Free agent shooting guard Devon Higgs has signed with the Hawks, the team announced today in a press release. While Higgs spent some time playing overseas during the past two years, the Georgia native has primarily competed in the G League since going undrafted out of Georgia Southwestern State in 2023. He has suited up […]
NBAThe Los Angeles Clippers and Toronto Raptors have yet to formalize their trade involving Kawhi Leonard for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two unprotected first round picks and a pick swap. The deal has been hold pending the results of the NBA's investigation into alleged cap circumvention by the Clippers with Leonard. Because Leonard was not suspended and was merely fined, the Raptors presumably would be comfortable executing the trade. ESPN's Brian Windhorst reported that the trade remains on ...
Before becoming the head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, JJ Redick was known for its deadly perimeter shooting in modern basketball. The former NBA shooting guard believes that Stephen Curry deserves to be called the greatest shooter of all-time. During an appearance on “The Draymond Show,” Redick revealed his all-time top five shooters, placing […] The post JJ Redick names Curry No. 1 among his top 5 shooters ever appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
Here's a look at a few second-year players who find themselves in fascinating situations heading into the the season.
NBAKevin O'Connor talks the Miami Heat, Denver Nuggets and re-drafts the 2016 NBA Draft class.
NBAThe Philadelphia 76ers reportedly doubted their ability to trade for a key piece of their bid to sign LeBron James before all the pieces fell into place earlier this offseason.
NBAThe Philadelphia 76ers used a portion of their midlevel exception to sign forward Dean Wade this offseason, a move rooted in Mike Gansey's prior relationship with the player from his time as general manager of the Cleveland Cavaliers. Rather than committing the full midlevel exception to a single player, Philadelphia elected to split it between Wade and guard Anfernee Simons. Gansey played a central role in recruiting Wade, whom he had known since Wade's time in Cleveland, and viewed him as a...
James Plowright of the Buzz Beat Podcast uses his dulcet British tones to break down the upcoming Hornets season. Was the LaMelo trade the right move? How do newcomers Naz Reid, Grayson Allen, Royce O'Neale, and the rookies fit in? How can Brandon Miller and Kon Knueppel evolve as they take on more offensive responsibility? Plus, we make our predictions for the Hornets season. Join Dunc'd On Prime! It's the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger ...
In addition to the limitations they face on the trade market and in free agency, NBA teams who finish a season with a salary exceeding the second tax apron also have a future first-round pick “frozen,” meaning it becomes ineligible to be traded. This restriction applies to the draft seven years away. For instance, a […]
NBAAs the Clippers try to move forward in the wake of the NBA’s findings against them in its salary cap circumvention investigation, team owner Steve Ballmer, who has been suspended from team activities for a year, may face repercussions when it comes to his reputation around the league. “I think [other owners] wanted to believe […]
In the wake of the Los Angeles Lakers' minicamp in Slovenia hosted by Luka Dončić, Jarred Vanderbilt has provided some insights into the trip.
NBAMichael Carter-Williams is moving into the executive side of basketball after a 10-year NBA career, becoming the Head of Basketball at Brunswick Sports Management. Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson reported that Carter-Williams will lead Brunswick’s basketball division, overseeing client relationships, mentoring athletes and helping establish routines and professional habits for young players. Brunswick Sports Management was […] The post Michael Carter-Williams returns to basketball in new role appe...