Joe Alexander Rejects Celtics Offer; Joins Italian Team

Joe Alexander (former Bucks lottery pick)- turned down summer deal with Boston Celtics – signed with Sassari, agent confirmed. Source: David Pick of Basketball Insiders on Twitter

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
Luol Deng: NBA Taking Big Steps Forward in Africa

While the team he (Miami HEAT Luol Deng) captained lost the game, which became competitive in the end, similar to the NBA All-Star Game, he viewed the experience as a victory. “The NBA has been taking steps forward [in Africa], and this is a huge step forward,” he said, with Heat assistant coach David Fizdale […]

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
Pincus: Danny Granger Likely Odd Man Out in Detroit

The (Detroit) Pistons have 17 guaranteed contracts and an 18th (Thomas) – so clearly some have to go – starting likely with Granger @BBallInsiders Source: Eric Pincus of Basketball Insiders on Twitter

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
Jordan McRae to Join Sixers Training Camp Without Deal?

Jordan McRae will be joining the Sixers for training camp, league source says. No deal yet. Source: Jake Pavorsky of Liberty Ballers on Twitter

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
Nuggets Haven’t Made Decision to Waive Papanikolaou?

Right now, no one (being waived). Kostas Papanikolaou is not being waived by the (Denver) #Nuggets at this time. Source: Chris Dempsey of the Denver Post on Twitter  

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
Derrick Rose May Not Attend Team USA Minicamp

Chicago Bulls star guard Derrick Rose is still undecided about attending Team USA’s minicamp, according to league sources. Rose has indicated in the past that he would like to play for Team USA in the Olympics, but sources told ESPNChicago.com that he is weighing the potential benefits of taking more time off before the start […]

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
Clippers Waive Forward Jordan Hamilton

The L.A. Clippers announced today the team has waived forward Jordan Hamilton. Hamilton appeared in 14 games with the Clippers last season, making two starts and averaging 2.7 points, 1.1 rebounds and 0.5 assists in 8.7 minutes. Source: NBA.com/Clippers

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
Will Glen Davis Elect to Sign Contract Overseas?

Glen Davis is open to playing overseas if he doesn’t sign a contract in the NBA, a source told Sportando. Big Baby is in talks to re-sign with the Clippers but if they won’t reach a deal, the center may join the Chinese League or one of the European top divisions. Source: E. Carchia of […]

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
Noah on Upcoming Season: ‘I feel hungrier than ever’

(Joakim) Noah on his health: “Last year was very humbling. I feel hungrier than ever and ready to prove I can help this team win big.” Source: K.C. Johnson of the Chicago Tribune on Twitter

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021