The Bulls have been receiving interest in point guard Tre Jones and forward/center Jalen Smith over the past few weeks, writes Julia Poe of The Chicago Tribune. While Jones seems to be available, Poe suggests the Bulls are unlikely to trade Smith unless they get an appealing offer. Both Jones and Smith have guaranteed contracts for next season. Jones’ deal also features a $8MM … [Read more...] about Trade Rumors: Jones, Smith, Bulls, Kings, Cavs, Sharpe
NBA Announces 2026 All-Star Reserves
The NBA has announced its 2026 All-Star reserves, revealing this year’s honorees on NBC ahead of the Knicks/Lakers matchup (Twitter links). The following players will join the 10 All-Star starters the league announced on Monday, January 19. Eastern Conference Reserves: Guard: Donovan Mitchell (Cavaliers) Guard: Norman Powell (Heat) Frontcourt: Jalen Johnson (Hawks) Frontcourt: … [Read more...] about NBA Announces 2026 All-Star Reserves
Clippers President Lawrence Frank Agrees To Multiyear Extension
The Clippers have caught fire over the past five weeks and now their top executive is reaping the benefits. President of basketball operations Lawrence Frank has agreed to a multiyear contract extension, four league sources tell The Athletic’s Joe Vardon and Sam Amick. While terms haven’t been disclosed, the extension is believed to be for four years. Other senior staff members … [Read more...] about Clippers President Lawrence Frank Agrees To Multiyear Extension
Bulls More Likely To Trade White Than Dosunmu
Bulls guards Coby White, Ayo Dosunmu, and Tre Jones have all drawn interest from potential trade partners leading up to next Thursday’s deadline, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Substack link). However, one of those players appears more likely to be dealt than the others. Fischer identifies White as the Bulls guard who is the best bet to be on the move in the next … [Read more...] about Bulls More Likely To Trade White Than Dosunmu
Trade Rumors: Ellis, Hunter, Ball, Bucks, Sochan, Deadline
In addition to the Cavaliers, the Lakers, Pacers, Spurs and Celtics are among the many suitors for Kings guard Keon Ellis, sources tell Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Substack link). The Timberwolves and Knicks have also been mentioned as teams interested in Ellis. The 26-year-old is an intriguing trade candidate because his $2.3MM expiring contract makes him an … [Read more...] about Trade Rumors: Ellis, Hunter, Ball, Bucks, Sochan, Deadline