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Charles Oakley attends Knicks-Cavaliers game in Cleveland
The former power forward attended his first Knicks game since being arrested after getting into an altercation with security guards at Madison Square Garden earlier this month. Oakley has a strained relationship with Knicks owner James Dolan, who banned the former player a few days following the incident.
Well we just made OKC better
We get a below average point who is not as good as our backups, a 3 point threat who can’t cover anyone, and a slow footed center with decent range for our best 3 point shooter and floor spacer and one of the better two way pfs in the NBA and our 2018 second.
Report: Raptors acquire guard/forward Tucker from Suns for Sullinger, picks
The Toronto Raptors have reportedly acquired guard/forward P.J. Tucker from the Phoenix Suns for forward Jared Sullinger and two second-round draft picks. The deal, first reported by Yahoo!, gives Toronto depth a wing position that was depleted when Terrence Ross was sent to Orlando last week in the trade that brought power forward Serge Ibaka to the Raptors.
Charlotte Hornets Hunt for New Life After the All-Star Break, Take on Detroit
The Charlotte Hornets limped into the All-Star break on a four-game losing streak, and they will get another opportunity to change the tide in tonight’s matchup with the Detroit Pistons. The Charlotte Hornets will try to turn their season around when they travel to The Palace of Auburn Hills for a matchup with the Detroit Pistons .
AP Source: Nets acquire swingman McDaniels from Rockets
A person with knowledge of the details says the Brooklyn Nets have acquired swingman K.J. McDaniels from the Houston Rockets.
The 6 dumbest NBA trade deadline deals, ranked
The 6 dumbest NBA trade deadline deals, ranked Did the DeMarcus Cousins deal make the list? Check out this story on USATODAY.com: New York Knicks guard Steve Francis, left, looks on as President of Basketball Operations Isiah Thomas responds to a question during a news conference Wednesday Feb. 22, 2006 at Madison Square Garden in New York. The Knicks announced today that Francis has been acquired from the Orlando Magic in exchange for Anfernee Hardaway and Trevor Ariza.
Thursday Bolts – 2.23.17
… If they can contend for a title. According to a person with knowledge of the meeting who spoke to USA TODAY Sports on the condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the situation, that is the crossroads that Pacers president Larry Bird now …
Wizards rookie Sheldon McClellan is now officially Sheldon Mac
Unless you’re a diehard Washington Wizards fan, you might not have heard much about rookie guard Sheldon McClellan, who is averaging 2.9 points in 9.9 minutes per game in his first NBA season. The same guy will be putting on the No.
Power of science: Warriors thrive with chemistry experiment
In this Nov. 10, 2016, file photo, Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry, center, jokes with teammates Kevin Durant, left, and Klay Thompson during the Warriors’ NBA basketball game against the Nuggets in Denver. With all that was made before the season about adding Kevin Durant to an already star-studded roster, Golden State’s players have jelled just fine.
Maryland basketball falls apart in second half of 89-75 home loss to Minnesota
The Terps ran into a hot Minnesota team that blew them away in the second half of Wednesday’s game. The Maryland basketball team’s historic 20-2 start is a distant memory, as is talk of the overachieving young Terps winning the Big Ten.
Lakers: 3 Potential Landing Spots for Luol Deng
Dec 22, 2016; Miami, FL, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Luol Deng looks on during the second half against the Miami Heat at American Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports While all the attention has been on Lou Williams as of late, Luol Deng could also be on the move.
Lakers have conflicting feelings over front-office changes
EL SEGUNDO >> The conflicting emotions swirled around Luke Walton’s head as he tried to process feeling both a “little sad” and “excited.” The Lakers’ coach expressed sympathy over Lakers president Jeanie Buss firing former general manager Mitch Kupchak and demoting her brother, the former executive Jim Buss. Walton also conceded initially wondering why Jeanie Buss made the moves before Thursday’s trade deadline.
Hawks acquire Ersan Ilyasova from 76ers for Tiago Splitter
The Atlanta Hawks have received scoring help for their playoff push by acquiring forward Ersan Ilyasova from the Philadelphia 76ers. The 76ers announced Wednesday night they got center Tiago Splitter and a protected second-round draft pick from Atlanta.
Wake up people, we need to make a trade
Either tomorrow or this summer Danny has to do something. Do you guys realize we have too much young players + picks.
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The NBA Trade Deadline is 2pm Thursday and the Bulls have been at the center of many rumors, most notably what will happen with Jimmy Butler who’s been in trade rumors since last June’s Draft.
Cavs Sign Forward Derrick Williams To Second 10-day Contract
The NBA champions have been impressed with Williams, a former No. 2 overall pick, and it’s likely they will sign him for the remainder of the season when his current contract expires.
Ryan Anderson, Eric Gordon ready for homecoming in New Orleans
When Eric Gordon won the NBA 3-point shooting contest, he said he had the advantage of familiarity with the Smoothie King Center rims. Ryan Anderson, who like Gordon, will face the Pelicans for the first time in New Orleans since signing with the Rockets, was not sure about any advantage but was happy to be back.
Led by Nikola Jokic, Nuggets in contention for playoff spot
The Denver Nuggets have a tenuous hold on the eighth and final playoff spot in the West with 26 games remaining Led by Nikola Jokic, Nuggets in contention for playoff spot The Denver Nuggets have a tenuous hold on the eighth and final playoff spot in the West with 26 games remaining Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2lx5kew DENVER – Nikola Jokic wouldn’t mind a few more days of rest after his return from the All-Star festivities. With 26 games remaining, the Denver Nuggets have a tenuous hold on the eighth and final playoff spot in the West.
Richard Jefferson wore ‘Flat World Champs’ shirt
Richard Jefferson wore ‘Flat World Champs’ shirt Well done. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James and forward Richard Jefferson and center Tristan Thompson and guard Kyrie Irving and guard Iman Shumpert wait for play to begin against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at the American Airlines Center.
Ilyasova to Hawks
Woj just tweeted that Philly is finalizing a deal to atlanta for two second rounders and Tiago Splitter… thoughts? Splitter is owed 8.25 this year… Ilyasova is a free agent with 8.4 M owed… so salaries cancel out. looks like we just got two second rounders. Not sure what to think yet
Pacers’ rumored interest in centers further emphasizes their lack of identity
It is anyone’s guess what type of team the Indiana Pacers want to be. They don’t attempt 3-pointers at a record pace .
Cavs sign forward Derrick Williams to second 10-day contract
Cavs sign forward Derrick Williams to second 10-day contract The Cavaliers have signed forward Derrick Williams to a second 10-day contract Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2lwhrIW The NBA champions have been impressed with Williams, a former No. 2 overall pick, and it’s likely they will sign him for the remainder of the season when his current contract expires.
Suns again assign slam-dunk runner-up Jones to D-league
The Phoenix Suns have again assigned forward Derrick Jones Jr. to Northern Arizona, its affiliate in the NBA Development League. Jones was the runner-up to Glenn Robinson III in the NBA Slam Dunk competition over the weekend Suns again assign slam-dunk runner-up Jones to D-league The Phoenix Suns have again assigned forward Derrick Jones Jr. to Northern Arizona, its affiliate in the NBA Development League.
Paul George wants to stay, if Pacers can win
… of them all, it came with one qualifier. According to a person with knowledge of the meeting who spoke to USA TODAY Sports on the condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the situation, that is the crossroads that Pacers president Larry …
NBA Trade Rumor: Indiana Pacers looking to move Paul George?
Paul George is being dangled on the trade block right before the trade deadline. Mylo and Amar give their takes on if the Utah Jazz should go after him.
Report: After not landing Lou Williams, Wizards may target Shabazz Muhammad
The Washington Wizards are thinking about a deep playoff run this season – they are the current three seed in the East, they have the best record in the conference since Dec. 1, and they have a starting five that has been powerful all season and is staying healthy. What they could use is some bench help to help make that run, which is why the Wizards were linked to the Lakers’ Lou Williams in trade talks.
NBA trade rumors: LIVE updates of reports, buzz, news around 2017 deadline
Here are the latest rumors, news, completed trades and buzz around each NBA team leading up to the 2017 NBA trade deadline.Buckle up, NBA fans.
Magic Named Lakers’ President of Basketball Operations
Magic Johnson was named the president of basketball operations for the struggling Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday as one of the NBA’s most storied franchises undergoes a major shakeup to the their front office. In addition to promoting Johnson, a Hall of Famer who won five NBA titles with Los Angeles in the 1980s, Lakers Governor Jeanie Buss fired longtime general manager Mitch Kupchak and her brother, Jim, from his role as vice president of basketball operations.
Detroit Pistons’ Andre Drummond not likely to be traded?
There have been rumors about a potential Drummond trade surrounding the Boston Celtics, but that is purely speculative at this point. That rumor was started because Andre Drummond retweeted eye emojis from Isaiah Thomas and then tweeted the same emoji himself.
Can the greatest Laker ever save the worst Lakers ever?
The smiling, charismatic former star has been handed the serious job of fixing Los Angeles’ crown jewel of a sports franchise, and that won’t happen with a no-look pass or baby sky hook. This is not some late-night TV show that can be cancelled.
NBA All-Stars show Spurs’ Kawhi Leonard some love
Warriors HC Steve Kerr : I did some of his games for TV when he was at San Diego State, and I didn’t see this coming, most people didn’t. He wouldn’t’ have been drafted 15th overall if people knew what was coming.
Moments in Grizz-tory: The 1st Video Topic
Grizzlies 101 provides 24/7 obsessive sports coverage of the Memphis Grizzlies as a part of Sports Media 101 . For news, op/ed, game reviews, team updates and even rumors you will find all of it on Grizzlies 101.
Chris Paul has verbal agreement with Clippers to sign $200 million extension this summer
Clippers 101 provides 24/7 obsessive sports coverage of the Los Angeles Clippers as a part of Sports Media 101 . For news, op/ed, game reviews, team updates and even rumors you will find all of it on Clippers 101.
DeMarcus Cousins says farewell: Love for Sacramento will still be the same
DeMarcus Cousins delivered a brief, emotional speech Monday night at what appeared to be a going-away party following his trade from the Sacramento Kings to the New Orleans Pelicans . “My love for this city has never changed,” he said, his voice wavering.
Re: Lost in the Shuffle?
With Patrick Patterson injured, and Bebe, Pascal Siakam and Jared Sullinger all having their issues in recent weeks, it’s opened the door for Jakob Poeltl to establish himself as a rotation player in the NBA. He’s grabbed that opportunity by the horns, delivering two solid starts, despite losing both games, and then working as the lone big man on the floor in a masterful fourth quarter comeback against Charlotte surrounded by guards.
A few young pieces to add who are available, one is a NEW name who suns fans have liked in the past
Derrick Favors is now on the block. What do you think suns fans? He is only 25 and a pretty solid player.
Crazy Trade Idea for PF of Future
OK, I am very happy with Nurkic, and really want us to get a legit PF. THe Lakers have made it clear that everyoe but Ingram is potentially available.
On Brogdon’s big night, Cavaliers continue their slide
CHARLOTTESVILLE In the four years Malcolm Brogdon played at Virginia, the Cavaliers were in their share of low-scoring, defense-oriented, wrestling-match style of games.
#Standpat
Both sensible Celtic fans and the organization alike agree that the team is best suited to build for the future, when superpowers Golden State Warriors and Cleveland Cavaliers burn out and when the young core of Marcus Smart, Terry Rozier, Jaylen Brown, Ante Zizic and the Brooklyn draft selections are ready to take over. This was evident when the Celtics refused to trade for DeMarcus Cousins, who would have costed the them Jaylen Brown and/or Brooklyn Picks.