The Cavaliers acquired forward De’Andre Hunter in their only in-season trade in 2024/25, but Hunter’s disappointing performance so far in ’25/26 may necessitate another in-season move a year later, writes Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com (subscription required). Sources tell Fedor that the Cavaliers haven’t engaged in any meaningful trade talks with teams inquiring on their players … [Read more...] about Trade Notes: Cavs, Nets, MPJ, Grizzlies, More
LeBron James Distances Himself From Rich Paul’s Podcast Comments
After LeBron James‘ longtime agent Rich Paul raised eyebrows earlier this week by advocating for a trade involving Austin Reaves, James made it clear on Tuesday that any Lakers-related opinions Paul shares on his podcast aren’t being run by LeBron — and aren’t necessarily opinions that the four-time MVP endorses. “I think you all know by now, Rich is his own man and what Rich … [Read more...] about LeBron James Distances Himself From Rich Paul’s Podcast Comments
Injury Notes: LaVine, D. Jones, T. Young, J. Smith, C. White
After missing nine games with a left ankle sprain, Kings wing Zach LaVine will return to action on Sunday against Milwaukee, tweets James Ham of TheKingsBeat.com. Rookie center Maxime Raynaud will also be active after having an injury scare in Friday’s loss to Phoenix. LaVine is reportedly one of several players the Bucks are monitoring ahead of the trade deadline, so it’s an … [Read more...] about Injury Notes: LaVine, D. Jones, T. Young, J. Smith, C. White
Pacific Notes: Hachimura, Luka, Harden, Suns, Warriors
Although he was available on Monday, Lakers forward Rui Hachimura sat out for a seventh straight game after head coach JJ Redick learned that Hachimura would be available for just one game in the team’s back-to-back set. As Dave McMenamin of ESPN writes, Redick decided to save the forward for Tuesday’s game against Atlanta. The Lakers lost without Hachimura on Monday, falling … [Read more...] about Pacific Notes: Hachimura, Luka, Harden, Suns, Warriors
Lakers Sign Kobe Bufkin To 10-Day Contract
5:33pm: The signing is official, accordinig to a team press release. 1:29pm: The Lakers have agreed to a 10-day deal with guard Kobe Bufkin, reports Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link). The 15th overall pick in the 2023 NBA draft, Bufkin spent his first two professional seasons with the Hawks before being traded to the Nets this offseason. He was subsequently waived by … [Read more...] about Lakers Sign Kobe Bufkin To 10-Day Contract