In a significant move for the Phoenix Suns, free agent forward Royce O’Neale has decided to sign a lucrative four-year, $44 million contract to stay with the team. The sources, including ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, have confirmed this exciting development. O’Neale, who is 31 years old, played a vital role for the Suns in the latter
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The New Orleans Pelicans have made a significant move by acquiring Dejounte Murray from the Atlanta Hawks. This trade involves several players and draft picks, shaking up the backcourt lineup for both teams. Let’s delve into the details of this trade and analyze the potential impact on the Pelicans. Dejounte Murray, a 27-year-old guard, showcased
The 2024 NBA Draft brought with it a new format, splitting the event into two days. This change resulted in Duke big man Kyle Filipowski having to wait an extra day to hear his name called. Eventually, he was selected as the 32nd overall pick by the Utah Jazz. His journey to the NBA was
The Boston Celtics made headlines recently with the announcement of Kristaps Porzingis undergoing surgery to repair a rare leg injury. This news comes as a blow to both the player and the team as they gear up for the next season. The recovery time is estimated to be five to six months, which means Porzingis
The Brooklyn Nets recently made headlines with a series of significant trades that have completely transformed the franchise’s roster. One of the most notable moves was the trade of their star player, Mikal Bridges, to the New York Knicks. Sources close to the team revealed that this trade not only involved Bridges but also included
Charles Lee’s transition from Wall Street to full-time basketball coach has proven to be a successful career move. After winning two NBA championships as an assistant coach with the Boston Celtics and the Milwaukee Bucks, Lee, now 39 years old, is ready to take on his first head coaching role with the Charlotte Hornets. Despite
The Golden State Warriors are currently facing a challenging situation as negotiations with Klay Thompson have come to a halt. As the team prepares for the start of free agency, general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. has made it clear that they want to bring Thompson back to the team. However, emotions are running high as
One of the most striking aspects of JJ Redick being introduced as the Los Angeles Lakers’ new head coach is his lack of experience in coaching at the NBA level. Despite his extensive playing career and involvement in various media outlets related to basketball, Redick openly admitted during his introductory press conference that he has
Minnesota Timberwolves coach Chris Finch has recently signed a four-year contract extension, keeping him with the team until the 2027-28 season. This comes after a successful season where Finch led the team to three consecutive playoff appearances for the first time in two decades. His impact on the team has been profound, especially in developing
The Cleveland Cavaliers have made a significant decision in hiring Kenny Atkinson, current Golden State Warriors assistant, as their next head coach. This move comes after much deliberation and the consideration of other potential candidates. Kenny Atkinson has an extensive background in coaching, having previously served as the head coach for the Brooklyn Nets. During
The Detroit Pistons are facing a period of uncertainty and change as they come off the worst season in franchise history. The organization is in search of a new coach and is looking for ways to rebuild and improve. Despite the challenges, owner Tom Gores believes that Trajan Langdon is the right person to lead
The passing of Hall of Fame player and executive Jerry West left a void in the basketball world, but his family has decided to honor his wishes by mourning his loss privately. In a statement released by the LA Clippers, his family announced that there will be no public memorial for the legendary figure. West,
Free agent guard Malik Monk is set to return to the Sacramento Kings with an impressive four-year, $78 million deal, which includes a player option. This decision comes after Monk’s stellar performance during the past season, where he averaged over 15 points and five assists per game. His exceptional play earned him the title of
In a recent announcement, New York billionaire Julia Koch and her children have revealed their plan to purchase a minority stake in BSE Global. This business entity owns some well-known sports teams, such as the Brooklyn Nets of the NBA and the New York Liberty of the WNBA, as well as the iconic Barclays Center
Pascal Siakam, the All-Star forward, has made a significant decision to sign a four-year, $189.5 million maximum contract with the Indiana Pacers. This move comes after Pacers management, led by Kevin Pritchard and Chad Buchanan, presented the lucrative offer to Siakam and his agents on Tuesday. The new early contact rules in the NBA allowed
The Detroit Pistons shocked many on Wednesday by firing coach Monty Williams after just one season, despite having absorbed the remaining $65 million on his contract. The decision to dismiss Williams came from the ownership level with Tom Gores, according to sources. New Pistons president of basketball operations Trajan Langdon had been in regular discussions
In a bitter ending to a positive journey, the Dallas Mavericks waved the white flag in Game 5 against the Boston Celtics. The loss was a tough blow for the Mavericks, who had worked hard to reconstruct their supporting cast around their star tandem. Kyrie Irving, the 25-year-old five-time first-team All-NBA selection, struggled in the
The Boston Celtics are facing a crucial Game 5 in the NBA Finals against the Dallas Mavericks, but the status of Kristaps Porzingis remains uncertain. The Celtics’ coach, Joe Mazzulla, revealed that Porzingis is doing everything he can to be back on the court, but his availability for the game is questionable. Porzingis has been