The Oklahoma City Thunder has signed guard Frank Jackson, it was announced by Executive Vice President and General Manager Sam Presti.
Jackson (6-3, 205) has appeared in 120 career games (18 starts) with New Orleans, recording averages of 7.2 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 16.4 minutes per contest while shooting 42.2 percent from the floor.
Welcome to the team, @FWJackson15!
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— OKC THUNDER (@okcthunder) December 4, 2020
Fonte: NBA.com.
The Oklahoma City Thunder have signed and immediately waived Antonius Cleveland in order to acquire his G League rights, according to Keith Smith.
Also, Smith adds that the Thunder have signed Melvin Frazier Jr.
Fonte: Keith Smith.
The New Orleans Pelicans announced they’ve signed free agent guard Rawle Alkins to a contract. According to ESPN’s Andrew Lopez, Alkins agreed to an Exhibit 10 deal.
Alkins most recently played for FC Porto in Portugal last season. He also appeared in 10 NBA games with the Chicago Bulls in 2018-19.
Fonte: New Orleans Pelicans.
The Boston Celtics are signing free agent big man Amile Jefferson to an Exhibit 10 deal, according to The Athletic’s Jay King.
Jefferson played 18 games for the Orlando Magic last season. He also averaged over 25 points and 12 rebounds in seven G League games with the Lakeland Magic.
Fonte: Jay King.
According to a report by Fred Katz and Kelly Iko of The Athletic, the Houston Rockets had no interest in a major downgrade, when scoured the market for Russell Westbrook, as they hope to keep James Harden. Additionally, Houston reportedly considers Wall “a high-upside acquisition” and “a better natural fit to Harden than Westbrook was”.
Former Kentucky star has not played in two years because of injuries, but reports coming out of scrimmages he’s participated in have been encouraging.
Fonte: The Athletic.
The Sacramento Kings have picked up the fourth-year option on Marvin Bagley III, sources told Jason Jones of The Athletic.
Bagley, who played 13 games last year due to injuries, will earn $11.3 million next season.
Fonte: Jason Jones.
The Sacramento Kings have officially signed second-round pick Jahmi’us Ramsey.
The former Texas Tech guard signed a three-year deal with two years guaranteed, according to Jason Jones of The Athletic.
The NBA is targeting a March 25th date for the 20-21 trade deadline, reports Shams Charania of The Athletic. The date is pending approval from the Board of Governors.
The All-Star break is scheduled for March 5th through March 10th. Charania also reported that the targeted NBA deadline for players to be waived and eligible for postseason rosters is April 9.
Fonte: Shams Charania.
The Miami Heat have exercised Tyler Herro’s third-year team option, extending his rookie scale contract through the 2021-22 season, Keith Smith reports.
As a rookie Herro ended his first playoff run with over 16 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assist per game.
Per league sources: The Miami Heat have exercised their 2021-22 team option for guard Tyler Herro.
— Keith Smith (@KeithSmithNBA) December 3, 2020
Anthony Davis has reached an agreement with the Los Angeles Lakers on a five-year, $190M max contract, Adrian Wojnarowski reports.
The big man out of Kentucky helped the Lakers to win the NBA title in his first year with the team.
Davis averaged over 27 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assist in the playoffs, shooting 57% from the field, 38% from beyond the arc and 83% from the foul line.
All-NBA forward Anthony Davis is finalizing a five-year, $190M maximum contract to stay with the Los Angeles Lakers, @KlutchSports CEO Rich Paul tells ESPN. The deal includes an early termination option prior to fifth season in 2024-2025. Deal could be signed as soon as today.
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) December 3, 2020
The Houston Rockets today announced they have acquired guard John Wall and a future first round pick from Washington in exchange for guard Russell Westbrook.
Wall (6-4, 210) was originally the first overall pick by Washington in the 2010 NBA Draft. In 573 career games with 561 starts for the Wizards, he averaged 19.0 points, 9.2 assists, 4.3 rebounds, and 1.70 steals. Wall joins Magic Johnson and Oscar Robertson as the only players in NBA history with career averages of at least 19.0 ppg, 9.0 apg, and 4.0 rpg.
Over the past six seasons, Wall is the only player in the league to have averaged at least 20.0 ppg and 10.0 apg. The five-time All-Star ranks sixth in NBA history in assists per game and is second to Chris Paul among active players.
Wall earned All-NBA Third Team honors in 2016-17 and was named All-Defensive Second Team in 2014-15. He led the league in total steals (157) in 2016-17 and has ranked top-10 in that category four times.
During his lone season at Kentucky in 2009-10, Wall was teammates with recently signed Rockets center DeMarcus Cousins. The Wildcats posted a 35-3 mark and advanced to the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament.
Protection on the first-round pick that the Wizards traded to Houston in Russell Westbrook/John Wall trade: 2023, Lottery; 2024, Top 12; 2025, Top 10; 2026, Top 8; then becomes two second-rounders.
Fonte: ESPN.
The Washington Wizards and the Houston Rockets have agreed to a big trade.
Russell Westbrook will join the Wizards in exchange for John Wall plus a First round pick.
The two point guards have a similar contract, worth over $ 130 million for the next 3 seasons.
The two GM's — Washington's Tommy Sheppard and Houston's Rafael Stone — hadn't talked in weeks on the deal, but connected this afternoon and had a deal done within a few hours, sources tell ESPN. https://t.co/qmuPclNoU5
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) December 3, 2020
Chasson Randle has reached an agreement with the Oklahoma City Thunder, Chris Haynes reports.
The pointguard out of Stanford spent last year in CBA with Tianjin Ronggang, where he averaged over 24 points and 4 assist per game.
Free agent guard Chasson Randle has reached an agreement with the Oklahoma City Thunder, league sources tell Yahoo Sports.
— Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) December 2, 2020
Urbas Fuenlabrada has reached an agreement for the signing of Canadian center Kyle Alexander until the end of the season, only subject to the player passing a medical examination when he arrives in Fuenlabrada at the beginning of next week.
The big man out of Tennessee last year was a two-way player of the the Miami Heat.
He averaged 10.6 points, 9.1 rebounds and 2.2 blocks per game for the Sioux Falls Skyforce in G League.
💥 Preacuerdo para el fichaje de Kyle Alexander
Pívot 🇨🇦 de 2,11 metros de altura y 24 años de edad
🏀 Temporada pasada en Sioux Falls Skyforce y Miami Heat
🗞️ https://t.co/1wNJiFByGl#fuenlADN #TanLejosTanCefrca pic.twitter.com/Llyg36xCDr
— Urbas Fuenlabrada (@BFuenlabrada) December 2, 2020
LiAngelo Ball, brother of Lonzo and LaMelo, has signed an exhibit 10 contract with the Detroit Pistons.
The news comes from Shams Charania.
The son of the controversial LaVar last year signed with Oklahoma City Blue, but was unable to play due to the suspension due to the pandemic.
LiAngelo Ball is signing a one-year, non-guaranteed contract with the Detroit Pistons, sources tell @TheAthleticNBA @Stadium.
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) December 2, 2020
The New Orleans Pelicans announced today that the team has signed center Ike Anigbogu, guard Tony Carr and forward Jarrod Uthoff. Additionally, the team has signed center Will Magnay to a two-way contract.
ROSTER UPDATE 🚨: Pelicans sign four players -> https://t.co/hu11tMuvi5#WontBowDown
— New Orleans Pelicans (@PelicansNBA) December 2, 2020
Fonte: NBA.com.
The LA Clippers have signed free agent Nicolas Batum, it was announced by President of Basketball Operations Lawrence Frank.
Batum, 31, has appeared in 789 career games with averages of 11.6 points, 5.2 rebounds and 3.8 assists over 12 seasons with the Portland Trail Blazers and Charlotte Hornets. He appeared in 22 games for the Hornets last season with averages of 3.6 points, 4.5 rebounds and 3.0 assists. The versatile forward has nine career triple-doubles, which is currently tied for 16th among active players. The 25th overall selection in the 2008 NBA Draft, Batum has appeared in 39 career playoff games with averages of 10.4 points, 4.5 rebounds and 2.6 assists in 29.9 minutes.
Welcome to LA, @nicolas88batum! pic.twitter.com/CYDEfzO6Ru
— LA Clippers (@LAClippers) December 2, 2020
Fonte: NBA.com.
LeBron James has agreed to a two-year, $85 million maximum contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers, Shams Charania reports.
The 4-time NBA Champ ended last year with 25.3 points, 7.8 assist and 10.2 assist (first in the league).
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has agreed to a two-year, $85 million maximum contract extension with the franchise, CEO of Klutch Sports, Rich Paul, told @TheAthleticNBA @Stadium.
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) December 2, 2020
Tanking is a forbidden word for the New York Knicks coached by Tom Thibodeau.
Per NY Post, “Nothing will be given to anyone,’’ Thibodeau said on a Zoom interview. “You’re going to have to earn your minutes. Those decisions on rotation will be based on performance and what gives the team the best chance of winning. A player is not going to get minutes just to get minutes. You have to impact winning, you have to put the team first.’’
Two weeks ago, the Knicks drafted former Dayton stud power forward Obi Toppin and Kentucky combo guard Immanuel Quickley in the first round to add to their youthful vibe. Thibodeau has a history of not overloading rookies with minutes.
“There’s a lot that goes into development,’’ Thibodeau said. “Oftentimes people say, well, you have to play them in a game. And you do. But you also have practices, which is where it starts. You have to get that part down first. Then you have to have film study, meetings with your coaches and you also have to have the opportunity to use the G-League.
The Los Angeles Clippers are waiving Joakim Noah who is likely retiring after 13 seasons in the NBA.
Per ESPN, “What an illustrious career for Joakim, starting with two national titles at the University of Florida, to becoming an NBA Defensive Player of the Year and ultimately evolving into one of the most passionate, spirited players to ever come through our sport,” Duffy told ESPN on Tuesday night. “It’s been my honor to represent Joakim through his journey.”
Noah, the son of former French Open tennis champ Yannick Noah, helped lead the Florida Gators to consecutive national championships before he was selected ninth overall by the Chicago Bulls in 2007.
Noah’s finest years were with the Bulls as one of the league’s best and most versatile defenders. A two-time All-Star (2013 and 2014), Noah became a three-time All-Defensive performer and the league’s Defensive Player of the Year in 2013-14. In earning All-NBA first-team honors that season, Noah averaged 12.6 points, 11.3 rebounds, 5.4 assists, 1.5 blocks and 1.2 steals.
Noah averaged 8.8 points, 9.0 rebounds and 1.3 blocks over his career.
Fonte: ESPN.
Reggie Jackson is staying with the Los Angeles Clippers on a one-year deal.
Per ESPN, Jackson, 30, is expected to play a prominent role in the Clippers’ backcourt rotation. He joined the team for 14 regular-season games and the playoffs after securing a contract buyout with the Pistons.
Fonte: ESPN.
The Dallas Mavericks have exercised Luka Doncic’s fourth-year team option ($10.1M), extending his rookie scale contract through the 2021-22 season, per Shams Charania.
Doncic finished fourth in the MVP race last season.
Fonte: Shams Charania.
Free agent guard Trevon Bluiett has agreed to an Exhibit 10 deal with the Utah Jazz, according to SNY’s Ian Begley.
Bluiett spent last season with the Jazz’ G League affiliate, averaging 14.9 points per game while shooting 42% from 3-point range.
Fonte: Ian Begley.
In the latest episode of Complex’s Load Management Podcast, Shams Charania said that the Golden State Warriors are among the teams that reached out to the Rockets about James Harden.
“I don’t even believe an offer was made. I think it was just an inquiry like, ‘We have a potential major offer here if you guys want to discuss.’ Houston was not really – I think they were open to hearing out different offers and proposals as they have been even going back to last year with all of their players, as historically that franchise has been. But they weren’t out there soliciting and making counters and making offers. But I think the Warriors did make it known, ‘Listen, we have a potential major offer here if you want to talk,” Charania said.
Fonte: HoopsHype.
Free agent center Ike Anigbogu has signed a deal with the New Orleans Pelicans, per ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski.
Anigbogu, 22, was an Indiana second-round pick in 2017.
Fonte: Adrian Wojnarowski.
The Brooklyn Nets have re-signed restricted free agent Chris Chiozza.
The point guard averaged 6.4 points and 3.1 assists in 18 games with the Nets last year.
Jerian Grant is joining the Houston Rockets.
The player was in the bubble with the Washington Wizards.
Per Houston Chronicle, Grant, 28, appeared in just six games with the Wizards last season, his fifth in the NBA when he was signed as a substitute player for the NBA restart in July.
A 6-4 guard, Grant averaged 6.1 points in 7.9 minutes with the Knicks, Bulls, Magic and Wizards since he was the 19th pick of the 2015 draft out of Notre Dame.
The Detroit Pistons have reached an agreement with Deividas Sirvidys for the next three seasons.
The Lithuanian has been selected in the 2019 NBA draft with the 37th overall pick.
Lithuanian G/F Deividas Sirvydis has agreed to a three-year contract with the Detroit Pistons, agent Michael Tellem of @caa_sports and agent Marius Rutkauskas tell ESPN. Sirvydis was selected with the 37th overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft.
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) December 1, 2020
Bradley Beal will be the main target of the Miami Heat in 2021 market if Giannis Antetokounmpo signs a contract extension with the Milwaukee Bucks.
Per Miami Herald (via RealGM), If Giannis Antetokounmpo signs a max extension with the Bucks, Washington guard Bradley Beal becomes the No. 1 Heat target if or when he becomes available,” writes Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald. “The Heat’s interest remains very high, according to a source with direct knowledge.”
The Heat could likely build a trade package around Tyler Herro, either Duncan Robinson or Precious Achiuwa and a 2025 first rounder.
Beyond Antetokounmpo and Beal, the next most-likely option would be Victor Oladipo if he returns to his All-Star level. Oladipo is unlikely to be pursued via trade unless it is clear the Heat won’t acquire Antetokounmpo or Beal.
Following consultation with multiple specialists in early October, Celtics guard Kemba Walker received a stem cell injection in his left knee, and was put on a 12-week strengthening program to prepare for the upcoming season. He is expected to return to on-court activities in early December, and a further update regarding his game availability will be provided during the first week of January.
As previously announced, Celtics guard Romeo Langford underwent successful surgery on September 22nd to repair a torn scapholunate ligament in his right wrist. Langford’s return to play was projected to be four-to-five months following the procedure, and his rehab has been proceeding as planned.
Celtics forward Tristan Thompson suffered a minor hamstring strain during an offseason workout prior to arriving in Boston, and his availability during the first week of camp will be limited.
Further updates will be provided as appropriate.
Fonte: Boston Celtics.