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“When we (George Karl and DeMarcus Cousins) met in Vegas, we came to a head and we talked our differences out like men,” Cousins said. “I see a different player,” said Karl, who gave Cousins an “A-plus” for his offseason work. “I see a different substance of character in this guy right now.” Source: Jason […]
But San Antonio forward David West put well-intentioned sentiment into practice in July, when he opted out of a contract set to pay $12 million for 2015-16 with the Indiana Pacers to sign with the Spurs for the veteran’s minimum of approximately $1.5 million. “I’ve always been very strategic in that manner. This was a […]
Warriors small forward Harrison Barnes used Monday’s media day as an opportunity to make his first public comments about his contract extension negotiations with the team. “Things are going well,” Barnes said of the negotiations. “I’m obviously confident that everything is going to work out.” Barnes said the goal is to ink an extension before […]
Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Kyrie Irving is planning to alter his game in an attempt to reduce the injuries that so far have been a defining part of his career. Recovering from a broken kneecap suffered during the NBA Finals, Irving said Monday that he spent part of the offseason reviewing film and looking for […]
“It’s going to take some time to kind of figure out what our expectations are,” says (Carmelo) Anthony. “It’s good not to have any expectations at this time. It gives us a chance to kind of have a fresh start, and get our identity and where we want to end up. It starts tomorrow. I […]
(DeMarcus) Cousins doesn’t enjoy having a dozen or so microphones and voice recorders in his face. While the All-Star center gladly would dodge those, he didn’t sidestep questions about his relationship with coach George Karl. “That’s my man,” Cousins said. Cousins and Karl describe their relationship as “solid” and one that can continue to improve. […]
Now that (Flip) Saunders is on leave from the team while battling cancer, (Kevin) Garnett’s return has never been more important. The Wolves also added Andre Miller and Tayshaun Prince, two veterans who can help Garnett with leadership. But it’s clear who holds the most sway. “We’re going to expect the same from him in […]
Former Lakers player James Worthy has been hired by the team to work with the coaching staff it was announced today by General Manager Mitch Kupchak. In his position, Worthy will work with head coach Byron Scott and his staff, focusing his attention on working with the Lakers big men. Source: NBA.com/Lakers
More than three months after the Cleveland Cavaliers lost their Finals matchup with the Golden State Warriors, several Cavs team leaders say they plan to funnel that disappointment to fuel them for the 2015-16 season. “From me there’s going to be a lot more rage, a lot more emotion,” Cavs guard Kyrie Irving said at […]
Kobe on Metta World Peace, of whom he’s a big fan: “He’s one of the most intelligent defensive players I’ve ever played with or against.” Source: Mike Trudell of Lakers.com on Twitter
