Heat View DeMar DeRozan as 8th or 9th-Best Player on the Roster

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Heat View DeMar DeRozan as 8th or 9th-Best Player on the Roster

The Heat reportedly believe DeMar DeRozan would be no more than the eighth- or ninth-best player in their current rotation, according to Greg Sylvander. Miami is prioritizing Andrew Wiggins, Tim Hardaway Jr. and Pelle Larsson, while exploring roles for Jahmir Young and Nikola Jovic. A potential Klay Thompson buyout remains the Heat's top priority to finish the offseason.

By Pranay Mukherjee

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Cavs Need to Move Max Strus to Complete Peyton Watson Deal

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Cavs Need to Move Max Strus to Complete Peyton Watson Deal

The Cavaliers are searching for a team willing to take on Max Strus’ $16.7 million expiring contract, according to Evan Sidery. Moving Strus would clear the final obstacle to acquiring Peyton Watson via sign-and-trade. Watson is Cleveland’s top wing target, while the team is keeping James Harden unsigned to preserve additional flexibility as it works toward completing the deal.

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Mike D’Antoni Reflects on Knicks Tenure, Has “No Regrets”

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Mike D’Antoni Reflects on Knicks Tenure, Has “No Regrets”

Mike D’Antoni reflected on his Knicks tenure, saying New York was building toward a potential LeBron James pursuit. "We were also... trying to get the numbers right to where we can go after LeBron James," D’Antoni said. He believes the Knicks could have built something better, but called Linsanity "off the charts" and said he has "no regrets."

By Pranay Mukherjee

about 5 hours ago

Yaxel Lendeborg Hopes to Meet Jordan Poole After Watching Fan Edits

Lendeborg reacted to Jordan Poole edits during a livestream and admitted he wishes the two had already met. “I wish I met him; I ain’t gonna lie,” he said before noting there could still be an opportunity in the future. The reaction showed Lendeborg’s admiration for Poole as he watched clips featuring the veteran guard.

By Raahib Singh

about 6 hours ago

Giannis Antetokounmpo Explains Why He Stopped Letting Media Criticism Affect Him

Antetokounmpo said he realized around 2019-20 that media analysis would not improve his jumper, free throws or championship chances. Rather than getting angry over criticism, he chose to “focus on my craft” and control what he could. Giannis said that mindset helped elevate his career while still respecting and learning from basketball’s all-time greats.

By Raahib Singh

about 8 hours ago

Klay Thompson Calls Warriors’ 2022 Championship the Most Meaningful

Thompson called the Warriors’ 2022 championship the most meaningful of his career, citing the two-and-a-half seasons he spent sidelined and the difficult recovery that followed. He said returning to play a major role on a title team made the run unforgettable, adding the journey through injuries and setbacks “made us all immortal” when Golden State finally lifted another trophy.

By Raahib Singh

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