Free agent forward Miles Bridges‘ could receive $30MM+ annually on his next contract, league sources tell Jake Fischer of Yahoo Sports. However, it remains to be seen if that money will come from the Hornets or another team. According to Fischer, Charlotte is “believed to be open” to sign-and-trade concepts involving Bridges if the right opportunity arises. Sources tell Fischer … [Read more...] about Fischer’s Latest: Bridges, Bulls, Kings, Magic, Smart, More
Eastern Notes: Cavs, Atkinson, Bulls, Sixers, Knicks, Hawks
After previously reporting that James Borrego was viewed as the frontrunner for the Cavaliers‘ head coaching job, Marc Stein says (via Twitter) he heard multiple times on Friday that Kenny Atkinson‘s candidacy for the job is “gaining steam.” Atkinson was identified early in the Cavs’ search process as the potential frontrunner, but multiple reporters – including Stein and Chris … [Read more...] about Eastern Notes: Cavs, Atkinson, Bulls, Sixers, Knicks, Hawks
Free Agent Rumors: DeRozan, Harris, Eubanks, Ntilikina, Hezonja, Holiday
Although the Bulls and DeMar DeRozan have both publicly expressed interest in continuing their relationship, there’s not as much momentum toward a new deal for DeRozan as there was at this time last year for Nikola Vucevic, writes K.C. Johnson of NBC Sports Chicago. Vucevic ultimately ended up agreeing to an extension with the Bulls on June 28, two days before free agency … [Read more...] about Free Agent Rumors: DeRozan, Harris, Eubanks, Ntilikina, Hezonja, Holiday
Thunder Trade Josh Giddey To Bulls For Alex Caruso
The Thunder have officially traded Josh Giddey to the Bulls for Alex Caruso, the two teams confirmed in press releases. The full trade breakdown when the news broke yesterday can be found here. While Chicago’s statement doesn’t have any quotes from the front office, Thunder head of basketball operations Sam Presti was remarkably transparent, at least from his perspective, about … [Read more...] about Thunder Trade Josh Giddey To Bulls For Alex Caruso
Atlantic Notes: Randle, LaVine, Sixers, Newton, Nets, Stevens
Appearing on the latest episode of the 7PM in Brooklyn podcast (YouTube link), Knicks forward Julius Randle spoke about the frustrating process of trying to rehab his right shoulder injury during the second half of the 2023/24 season in the hopes of making it back for the playoffs, only to ultimately opt for season-ending surgery. “I’m rehabbing for two-and-a-half months, … [Read more...] about Atlantic Notes: Randle, LaVine, Sixers, Newton, Nets, Stevens