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Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant and all-time defender Tony Allen are forever linked. Allen was a member of the Boston Celtics team that faced Bryant in the NBA Finals twice in three years, then went on to amass six All-NBA Defense selections in seven seasons with the Memphis Grizzlies. Allen developed a reputation as […]

We are officially in the “dog days of summer,” as the saying goes, as the NBA takes a back seat to Major League Baseball and, soon, the NFL, while the NBA offseason slowly churns along. We are likely getting a schedule release next week, as news has leaked that the NBA will release every team’s full schedule. Of course, we usually find out who will play on important dates like opening night, Christmas Day games, and a few other dates ahead of time. As of right now, we dont know a lot about wh...

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - APRIL 17: Jalen Green #4 of the Phoenix Suns reacts after a three-point shot against the Golden State Warriors during the second half of an NBA play-in tournament game at Mortgage Matchup Center on April 17, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Warriors 111-96. 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 Chris...

ST. FRANCIS, WI - AUGUST 8: Larry Harris, Milwaukee Bucks General Manager (L) introduces Bobby Simmons (R) to the media during a press conference at the Milwaukee Bucks Training Center on August 8, 2005 in St. Francis, Wisconsin. 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 NBAE 2005. (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE v...

Channing Frye doesn't think the Lakers have done a very good job if they're trying to build the kind of team Luka Doncic had in Dallas.

Age is but a number.

Business in the NBA world is (mostly) complete, although questions remain for every team.

PARIS, FRANCE - AUGUST 10: Gold medalists Team United States pose for a photo during the Men's basketball medal ceremony on day fifteen of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Bercy Arena on August 10, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) | Getty Images One of the goals of the current collective bargaining agreement is to break up superteams like the 2024 championship squad — or at least spread the wealth when it comes to high paid talent. New York, particularly Jalen Brunson, ...

The Lakers have been linked to Jonathan Kuminga for much of the summer. One hypothetical proposal offers a complicated way to finally get him to Los Angeles. Hawks reporter Rohan Roman recently floated a three-team trade involving the Lakers, Hawks and Trail Blazers that would send Kuminga to L.A. while moving several other players and […] The post NBA three-team trade proposal sends Jonathan Kuminga to Lakers appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Ime Udoka makes his feelings clear on his expectations for Marcus Smart and Bruce Thornton in 2026-27 for the Rockets.

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Mavericks Klay Thompson‘s future in Dallas remains uncertain, but Dustin Lewis of Mavericks On SI writes that the team has little reason to rush into a buyout. The Mavericks currently have 16 players under contract and will eventually need to make another roster move. Thompson has been viewed as a possible buyout candidate, but Jake […] The post NBA Notes: Mavericks, Klay Thompson, Kings, Zach LaVine, Pacers appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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The Warriors could use another proven scorer. The Nets could use more future flexibility. So naturally, somebody has connected the dots. Sai Mohan of Heavy floated a hypothetical trade proposal that would send Michael Porter Jr. and Terance Mann to Golden State in exchange for Jimmy Butler and a protected 2030 first-round pick. Under the […] The post NBA trade proposal sends Michael Porter Jr. to Warriors appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Cavaliers The Cavaliers may have missed on LeBron James, but Chase Brownawell of Cavs On SI argues Jonathan Kuminga could still give the offseason a much-needed lift. Kuminga, a free agent who ended last season with the Hawks, remains one of the more intriguing young wings potentially available. Brownawell’s case centers largely on defense. The […] The post NBA Notes: Cavs, Jonathan Kuminga, Suns, Dillon Brooks, Timberwolves appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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LeBron James and the Philadelphia 76ers have big expectations going into the 2026-27 NBA campaign. One of James’ former teammates hopes to have another reunion by being on the roster in the near future. James announced his choice to join the 76ers this summer, signing a two-year deal that includes a player option in the […] The post Ex-LeBron James teammate continues to lobby for 76ers roster spot appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Although he was initially expected to stay on Dusty May‘s coaching staff with the Mavericks, Josh Broghamer will be leaving Dallas to join the Magic, reports Marc Stein of The Stein Line (via Twitter). Both Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News and Grant Afseth of DallasSportsJournal.com have confirmed the news and report that Broghamer […]

The Hornets traded away two starters this summer in LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges, but Coby White is confident the team can rise up the Eastern Conference standings in 2026/27, according to Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer. “I think we’ve got a really, really good team,” White told Boone. “We’ve got a lot of […]

When people discuss who is the GOAT in basketball, it’s often a debate between Michael Jordan and LeBron James. On an episode of “The Big Podcast” hosted by Shaquille O’Neal, he questioned why former teammate Kobe Bryant isn’t included in the conversation. Shaquille O’Neal questions why Kobe Bryant isn’t considered in GOAT debates. “There’s only...

Golden State Warriors star Jimmy Butler trolled Steph Curry in a recent series of pictures posted on Instagram. Butler, who is on a trip to Amsterdam, posted pictures of his overseas workout — but with a twist. It appears Butler photoshopped Curry’s face over his own in each of the five photos. Jimmy Butler played...

In an interview with Marc J. Spears of Andscape, new Grizzlies big man Isaiah Stewart talks about his “love for the city of Detroit,” being traded by the Pistons, and his excitement for a “new chapter” in Memphis. According to Spears, Stewart said Trajan Langdon told him he could be moved in the 2024 offseason, […]

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