Sources: Celtics, HEAT, Trail Blazers Interested in LaMarcus Aldridge if Bought Out

The [San Antonio] Spurs are continuing to explore trades for [LaMarcus] Aldridge, sources said. Should Aldridge receive a buyout, Miami [HEAT], Portland [Trail Blazers] and Boston [Celtics] are expected to be leading suitors. Aldridge, a seven-time All-Star, is on an expiring $24 million contract. Source: Shams Charania of The Athletic

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: LaMarcus Aldridge’s Bleak Trade Market

The LaMarcus Aldridge era is coming to an end in San Antonio. Matt John dives into what could be a not-so-great market for the veteran big.

Alan Draper  •  15 Oct 2021
Sources: LaMarcus Aldridge, Spurs Agree to Part Ways

Pop on LaMarcus Aldridge: “We’ve mutually agreed for him to work on some opportunities elsewhere.” Aldridge will not be back with the Spurs. Pop on LaMarcus Aldridge: “We’ve mutually agreed for him to work on some opportunities elsewhere.” Aldridge will not be back with the Spurs. — Tim MacMahon (@espn_macmahon) March 11, 2021 Source: Tim […]

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
Sources: Multiple Teams Interested in Nikola Vucevic

The Heat, Spurs, Celtics, and Hornets have all expressed significant interest in acquiring All-Star center Nikola Vucevic, league sources say. Vucevic, 30, is averaging 24.6 points and 3.7 assists while hitting 41.2 percent of his 3s and grabbing 11.6 rebounds per game. Front office executives around the league are skeptical that the Magic will end […]

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
Sources: Spurs ‘listening to inquiries’ on LaMarcus Aldridge, DeMar DeRozan, Rudy Gay, Trey Lyles, Patty Mills

The [San Antonio] Spurs are receiving calls on their veteran players who are pending free agents — LaMarcus Aldridge, DeMar DeRozan, Rudy Gay, Trey Lyles and Patty Mills — and are listening to inquiries, sources said. San Antonio is the sixth seed in the Western Conference at 18-13, blending its veterans and talented young core […]

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Where Does John Collins Really Fit?

Since the Atlanta Hawks and John Collins were unable to agree to an extension in the offseason, rumors have swirled about the 23-year old big and his future. Ariel Pacheco breaks down which teams might be the best fit for Collins should he and Atlanta decide to part ways.

Alan Draper  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA PM: Spurs’ Blend Of Youth, Vets Leading to Success

The San Antonio Spurs are back in the playoff hunt thanks to a brilliant mix of youthful contributors and long-time veterans.

Alan Draper  •  15 Oct 2021
ICYMI: Southwest Division

Basketball Insiders continues our ICYMI series with Zach Dupont looking at some storylines out of the Southwest Division that you may have missed.

Alan Draper  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Youth Fueling San Antonio

Gregg Popovich has typically relied heavily on his veteran players. Now, he has a cast of young talent that is fueling a Spurs resurgence. Chad Smith puts the spotlight on the rising stars in San Antonio.

Chad Smith  •  15 Oct 2021