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Dru: “[The Clippers] aren’t necessarily motivated to up their offer. Especially when they know they’ve made the best offer out there & there’s really not another active aggressive suitor for James Harden. I don’t get the sense there’s any kind of trade for Harden in the short-term” @wojespn
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Nikola Vucevic refuses to be a participant in the blame game. The Bulls big man is well aware of its existence, especially how it pertains to him, but finds it rather unnecessary to even sit down at that table, let alone join in the finger-pointing fun. His mindset? Leave that game for others to play. “The anger, so to speak, or blame directed at me has really only been on social media,’’ Vucevic said on Tuesday when discussing the underachieving Bulls the last few seasons. “Like never in the city, the arena, in person have I ever felt that.

Adrian Wojnarowski: ESPN Sources: Philadelphia 76ers star James Harden didn’t practice at Colorado State University on Tuesday but he’s expected to arrive in Colorado as soon as today to join training camp.
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He also brought in medical experts to implement extensive evaluations of his body over the summer and craft the best plan to ensure he’s durable enough to last for an 82-game season, sources close to Zion Williamson told The Athletic. He wanted to make sure there was no stone unturned in his effort to figure out how he could stay healthy.
Source: William Guillory @ The Athletic

Wes Goldberg: Kyle Lowry: “I expect to be the starting point guard.” pic.twitter.com/ELTfJfCQ1Z
Source: Twitter @wcgoldberg

I get the sense that while you didn’t perhaps like how it ended, you don’t sound bitter? Damian Lillard: Oh, not at all. You hear this is the business. The business goes this way, the business goes that way sometimes, but I just never thought that I would have a negative experience with it. But even with that being said, I don’t have a personal issue with anybody in the organization.
Source: Marc J. Spears @ Andscape

Chris Haynes: The prank Raptors forward OG Anunoby pulled on Bucks star Damian Lillard that shocked him days before actual trade: “Welcome to Toronto.”
Source: Twitter @ChrisBHaynes

Shams Charania: Free agent Reggie Bullock plans to sign with the Houston Rockets after he clears waivers, sources tell @TheAthletic @Stadium . Bullock – a 38.4% 3-point shooter over 10 NBA seasons – fielded interest from several teams following buyout and gives Houston a reliable 3&D; wing.
Source: Twitter @ShamsCharania

“I don’t remember where I said it, but I said it did not make sense to sign a contract right now because money isn’t important, but a lot of f—— money is important, so I’m going to sign it next year,” Antetokounmpo said, as the Bucks held their annual media day right before training camp kicks off this week.
Source: Sports Illustrated

Derrick Rose delivered a simple message during a recent conversation with Ja Morant: “I’m not here to babysit you. I’m not here to follow you around. I’m not here to cheerlead. … I’m here to push you.”
Source: ESPN

“Some of the sneakers that are out right now..even for athletes is just trash. So we gotta come up with the originality and bring it back to what it was like in the 90s,” was the Celtics star’s bold proclamation about sneakers from NBA players.
Source: Jay Postrado @ Clutch Points

With the 2023-24 NBA season fast approaching, today, we are here to wrap up our offseason player ranking series with the most important piece of them all: ranking the top 100 players in the NBA for 2023-24.

Jovan Buha: The last time LeBron James formally spoke to reporters, he hinted at retirement at the end of his news conference before sauntering into an offseason of sudden uncertainty. On Monday, 133 days later, at the Los Angeles Lakers’ media day ahead of the 2023-24 season, James finally addressed why he returned for his 21st season. “I feel like I got a lot more in the tank to give,” James said matter-of-factly.
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It’s hard to imagine this causing irreparable damage to the relationship between player and team, given their history together. It’s part of the business and Siakam gets that more than most. If and when an offer comes – and, according to a source, he would be open to signing an extension – any awkward posturing leading up to it will likely be water under the bridge. However, it’s clear they’re walking a fine line. “I’m under contract, right? I’m a Raptors player,” Siakam said, swatting away question... Читать дальше...

Eric Koreen: Pascal on Fred: “He bet on himself. Came through. Worked hard. … I’m just proud of him, happy for him. … Obviously sad he’s not here being a part of it. … It’s just gonna feel weird.” PS: “I don’t know how the culture has changed. I think we’ll see. We’ll find out.” “I’ve never been a selfish player in my life. I’ve always played the game the right way. … Always been a team player.”
Source: Twitter @ekoreen

“I know my value… For the teams that didn’t want me, that’s on you. For the teams that do want me, you’ll see why… Portland ain’t the best, so I’m not worried about [the Trail Blazers].” Tyler Herro on this summer’s trade rumors ??? (via @ESPNWestPalm )
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Chris Fedor: #Cavs president of basketball operstions Koby Altman says in his conversations with Ricky Rubio the topic of retirement has not come up and they are hopeful he will be with the team this coming season.
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Nurkic, instead of offering a standard response, took the opportunity to express his opinion about a prevalent aspect of American culture — the widespread ownership of guns. “I still don’t know why everybody has so many guns,” he underlined. “I still don’t understand it to this day because I feel the kids should be safer in our schools. Even if you see fake guns, whatever comes up with social media and kids having them at schools, I think it’s a bad thing. Sometimes, you can’t control certain... Читать дальше...

Nick DePaula: OFFICIAL: Draymond Green signs back with Nike. 📄 Green had worn Converse since 2020 and is now back with the Swoosh within the Nike Inc. family. pic.twitter.com/OKhDKkNDcz
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Warriors on NBCS: “If you’ve ever watched Chris [Paul] compete, he’s kind of an a–hole.” — Draymond 😅
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Leonard has maintained that he wants to play when he is healthy and cleared to play. But Leonard is also realistic about his chances to play in every game over the course of an 82-game season. “If I’m able to play, I’ll play basketball,” Leonard said. “I work out every day in the summertime to play the game, not to sit and watch people play. No league policy is helping me to play more games.”
Source: Law Murray @ The Athletic

When Clippers players arrived in Las Vegas in mid-September, they expected a weekend of demanding workouts and time with teammates. When they sat down for dinner inside a private dining room at Delilah, the high-end restaurant tucked inside the Wynn hotel, however, they did not expect the iPhones. Russell Westbrook, the starting point guard since his midseason acquisition last February and driving force behind convening the weekend mini-camp, went around the room. He purchased an iPhone 15 Pro Max ... Читать дальше...

Matt George: De’Aaron Fox on potentiallty playing for Team USA: “Things change in the future. Right now, that’s not something I’m worried about.”
Source: Twitter @MattGeorgeSAC

Michael Scotto: The San Antonio Spurs and Devin Vassell have agreed to a five-year, $146 million extension, which includes no options and is guaranteed for $135 million with $11 million in bonuses, league sources told @hoopshype.
Source: Twitter @MikeAScotto

Adrian Wojnarowski: San Antonio Spurs G Devin Vassell has agreed on a five-year, $146 million contract extension, Andrew Morrison, Rich Beda and Mitch Nathan of @CAA_Basketball tell ESPN. Vassell lands rookie scale extension as part of 2020 Draft class and solidifies himself as a Spurs cornerstone. pic.twitter.com/SUK3Y0ig8T
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