Andrew Wiggins, Kevon Looney and Gary Payton II have all been mentioned as potential trade candidates. The Warriors’ trio put on a show on Wednesday as Golden State upset Oklahoma City, Marcus Thompson II of The Athletic notes. They combined for 60 of Golden State’s 116 points. Afterward, Wiggins and Looney indicated they’d like to stay put. “Sometimes it can be disappointing … [Read more...] about Pacific Notes: Wiggins, Looney, Payton, Hayes, Bronny James, Clippers Trade Tiers
Trade Rumors: Butler, Suns, Turner, Johnson, Mathurin, Lakers
Although the Heat have lowered their asking price for Jimmy Butler, they have yet to find a trade package they like, according to Barry Jackson of The Miami Herald (Twitter links), who hears from a source that the Suns remain the most “aggressive” team in pursuit of the six-time All-Star. However, Miami still has no interest in taking on Bradley Beal and his no … [Read more...] about Trade Rumors: Butler, Suns, Turner, Johnson, Mathurin, Lakers
2025 All-Star Reserves Announced
The 2025 NBA All-Star reserves were revealed on Thursday night on TNT’s Inside the NBA and later officially announced by the league (Twitter links). 14 players will join the 10 starters announced last week in the All-Star Game in San Francisco on Feb. 16. All-Star reserves were selected by the league’s head coaches. Eastern Conference reserves: Guard: Jaylen Brown, … [Read more...] about 2025 All-Star Reserves Announced
Lakers vs. Wizards Preview and Game Thread: Can L.A. survive the absence of Anthony Davis?
Photo by Kent Smith/NBAE via Getty Images The Lakers will play their first game since losing Anthony Davis to an abdominal injury versus the struggling Wizards The Lakers will look to get back on track on Thursday versus the Washington Wizards. This will be the final time these two teams will meet this season and L.A. is looking to complete a season sweep. Start time … [Read more...] about Lakers vs. Wizards Preview and Game Thread: Can L.A. survive the absence of Anthony Davis?
The Lakers should go for it this season for Anthony Davis, not LeBron James
Photo by Jed Jacobsohn/NBAE via Getty Images It is often argued the Lakers should feel urgency to go for it this season because of LeBron James’ age, but it’s really Anthony Davis’ prime that should inspire the organization to go for it. We are exactly one week away from one of the most consequential trade deadlines of LeBron James’ storied career. And for a player who … [Read more...] about The Lakers should go for it this season for Anthony Davis, not LeBron James