As the Lakers turn over every stone in search of a center, they are in the race for Deandre Ayton following his buyout from the Trail Blazers. The hold on Ayton, however, may have also hindered the Lakers’ plans of signing a familiar veteran center. Report: Ayton Free Agency Throws Wrench in Lakers Plans Latest on Lakers Pursuit of Ayton During live coverage of this year’s free … [Read more...] about Report: Ayton Free Agency Throws Wrench in Lakers Plans
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Spurs Sign Celtics Fan Favorite To $41 Million Deal
SAN ANTONIO –San Antonio Spurs have signed free agent center Luke Kornet to a four-year, $41 million contract. ESPN reports that agent Max Wiepking of Gersh Sports finalized the terms. Luke Kornet’s deal strengthens the Spurs’ frontcourt depth as the team eyes a return to playoff relevance. Kornet, 30, emerged as a surprising force for the Boston Celtics last season. He … [Read more...] about Spurs Sign Celtics Fan Favorite To $41 Million Deal
Hawks, Timberwolves Complete Much Anticipated Sign-And-Trade
The Minnesota Timberwolves have agreed to a sign-and-trade that will bring 3-and-D guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker to the Atlanta Hawks on a four-year, $62 million deal, according to ESPN senior insider Shams Charania. Hawks, Timberwolves Complete Much Anticipated Nickeil Alexander-Walker Sign-And-Trade Alexander-Walker’s new contract is highly favorable for him. It includes not … [Read more...] about Hawks, Timberwolves Complete Much Anticipated Sign-And-Trade
Brook Lopez Ends Up in Los Angeles, but with the Clippers
Brook Lopez was one of the more coveted big men in free agency, and in the end, he chose the Los Angeles Clippers. To be fair, the Los Angeles Lakers probably never made an offer because they switched their offseason strategy. For a while, Lopez to LA was a done deal, and when everyone expected him to sign with the Lakers, he went for the “second team” in Los Angeles. Brook … [Read more...] about Brook Lopez Ends Up in Los Angeles, but with the Clippers
Detroit Pistons Start 2025 Free Agency With Smart, Sneaky Moves
The Detroit Pistons have kicked off their 2025 free agency by locking in two notable deals. First, they re-signed Paul Reed to a two-year, $11 million contract. Shortly after, they agreed to a two-year, $29 million deal with former University of Michigan alumnus Caris LeVert. These signings come as a bright spot amid a turbulent start to the offseason. Malik Beasley, once … [Read more...] about Detroit Pistons Start 2025 Free Agency With Smart, Sneaky Moves