Austin Rivers says Damian Lillard trade request is bad for the NBA

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Austin Rivers believes Damian Lillard requesting a trade from the Portland Trail Blazers is a horrible look for the NBA. During an appearance on The Ringer’s “NBA Show,” the 11-year veteran opened up on the ongoing trade rumors regarding Lillard. “If you were a free agent, then you could choose where you […]

James Foglio  •  24 Jul 2023
NBA Rumors: Mavericks targeting Timberwolves guard Jaylen Nowell

According to the latest NBA rumors, the Dallas Mavericks are interested in free agent guard Jaylen Nowell. Nowell, 24, was selected 43rd overall by the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2019 NBA Draft out of the University of Washington. The 6-foot-4 guard has played four seasons with Minnesota. “No, he’s not coming back to the Wolves,” […]

James Foglio  •  24 Jul 2023
Heat: Gary Payton supports Damian Lillard’s desire to want to join Miami, ‘Everybody should chase a championship’

This offseason, Damian Lillard requested a trade from the Portland Trail Blazers. His preferred destination is the Miami Heat. At this stage in his career, Lillard wants to be competing for an NBA title. He’s spent the last 11 seasons with the Blazers, but he could be on the move. Former Heat star Gary Payton […]

Zach Wolpin  •  24 Jul 2023
Nuggets: Christian Braun is confident that he can fill the role Bruce Brown played last season

During the 2023 postseason, the Denver Nuggets were nearly unstoppable. Their stars were carrying the team while their role players made a solid contribution as well. Bruce Brown cashed in on their Finals win by signing a two-year, $45 million deal with the Pacers. With Brown no longer on the team, Christian Braun has been […]

Zach Wolpin  •  24 Jul 2023
Stephen Curry excludes LeBron James from his all-time starting five

Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors named his all-time starting five during a recent interview with Buzzfeed, and the nine-time All-Star excluded himself and future Hall of Famer LeBron James from his fantasy lineup. Curry’s all-time starting five includes PG – Magic Johnson, SG – Michael Jordan, SF – Kobe Bryant, PF – Tim […]

James Foglio  •  24 Jul 2023
Timberwolves: Kyle Anderson obtained Chinese citizenship, making him World Cup eligible

Starting on August 25, 32 teams from around the country will be competing in the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup. In June, the Chinese National Team announced their extended 18-man roster. Kyle Anderson of the Minnesota Timberwolves was left on that list of players, but that’s in the process of changing. Anderson has obtained his […]

Zach Wolpin  •  24 Jul 2023
76ers: NBA insiders say that they ‘absolutely’ could see the Knicks make a trade for Joel Embiid

Over the years, the New York Knicks have been linked to a number of all-stars in trade conversations. However, the team has not landed any of the superstars they were rumored to. In 2022-23, the Knicks had one of their better seasons in the last 10+ years. They won a playoff series, but it’s clear […]

Zach Wolpin  •  24 Jul 2023
Knicks sign forward Nathan Knight to a two-way contract

The New York Knicks have signed forward Nathan Knight to a two-way contract. Knight, 25, went undrafted out of the College of William & Mary in November 2020. The 6-foot-10 forward inked a two-way contract with the Atlanta Hawks ahead of his rookie 2020-21 season. In 33 games off the bench with the Hawks, the […]

James Foglio  •  22 Jul 2023
Bulls re-sign guard Ayo Dosunmu to a three-year, $21 million contract

The Chicago Bulls have re-signed restricted free agent guard Ayo Dosunmu to a three-year, $21 million contract, according to Mike Lindeman of Excel Sports Management. He’s projected to earn $6,148,481 in 2023-24, $7,000,000 in 2024-25, and $7,518,519 in 2025-26. As part of a trade restriction, the guard cannot be traded until Dec. 15, 2023. According […]

James Foglio  •  22 Jul 2023