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With limited roster and cap space, the Knicks made a pretty big gamble about a year ago in free agency. While using their mid-level exception on Guerschon Yabusele would prove to ultimately be riskier, it was pretty eye-opening to see the team sign Jordan Clarkson, a high-usage, low-shot-quality microwave scorer who had played on a destitute Utah Jazz team for …

LeBron James is golfing. He’s trolling comedian Kevin Hart. He’s watching his daughter swim. He’s celebrating the 10-year anniversary of the 2016 Cavaliers team he carried to the franchise’s only title. Meanwhile, all eyes are on him, dissecting his social media posts as though they were clues in an Escape Room. LeBron James is about to enter his unprecedented 24th NBA …

The Lakers bounced back from the defeat to kick off the California Classic with a victory over the Heat in sudden death double overtime on Sunday, 93-91. After a late comeback in the fourth quarter to tie the game, the Lakers needed a couple of extra sessions to earn the win, that coming on a putback layup from Anton Watson. …

The Nets couldn’t close it out in their first Summer League game against the Kings, and depending on how much stock you want to put into the exhibition matchups, there were plenty of positives to take away. One being Egor Dëmin, who dropped 23 points and looked like a Summer League veteran. They also played stellar defense against Darius Acuff …

At this point in the offseason, it’s very clear the Lakers are focused on opening up cap space in order to sign a wing, a glaring hole on the team’s current roster. What also appears to be clear is that, for now, the focus is not on re-signing one of their free agents, but bringing a new player in. Advertisement …

When the Phoenix Suns acquired Miles Bridges, a plethora of questions entered my mind. And one of the first was whether or not they would extend him. He is entering the final year of his contract at $22.8 million, so the possibility existed that Phoenix moved off the $29 million owed to Grayson Allen and Royce O’Neale to save money …

At 22 years old, Adou Thiero can barely believe he’s fielding the questions meant for veterans. This is still the Lakers forward’s first summer league after all. The former second-round pick is hoping to use the experience as an important stepping stone, building up his game while also establishing a leadership voice. Advertisement Thiero, who missed last year’s summer league …

The Bucks were blown out 89-69 in their second game in the California Classic on Sunday afternoon. Missing rookies Brayden Burries, Nate Ament, and Malique Lewis, Milwaukee was led by B.J. Boston (18 points, 3 boards) and Kira Lewis Jr. (13 points, 3 rebounds, 4 assists). Ben Humrichous and Hunter Sallis led the Nets with 15 points each. The Bucks …

Well, well, well, that didn’t take long. Mr. Grass is Always Greener Kevin Durant, who came to the Houston Rockets just last season, is already gazing longingly at another franchise and potential teammate, as Brett Siegel of Clutch Point is reporting that Durant has a desire to go to Detroit and play with Cade Cunningham. In addition, apparently the Rockets …

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Even if the Lakers are going to have quite the task this summer to replace LeBron James’ production, isn’t nice to finally not be held hostage during the summer? While many teams around the league are lining up to put themselves in a situation that appeals to LeBron, the Lakers are going about their business any care in the world …

Mitchell Robinson was in doubt to start the NBA Finals after undergoing surgery on his hand in the week before the series began. While he played through it — and played a key role in the Knicks’ title — the cause of the injury was never explained. Until now, when Robinson explained it in a Facebook post on Sunday. Advertisement …

This was a complicated season for Donovan Mitchell. The Cleveland Cavaliers aren’t in a position to make a deep playoff run if Mitchell doesn’t carry them through a turbulent regular season. Simultaneously, the disappointing four-game sweep in the Eastern Conference Finals can be laid more at the feet of Mitchell than anyone else on the roster. Regular Season Stats Advertisement …

Former Knicks center Mitchell Robinson finally revealed Sunday morning how he broke his hand before the NBA Finals, stating he banged on one of his trucks after learning his brother had been in a car accident. Robinson, who signed a three-year, $47.4 contract with the rival Celtics in free agency after helping the Knicks win their first NBA championship in …

After an underwhelming debut in this year’s California Classic tournament, the Lakers look to bounce back against the Miami Heat on Sunday. This is their first game of a back-to-back with the finale against the San Antonio Spurs taking place on Monday. Start time and TV schedule Who: Los Angeles Lakers vs. Miami Heat Advertisement When: 1:30 p.m. PT, July 5 Where: Chase Center …

Love it or hate it, the New York Knicks and Los Angeles Lakers keep getting linked to the same big men in the free-agent market. After the Knicks took the lead in the race for veteran New Orleans Pelicans center Kevon Looney, edging the Lakers to it, it’s the Los Angeles mob who has now seemingly overtaken New York in …

We’re into the sixth day of NBA free agency, and amazingly, the top names on this list are the ones that were there when free agency started. That’s not a shock with the restricted free agents, that’s a battle of leverage, and in the case of LeBron James, he is taking his time and letting the market play out. A …

Former New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson’s status at the start of the NBA Finals was in question due to a hand issue. He was able to play through it but released a statement Sunday adding context to the injury. The center clarified the hand injury was actually pertaining to his knuckles. Robinson stated via social media the injury stemmed …

Former New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson’s status at the start of the NBA Finals was in question due to a hand issue. He was able to play through it but released a statement on Sunday adding context to the injury. The center clarified that the hand injury was actually an injury to his knuckles. Robinson stated that the injury …

Want to get more Covers content? Add us as a preferred source on your Google account here. Saturday’s four-game Summer League slate didn’t disappoint, and there are four more games on tap today as the California Classic heads into its third day of action. Advertisement I’m all in on the Sacramento Kings and Darius Acuff Jr. as they face the …

Kings’ Darius Acuff Jr. recalls takeaways from ‘studying’ NBA games at home originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Programming note: Kings Draft Review with Deuce Mason debuts at 4 p.m. PT on Sunday on NBC Sports California. When it comes to performance on the hardwood, Kings rookie Darius Acuff Jr. proved what he can do. But while he was …

LONDON, ENGLAND – JUNE 21: Larry the cat at Number 10 Downing Street on June 21, 2026 in London, England. The prime minister is facing calls to announce a timeline for his departure from office ahead of an expected leadership challenge by Andy Burnham, who is re-entering parliament after his victory in the Makerfield by-election. (Photo by Ben Montgomery/Getty Images) …

The 2024-25 season was one of the most successful in franchise history for the Westchester Knicks. They won a franchise-record 22 regular-season games, captured a second straight NBA G League Winter Showcase title (the first team ever to repeat), and advanced to the Eastern Conference semifinals. The season reinforced Westchester’s reputation as one of the league’s best developmental programs . …

This year’s iteration of the Toronto Raptors Summer League team has high expectations. Last summer, the Raptors made it to the semi-finals before falling to the Sacramento Kings. The Raptors brought a defence-first roster headlined by Collin Murray-Boyles, Jamal Shead, Ja’Kobe Walter, Jonathan Mogbo, Ulrich Chomche, and Chucky Hepburn. The group was flanked by veterans like A.J. Lawson and Jamison …

Ever since the Lamelo Ball trade (which remains yet to be completed), Timberwolves fans have been focused on one question: Will LeBron James be coming to Minnesota? The answer is obviously yes, as he will inevitably play either for or against the Wolves at some point in the coming season, his record-setting 24th (how?) season. Whether LeBron is on the …