Tag: NBA basketball

Ben Simmons Cleared for Full Basketball Activities, Eyes NBA Return

Brandon King

Ben Simmons appears to be one step closer to an NBA comeback. According to ESPN Andscape, the former No. 1 overall pick is expected to participate with zero restrictions in a player-led Australian men’s national team minicamp beginning Monday in Melbourne. The camp marks Simmons’ return to competitive basketball after sitting out the entire 2025-26 NBA season while focusing on recovering from lingering back and other injuries. The 30-year-old free agent is reportedly drawing interest from several NBA teams as he prepares for his return. Simmons is said to be…

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Kevin Love Reportedly Wants to Join 76ers, Eyeing One Final Run Alongside LeBron James

Brandon King

Veteran forward Kevin Love reportedly wants to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers, according to Dave McMenamin, a move that would reunite him with longtime teammate and close friend LeBron James. The only obstacle is Philadelphia’s roster. The 76ers must waive or trade a player to create an open roster spot before they can sign Love ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. Love, a five-time All-Star and 2016 NBA champion, remains one of the NBA’s most accomplished veterans. While he’s no longer the centerpiece he was during his prime with the…

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BREAKING: Report Alleges Kawhi Leonard Had Multimillion-Dollar Sponsorship Deal With Clippers Scoreboard Manufacturer

Brandon King

A new report has added another twist to the ongoing scrutiny surrounding Kawhi Leonard’s relationship with the Los Angeles Clippers. According to Pablo Torre, Leonard allegedly had a secret multimillion-dollar sponsorship agreement with the company that manufactured the scoreboard inside the Clippers’ arena. The reported arrangement has quickly gone viral on social media, with fans joking that even the arena’s scoreboard was part of Leonard’s endorsement portfolio. The claim arrives amid continued attention surrounding the NBA’s investigation into whether the Clippers circumvented the league’s salary cap through benefits provided to…

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Charles Barkley Doubles Down on LeBron James ‘Team Stacker’ Comments, Pushes Back on Dan Patrick

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Charles Barkley isn’t backing away from his criticism of LeBron James’ team-building approach. Appearing on The Dan Patrick Show, the Hall of Famer doubled down on his long-held belief that James has “stacked” teams throughout his career, while disputing Patrick’s suggestion that LeBron “built” the Los Angeles Lakers. “He always stacks his teams. He didn’t build a team, he manufactured it. His agents forced them to trade for Anthony Davis, who was ran by his group, Klutch. Klutch specifically said he had to go to the Lakers. Anthony Davis specifically…

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Miami Heat Waiting on Klay Thompson Buyout, Preserving $7 Million Exception: Report

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The Miami Heat are taking a patient approach in their pursuit of veteran guard Klay Thompson. According to a report from the Miami Herald, the Heat are waiting to see whether Thompson can negotiate a buyout with the Dallas Mavericks rather than attempting to acquire him via trade. The strategy would allow Miami to add one of the NBA’s most accomplished shooters without surrendering valuable players or draft assets. The report also states that Miami intends to preserve the roughly $7 million remaining from its mid-level exception. By keeping that…

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Draymond Green returns to Warriors on one-year, $27.7 million deal after LeBron pursuit falls short

Brandon King

The Golden State Warriors are bringing back one of the pillars of their championship dynasty. According to Shams Charania, Draymond Green has agreed to return to the Warriors on a one-year, $27.7 million contract. The deal comes after Green opted out of his previous contract earlier this offseason, a move that reportedly gave Golden State additional financial flexibility while pursuing LeBron James. With the Warriors ultimately unable to land the four-time NBA MVP, Green will now receive the same salary he was originally scheduled to earn. The agreement ensures the…

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Denver Nuggets Match Thunder’s $12 Million Offer Sheet to Retain Spencer Jones

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The Denver Nuggets are keeping one of their promising young forwards in the fold. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the Nuggets have matched the Oklahoma City Thunder’s two-year, $12 million offer sheet for restricted free agent Spencer Jones, ensuring he remains in Denver. Jones, who signed with the Nuggets as an undrafted free agent in 2024, has steadily developed into a valuable rotational piece. Denver’s decision to match the offer underscores the organization’s belief in his long-term potential and its commitment to retaining homegrown talent. The Thunder attempted to pry…

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Mario Hezonja Returns to the NBA, Signs with Cavaliers

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After six seasons away from the NBA, Mario Hezonja is getting another opportunity. The former No. 5 overall pick in the 2015 NBA Draft has agreed to a one-year, $2.8 million deal with the Cleveland Cavaliers, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Michael Tellem of Excel Sports Management confirmed the agreement. Hezonja, 31, has re-established himself as one of Europe’s top players since leaving the NBA following the 2019-20 season. Most recently starring for Real Madrid, the 6-foot-8 forward has been a standout in the EuroLeague, showcasing the versatile scoring ability…

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Warriors Expected to Re-Sign Draymond Green to Nearly $28 Million Deal

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The Golden State Warriors are expected to keep one of the pillars of their championship dynasty in place. According to reports from Joe Vardon and David Aldridge of The Athletic, the Warriors are expected to re-sign veteran forward Draymond Green to a deal worth nearly $28 million after their pursuit of LeBron James came up short.  Green previously declined his player option in an effort to give Golden State additional financial flexibility during its unsuccessful attempt to land James in free agency. With James ultimately signing with the Philadelphia 76ers,…

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Report: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Nearing Grizzlies Buyout, Expected to Reunite with LeBron James in Philadelphia

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The Philadelphia 76ers may be adding another championship-tested veteran to their revamped roster. According to NBA insider Chris Haynes, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and the Memphis Grizzlies are negotiating a contract buyout. Once the agreement is finalized, the veteran wing intends to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers, reuniting with LeBron James.  The move would reunite Caldwell-Pope and James for the first time since helping lead the Los Angeles Lakers to the 2020 NBA championship. Widely regarded as one of the league’s premier 3-and-D role players during his prime, Caldwell-Pope has also won…

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