Donovan Mitchell: A Cavs fan from the start

Donovan Mitchell was one of the prize players of this NBA off-season. In a shocking twist, the Cleveland Cavaliers came seemingly out of nowhere and made the trade for the three-time NBA All-Star. However, it may be destiny considering what Mitchell recently told the media about his childhood. “It would have been nice,” Mitchell said […]

Mathew Huff  •  17 Sep 2022
Lakers strongly considering bench role for Russell Westbrook

Russell Westbrook is once again the center of Lakers’ news. Even amid Los Angeles bringing back Dennis Schroder, the former MVP is still a question mark regarding what role he will have this upcoming season. It will be interesting to see how he and the newly acquired Patrick Beverley will co-exist. However, things are more […]

Mathew Huff  •  17 Sep 2022
Magic sign free agent guard Joel Ayayi

The Orlando Magic have signed free agent guard Joel Ayayi, according to President of Basketball Operations Jeff Weltman. Ayayi played seven games with the Washington Wizards last season. Though, Ayayi averaged only 2.9 minutes per game. On the Magic, the guard will be reunited with ex-Gonzaga teammate Jalen Suggs, selected fifth overall in the 2021 […]

James Foglio  •  28 Sep 2023
Mavericks extend Maxi Kleber on three-year, $33 million contract

The Dallas Mavericks have signed Maxi Kleber to a three-year, $33 million contract extension. Kleber was entering the final year of his deal. His salary for the 2022-23 season is $9 million. He’s now under contract through the 2025-26 season. In 59 appearances with the Mavericks last season, the 6’10” forward averaged 7 points, 5.9 […]

James Foglio  •  28 Sep 2023
Montrezl Harrell signs with 76ers

Montrezl Harrell finally has a new home. The six-foot-seven center/power forward was one of the more attractive remaining free agents in the NBA until September 6th. Many were puzzled by Harrell’s ongoing availability. However, a familiar face had a lot to do with him finding his new home. Montrezl Harrell is now reunited with head […]

Mathew Huff  •  06 Sep 2022
Trail Blazers sign forward Devontae Cacok to Exhibit 10 contract

The Portland Trail Blazers have signed Devontae Cacok to an Exhibit 10 contract. This is a non-guaranteed deal. On Sunday, the team waived center Norvel Pelle and signed Olivier Sarr to a training camp deal. Sarr, 23, will compete with other backups, Drew Eubanks and Trendon Watford, for a roster spot during training camp. An […]

James Foglio  •  05 Sep 2022
Trail Blazers sign center Olivier Sarr to an Exhibit 10 contract

The Portland Trail Blazers have signed Olivier Sarr to an Exhibit 10 contract. This is a non-guaranteed deal. On Sunday, the team also waived center Norvel Pelle. Sarr, 23, will compete with other backups, Drew Eubanks and Trendon Watford, for a roster spot during training camp. This deal can be converted into a two-way contract […]

James Foglio  •  05 Sep 2022
Bulls guard Lonzo Ball expected to miss training camp

Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball is expected to miss training camp. Months after undergoing meniscus surgery on his left knee, the fifth-year NBA player out of UCLA is still experiencing discomfort. In an episode of the NBC Sports “Bulls Talk” podcast this week, Jason Goff and K.C. Johnson discussed Ball’s knee injury recovery. During the […]

James Foglio  •  05 Sep 2022
Celtics’ Danilo Gallinari diagnosed with torn ACL

Boston Celtics forward Danilo Gallinari has been diagnosed with a torn ACL in his left knee. Last Saturday, the 13-year NBA veteran sustained this injury while playing for Italy against Georgia in the FIBA World Cup qualifier. On July 12, Gallinari signed a two-year, $13 million contract with the Celtics. He will earn $6.479 million […]

James Foglio  •  28 Sep 2023