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With Devin Booker (ankle) and Jalen Green (hamstring) currently out of action, the Suns are looking for ways to survive this stretch. Booker is averaging a team-high 25.4 points and 6.2 assists and his presence alone helps generate better looks for his teammates, Duane Rankin of the Arizona Republic notes. “When he’s in the game, […]
Pelle Larsson has thrived in a starting role for the Heat this season, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald notes. The second-year player has made 26 starts this season and the Heat are 16-10 in those contests. “We trust Pelle,” Heat center Bam Adebayo said. “Pelle is the guy that we can incorporate him in […]
The Raptors are considered one of the contenders that might make a bold move prior to the trade deadline. Coach Darko Rajakovic has one name atop his wish list but he’s already in the organization, Michael Grange of Sportsnet tweets. “There’s one guy that I really, really like that I would like to join our […]
The Miami Heat are believed to have a "real shot" to put together a trade package for Giannis Antetokounmpo, sources told Marc Stein of The Stein Line. The Heat would likely have to include Tyler Herro, Kel'el Ware, and several draft picks to complete the deal. Multiple teams continue to engage the Bucks in trade discussions for Antetokounmpo despite his calf injury. Stein also adds that there is a team with interest in Antetokounmpo that believes the Bucks will push trade talks into the upco...
The San Antonio Spurs have granted Jeremy Sochan's representatives permission to explore potential trades involving the forward, sources told Marc Stein of The Stein Line. Sochan, who has appeared in 27 games, is averaging a career-low 13.1 minutes per game this season. Sochan is also averaging 4.2 points and 2.7 rebounds per game, both career lows. Sochan is shooting 25.7% from three this year. The Spurs are in second place in the Western Conference with a 31-15 record.
There are mixed signals on the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade market, with sources from two teams telling Marc Stein of The Stein Line (subscription required) they believe a deal is possible before next week’s deadline, while a representative from another club expects the Bucks to wait until the offseason to get serious about parting with their […]
The Spurs have given Jeremy Sochan and his representatives permission to explore a potential trade, league sources tell Marc Stein of The Stein Line (subscription required). Sochan was selected with the ninth pick in the 2022 draft and was a consistent starter during his first two seasons in San Antonio. He has been pushed out […]
The Cleveland Cavaliers would "gladly welcome" LeBron James back to the franchise this coming offseason, multiple team and league sources tell ESPN. James left the Cavaliers to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers after the 2017-18 season. James is widely expected to exit the Lakers this offseason and would be in his third separate stint with the Cavaliers should he return. James was drafted by the Cavaliers in 2003 and then left to sign with the Miami Heat in 2010 before returning again in 2014....
Denver Nuggets swingman Peyton Watson has emerged as a major restricted free agency target for teams with projected cap space this summer, including the Los Angeles Lakers. Rival executives are increasingly curious about Denver's ability to retain the fourth-year player following his recent breakout performance amid the team's injury struggles. Watson's restricted free agency is already shaping up as a significant offseason domino, according to sources. The situation will be monitored closely...
Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum revealed he contemplates daily how his return from Achilles injury will impact the team's established rhythm. The five-time All-NBA forward expressed concerns about integrating himself into a squad that has built a successful identity without him through 50-plus games. Tatum discussed his thought process on "The Pivot Podcast" when asked about his potential return. The Celtics currently hold the second seed in the Eastern Conference despite his absence through...
Pelicans center Yves Missi is among the potential targets on the Raptors‘ radar as they seek frontcourt help at the trade deadline, reports Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints. With starting center Jakob Poeltl having battled back problems all season long, Toronto is believed to be looking to fortify its depth chart at the five while also […]
Steven Adams has undergone season-ending surgery on his left ankle. Adams was ruled out indefinitely with a Grade 3 ankle sprain last week. Adams suffered the injury when defending Zion Williamson on a drive to the basket. Adams is averaging 5.8 points and 8.6 rebounds in 22.8 minutes per game. Adams has been a big driver of the Rockets' bully ball identity as they prioritized rebounding. The Rockets signed Clint Capela in the offseason to give the team surplus depth at center. The Rockets si...
