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It’s the two-week mark of the Tristan Thompson holdout, which means it’s time to give an update on the proceedings. There’s no communication ongoing between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Thompson’s agents, Rich Paul and Mark Termini, Northeast Ohio Media Group has learned. In fact, there doesn’t seem to be a sense of urgency from either side […]
J.R. Smith says he “absolutely” plans to be back with #Cavs next year. He has a player option. Source: Chris Haynes of The Plain Dealer on Twitter
For several weeks, the Pacers have wanted to get (Frank) Kaminsky in for a workout — and the feeling appears to be mutual. According to a source with knowledge, Kaminsky has a short list of three teams which he believes would be a good fit, and the Pacers are one of them. Source: Candace Buckner […]
Arron Afflalo turns the Portland Trail Blazers into a much scarier team. Alex Kennedy explains why in his latest CineSport video.
If he’s not coming to the NBA for two more years, why would he be in Phoenix a week before the draft to see the Suns? Bogdan Bogdanovic was drafted by the Phoenix Suns with the 27th pick a year ago. He wanted to come to the NBA that year, but wasn’t ready yet and […]
Questioner: “Why should an NBA team draft you?” (Arizona Wildcat) Stanley Johnson: “Because I’m the best player in the draft.” via Keith Langlois of NBA.com/Pistons on Twitter
Reggie Bullock probably has nailed down the 15th spot on the Detroit Pistons’ roster, even if Stan Van Gundy won’t quite go that far, after a trade that brought him here characterized him in terms that no player wants to here — words like “throw-in” and “salary dump.” “Disrespectful, that’s what I see it as, […]
Just before the start of the 2014 NBA playoffs, beloved TNT sideline reporter Craig Sager was diagnosed with leukemia. After 11 months of treatment, he returned to work in March, before the cancer returned and he was forced to step away again. Turner has officially unveiled their plans for October 27’s opening-night telecast, and it […]
(Rodney) Stuckey’s recent play has fans wondering and worrying if the Pacers will be able to keep him beyond this season. He says not to worry. “I want to be here,” he said. “When that time comes, we’ll definitely figure something out.” “I love it here, man,” he said. “I’m staying in the city, close […]
League source says if the Clippers buy their way into the draft it will probably be to target a big man or a wing. Source: Ben Bolch of the Los Angeles Times on Twitter