FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Arkansas may have one of the tallest and longest basketball rosters in college basketball next season. One year after having an offensive-driven roster at all five positions, coach John Calipari has put together a team with exceptional length. Advertisement Last season’s Elite Eight and Final Four teams shared one common trait beyond star power. They overwhelmed opponents …

When Jazz rookie Darryn Peterson recently met with the Utah media, he wasn’t shy to admit who his idol is. Peterson, who starred for the University of Kansas, was asked about how his defensive skill set will follow his offensive skills. He said he wasn’t too worried about it and said he hopes to be like his idol, Kobe Bryant. …

NBA free agency is approaching and Sixers slop is trickling out. A day after the team was linked to Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade, another starting-caliber forward is reportedly on their radar. According to NBA Insider Jake Fischer, Los Angeles Clippers four man John Collins is “expected to draw interest” from the Sixers, along with the Orlando Magic and San …

We’re not even that deep into the offseason, and the stories circulating the Raptors’ trade market are getting crazy. A possible return from the 2019 champion has already been discussed, in the wake of a report from Jake Fischer. This is a rumour that has only heated up more with the reporter breaking the news that over this weekend, Toronto …

Herald Jaylen Brown blasts anonymous analytics staffer for baffling take Celtics reportedly re-signing wing to three-year extension Globe Jaylen Brown responds to report that he’d be the 7th-best player on an NBA team according to analytics Advertisement Can Jaylen Brown be like Manny Ramirez and brush off nearly being traded? Ron Harper Jr.’s here to stay in the NBA after …

Welcome back to our series connecting the Phoenix Suns and the FIFA World Cup. Last time, we explored the franchise’s origins: from its first steps to its first moments of glory, and the players who laid the foundations of one of the NBA’s most iconic franchises. Today, we’re traveling back once again to dive into a pivotal decade in Suns …

The Cleveland Cavaliers have a few challenging decisions to make with some of their own free agents, but the most interesting one will be forward Dean Wade. Despite his shooting numbers, teams recognize the importance of a tall wing defender – and a number of organizations are reportedly interested. Mike Scotto of HoopsHype reports that Wade has several potential suitors …

With the draft in the rearview mirror, the weekend has signaled the change in focus to free agency. Officially, things get underway on Tuesday. Unofficially, the rumors are coming in hot and fast. With a slew of rumors coming in quick and fast, here’s a roundup of a handful of them from Sunday. Helping Nuggets with Cam Johnson trade? The …

There are a ton of things that get discussed and considered for every team during the offseason. Teams have to consider best- and worst-case scenarios and have a multitude of pathways towards a successful offseason. It’s why Lakers President of Basketball Operations Rob Pelinka is constantly talking about optionality during press conferences, even if fans roll their eyes when he …

In the blink of an eye, the Boston Celtics went from rumored “front runners” in the Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes to the unknown aftermath of tossing franchise star Jaylen Brown into the spotlight of trade rumors. Celtics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens was willing to part ways with Brown alongside two future first-round picks, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania, before …

Well, ladies and gentlemen, the Suns made their first move outside of re-signing their key free agents, trading for Miles Bridges to address a need. Grayson Allen and Royce O’Neale were shipped out in the deal. In this deal, the Suns also sent out their 2033 unprotected first-round pick, which just became trade-eligible this offseason. In return, they pick up …

Last summer, the Lakers’ acquisition of Marcus Smart wasn’t initially considered a home-run deal. Sure, Luka Dončić pitched Smart coming to LA, and others on the team loved the move, but he was seen around the league as a player who couldn’t stay healthy. Advertisement However, the Lakers believed he’d bounce back and be a winning player again in their …

We’re just a little more than 48 hours before the official start of NBA free agency (although let’s be honest, teams have got a lot of their roster-building work done already, including things yet to officially happen). The rumors are flying fast. Here are some of the latest around the NBA. Seven teams interested in Jaylen Brown At least seven …

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The Charlotte Hornets are trading forward Miles Bridges to the Phoenix Suns, ESPN’s Shams Charania reports. In exchange, Grayson Allen, Royce O’Neale and a 2033 first-round pick are going to Charlotte. Phoenix will also receive a 2027 second-rounder in addition to Bridges. The trade is the second major transaction made by the Hornets in the past week, following LaMelo Ball …

Apparently, the Charlotte Hornets are not done wheeling and dealing yet: after sending LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves a few days ago, Charlotte now swaps Mikal Bridges to the Phoenix Suns for Grayson Allen and Royce O’ Neal. Charlotte gives up a 2029 first-round pick and a 2027 second-rounder, while Phoenix gives Charlotte a 2033 first-round pick. Advertisement Advertisement …

The college basketball season is still months away, yet things are already getting exciting. North Carolina is adding an interesting, yet fun matchup to their non-conference slate this season. NC State vs North Carolina The Tar Heels will take on NC State in a non-conference game that is tentatively scheduled for December 15th. The game is scheduled to take place …

Despite finishing with the most wins they had in a decade, the Charlotte Hornets wanted to move on from the LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges era. Meanwhile, the Phoenix Suns wanted wing depth and had their eye on Charlotte’s Miles Bridges for a couple of years. Now the two sides have reached a trade, first reported by Shams Charania of …

When the college transfer portal was installed in 2018, it opened up endless possibilities as a tool that college players can utilize to better their careers. No longer did they have to go through the outdated headaches of what it took to change schools. Now, it’s a quicker process. If you want to see how influential the transfer portal has …

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In their second major trade in a week, the Charlotte Hornets have dealt veteran forward Miles Bridges to the Phoenix Suns. The Suns are sending Grayson Allen, Royce O’Neale and a 2033 first-round pick to the Hornets for Bridges, a 2029 first-round pick and 2027 second-round pick, the Arizona Republic’s Duane Rankin has confirmed. Advertisement The deal comes after the …

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Charlotte Hornets are trading forward Miles Bridges, a 2029 first-round draft pick and a 2027 second-round pick to the Phoenix Suns for guard Grayson Allen, forward Royce O’Neale and a 2033 first-round pick, continuing their offseason shakeup, according to a person familiar with the situation. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of …

Good morning to everybody brave enough to wake up at all on Sunday. Double shout-out to the tiny crop of nutsos reading this, y’all the real MVPs. Time for some links! “Analytics nowadays (are) used to discredit and control narratives. Roll the ball out, (and) none of these guys better than me on both ends. Who does he work for? …

At long last, we got a fresh heaping of Sixers slop on Saturday. Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line reported that Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade is “expected to draw interest from various playoff teams,” including the Sixers. New Sixers president Mike Gansey was the Cavaliers’ general manager before coming to Philly, so it’s no surprise that …

There is no secret what the Lakers’ priority will be when free agency opens this week. It is the same thing it was last offseason. And it is the same thing Anthony Davis pined for before that. Find a center. Advertisement But as Luka Dončić has reportedly communicated, not just any center would suffice, he wants the Lakers to acquire …