James Harden played a central role in recruiting Bradley Beal to the Los Angeles Clippers, sources told Shams Charania of ESPN. "I'm told James Harden was a focal point in recruiting Bradley Beal internally but also speaking directly to Beal and his camp," said Charania. "The Clippers really view Bradley Beal as a perfect fit alongside Kawhi Leonard and James Harden." Beal … [Read more...] about James Harden Was ‘Focal Point’ In Recruiting Bradley Beal To Clippers
Lakers Receive No Trade Or Buyout Request From LeBron James
LeBron James is expected to remain with the Los Angeles Lakers for training camp despite widespread speculation about his future, according to league sources who spoke with The Athletic. The Lakers have received no indication from James or his representatives about requesting a trade or buyout from his $52.6 million contract. James appeared at the Thomas & Mack Center on … [Read more...] about Lakers Receive No Trade Or Buyout Request From LeBron James
Bradley Beal’s Decision To Leave Suns For Clippers ‘About Basketball’, Avoiding Another Lost Season
When Jordan Ott was hired as head coach of the Phoenix Suns this offseason, he met with Bradley Beal to present him with some ideas on how he could be used during the upcoming season. Beal's usage rate dropped last season under Mike Budenholzer and he was moved to a bench role. Beal averaged 17 points per game and remained an efficient scorer, but his production no longer … [Read more...] about Bradley Beal’s Decision To Leave Suns For Clippers ‘About Basketball’, Avoiding Another Lost Season
Mavericks Not Interested In Trading For LeBron James
The Dallas Mavericks do not have interest in trading for LeBron James due to how they would be forced to completely remake their roster in the process to find a workable trade, sources tell The Athletic. The Mavericks have previously been linked with James as a potential destination and have a pair of his former teammates on their roster in Anthony Davis and Kyrie Irving. The … [Read more...] about Mavericks Not Interested In Trading For LeBron James
Clippers Open Up Ability To Sign Both Chris Paul, Bradley Beal
The Los Angeles Clippers have interest in signing both Chris Paul and Bradley Beal this offseason. The Clippers have been linked with Paul and Beal, but they are not facing an either or scenario after completing a number of roster moves to create the roster spots and cap mechanisms to add both. The Clippers are $8.9 million under the first apron hard cap with three open roster … [Read more...] about Clippers Open Up Ability To Sign Both Chris Paul, Bradley Beal