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NBA AM: Can The Pacers Beat The HEAT?

May 15, 2012

The Indiana Pacers had the HEAT down for three quarters, can they do it again?... NBPA files for arbitration over Bird Rights... Meet Kevin Murphy... NBA Chats at 10am, 4pm and 8pm... »Read More

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Where Do The Rockets Go From Here?

May 5, 2012

Rockets GM Daryl Morey might have a case of déjà vu coming on as the team faces a very familiar set of issues this offseason. »Read More

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NBA@2: San Antonio Spurs Serving Notice

May 3, 2012

The San Antonio Spurs would like to know: Who thinks they're too old? ... Jason Kidd pricing himself out of Dallas this summer? ... If the Hornets land the #4 draft pick, they should... »Read More

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2011-12 Best/Worst NBA Offseason Acquisitions

March 5, 2012

As we start to get a feel for what teams are made of with the trade deadline approaching, let's take a look at the five best and worst acquisitions from the 2011-12 offseason. »Read More

Source: Arenas ‘Explosive’ During Workout

March 1, 2012

I’m also told the Lakers may sign Gilbert Arenas after the All-Star break (now) or the trade deadline. Arenas, according to a source, was “explosive” and “had his athleticism back” during his recent workout... »Read More

Agent: Chandler is ‘Exploring all avenues’

February 23, 2012

Wilson Chandler’s list of possible destinations now extends beyond his former team in Denver, his agent, Chris Luchey, told SI.com. Chandler, the five-year veteran and restricted free agent small forward who played in China... »Read More

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Who’s Got Cap Space?

February 18, 2012

With just a month to go before the 2012 NBA trade deadline it’s a time to take a look at the state of the salary cap for all 30 teams. »Read More

Smith Confirms Nearing Deal with Knicks

February 17, 2012

I just spoke to J.R. Smith. He confirmed that he’s nearing a deal with the New York Knicks. via Alex Kennedy via Twitter »Read More

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Ranking The 2012 NBA Free Agents

February 15, 2012

It’s never too early to start planning the NBA shopping season for your favorite team. To that end, here are the top five possible free agents at each position. »Read More

Sources: China Fighting Martin Decision

February 3, 2012

Chinese Basketball Association officials are fighting FIBA’s decision to allow Kenyon Martin to immediately return to the NBA, demanding that Martin be forbidden to play until later this month, sources told Yahoo! Sports. China... »Read More

West: Teams Should Call Players’ Bluff

February 3, 2012

According to former Los Angeles Lakers general manager Jerry West, teams needn’t worry so much about a superstar demanding to be traded. West, being careful not to mention players by name, alluded to situations... »Read More

Source: Martin Not Considering Nuggets

February 3, 2012

Kenyon Martin wasn’t necessarily in the plans for the Nuggets, but now it’s official: A league source said Thursday that the unrestricted free agent will not return to the Nuggets this season. via Benjamin... »Read More

Kenyon Martin Cleared to Sign With NBA Team

February 2, 2012

Sources say NBA teams notified Thursday that Kenyon Martin is officially an unrestricted free agent and clear to sign w/NBA team when ready. My man Chris Broussard reported FRI that Heat/Spurs/Clips/Hawks/Knicks all after K-Mart. LA... »Read More

Jeff Green is an Unrestricted Free Agent

January 7, 2012

If and when Jeff Green returns to the NBA — and the encouraging news heading into his heart surgery next week is that he likely will — he will have plenty of choices as... »Read More

Sources: Warriors, Knicks Eye Jeremy Lin

December 27, 2011

Jeremy Lin’s second NBA season could resume this week, because the popular guard clears waivers Tuesday at 10 AM ET, according to a league source. The fact that Lin’s salary for this season ($788,872)... »Read More

Knicks Not Likely to Sign Nate Robinson

December 27, 2011

Not that the Knicks were loaded at point guard to start with, but with Iman Shumpert out, they are now dangerously thin at the position. Even so, don’t expect Nate Robinson to make a... »Read More

Nate Robinson Looking For Another Chance

December 26, 2011

In the wake of O’Neal’s comments about him garnering so much attention, he was relieved to hear that his latest superstar teammate, the Thunder’s Kevin Durant, had nothing negative to say about their time... »Read More

Source: Anthony Wants Martin on Knicks

December 24, 2011

The Knicks have one roster spot still open entering tomorrow’s season opener, and Carmelo Anthony hopes it eventually goes to his former Nuggets teammate Kenyon Martin, according to an NBA source. According to the... »Read More

Source: Four Teams Interested in Pietrus

December 23, 2011

Shooting guard Mickael Pietrus was waived by the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday. If he makes it through waivers unclaimed, Pietrus will be free to sign with any team. Would the 29-year-old shooting guard be... »Read More

Players Likely Stuck in China

December 22, 2011

All the NBA players who signed to play in China during the lockout, including (Kenyon) Martin, did so with the understanding and contractual obligation to stay throughout the entire CBA season. Of course, anyone... »Read More

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NBA @ 2: Calling Out Kobe Bryant

December 21, 2011

Mike Brown needs to establish himself early in Los Angeles ... Up Close: Jason Kidd ... Mavericks add Sean Williams ... »Read More

Kenyon Martin, Xinjiang Agree to Buyout

December 21, 2011

Kenyon Martin has agreed to a contract buyout with Xinjiang of the China Basketball Association, sources tell Y! Sports. As part of agreement, Martin must honor China Basketball Association rules, wait until end of... »Read More

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Top Free Agents Left on the Market

December 21, 2011

With the NBA season now just four days away, most teams have solidified their rosters. Here’s a quick look at the top names still without a team. »Read More

Could Gilbert Arenas Help the Lakers?

December 21, 2011

But if he’s willing to come and they’re willing to crack open the house safe for a few extra bucks, the Lakers should invest in Gilbert Arenas. According to ESPN.com’s Marc Stein, L.A.’s interest... »Read More

Sources: Rockets Passing on Dalembert

December 20, 2011

Sources: Rockets, at the moment, taking a pass ($) on (Sam) Dalembert, leaving return to Kings as a possibility. via David Aldridge via Twitter »Read More

Source: Arron Afflalo Agrees to Extension

December 20, 2011

The Nuggets got their guy. Now they got their other guy. Almost a week after they re-signed Nene, the Nuggets and Arron Afflalo agreed on terms of a new contract — for five years... »Read More

Several Free Agents Still Looking for Deals

December 20, 2011

Samuel Dalembert should have been signed by now. A shot-blocking and rebounding specialist, the 7-footer would figure to be in his demand simply because capable 7-footers are always seemingly in high demand. Dalembert had... »Read More

Kings Consider Bringing Back Dalembert?

December 20, 2011

As the Kings look for ways to replace (Chuck) Hayes, among the available free-agent big men is Samuel Dalembert, who played last season in Sacramento. Asked about the possibility of bringing back Dalembert, (Geoff)... »Read More

Source: Jannero Pargo to Sign with Hawks

December 20, 2011

Source says guard Jannero Pargo is expected to sign a one-year, veteran’s minimum deal with Atlanta. via Sam Amick via Twitter »Read More

Sources: Novak to Sign with Knicks

December 20, 2011

The New York Knicks plan to sign three-point specialist Steve Novak to a one-year deal, league sources told Yahoo! Sports. Novak, a 6-foot-11 forward, does have to pass through waivers unclaimed. The Knicks would... »Read More

Sources: Davis Hopes to Land with Knicks

December 16, 2011

They hope Baron Davis clears amnesty waivers. At this point, the Knicks so desperately need help with playmaking, they’re hoping a player with a reputation for being out of shape and not putting forth... »Read More

Stoudemire Not Interested in Baron Davis

December 16, 2011

Amar’e Stoudemire was in no mood to make any recruiting pitches. If anything, the power forward has only one prerequisite of any player the Knicks add via free agency: Be in shape and ready... »Read More

Source: Nets in Serious Talk with Kirilenko

December 15, 2011

Nets are engaged in serious talks with free agent forward Andrei Kirilenko, league source told SI via Chris Mannix via Twitter »Read More

Gasol Officially Re-Signs with Grizzlies

December 15, 2011

Amid the chaos going on around the NBA, Marc Gasol was certain about two things regarding his position as a restricted free agent. “There was a lot of interest,” the Grizzlies’ center said, adding:... »Read More

Source: Crawford Scratches Knicks Off List

December 15, 2011

Free agent guard Jamal Crawford is deciding between the Kings and Trail Blazers after scratching the Knicks off his list on Wednesday, according to a source. The 11-year veteran tops the list of available... »Read More

Source: Williams has Deal with Bobcats

December 15, 2011

Reggie Williams has agreed to a two-year deal, $5 million deal with Charlotte, a league source tells Y! Sports. via Adrian Wojnarowski via Twitter »Read More

Lakers Work Out Free Agent Murphy

December 15, 2011

The Los Angeles Lakers worked out free agent forward Troy Murphy on Wednesday evening as the team continues to try to add roster depth while only being able to offer the veteran’s minimum salary... »Read More

Source: Crawford Narrows Choices to 3

December 14, 2011

Jamal Crawford has limited his choices to Portland, Sacramento and NYK, source says. via Chris Broussard via Twitter »Read More

Mavs Among DeShawn Stevenson’s Options

December 14, 2011

There is room on the Mavs’ roster for the return of rugged swingman DeShawn Stevenson after Rudy Fernandez and Corey Brewer were shipped to Denver. It’s a matter of whether Stevenson is willing to... »Read More

Source: Barea Nears Deal with ‘Wolves

December 12, 2011

A source close to free agent J.J. Barea tells TNT’s David Aldridge that the 27-year-old is finalizing details on a four-year deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves, which would further add to that team’s seemingly... »Read More

Sources: Knicks Still After Barea, Crawford

December 12, 2011

Tyson Chandler and Mike Bibby practiced for the first time yesterday with the Knicks, but interim general manager Glen Grunwald’s work wasn’t done. He was holed up in his Westchester office, working like a... »Read More

Source: Billups Wants to Join Contender

December 12, 2011

Veteran guard Chauncey Billups is crossing his fingers in hopes he will clear waivers at 6 p.m. EST Monday to become an unrestricted free agent. If he clears waivers, a Yahoo! source says to... »Read More

Sources: Pacers to Pursue David West

December 11, 2011

As free-agent forward David West and the Boston Celtics work to complete a difficult sign-and-trade deal, the Indiana Pacers have positioned themselves to sign the power forward should talks with the Celtics flatline on... »Read More

Sources: Knicks want Jamal Crawford

December 11, 2011

One day after reaching a surprising agreement with center Tyson Chandler, the New York Knicks are attempting to acquire another notable free agent. The Knicks are zeroing in on Jamal Crawford and trying to... »Read More

Source: Bibby Agrees to join Knicks

December 11, 2011

Mike Bibby has agreed in principle to a one-year deal at the veteran’s minimum of $1.4M, according to an NBA source. As reported in today’s Post, the Knicks do not necessarily view Bibby as... »Read More

Hamilton the Right Price for Bulls?

December 11, 2011

Which brings us to Rip Hamilton, who has suddenly become the odds-on favorite to sign with the Bulls. Hamilton is a guy the Bulls have had interest in for a while and would have... »Read More

Sources: Richardson Re-Signs with Magic

December 11, 2011

Free agent Jason Richardson has agreed to a four-year, $25 million contract to stay with the Orlando Magic, league sources told Yahoo! Sports. Richardson, one of the top swingmen on the market, had wanted... »Read More

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What Free Agents Are Left?

December 10, 2011

There’s been a flurry of NBA free agent activity already as the 2011-12 season approaches…and much more to come. »Read More

West Nearing Deal With Celtics?

December 10, 2011

A source briefed on discussions Friday evening said that the Boston Celtics are close to a deal with free agent power forward David West, who has been with the New Orleans Hornets since being... »Read More

Source: Celtics Only Want Short Contracts

December 10, 2011

According to one league source, short contracts are paramount right now to the Celtics, who are looking for salary cap flexibility the next two summers, with Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen both entering the... »Read More

Warriors Preparing Offer for Jordan?

December 10, 2011

Both moves are designed to create cap space. Why? The Warriors are preparing an offer sheet for Los Angeles Clippers center DeAndre Jordan, team sources confirmed. League rules require the Warriors have cap space... »Read More

Sources: Mavs Closing in on Vince Carter

December 10, 2011

The Dallas Mavericks are closing in on reuniting Vince Carter with his former New Jersey teammate Jason Kidd, according to sources with knowledge of the deal. The full financial terms of the agreement weren’t... »Read More

Sources: Bulls Zeroing in on Hamilton

December 10, 2011

Though hurdles remain, the Bulls are zeroing in on signing veteran guard Richard Hamilton, according to league sources. The Pistons are finalizing a buyout of Hamilton, who has averaged 17.7 points per game over... »Read More

Rose: I’d be Happy to Play with Hamilton

December 10, 2011

The Bulls, and Derrick Rose especially, are good about steering clear of recruiting players. Rose hates the idea of recruiting players. He said the quality of the organization and the city itself should be... »Read More

Sources: Forbes Nearing Deal with Raptors

December 9, 2011

Gary Forbes is nearing a two-year contract with a team option for a third with Toronto, league sources tell Y! via Adrian Wojnarowski via Twitter »Read More

Source: Snag in Marcus Thornton Deal

December 9, 2011

As for Marcus Thornton’s reported 5-yr, $40 million to Sacramento, one source says “not accurate” and another says there has been a “snag” via Sam Amick via Twitter »Read More

Source: Thornton Re-Signs with Kings

December 9, 2011

Marcus Thornton signed with Sac Kings for $40 million over five years, source says via Chris Broussard via Twitter »Read More

Sources: 76ers, Young Close to Deal

December 9, 2011

Sixers & restricted free agent Thaddeus Young are closing in on a deal to bring him back to the Sixers, multiple NBA sources have confirmed via Kate Fagan via Twitter »Read More

Source: Nets Up Offer, Closing in on Nene

December 9, 2011

SOURCE: Nets are closing in on Nene after upping the offer last night. Went hard after the center after Chandler went to the Knicks via Stefan Bondy via Twitter »Read More

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Should He Stay or Should He Go?

December 9, 2011

The top priority facing the reigning NBA Champion Dallas Mavericks is whether or not they can re-sign Tyson Chandler. »Read More

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Houston Rockets Aren’t Finished Dealing

December 8, 2011

The Houston Rockets are set to acquire Pau Gasol from the Los Angeles Lakers, but that's just step one of their master plan. »Read More

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NBA PM: Tyson Chandler To The Knicks?

December 8, 2011

NY Knicks close to an agreement with Tyson Chandler ... More on Rockets/Lakers/Hornets trade ... Pacers making their move ... Bulls find their shooting guard? »Read More

Sources: Bulls are Butler’s Top Choice

December 8, 2011

As Caron Butler completes his personal tour of NBA suitors, the Chicago Bulls remain the team to beat for him, league sources said. Butler left his meeting with the Bulls earlier this week with... »Read More

David West May Stay in New Orleans

December 8, 2011

Perhaps the only solace for the Hornets so far this week is the apparent struggles of free-agent power forward David West to attract the offers he envisioned after suffering a season-ending knee injury in... »Read More

Source: Hill Keeping His Options Open

December 8, 2011

Grant Hill is comfortable re-signing with the Phoenix Suns to continue playing with close friend Steve Nash. Suns president Lon Babby also is Hill’s former agent, and Hill’s family likes the Phoenix area. Yet... »Read More

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