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30/12/202417:59

Brown, Clarkson, Olynyk, Brogdon, and Valanciunas available for a second round pick?

Marc Stein of The Stein Line predicts that a number of veterans, including Bruce Brown, Jordan Clarkson, Kelly Olynyk, Malcolm Brogdon, and Jonas Valanciunas, will be available for a second-round selection.
Prior to signing Dorian Finney-Smith on Sunday, it was anticipated that the Lakers would pursue Valanciunas and Brogdon.

According to reports, the Nets are asking for several first-round selections in return for Cam Johnson.

Although that market isn’t developing, the Bulls are also seeking to get a first-round selection for Nikola Vucevic.

30/12/202409:03

NBA team target Žalgiris Kaunas’s Lonnie Walker

Lonnie Walker IV, currently playing for Žalgiris, is drawing interest from several NBA teams. His contract includes an NBA buyout clause valid until February 18.

Potential suitors reportedly include the Sixers, Wolves, Heat, Nuggets, and Celtics, with whom Walker attended training camp.

In EuroLeague, Walker has averaged 14.7 points and 3.1 rebounds over 11 games, while recording 10.3 points per game in 6 domestic league appearances.

29/12/202419:03

Monte McNair, not Vivek Ranadive, made the decision for Kings to remove Brown as head coach

According to sources who spoke to The Athletic, Monte McNair, not Vivek Ranadive, made the decision for the Sacramento Kings to remove Mike Brown as head coach. Given that the Kings have now had eight coaches in 12 years, the decision was first generally seen in the NBA as continuing Ranadive’s turbulent ownership of the team.
Last offseason, Brown and the Kings had a contentious contract extension talks. In 2023, the Kings were the third seed and missed the playoffs. According to reports, Ranadive became fixated on the Kings’ decline from the NBA’s top offensive efficiency team to 13th place. However, as it rose from 24th to 14th, Brown concentrated on strengthening their defense.

29/12/202419:01

Doug Christie to remain as head coach of the Kings for the season

According to sources who spoke to The Athletic, the Sacramento Kings do not intend to have an in-season coaching search and will give Doug Christie a chance to demonstrate his suitability for the position in the long run.
After Mike Brown was fired, Christie was promoted to temporary head coach. After Brown was sacked, Christie visited with the Kings’ front office right after and agreed to their offer of a temporary elevation.

Jay Triano, a former head coach, departed after Christie did.

In the 12 years that Vivek Ranadive has been in charge, Christie is the ninth head coach of the Kings.

29/12/202418:52

Lakers acquire Finney-Smith from Nets, trade Russell to Brooklyn

In exchange for D’Angelo Russell, Maxwell Lewis, and three second-round selections, the Los Angeles Lakers purchased Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton from the Brooklyn Nets.
As the Nets rebuild, Finney-Smith has been on the trade block for a number of weeks. Finney-Smith, who is in Year 3 of a four-year, $55.5 million contract deal he signed with the Dallas Mavericks in 2022, is eligible to become a free agency this offseason.

The Lakers move $3.5 million below the second apron and project to have more than $11 million in luxury tax savings.

27/12/202423:37

Doug Christie named Sacramento Kings interim head coach

Following Mike Brown’s firing, the Sacramento Kings have appointed Doug Christie as their interim head coach. Christie, a former Kings player for five seasons in his 15-year NBA career, has been an assistant coach with the team since 2021-22.

His experience as both a player and coach will be crucial in leading the team through this transitional period.

27/12/202422:54

Sacramento Kings fire Mike Brown

The Sacramento Kings have parted ways with head coach Mike Brown, the 2023 NBA Coach of the Year.

Despite signing a contract extension through 2027, Brown was dismissed after a disappointing 13-18 start to the season, including a five-game losing streak.

Brown led the Kings to the playoffs in 2023, ending a 17-year drought, but the team has struggled this season, losing an NBA-high 13 clutch-time games.

27/12/202418:54

Four Nba teams target De’Aaron Fox

The Spurs, Rockets, Lakers, and Heat are potential suitors for De’Aaron Fox, per ESPN.

San Antonio and Houston are closely monitoring, while the Lakers and Miami emerge due to Klutch ties and Bam Adebayo.

27/12/202415:48

Atlanta Hawks signs Daeqwon Plowden

The Atlanta Hawks have signed Daeqwon Plowden to a two-way deal.

Plowden averaged 14.2 points and shot 38.5% from three-point range with the College Park Skyhawks, the Hawks’ G League affiliate.

25/12/202408:48

Phoenix Suns actively looking to trade Jusuf Nurkic

The Phoenix Suns are actively looking to trade Jusuf Nurkic, with Jonas Valančiūnas and Nikola Vučević mentioned in trade talks, per The Arizona Republic.

The Suns (14-14) aim to acquire a big man in return as they seek to bolster their frontcourt rotation, which currently includes Mason Plumlee, rookie Oso Ighodaro, and Nurkic.

25/12/202408:30

New York Knicks plan to waive guard Boo Buie

The New York Knicks plan to waive two-way guard Boo Buie, league sources told Hoopshype.

Buie has averaged 11.2 points, 3.6 assists, and 2.9 rebounds for the Westchester Knicks in the G League and recently helped the team secure back-to-back G League Showcase championships.

25/12/202408:27

Miami Heat converted Keshad Johnson’s two-way contract

The Miami Heat are converting Keshad Johnson’s two-way contract into a standard two-year NBA deal, sources told ESPN.

Johnson has excelled in the G League with Sioux Falls, averaging 21.2 points and 8.3 rebounds per game.

23/12/202408:29

Alex Caruso Secures $81M Extension with Thunder

Alex Caruso and the Oklahoma City Thunder have agreed to a four-year, $81 million contract extension, securing the guard through the 2028-29 season.

The 30-year-old has been crucial to the Thunder’s defense, the best in the NBA, averaging a career-high 1.9 steals per game.

A 2020 NBA champion with the Lakers, Caruso is now a key piece for the Thunder’s future, who lead the Western Conference with a 22-5 record.

22/12/202423:15

New York Knicks sign Landry Shamet

Agreement between the New York Knicks and Landry Shamet. This was revealed by the player’s agent to ESPN.

The player has recovered from his shoulder injury. In three G League games in December, he averaged 10.7 points, 3 rebounds and 1.7 assists.

19/12/202407:57

Milwaukee Bucks reportedly could reunite the Lillard-McCollum duo

According to Bet Online, the Milwaukee Bucks could reunite the Lillard-McCollum duo.

The reigning NBA Cup champions are considered the top contenders should the New Orleans Pelicans decide to place the former Blazers star on the trade market.

18/12/202416:25

Denver Nuggets target also Brandon Ingram

As mentioned, the Denver Nuggets are looking for a scorer. Not only Zach LaVine, but also Brandon Ingram.

Michael Porter Jr. would be included in the deal.

18/12/202415:16

De’Aaron Fox Discusses His Future with the Kings

Sacramento Kings guard De’Aaron Fox expressed his love for the city and desire to stay with the franchise but emphasized the importance of building a winning team. Speaking on The Draymond Green Show with Baron Davis, Fox said, “I love being here and raised my family here… but at the end of the day, the organization has to give all they got.”

Fox, who has one season left on his contract, is open to signing an extension but stressed that the team’s championship trajectory will influence his decision. “It’s about competing at a high level for a long time,” Fox said.

(Source: The Draymond Green Show)

18/12/202409:22

Denver Nuggets reportedly target Zach LaVine

The Denver Nuggets are exploring trade options to bolster their offense and remain competitive, with a strong focus on Zach LaVine of the Chicago Bulls, according to The Athletic (Tony Jones and Sam Amick).

LaVine, a two-time All-Star, is valued for his scoring ability, though his hefty contract complicates potential deals. Denver is also considering players like Jordan Clarkson and Cam Johnson, with Michael Porter Jr. potentially involved in a significant trade.

Nikola Jokić, amidst a record-breaking season, needs offensive support to better navigate the playoffs.

18/12/202409:17

The future of Giannis Antetokounmpo remains with the Milwaukee Bucks

The future of Giannis Antetokounmpo, mvp of the last NBA Cup that closed in the night, remains with the Milwaukee Bucks.

Shams Charania has no doubts: “There will be no Giannis Antetokounmpo trade this season. Between the Cup and moving forward”.

18/12/202408:29

Atlanta Hawks waive Seth Lundy

The Atlanta Hawks are waiving two-way guard Seth Lundy due to an ankle injury.

Lundy, the 46th pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, will be re-evaluated in January after re-aggravating a previous injury.

18/12/202408:23

Shams Charania provides the latest update on Jimmy Butler’s future

Shams Charania provides the latest update on Jimmy Butler’s future to NBA Today:

«So the talks are I’m told the Heat remain open to hearing interested suitors in Jimmy Butler. There’s not an urgency that they’re operating under.

When you look at his salary, $49 million this year, he’s got a $52 million player option for next year. The market that we’re going to see come this offseason, there’s one team with significant cap space and that’s going to be The Brooklyn Nets. $60 million plus.

And as of right now in the trade market the Net believe to be a suitor and they might not make sense for him come offseason either because clearly they’re more of a rebuilding retooling situation and he’s going to be a 36 year old win now star. And that’s why I’m told the Suns and the Warriors are believed to be atop his list of preferred win now destinations if the Miami Heat were to trade him, the Rockets and Mavericks being the others. But this is a fluid situation».

16/12/202408:20

New Orleans Pelicans Open to Roster Overhaul but Protect Key Young Core

The New Orleans Pelicans, struggling with a 5-21 record to start the season, are reportedly willing to entertain trade offers for nearly every player on their roster, except for three core pieces: Herb Jones, rookie Yves Missi, and Trey Murphy III.

According to The Stein Line and Jake Fischer, the team is evaluating trade opportunities to reset its trajectory.

15/12/202409:14

Warriors Land Schroder, Butler Still on the Radar

The Golden State Warriors have acquired Dennis Schroder from the Brooklyn Nets in exchange for three second-round draft picks. Strongly endorsed by Stephen Curry, Steve Kerr, and Draymond Green, Schroder brings three-point shooting and playmaking to complement Curry in the backcourt.

However, this move doesn’t take the Warriors out of the market for a star player. Jimmy Butler remains a key target as Golden State explores opportunities for a blockbuster trade. Schroder’s contract could potentially be packaged in a larger deal before the February trade deadline, signaling that this acquisition may just be the first step in a more ambitious plan to reignite the team’s championship hopes.

14/12/202422:56

Nets reportedly traded Dennis Schroder to Warriors

The Golden State Warriors have reached an agreement with the Brooklyn Nets on a trade that will bring Dennis Schroder to the Bay for DeAnthony Melton and future picks.

The news was reported by Marc Stein and Jake Fischer.

Both the German point guard and Melton (season over due to injury) will become free agents next offseason.

Schroder was scoring 18.4 points (45% FG, 38% 3P, 89% FT) with 6.6 assists and 1.1 steals per game for the Nets.

UPDATE: For Shams Charania, the deal involves the transfer of 3 future second-round picks from the Warriors to the Nets, who in turn send a future second to Golden State.

14/12/202422:19

Pistons reportedly waiving Paul Reed

The Detroit Pistons plan to release Paul Reed, according to Shams Charania.

The big man had a particular contract, with about 7.7 million not guaranteed for this season.

Detroit after this move will have 2 roster spots to fill and about 15.5 million in salary space.

The Front Office’s plans are still unclear, as they could use the flexibility gained to improve the team in the short term, or to obtain future assets.

13/12/202422:55

Heat Trade Thomas Bryant to Pacers for Future Second-Round Pick Swap

The Miami Heat have agreed to trade center Thomas Bryant to the Indiana Pacers in exchange for a future second-round pick swap, sources tell ESPN. The Pacers, dealing with injuries to big men Isaiah Jackson and James Wiseman, sought depth in the trade market and landed Bryant, who is averaging 4.1 points and 3.2 rebounds in 11 minutes per game this season.

Bryant, in his eighth NBA season, signed a one-year contract with the Heat during the offseason and becomes trade-eligible on Sunday, when the deal can be finalized. The Pacers hope Bryant’s experience will stabilize their frontcourt rotation.

13/12/202419:00

Nikola Vucevic drawing interest from four NBA team

Nikola Vucevic is garnering interest from the Lakers, Warriors, Pelicans, and Pistons, per Brett Siegel.

The Chicago Bulls’ center could play a pivotal role for several franchises, with additional teams potentially joining the pursuit for his services.

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