 Kings will reportedly sign Frank Kaminsky
The Sacramento Kings will reportedly be signing Frank Kaminsky. Here’s the Sacramento Bee: The Kings got off to a slow start in free agency while the Bogdan Bogdanovic saga played out, but general manager Monte McNair was working overtime on Thanksgiving Day. McNair signed a second free agent Thursday, adding Frank Kaminsky on a short-term … Continue reading "Kings will reportedly sign Frank Kaminsky"
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Knicks sign Nerlens Noel, who played for Thunder last season
The New York Knicks yesterday signed forward/center Nerlens Noel. Per multiple reports, Noel’s Knicks contract is a one-year, $5 million deal. With Mitchell Robinson the team’s young prime talent at the center spot, Noel will likely play backup. Listed at 6-foot-10, 220 pounds), Noel averaged 7.4 points on 68.4-percent shooting, 4.9 rebounds and 1.49 blocks … Continue reading "Knicks sign Nerlens Noel, who played for Thunder last season"
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Utah Jazz bring back Derrick Favors, who played for Pelicans last season
Derrick Favors is back on the Jazz. Utah yesterday signed the forward/center Derrick Favors to a contract that is reportedly a three-year deal for $27 million. "Since he joined the Jazz originally during the 2010-11 season, Derrick Favors was an important part of the franchise and community," said Jazz Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations … Continue reading "Utah Jazz bring back Derrick Favors, who played for Pelicans last season"
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Kings trade KJ Martin Jr’s draft rights to Rockets
The Houston Rockets have acquired the rights to rookie guard KJ Martin Jr. in a trade with the Sacramento Kings in exchange for cash considerations and a future L.A. Lakers second round pick attained via trade with Detroit. The 19-year-old is the son of Kenyon Martin, who was the first overall pick in the 2000 … Continue reading "Kings trade KJ Martin Jr’s draft rights to Rockets"
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Knicks sign Jared Harper to two-way contract
The New York Knicks yesterday signed guard Jared Harper to a two-way contract. Listed at 5-foot-11, 175 pounds, Harper was a two-way player for the Suns last season. He played sparingly for the Suns, appearing in three games, but in the G League for Northern Arizona he averaged 20.8 points (16th in G League), 5.7 … Continue reading "Knicks sign Jared Harper to two-way contract"
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Raptors re-sign forward Chris Boucher
The Toronto Raptors yesterday re-signed Chris Boucher. Boucher’s Raptors contract is reportedly a two-year, $13.5 million deal. The second year is reportedly not fully guaranteed. The 6-foot-10, 200-pound forward averaged 6.6 points, 4.5 rebounds, a team-high 1.0 blocks and 13.2 minutes in 62 games last season. He shot 47.2% FG, 32.2% from three-point range, and … Continue reading "Raptors re-sign forward Chris Boucher"
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Utah Jazz sign former BYU guard Jake Toolson
The Utah Jazz have signed guard Jake Toolson. According to KSL Sports, Toolson signed an Exhibit 10 contract. Per KSL, “Exhibit 10 contracts are one year NBA contracts for the league's minimum salary. Traditionally, teams use exhibit 10 deals to audition a player during training camp, while retaining the option to assign that player to … Continue reading "Utah Jazz sign former BYU guard Jake Toolson"
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Utah Jazz sign Trent Forrest and Jarrell Brantley to two-way contracts
The Utah Jazz signed guard Trent Forrest and forward Jarrell Brantley to two-way contracts today. Forrest, listed at 6-foot-4, 210 lbs., played four years of college basketball at Florida State, where during his senior season he averaged 11.6 points, 4.5 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 1.9 steals per game. He was named to the 2019-20 All-ACC … Continue reading "Utah Jazz sign Trent Forrest and Jarrell Brantley to two-way contracts"
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Magic re-sign forward James Ennis III
The Orlando Magic have re-signed free agent forward James Ennis III. It’s reportedly just a one-year deal. According to the Orlando Sentinel, “Ennis' signing brings the Magic roster to the maximum of 15 players on standard league contracts. Orlando re-signed guard Michael Carter-Williams and forward Gary Clark and brought in former Hornets shooting guard Dwayne … Continue reading "Magic re-sign forward James Ennis III"
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Heat sign forward Paul Eboua, who spent recent seasons playing in Italy
The Miami Heat have signed forward Paul Eboua, who has spent the last four basketball seasons playing overseas. Last season, Eboua played in Italy. In 18 games (12 starts) for VL Pesaro of the Lega Basket Serie A, he put up modest stats: 7.4 points, 5.3 rebounds in 21.6 minutes per game, on 45.9% shoooting. … Continue reading "Heat sign forward Paul Eboua, who spent recent seasons playing in Italy"
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Miami Heat sign rookie Precious Achiuwa
The Miami Heat have signed rookie Precious Achiuwa. Achiuwa (whose name is pronounced “ah-CHEW-uh”), was drafted 20th overall in the first round of the 2020 NBA Draft by the Heat. He did big things in college basketball, having been named 2019-20 American Athletic Conference Player of the Year and Freshman of the Year In his … Continue reading "Miami Heat sign rookie Precious Achiuwa"
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Cavs sign former Knicks guard Damyean Dotson
Former Knicks guard guard Damyean Dotson has found a new home. The Cleveland Cavaliers have signed Dotson today, to a multi-year contract. Per multiple reports, Dotson’s Cavs contract is a two-year deal for around $4 million. Dotson, listed at 6-foot-5, 205 lbs., played in 48 games for the Knicks last season, averaging 6.7 points and … Continue reading "Cavs sign former Knicks guard Damyean Dotson"
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Grizzlies sign rookie Desmond Bane
The Memphis Grizzlies have signed 2020 first round draft pick Desmond Bane to a multi-year contract. Bane (6-6, 215) was acquired by the Grizzlies using the Boston Celtics' 30th overall pick pursuant to a three-team trade also involving the Portland Trail Blazers. The 22-year-old was named to the 2019-20 All-Big 12 First Team and selected … Continue reading "Grizzlies sign rookie Desmond Bane"
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Hawks sign former Kings guard Bogdan Bogdanovic
The Atlanta Hawks have signed restricted free agent guard Bogdan Bogdanovic. Per multiple reports, Bogdanovic’s Hawks contract is a four-year deal for $72 million. According to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, “the Kings have elected not to match the Hawks' offer for the 28-year-old restricted free agent, the AJC confirmed, and thus he will play for Atlanta … Continue reading "Hawks sign former Kings guard Bogdan Bogdanovic"
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Utah Jazz sign rookies Udoka Azubuike and Elijah Hughes
The Utah Jazz yesterday signed center Udoka Azubuike and forward Elijah Hughes. Selected 27th overall in the first round of the 2020 NBA Draft by the Jazz, Azubuike (7-0, 270, Kansas) was a four-year collegiate player and in 2019-20 posted averages of 13.7 points on 74.8 percent from the field, along with 10.5 rebounds and … Continue reading "Utah Jazz sign rookies Udoka Azubuike and Elijah Hughes"
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Grizzlies sign Sean McDermott and Killian Tillie to two-way contracts
The Memphis Grizzlies yesterday signed forward/center Killian Tillie and wing Sean McDermott to two-way contracts. Tillie (6-10, 220) started all 24 of his appearances last season for Gonzaga University and averaged 13.6 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.00 steals in 24.6 minutes while shooting 53.5 percent from the field, 40.0 percent from 3-point range … Continue reading "Grizzlies sign Sean McDermott and Killian Tillie to two-way contracts"
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Spurs re-sign center Drew Eubanks
The San Antonio Spurs yesterday re-signed center Drew Eubanks. Eubanks, 6-10/245, has spent the past two seasons with the Silver and Black as a two-way player. During the NBA restart in Orlando, Eubanks appeared in all eight games and averaged 7.0 points, 6.3 rebounds and 1.38 blocks in 17.6 minutes. The first two-way player to … Continue reading "Spurs re-sign center Drew Eubanks"
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Rockets trade Trevor Ariza to Pistons for Christian Wood
The Houston Rockets yesterday acquired free agent forward/center Christian Wood from Detroit as part of a sign-and-trade. The Rockets traded forward Trevor Ariza, the rights to Isaiah Stewart (16th pick in 2020 NBA Draft), a future Houston second round pick, and cash considerations to the Pistons in exchange for Wood, a future Detroit first round … Continue reading "Rockets trade Trevor Ariza to Pistons for Christian Wood"
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Knicks staff hirings announced, including Darren Erman as assistant coach
The New York Knicks announced today the following staff hirings: Darren Erman, assistant coach; Aaron Brooks, two-way liaison; Larry Greer, advance scout/assistant coach; Richard Williams, strength and conditioning coach; Reggie Johnson and TJ Zanin, scouts; and Ike Azotam, Christopher Santo and Gabriel Snider, assistant video coordinators. Erman joins the Knicks as an assistant coach having … Continue reading "Knicks staff hirings announced, including Darren Erman as assistant coach"
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NBA All-Star weekend in Indianapolis, Indiana rescheduled from 2021 to 2024
The NBA and the Indiana Pacers announced today that NBA All-Star in Indianapolis, which was originally scheduled for Feb. 12-14, 2021, will now be held Feb. 16-18, 2024. Public health conditions prevented the Pacers, the NBA All-Star Host Committee and the NBA from appropriately planning and executing fan-focused All-Star activities in Indianapolis that were envisioned … Continue reading "NBA All-Star weekend in Indianapolis, Indiana rescheduled from 2021 to 2024"
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Pelicans sign new center Steven Adams to contract extension
The New Orleans Pelicans and center Steven Adams have agreed to a multi-year contract extension. Per multiple reports, it’s a two-year, $35 million extension through the 2022-23 season. Adams, 7-0, 265, who was acquired by New Orleans in a four-team trade involving Denver, Milwaukee and Oklahoma City, has spent his entire seven-year career with the … Continue reading "Pelicans sign new center Steven Adams to contract extension"
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Cavs re-sign Matthew Dellavedova
The Cleveland Cavaliers have re-signed guard Matthew Dellavedova. Dellavedova (6-3, 204) played in 57 games (four starts) for Cleveland this past season, averaging 3.1 points and 3.2 assists in 14.4 minutes. He shot .865 from the foul line and scored in double figures on three occasions. Dellavedova, who led the Cavs in assists 12 times … Continue reading "Cavs re-sign Matthew Dellavedova"
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Nuggets convert two-way contract of Bol Bol to standard NBA contract
The Denver Nuggets have converted the two-way contract of Bol Bol to a standard multi-year NBA contract, President of Basketball Operations Tim Connelly announced today. Bol Bol, who will remain a rookie for the 2020-21 season as he did not appear in an NBA game prior to the hiatus on March 11th, appeared in seven … Continue reading "Nuggets convert two-way contract of Bol Bol to standard NBA contract"
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Thunder sign-and-trade Danilo Gallinari to Hawks
The Atlanta Hawks have acquired forward Danilo Gallinari (da-KNEE-lo gal-in-ARE-ee) and cash considerations in a trade with the Oklahoma City Thunder for a conditional 2025 second-round pick in a sign-and-trade transaction. "Danilo checks a lot of boxes for what we have prioritized. We wanted to add productive veterans and high-level shooting to our group and … Continue reading "Thunder sign-and-trade Danilo Gallinari to Hawks"
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Spurs re-sign Quinndary Weatherspoon to a two-way contract
You may not know who Quinndary Weatherspoon is, but the San Antonio Spurs do, and they like having him around. The team re-signed Weatherspoon, a guard, to a two-way contract. Weatherspoon spent last season as a two-way player for the Spurs, playing in 11 games for San Antonio, plus 36 games in the G League … Continue reading "Spurs re-sign Quinndary Weatherspoon to a two-way contract"
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Lakers waive Jordan Bell
The Los Angeles Lakers waived center Jordan Bell today. The Lakers had just recently acquired Bell, along with Alfonzo McKinnie, in their trade with the Cavs for JaVale McGee and a future second round draft pick. Last season, Bell played in 29 games for the Timberwolves and Grizzlies, averaging 3.2 points and 2.8 rebounds in … Continue reading "Lakers waive Jordan Bell"
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Timberwolves trade Jacob Evans, Omari Spellman and a draft pick to Knicks for Ed Davis
The Minnesota Timberwolves have acquired Ed Davis in a trade with the New York Knicks for Jacob Evans III, Omari Spellman and the Timberwolves' 2026 Second Round Pick. Davis, 31, has appeared in 668 regular season games (96 starts) in 10 NBA seasons with Toronto, Memphis, Los Angeles Lakers, Portland, Brooklyn and Utah averaging 6.3 … Continue reading "Timberwolves trade Jacob Evans, Omari Spellman and a draft pick to Knicks for Ed Davis"
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Hawks sign rookies Onyeka Okongwu, Skylar Mays and Nathan Knight
The Atlanta Hawks have signed rookie forward/center Onyeka Okongwu, rookie guard Skylar Mays and rookie forward/center Nathan Knight, the team announced today. Mays and Knight have been signed to two-way contracts. Drafted sixth overall by the Hawks in the 2020 NBA Draft, the 6'9 Okongwu led the USC Trojans in points per game, rebounds per … Continue reading "Hawks sign rookies Onyeka Okongwu, Skylar Mays and Nathan Knight"
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Celtics sign first round draft picks Aaron Nesmith and Payton Pritchard
The Boston Celtics have signed 2020 first round draft picks Aaron Nesmith and Payton Pritchard. Selected 14th overall in the 2020 NBA Draft, Nesmith, a 6-6, 213-pound forward, produced career averages of 14.7 points (44.2% FG, 41.0% 3-PT, 82.5% FT), 5.3 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 0.9 steals, and 31.0 minutes played in 46 collegiate games over … Continue reading "Celtics sign first round draft picks Aaron Nesmith and Payton Pritchard"
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Spurs re-sign center Jakob Poeltl
The San Antonio Spurs have re-signed center Jakob Poeltl. Poeltl’s contract is reportedly a three-year, $27 million deal. Poeltl played in 66 games for the Spurs last season, including 18 starts, averaging 5.6 points, a career-high 5.7 rebounds, 1.8 assists and a career-best 1.44 blocks while shooting 62.4 percent from the field in 17.7 minutes. … Continue reading "Spurs re-sign center Jakob Poeltl"
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Nuggets sign Greg Whittington to two-way contract
The Denver Nuggets have signed forward Greg Whittington to a two-way contract. Whittington, 6-8, 212, spent the 2019-20 season playing in Istanbul, Turkey for Galatasaray of the Turkish BSL. He appeared in 25 games (10 starts), averaging 12.4 points, 5.5 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.12 steals while shooting 56.6% from the field and 50.7% from … Continue reading "Nuggets sign Greg Whittington to two-way contract"
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Lakers sign Marc Gasol
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Los Angeles Lakers (@lakers) The Los Angeles Lakers have signed center Marc Gasol, it was announced today by Vice President of Basketball Operations and General Manager Rob Pelinka. Gasol’s Lakers contract is a two-year deal for the veteran’s minimum salary of $2.56 million per year, per … Continue reading "Lakers sign Marc Gasol"
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Utah Jazz plan to allow some fan attendance at home games in 2020-21 NBA season
The Utah Jazz today announced that home games at Vivint Arena will be played with a limited number of fans when the NBA season begins in December amid a series of enhanced health and safety measures implemented throughout the building in consultation with the Utah Department of Health. The arena will reopen with a reduced … Continue reading "Utah Jazz plan to allow some fan attendance at home games in 2020-21 NBA season"
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Orlando Magic sign Dwayne Bacon
The Orlando Magic have signed free agent guard Dwayne Bacon, President of Basketball Operations Jeff Weltman announced today. Bacon (6'6", 221, 8/30/95) played in 39 games last season (11 starts) with Charlotte, averaging 5.7 ppg., 2.6 rpg. and 1.3 apg. in 17.6 minpg. He led (or tied) the team in scoring twice, scored in double … Continue reading "Orlando Magic sign Dwayne Bacon"
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Orlando Magic re-sign Michael Carter-Williams
The Orlando Magic have re-signed free agent guard Michael Carter-Williams, President of Basketball Operations Jeff Weltman announced today. Carter-Williams (6'6", 190, 10/10/91) played in 45 games last season with Orlando, averaging 7.2 ppg., 3.3 rpg., 2.4 apg. and 1.09 stlpg. in 18.5 minpg. He led (or tied) the team in scoring once, in rebounding once … Continue reading "Orlando Magic re-sign Michael Carter-Williams"
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Raptors re-sign Fred VanVleet
The Toronto Raptors have re-signed free agent guard Fred VanVleet to a multi-year contract. Per multiple reports, VanVleet’s Raptors contract is a four-year, $85 million deal. The final season is a player option, according to ESPN. "In the last four years, we've seen Fred move from leader of Raptors 905, to leader of the Bench … Continue reading "Raptors re-sign Fred VanVleet"
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Four-team NBA trade sends Steven Adams and Eric Bledsoe to Pelicans, Jrue Holiday to Bucks
The New Orleans Pelicans announced today that the team has completed a four-team trade with the Denver Nuggets, Milwaukee Bucks, and Oklahoma City Thunder. The Pelicans have acquired Steven Adams (via Oklahoma City) and Eric Bledsoe (via Milwaukee), as well as two future first round draft picks from Milwaukee and the right to swap two … Continue reading "Four-team NBA trade sends Steven Adams and Eric Bledsoe to Pelicans, Jrue Holiday to Bucks"
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Lakers trade JaVale McGee, draft pick to Cavs for Jordan Bell and Alfonzo McKinnie
The Los Angeles Lakers have acquired center Jordan Bell and small forward Alfonzo McKinnie in a trade with the Cleveland Cavaliers for center JaVale McGee and a future second round draft pick. Bell has played in 154 career games (16 starts) for Golden State, Minnesota and Memphis, averaging 3.8 points, 3.1 rebounds and 1.3 assists … Continue reading "Lakers trade JaVale McGee, draft pick to Cavs for Jordan Bell and Alfonzo McKinnie"
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Hawks sign Rajon Rondo
The Atlanta Hawks have signed free agent guard Rajon Rondo, the team announced today. Rondo’s Hawks contract is reportedly a two-year, $15 million deal. "Rajon is an intense competitor, a proven winner and a true student of the game," said Hawks President of Basketball Operations and General Manager Travis Schlenk. "His resume and experience speak … Continue reading "Hawks sign Rajon Rondo"
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Lakers re-sign Markieff Morris
The Los Angeles Lakers have re-signed forward Markieff Morris, it was announced today by Vice President of Basketball Operations and General Manager Rob Pelinka. Per multiple reports, Morris’ contract is a one-year deal for the veteran’s minimum. Morris played in 14 games (one start) for the Lakers last season, averaging 5.3 points and 3.2 rebounds … Continue reading "Lakers re-sign Markieff Morris"
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Utah Jazz re-sign Jordan Clarkson
The Utah Jazz have re-signed guard Jordan Clarkson. Clarkson’s contract is reportedly a four-year, $52 million deal, with the final season a player option. "Jordan was an integral part of our team's success last season," said Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Dennis Lindsey. "He's an aggressive, competitive talent that leads by example and provides … Continue reading "Utah Jazz re-sign Jordan Clarkson"
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Nets sign Jeff Green
The Brooklyn Nets have signed free agent forward Jeff Green. Per multiple reports, Green’s contract is for one year, $2.56 million. Green (6'8", 235) has appeared in 908 career games (546 starts) across 12 NBA seasons with Houston (2020), Utah (2019), Washington (2018-19), Cleveland (2017-18), Orlando (2016-17), Los Angeles Clippers (2016), Memphis (2015-16), Boston (2011-15) … Continue reading "Nets sign Jeff Green"
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Sixers trade Zhaire Smith to Pistons for Tony Bradley
The Philadelphia 76ers have acquired Tony Bradley in a trade with the Detroit Pistons for Zhaire Smith. Bradley was originally selected by the Los Angeles Lakers with the No. 28 overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft, before his draft rights were traded to Utah. Over three seasons with Utah, Bradley has played in 70 … Continue reading "Sixers trade Zhaire Smith to Pistons for Tony Bradley"
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Heat sign forward Maurice Harkless
The Miami Heat have signed forward Maurice Harkless. Per multiple reports, Harkless’ contract is for one year, $3.6 million. "We have always liked what Moe Harkless brings to a team," said HEAT President Pat Riley. "We like his experience in knowing the role he will play for us real well. Moe can guard multiple positions, … Continue reading "Heat sign forward Maurice Harkless"
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Knicks sign first round draft pick Obi Toppin
The New York Knicks have signed forward Obi Toppin, the team’s first-round 2020 NBA Draft selection, to his rookie contract. Toppin, 22, was selected on November 18 by the Knicks with the eighth overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft out of the University of Dayton. At college, the 6-9, 220-pound forward averaged 20.0 points, … Continue reading "Knicks sign first round draft pick Obi Toppin"
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Miami Heat sign Avery Bradley
The Miami Heat have signed guard Avery Bradley. According to the Miami Herald, “Bradley's two-year contract is worth nearly $12 million and includes a team option for the second year. He will make about $6 million in the first year — the only guaranteed year — of the contract.” "This is a great signing that … Continue reading "Miami Heat sign Avery Bradley"
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Orlando Magic re-sign Gary Clark
The Orlando Magic have re-signed free agent forward Gary Clark, President of Basketball Operations Jeff Weltman announced today. Clark reportedly signed a contract for two years, $4.1 million. "Gary (Clark) showed that he has the ability to compete with anyone during the NBA restart," Weltman said. "He can both make shots and provide great effort … Continue reading "Orlando Magic re-sign Gary Clark"
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Lakers sign Montrezl Harrell
The Los Angeles Lakers have signed center Montrezl Harrell. Per multiple reports, the contract is a mid-level exception deal for two years, $19 million. The Lakers recently lost center Dwight Howard in free agency to the Philadelphia 76ers. Harrell, the 2019-20 NBA Sixth Man Award winner, played in 63 games (two starts) for the LA … Continue reading "Lakers sign Montrezl Harrell"
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Trail Blazers re-sign Carmelo Anthony
The Portland Trail Blazers have re-signed forward Carmelo Anthony, it was announced today by president of basketball operations Neil Olshey. Anthony, 36, averaged 15.4 points (43.0 FG, 38.5% 3-PT, 84.5% FT), 6.3 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 32.8 minutes in 58 games (all starts) with the Trail Blazers during the 2019-20 season. After signing with Portland … Continue reading "Trail Blazers re-sign Carmelo Anthony"
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Jazz trade Ed Davis to Knicks
The Utah Jazz have acquired cash considerations in a trade with the New York Knicks, in exchange for forward/center Ed Davis and two future second round picks. Per multiple reports, the Knicks will soon trade Davis to the Timberwolves. Davis (6-9, 218, North Carolina) appeared in 28 games (one start) with the Jazz in 2019-20, … Continue reading "Jazz trade Ed Davis to Knicks"
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Lakers re-sign Kentavious Caldwell-Pope
The Los Angeles Lakers have re-signed shooting guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope. Per the Los Angeles Times, the contract is for $40 million over three years. Playing in 69 games (26 starts) for the Lakers last season, Caldwell-Pope averaged 9.3 points (.467 FG%), 2.1 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 25.5 minutes per game. Caldwell-Pope led the team … Continue reading "Lakers re-sign Kentavious Caldwell-Pope"
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Trail Blazers sign Harry Giles
The Portland Trail Blazers signed free agent forward/center Harry Giles today. It is reportedly a one-year deal. The 6-foot-11, 240 pound 22-year-old played for the Sacramento Kings in the 2019-20 season, and averaged 6.9 points (55.4% FG, 77.6% FT), 4.1 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 14.5 minutes in 46 games (17 starts). He scored in double … Continue reading "Trail Blazers sign Harry Giles"
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Trail Blazers sign second round draft pick CJ Elleby
The Portland Trail Blazers have signed rookie guard/forward CJ Elleby. The Trail Blazers selected Elleby (6-6, 200) with the 46th overall pick of the 2020 NBA Draft. Elleby, 20, joins the Trail Blazers after spending two years at Washington State, where he averaged 16.6 points (41.3% FG, 36.7% 3-PT, 74.9% FT), 7.5 rebounds, 2.4 assists, … Continue reading "Trail Blazers sign second round draft pick CJ Elleby"
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Wizards sign Raul Neto, and retain Garrison Mathews
The Washington Wizards have signed free agent guard Raul Neto and have retained guard Garrison Mathews as a two-way player. Neto (6-0, 180 lbs.) has compiled career averages of 4.9 points, 1.9 assists and 1.3 rebounds on .446 shooting from the field in 253 games (75 starts) in his five-year career with Utah and Philadelphia. … Continue reading "Wizards sign Raul Neto, and retain Garrison Mathews"
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Wizards sign Robin Lopez
The Washington Wizards have signed free agent center Robin Lopez. "Improving our interior defense is a priority for us and Robin's experience, presence and IQ will absolutely help us as we work toward achieving that goal," said Wizards General Manager Tommy Sheppard. "He has been consistent throughout his career on both ends of the floor … Continue reading "Wizards sign Robin Lopez"
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Wizards re-sign forward Davis Bertans to big contract
The Washington Wizards have re-signed free agent forward Davis Bertans. Per the Washington Post, it’s “a five-year deal worth $80 million” "We have been adamant that our top offseason priority was to re-sign Davis, so we are thrilled to accomplish that goal and have him on board as part of the winning environment we're continuing … Continue reading "Wizards re-sign forward Davis Bertans to big contract"
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Grizzlies re-sign Jontay Porter
The Memphis Grizzlies have re-signed forward/center Jontay Porter to a multi-year contract. Per the Memphis Commercial Appeal, Porter “signed a three-year deal for $6 million.” Originally signed with the Grizzlies on March 7, 2020 , Porter (6-10, 236) did not appear in a game last season while rehabbing a right ACL injury that sidelined him … Continue reading "Grizzlies re-sign Jontay Porter"
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Grizzlies re-sign De’Anthony Melton
The Memphis Grizzlies today announced that the team has re-signed guard De'Anthony Melton to a multi-year contract. Per the Memphis Commercial Appeal, “a league source confirmed to The Commercial Appeal that Melton’s deal is worth $35 million over four years.” Melton (6-2 ¼, 200) competed in 60 games (eight starts) last season, his second in … Continue reading "Grizzlies re-sign De’Anthony Melton"
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Trail Blazers sign Derrick Jones Jr., who played for Heat last season
The Portland Trail Blazers have signed free agent forward Derrick Jones Jr. "Derrick's elite athleticism, defensive versatility and ability to rebound on both ends of the floor enable him to make an immediate impact in multiple areas of need," said Olshey. Per multiple reports, Jones’ contract is for two years, $19 million. According to the … Continue reading "Trail Blazers sign Derrick Jones Jr., who played for Heat last season"
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Jazz trade Tony Bradley and Saben Lee’s draft rights to Pistons
The Utah Jazz have traded center Tony Bradley and the draft rights to Saben Lee to the Detroit Pistons. In return, the Jazz receive cash considerations. Bradley will reportedly make around $3.5 million in salary for the 2020-21 NBA season. Lee was the 38th overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft. Bradley (6-10, 248, North … Continue reading "Jazz trade Tony Bradley and Saben Lee’s draft rights to Pistons"
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Trail Blazers re-sign Rodney Hood
The Portland Trail Blazers have re-signed guard/forward Rodney Hood. Per multiple reports, it’s a two-year, partially-guaranteed deal for $21 million. "Rodney played a critical role in our run to the Western Conference Finals in 2018-19 and was off to a great start last year prior to his season being cut short due to injury," said … Continue reading "Trail Blazers re-sign Rodney Hood"
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Heat re-sign Meyers Leonard
Meyers Leonard is back on the Miami Heat. The team officially re-signed the center today. "It's good to have him back," said HEAT President Pat Riley. "He is a prototypical center, a very good one. Meyers is strong on the interior of our defense and sets screens as well as anyone in the league to … Continue reading "Heat re-sign Meyers Leonard"
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Knicks sign Alec Burks
The New York Knicks have signed guard Alec Burks. Per the New York Post, the contract is “a one-year, $6 million deal, according to a source.” Burks (6-6, 214-pounds), who is entering his 10th NBA season, averaged a career high 15.0 points to go along with 4.3 rebounds and 2.9 assists over 66 games (19 … Continue reading "Knicks sign Alec Burks"
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Grizzlies re-sign John Konchar
The Memphis Grizzlies have re-signed John Konchar, inking the guard to a multi-year contract. The deal is reportedly for four years, $9 million. Konchar, listed at 6-foot-4 ¾, 210 lbs, went undrafted in 2019, and then originally signed a two-way contract with the team on July 7, 2019. He played in 19 Grizzlies games last … Continue reading "Grizzlies re-sign John Konchar"
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Heat re-sign Goran Dragic
The Miami Heat have re-signed veteran guard Goran Dragić. "It was essential for us to bring Goran back," said HEAT President Pat Riley. "He is part of our team, part of our culture and part of our family. He provides backcourt veteran leadership and can still play at a very high level. I'm glad to … Continue reading "Heat re-sign Goran Dragic"
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Thunder trade Kelly Oubre Jr. to Warriors
The Golden State Warriors have acquired guard Kelly Oubre Jr. from the Oklahoma City Thunder in a trade for a conditional 2021 first round draft pick and a 2021 second round pick (via Denver), the team announced today. Oubre Jr., 24, appeared in 56 games (55 starts) with the Phoenix Suns last season, averaging a career-high 18.7 … Continue reading "Thunder trade Kelly Oubre Jr. to Warriors"
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Lakers sign Wesley Matthews
The Los Angeles Lakers have signed guard Wesley Matthews, it was announced today by Vice President of Basketball Operations and General Manager Rob Pelinka. Per the Los Angeles Times, the deal is for “the bi-annual exception, a one-year deal for $3.6 million.” Matthews played and started in 67 games for Milwaukee last season, averaging 7.4 … Continue reading "Lakers sign Wesley Matthews"
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Pacers re-sign Justin Holiday
The Indiana Pacers have re-signed Justin Holiday to a contract. According to the Indianapolis Star, the deal is “three years for $18.8 million — fully guaranteed.” Holiday, a 6-6, 181 pound guard/forward, was the only Pacers player to appear in all 73 regular season games during the 2019-20 season and averaged 8.3 points, 3.3 rebounds, … Continue reading "Pacers re-sign Justin Holiday"
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Blazers trade Trevor Ariza to Rockets for Robert Covington
The Portland Trail Blazers have acquired forward Robert Covington from the Houston Rockets in exchange for Trevor Ariza, the draft rights to Isaiah Stewart and a conditional future first round pick, it was announced today by president of basketball operations Neil Olshey. "Robert is an elite defender and consummate professional that will make an immediate … Continue reading "Blazers trade Trevor Ariza to Rockets for Robert Covington"
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Hawks free agent Jeff Teague will reportedly join Celtics
The Celtics have reportedly landed some proven veteran depth at the point guard spot, behind starter Kemba Walker. Via Boston.com: Just moments after it was reported that Brad Wanamaker agreed to a deal with the Warriors, the Celtics came to terms on a one-year contract with veteran point guard Jeff Teague, The Boston Globe's Adam … Continue reading "Hawks free agent Jeff Teague will reportedly join Celtics"
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Raptors free agent Serge Ibaka will reportedly join Clippers
Raptors free agent Serge Ibaka will reportedly be leaving Toronto and heading to Los Angeles. Per multiple reports, the 31-year-old power forward has agreed to sign with the L.A. Clippers, and will ink a two-year, $19 million deal, with the second year a player option. Ibaka averaged 15.4 points, 8.2 rebounds and 1.4 assists per … Continue reading "Raptors free agent Serge Ibaka will reportedly join Clippers"
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Carmelo Anthony will reportedly re-sign with Trail Blazers
Carmelo Anthony’s NBA career will continue, and he’ll remain where he’s comfortable. In Portland. Via the New York Post: Carmelo Anthony won't be making a return to the Knicks. The veteran wing, who spent seven seasons in New York, is finalizing a one-year deal to re-sign with the Portland Trail Blazers, according to The Athletic. … Continue reading "Carmelo Anthony will reportedly re-sign with Trail Blazers"
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Jerami Grant leaving Nuggets as free agent to join Pistons
Forward Jerami Grant will reportedly be leaving the Nuggets as a free agent to join the Pistons. Via the Detroit News: At 6-foot-8, Grant has the versatility to play either forward spot and looks to be the starting small forward alongside Blake Griffin. He's expanded his 3-point production to about 39% in each of his … Continue reading "Jerami Grant leaving Nuggets as free agent to join Pistons"
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Knicks and Nerlens Noel agree to a contract
The Knicks haven’t added stars this free agency, but they’ve been filling out their supporting cast. Via the New York Post: Nerlens Noel agreed to a one-year, $5 million deal to join the Knicks, ESPN reported, providing depth at center behind Mitchell Robinson. The 6-foot-10 Noel, the No. 6 overall pick by the 76ers in … Continue reading "Knicks and Nerlens Noel agree to a contract"
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Rajon Rondo leaving Lakers to sign with Hawks
The Hawks have been as busy as any team in the NBA during the first two days of free agency. The latest is that veteran guard Rajon Rondo will be leaving the 2020 league champion Lakers to head to Atlanta. Via the Atlanta Journal Constitution: The Hawks are signing Rajon Rondo to a two-year, $15 … Continue reading "Rajon Rondo leaving Lakers to sign with Hawks"
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Nets and Jeff Green reportedly agree to a contract
The Nets roster for the 2020-21 NBA season is packed with talent, and veteran forward Jeff Green will reportedly be joining the mix. Via the New York Daily News: The Nets continue to build a roster in Kevin Durant's vision, agreeing to terms with veteran forward Jeff Green. Durant and Green have a relationship dating … Continue reading "Nets and Jeff Green reportedly agree to a contract"
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Hornets and Gordon Hayward reportedly agree to contract
The Celtics are losing one of their key contributors to the Hornets in free agency. Here’s Boston.com: The Celtics lost Gordon Hayward to the Hornets on Saturday, as the small forward reportedly agreed to a four-year, $120 million deal with Charlotte. Even though Hayward spent much of his three seasons in Boston missing time due … Continue reading "Hornets and Gordon Hayward reportedly agree to contract"
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Thunder will reportedly trade Steven Adams to Pelicans
In the middle of two days of frenzied free agent signing agreements, a multi-team trade is materializing that will send Thunder center Steven Adams to the New Orleans Pelicans. Via the Oklahoman: The reality of a rebuild had hit by Monday, but Steven Adams' name remained at the top of the Thunder roster entering the … Continue reading "Thunder will reportedly trade Steven Adams to Pelicans"
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Lakers and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope agree to a deal
The Lakers and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope are sticking together, and this time on a longer deal than they’ve agreed to in the past. Via the LA Times: The Lakers agreed to re-sign guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope to a three-year contract, keeping one of their most valuable players from this year's championship run in purple and gold. The … Continue reading "Lakers and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope agree to a deal"
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Knicks and Elfrid Payton agree to contract
The Knicks and Elfrid Payton said their goodbyes, then quickly said “just kidding.” Here’s the New York Post: After waving him on Thursday, the Knicks are set to re-sign Payton on a one-year, $5 million deal to fill the team's hole at point guard, The Post's Marc Berman confirmed. Payton becomes the Knicks' second signing … Continue reading "Knicks and Elfrid Payton agree to contract"
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Cavaliers sign Isaac Okoro to rookie contract
The Cleveland Cavaliers have signed their 2020 NBA Draft pick, guard/forward Isaac Okoro (oh-CORE-oh), General Manager Koby Altman announced today from Cleveland Clinic Courts. Okoro (6-6, 225) was selected by the Cavaliers with the fifth overall pick in Wednesday's draft. In his lone collegiate season at Auburn in 2019-20, Okoro played in 28 games (all … Continue reading "Cavaliers sign Isaac Okoro to rookie contract"
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Sixers sign Dwight Howard
Philadelphia 76ers President of Basketball Operations Daryl Morey announced today that the team has signed Dwight Howard. The free agent signing period doesn’t begin until tomorrow, but the Sixers were able to officially sign Howard today reportedly because the deal is for the veteran’s minimum. Howard comes to Philadelphia after winning the NBA championship last … Continue reading "Sixers sign Dwight Howard"
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Magic sign NBA rookie Cole Anthony
The Orlando Magic have signed rookie guard Cole Anthony, President of Basketball Operations Jeff Weltman announced today. Anthony was selected in the first round (15th overall) of the 2020 NBA Draft. Anthony (6'3", 190, 5/15/00) played in 22 games (20 starts) last season as a freshman at The University of North Carolina, averaging 18.5 ppg., … Continue reading "Magic sign NBA rookie Cole Anthony"
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Heat and Avery Bradley reportedly agree to a contract
Former Lakers guard Avery Bradley, who declined to rejoin the team for the Disney NBA bubble due to family coronavirus safety reasons, will be joining the team they beat in the 2020 NBA Finals. Via the Miami Herald: The Miami Heat will sign veteran guard Avery Bradley to a free-agent deal, a league source said … Continue reading "Heat and Avery Bradley reportedly agree to a contract"
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Hawks and Kris Dunn agree to a contract
Free agency began yesterday and the Hawks have been as active as any team in the NBA, making moves both yesterday and today. Here’s the Atlanta Journal Constitution with the latest: On Friday night, they added Danilo Gallinari, an experienced veteran whose 3-point shooting will shore up the offense (they were the worst 3-point shooting … Continue reading "Hawks and Kris Dunn agree to a contract"
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Hawks and Danilo Gallinari agree to a contract
Trae Young is getting some scoring help. A forward who gets buckets will be leaving Oklahoma City and heading to Atlanta. Here’s the Atlanta Journal-Constitution on the news: The Hawks are finalizing a deal with unrestricted free agent Danilo Gallinari, the AJC has confirmed. Gallinari, 32, averaged 18.7 points and 5.2 rebounds with the Thunder … Continue reading "Hawks and Danilo Gallinari agree to a contract"
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Raptors and Fred VanVleet agree to a contract
The Raptors have a number of key free agents; namely Fred VanVleet, Serge Ibaka and Marc Gasol. And in that exact order, that’s the priority for the team in retaining them. Per multiple reports, VanVleet will be sticking around. Via the Toronto Star: Fred VanVleet, the undrafted guard who made himself into an integral part … Continue reading "Raptors and Fred VanVleet agree to a contract"
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Magic and Michael Carter-Williams reportedly agree to a contract
The Magic and Michael Carter-Williams will reportedly extend their time together. Via the Orlando Sentinel: The Magic reportedly have reached an agreement with free agent guard Michael Carter-Williams, who spent last season as a key rotational piece in Orlando… Carter-Williams averaged 7.2 points, 3.3 rebounds and 2.4 assists in 18.5 minutes per game last season … Continue reading "Magic and Michael Carter-Williams reportedly agree to a contract"
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DJ Augustin reportedly agrees to sign with Bucks
Veteran guard DJ Augustin will be joining a contender. Per multiple reports, the 33-year-old will be signing a 3-year, $21 million deal with the Milwaukee Bucks. Drafted by Charlotte with the 9th pick in the 2008 NBA draft, Augustin’s NBA career average is 9.9 points, 1.9 rebounds and 4.0 assists per game. Last season, playing … Continue reading "DJ Augustin reportedly agrees to sign with Bucks"
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Heat and Moe Harkless reportedly agree to a contract
Forward Maurice Harkless spent time on the Clippers then Knicks last season, for a combined season average of 5.8 points and 3.9 rebounds in 23.0 minutes per game. He’ll reportedly be leaving New York as a free agent and heading to Miami to join a Heat squad that just clawed their way straight to the … Continue reading "Heat and Moe Harkless reportedly agree to a contract"
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Jazz reportedly agree to contracts with Jordan Clarkson and Derrick Favors
With free agency tipping off today around the league, the Utah Jazz quickly made some moves. Here’s the Deseret News: Jordan Clarkson is here to stay, and Derrick Favors is coming back. League sources confirmed that the Utah Jazz had agreed to terms to retain Clarkson, an unrestricted free agent, and bring Favors back to … Continue reading "Jazz reportedly agree to contracts with Jordan Clarkson and Derrick Favors"
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Magic and James Ennis reportedly agree to contract
The Magic will reportedly be retaining the services of swingman James Ennis, who last season averaged 5.8 points per game for the Sixers and then 8.5 PPG for the Magic. It’s a one-year contract. Via the Orlando Sentinel: Earlier in the week, the veteran forward declined to exercise his $2.13 million player option for 2020-21. … Continue reading "Magic and James Ennis reportedly agree to contract"
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Rockets and Christian Wood reportedly agree to a contract
Forward-center Christian Wood will reportedly leave the Pistons and head to the Rockets. While the Pistons are rebuilding, the Rockets have been a solid playoff team under James Harden’s leadership, but could be headed for a breakup. It’s an interesting situation to join. Here’s the Detroit News: Wood agreed Friday night to a three-year deal … Continue reading "Rockets and Christian Wood reportedly agree to a contract"
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Nets and Joe Harris reportedly agree to deal
The Nets have a heck of a roster heading into 2020-21. On paper, they should be one of the best teams in the Eastern conference. Today, as free agency began, they reportedly retained the services of a player with a very important jumpshot. Here’s the New York Post: Nets general manager Sean Marks had called … Continue reading "Nets and Joe Harris reportedly agree to deal"
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Bulls reportedly agree to deal with Garrett Temple
The Bulls are rebuilding, have some nice young talent, but have a long way to go. For immediate short-term help, they are reportedly adding a solid veteran role player to their mix. Via the Chicago Tribune: The Chicago Bulls and veteran guard Garrett Temple have agreed to a one-year contract, his agency Priority Sports announced … Continue reading "Bulls reportedly agree to deal with Garrett Temple"
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Sixers waive Norvel Pelle and Marial Shayok
Philadelphia 76ers President of Basketball Operations Daryl Morey announced today that the team has waived Norvel Pelle and Marial Shayok. Pelle signed a standard NBA contract with the team on Feb. 7, 2020 after previously signing a two-way contract in July 2019. In 24 NBA games, Pelle posted 2.4 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.3 blocks … Continue reading "Sixers waive Norvel Pelle and Marial Shayok"
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Wizards to reportedly keep Davis Bertans
It’s a big day for the Wizards. The good news is they reportedly will retain the services of shooter Davis Bertans. It’s a pretty full contract, but that’s for another time. Because the bad news is, star point guard John Wall may want to hit the road. Here’s the
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Lakers to reportedly sign Montrezl Harrell
An excellent NBA big-man is changing teams but not cities. The OC Register: In a stunner, Montrezl Harrell - one of the most productive players and biggest personalities from the last few Clippers teams - is headed across the Staples Center hallway. The Lakers have agreed to a two-year, $19 million deal with Harrell, the … Continue reading "Lakers to reportedly sign Montrezl Harrell"
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Knicks will reportedly add Alec Burks
Free agency tipped off today. Here’s the New York Post with a report that the Knicks are about to add a solid rotation player: The Knicks' free-agent foray got off to a slow start, but they made one signing Friday, grabbing swingman Alec Burks on a one-year, $6 million deal, according to a source. Burks … Continue reading "Knicks will reportedly add Alec Burks"
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Three-team NBA trade sends Enes Kanter to Trail Blazers, Mario Hezonja to Grizzlies
The Memphis Grizzlies today announced that the team acquired the 2020 draft rights to Texas Christian University guard Desmond Bane (No. 30 overall, first round) from the Boston Celtics and forward Mario Hezonja (HEH-zone-yuh) from the Portland Trail Blazers in a three-team trade. As part of the deal, Memphis traded two future second round draft … Continue reading "Three-team NBA trade sends Enes Kanter to Trail Blazers, Mario Hezonja to Grizzlies"
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