The Brooklyn Nets held a bidding way between the Los Angeles Lakers and Memphis Grizzlies when they traded Dorian Finney-Smith. There were "hard feelings emanating from the both the Grizzlies and the Nets for the way it played out," reports ESPN's Brian Windhorst. Brooklyn traded Finney-Smith to the Lakers for D'Angelo Russell, Maxwell Lewis and three second round picks. The … [Read more...] about Grizzlies, Nets Have ‘Hard Feelings’ Over Dorian Finney-Smith Negotiations
Clippers Claim Terminated Staffer Sought Millions Before Filing Lawsuit
The Los Angeles Clippers are claim a former strength and conditioning coach asked for millions of dollars from the franchise before filing his wrongful termination lawsuit in October. Randy Shelton sued the Clippers and Lawrence Frank saying he was punished for expressing concerns about how Kawhi Leonard's injuries were managed. The Clippers asked that the dispute be settled by … [Read more...] about Clippers Claim Terminated Staffer Sought Millions Before Filing Lawsuit
Lakers Won’t Change Starting Lineup, Will Bring Dorian Finney-Smith Off Bench
The Los Angeles Lakers will not change their starting lineup of LeBron James, Anthony Davis, Austin Reaves, Rui Hachimura and Max Christie following their acquisition of Dorian Finney-Smith. "We're in a good spot with our starting group right now," Redick said. "So, he'll play and he'll come off the bench, and like I've told you guys several times, I want consistency with that … [Read more...] about Lakers Won’t Change Starting Lineup, Will Bring Dorian Finney-Smith Off Bench
Dorian Finney-Smith Expected To Decline $15.8M Player Option
Dorian Finney-Smith is expected to decline his $15.8 million player option for next season and become an unrestricted free agent, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. The Lakers, who recently acquired Finney-Smith, are looking re-sign him to a long-term deal. The Lakers are also looking to trade for Jonas Valanciunas, with Gabe Vincent also on the trade market. … [Read more...] about Dorian Finney-Smith Expected To Decline $15.8M Player Option
LeBron James: I Could Probably Keep Playing At High Level For Another 5-7 Years
LeBron James turned 40 on Monday and said he believes he could play in the NBA for several more years even though he currently doesn't plan to do so. "To be honest, if I really wanted to, I could probably play this game at a high level probably for about another - it's weird that I might say this - but probably about another 5-7 years, if I wanted to," James said. "But I'm not … [Read more...] about LeBron James: I Could Probably Keep Playing At High Level For Another 5-7 Years