Skip to main content
🏀

Hoopsmachine - The Front Page of Basketball

Celtics rumors: Payton Pritchard contract extension could reach $22 million annually

Publisher:ClutchPoints, Established sourceNBA logoNBA
Rumor

On the heels of trading Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers, the Boston Celtics could bet on Payton Pritchard to help fill the void left in the wake of the All-NBA forward’s departure. Pritchard’s expected to ascend following Brown’s shocking exit, which should lead to a significant pay raise. With two years left on his […] The post Celtics rumors: Payton Pritchard contract extension could reach $22 million annually appeared first on ClutchPoints.

NBA Notes: Timberwolves, Jonathan Kuminga, Cavs, Tristan Enaruna, Thunder

Publisher:HoopsWire, Established source

Timberwolves Jonathan Kuminga said his early conversations with Timberwolves coach Chris Finch have centered on two responsibilities. “Rebound and defend,” Kuminga said during his introductory press conference. “Those two will open up the rest of the stats.” That sounds like precisely what Minnesota needs after trading Naz Reid and Julius Randle in the deal for […] The post NBA Notes: Timberwolves, Jonathan Kuminga, Cavs, Tristan Enaruna, Thunder appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Lakers’ Walker Kessler says lost season helped him ‘fall in love’ with game again

Publisher:HoopsWire, Established source

Walker Kessler missed basketball. Now he says he sees it a little differently. The Lakers center appeared in only five games for the Jazz last season after undergoing surgery to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder. It was the first extended absence of his NBA career. “Sitting out a whole year definitely puts […] The post Lakers’ Walker Kessler says lost season helped him ‘fall in love’ with game again appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Domantas Sabonis trade remains possible, but Kings’ price may be the problem

Publisher:HoopsWire, Established source
Rumor

The Kings may want to trade Domantas Sabonis. Other teams may want him. The problem, as usual, is the price. Sacramento has explored the market for Sabonis since at least last season’s trade deadline, according to NBA insider Jake Fischer. Toronto and Charlotte both discussed potential deals with the Kings, with the Raptors’ interest described […] The post Domantas Sabonis trade remains possible, but Kings’ price may be the problem appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Knicks face tough Miles McBride decision after latest contract-talks update

Publisher:Posting and Toasting, Established source

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 30: Miles McBride #2 of the New York Knicks reacts after his shot during the second half against the Philadelphia 76ers at Madison Square Garden on April 30, 2024 in New York City. The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the New York Knicks 112-106 in overtime. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Image...

The Clippers are reminding us how not to treat franchise greats

Publisher:Silver Screen and Roll, Established source

LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 23: Chris Paul #3 of the Phoenix Suns and Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers high fives after the game on March 23, 2023 at Crypto.Com Arena in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Ge...

How Deep Does the Blazers’ Rotation Go?

Publisher:Blazers Edge, Established source
Analysis

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS - APRIL 28: Sidy Cissoko #91 of the Portland Trail Blazers dunks the ball against the San Antonio Spurs during the fourth quarter in Game Five of the First Round of the NBA Western Conference Playoffs at Frost Bank Center on April 28, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Cortes/G...

More stories