The Nets have seen steady improvement from center Day’Ron Sharpe since he was drafted in 2021. He’s set to be a restricted free agent this summer, and Brooklyn has a decision to make on him after re-signing starting center Nic Claxton to a four-year, $97MM contract last year. In an interview with Swish Theory’s Charlie Cummings (hat tip to Net Income of NetsDaily), Sharpe … [Read more...] about Nets Notes: Sharpe, Cap Space, Giannis, Scott, Pierre
Trade Rumors: Celtics, Durant, Knicks, Pelicans, Spurs, Magic
The Celtics won’t be actively looking to move Jaylen Brown or Derrick White this offseason, but they also don’t necessarily view either player as untouchable, ESPN’s Shams Charania said on Wednesday during an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show (YouTube link). “The primary focus, from my understanding, with the Celtics’ offseason has been Jrue Holiday, Kristaps Porzingis, (and) … [Read more...] about Trade Rumors: Celtics, Durant, Knicks, Pelicans, Spurs, Magic
International Notes: Cousins, Culver, Dozier, Milutinov
Former NBA star DeMarcus Cousins, now playing in Puerto Rico, was suspended for the remainder of the season and had his contract terminated after being involved in a brawl with fans, according to The Associated Press. During a game on Monday, Cousins made an obscene gesture toward a fan at courtside, then grabbed the fan’s arm after they exchanged words. He was eventually … [Read more...] about International Notes: Cousins, Culver, Dozier, Milutinov
Taylor Jenkins, Mike Brown Reportedly Among Knicks’ Coaching Candidates
The Knicks have reportedly been denied permission to speak to five head coaches currently employed by NBA teams, but their search for Tom Thibodeau‘s replacement isn’t entirely focused on candidates who already have head coaching jobs. Former Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins and former Kings coach Mike Brown are also said to be on New York’s radar. Sam Amick of The Athletic cited … [Read more...] about Taylor Jenkins, Mike Brown Reportedly Among Knicks’ Coaching Candidates
Celtics Eyeing Point Guard Prospects, Evaluating Trade-Up Scenarios
The Celtics are doing their due diligence on point guard prospects ahead of the 2025 NBA draft, as well as evaluating potential trade-up scenarios, league sources tell Grant Afseth of RG.org. Boston currently controls the No. 28 pick in the first round and the No. 32 pick in the second round, giving the team some ammunition to potentially move up a few spots if there’s a … [Read more...] about Celtics Eyeing Point Guard Prospects, Evaluating Trade-Up Scenarios