Bradley Beal is owed a 25% advance payment for next season's salary on July 15, sources told Marc Stein of The Stein Line. The payment, worth more than $13 million, could explain why Beal's buyout process with the Suns has been slow to unfold. Although Beal will receive the payment even if he agrees to a buyout with the Suns, he could still wait for it to go through before … [Read more...] about Bradley Beal Owed 25% Advance Payment For 2025-26 Salary On July 15
LeBron James Has Not Asked For Trade From Lakers; Four Teams Contacted Rich Paul With Interest
LeBron James has not asked for a trade from the Los Angeles Lakers, Rich Paul told Dave McMenamin of ESPN. "Paul made it clear to me that LeBron has not asked for a trade, and Paul has not even discussed the possibility of wanting a trade in the future with the Lakers," reported McMenamin from Summer League. Speculation has increased over James' future with the Lakers after he … [Read more...] about LeBron James Has Not Asked For Trade From Lakers; Four Teams Contacted Rich Paul With Interest
Suns, Clippers Still Considering Signing Chris Paul
The Phoenix Suns and Los Angeles Clippers are still deciding whether to sign Chris Paul, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. Paul, who already turned down interest from the Hornets, is looking to play close to his Los Angeles home. Paul is looking for starting opportunities for what he says would be his final season in the league. The Clippers currently have the cap and … [Read more...] about Suns, Clippers Still Considering Signing Chris Paul
LeBron James Responding To Lakers’ Signals They’re Moving On From Him After 2025-26
LeBron James understands the Los Angeles Lakers' decision to pivot to building around Luka Doncic given the fact one player is nearing retirement and the other is in the middle of his prime. However, nuance was sometimes lost during the transition as the organization made clear their priorities had changed. The Lakers acquired Doncic in a February trade for Anthony Davis, … [Read more...] about LeBron James Responding To Lakers’ Signals They’re Moving On From Him After 2025-26
Brook Lopez Pivoted To Clippers After LeBron James’ Status With Lakers Became Uncertain
Brook Lopez was strongly linked with the Los Angeles Lakers ahead of the start of free agency, but he quickly came to agreement with the Los Angeles Clippers on a two-year, $18 million deal. Sources tell ESPN that the uncertainty surrounding the future of LeBron James with the Lakers contributed to his decision to sign with the Clippers. Lopez will have a backup role with the … [Read more...] about Brook Lopez Pivoted To Clippers After LeBron James’ Status With Lakers Became Uncertain