Celtics, Jaylen Brown discussing contract extension

The Boston Celtics and Jaylen Brown are negotiating a contract extension, but it’s unclear how much the team is offering the two-time All-Star. Brown, 26, is eligible to sign a five-year, $270 million supermax extension this offseason. “The sides are talking,” said ESPN’s Brian Windhorst on Monday. “This is obviously a very important, fragile deal. […]

James Foglio  •  04 Jul 2023
Grizzlies sign Derrick Rose to a two-year, $6.55 million contract

The Memphis Grizzlies have signed former New York Knicks guard Derrick Rose to a two-year, $6.55 million contract, per sources. Rose, 34, was selected first overall by the Chicago Bulls in the 2008 NBA Draft out of the University of Memphis. In the 2007-08 season with the Tigers, the guard averaged 14.9 points, 4.5 rebounds, […]

James Foglio  •  04 Jul 2023
Bulls, Torrey Craig agree to a two-year, $5.37 million contract

The Chicago Bulls and former Phoenix Suns forward Torrey Craig have agreed to a two-year, $5.37 million contract, per sources. His deal includes a player option. Craig, 32, went undrafted out of USC Upstate in 2014. He signed with the Cairns Taipans of the National Basketball League (NBL) for the 2014-15 NBL season. In 32 […]

James Foglio  •  03 Jul 2023
Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards agree to a five-year max extension worth $260 million

The Minnesota Timberwolves and Anthony Edwards have agreed to a five-year, $205.9 million designated rookie max extension that could be worth as much as $260 million, announced WME agents Bill Duffy and Joe Branch. Edwards was selected first overall by Minnesota in the 2020 NBA Draft. “I’m humbled, appreciative and excited to remain in Minnesota […]

James Foglio  •  03 Jul 2023
Clippers, Timberwolves, Pelicans, and Celtics interested in Damian Lillard

The Los Angeles Clippers, Minnesota Timberwolves, New Orleans Pelicans, and Boston Celtics are interested in trading for Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard, according to sources. “The Clippers reached out to Portland and tried to see if there’s a way that they can get into that sweepstakes,” TNT NBA Insider Chris Haynes told Marc Stein […]

James Foglio  •  03 Jul 2023
Hornets’ Miles Bridges signs a $7.9 million qualifying offer for 2023-24

Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges has signed a $7.9 million qualifying offer for the 2023-24 season, per Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul. The 6-foot-6 wing is now set to become an unrestricted free agent next summer. Bridges, 25, cannot be traded until Dec. 15, 2023. More importantly, the Michigan State product has veto power over […]

James Foglio  •  03 Jul 2023
Warriors sign former Pistons guard Cory Joseph to a one-year, $3.2 million deal

The Golden State Warriors have signed former Detroit Pistons guard Cory Joseph to a one-year, $3.2 million contract, according to agent Brandon Cavanaugh and Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul. Joseph’s deal also includes a trade restriction. The 12-year veteran cannot be traded until Dec. 15, 2023. His base salary for the 2023-24 season is $3,196,448, […]

James Foglio  •  28 Sep 2023
Pacers, Tyrese Haliburton agree to a five-year max extension worth up to $260 million

The Indiana Pacers and Tyrese Haliburton have agreed to a five-year, $205.9 million designated max contract extension worth up to $260 million, according to agents Dave Spahn and Aaron Mintz of Creative Artists Agency (CAA). Haliburton’s new deal is set to begin in the 2024-25 season. The 6-foot-5 guard is estimated to receive $35.5 million […]

James Foglio  •  03 Jul 2023
Max Strus agrees to a four-year, $63 million sign-and-trade with Cavaliers

Max Strus has agreed to a four-year, $63 million sign-and-trade with the Cleveland Cavaliers, per agent Mark Bartelstein of Priority Sports. In a three-team sign-and-trade, the Cavaliers are adding Strus, and the San Antonio Spurs are receiving Cedi Osman, Lamar Stevens, and a second-round draft pick. Cleveland is also sending a second-round draft pick to […]

James Foglio  •  28 Sep 2023