NBA Rumors: Magic are targeting Grant Williams, Gary Trent Jr. this offseason

One of the latest NBA rumors pertains to the Orlando Magic targeting Boston Celtics forward Grant Williams and Toronto Raptors guard Gary Trent Jr. when free agency begins this offseason, according to sources. “He is 24, he has proven his chops, on both ends,” an Eastern Conference executive told Sean Deveney of Heavy on Williams. […]

James Foglio  •  07 Jun 2023
Shaquille O’Neal thinks the Boston Celtics should split up the All-NBA duo of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown

The Boston Celtics made the NBA Finals last season and had all intentions of making it back. That was until they got embarrassed by the Miami Heat at home in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals. This offseason, NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal thinks that Boston should split up the All-NBA duo. It […]

Zach Wolpin  •  07 Jun 2023
Duke’s Dariq Whitehead had a second foot surgery ahead of the 2023 NBA Draft, staying on track for training camp

The 2023 NBA Draft is happening on Thursday, June 22. This is the 77th edition of the draft that will be taking place at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. Ahead of the 2023 draft, potential first-round pick Dariq Whitehead underwent a right foot procedure. It’s his second procedure in less than a year. […]

Zach Wolpin  •  07 Jun 2023
Damian Lillard says Miami is his preferred destination in hypothetical trade

Damian Lillard of the Portland Trail Blazers told Brian Custer on Showtime’s “The Last Stand” that Miami is his preferred destination in a hypothetical trade scenario. Other NBA teams Custer mentioned to the seven-time All-Star included the New York Knicks, Boston Celtics, and Brooklyn Nets. “Miami, obviously,” replied Lillard with a laugh. “Miami is the […]

James Foglio  •  07 Jun 2023
Golden State’s Jordan Poole has received criticism this offseason and some media members think he should be traded

In the 2023 postseason, Jordan Poole was not able to carry over his regular-season success. Recently, his head coach made some subtle comments about players on his roster not accepting their roles. Poole was one of the players. A few seasons ago, fans were excited about Poole’s future with the franchise. His poor shooting in […]

Zach Wolpin  •  07 Jun 2023
Hornets projected to draft Alabama forward Brandon Miller No. 2 overall

The Charlotte Hornets are projected to select Alabama freshman forward Brandon Miller No. 2 overall in the 2023 NBA Draft, according to sources. Hornets G.M. Mitch Kupchak is working to improve Charlotte’s frontcourt, and the 6-foot-9, 200-pound wing is expected to be a suitable teammate for LaMelo Ball. In 37 starts with Alabama in the […]

James Foglio  •  07 Jun 2023
League insiders have reported that James Harden is ‘torn’ on returning to the Sixers or joining the Rockets via free agency

At this stage in his career, James Harden has an important decision to make. He will be 33 by the time next season starts and this could be his last big-time contract. Harden is set to be an unrestricted free agent this offseason and there are two main teams in contention. The Philadelphia 76ers and […]

Zach Wolpin  •  07 Jun 2023
Reports around the league say that Dillon Brooks has a ‘realistic’ chance to join the Houston Rockets next season

Since the 2023 postseason ended for the Memphis Grizzlies, SF Dillon Brooks has been criticized heavily in the media. NBA insider Shams Charania reported that Brooks would not be brought back to the team next season under any circumstances. That received scrutiny, but Charnaia was not wrong. His time in Memphis is likely over, but […]

Zach Wolpin  •  07 Jun 2023
Josh Hart opting out with Knicks, plans to remain in New York

Josh Hart declined his $12.96 million player option for the 2023-24 season with the New York Knicks, but the sixth-year guard/forward hopes to re-sign with the team this coming offseason. Hart had until June 24 to decide whether or not to exercise his option. The Villanova product also earned $12.96 million with the Knicks for […]

James Foglio  •  07 Jun 2023