The Cavaliers intend to sign No. 49 overall pick Tyrese Proctor to a multiyear NBA contract, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Twitter link). While most players in Proctor’s draft range will likely get two-way deals, the Cavs will benefit from a luxury tax perspective from having Proctor on their 15-man roster on the rookie minimum. They were also thrilled that they … [Read more...] about Draft Notes: Proctor, Niang, Markovic, Grizzlies, Olbrich, Shulga
Bulls Issue Qualifying Offer To Josh Giddey
The Bulls have tendered a qualifying offer to guard Josh Giddey, making him a restricted free agent, according to RealGM’s log of NBA transactions. Giddey’s qualifying offer, which is determined by his draft slot, is a one-year contract offer worth roughly $11.14MM, but it essentially serves as a placeholder while he and the Bulls work out a new contract agreement — or while he … [Read more...] about Bulls Issue Qualifying Offer To Josh Giddey
Lakers Trading 55th Pick, Cash To Bulls For 45th Pick
The Lakers are trading the 55th pick of the 2025 draft and cash to the Bulls for tonight’s 45th selection, reports Shams Charania of ESPN (via Twitter). As Keith Smith of Spotrac tweets, the Lakers will now be hard-capped at the second tax apron for the 2025/26 season because they are sending out cash in the deal. Bulls GM Marc Eversley said during a Wednesday night press … [Read more...] about Lakers Trading 55th Pick, Cash To Bulls For 45th Pick
Trade Rumors: Lakers, Wiggins, Knicks, Celtics, Cavs, Bulls
After previously reporting that the Lakers checked in with the Heat to inquire on Andrew Wiggins‘ price, Anthony Irwin of ClutchPoints says the two teams have continued to explore the possibility of a Wiggins trade, though nothing is imminent. As Irwin details, Rui Hachimura and his expiring contract would likely be the centerpiece of any deal, with another expiring contract … [Read more...] about Trade Rumors: Lakers, Wiggins, Knicks, Celtics, Cavs, Bulls
Bulls Select Noa Essengue With 12th Overall Pick
The Bulls have used the 12th overall pick in this year’s draft to select Noa Essengue, the first international prospect to come off the board. Essengue, a 6’10” forward from France, signed with Ratiopharm Ulm in July 2023. He spent most of his first season with Ulm’s developmental team, but played a key role for the German club this past season, averaging 12.4 points, 5.3 … [Read more...] about Bulls Select Noa Essengue With 12th Overall Pick