3 months ago

Clippers Refused To Give James Harden An $80 Million Extension

Harden has a $42.3 million player option for the 2026-27 season and so he demanded a 2 year/$80 million extension to secure his future into his late 30s. The Clippers resisted on this. Tomer Azarly reports LAC is "steadfast in their unwillingness to go beyond 2027" as they're "prioritizing their cap space" that summer.

By Samir Mehdi

3 months ago

Cavaliers could Trade Jarrett Allen to Bag Giannis Antetokounmpo

The Cavaliers are exploring trades involving Allen to address their second-apron status, per Sam Amick. "League sources say they've explored ways of trading the contract of big man Jarrett Allen ($90.7 million combined in the next three seasons) as a way of unlocking much bigger possibilities." The move would provide Cleveland to make a move for Giannis.

By Adit Pujari

3 months ago

Bucks Unimpressed by Trade Packages for Giannis Antetokounmpo

"As of Monday evening, the offers coming the Bucks way for the Greek Freak were still believed to be so underwhelming, in the eyes of rival executives and agents, that this saga looked likely to extend into the summer," Sam Amick reported. Milwaukee continues evaluating trade proposals from interested teams but it is likely no Giannis stays until the off-season.

By Adit Pujari

3 months ago

Donovan Mitchell Won't Extend Without Cavaliers' Playoff Success

Cavaliers face a huge decision this summer, one year before Mitchell can become a free agent in the 2027 offseason, per Tim Bontemps. Mitchell has exited in the first or second round in each of his first eight NBA seasons. Cleveland has already made one trade deal and remains interested in making more before Thursday's deadline.

By Adit Pujari

3 months ago

Jalen Duren Will Compete in 2026 NBA Slam Dunk Contest

Pistons first-time All-Star Jalen Duren is all set to participate in the 2026 NBA Slam Dunk Contest, Shams Charania reported. Duren joins Lakers center Jaxson Hayes and Spurs rookie Carter Bryant, who accepted the invite earlier. The contest will take place during All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles.

By Adit Pujari

3 months ago

Draymond Green Expresses Desire to Play With LeBron James

"I've always wanted to. Just to experience it, to see how he thinks, to see what I could do to help him and his thinking," Green said. He brought up Steph and LeBron "got the opportunity to do that in the Olympics in Paris," and wants a similar opportunity but clarified he's comfortable with his Warriors situation alongside Curry.

By Adit Pujari

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