GIANNIS' STRONG NOTICE TO BUCKS
Giannis Antetokounmpo has sent a message to the Miluwaukee Bucks in an interview with the New York Times. "I wouldn't be the best version of myself if I didn't make sure that all my teammates are rowing in the same direction as me, that they want to fight for the championship, that they are going to sacrifice time with their family like I do. If I don't feel that, I won't renew."
HARDEN DROPS THE BOMB
HeSixers guard has responded forcefullyto the franchise after confirming that the Philadelphians are not transferring it to the Clippers: "Daryl Morey is a liarAnd I don't think I'll be part of a team that he's on."
James Harden: “Daryl Morey is a liar and I will never be a part of an organization that he’s a part of. Let me say that again: Daryl Morey is a liar and I will never be a part of an organization that he’s a part of.”pic.twitter.com/AmHJ0WwbF2
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania)August 14, 2023
MESS WITH HARDEN THE SIXERS
The ties that held James Harden in Philadelphia begin to weaken. The Sixers have made the decision to remove him from the market, after failing to reach an agreement with the Los Angeles Clippers, the team that Harden had marked as his preferred option. Harden had agreed to a one-year extension, valued at $35.6 million, on the condition that Philadelphia officials give him another chance within the NBA. The efforts of Daryl Morey, who has shared a close relationship with Harden since his days in Houston, have failed to realize this alternative. Despite this setback, Morey remains hopeful that, during the preseason, Harden can reconsider his position and choose to join Joel Embiid in the joint search for the coveted ring.
JUANCHO HERNANGÓMEZ LEAVES THE NBA
After a journey of 7 seasons in the NBA,Juancho Hernangómez leaves the best league in the world to sign with Panathinaikos, Euroleague team. The Spaniard had some good first seasons inDenverin a rotating role, but in recent seasonshe had become a 'globe-trotter'of the league, coming to play in teams likeBoston, Utah o Minnesotawith a testimonial role.
The little one of theHernangómez returns to Europe at the hands of the Greek giant,a team that is betting heavily this summer to return to the top of the competition and fight for the title, something they haven't achieved since 2011.
HISTORICAL CONTRACT FOR JAYLEN BROWN
Jaylen Brown y Boston Celticshave signed the largest deal ever seen in NBA history. The escortwill get 304 million dollars for the next 5 seasons, a contract that surpasses Jokic, Booker or Bradley Beal among others. Brown comes from averaging his best records in the NBA with26.6 points, being a luxury squire for Jayson Tatum, teammate and franchise player for the Celtics.
JORDAN POOLE IS ALREADY A WIZARD
LosWizardsofficially presented the former Golden State Warriors,Jordan Poole. This is how the colors of the Washington franchise fit him.
goodnight, D.C. fam 🤘pic.twitter.com/SH6EqXsIB8
— Washington Wizards (@WashWizards)July 8, 2023
DARIO SARIC, A LOS WARRIORS
It's not official yet, but it will be in the next few hours. free agent forwardDario Saricagreed to a one-year contract with theGolden State Warriors, as reported by the renowned journalist Adrian Wojnarowski.Saric, who played with the Oklahoma City Thunder and Phoenix Suns a year ago, was one of the most in-demand free agents left on the market. Finally, he will bring size and shooting from the bench to theWarriors.
WHAT WILL HAPPEN WITH ZACH LAVINE?
Several executives constantly question the future ofZach LaVinein Chicago and they would already be in negotiations with two teams that seek to get rid of their stars:Philadelphia 76ersyPortland Trail Blazers. We will have to be attentive to what happens in the Bulls.
MONTREZL HARREL WILL CONTINUE IN PHILADELPHIA
The Philadelphia 76ers have re-signedMontrezl Harrell for one more year and nearly $3 million.The power forward has had a testimonial role in the league since being crowned sixth man of the year in 2020. Harrell will serve the franchise forgive depthto the inner zone, along with another signing like Mo Bamba, who also signs for the veteran minimum. In 57 games with the Pennsylvania franchise last year he averaged5.7 points and 2.8 rebounds.
HAWKS RENEWED DEJOUNTE MURRAY
Atlanta Hawks have extended toDejounte Murray for 4 more years and 120 million dollars, and will have a player option in the 2027-28 season. The Georgia franchise thus decides to lay its foundations for the future with the duoTrae Young - Murray. Last season he averaged20.5 points and 6.1 assists. He arrived in Atlanta in the summer of 2022 via transfer with the San Antonio Spurs, the team that drafted him with the 29th pick in 2016.
BLAZERS RETAIN THYBULLE
Los Portland Trail Blazers handecided to match the offer that the Dallas Mavericks offered for their player Mathyse Thybulle, an agreement that is around33 million in 3 years.The Mavs are left without what was going to be a luxury reinforcement for the rotation,a defensive specialist with a height and wingspan capable of 'drying' any exterior.The Blazers must now focus all their efforts on seeing which team they will tradeDamian Lillard, star point guard who requested the transfer a few days ago.
MO BAMBA, A PHILADELPHIA
Mo Bamba, insider who ended his contract with the Lakers,He has signed a one-year, $2 million deal with the Philadelphia 76ers.Bamba's profile is risky, since he has never managed to establish himself in the league, but the player's salary will not have a great impact on the salary cap, so there will be no problem if the invention does not go well. The next issue to resolve in the Phildellphia franchise is James Harden.
LUXURY REINFORCEMENTS FOR DONCIC
After the renewal of Irving and the good movements in the offices during the start of free agency, theMavericks remain determined to surround Luka Doncic with good piecesto fight again for everything. Arrives at the Texan franchiseGrant Williamsin exchange for two second rounds in a trade with the Boston Celtics. The pivot is a great complement in the outside shot andwill contribute a lot in defense. After signing him, Dallas has tied him to a contract of4 years and 54 million.Seth Curry, Setphen's brother, also signs for the Mavericks,all life insurance from long distance.
WHICH TEAMS HAVE FILED THE BEST?
In the absence of transfers, in the free agency of the NBA it is alreadyeverything practically sold.There are franchises likePhoenix Suns o Los Angeles Lakersthat they have taken advantage of the window to raise the level of their squads, while other franchises have chosen to rush and overpay for some players.Rockets, with Dillon Brooks and Fred Van Vleet, are one example.
Check here which teams have improved the most after free agency.
LSO BUCKS REINFORCES YOUR CLOSET FUND
The Milwaukee Bucks are already looking for redemption for next season, after being eliminated in the first round of the last playoffs against the Miami Heat. The last two incorporations are the de Malik Beasley, with a 1-year contract and 2.7 million dollars, and Robin Lopez, who signs for the minimum of veteran. The Lopez brothers will play together again next year in the Wisconsin franchise, which has the NBA championship between its eyebrows.
PLUMLEE STAYS AT CLIPPERS
Mason Plumleehas signed an extension of1 season and 5 millionof dollars withLos Angeles Clippers. The pivot also played last season with the Charlotte Hornets but was transferred in the transfer window, joining the Los Angeles franchise.Last year, he averaged 10.8 points and 8.9 rebounds., some numbers that are worth occupying an important role from the bench in a playoff team.
MAXIMUM ROOKIE CONTRACT FOR 'ANT'
Anthony EdwardsHe is already one of the big winners of this free agency. The forward has signed a top rookie with the Minnesota Timberwolvesfor 5 seasons that could reach 260 million dollars. The one who was pick 1 of the 2021 Draft is already one of the big names in the NBA in his position, and in the past playoffs he averaged31.6 points per gameeither. 'Ant' is the franchise player for those from Minnesota and in the offices they are already looking to surround him with more foreign talent.
JORDAN CLARKSON EXTENDS WITH JAZZ
Jordan ClarksonHe has signed a contract extension with his team,Utah Jazz, an agreement of55 million dollarsfor the next seasons. The guard was sixth man of the year in the NBA in 2022 and is considered one of the best 'microwaves' in the entire league. Last year he averaged20.8points per match.
KEEP MOVING FREE AGENCY
Eric Gordonsigns a veteran's contract with thePhoenix Suns, great move by the Arizona franchise to shore up the team's rotation. Another of the signings under the radar is that ofCory Joseph to the Golden State Warriors, base that signs for a season in exchange for3.2 millionof dollars.Loonie Walker IV,exterior that was important in the past playoffs with the Lakers, lands inBrooklyn Nets for one season and $6.5 million.
MILES BRIDGES STAYS IN CHARLOTTE
Miles Bridges, Charlotte Hornets forward who did not play last season due to mistreatment accusations, has signed for one more year at a rate of 7.9 million dollars. It was not an easy situation for the franchise, and it is that before the extra-sports problems, Bridges played his best season in the NBA and was considered one of thekey partsfor the future. He still has 10 games of suspension left.
RENEWAL FOR EVERYTHING WITH SABONIS
The Sacramento Kings have ensured the continuity of their franchise player Domantas Sabonis,interior that signs for 5 years and 217 million dollars, making him one of the highest paid in the NBA in his position. The Lithuanian has been a fundamental piece for the Kings to return to the playoffs after a drought of more than a decade, and they wanted to ensure his return for the following seasons.
HIRED FOR DILLON BROOKS
After expiring his contract with the Memphis Grizzlies,Dillon BrooksHe entered free agency as one of the names that left the most doubts about his future. In the end,HoustonIt has been the one who has bid the strongest to get the escort,tying him to an 80 million dollar deal for the next 4 years. A defensive specialist for the young Rockets project, which has promising profiles such as Jalen Green, Jabari Smith, Sengun, Cameron Whitmore or Amen Thompson in its ranks.
CLIPPERS RENEWS WESTBROOK
Los Angeles Clippers point guardrenews with the franchise for 2 years and 8 million dollars. Despite rumors of a possible departure from the team, Westbrook will remain linked to the Los Angeles team for at least two more years. He started last season with the Lakers and was later traded to the Clippers, averaging 15.9 points and 7.5 assists.
¡OBI TOPPIN, A PACERS!
LosThe New York Knicks have traded Obi Toppin to the Indiana Pacersin exchange for compensation in the Draft. Toppin was selected by the New York franchise in pick 8 of 2020 but has not succeeded in the big apple. Now, in the young Pacers project, he will have an option to shine.
D'ANGELO RUSSELL RETURNS TO LAKERS
D'Angelo Russell also renews with the Los Angeles Lakers with a contract of37 million for 2 years.The second year is a player option.
AUSTIN REAVES STAYS IN LOS ANGELES
Austin Reaves, scout for the Los Angeles Lakershas signed a new contract with the Los Angeles franchise at a rate of 4 years and 56 million dollars. It was one of the most coveted pieces on the market and, despite rumors of other teams interested in getting it, Reaves is not moving.
HIRED FOR DESMOND BANE
Memphis Grizzlies and Desmond Bane have reached a renewal agreement of 207 million dollars in 5 years.With this contract, the guard becomes the highest paid in franchise history, a player who this year has averaged21.5 points, 5 rebounds and 4.4 assists per game. Bane has been a key player since he landed on the Tennessee team, a team in which he has shared the backcourt with Ja Morant and in which he has also shone with Jaren Jackson Jr, the reference interior. The Grizzlies continue to cement their future with this revamp, adding experienced veterans likeDerrick Rose.
DAMIAN LILLARD ASKS FOR THE TRANSFER
Damian Lillard, point guard and superstar for the Portland Trail Blazers,He has communicated to the franchise his desire to be transferred.The 32-year-old player is one of the best players in the NBA and has just produced one of his best campaigns on an individual level. In recent weeks his name was in the midst of all kinds of rumors, but the latest information suggested that Lillard would wait to see what movements were made in Free Agency to decide.r. It has not taken too long to take the verdict, and 'Dame' will not continue in the Oregon team next season, franchise that drafted him 6th in 2012.
HACHIMURA STAYS IN THE
LosLakers also closed a new agreement with Rui Hachimura, a very positive element in the Angelenos in the second half of last season.. He signed a three-year, $51 million contract, according to ESPN.
VANVLEET, THE BOMB OF THE NIGHT
FredVanVleet, to date a star point guard for the Raptors and champion in 2019 with the Canadian franchise, signed for the Houston Rockets with a bond of 133 millionfor three seasons
VINCENT SWAPS BUTLER FOR LEBRON
GabeVincent, one of the revelations of this season in the Miami Heat, agreed this Friday to a contract of three years and 33 million dollars with the Los Angeles Lakers.. The base leaves the east coast and the beaches of Miami to go to the heat of California with LeBron James. Point to owner.
IRVING STAYS WITH DONCIC
KyrieIrving reached an agreement this Friday with the Dallas Mavericks for three years and 126 million dollars, so he will continue in the Texan franchise forming a pair with the Slovenian Luka Doncic. Irving, 31, will sign a three-year contract that will also include a player option in the third year.
GREEN RENEWS WITH THE WARRIORS
Draymond Greenagreed this morning to a four-year, $100 million contract to continue with the Golden State Warriorss, on the first day of the free agency of theNBA
THE LAKERS BURST IN FOR BRUCE BROWN
Denver Nuggets scout,Bruce Brown, rejected his player option worth 7.7 million euros and will enter theFree Agencystarting next June 30.It has sounded strong to stay in the Colorado franchise, but also for other destinations such as Dallas. The last to break into the bidding have been the Lakers, who would use theirMLEof 12.4 million dollars to go after him. The player has been a fundamental piece in the achievement of the ring adding from the bench with11.5 points, 4.1 rebounds and 3.4 assists, plus 1.1 steals.
CLARKON STILL IN UTAH
Utah Jazz guardJordan Clarckson, has held on to his $14.3 million player option and will not move from Salt Lake City.This has been confirmed by Sarah Todd, who will become a free agent in the summer of 2024. He was awarded Sixth Man in 2021, has accumulated a total of three and a half seasons in Utah and in the recently closed 2022/23 campaign he has averaged 20.8 points and 4.4 assists.
LOS PACERS, A POR STRUS
Miami Heat forward,Max Strus, has been one of the great surprises of the season in the NBA. His performance on the perimeter ofErik Spoelstrahas triggered its status:in his last year of contract, the player will encourage Free Agency. According to Marc Stein, the Pacers would be the main ones placed to sign him. With space of up to 30 million dollars, the proposal would rise to 48 'kilos' to be distributed over three seasons.
THE PELICANS MOVE THE MARKET
The franchise ofNew Orleanswould be willing to put on the marketJonas Valančiūnas, as he maintainsJake Fischer. With the expiring condition,the sports management and the coaching staff would have detected certain problems on the trackand his great sign as a center could give him a breath of fresh air in terms of the team's salary margin.
GUARANTEED CONTRACT FOR OSMAN
LosCleveland Cavalierscount onCedi Osman. As reportedAdrian Wojnarowski, the franchise offers him the 6.7 million dollars he had agreed to.It will therefore be his seventh season in Ohio after arriving from Anadolu Efes.
LAST HOUR!
As reported by Chris Haynes,the hitherto base of the Dallas Mavericks, Kyrie Irving, would be scheduled to meet with the Phoenix Suns when Free Agency begins on June 30. Everything pointed to the fact that the Melbourne-born would sign as a free agent for the Texan franchise, but those fromArizonahave come into play:there are more questions about his immediate future.
NBA star Kyrie Irving intends to meet with the Phoenix Suns when the free agency period begins on June 30, league sources tell@NBAonTNT,@BleacherReport.https://t.co/9KOjnqMu0N
— Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes)June 29, 2023
OFFICIAL!
Vucevicextend your contract withChicago Bulls: 60 million dollars spread over three seasons.
OFFICIAL: We have extended@NikolaVucevic pic.twitter.com/bA1RRs9LBq
— Chicago Bulls (@chicagobulls)June 28, 2023
VANVLEET... TO THE ROCKETS?
Toronto Raptors point guardFred VanVleet, is one of the great attractions of Free Agency. At 29 years old and looking for a new sporting challenge,The main one placed to get their services are the Houston Rockets. Several sources, including the renowned Marc Stein, point out that the franchise would have offered him a figure that amounts to up to84 million in two seasons. He rejects his player option with the Canadian franchise, his decision has the entire community in suspenseNBA.
DARIUS GARLAND TRANSFER ON SIGHT?
As Sam Amico points out,Cleveland Cavaliers may be open to trade offers for Darius Garland, starting point guard for the team and one of the visible faces of the franchise in the post-Lebron James stage. The 23-year-old, taken fifth in the 2019 draft, is one of the best scorers in his positionand has shown great chemistry withDonovan Mitchell y Evan Mobleythis season, both debuting with the Cavaliers.
Garland signed a contract extension in 2022 of 5years in exchange for 197 million dollars,and in case of a transfer, those of Cleveland would receive good value in exchange.
LILLARD WILL DECIDE AFTER FREE AGENCY
As pointedBrian Windhorst,Portland Trail Blazers and Damian Lillard have met this Tuesday to decide on the future of the franchise.The player wants to be a contender for the title next season and will wait to see what moves are made in free agency to make a decision. 'Dame', at 32, wants to compete for everything, and right now the Oregonians don't have too much talent in their starting lineup.
They have added Scoot Henderson in the Draft, perhaps the best 'prospect' after Wembanyama, but they will need to add profiles with playoff experience if they want to succeed in the 2023-24 season. The signing of players via free agency will begin on July 6, but as of June 30 the trial period will begin.
JOHN COLLINS, TRANSFERRED TO JAZZ
John Collins has been traded to the Utah Jazz for Rudy Gay and a future second-round pick. The North American power forward had been in the eye of the hurricane in recent seasons, and his fate seemed far from the Georgia franchise. He heads to Utah, a team with players likeMarkannen, Wlaker Kessler, Clarkson o el rookie Ochai Agbaji.
For its part, Atlanta is released from the contract of Collins,player who has 52 million dollars left to collect the next two seasons. In the 25-26 season, he will have a player option of 26 million. This campaign has averaged13.1 points and 6.5 rebounds. He does not stand out for his defense, but he has a very favorable physique for pick and roll shooting near the basket.
WHAT WILL HAPPEN TO HARDEN?
The scout of the Philadelphia 76ers,James Harden, has not ruled out a return toHouston Rockets, as reported by Sam Amick."Only Harden and his inner circle really know where he's leaning, but a source close to him reconfirmed that the Rockets are still a serious possibility.", he commented.
ALL TRANSFERS ON DRAFT NIGHT
These are all the trades that took place during the night of the 2023 Draft:
-Wizards receive pick 7 (Bilal Coulibaly) and Pacers receive pick 8 (Jarace Walker) and 2 second rounds of 2028
-The Mavericks receive pick 12 (Dereck Lively II) and the Thunder receive Davis Bertans and pick 10 (Cason Wallace)
-The Kings trade Richaun Holmes and pick 24 (Olivier-Maxence Prosper) to the Dallas Mavericks
-The Pistons receive pick 25 (Marcus Sasser) and the Celtics receive pick 31 (James Nnaji) and two future second rounds
-The Celtics transfer pick 31 (James Nnaji) to the Hornets in exchange for pick 34 and 39
-Timberwolves receive pick 33 (Leonard Miller) and Spurs receive two future second rounds
-The Kings receive pick 34 (Colby Jones) and the Celtics receive pick 38 (Jordan Walsh) and a future second round
-The Bulls receive pick 35 (Julian Phillips) and the Wizards receive two future second rounds
-The Bucks receive pick 36 (Andre Jackson Jr) and the Magic receive a second round of 2030 and 'cash considerations'
-As part of the Jordan Poole trade, the Warriors receive pick 57 (Trayce Jackson-Davis) and the Wizards receive Patrick Baldwin Jr.
THE WARRIORS GET CHRIS PAUL
Bombshell in the NBA! ESPN journalist Adrian Wojnarowski has confirmed on his social networks that the Golden State Warriors, champions of last season, have transferred toJordan Poole and unspecified rounds of draft to the Washington Wizards in exchange for Chris Paul, who had been a member of the DC franchise for days after the transfer of Bradley Beal to the Suns.
KNICKS AND CLIPPERS, IN CONTACT BY PAUL GEORGE
As reported by Ian Begley,The Knicks and Clippers have reportedly been in contact about a possible trade involving Paul George,star of the angelina franchise. The 33-year-old may be interested in playing in the Big Apple, where he would meet up-and-coming talents like Jalen Brunson or veterans like Julius Randle on court.
Paul George has averaged23.8 points and 5.1 reboundsthis season, with 45.7% shooting from the field. He came to the Clippers in 2019, a team in which he has not been able to succeed in the playoffs due to team injuries.
MIDDLETON REJECTS THE BUCKS!
The three-time All-Star,Chris Middleton,turned down his $40 million player option with the Milwaukee Bucks to become a free agenttheir agents Mike Lindeman and Jeff Schwartz told ESPN. A return to the Bucks on a new deal remains a possibility.
PORZINGIS A BOSTON Y SMART A MEMPHIS
Kristaps Porzingiswill play in theBoston Celtics,Marcus Smartwill leave atMemphis GrizzliesyTyus Jones,Daniel GallinariyMike Muscalathey will sign for theWashington Wizardsthanks to a three-way transfer agreed this Wednesday. Boston fills a need by bolstering its inside game while Memphis shores up its backcourt with 'Smartacus'. After the failure of the three-way operation with the Clippers, the agreement was reached with the support of the Wizards.
¿PORZINGIS A BOSTON?
As reported by Charania,a three-way transfer would be being prepared in which the Celtics, Wizards and Clippers would participate. Porzingis would end up in Boston, while Brogdon would end up in Washington. In clear reconstruction, theWizardsthey would receiveMarcus Morrisand a compensation ofDraft.
OFFICIAL!
Denver Nuggets playerBruce Brown, you have declined your player option for6.8 million dollarsand will become an unrestricted free agent.The recent ring winner with the Colorado franchise could sign for any team, but on the table he would have the offer of 7.7 million dollars for the 2023/24 season of the Nuggets.
GRANT WILLIAMS, ¿A MAVERICKS?
Boston Celtics playerGrant Williams, has sounded loud in recent days to land in Dallas through asign-and-trade, as reportedThe Athletic.
WHAT ABOUT ZION WILLIAMSON?
Power forward for the New Orleans Pelicans,Zion Williamson, will not leave the franchise at least until after the2023 NBA Draft, as reportedThe Athletic. The management would be thinking of offering it in a transfer that brings to Louisiana toScoot Henderson, which would be chosen among the first three picks this edition.
¡BRADLEY BEAL, A PHOENIX SUNS!
After days of speculation, the departure ofBradley BealWizards is now official:The Washingtonians send their star player to the Phoenix Suns in exchange for Chris Paul, Landry Shamet, several second rounds and swap picks, as reported by Adrian Wojnarowski.
Beal, a three-time All-star with the capitals, leaves the franchise that drafted him in 2012 and joins the Arizona 'megaproject', who add even more scoring talent to a team that already hasn Kevin Durant, Devin Booker y Aytonin their ranks. In the last campaignthe shooting guard averaged 23.2 pointsin some Wizards that fell to the twelfth position in the Eastern Conference.
THE PLAN B OF THE ROCKETS
As reported by renowned journalist Marc Stein,the Houston franchise would have prepared a Plan B in case the signing of James Harden did not take place: Kyrie Irving, who is a free agent. The point guard arrived at the Mavericks in the middle of the season and hislack of fit with Donciche weighed down the team in the season finale. With the Mavericks themselves, as well as the Lakers, groping the player, the Rockets would have joined the party.
THE PETITION OF JABARI SMITH JR.
Houston Rockets playerJabari Smith Jr., has made it clear that he would love James Harden to return, now in the Philadelphia 76ers:"It would be great. As a team we would love to have a player who is going to be in the Hall of Fame. It's exciting.".
VANVLEET CONDITIONS EVERYTHING
Until now point guard for the Toronto Raptors,Fred VanVleet, will be a free agent in the next market. Once he declines his player option for22.8 million dollarsMany possible scenarios open up. The Raptors don't rule him out, they could also sign him as a free agent, butrumors place you more outside than inside them: They do not plan to carry out a rebuild.
THE PELICANS WILL GO FOR SCOOT HENDERSON!
The New Orleans franchise has set itself the goal of getting pick 2 in the next Draft.In possession of the Charlotte Hornets, the Pelicans will negotiate the trade for their pick 14, in addition to several future rounds, to escalate and be able to draft Henderson or even Brandon Miller. Spurs, who have seized the top pick, are expected to keep Victor Wembanyama.
WHAT WILL HAPPEN TO PAUL?
The guard of the Phoenix Suns,Chris Paul, follow the order of the day. After all the rumors about his possible departure, the player has behind him a series of teams more than interested in signing him:Lakers,Clippers,KnicksyWarriorsthey would have asked for their interested parties.
THE RAPTORS ALREADY HAVE A COACH!
The Toronto Raptors presented the SerbianDarko Rajakovicwithyour new coach. 44 years old and until now main assistant of theMemphis Grizzlies, is the tenth coach in the history of the Canadian franchise in the NBA.
DONCIC, IRVING Y... ¿LEBRON?
Dallas Mavericks point guardKyrie Irving, would be convincing the Los Angeles Lakers power forward,LeBron James, to enroll in the Texan franchise.Together they conquered the coveted ring in the Cavaliers and the Australian star would like to meet him again, as reported in recent days by the renowned journalist Sams Charania.Will the Mavs have a Big Three made up of Doncic, Irving and LeBron?
WHAT WOULD HAVE HAPPENED TO FULTZ IN PHILADELPHIA?
Orlando Magic point guardMarkelle Fultz, spoke openly about his mismatch with the Philadelphia 76ers upon landing in the NBA for the Player's Tribune:"It was a very rare situation. I understand that this is a business, and I am grateful that they transferred me to a place where I could have a second chance". "Actually, I would have liked the option to help them. I really think I could have been helpful if they had waited and let me recover."
THE PUNISHMENT TO DYING
The commissioner of the NBA,Adam Silver, has confessed to the media that the competition has already prepared the sanction based on the Memphis Grizzlies,I Morant, after appearing again with a gun: "We could have put our resolution into effect at this time, but we made the decision to wait.""I think the players' association agrees with us: it would be unfair to these players and these teams that are contesting the Finals to announce the results of the investigation now.".
MORE RESOURCES FOR IME UDOKA
The Rockets continue to work towards the 2023/24 season.After hiring Ime Udoka as head coach, the Texans have focused on the Boston Celtics coaching staff. They would be the three assistants who already worked with him during his time in the Massachusetts franchise:Ben Sullivan, Aaron Miles y Mike Moser.
THE BLAZERS ACTIVATE THE RADAR
LosPortland Trail Blazerswould have the defined line of action:get rid of the First Round of the 2023 Draft in order to reinforce the squadand give a team in conditions to the great star,Damian Lillard. According to journalistsMichael ScottoySean Highkin, the great wishes of the franchise would go throughPaskal SiakamyJaylen Brown. Both have an uncertain future ahead of them and the Oregon franchise wants to take advantage of it to reinforce the roster and give it a necessary competitive leap.
VALENCIUNAS ONLY THINKS ABOUT THE PELICANS
New Orleans Pelicans centerJonas Valančiūnas, has one more year of guaranteed contract in which he will enter 15.4 million dollars.However, one of the team's stars does not want to access Free Agency in 2024and think further:"I would like to stay and extend my contract". "We have held some conversations about future changes. I think this summer will not be easy because they will have to make some key decisions," she said.
VUCEVIC WILL CONTINUE IN CHICAGO
Chicago Bulls centerNikola Vucevic, would be in talks with the franchise agreeing to an extension of his contract.The player was going to be one of the great entertainers of Free Agency 2023, but, as reported by Sams Charania, the agreement seems closer and closer. The details of this are unknown, but this season he has received an amount close to 22 million dollars.
THE PISTONS HAVE A NEW LEADER
The reconstruction inDetroitis over. The arrival of a coach as important as Monty Williams gives them an obvious qualitative leap.The former Suns coach, dismissed after the franchise's elimination in the conference semifinals, has signed for the next six seasons and will receive an amount close to 78 million dollarswhich could be increased to 100 if certain objectives are met, as reported by Sams Charania.
JORDI FERNÁNDEZ SOUNDS FOR THE RAPTORS
The Spanish coachJordi Fernandez, is one of the great candidates for the bench of theToronto Raptors. After the cessation ofNick Nurse,already as the new head coach of the Philadelphia 76ers, his name sounds with special force in the dome of the Canadian franchise, according to reportsMarc Stein.
DOUBTS APPEAR IN BROWN'S HEAD
Boston Celtics scout,Jaylen Brown, has been one of the greats pointed out in the elimination of the Massachusetts franchise.As current runners-up, the greens fell in Game 7 of the conference finals against the Miami Heat. The American only has one year left on his contract and it was not clear in the post-elimination match:"My way of thinking in facing things day by day, and for now I am focused on improving. From there I will focus on what the future holds and see where we are.".
BOB MYERS... GOODBYE TO THE WARRIORS?
The current president of operations for the Golden State Warriors,Bob Myers, might not stay with the San Francisco franchise. In the last year of guaranteed contract andwith a renewal proposal on the table, one of the great architects of the success of the franchise would be considering goodbye.His replacement, according to journalist Marc Stein, would be a Mike Dunleavy Jr.who currently serves as vice president of operations.
THE 76ERS AND THE COACHES DANCE
With the arrival ofAdrian GriffinaMilwaukee, the casting of the benches in theNBAHe still has two more episodes to live:Philadelphia 76ersyPhoenix Suns. The one that seems increasingly clear is that of the Pennsylvanias, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer.The chosen one would be Nick Nurse, who has left the Toronto Raptors. The close relationship between the coach and Daryl Morey, manager of the Sixers, would be key. The two figures have already worked together between 2011 and 2013, in the G League.Nurse earned a name for the Raptors personality in the last five years, with the climax of the 2019 ring.
THE MAGIC MOVES
Everything points to thatGoga Bitadzewill continue in theOrlando Magicthe next season. After arriving in February as a free agent and gaining a place in the rotation,the franchise will activate the option it has over the pivot, according to journalist Khobi Price. As a resource element ofWendell Carter Jr.from the bench, the Georgian has averaged5.8 points and 5.2 reboundsper game this season.
THE MAVERICKS HAVE IT CLEAR
the texan franchisewould not be willing to negotiate a 'sign and trade' in which both D'Angello Russell and Kyrie Irving are included. The controversial point guard will sign, except at the last minute, a contract for the next five years for the maximum: a figure that can go up to270 million dollars.
WHAT ABOUT DONCIC?
After a chaotic season in Dallas,the rumors surrounding the departures and entrances of the Mavericks franchise continues to grow by the day. The latest information, according toJohn Hollinger, indicates that there would be a real interest of theUtah Jazzto get hold ofLuka Doncic, the great star of theNBA. Those from Salt Lake City have great material for future transfers:15 first rounds until 2029 and young names with potential like Markkanen, Sexton, Kessler...
THE BUCKS ALREADY HAVE A COACH
LosMilwaukee Bucksthey would have already chosen their next coach, according to the renowned journalistShams Charania. After the defeat in the first round of the playoffs against the Miami Heat,franchise management fired Mike Budenholzer and the interview round would have ended: The chosen one is Adrian Griffin, current assistant of the Toronto Raptors.
THE BUCKS NEED TRADE
LosMilwaukee Bucksthey failed in the season.As the best team in the East, they lost in the first round against the Miami Heat, leaving bad feelings. The first victim has beenMike Budenholzer, who will not continue in charge of the bench despite winning the ring just two years ago. With doubts about the future ofbrook lopezoWesley Matthews, the franchise would be interested in signing some players that would be a good fit aroundGiannis AntetokounmpoasPJ Washington,Jordan ClarksonoTorrey Craig.
THE LAKERS WANT A GUARD
With doubts about the future ofLeBron Jamesand the lack of regularityD'Angello Russell, the angelina franchise will put all the meat on the grill to tie a guarantee base in the next market. The names that sound loudest are that ofKyrie Irving, which ends the contract with theMavericksand was close to signing in the last market window, andFred VanVleet, which has a player option with theRaptorsfor about 23 million dollars.
THE BLAZERS, WITH DOUBTS
The Portland franchise was one of the lucky ones in the Draft lottery:They will choose in third position after San Antonio Spurs (1) and Charlotte Hornets (2). With the almost certain choice ofVictor Wembanyamain the first pick, from Oregon they could choose betweenHenderson,Walker,ThompsonoMiller, the main favorites for those first three places.But the position in the Blazers would be different: they want to surround the last blows of the super star with veteran players,Damian Lillard.
CHRIS PAUL STAYS
At 38 years old and a more than irregular season, the latest information suggests that the Phoenix Suns point guard,Chris Paul, will continue one more season inArizonanext toBooker,DurantyAyton. The player was two years old for 60 million unguaranteed dollars, but the franchise's commitment is firm:He wants me to continue in the operating room to conquer the first ring in history. He will, yes, with a new coach: the owner,Mat Ishbia, assignment toMonty Williamsafter elimination against the Nuggets.
WILL HARDEN RETURN TO HOUSTON?
The scout of the Philadelphia 76ers,James Harden, could return to the Houston Rockets, according to maintainsThe Philadelphia Inquirer.With a player option of more than $35M on the table, the star could give him up to secure a long-term contract at 33 years old.. The journalist Keith Pompey is clear in his information:"EThe interest is mutual and not a tactic to get a lucrative contract outside the 76ers.".