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Jonathan Kuminga trade less likely after Jimmy Butler injury

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Updated Jul 6, 8:06 PM ET

Jonathan Kuminga and the Golden State Warriors once seemed on track to finally resolve their long-running, mutual interest in moving on from one another ahead of the trade deadline. However, multiple team sources told ESPN that a deal is now considered far less likely in the wake of Jimmy Butler’s season-ending ACL tear. Before Butler […] The post Jonathan Kuminga trade less likely after Jimmy Butler injury appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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Bulls weigh trade deadline moves to boost playoff push

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Updated Jul 6, 8:06 PM ET

The Chicago Bulls are exploring trades ahead of the NBA trade deadline to strengthen their roster, sources told Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report. The organization aims to add young, athletic talent to complement its core duo of Josh Giddey and Matas Buzelis. Chicago currently sits at 23-23, holding the ninth seed in the Eastern Conference, […] The post Bulls weigh trade deadline moves to boost playoff push appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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Raptors Parent Company Plans $18.25 Billion Sports Entity After MLSE Buyout

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Rogers Communications, majority owner of the Toronto Raptors through its 75% stake in Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment, announced plans Wednesday to complete its full acquisition of MLSE and consolidate its sports holdings into a single entity valued at more than $18.25 billion. CEO Tony Staffieri confirmed on the company's first-quarter earnings call that Rogers expects to purchase the remaining 25% MLSE minority interest, held by Larry Tanenbaum's Kilmer Sports Ventures, in the second half...

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Grizzlies eyeing 6 teams to drive up Ja Morant trade market

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With the hiring of Taylor Jenkins, the Milwaukee Bucks made their second-most important decision of the offseason. Now they just have to figure out the gigantic Giannis Antetokounmpo situation. Following in their footsteps, the Memphis Grizzlies and Ja Morant are next up in the NBA trade rumors market. While not quite the attraction as the […] The post Grizzlies eyeing 6 teams to drive up Ja Morant trade market appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Warriors rumors: Stephen Curry's 'definite' contract extension plans amid retirement speculation

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The Golden State Warriors are currently in the early stages of what could be a highly consequential 2026 offseason following their play-in loss to the Phoenix Suns. There has already been chatter about whether or not head coach Steve Kerr will continue his highly successful run in the Bay Area, and the clock is also […] The post Warriors rumors: Stephen Curry’s ‘definite’ contract extension plans amid retirement speculation appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA rumors: Why Mavericks could be intriguing Kawhi Leonard trade destination

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The Dallas Mavericks have a busy offseason ahead of them as they look to build a respectable team around Cooper Flagg. A large chunk of that will depend on how lucky the Mavericks get on NBA Draft lottery night, but the team also figures to once again be active on the trade market, after dealing […] The post NBA rumors: Why Mavericks could be intriguing Kawhi Leonard trade destination appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rich Paul confident Lakers' LeBron James can play five more years

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Rich Paul expressed confidence towards the idea of Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James continuing his NBA career well into his 40s. James is 23 years into his remarkable career, one that will undoubtedly send him to the Hall of Fame. He will go down as one of the greatest players to ever play the […] The post Rich Paul confident Lakers’ LeBron James can play five more years appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers News: Luka Doncic Feels Chemistry With Austin Reaves & LeBron James Is Not There Yet

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Updated Jul 6, 8:06 PM ET

The Los Angeles Lakers have one of the best trios of superstars in the NBA between Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and LeBron James. In particular, on offense, those three can cause all kinds of issues for the opposition as all three can attack the rim, shoot and are excellent playmakers with high IQs who can […]

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