Shams Charania: Free agent G/F Lamar Stevens has agreed to a deal with the Boston Celtics, sources tell @TheAthletic @Stadium. Stevens established himself as a defensive presence for the Cavs, starting in 25 of 62 games last season. Agent Scott Nichols completed deal with Celtics officials.
Source: Twitter @ShamsCharania
Barry Jackson: Per Woj, no imminent trade on Lillard and recent escalated talks do not involve Heat
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95.7 The Game: “The Warriors are NOT expected to sign Dwight Howard or another veteran center ahead of training camp.” (via @Shams Charania)
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“Life-long dream come true… it’s amazing to be here, and the atmosphere in the gym is great.” Christian Wood expresses what it means to play for his hometown team.
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According to Rivers, Jokic’s interests lie beyond the traditional American pop culture and trends, fame, and relevance that captivate many NBA players. “I don’t think he really gives a sh*t about the American pop culture and trends, and like fame and relevance. Like, those things don’t really interest him like really deeply to a core. And the things that do interest him aren’t those things,” the guard explained.
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Brogdon and his camp have been quiet this summer, and members of the Celtics front office have mostly avoided or deflected questions about the Sixth Man of the Year. Something about the situation just feels slightly off. But the indications I’ve gotten are that the Celtics are not considering trading Brogdon any more than they are considering trading any other player. His sour ending to last year aside, it is worth remembering Brogdon’s value to the Celtics last year. And Smart’s departure figures to only increase his role. Читать дальше...
Andre Iguodala revealed on JJ Redick’s The Old Man and The Three podcast on Thursday that he doesn’t believe he should be in the Hall of Fame, and that the Springfield museum should include multiple tiers to put into perspective just how great the sport’s best players are. “I’m not a ‘ring culture’ guy. But I’ve benefitted from that,” he said (39:40 mark). “I know I have a lot of flaws. And I think there should be tiers of the Hall of Fame. … I’m not a Hall of Famer, if you ask me. No, no, no. Читать дальше...
Barry Jackson: This was how it was described tonight by non Heat person who spoke with Portland FO. This is first time I’ve gotten sense Blazers would like to make [Damian Lillard] deal before camp, if they get what they want. (Big if) Heat obviously still in this despite passive Portland approach with Miami
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Outside Phoenix, Ayton is viewed as an enticing piece who could help facilitate a Lillard trade. Sources in Portland confirmed that Deandre Ayton’s name has come up multiple times over the last few weeks, and PHNX Sports reported last year that the Blazers had interest in the Suns big man. DA only turned 25 years old over the summer, and Portland believes he’d be sellable to the fanbase as a young, former first overall pick with room to grow in the right change of scenery. The Suns have not been actively shopping Ayton in any way... Читать дальше...
Dru Star: “Damian Lillard is going to be traded very soon. I’m expecting a Damian Lillard trade imminently. It’s imminent. I would even probably say within the next 24 hours. I am expecting, from what I’m hearing, a Damian Lillard trade” @Gambo987 of @BurnsAndGambo
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Clutch Points: “Ain’t no friends in this business.” Heat guard Tyler Herro posts a cryptic IG story after reports that a Damian Lillard trade could happen in the next 24 hours 👀 pic.twitter.com/bicnsk6Iiv
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And while he keeps his personal goals close to the vest, Cade Cunningham is placing a considerable amount of focus on taking the Detroit Pistons towards championship contention. “Of course, being healthy and being available for my team. that’s the biggest goal. And then most importantly, just winning games. I want to take a leap for next year and get closer to being a championship caliber team.”
Source: Tomer Azarly @ Clutch Points
Evan Sidery: The Mavericks, 76ers and Bucks have all shown interest in Buddy Hield, per @ShamsCharania : “You look at teams like Dallas, Philly, Milwaukee. Those are the types of teams that could definitely use a shooter like Buddy Hield. They’ve had a level of interest in him over the last several months, but of course no deal has happened yet.” Shams also mentioned a deal for Hield likely won’t happen until after the regular season begins.
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John Gambadoro: Let me address some of the Deandre Ayton rumors. The Suns have not been willing to move DA all summer because they think he fits well and there were no offers that would change that. If Jusuf Nurkic was on the table I would be surprised if the Suns didn’t look into it because an argument could be made that is an upgrade for Phx. This would be contingent on Damian Lillard being moved. Portland has previously shown no interest in DA but that was with Dame staying. If they do not... Читать дальше...