Many of the NBA Summer League rosters consist of drafted and undrafted rookies as well as second-year players. There are instances, though, when guys who have spent a few seasons in the NBA participate in hopes of strengthening their case of getting back into the league. Here are five players on Summer League rosters that are former first round picks. All five of them are … [Read more...] about Summer League Players Hoping For Another Shot In NBA
Cavs to Give Young Star $224 Million
Amidst a relatively quiet offseason for the Cleveland Cavaliers, they have been trying to keep their core together. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst reports the Cavs are willing to offer Evan Mobley the five-year maximum on his next contract. Mobley is eligible for a five-year 224 million dollar deal this summer. Let’s dive into what this means for all sides. The Cavaliers are expected … [Read more...] about Cavs to Give Young Star $224 Million
Sixers’ All-Star Teases Raptors Team Up With Former Teammate
Philadelphia 76ers swingman Paul George dropped a bombshell in the latest episode of Podcast P with Paul George. A man with no qualms about changing teams, the nine-time All-Star reveals that he nearly signed with the Toronto Raptors to join now former teammate Kawhi Leonard after his championship run. Interestingly, the Raptors were considered the favorites to sign Leonard at … [Read more...] about Sixers’ All-Star Teases Raptors Team Up With Former Teammate
Former Top-5 Pick Reportedly Sign and Trade Candidate
The Cleveland Cavaliers have had a relatively quiet free agency period so far, but that might change soon. According to Michael Scotto, former top-5 draft pick Isaac Okoro is reportedly on the trade market. Okoro, a restricted free agent this offseason, will likely be involved in a sign-and-trade deal. Former Top-5 Pick Reportedly Sign and Trade Candidate Isaac Okoro, 23, … [Read more...] about Former Top-5 Pick Reportedly Sign and Trade Candidate
Cavs’ Coaching Hire A Layered Front Office Decision
The Cleveland Cavaliers have hired New York Knicks associate head coach Johnnie Bryant, per ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. Bryant will take the same position in Cleveland. The 38-year-old was among the candidates to interview for their head coaching position after they parted ways with J.B. Bickerstaff. New York Knicks assistant Johnnie Bryant has agreed on a deal to become … [Read more...] about Cavs’ Coaching Hire A Layered Front Office Decision