3 months ago

Derrick White Demanded $10 Million From Nikola Vucevic To Switch Jersey Numbers

From 2013-26, Vuc wore the number 9 on the Magic and Bulls. However, in Boston, Derrick White wears 9. Vuc wanted 9 and so offered White $5 million. "9 is my favorite number," said White. After rejecting $5 million from Nikola over text, Vuc then upped it to $10M to which Derrick said, "sure". The transaction hasn't happened yet.

By Samir Mehdi

3 months ago

Donovan Mitchell Wished for More All-Star Game Minutes

Mitchell was candid about his limited All-Star playing time, "I played all right. I wish I played more. I could've played more. But it is what it is." The Cavs guard accepted his reserve role: "I wasn't voted a starter. So, the starters play more...get locked in and have a good time, which I did."

By Adit Pujari

3 months ago

Dalano Banton's 10-Day Contract With LA Clippers Expires

Banton's first 10-day deal with Los Angeles expired and he can sign a second one. If the Clippers want to keep him beyond that, they must sign him for the remainder of the season. Banton appeared in two games, averaging 3 points and 1 assist. A decision on his future with the franchise is expected in the coming days.

By Adit Pujari

3 months ago

Seth Greenberg Compares Cameron Boozer to Paolo Banchero, Not Carlos Boozer

Greenberg said Boozer’s NBA comp isn’t his father Carlos Boozer. “Not his daddy. Paolo Banchero,” he said on Get Up, pointing to Boozer’s poise and versatility. Greenberg cited his “ability to drive closeouts,” “stretch the defense,” and play with “physicality on both ends.” “Body type, skill set, physicality, feel, IQ, competitive spirit,” he said. “It says Paolo Banchero to me.”

By Raahib Singh

3 months ago

Angry Gambling Companies Reportedly Pushed Adam Silver to Punish Tanking Teams

Gambling interests played a role in NBA's crackdown on tanking, per Ben Golliver. "Over-unders are at stake. Player props are at stake. If coaches are just willy-nilly not playing guys the entire game...you're going to have a lot of angry gamblers and a lot of angry gambling companies," he said. The Jazz were fined $500,000 and the Pacers $100,000.

By Adit Pujari

3 months ago

Donovan Mitchell Stole a Tree Costume From Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Halftime Show

Mitchell grabbed a tree prop from Bad Bunny's halftime performance as dancers were discarding costumes. "Went up there, I said, 'Hey, can I grab one?' They gave me one. I took it and sped off in the golf cart. It's historic," he said. Mitchell estimates the costume could be worth $50,000-$60,000 after seeing one listed for $10,000 on eBay.

By Adit Pujari

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