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The agreement between the Milwaukee Bucks and Doc Rivers has reportedly been reached.

Born in 1961 in Chicago, educated in Marquette and a long time player for the Hawks, Rivers continues his journey among the top NBA franchises, after the Magic, Celtics, Clippers and 76ers.

Coach of the Year in 2000, he won a title in 2008 with Boston.

BREAKING: Doc Rivers is finalizing an agreement to become the next coach of the Milwaukee Bucks, sources tell ESPN. The Bucks are getting the coach they targeted over the past 24 hours. pic.twitter.com/SP16vhYJDP

— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) January 24, 2024

Milwaukee Bucks are hiring Doc Rivers to be the franchise’s next head coach, league sources tell @NBAonTNT, @BleacherReport. pic.twitter.com/UMeQ7bTK4d

— Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) January 24, 2024

Doc Rivers has agreed on a deal to become the new head coach of the Milwaukee Bucks, sources tell @TheAthletic @Stadium. pic.twitter.com/44lMPIozoA

— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) January 24, 2024

The Milwaukee Bucks are considering several trade combinations that could involve veteran wing Pat Connaughton and reserve guard Cameron Payne to bolster their defensive rotation.

The Bucks, with the combined salaries of $12.5 million for Connaughton and Payne, are in position to acquire several trade targets, including Portland wing Matisse Thybulle and Clippers wing P.J. Tucker.

An ideal target for the Bucks would be Alex Caruso of the Chicago Bulls, but according to league sources, the Bulls would require multiple first-round picks to consider a trade.

More ambitious targets include Dejounte Murray and Bruce Brown Jr. In order to be within the salary range required to acquire one of these players, the Bucks would have to include Bobby Portis and his $11.7 million salary.

Milwaukee is evaluating the players available on the market, the asking prices of their teams, and how these players would fit alongside Antetokounmpo and Lillard.

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According to the Charlotte Observer Gordon Hayward could leave the Hornets.

The newspaper reports Hayward as the franchise’s first choice for a trade.

Currently the former Celtics, 13 years in the NBA, is in the final year of a four-year, $120 million deal signed with the Hornets in 2020. The salary for the current season is $31.5 million.

Adrian Wojnarowski summarised the Rivers-Bucks affair on Sport Center in recent hours.

«Bucks reached out to Doc Rivers, his representative, late this afternoon, early this evening, and they’ve been talking about this job. He is certainly at the forefront of the Bucks search, certainly that his 25 years as a head coach, a championship in Boston, the last three years in Philly where he got to the conference semifinals, obviously very familiar with this eastern conference and a belief that he can command the respect of Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard, this veteran team get them better defensively and again.

Doc Rivers, a Marquette grad, has a long basketball lineage in the city of Milwaukee, obviously grew up just down the road in Chicago. He is the focus of this Bucks search and they continue to talk tonight about the possibility of him becoming the next head coach. There is one thing that we do know».

The latest on Doc Rivers and the Bucks for ⁦@SportsCenter⁩ with ⁦@MaxMcGeeTV⁩ pic.twitter.com/bDiW04lXV0

— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) January 24, 2024

Sources told ESPN on Tuesday morning that the Miami Heat are getting guard Terry Rozier from the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for guard Kyle Lowry and a protected first-round selection in 2027.

The talented shooting guard, who is averaging 23.2 points and 6.6 assists per game in the NBA, is now a member of the Heat after the trade.

The Hornets (10-31) will receive a lottery-protected choice in 2027 that becomes unprotected in 2028, according to sources. The Hornets are starting to amass future assets ahead of the trade deadline on February 8.

Saddiq Bey is reportedly on his way out at the Atlanta Hawks. The franchise has made the player available for a trade according to Brett Siegel.

The forward is averaging 12.6 points this season with 6.4 rebounds in 32.9 minutes.

The Miami Heat are reportedly considering trades with Kyle Lowry in the package. The Herald reports.

The 1986 class is averaging 8.2 points this season with 3.5 rebounds and 4 assists in 28.4′ of usage.

The Los Angeles Lakers and Atlanta Hawks had extensive trade discussions a few weeks ago on Dejounte Murray, sources tell Shams Charania of The Athletic.

The deal was centered around D’Angelo Russell, a 2029 first round pick and a pick swap for Murray. Atlanta, however, held up the talks as they looked to send Russell to a third team in hopes of getting an expiring contract back in return.

Russell signed a two-year, $36 million contract with the Lakers during the 2023 offseason.

According to recent rumours, the Toronto Raptors are inclined to trade their player Chris Boucher before the trade deadline.

Boucher represents the last remaining player from the title-winning team in the 2018-19 season. The news, reported by Blake Murphy on Twitter, indicates that the Raptors are seriously considering this move.

Boucher has played a significant role on the team, but the decision to trade him could be part of a broader strategy for the team’s future.

The Los Angeles Lakers and Atlanta Hawks have discussed the framework of a trade for Dejounte Murray involving D’Angelo Russell, Jalen Hood-Schifino, a 2029 first-round draft pick, and more draft compensation, sources told Jovan Buha of The Athletic.

The Milwaukee Bucks have registered interest in trading for Dejounte Murray, who is on the trade block with the Atlanta Hawks, sources tell Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report. The Bucks have limited trade assets to send out in any trade following their acquisition of Jrue Holiday in 2020 and the subsequent trade for Damian Lillard in 2023.

The Indiana Pacers have reached an agreement with the Toronto Raptors for Pascal Siakam.

The forward moves to the Pacers for Bruce Brown, Jordan Nwora and three future first-round picks, two in 2024 and one in 206. Pelicans also in the deal, with Kira Lewis moving to the Raptors for a future second-round pick.

Siakam leaves the Raptors after 7 1/2 seasons, with an NBA title, 2 ASG appearances and a Most Improved Player award under his belt.

UPDATE: According to Adrian Wojnarowski, Siakam ‘is excited about the deal and expected to be eager to work out a new contract with the franchise this summer’.

Pascal Siakam is excited about the deal to the Pacers and expected to be eager to work out a new contract with the franchise this summer, sources tell ESPN. Siakam can be a free agent in July. https://t.co/gFJGXwHJCU

— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) January 17, 2024

Indiana is sending two 2024 first-rounders and a 2026 first to the Raptors, sources said. New Orleans sends a second-round pick to Indiana. https://t.co/xxaMY5dETc

— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) January 17, 2024

The Brooklyn Nets have rejected an offer of four first-round draft picks for Mikal Bridges. The offer was made by the Memphis Grizzlies, as reported by Hoopshype.

Despite recent difficulties, with the Nets losing 13 of their last 16 games, the team seems intent on not embarking on a total rebuild, preferring instead to build around Bridges.

Bridges is having an outstanding season, averaging 21.4 points, 5.4 rebounds and 3.7 assists, all career highs.

The Toronto Raptors and Indiana Pacers are actively pursuing a trade that would see two-time All-Star Pascal Siakam move to Indianapolis.

The proposal includes Bruce Brown Jr., other salary and three first-round draft picks, according to league sources telling The Athletic.

Discussions between the Raptors and Pacers have intensified in recent days, with several proposals. Although negotiations are advanced, a final agreement has not yet been reached or agreed upon.

The Sacramento Kings, another potential buyer for Siakam, have withdrawn from discussions in recent weeks.

Siakam, who is in the final year of his $38 million contract, has some decision-making power on his destination, as interested teams would like to know if he is interested in renewing his contract as a free agent, considering the assets needed for the trade.

Should the Raptors decide not to trade Siakam before the 8 February deadline, a contract extension remains a possible solution, allowing them to review the situation this summer.

Brown is the Pacers’ highest-paid player this season, earning $22 million, and has a team option on his contract for next season at $23 million.

Scottie Pippen Jr has reached an agreement with the Memphis Grizzlies on a Two-Way Contract, reports Adrian Wojnarowski.

The 23-year-old point guard was playing in the G League with the South Bay Lakers (20.1 PPG, 5.2 RPG, 5.9 APG, 2.2 SPG).

Free agent G Scottie Pippen Jr. has agreed on a two-year, two-way contract with the Memphis Grizzlies, agent Erika Ruiz of @KlutchSports tells ESPN. pic.twitter.com/66OACVz1Je

— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) January 16, 2024

A few details from a conversation with Atlanta Hawks guard Dejounte Murray were disclosed by TNT sideline reporter Dennis Scott during the Hawks’ game versus the Spurs. They talked about a few things, including the notion that the Spurs would try to get Murray back.

Scott stated that Murray responded to him, “Pop (Spurs coach Gregg Popovich) is like a father to me, I would welcome that,” in response to a question regarding the Spurs rumor. But because I’m a Hawk right now, I’ll play by the rules and maintain my professionalism.”

Scott mentioned that Murray’s response to the trade speculations is typical of most NBA veterans.

“It’s part of the business, I’m going to stay professional and be a good teammate,” Scott said to Murray.

The Orlando Magic, given their excellent start of the season, are believed to be exploring the trade market for Wendell Carter Jr. and Markelle Fultz according to Marc Stein.

Carter is making just over $13 million this season and has two years and $22.8 million remaining on his deal through 2025-26. Fultz is making $17 million in the final season of his contract.

Danilo Gallinari moves from the Wizards to the Pistons in a trade that includes players and picks, Adrian Wojnarowski reports.

Gallinari was producing 7 points and 2.9 rebounds in 14 minutes per game.

Along with the Italian forward, Mike Muscala also moves to Detroit for Marvin Bagley, Isaiah Livers and 2 future second-round picks.

Detroit’s intentions on the future of Gallinari and Muscala are still unclear.

Several insiders in the last period have talked about the Pistons as one of the teams determined to improve the roster before the deadline, despite having the league’s worst record.

Bagley still has one season left on his contract at 12.5 million, while the deals of the other players involved are expiring.

The Pistons and Wizards are finalizing a deal to trade Marvin Bagley, Isaiah Livers, and two second-round picks for forwards Danilo Gallinari and Mike Muscala, sources tell ESPN.

— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) January 14, 2024

The NBA denied the New York Knicks a $7.8 million Disabled Player Exception for stopping Mitchell Robinson.

The reason? There would be optimism about the player’s return before the end of the regular season.

Robinson had surgery on his ankle, and the Knicks could get him back for the playoffs.

The Knicks are getting tremendous play out of Isaiah Hartenstein in Robinson’s absence and possibility of them back together in playoffs is massive for New York.

— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) January 10, 2024

The Memphis Grizzlies have signed Vince Williams Jr. to a three-year, $7.9 million guaranteed contract, including a team option for a fourth season.

The Grizzlies waived centre Bismack Biyombo to create the roster spot, according to ESPN.

Erik Spoelstra, coach of the Miami Heat, has agreed to an eight-year contract extension worth more than $120 million. ESPN reports.

Spoelstra – who has won two championships and reached the NBA Finals six times – is the second highest paid coach in the NBA on an annual basis, after Gregg Popovich with $19 million per season, but the length of the deal is an all-time record for the league.

The Washington Wizards have signed Hamidou Diallo to a 10-day contract, five years in the NBA.

Diallo spent his seasons with OKC and Detroit. This season, the guard averaged 18.6 points for the Wizards’ Capital City Go-Go G League team..

The Washington Wizards are signing five-year NBA veteran Hamidou Diallo to a 10-day contract, sources tell @TheAthletic @Stadium. Diallo spent five seasons with OKC and Detroit. The guard has averaged 18.6 points for Wizards’ Capital City Go-Go G League team this season. pic.twitter.com/6jyrGtNTey

— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) January 9, 2024

The Sacramento Kings are not interested in including Keegan Murray in a potential deal for Pascal Siakam, as reported by Michael Grange of Sportsnet.

According to the report, the Kings withdrew from negotiations with the Raptors on Friday.

The Kings are assessing the trade value of Harrison Barnes, Kevin Huerter, and Davion Mitchell.

Nevertheless, a number of sources claim that the Warriors are reluctant to part with Kuminga, who they view as a future star who can win both now and down the road. Kuminga is one of the few players on the team who can help Golden State both now, as they support Steph Curry, and down the road, should that time come.

According to sources who spoke to Yahoo! Sports’ Jake Fischer, the Washington Wizards are willing to trade their experienced players for draft picks.

In return for Kyle Kuzma, the Wizards are seeking several first-round lottery selections.

For the season, Kuzma is averaging 22.8 points and 6.1 rebounds.

In the previous summer, Kuzma inked a $102 million, four-year contract with the Wizards.

Dylan Windler is signing a Two-Way deal with the Los Angeles Lakers, Adrian Wojnarowski reports.

The swingman yesterday scored 23 points with an impressive 33 rebounds in G League in the Westchester Knicks’ loss to the Delaware Blue Coats.

G League G/F Dylan Windler has agreed on a two-way contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, Mark Bartelstein and Andy Shiffman of @PrioritySports tell ESPN. Windler had a 23-point, 33-rebound performance on Friday for the Knicks’ Westchester affiliate. pic.twitter.com/JXWAsnJ212

— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) January 6, 2024

Record-breaking night for Dylan Windler, the first Westchester Knick with a 20+ PTS and 30+ REB game🤯

💫Vote Dylan to the #GLeagueUpNextGame | https://t.co/pSR9p9whaF pic.twitter.com/XK5rjaXuti

— Westchester Knicks (@wcknicks) January 6, 2024