But the decision to replace Thibodeau, one source told ESPN, had been trending in that direction for months. The team simply wasn’t maximizing its talent, despite having two All-NBA players in Brunson and Towns. And after meeting with the select group of players and coaches this week, sources said, it was clear to Rose that the organization needed a new voice. … [Read more...] about Decision to replace Tom Thibodeau had been trending for months
Shams: Knicks made an offer for Kevin Durant at trade deadline
“I will say this, there was a mutual interest between Kevin Durant and the Knicks at the trade deadline,” Shams Charania reported Thursday on ESPN. “The Knicks made an offer for Kevin Durant at the NBA trade deadline.”Source: New York Post What’s the buzz on Twitter? Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin 5 potential trade partners for Phoenix Suns to trade Kevin Durant (w/video) … [Read more...] about Shams: Knicks made an offer for Kevin Durant at trade deadline
Nets dangling Cameron Johnson in trades to move up in the draft?
NetsDaily: Hearing Nets may want to move up from #19 to the lottery, offering CamJ and #19 to Raptors or Rockets for either Raps 9th or Rockets 10th plus a bad contract. That would give Nets two picks in top 10 (presupposing neither team would need picks for Giannis trade.)Source: x.com More on this storyline NetsDaily: Hearing Nets may want to move up from #19 … [Read more...] about Nets dangling Cameron Johnson in trades to move up in the draft?
Rick Pitino on interest with Knicks job: ‘Absolutely not’
On Wednesday night, Pitino threw out the ceremonial first pitch at the New York Yankees game. He then made an appearance on the broadcast and was asked about the job. Pitino didn’t leave the door open at all. “Absolutely not,” Pitino said when he was asked about the Knicks job. … [Read more...] about Rick Pitino on interest with Knicks job: ‘Absolutely not’
Devin Booker was involved in Suns coaching search
Shams Charania: Suns franchise cornerstone Devin Booker was involved in the search process during the final stages and stamped Ott as his top choice as well, sources said. Ott has been on NBA coaching staffs with the Hawks, Nets, Lakers and Cavaliers since 2012. … [Read more...] about Devin Booker was involved in Suns coaching search