The Clippers‘ decision to sign Kevin Porter Jr. to a two-year contract is “in no way (meant to) downplay, diminish or condone domestic violence,” president of basketball operations Lawrence Frank told Law Murray of The Athletic on Monday. Porter reached a plea agreement of a third-degree reckless assault misdemeanor in January after having been originally charged last fall with … [Read more...] about Pacific Notes: Porter, Clippers, Lakers, Suns, O’Neale
Charania’s Latest: Markkanen, Warriors, Ingram, Bucks, Trent, Westbrook, More
The Warriors have been the “most engaged” trade suitor for Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen this offseason, but the two teams are divided on what a potential Golden State package would look like, writes Shams Charania of The Athletic. According to Charania, the Warriors have discussed an offer that would center around Moses Moody and a number of draft assets, including multiple … [Read more...] about Charania’s Latest: Markkanen, Warriors, Ingram, Bucks, Trent, Westbrook, More
Trade Rumors: DeRozan, Kings, Lakers, Grant, Cavs, Finney-Smith, Okoro, More
While the Kings are among the teams believed to have some interest in Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram, there has been a growing sense entering the weekend that Sacramento is more focused on free agent forward DeMar DeRozan, league sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Earlier reporting from Adrian Wojnarowski named the Kings as a legitimate suitor for DeRozan, who would … [Read more...] about Trade Rumors: DeRozan, Kings, Lakers, Grant, Cavs, Finney-Smith, Okoro, More
Lakers Re-Sign LeBron James To Two-Year Deal
JULY 6: The Lakers have officially re-signed James, the team announced today in a press release. “No one plays the game like LeBron James, and his commitment to continuous performance and long-term sustained excellence is unmatched,” Lakers head of basketball operations Rob Pelinka said in a statement. “LeBron is one of the most dynamic and competitive players to ever take the … [Read more...] about Lakers Re-Sign LeBron James To Two-Year Deal
Raptors Notes: Mitchell, Vezenkov, Agbaji, Diallo, Dick
The Raptors believe Davion Mitchell will bring a perimeter defensive presence they lacked last season, writes Josh Lewenberg of TSN. The 25-year-old was acquired from the Kings in a trade on the second night of the draft to fill Toronto’s need for a backup point guard. “I’m trying to bring leadership, defensive mindset, being that dog, just doing the little things on the … [Read more...] about Raptors Notes: Mitchell, Vezenkov, Agbaji, Diallo, Dick