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LeBron James decision 'could be 48 seconds, could be 48 minutes,' Rich Paul says

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It’s been three weeks since LeBron James told the Lakers goodbye and entered free agency. How close is he to deciding on his next team? “I don’t know when his choice is going to be made, but it could be 48 seconds (from now). It could be 48 minutes,” agent Rich Paul said on the […] The post LeBron James decision ‘could be 48 seconds, could be 48 minutes,’ Rich Paul says appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Can the Suns tap into Miles Bridges’ two-way potential?

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Updated Jul 21, 10:56 AM ET

On July 13, the Miles Bridges trade became official. Brian Gregory had this to say about the Suns’ new power forward. “His elite athleticism, strength and versatility allow him to impact the game on both ends of the floor. He embodies the grit, competitiveness and work ethic that fit our identity, and we’re excited to welcome him to Phoenix.” High praise. Or maybe bold praise, considering Bridges’ six-year NBA career with the Hornets. Coming out of Michigan-lite, Bridges was projected to be t...

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Wizards' Anthony Davis extension could become NBA's next storyline

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The entire NBA offseason remains centered on one question: Where will LeBron James ultimately land? But according to Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson, another situation could soon command plenty of attention around the league. In a column published Tuesday, Robinson wrote that all eyes should be on Aug. 6, when Anthony Davis becomes eligible to sign […] The post Wizards’ Anthony Davis extension could become NBA’s next storyline appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Klay Thompson gives eye-opening answer when asked about Warriors reunion

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Updated Jul 21, 1:57 AM ET

Klay Thompson wouldn’t mind a reunion with the Golden State Warriors. During an autograph session at Fanatics Fest over the weekend, Thompson told fans multiple times he is open to finishing out his career back in the Bay Area. A video emerged on Instagram from @Gabe_einhorn asking Thompson if he would go back to the...

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Lakers Rumors: Confusion Over Interview Process For Second Assistant GM

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At the beginning of the offseason, Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka spoke about expanding the front office with the hiring of two assistant GMs being a priority. The team would go on to hire Rohan Ramadas as their assistant GM of strategy and data systems, being in charge of the analytics department. However, […]

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LeBron James has NBA free agency — and Lakers — in holding pattern

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Updated Jul 21, 9:05 PM ET

It’s no secret that most of the NBA is waiting on LeBron James. Even with James’ agent, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul, saying James won’t be rushed into making a decision on which team he’ll play for next, and encouraging teams to fill out their open roster spots if they want to, much of the...

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Free Agent Rumors: Heat, LeBron, Kuminga, Pokusevski

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With 12 players currently on standard contracts, the Heat will need to add at least two more players to their roster before opening night. And according to Barry Jackson and Anthony Chiang of The Miami Herald, team president Pat Riley has indicated that “another real play-maker,” a three-point “marksman,” and a big man who can […]

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Nets Reacts: How would you grade the Nets’ swap for Julius Randle & No. 28 pick?

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MINNEAPOLIS, MN. - MAY 2026: Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) sits on the bench during a timeout in the second quarter of Game 6 of the Western Conference semifinals against the San Antonio Spurs at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn. on Friday, May 15, 2026. (Photo by Alex Kormann/The Minnesota Star Tribune via Getty Images) | Star Tribune via Getty Images Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NCAA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-...

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Who Would You Add to Complete This Trail Blazers Roster?

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Scottie Pippen (C) of the Portland Trail Blazers goes up for a lay-up as Los Angeles Lakers' Kobe Bryant (R) and A.C. Green (L) defend during game one of their NBA Western Conference finals 20 May 2000 in Los Angeles. (ELECTRONIC IMAGE) AFP PHOTO/HECTOR MATA (Photo by HECTOR MATA / AFP) (Photo credit should read HECTOR MATA/AFP via Getty Images) | AFP via Getty Images During the dog days of NBA summer we often talk about topics we don’t have time for during the rush of the regular season, pla...

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What’s next for the Knicks after failed Moussa Cisse pursuit?

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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - FEBRUARY 22: Ariel Hukporti #55 of the New York Knicks battles for the ball against Nick Richards #13 of the Chicago Bulls during the first half at the United Center on February 22, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. 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 Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images) | Getty Images You got the feeling when...

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Lakers still monitoring center market, could make trade for big

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LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 6: Los Angeles Lakers huddle up before the game against the Indiana Pacers on March 6, 2026 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 2026 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images There is good news and b...

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Cavs, Lakers remain teams most often linked to Jonathan Kuminga

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Updated Jul 21, 4:15 PM ET

Other than the Lakers, the Cavaliers are the team that remains the “most-often connected” to unrestricted free agent forward Jonathan Kuminga, according to Dan Woike of The Athletic. It’s actually been that way since the start of free agency a few weeks back. Kuminga has worked out in Cleveland in the past, and by all […] The post Cavs, Lakers remain teams most often linked to Jonathan Kuminga appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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NetsDaily Off-Season Report – No. 14

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Yeah, we’re a little late but there’s a lot to ponder. The end of the Brooklyn Nets two summer leagues, coinciding with the start of free agency, seems like a good time to assess things. The Nets could make a move yet and LeBron James hasn’t made his decision. Just Saturday, the New York Knicks tendered an offer sheet to the Dallas Mavericks for Moussa Cisse, a 6’11” 23-year-old center, only to see it matched hours later. On Sunday, the Mavs, Thunder and Hawks did a three-way swap that sent A...

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How would Warriors fans feel about adding LeBron James

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JULY 16: LeBron James speaks onstage during the TIME100 Sports Gala at Pier 60, Chelsea Piers on July 16, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Craig Barritt/Getty Images for TIME) | Getty Images for TIME While reports continue to suggest that LeBron James is favoring a return to the Eastern Conference, the Golden State Warriors continue to be mentioned with an outside shot of landing King James. As James allows his free agency saga to continue deeper and deeper into the offse...

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