Oklahoma City Thunder Explore Lu Dort Trade Market as Lakers Loom

about 2 months ago

Oklahoma City Thunder Explore Lu Dort Trade Market as Lakers Loom

The Thunder are reportedly in active talks with multiple teams about trading Dort’s $17.7 million expiring contract. Moving him without taking back salary would create a $17.7 million trade exception for Oklahoma City to use over the next year. The Lakers are mentioned as a team to watch, potentially seeking Dort’s defensive edge on the wing.

By Raahib Singh

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about 2 months ago

Celtics Aren't Willing To Offer The Same Level Of Draft Capital As Miami For Giannis

"The Celtics aren't willing to offer the same level of multiple years of draft capital that the Miami Heat are," reported Jake L Fischer. This is causing a "split faction" among the Bucks shareholders. Miami is currently int he lead to snag Giannis due to this discourse. The Heat have always been Giannis' more preferred destination.

By Samir Mehdi

Celtics Are Very Interested In Trey Murphy III

about 2 months ago

Celtics Are Very Interested In Trey Murphy III

The Celtics are very much focused on getting the Giannis deal done. While Miami may be in the driver's seat currently, it's still very much a toss-up. However, after that settles down, Fischer reports, "Boston has looked around for center upgrades. They’ve looked into a reunion with Robert Williams III…I’ve also heard Boston is very interested in Trey Murphy III."

By Samir Mehdi

about 2 months ago

Duke's John Scheyer Could Also Make The NBA Jump Like Dusty May

Dallas hired Michigan's Dusty May after firing Jason Kidd. Shams Charania reports that May won't be the only major collegiate coach to make the college-to-pro jump. "Dusty May always felt… he was going to make the jump to the NBA. So is John Scheyer who is gonna make a jump from all accounts. He’s just got that build to him."

By Samir Mehdi

about 2 months ago

AJ Dybantsa Sees Longevity In The 2026 NBA Draftees' Futures

The 2026 Draft is deep with players beyond the top 10 that would potentially go top 5 in any other year. AJ sees this and said, "At least 10 of us will probably be still playing...let's say 8 years down the road. Could be more. It's gonna be probably one of the most talked about draft classes since LeBron's."

By Samir Mehdi

about 2 months ago

Darryn Peterson Defends Working Out Just For The Washington Wizards

Darryn wants to go first overall just as AJ does. In his attempt to do so, he only worked out for the Wizards. "Just a decision that was made. I’m definitely not dodging any team. Whoever takes me, I’m going to come in and be delighted to be there. Wherever that happens to be, they’ll get the best me."

By Samir Mehdi

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