This past offseason, Miles Bridges ultimately re-signed with the Charlotte Hornets on a three-year, $75 million contract as an unrestricted free agent but he also received interest from the LA Clippers and Cleveland Cavaliers. "Yeah, the Clippers are a great organization," Bridges said. "They wanted me, the (Cleveland) Cavaliers wanted me. But at the same time I was just … [Read more...] about Miles Bridges Confirms He Received Free Agent Interest From Clippers, Cavaliers
Rob Pelinka: Lakers Could Trade First-Round Picks To Secure Sustained Excellence
Los Angeles Lakers GM Rob Pelinka recently met with the media ahead of training camp. When the topic of roster building came up, Pelinka said he's open to trading first-round picks if the right deal came along. "I think the philosophy that (Lakers coach) JJ (Redick) and I are aligned on is we want to build sustainable Lakers excellence," Pelinka said. "And I think, when we talk … [Read more...] about Rob Pelinka: Lakers Could Trade First-Round Picks To Secure Sustained Excellence
Kawhi Leonard Underwent Procedure On Knee In May, Will Miss Start Of Training Camp
Kawhi Leonard underwent a procedure on his knee in May, sources tell The Athletic. Leonard only played in Games 2 and 3 of the Los Angeles Clippers' first round playoff series against the Dallas Mavericks due to soreness in his knee. Leonard will be limited to strengthening his knee as the Clippers start training camp, but the team is optimistic about his progress. Leonard did … [Read more...] about Kawhi Leonard Underwent Procedure On Knee In May, Will Miss Start Of Training Camp
Blake Hinson Waived By Lakers From Two-Way
The Los Angeles Lakers have waived Blake Hinson from his Two-Way contract. Hinson signed a Two-Way contract with he Lakers this offseason after he went undrafted out of Pittsburgh. In eight Summer League games with the Lakers, Hinson averaged 10.9 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 20.8 minutes. … [Read more...] about Blake Hinson Waived By Lakers From Two-Way
Lakers, Christian Koloko Agree To Contract
The Los Angeles Lakers and center Christian Koloko have agreed to a contract. When Koloko receives clearance from the NBA's Fitness to Play panel, he'll sign his deal with the Lakers. Koloko missed last season due to blood clots. The Toronto Raptors waived the promising young center in mid-January. During his rookie season, Koloko averaged 3.1 points, 2.9 rebounds and a block … [Read more...] about Lakers, Christian Koloko Agree To Contract