ESPN’s Shams Charania recently reported that the Hawks were considered likely to remain in pursuit of Mavericks big man Anthony Davis after clearing Trae Young‘s salary from their books for next season. However, a Davis deal between the two teams looks unlikely at this juncture, sources tell Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com. While Atlanta has a level of interest in Davis, … [Read more...] about Trade Rumors: Davis, Hawks, Raptors, Zion, Bulls
Central Notes: Kawamura, J. Smith, Pistons, Turner
The medical condition that prompted the Bulls to waive two-way guard Yuki Kawamura in October was a blood clot in his lower right leg, per K.C. Johnson of the Chicago Sports Network (Twitter links). The team re-signed Kawamura earlier this week. As Julia Poe of the Chicago Tribune (subscription required) writes, head coach Billy Donovan explained on Wednesday that the Bulls … [Read more...] about Central Notes: Kawamura, J. Smith, Pistons, Turner
Siegel’s Latest: Sabonis, Raptors, Bucks, Warriors, Nets, White, Lakers
After buying low on Brandon Ingram at last season’s trade deadline, could the Raptors seek out a similar move this February? According to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints, Kings center Domantas Sabonis is one name that has been continually linked to Toronto. The Raptors’ interest in Sabonis was first reported in December by Jake Fischer and has since been corroborated by several … [Read more...] about Siegel’s Latest: Sabonis, Raptors, Bucks, Warriors, Nets, White, Lakers
Jonathan Kuminga Unlikely To Play Again For Warriors During Trade Talks
There’s a general consensus in the Warriors organization that Jonathan Kuminga has played his final game in their uniform and will be traded before the February deadline, Brett Siegel of Clutch Points reports. Kuminga has not played over the last nine games, including seven DNP-CDs during that stretch. Part of the reason why is that Kuminga’s representatives don’t want to risk … [Read more...] about Jonathan Kuminga Unlikely To Play Again For Warriors During Trade Talks
Central Notes: Buzelis, White, Mathurin, Feigin
The Bulls may still be wallowing in mediocrity but second-year forward Matas Buzelis continues to show improvement. He’s averaging 21.3 points, 6.7 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 1.0 blocks in three games this month. He scored 26 points in a loss to the Celtics on Monday, making 9-of-12 field goal attempts. ‘‘I think the biggest thing with him that I’ve been the most pleased with … [Read more...] about Central Notes: Buzelis, White, Mathurin, Feigin