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Kyrie Irving Exercises Player Option
Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving exercised his $36.9 million player option on Monday. Irving has all the talent in the world, averaging 23.1 points, 5.7 assists, and 1.3 steals while shooting 39.3% from deep throughout his career. Yet, the multi-time All-Star has been involved in constant on and off-the-court drama over the years, including his […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoDaniel Jones Not Focused On Future
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones isn't concerned about his future, specifically after the franchise declined to pick up his fifth-year option. "I don't know," Said Jones while speaking to the New York Post regarding where he'll be in 2023, "I haven't put a whole lot of time into it. I'm focused on what I'm […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoSamaje Perine May Lose Spot On The Depth Chart
Cincinnati Bengals running back Samaje Perine is currently listed as the No. 2 option on the depth chart. He finished last season by rushing for 246 yards and a touchdown off 55 touches. He also added 27 catches for 196 yards and an additional trip to the end zone. However, the Athletic's Paul Dehner Jr., […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoMarquise Brown Continues To Put In Work
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Marquise Brown has been putting in work this offseason. After minicamp ended, Hollywood continued to train, spending time in the weight room and working with former Cardinals wideout Christian Kirk, who is now in Jacksonville. Nonetheless, it's apparent Brown is committed to having the best season of his career, which is […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoChris Evans Making Case For No. 2 Spot
Cincinnati Bengals running back Chris Evans had flashes of promise during his inaugural year. He finished with only 77 yards off 17 carries. However, Evans' most significant contribution came on the receiving end, with the 24-year-old catching 15 passes for 151 yards and two touchdowns. The Athletic's Paul Dehner Jr., who's been covering the team […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoSaquon Barkley Looks To Be In Tremendous Shape
New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley recently posted pictures to his Instagram account, with the former Penn State Nittany Lion appearing to be in the best shape of his career. Although the motivation behind posting the photos isn't clear, managers hope the transformation will keep him on the field in 2022-23. Unquestionably, the 25-year-old […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoLuke Kennard Not On The Block
Los Angeles Clippers guard Luke Kennard has been rumored to be on the trade block. However, multiple sources, including president of basketball operations Lawrence Frank, have dispelled those rumblings. The 26-year-old averaged 11.9 points in 2021-22 while finishing as the league's most accurate three-point shooter. Still, even if L.A. has a change of heart and […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoSpurs Looking For Plenty In Return For Dejounte Murray
San Antonio Spurs guard Dejounte Murray has been a topic of discussion as of late. Recent rumblings have hinted at him being sent to Atlanta. However, it's clear the Spurs are looking to get a lot back for him from any team looking to acquire his services, with three first-round picks serving as the starting […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoKnicks Looking To Move Alec Burks
New York Knicks guard Alec Burks (foot) is expected to be moved. With the franchise looking to clear cap space in an attempt to land Jalen Brunson, dealing Burks and his $10 million expiring contract could be on the horizon. The 30-year-old averaged 11.7 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 3.0 assists while shooting 40.4% from deep […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoLuguentz Dort Expected To Have Salary Guaranteed
Oklahoma City Thunder forward Luguentz Dort is anticipated to have his contract fully guaranteed for 2022-23. The 23-year-old has a team option, which, if declined, would make him a restricted free agent. Yet, it appears the club has other plans, with a trade remaining a possibility. Dort averaged 17.2 points and 4.2 rebounds throughout 51 […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoKevin Durant Could Be Losing Faith In Management
Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant hasn't formally asked for a trade, at least not publicly. However, that doesn't mean there aren't rumblings suggesting the former MVP wants out. According to Ringer columnist Logan Murdock, who has provided stories about the team in the past, there is a belief that Durant may be losing faith in […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoCavs Hoping To Bring Back Ricky Rubio
Unrestricted free-agent guard Ricky Rubio (knee) continues to rehab after tearing his left ACL in December. However, that doesn't seem to be stopping the Cavaliers from looking to add him back to the roster, assuming the price is right. The 31-year-old played 38 games for Cleveland last season, averaging a respectable 13.1 points, 6.6 assists, […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoFacundo Campazzo May Return To Europe
Free-agent guard Facundo Campazzo hopes to remain in the NBA. He will likely gauge the interest of other teams throughout the league. However, if he's unsuccessful in finding a suitor, the 31-year-old hasn't ruled out returning to Europe. Campazzo was a sporadic contributor for the Nuggets over his two years with the club, averaging 5.6 […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoJohn Wall Saga May Be Ending Soon
Houston Rockets guard John Wall recently exercised his $47.4 million player option for 2022-23. While the multi-time All-Star and the organization haven't successfully reached an agreement to get him off the team, it appears things may be moving in a positive direction. With the franchise obviously in a rebuilding stage, attention will next be shifted […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoBradley Beal Expected To Re-Sign With Wizards
Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal is anticipated to decline his player option. However, according to ESPN NBA Insider Adrian Wojnarowski, he is expected to sign a five-year deal that would pay the superstar a total of $248 million. Without a doubt, the veteran has been a fantastic fantasy producer over the years, averaging 22.1 points, […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoBaker Mayfield Trade Talks At A Standstill
Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield doesn't appear any closer to being moved, with one league source indicating things are "quiet." Josina Anderson recently reported the Seahawks are once again on the radar as a potential suitor for the Heisman Trophy winner. However, Mayfield's salary remains a significant hurdle. Also, with news that Deshaun Watson is […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoVeteran Believes Constant Change Has Hindered Daniel Jones
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones hasn't had the best NFL career thus far. Since entering the league in 2019, Jones has thrown for 8,398 yards, 45 touchdowns, and 29 picks while completing just 62.8% of his throws. However, legendary signal-caller Eli Manning recently spoke up in defense of the 25-year-old, indicating that constant coaching […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoBlaine Gabbert Viewed As A "Security Blanket"
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Blaine Gabbert is viewed by head coach Todd Bowles as a "security blanket." Although Gabbert and Kyle Trask are expected to battle for the No. 2 spot on the depth chart behind Tom Brady during training camp, it appears the former has the clear edge. The veteran, who inked a deal […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoNFL Pursuing Indefinite Suspension Of Deshaun Watson
Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson is looking at an indefinite suspension. The league is pushing for it, and if successful, it would keep the signal-caller off the field for an undetermined amount of time, potentially for the entire 2022-23 campaign. Of course, the NFL Players Association will fight it. However, it likely won't do any […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoPistons No Longer Targeting Deandre Ayton?
Upcoming restricted free-agent center Deandre Ayton was reportedly on the Detroit Pistons wish list. However, after the team selected Memphis big man Jalen Duren during the 2022 NBA draft, it appears that Detroit has now had a change of heart. The 23-year-old is still likely on his way out of Phoenix, with teams like the […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoSteve Clifford Returning To Charlotte
The Hornets have hired Steve Clifford to serve as its head coach. This will be Clifford's second stint at the helm for Charlotte, holding the position for five seasons and leading the team to two playoff appearances before his departure in 2018. The 60-year-old is known for his defensive prowess. His experience guiding young up-and-coming […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoDoor Open For Andre Iguodala To Return
Free-agent forward Andre Iguodala remains undecided about his future. While there have been rumblings that he is considering calling it a career, Warriors head coach Steve Kerr and general manager Bob Myers stated that the team would welcome him back. The 38-year-old has averaged 11.4 points, 4.9 rebounds, 4.2 assists, and 1.4 steals throughout his […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoRockets Exercise Team Option On Jae'Sean Tate
The Rockets exercised the team option of forward Jae'Sean Tate. The former Ohio State Buckeye has added depth for an up-and-coming franchise throughout his two years in the NBA, and he finished 2021-22 by averaging 11.8 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 2.8 assists. The 26-year-old has been durable, appearing in 148 games since entering the league, […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoKayvon Thibodeaux Recently Suffered Hip Injury
New York Giants defensive end Kayvon Thibodeaux (hip) sat out during the team's final OTAs while missing minicamp with an undisclosed injury. However, it was recently revealed the rookie sustained a "tweaked hip" this spring. Fortunately, the ailment isn't considered serious, although head coach Brian Daboll couldn't answer if the former Oregon Duck would be […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoJoe Burrow Named "Best Young Gun"
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow has more than enough hype as he enters his third year in the NFL. The former LSU Tiger had a spectacular sophomore season. He recovered from the season-ending knee injury that cost him the remainder of his rookie year and also led the Bengals to a Super Bowl appearance. However, […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoSeahawks Back In The Hunt For Baker Mayfield
Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield remains on the roster heading toward training camp. While the 27-year-old has been a desired commodity by clubs around the NFL, a deal hasn't gotten done. However, according to Josina Anderson, the Seahawks have expressed "a high-level of interest" in trading for the signal-caller and are also prepared to give […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoBulls Take Dalen Terry With 18th Pick
Chicago selected Arizona guard Dalen Terry with the No. 18 pick of the 2022 NBA Draft. Terry averaged 8.0 points, 4.8 rebounds, 3.9 assists, and 1.2 steals in 2021-22. He is an excellent ball-handler and has the skills needed to run things at the point. Still, he isn't the most accurate shooter from deep, which […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoKevin Durant Hasn't Asked For A Trade
Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant hasn't requested a trade, at least not yet. With Kyrie Irving recently giving the organization a list of his preferred destinations, there are rumblings that Durant will be the next to leave. However, according to ESPN NBA Insider Adrian Wojnarowski, there haven't been any discussions of the sort. The veteran […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoDe'Anthony Melton Dealt To Philly
The 76ers traded the No. 23 pick of the 2022 NBA Draft to Memphis in exchange for guard De'Anthony Melton. The 24-year-old is coming off the best season of his career, finishing 2021-22 by averaging 10.8 points, 2.7 assists, and 1.4 steals. He also shot 37.4% from behind the arc and will add some much-needed […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoKemba Walker Traded To Pistons
The Knicks traded guard Kemba Walker to the Pistons on Thursday night as a part of a three-way trade with Charlotte. However, Walker isn't expected to remain in Detroit, with ESPN NBA Insider Adrian Wojnarowski reporting that both sides are already discussing a buyout. The 32-year-old has been a capable fantasy producer over the years. […]
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