The Hawks‘ trade of Dejounte Murray will make the roster cheaper, more coherent, and a better fit around star guard Trae Young, The Athletic’s John Hollinger writes. However, it’s not clear whether Young remains in the franchise’s long-term plans. While the roster might fit better together now, the Hawks have gone 161-157 over the past four seasons and don’t necessarily appear … [Read more...] about Southeast Notes: Atlanta, Young, Butler, Ware, Hornets
Free Agent Rumors: KCP, George, Thompson, Bridges, More
Nuggets swingman Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, who is declining his 2024/25 player option and becoming an unrestricted free agent, appears more likely than not to switch teams this offseason, Marc Stein writes at Substack, citing league sources. Stein, who has previously mentioned the Sixers and Magic as potential suitors for Caldwell-Pope, once again names them as teams who are … [Read more...] about Free Agent Rumors: KCP, George, Thompson, Bridges, More
Trade Rumors: Kings, Wizards, THJ, Grizzlies, Rockets
In the minutes and hours leading up to their No. 13 pick in tonight’s draft, the Kings were engaged in trade talks involving that selection, according to Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee (Twitter link). Sacramento ultimately used that pick to select Providence guard Devin Carter and it doesn’t appear that there are any plans to trade him, but it seems safe to assume the … [Read more...] about Trade Rumors: Kings, Wizards, THJ, Grizzlies, Rockets
Pelicans Promote Bryson Graham To General Manager
JUNE 25: The Pelicans have officially named Graham their new general manager, confirming the promotion in a press release. “Over his 14 NBA seasons, Bryson has built a stellar reputation throughout the NBA,” executive VP of basketball operations David Griffin said in a statement. “First and foremost, he is recognized for the strength of his character. His work ethic, basketball … [Read more...] about Pelicans Promote Bryson Graham To General Manager
Lee’s Staff Filled With New Faces
Not only did the Hornets have a head coaching change, the entire staff has been overhauled, Roderick Boone of the Charlotte Observer reports.As previously noted here, Lamar Skeeter, Chris Jent and Josh Longstaff have been hired away from other organizations to head up Charles Lee‘s staff with the Hornets. They’ll be joined by Ryan Frazier, Zach Peterson, Matt Hill and Blaine … [Read more...] about Lee’s Staff Filled With New Faces