd have to impress during training camp and beat out Tucker DeVries, but given Boston's need for a depth piece at guard, everything seemed to be lining up.
Now, with Carter also in the mix, Uzan is facing a far tougher battle to prove himself and earn a two-way spot with the Celtics. Uzan is a talented young guard and should have no problem finding a home in the coming months if things do not go his way.
Hopefully, he remains in Maine regardless of whether he gets a two-way deal. After all, he could still work with the Celtics' developmental staff and potentially prove the front office wrong for signing Carter, should that come to pass. Of course, Uzan will likely draw interest from elsewhere if Carter does beat Uzan to the Celtics' final two-way spot, and unfortunately for Uzan, that's just part of trying to make it in the NBA.
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Unfortunately, the decision to sign Carter doesn't come without a potential roster casualty. Milos Uzan has been with the Celtics since signing an Exhibit 10 contract earlier this summer. Uzan instantly impressed when suiting up for the Celtics during Las Vegas Summer League, where he averaged 9.2 points, 4.2 rebounds and 4 ******* ists per game, shooting 36.8 percent from 3-point range and 38.1 percent from the field.
Following John Tonje's decision to join the Portland Trail Blazers on a two-way deal earlier in the offseason, the path for Uzan to earn the final two-way spot with the Celtics appeared wide open. Sure, he'd have to impress during training camp and beat out Tucker DeVries, but given Boston's need for a depth piece at guard, everything seemed to be lining up.
Now, with Carter also in the mix, Uzan is facing a far tougher battle to prove himself and earn a two-way spot with the Celtics. Uzan is a talented young guard and should have no problem finding a home in the coming months if things do not go his way.
Hopefully, he remains in Maine regardless of whether he gets a two-way deal. After all, he could still work with the Celtics' developmental staff and potentially prove the front office wrong for signing Carter, should that come to pass. Of course, Uzan will likely draw interest from elsewhere if Carter does beat Uzan to the Celtics' final two-way spot, and unfortunately for Uzan, that's just part of trying to make it in the NBA.
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1 month ago
As expected after Atlanta waived him last week, point guard Devin Carter has agreed to terms and will join the Boston Celtics in training camp, reports Michael Scotto of Hoopshype.
Boston has its 15th roster spot open and the cap ****** e to add another player, but Carter also has two-way eligibility. How things go in training camp may determine his status, although the more likely outcome is that he starts the season on a two-way and that contract may convert to a standard one.
Carter, a lottery pick out of Providence, played his two NBA seasons with the Kings (who traded him to Atlanta this summer in a salary dump). Due to a variety of injuries (shoulder, ankle, calf and back), Carter played in 74 games across those two seasons, and last season averaged 8.9 points per game when he did get on the court.
Carter needs to answer two questions in Celtics training camp. First, can he stay healthy and on the court? Second, has he improved his 3-point shooting? Carter has shot 27.4% from beyond the arc in the NBA, and Boston is a 3-point-happy team under Joe Mazzulla, Carter needs to show he can be part of that.
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Boston has its 15th roster spot open and the cap ****** e to add another player, but Carter also has two-way eligibility. How things go in training camp may determine his status, although the more likely outcome is that he starts the season on a two-way and that contract may convert to a standard one.
Carter, a lottery pick out of Providence, played his two NBA seasons with the Kings (who traded him to Atlanta this summer in a salary dump). Due to a variety of injuries (shoulder, ankle, calf and back), Carter played in 74 games across those two seasons, and last season averaged 8.9 points per game when he did get on the court.
Carter needs to answer two questions in Celtics training camp. First, can he stay healthy and on the court? Second, has he improved his 3-point shooting? Carter has shot 27.4% from beyond the arc in the NBA, and Boston is a 3-point-happy team under Joe Mazzulla, Carter needs to show he can be part of that.
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1 month ago
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The Boston Celtics have made a new addition ahead of training camp.
On Monday, Sept. 14, HoopsHype's Michael Scotto reported that Devin Carter and the Celtics have agreed to a deal. Scotto added that Carter will compete for a roster or two-way spot in training camp.
Boston's interest in Carter emerged after he was waived by the Atlanta Hawks last week
Here's everything you need to know about Carter.
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The Boston Celtics have made a new addition ahead of training camp.
On Monday, Sept. 14, HoopsHype's Michael Scotto reported that Devin Carter and the Celtics have agreed to a deal. Scotto added that Carter will compete for a roster or two-way spot in training camp.
Boston's interest in Carter emerged after he was waived by the Atlanta Hawks last week
Here's everything you need to know about Carter.
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2 months ago
Ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season, HoopsHype is releasing rankings at every position. While Fred VanVleet was rated rather low as a point guard, Rockets star Kevin Durant was recently ranked as one of the best in his position. In a list of the top 27 small forwards in the NBA, Durant placed fifth after averaging 26 points, 5.5 rebounds, 4.8 ***** ists, 0.8 steals and 0.9 blocks in 78 appearances last season.
The Duke duo of Jayson Tatum and Cooper Flagg were ranked first and second, respectively, before the newest member of the Philadelphia 76ers (Jaylen Brown) came in at No. 3. No. 4 is a much more controversial choice, as Jalen Williams of the Oklahoma City Thunder was given the nod over Durant despite playing in just 33 contests last year. Kawhi Leonard (Raptors), Deni Avdija (Trail Blazers), Franz Wagner (Orlando Magic), Brandon Ingram (Clippers) and Brandon Miller (Hornets) rounded out the top-10.
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The Duke duo of Jayson Tatum and Cooper Flagg were ranked first and second, respectively, before the newest member of the Philadelphia 76ers (Jaylen Brown) came in at No. 3. No. 4 is a much more controversial choice, as Jalen Williams of the Oklahoma City Thunder was given the nod over Durant despite playing in just 33 contests last year. Kawhi Leonard (Raptors), Deni Avdija (Trail Blazers), Franz Wagner (Orlando Magic), Brandon Ingram (Clippers) and Brandon Miller (Hornets) rounded out the top-10.
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2 months ago
Stephen Curry has made up his mind about re-signing with the Warriors, Veteran reporter says originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
One of the biggest questions surrounding the Golden State Warriors is whether Stephen Curry is re-signing with the team or if he'll head into free agency after the 2026-27 season. He's obviously the face of this franchise, along with Draymond Green, so it would be a huge blow to see him go.
But, this is the NBA, and just look at what happened with LeBron James leaving the Lakers after eight seasons. So, anything can happen in this league.
Now, one veteran Warriors beat writer is **** erting that he knows exactly what Curry will do when it's time to sign on the dotted line. He says Curry is staying in Golden State.
Longtime NBA journalist and The Athletic columnist Marcus Thompson II spoke with HoopsHype about his new book, "Game Changers: The GOATs Who Revolutionized Basketball," and during the talk, he discussed Curry's future.
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One of the biggest questions surrounding the Golden State Warriors is whether Stephen Curry is re-signing with the team or if he'll head into free agency after the 2026-27 season. He's obviously the face of this franchise, along with Draymond Green, so it would be a huge blow to see him go.
But, this is the NBA, and just look at what happened with LeBron James leaving the Lakers after eight seasons. So, anything can happen in this league.
Now, one veteran Warriors beat writer is **** erting that he knows exactly what Curry will do when it's time to sign on the dotted line. He says Curry is staying in Golden State.
Longtime NBA journalist and The Athletic columnist Marcus Thompson II spoke with HoopsHype about his new book, "Game Changers: The GOATs Who Revolutionized Basketball," and during the talk, he discussed Curry's future.
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2 months ago
Regret is not an emotion that you often hear an NBA player admit to. But there is one thing in a career in the ***** ociation that can trigger that admission – the lost time and potential created by injuries. And such was the case for Boston Celtics forward alum Danilo Gallinari, who tore his ACL in international play just weeks before the Celtics held the training camp he was supposed to be joining the storied ball club for in pursuit of a ***** le.
Gallo spoke to HoopsHype contributor Cyro ***** eo about that era and the Italian forward's feelings about it in a recent interview, "I always go back to my two ACLs," said Gallinari. "The two ACL injuries that happened to me happened in the only two times where I played for a championship-caliber team. Because it happened my third season in Denver and when I signed with the Celtics, which was my only second chance to get to the championship, so those are the only two moments that were not based on something that I did."
"I got injured, but I couldn't control can't control injuries that much," said the former Celtics forward. "So it would be those two moments."
As for which of the two ACL tears were tougher, it was his injury ahead of his tenure with Boston that impacted him the most. "I think the second one was definitely tougher because I did it at 34 instead of 24," he explained. "So when you do it at 24, your body reacts in a different way, so the second one was tougher."
"And the mental part, I think, is always tougher than the physical part because the body will adapt, will react, but the mind sometimes goes back to the same move that you did that you got injured with, and so it's the mental part."
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Gallo spoke to HoopsHype contributor Cyro ***** eo about that era and the Italian forward's feelings about it in a recent interview, "I always go back to my two ACLs," said Gallinari. "The two ACL injuries that happened to me happened in the only two times where I played for a championship-caliber team. Because it happened my third season in Denver and when I signed with the Celtics, which was my only second chance to get to the championship, so those are the only two moments that were not based on something that I did."
"I got injured, but I couldn't control can't control injuries that much," said the former Celtics forward. "So it would be those two moments."
As for which of the two ACL tears were tougher, it was his injury ahead of his tenure with Boston that impacted him the most. "I think the second one was definitely tougher because I did it at 34 instead of 24," he explained. "So when you do it at 24, your body reacts in a different way, so the second one was tougher."
"And the mental part, I think, is always tougher than the physical part because the body will adapt, will react, but the mind sometimes goes back to the same move that you did that you got injured with, and so it's the mental part."
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A longtime NBA journeyman recently named Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry as one of the league's top five players. In an interview with HoopsHype, 14-year NBA veteran Danilo Gallinari spoke about his career and the current state of the NBA. When asked to give a top-five list of current players, Curry was the first name he said. "Current Top 5, I always, I guess I always go with the old heads first: Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, and LeBron James. And then I put Anthony Edwards and Nikola Jokic."
Gallinari, a former No. 6 overall pick in the 2008 NBA Draft, played for eight different franchises, with his longest stop coming in Denver. Despite suffering two ACL tears during his career, the Italian forward put together an impressive resume, playing in 777 career games, averaging 14.9 points, 4.7 rebounds, 1.9 ***** ists and 0.7 steals while shooting 42.8% from the floor and 38.1% from beyond the arc. His strongest campaign came with the Los Angeles Clippers during the 2018-19 season, where he averaged 19.8 points, 6.1 rebounds, 2.6 ***** ists and 0.7 steals. Gallinari's final season came during the 2023-24 campaign, where he played for three different teams, the Wizards, Pistons and Bucks.
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Gallinari, a former No. 6 overall pick in the 2008 NBA Draft, played for eight different franchises, with his longest stop coming in Denver. Despite suffering two ACL tears during his career, the Italian forward put together an impressive resume, playing in 777 career games, averaging 14.9 points, 4.7 rebounds, 1.9 ***** ists and 0.7 steals while shooting 42.8% from the floor and 38.1% from beyond the arc. His strongest campaign came with the Los Angeles Clippers during the 2018-19 season, where he averaged 19.8 points, 6.1 rebounds, 2.6 ***** ists and 0.7 steals. Gallinari's final season came during the 2023-24 campaign, where he played for three different teams, the Wizards, Pistons and Bucks.
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Lakers predicted to sign $15M explosive former first-round pick to revive career around Luka Doncic originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Former first-round pick Cam Whitmore is simply looking for an opportunity to play for the right team in the right situation. He still does not know exactly where that will be, but he is hoping to find the right fit soon.
Whitmore was on the roster bubble with the Washington Wizards before being traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Cleveland ultimately waived him to make room for James Harden.
"The Cleveland Cavaliers have waived Cam Whitmore, league sources told hoopshype. Whitmore, the 20th pick of the 2023 NBA Draft, has averaged 10.5 points on 45% from the field and 35% from 3-point range in 17.3 minutes during three NBA seasons with the Rockets and Wizards," HoopsHype's Michael Scotto wrote.
Whitmore still has time to develop into the player many believe he can become. Fadeaway World's Fran Leiva believes the Los Angeles Lakers could be the team to give him that opportunity.
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Former first-round pick Cam Whitmore is simply looking for an opportunity to play for the right team in the right situation. He still does not know exactly where that will be, but he is hoping to find the right fit soon.
Whitmore was on the roster bubble with the Washington Wizards before being traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Cleveland ultimately waived him to make room for James Harden.
"The Cleveland Cavaliers have waived Cam Whitmore, league sources told hoopshype. Whitmore, the 20th pick of the 2023 NBA Draft, has averaged 10.5 points on 45% from the field and 35% from 3-point range in 17.3 minutes during three NBA seasons with the Rockets and Wizards," HoopsHype's Michael Scotto wrote.
Whitmore still has time to develop into the player many believe he can become. Fadeaway World's Fran Leiva believes the Los Angeles Lakers could be the team to give him that opportunity.
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2 months ago
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The Golden State Warriors' first 12 players on the roster this summer were familiar faces with some level of experience in the organization. However, that changed as the Warriors added several pieces to round out the team during free agency.
Golden State brought in veterans with playoff experience last week, officially signing Georges Niang and Brandon Williams to contracts.
"The Warriors signed Georges Niang to a partially guaranteed deal and Brandon Williams to a non-guaranteed deal, sources say. Niang is partially guaranteed for $1.84M of his $3.88M salary. Williams can earn $1.4M if he makes the opening night roster and up to $2.63M total," HoopsHype's Michael Scotto posted.
The Warriors still have a two-way contract available after rounding out the rest of the roster. Blue Man Hoops' Peter O'Keefe believes Golden State could use that spot to sign Cam Whitmore.
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The Golden State Warriors' first 12 players on the roster this summer were familiar faces with some level of experience in the organization. However, that changed as the Warriors added several pieces to round out the team during free agency.
Golden State brought in veterans with playoff experience last week, officially signing Georges Niang and Brandon Williams to contracts.
"The Warriors signed Georges Niang to a partially guaranteed deal and Brandon Williams to a non-guaranteed deal, sources say. Niang is partially guaranteed for $1.84M of his $3.88M salary. Williams can earn $1.4M if he makes the opening night roster and up to $2.63M total," HoopsHype's Michael Scotto posted.
The Warriors still have a two-way contract available after rounding out the rest of the roster. Blue Man Hoops' Peter O'Keefe believes Golden State could use that spot to sign Cam Whitmore.
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2 months ago
Brooklyn Nets guard Egor Demin had a solid rookie season where he showed his ability to shoot the three-pointer better than anyone, except the Nets' coaching staff, anticipated coming into last year. Since then, Brooklyn has been hoping to see more from Demin besides his long-range shooting and he looked like he was ready to do that in the summer league, but some around the league are waiting to see it during the regular season.
HoopsHype put out its list of the projected top-27 shooting guards for the upcoming 2026-27 season and Demin did not make the list or the three players that missed the cut, putting him outside the top-30. For context, the three players that just missed the cut for HoopsHype were Shaedon Sharpe of the Portland Trail Blazers, Aaron Wiggins of the Atlanta Hawks, and Brandin Podziemski of the Golden State Warriors.
Demin, 20, is coming off an impressive showing during Brooklyn's summer circuit as he showed his ability to impact the game outside of his shooting ability, which was subpar compared to how he shot the ball last season. In five games played between the California Classic and Las Vegas Summer League, Demin averaged 21.8 points, 5.2 rebounds, 3.8 ****** ists, and 1.8 steals per game while shooting 47.3% from the field and 28.9% from behind the three-point line.
As of this writing, HoopsHype has put out its top-27 projected lists for the point guard and shooting guard spots heading into next season and thus far, Brooklyn's projected starting guards have not made the top-30. Demin seems to be set as the shooting guard while Mikel Brown Jr. will likely be the starting point guard ****** uming that he plays well in camp and the preseason.
With the Nets expected to be one of the worst teams in the league next season, it makes sense to see many around the league doubt how many of the players can step up to beat the odds in an improved Easter Conference. However, it's important to note that this list is a projection so Demin has every chance to come into camp and be the best version of himself that hopefully places him in the top-27 by the time next season is over.
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HoopsHype put out its list of the projected top-27 shooting guards for the upcoming 2026-27 season and Demin did not make the list or the three players that missed the cut, putting him outside the top-30. For context, the three players that just missed the cut for HoopsHype were Shaedon Sharpe of the Portland Trail Blazers, Aaron Wiggins of the Atlanta Hawks, and Brandin Podziemski of the Golden State Warriors.
Demin, 20, is coming off an impressive showing during Brooklyn's summer circuit as he showed his ability to impact the game outside of his shooting ability, which was subpar compared to how he shot the ball last season. In five games played between the California Classic and Las Vegas Summer League, Demin averaged 21.8 points, 5.2 rebounds, 3.8 ****** ists, and 1.8 steals per game while shooting 47.3% from the field and 28.9% from behind the three-point line.
As of this writing, HoopsHype has put out its top-27 projected lists for the point guard and shooting guard spots heading into next season and thus far, Brooklyn's projected starting guards have not made the top-30. Demin seems to be set as the shooting guard while Mikel Brown Jr. will likely be the starting point guard ****** uming that he plays well in camp and the preseason.
With the Nets expected to be one of the worst teams in the league next season, it makes sense to see many around the league doubt how many of the players can step up to beat the odds in an improved Easter Conference. However, it's important to note that this list is a projection so Demin has every chance to come into camp and be the best version of himself that hopefully places him in the top-27 by the time next season is over.
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2 months ago
Michael Scotto: Breaking: Jonathan ****** inga and the Minnesota Timberwolves have agreed to a two-year deal, which includes a player option, league sources told hoopshype. Agent Aaron Turner and Wolves officials finalized the deal.
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2 months ago
The Brooklyn Nets have had plenty of great players wear the Nets uniform over the history of the franchise, both in New Jersey and in their current home at Barclays Center. Brooklyn is hoping to put forth a better product for the fanbase next season after one of the worst seasons that the team has seen, but it could be time to note how many greats have played for the organization.
"Scoring comes so easy for him it's almost ridiculous, as Kevin Durant is a 7-footer with ballhandling, quickness and a pristine jumper that he can hit from legitimately anywhere on the floor," Frank Urbina wrote for HoopsHype when discussing Kevin Durant, the third-best small forward in NBA history. In addition to Durant, the next player also spent time with the Nets even though he is mostly known for his time with the Philadelphia 76ers.
"He was 26 by the time he made his NBA debut after years in the ABA, so Julius Erving would rank far higher in the statistical categories had he spent his whole career in the ***** ociation," Urbina wrote on Erving, affectionately known in NBA circles as Dr. J. Erving played for the Nets when the team was in New York, prior to moving to New Jersey, but there is one more player to mention on this top-20 small forward list.
"Paul Pierce was a beastly scorer in his prime, one who could fill it up from all three levels and score on even the most elite of defenders," Urbina wrote on Paul Pierce, who had already made his name known prior to coming to the Nets. In reference to this list, Durant ranked third, Erving ranked fourth, and Pierce is ranked as the 13th-best small forward in the history of the ***** ociation.
Ultimately, the Nets are still in the midst of their rebuild so next season may not pleasant for the fanbase to see given that some of the youngest players still have some growing to do. Regardless of how next season turns out, members of the Nets fanbase will be able to hold on to the fact that some of the greatest small forwards in NBA history played for their team.
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"Scoring comes so easy for him it's almost ridiculous, as Kevin Durant is a 7-footer with ballhandling, quickness and a pristine jumper that he can hit from legitimately anywhere on the floor," Frank Urbina wrote for HoopsHype when discussing Kevin Durant, the third-best small forward in NBA history. In addition to Durant, the next player also spent time with the Nets even though he is mostly known for his time with the Philadelphia 76ers.
"He was 26 by the time he made his NBA debut after years in the ABA, so Julius Erving would rank far higher in the statistical categories had he spent his whole career in the ***** ociation," Urbina wrote on Erving, affectionately known in NBA circles as Dr. J. Erving played for the Nets when the team was in New York, prior to moving to New Jersey, but there is one more player to mention on this top-20 small forward list.
"Paul Pierce was a beastly scorer in his prime, one who could fill it up from all three levels and score on even the most elite of defenders," Urbina wrote on Paul Pierce, who had already made his name known prior to coming to the Nets. In reference to this list, Durant ranked third, Erving ranked fourth, and Pierce is ranked as the 13th-best small forward in the history of the ***** ociation.
Ultimately, the Nets are still in the midst of their rebuild so next season may not pleasant for the fanbase to see given that some of the youngest players still have some growing to do. Regardless of how next season turns out, members of the Nets fanbase will be able to hold on to the fact that some of the greatest small forwards in NBA history played for their team.
#small #pierce #fanbase
2 months ago
Do you think people have forgotten what you're capable of? Darius Garland: Yeah, for sure. It usually happens like that, especially when you have a couple of injuries. They tend to forget about you. But that's what another 82-game season is for: to go ahead and revamp yourself, show everybody what you're capable of. And show the confidence and the work that I put in this summer, to go out there and just lay it on the line. What do you have to prove? What do you think is that next level? Darius Garland: To be honest with you, I don't think I have to prove anything, brother. Just want to be the best player I can be out there. Try to go win basketball games as much as I can.
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What was it like getting traded midseason? Was the transition hard? Darius Garland: The trade was actually pretty easy for me, bro, to be honest with you. Which was crazy; we were already in LA, we had a road trip to LA already, so the transition wasn't too hard, to be honest with you. Mentally, it wasn't a shock, but it was still like a shock. I've been here for seven, seven and a half years, and now just to up and pack my bags like that, it was just like, dang. But it's part of the business. I understand the business side of it. So once I got to LA, I was pretty happy. Got to be in a new city, like a real new revamp. So it was cool. Easy transition, though. Super excited to be there. I was pretty happy. I was coming to a new opportunity just to take on a new challenge. So I was excited about that. — 8/20/2026 HoopsHype
What's it like playing for Ty Lue, and how does his vision fit your game? Darius Garland: It's super cool, because I've actually watched him in 2016. I told him I wanted to play a little bit like Kai [Kyrie Irving] and how he played in 2016 in that Finals run. So actually seeing his vision actually work, so trying to implement it into my game, I think it would be pretty cool. It's going to be pretty interesting how he tries to fit it in. But I'm super excited. We've been talking a lot about the offense this year. I'm super excited to get back over there in LA and just be with the team and be with the guys. — 8/20/2026 HoopsHype
Do you think people have forgotten what you're capable of? Darius Garland: Yeah, for sure. It usually happens like that, especially when you have a couple of injuries. They tend to forget about you. But that's what another 82-game season is for: to go ahead and revamp yourself, show everybody what you're capable of. And show the confidence and the work that I put in this summer, to go out there and just lay it on the line. What do you have to prove? What do you think is that next level? Darius Garland: To be honest with you, I don't think I have to prove anything, brother. Just want to be the best player I can be out there. Try to go win basketball games as much as I can. — 8/20/2026 HoopsHype
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What was it like getting traded midseason? Was the transition hard? Darius Garland: The trade was actually pretty easy for me, bro, to be honest with you. Which was crazy; we were already in LA, we had a road trip to LA already, so the transition wasn't too hard, to be honest with you. Mentally, it wasn't a shock, but it was still like a shock. I've been here for seven, seven and a half years, and now just to up and pack my bags like that, it was just like, dang. But it's part of the business. I understand the business side of it. So once I got to LA, I was pretty happy. Got to be in a new city, like a real new revamp. So it was cool. Easy transition, though. Super excited to be there. I was pretty happy. I was coming to a new opportunity just to take on a new challenge. So I was excited about that. — 8/20/2026 HoopsHype
What's it like playing for Ty Lue, and how does his vision fit your game? Darius Garland: It's super cool, because I've actually watched him in 2016. I told him I wanted to play a little bit like Kai [Kyrie Irving] and how he played in 2016 in that Finals run. So actually seeing his vision actually work, so trying to implement it into my game, I think it would be pretty cool. It's going to be pretty interesting how he tries to fit it in. But I'm super excited. We've been talking a lot about the offense this year. I'm super excited to get back over there in LA and just be with the team and be with the guys. — 8/20/2026 HoopsHype
Do you think people have forgotten what you're capable of? Darius Garland: Yeah, for sure. It usually happens like that, especially when you have a couple of injuries. They tend to forget about you. But that's what another 82-game season is for: to go ahead and revamp yourself, show everybody what you're capable of. And show the confidence and the work that I put in this summer, to go out there and just lay it on the line. What do you have to prove? What do you think is that next level? Darius Garland: To be honest with you, I don't think I have to prove anything, brother. Just want to be the best player I can be out there. Try to go win basketball games as much as I can. — 8/20/2026 HoopsHype
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2 months ago
What was it like getting traded midseason? Was the transition hard? Darius Garland: The trade was actually pretty easy for me, bro, to be honest with you. Which was crazy; we were already in LA, we had a road trip to LA already, so the transition wasn't too hard, to be honest with you. Mentally, it wasn't a shock, but it was still like a shock. I've been here for seven, seven and a half years, and now just to up and pack my bags like that, it was just like, dang. But it's part of the business. I understand the business side of it. So once I got to LA, I was pretty happy. Got to be in a new city, like a real new revamp. So it was cool. Easy transition, though. Super excited to be there. I was pretty happy. I was coming to a new opportunity just to take on a new challenge. So I was excited about that.
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What was it like getting traded midseason? Was the transition hard? Darius Garland: The trade was actually pretty easy for me, bro, to be honest with you. Which was crazy; we were already in LA, we had a road trip to LA already, so the transition wasn't too hard, to be honest with you. Mentally, it wasn't a shock, but it was still like a shock. I've been here for seven, seven and a half years, and now just to up and pack my bags like that, it was just like, dang. But it's part of the business. I understand the business side of it. So once I got to LA, I was pretty happy. Got to be in a new city, like a real new revamp. So it was cool. Easy transition, though. Super excited to be there. I was pretty happy. I was coming to a new opportunity just to take on a new challenge. So I was excited about that. — 8/20/2026 HoopsHype
What's it like playing for Ty Lue, and how does his vision fit your game? Darius Garland: It's super cool, because I've actually watched him in 2016. I told him I wanted to play a little bit like Kai [Kyrie Irving] and how he played in 2016 in that Finals run. So actually seeing his vision actually work, so trying to implement it into my game, I think it would be pretty cool. It's going to be pretty interesting how he tries to fit it in. But I'm super excited. We've been talking a lot about the offense this year. I'm super excited to get back over there in LA and just be with the team and be with the guys. — 8/20/2026 HoopsHype
Do you think people have forgotten what you're capable of? Darius Garland: Yeah, for sure. It usually happens like that, especially when you have a couple of injuries. They tend to forget about you. But that's what another 82-game season is for: to go ahead and revamp yourself, show everybody what you're capable of. And show the confidence and the work that I put in this summer, to go out there and just lay it on the line. What do you have to prove? What do you think is that next level? Darius Garland: To be honest with you, I don't think I have to prove anything, brother. Just want to be the best player I can be out there. Try to go win basketball games as much as I can. — 8/20/2026 HoopsHype
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What was it like getting traded midseason? Was the transition hard? Darius Garland: The trade was actually pretty easy for me, bro, to be honest with you. Which was crazy; we were already in LA, we had a road trip to LA already, so the transition wasn't too hard, to be honest with you. Mentally, it wasn't a shock, but it was still like a shock. I've been here for seven, seven and a half years, and now just to up and pack my bags like that, it was just like, dang. But it's part of the business. I understand the business side of it. So once I got to LA, I was pretty happy. Got to be in a new city, like a real new revamp. So it was cool. Easy transition, though. Super excited to be there. I was pretty happy. I was coming to a new opportunity just to take on a new challenge. So I was excited about that. — 8/20/2026 HoopsHype
What's it like playing for Ty Lue, and how does his vision fit your game? Darius Garland: It's super cool, because I've actually watched him in 2016. I told him I wanted to play a little bit like Kai [Kyrie Irving] and how he played in 2016 in that Finals run. So actually seeing his vision actually work, so trying to implement it into my game, I think it would be pretty cool. It's going to be pretty interesting how he tries to fit it in. But I'm super excited. We've been talking a lot about the offense this year. I'm super excited to get back over there in LA and just be with the team and be with the guys. — 8/20/2026 HoopsHype
Do you think people have forgotten what you're capable of? Darius Garland: Yeah, for sure. It usually happens like that, especially when you have a couple of injuries. They tend to forget about you. But that's what another 82-game season is for: to go ahead and revamp yourself, show everybody what you're capable of. And show the confidence and the work that I put in this summer, to go out there and just lay it on the line. What do you have to prove? What do you think is that next level? Darius Garland: To be honest with you, I don't think I have to prove anything, brother. Just want to be the best player I can be out there. Try to go win basketball games as much as I can. — 8/20/2026 HoopsHype
2 months ago
Darius Garland, the Los Angeles Clippers point guard now half a year removed from the midseason trade that ended his seven-plus years in Cleveland, spoke to HoopsHype exclusively at New Balance's 2026 Beantown Elite Experience, his second time working the camp. Garland discussed the toe injury that quietly derailed his season, what Tyronn Lue's vision for him looks like and more.
Darius Garland: It's like a revamp, really. Coming to a bigger city, a bigger market. It's a lot of weight on your shoulders, like really running a team in Los Angeles. It's a great challenge, great responsibility as well. So I'm super happy just to take that on. Got a little snippet of it last year, but to have a full year under my belt, having a training camp, having some time with T-Lue, I'm super excited about this year.
DG: It's super cool, because I've actually watched him in 2016. I told him I wanted to play a little bit like Kai [Kyrie Irving] and how he played in 2016 in that Finals run. So actually seeing his vision actually work, so trying to implement it into my game, I think it would be pretty cool. It's going to be pretty interesting how he tries to fit it in. But I'm super excited. We've been talking a lot about the offense this year. I'm super excited to get back over there in LA and just be with the team and be with the guys.
DG: I didn't really realize it until it happened as well. So I thought it was just a toe injury. It started off as like a bone bruise at first, like, just kept stubbing my toe in the front of my shoe. And then me thinking it's just a toe, I could just play on it. It just got worse. So I had like some torn ligaments and stuff like that. So I just had to get that reconstructed. But I'm all good now.
It was very frustrating, just because the season I had before, it was really, really good. So I think we could have had a chance of making a run if I didn't get hurt. So that was pretty frustrating. But it's pretty tough just out there playing with nine toes for like half a year. But it's all good, though, because the second half of the year, I had all 10 toes. And I felt really good. I felt like I was getting back to normal. But now, having a full summer, having a full offseason back to 100 percent. It was a mental fog most of the time. Because we're using our toes 24/7. So just out there trying to run on it and play defense, slide, and everything like that. It was pretty tough. Just had to work through it. I get paid to do this stuff. I just wanted to put on my hard hat and go out there and work and do the best I could.
#pretty #garland #good #half
Darius Garland: It's like a revamp, really. Coming to a bigger city, a bigger market. It's a lot of weight on your shoulders, like really running a team in Los Angeles. It's a great challenge, great responsibility as well. So I'm super happy just to take that on. Got a little snippet of it last year, but to have a full year under my belt, having a training camp, having some time with T-Lue, I'm super excited about this year.
DG: It's super cool, because I've actually watched him in 2016. I told him I wanted to play a little bit like Kai [Kyrie Irving] and how he played in 2016 in that Finals run. So actually seeing his vision actually work, so trying to implement it into my game, I think it would be pretty cool. It's going to be pretty interesting how he tries to fit it in. But I'm super excited. We've been talking a lot about the offense this year. I'm super excited to get back over there in LA and just be with the team and be with the guys.
DG: I didn't really realize it until it happened as well. So I thought it was just a toe injury. It started off as like a bone bruise at first, like, just kept stubbing my toe in the front of my shoe. And then me thinking it's just a toe, I could just play on it. It just got worse. So I had like some torn ligaments and stuff like that. So I just had to get that reconstructed. But I'm all good now.
It was very frustrating, just because the season I had before, it was really, really good. So I think we could have had a chance of making a run if I didn't get hurt. So that was pretty frustrating. But it's pretty tough just out there playing with nine toes for like half a year. But it's all good, though, because the second half of the year, I had all 10 toes. And I felt really good. I felt like I was getting back to normal. But now, having a full summer, having a full offseason back to 100 percent. It was a mental fog most of the time. Because we're using our toes 24/7. So just out there trying to run on it and play defense, slide, and everything like that. It was pretty tough. Just had to work through it. I get paid to do this stuff. I just wanted to put on my hard hat and go out there and work and do the best I could.
#pretty #garland #good #half
2 months ago
Tyrese Maxey honestly broke down one of the biggest issues fans believe the Philadelphia 76ers will have this season.
The 76ers traded for Jaylen Brown and signed LeBron James this offseason, immediately catapulting the side to be one of the biggest contenders in the NBA.
However, with four All-Stars on the team, there is a concern that the quartet of Brown, James, Maxey, and Joel Embiid won't be able to share the ball amongst themselves.
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Speaking to HoopsHype in a recent interview, Tyrese Maxey was asked about who on the Philadelphia 76ers will be the number one option during clutch situations.
#maxey #philadelphia #biggest
The 76ers traded for Jaylen Brown and signed LeBron James this offseason, immediately catapulting the side to be one of the biggest contenders in the NBA.
However, with four All-Stars on the team, there is a concern that the quartet of Brown, James, Maxey, and Joel Embiid won't be able to share the ball amongst themselves.
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Speaking to HoopsHype in a recent interview, Tyrese Maxey was asked about who on the Philadelphia 76ers will be the number one option during clutch situations.
#maxey #philadelphia #biggest
2 months ago
Michael Scotto: The New Orleans Pelicans have waived two-way center Hunter ******* inson, league sources told hoopshype. The former Michigan and Kansas star averaged 17.6 points on 59% shooting from the field and 39% from 3-point range with 10.9 rebounds and 2.3 ******* ists in the G League last season.
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: Pelicans waive Hunter ******* inson
#orleans #michigan #hoops
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: Pelicans waive Hunter ******* inson
#orleans #michigan #hoops
2 months ago
Michael Scotto: JUST IN: The Phoenix Suns are re-signing Haywood Highsmith to a deal, league sources told hoopshype .
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: The Phoenix Suns are re-signing Haywood Highsmith to a …
#highsmith #signing #deal
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: The Phoenix Suns are re-signing Haywood Highsmith to a …
#highsmith #signing #deal
2 months ago
The Philadelphia 76ers acquired Chris Webber from the Sacramento Kings at the 2005 deadline with the hope that he could bring his all-around game to Philadelphia and be a great sidekick next to Allen Iverson.
On paper, the numbers were great as he averaged 17.9 points, 9.3 rebounds, and 3.4 ****** ists in 114 games across three seasons for Philadelphia. Unfortunately, injuries slowed him and he wasn't the same dominant player he was during his days in Sacramento.
However, that doesn't change the fact that Webber was terrific in his career. HoopsHype ranked the top 20 power forwards in the history of the game and he comes in ranked No. 16 on the list:
An explosive, skilled scorer and rebounder in his prime, Chris Webber was an absolute force at the power-forward position in his heyday, a big man capable of facing up and shooting from the midrange or bullying foes down low. Was also known for throwing down monster dunks in transition – just ask Charles Barkley.
Overall, Webber was a 5-time All-Star, won Rookie of the Year in 1994, and is a Hall of Famer with career averages of 20.7 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 4.2 ****** ists. He was phenomenal out on the floor before the injuries took a toll on him.
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On paper, the numbers were great as he averaged 17.9 points, 9.3 rebounds, and 3.4 ****** ists in 114 games across three seasons for Philadelphia. Unfortunately, injuries slowed him and he wasn't the same dominant player he was during his days in Sacramento.
However, that doesn't change the fact that Webber was terrific in his career. HoopsHype ranked the top 20 power forwards in the history of the game and he comes in ranked No. 16 on the list:
An explosive, skilled scorer and rebounder in his prime, Chris Webber was an absolute force at the power-forward position in his heyday, a big man capable of facing up and shooting from the midrange or bullying foes down low. Was also known for throwing down monster dunks in transition – just ask Charles Barkley.
Overall, Webber was a 5-time All-Star, won Rookie of the Year in 1994, and is a Hall of Famer with career averages of 20.7 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 4.2 ****** ists. He was phenomenal out on the floor before the injuries took a toll on him.
#rebounds
3 months ago
Warriors center Al Horford is entering his 20th NBA season this fall, and although he is far from his prime, the Dominican big man has put together quite the career.
In a recent list made by HoopsHype, Horford was listed as the 14th-best foreign-born player in NBA history. In 1,183 games to this point, Horford has career averages of 12.7 points, 7.7 rebounds, 3.2 ******* ists, 1.1 blocks and 0.8 steals. He's made five All-Star appearances, one All-NBA selection and one All-Defensive Team. His best season was likely during the 2012-13 season, when the former Florida Gator averaged 17.4 points, 10.2 rebounds, 3.2 ******* ists, 1.1 steals and 1.1 blocks. While scoring was never Horford's strongest skill, the former Atlanta Hawk and Boston Celtic is known as a winning player and has a championship to show for it.
Not to mention, Horford's ability to add an effective 3-point shot to his game has increased his impact and longevity. Another current player, Rudy Gobert, ranked just ahead of Horford at No. 13, and Spanish-born center Marc Gasol came in just behind him at No. 15.
This article originally appeared on Warriors Wire: Warriors center recognized among the greatest international players ever
#horford #Warriors #made
In a recent list made by HoopsHype, Horford was listed as the 14th-best foreign-born player in NBA history. In 1,183 games to this point, Horford has career averages of 12.7 points, 7.7 rebounds, 3.2 ******* ists, 1.1 blocks and 0.8 steals. He's made five All-Star appearances, one All-NBA selection and one All-Defensive Team. His best season was likely during the 2012-13 season, when the former Florida Gator averaged 17.4 points, 10.2 rebounds, 3.2 ******* ists, 1.1 steals and 1.1 blocks. While scoring was never Horford's strongest skill, the former Atlanta Hawk and Boston Celtic is known as a winning player and has a championship to show for it.
Not to mention, Horford's ability to add an effective 3-point shot to his game has increased his impact and longevity. Another current player, Rudy Gobert, ranked just ahead of Horford at No. 13, and Spanish-born center Marc Gasol came in just behind him at No. 15.
This article originally appeared on Warriors Wire: Warriors center recognized among the greatest international players ever
#horford #Warriors #made
3 months ago
Michael Scotto: The Los Angeles Clippers and Jalen Pickett have agreed to a two-way deal, league sources told hoopshype . The 26-year-old guard spent the past three seasons with the Denver Nuggets where he shot 39% from 3-point range. Pickett was the 32nd pick of the 2023 NBA Draft.
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: Clippers, Jalen Pickett agree to two-way contract
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This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: Clippers, Jalen Pickett agree to two-way contract
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3 months ago
Allen Iverson is a legendary player not only for the Philadelphia 76ers, but for the NBA as a whole. Standing at just 6-feet tall, the No. 1 pick in the 1996 draft made his presence known right away as he averaged 23.5 points as a rookie on his way to Rookie of the Year honors.
Iverson won MVP in 2001 as he led Philadelphia to its last finals appearance and led the league in scoring four times. He was an 11-time All-Star, a 3-time steals champion, and a member of both the NBA's 75th anniversary team and the Hall of Fame. He averaged 26.7 points and 6.2 ******* ists across his 14 years in the league for the Sixers, Denver Nuggets, Detroit Pistons, and Memphis Grizzlies.
HoopsHype ranked Iverson the 31st-best player on their list of the top 80 players in NBA history:
A cultural icon as well as one of the best lead guards of his era, Allen Iverson has to be one of the most ridiculously explosive athletes the sport has ever seen, especially out of a player generously listed at 6-feet tall. Iverson's crossover was devastating (just ask Jordan), and his bombastic style as a scorer made for thrilling viewing throughout his prime. Iverson was one of the most influential players ever, both on and off the court was one of the most exciting players to watch and in his prime. He could really score with the best of them in such an unorthodox package.
Iverson and the Sixers will always be synonymous with each other. His No. 3 jersey hangs from the rafters at the Xfinity Mobile Arena and he has given Philadelphia a boatload of memories they can look back on. His impact on both the Sixers and the NBA cannot be understated.
#best #tall
Iverson won MVP in 2001 as he led Philadelphia to its last finals appearance and led the league in scoring four times. He was an 11-time All-Star, a 3-time steals champion, and a member of both the NBA's 75th anniversary team and the Hall of Fame. He averaged 26.7 points and 6.2 ******* ists across his 14 years in the league for the Sixers, Denver Nuggets, Detroit Pistons, and Memphis Grizzlies.
HoopsHype ranked Iverson the 31st-best player on their list of the top 80 players in NBA history:
A cultural icon as well as one of the best lead guards of his era, Allen Iverson has to be one of the most ridiculously explosive athletes the sport has ever seen, especially out of a player generously listed at 6-feet tall. Iverson's crossover was devastating (just ask Jordan), and his bombastic style as a scorer made for thrilling viewing throughout his prime. Iverson was one of the most influential players ever, both on and off the court was one of the most exciting players to watch and in his prime. He could really score with the best of them in such an unorthodox package.
Iverson and the Sixers will always be synonymous with each other. His No. 3 jersey hangs from the rafters at the Xfinity Mobile Arena and he has given Philadelphia a boatload of memories they can look back on. His impact on both the Sixers and the NBA cannot be understated.
#best #tall
3 months ago
Michael Scotto: After four seasons and winning one NBA championship, New York Knicks Senior Vice President of Basketball Operations Gersson Rosas has departed from the organization, league sources confirm to hoopshype. Rosas hinted at his departure in an Instagram post.
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3 months ago
In case one has been living under a rock, LeBron James has joined the Philadelphia 76ers in free agency. The future Hall of Famer will team up with Jaylen Brown, Joel Embiid, and Tyrese Maxey in an effort to win his fifth championship and help the Sixers end a long **** le drought as an organization.
James is still at the top of his game as he averaged 20.9 points, 7.2 **** ists, and 6.1 rebounds while shooting 51.5% from the floor in the 2025-26 season with the Los Angeles Lakers. His presence is going to make life so much easier for everybody around him as he will make an immediate impact on this group.
Hall of Famer Chris Bosh, a teammate of James' with the Miami Heat, spoke with HoopsHype as he gave his thoughts on the James addition for Philadelphia:
I mean, they have a good team. They have championship aspirations. You look on paper, they look pretty good.
For them, the most important thing is figuring out how they're going to play, how they're going to play together, their defensive schemes and offensive schemes.
#going #philadelphia #make
James is still at the top of his game as he averaged 20.9 points, 7.2 **** ists, and 6.1 rebounds while shooting 51.5% from the floor in the 2025-26 season with the Los Angeles Lakers. His presence is going to make life so much easier for everybody around him as he will make an immediate impact on this group.
Hall of Famer Chris Bosh, a teammate of James' with the Miami Heat, spoke with HoopsHype as he gave his thoughts on the James addition for Philadelphia:
I mean, they have a good team. They have championship aspirations. You look on paper, they look pretty good.
For them, the most important thing is figuring out how they're going to play, how they're going to play together, their defensive schemes and offensive schemes.
#going #philadelphia #make
3 months ago
Jonathan ******* inga's free agency has become less about finding a contract and more about choosing a direction. Just when the Los Angeles Lakers appeared to have positioned themselves as the frontrunner with a concrete sign-and-trade proposal, another Western Conference contender entered the picture.
This time, it's the Minnesota Timberwolves, whose reported interest has added a fresh layer of uncertainty to one of the NBA's longest-running offseason sagas.
The latest development came from NBA insider Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, who reported that the Timberwolves have shown interest in Jonathan ******* inga. The update arrives after the team missed out on signing LeBron James, with many reports heavily linking them.
At the same time, or around then, another report surfaced, revealing the Lakers' latest push. According to NBA insider Evan Sidery, the Lakers have offered Jonathan ******* inga a three-year, roughly $45 million contract via a sign-and-trade. The offer also includes Jarred Vanderbilt and draft compensation headed to the Atlanta Hawks.
The proposal would pay JK around $15 million annually, bringing the Lakers closer to the financial range that has gradually emerged as his realistic market.
#jonathan #contract #trade #time
This time, it's the Minnesota Timberwolves, whose reported interest has added a fresh layer of uncertainty to one of the NBA's longest-running offseason sagas.
The latest development came from NBA insider Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, who reported that the Timberwolves have shown interest in Jonathan ******* inga. The update arrives after the team missed out on signing LeBron James, with many reports heavily linking them.
At the same time, or around then, another report surfaced, revealing the Lakers' latest push. According to NBA insider Evan Sidery, the Lakers have offered Jonathan ******* inga a three-year, roughly $45 million contract via a sign-and-trade. The offer also includes Jarred Vanderbilt and draft compensation headed to the Atlanta Hawks.
The proposal would pay JK around $15 million annually, bringing the Lakers closer to the financial range that has gradually emerged as his realistic market.
#jonathan #contract #trade #time
3 months ago
As the Chicago Bulls approach the fall with an open roster spot, they've been linked to LA Clippers restricted free agent guard Bennedict Mathurin. The Bulls' reported interest in Mathurin, though, has been overstated, according to a league source who was granted anonymity to describe ongoing deliberations.
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Marc Stein: The Pelicans and Bulls remain engaged suitors for Clippers RFA Bennedict Mathurin, says one source close to the process. The source adds: "Dallas has not expressed interest at a serious level" thus far. MikeAScotto reported today that Milwaukee has joined the Mathurin chase. — 7/31/2026 x.com
While the Los Angeles Clippers remain interested in re-signing restricted free agent Bennedict Mathurin, the New Orleans Pelicans, Chicago Bulls, Milwaukee Bucks, and Dallas Mavericks have expressed sign-and-trade interest in the 24-year-old swingman, league sources told HoopsHype. With that said, there's work to be done by each team if they're going to add Mathurin. — 7/31/2026 HoopsHype
#dallas
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Marc Stein: The Pelicans and Bulls remain engaged suitors for Clippers RFA Bennedict Mathurin, says one source close to the process. The source adds: "Dallas has not expressed interest at a serious level" thus far. MikeAScotto reported today that Milwaukee has joined the Mathurin chase. — 7/31/2026 x.com
While the Los Angeles Clippers remain interested in re-signing restricted free agent Bennedict Mathurin, the New Orleans Pelicans, Chicago Bulls, Milwaukee Bucks, and Dallas Mavericks have expressed sign-and-trade interest in the 24-year-old swingman, league sources told HoopsHype. With that said, there's work to be done by each team if they're going to add Mathurin. — 7/31/2026 HoopsHype
#dallas
3 months ago
Michael Scotto: JUST IN: The Philadelphia 76ers are trading Johni Broome and a second-round pick to the Los Angeles Clippers for cash considerations, league sources told hoopshype.
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: Philadelphia 76ers are trading Johni Broome and a …
#johni #scotto #angeles
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: Philadelphia 76ers are trading Johni Broome and a …
#johni #scotto #angeles
3 months ago
Whenever a player who could've helped the Los Angeles Lakers ends up with another team, some fans simply ******* ume that the Lakers didn't go after him. But the team has been aggressive this summer in remodeling its roster after LeBron James left, and that aggression extends to players it struck out on.
On Sunday, Luguentz Dort, who was a key starter for the Oklahoma City Thunder over the last several years, was sent to the Atlanta Hawks in a three-team trade. Before that trade went down, the Lakers were reportedly one team that had interest in him, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.
"Several teams expressed trade interest in acquiring Dort before he was traded to Atlanta, including the Los Angeles Lakers, Brooklyn Nets, Toronto Raptors, and Miami Heat, league sources told HoopsHype."
Los Angeles has lacked defensive-minded wings, especially those who can also hit open 3-pointers, for a number of years. While Dort shot just 38.5% from the field and 34.4% from 3-point range last season, he could've served as a nice piece for L.A.
About a month ago, NBA insider Jake Fischer wrote that the team had called the Thunder about Dort. Instead, it eventually added two-way wing Quentin Grimes and forwards Ziaire Williams and Matisse Thybulle in free agency. It is also hoping that 6-foot-5 rookie guard Cameron Carr will make it into its rotation and display some legitimate two-way ability.
#Lakers #dort
On Sunday, Luguentz Dort, who was a key starter for the Oklahoma City Thunder over the last several years, was sent to the Atlanta Hawks in a three-team trade. Before that trade went down, the Lakers were reportedly one team that had interest in him, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.
"Several teams expressed trade interest in acquiring Dort before he was traded to Atlanta, including the Los Angeles Lakers, Brooklyn Nets, Toronto Raptors, and Miami Heat, league sources told HoopsHype."
Los Angeles has lacked defensive-minded wings, especially those who can also hit open 3-pointers, for a number of years. While Dort shot just 38.5% from the field and 34.4% from 3-point range last season, he could've served as a nice piece for L.A.
About a month ago, NBA insider Jake Fischer wrote that the team had called the Thunder about Dort. Instead, it eventually added two-way wing Quentin Grimes and forwards Ziaire Williams and Matisse Thybulle in free agency. It is also hoping that 6-foot-5 rookie guard Cameron Carr will make it into its rotation and display some legitimate two-way ability.
#Lakers #dort
3 months ago
After a busy offseason with three trades, the Hornets may not stop there. Thus far, Charlotte has shipped out LaMelo Ball, Josh Green and Miles Bridges and received Royce O'Neale, Grayson Allen, Naz Reid and Dorian Finney-Smith in return.
However, with the loss of Ball, the Hornets have been linked to another backcourt addition to support their new starter Coby White and rookie point guard Christian Anderson Jr. According to HoopsHype, Charlotte has been "linked with interest" in 13-year veteran Dennis Schroder.
Schroder has played for 11 NBA franchises after being traded from the Kings to the Cavaliers at February's trade deadline. In over 900 career games, the German guard is averaging 13.7 points, 4.9 ***** ists, 2.9 rebounds and 0.8 steals. During his best season (2019-20), Schroder averaged 18.9 points off the bench for the Oklahoma City Thunder and finished second in Sixth Man of the Year voting as a result.
Hornets general manager Jeff Peterson worked closely with Schroder in Atlanta as an ***** istant general manager with the Hawks.
This article originally appeared on Rookie Wire: Hornets linked to veteran guard and former Sixth Man of the Year candidate
#linked #ball
However, with the loss of Ball, the Hornets have been linked to another backcourt addition to support their new starter Coby White and rookie point guard Christian Anderson Jr. According to HoopsHype, Charlotte has been "linked with interest" in 13-year veteran Dennis Schroder.
Schroder has played for 11 NBA franchises after being traded from the Kings to the Cavaliers at February's trade deadline. In over 900 career games, the German guard is averaging 13.7 points, 4.9 ***** ists, 2.9 rebounds and 0.8 steals. During his best season (2019-20), Schroder averaged 18.9 points off the bench for the Oklahoma City Thunder and finished second in Sixth Man of the Year voting as a result.
Hornets general manager Jeff Peterson worked closely with Schroder in Atlanta as an ***** istant general manager with the Hawks.
This article originally appeared on Rookie Wire: Hornets linked to veteran guard and former Sixth Man of the Year candidate
#linked #ball
3 months ago
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The Los Angeles Lakers have been extremely active this summer, especially early on with the moves they made. With LeBron James not returning next season, Los Angeles is now building its immediate future around Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
The Lakers are searching for a wing who can provide consistent production on both ends of the floor. While no player can fully replace James, Los Angeles is looking for someone who can bring a similar impact. Jonathan ***** inga has emerged as one of the team's top targets.
"There is mutual free agent interest between Jonathan ***** inga and the Lakers, per Jovan Buha. Los Angeles continues to work behind the scenes to secure ***** inga's commitment as their new wing addition," NBA reporter Evan Sidery wrote.
The Lakers have also remained active in trade discussions this summer and do not appear to be finished making moves. HoopsHype's Michael Scotto revealed that Los Angeles was among the teams interested in acquiring NBA champion Lu Dort before the Atlanta Hawks completed a deal.
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The Los Angeles Lakers have been extremely active this summer, especially early on with the moves they made. With LeBron James not returning next season, Los Angeles is now building its immediate future around Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
The Lakers are searching for a wing who can provide consistent production on both ends of the floor. While no player can fully replace James, Los Angeles is looking for someone who can bring a similar impact. Jonathan ***** inga has emerged as one of the team's top targets.
"There is mutual free agent interest between Jonathan ***** inga and the Lakers, per Jovan Buha. Los Angeles continues to work behind the scenes to secure ***** inga's commitment as their new wing addition," NBA reporter Evan Sidery wrote.
The Lakers have also remained active in trade discussions this summer and do not appear to be finished making moves. HoopsHype's Michael Scotto revealed that Los Angeles was among the teams interested in acquiring NBA champion Lu Dort before the Atlanta Hawks completed a deal.
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