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Charles Barkley's Arrival in Phoenix Was a Seismic Event: Kevin Johnson

Johnson described Barkley's arrival in Phoenix as a seismic moment that turned fantasy into reality for the franchise. "When Charles came to town, the whole desert started moving because that's the kind of impact he had," he said. "It wasn't just like Walt Disney fantasy...we got this dude on our team we ready to rumble," Johnson added.

By Adit Pujari

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Paolo Banchero Would Love to Play With Scottie Barnes

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Paolo Banchero Would Love to Play With Scottie Barnes

"That's a guy you would love to play with, just off the strength of how he contributes to his team," Banchero said of Barnes. "He's not really ever caught up in the scoring. He's always trying to look to find others, guards at a high level, picks up full court...He's just a winning player," he added.

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Tom Dundon’s Trail Blazers Takeover Is Official After NBA Approval

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Tom Dundon’s Trail Blazers Takeover Is Official After NBA Approval

The NBA’s Board of Governors approved the sale of the Trail Blazers to Tom Dundon’s group Monday, with the transaction expected to close this week and Dundon set to become Portland’s governor. The deal was previously reported at about $4.25 billion, with proceeds from Paul Allen’s estate earmarked for philanthropy. Dundon had also pledged to keep the franchise in Portland.

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Chicago Bulls Cut Jaden Ivey After Anti-LGBTQ Remarks, Per Shams

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Chicago Bulls Cut Jaden Ivey After Anti-LGBTQ Remarks, Per Shams

The Bulls are waiving Ivey after recent anti-LGBTQ comments and several public rants on religion and other topics, according to Shams Charania. Chicago’s move ends a brief, turbulent stint after acquiring him at the deadline. The former No. 5 pick had been shut down for the season with a knee issue. Now he’s headed to waivers.

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Billy Donovan Explains Why Jaden Ivey Was Cut After Anti-LGBTQ Tirade

Ivey played just 4 games for Chicago before being waived. This is due to his anti-LGBTQIA+ remarks. When asked about this, Billy Donovan said, "Organizationally, there’s certain standards I think we want to have as an organization and live up to those each and every day." Bulls have already been eliminated from Playoff contention so he probably won't be replaced.

By Samir Mehdi

about 2 months ago

Joe Mazzulla Calls The Coach of the Year Award "Stupid"

Boston was predicted to be a play-in team this year. Coach Mazzulla instead has them as the 2nd seed, winning 50 games. "I think it's a stupid award (COTY). They shouldn't have it. It's more about the players. It's more about the work that the staff puts in. I don't ever want to be asked or talk about it again."

By Samir Mehdi

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