Kevin Durant‘s trade request could push owners to seek new language in the collective bargaining agreement that protects teams with unhappy stars, even if that leads to a lockout, writes Brian Lewis of The New York Post. The NBA is coming off a record-breaking season with $10 billion in revenue for the first time in its history, and neither side wants to see that interrupted. … [Read more...] about Latest On Kevin Durant
Latest On Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving
With no indication that the Nets have made any recent progress on a trade involving Kevin Durant, Ian Begley of SNY.tv says multiple people familiar with those discussions were pessimistic late last month about the odds of a deal getting done anytime soon. As Begley explains, those sources suggested that teams around the NBA aren’t eager to be the third or fourth team in a … [Read more...] about Latest On Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving
NBA Teams With Open Two-Way Contract Slots
A total of 18 NBA teams currently have both of their two-way contract slots filled, as our tracker shows. That doesn’t mean those players will be locked into those slots for the rest of the 2022/23 season, or even until opening night, since two-way deals are low-cost contracts that don’t count against the salary cap, making them easy to replace. But it means those spots are … [Read more...] about NBA Teams With Open Two-Way Contract Slots
Texas Notes: Wood, Mavericks, Martin, T. Jones
Christian Wood told WFAA TV that he’s “counting my blessings” about the trade that sent him from the Rockets to the Mavericks in June. Wood, who spoke during a break at a youth basketball camp, said he’s focused on helping Dallas get even further than last season’s trip to the Western Conference Finals. “It’s a great opportunity for me and for this organization to try and take … [Read more...] about Texas Notes: Wood, Mavericks, Martin, T. Jones
Nets Notes: Lineup, Simmons, Offseason, Trades
The Nets are expected to test lineups with Ben Simmons at center next season, as relayed by NetsDaily. Head coach Steve Nash discussed Simmons’ unique ability to play and defend multiple positions when the 2021/22 campaign ended. “I think he plays both [point guard and center],” Nash said. “He’s just such a well-rounded, versatile athlete and skilled player that I think it … [Read more...] about Nets Notes: Lineup, Simmons, Offseason, Trades
Rangers’ Backup Goaltending Position Solidified with Halak
General manager Chris Drury did the inevitable by trading long-time New York Rangers’ backup, Alexandar Georgiev to the Colorado Avalanche. To many, that move was easily predictable, but the part… … [Read more...] about Rangers’ Backup Goaltending Position Solidified with Halak
Latest On Donovan Mitchell
While the Knicks continue to be viewed as the frontrunners to trade for Jazz star Donovan Mitchell, sources tell Shams Charania of The Athletic that talks between the two teams have moved slowly so far. New York and Utah remain far from an agreement, Charania adds. As Charania explains, with three guaranteed years remaining on Mitchell’s contract and approximately two months … [Read more...] about Latest On Donovan Mitchell
Yankees’ Anthony Rizzo sits for third straight game with tight back: ‘It sucks’
Rizzo said his back had improved, but he wasn’t available as a pinch-hitter in the 12-9 loss to the Cardinals. … [Read more...] about Yankees’ Anthony Rizzo sits for third straight game with tight back: ‘It sucks’
3 reasons why Knicks’ RJ Barrett will be an All-Star in 2022-23
RJ Barrett has quickly turned into must-watch basketball, becoming the number one option for the New York Knicks in just three seasons. The pressure for Barrett to perform in 2022-23 will be even higher, but there’s reason to believe that he’ll be able to overcome those challenges. Heading into his fourth season, it’s time for […] 3 reasons why Knicks’ RJ Barrett will be an … [Read more...] about 3 reasons why Knicks’ RJ Barrett will be an All-Star in 2022-23