INGLEWOOD — Clippers center Ivica Zubac sat at his locker, musing over Sunday night’s game that left him shy of 20 rebounds. The 7-foot-1 center was pulled late in a blowout victory over the Lakers. “It is what it is,” he said after posting his 27th double-double of the season (21 points, 19 rebounds). It was another stellar game for the Clippers’ big man, except for that one … [Read more...] about Clippers’ steady Ivica Zubac has everyone taking notice
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15.6 PPG ‘Perfect’ Candidate For Celtics, Lakers, Kings, And Knicks
Brooklyn Nets Forward, Bojan Bogdanovic has returned to on-court activities, according to a report by the New York Post. Bojan is still awaiting clearance to suit up and play. Bogdanovic last saw live action during the postseason with the New York Knicks, where he dealt with multiple injuries. A left foot injury and a wrist issue sidelined him for months, delaying his debut … [Read more...] about 15.6 PPG ‘Perfect’ Candidate For Celtics, Lakers, Kings, And Knicks
LeBron James Knows Lakers Need Another Trade
JJ Redick appealed to the growth process following his team’s latest loss to their city rivals, the Los Angeles Clippers. The purple and gold didn’t have it against the Clips, and Lakers superstar LeBron James is actively aware another trade has to come. To his credit, GM Rob Pelinka has made a trade already, but given LeBron’s recent comments, Pelinka needs to make a … [Read more...] about LeBron James Knows Lakers Need Another Trade
Top 5 Teams that Might Make a Financial Trade
The NBA has set the luxury tax threshold for teams at $170.8 million this year. That means that teams over that threshold will pay extra tax money for their salaries. Teams generally prefer to stay under the luxury tax threshold unless they are a championship contender. Even playoff teams that are close to the cap, often look to avoid it if possible. Fun fact: the Indiana … [Read more...] about Top 5 Teams that Might Make a Financial Trade
10 Teams That Can Benefit From Bruce Brown Buyout
The Toronto Raptors are looking at their options with Bruce Brown, whose two-year, $45 million contract expires in the offseason. In fact, they’re a team who could look to help facilitate a Jimmy Butler trade. By offering Brown to the Miami Heat, they could help them move Butler but still get their desired cap relief. If they can’t find the right deal for Brown, then the … [Read more...] about 10 Teams That Can Benefit From Bruce Brown Buyout