As Luke Adams explains in our glossary entry, the two-way contract was introduced in the NBA’s 2017 collective bargaining agreement, with additional changes ratified in the 2023 CBA. Players who signed two-way deals before the season began will earn $578,577 in 2024/25, half of the rookie minimum. There are certain stipulations for players on two-way contracts. They are not … [Read more...] about Five Players On Two-Way Deals Who Could Be Promoted
Trade Rumors: Sixers, Pelicans, Nuggets, Early Movers, Simmons
The Sixers‘ slow start this fall hasn’t changed the expectation that Daryl Morey and the front office in Philadelphia will be active leading up to the February 6 trade deadline, sources tell Tim Bontemps of ESPN (Insider link). Shooting and frontcourt size are among the area the 76ers may look to address, with KJ Martin viewed as the team’s most logical trade chip due to his … [Read more...] about Trade Rumors: Sixers, Pelicans, Nuggets, Early Movers, Simmons
Lakers Notes: LeBron, Reaves, Davis, Flaws
Lakers superstar LeBron James has been away from the team this week for personal reasons, but he’ll be sidelined for Friday’s contest in Minnesota due to left foot soreness. That’s the same issue that caused him to miss Sunday’s win vs. Portland, writes Dan Woike of The Los Angeles Times. “For us, we have to be cognizant as we play more and more games, just the cumulative … [Read more...] about Lakers Notes: LeBron, Reaves, Davis, Flaws
Pacific Notes: Leonard, Monk, McDermott, Durant
The Clippers‘ wish to see Kawhi Leonard back on the court might come true by Christmas, writes Dave McMenamin of ESPN. Leonard, who has been dealing with inflammation in his right knee that dates back to spring, was able to practice for the first time on Tuesday. Coach Tyronn Lue said that barring any setbacks, Leonard could be playing again within two weeks. “Really good sign, … [Read more...] about Pacific Notes: Leonard, Monk, McDermott, Durant
Lakers Notes: LeBron, Reaves, Bronny, Slump
LeBron James was absent for personal reasons Wednesday as the Lakers held their first full practice during a break in the schedule, writes Khobi Price of The Orange County Register. After missing his first game of the season on Sunday due to soreness in his left foot, James “wasn’t in the building” Tuesday for what coach J.J. Redick called a voluntary “get what you need day.” … [Read more...] about Lakers Notes: LeBron, Reaves, Bronny, Slump