Blaine 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 […]

NFL 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 […]

Pistons 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 […]

Steve 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 […]

Door 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 […]

Rockets 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, […]

Kayvon 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 […]

Joe 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, […]

Seahawks 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 […]

Bulls 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 […]

Kevin 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 […]

De'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 […]

Kemba 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. […]

AJ Griffin Heading To Atlanta At No. 16

The Atlanta Hawks selected Duke forward AJ Griffin with the No. 16 pick of the 2022 NBA Draft. Griffin could have arguably gone earlier on Thursday night. However, he will now head to Atlanta, a team that's in a quasi-rebuilding phase. The 18-year-old averaged 10.4 points and 3.9 boards while shooting a whopping 44.7% from […]

Ochai Agbaji Goes To Cleveland At No. 14

The Cavaliers selected Kansas forward Ochai Agbaji with the No. 14 pick of the 2022 NBA Draft. The 22-year-old averaged 18.8 points and 5.1 rebounds while shooting 40.9% from deep throughout 39 appearances for the Jayhawks in 2021-22. At 6'6', 215 pounds, he certainly doesn't lack size. However, he's not the best ball-handler on the […]

Oklahoma Takes Jalen Williams With 12th Pick

The Thunder selected guard Jalen Williams out of Santa Clara with the No. 12 overall selection of the 2022 NBA Draft. Williams averaged 12.6 points, 3.7 rebounds, 2.9 assists, and 1.2 blocks in three seasons with the Broncos. He also shot 35.2% from deep, including sinking 39.6% of his attempts during the 2021-22 season. He […]

Johnny Davis To Washington At No. 10

Washington selected guard Johnny Davis with the No. 10 pick of the 2022 NBA Draft. Davis finished the 2021-22 campaign by averaging 19.7 points, 8.2 boards, and 1.2 steals throughout 31 games for Wisconsin. Yet, he struggled from deep, sinking only 30.6% of his shots. He also isn't the most consistent defender, something he will […]

Kings Grab Keegan Murray With No. 4 Selection

The Sacramento Kings selected Iowa forward Keegan Murray with the No. 4 pick of the 2022 NBA Draft. With Sacramento's backcourt locked up, the franchise passed on Purdue guard Jaden Ivey. Instead, the team will get Murray, a player who averaged 23.5 points, 8.7 rebounds, and 1.9 blocks in 2021-22. He also shot 39.8% from […]

OKC Takes Chet Holmgren At No. 2

The Oklahoma City Thunder selected forward Chet Holmgren out of Gonzaga with the No. 2 pick of the 2022 NBA draft. The 20-year-old averaged 14.1 points, 9.9 boards and 3.7 blocks throughout his lone season at the collegiate level. He was also an effective shooter, draining 39% of his attempts from deep. However, his size […]

Blazers Heavily Pursuing OG Anunoby

Toronto Raptors forward OG Anunoby is reportedly on Portland's wish list ahead of the 2022 NBA draft, with the Trail Blazers rumored to be ready to deal the No. 7 overall selection. The oft-injured 24-year-old averaged a career-high 17.1 points, 5.5 boards, 2.6 assists and 1.5 steals throughout just 48 games last season. But with […]

Years, Not Salary, The Latest Hurdle For Kyrie Irving

Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving has a shot at remaining with the team. While the multi-time All-Star and the front office are reportedly in agreement on money, it's rumored both sides can't come to terms on the length of a deal. Irving, who has until June 29 to exercise his $36.9 player option, is a […]

Nicolas Batum Getting Attention From Several Teams

Free-agent forward Nicolas Batum is already getting attention moving toward July, with the Lakers, Bulls, Celtics, Suns, and Jazz rumored to be interested in acquiring his services. The veteran, who recently declined his $3.3 million player option, averaged 8.3 points, 4.3 boards, and 1.0 steals throughout 54 starts for the Clippers last year. While his […]

Trade Discussions For D'Angelo Russell To Intensify

Minnesota Timberwolves guard D'Angelo Russell has been rumored to be on the move ever since Tim Connelly agreed to become the president of basketball operations. However, while serious trade discussion haven't occurred, talks are expected to intensify ahead of Thursday's NBA Draft. The 26-year-old averaged 18.1 points in 2021-22, his lowest since his first season […]

Hawks Hoping To Move John Collins Before Draft

Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins could be moved ahead of Thursday's NBA Draft. The 24-year-old was on several team's radars last offseason. However, he remained with his current club, agreeing to a five-year, $125 million deal. Collins, who has seen his production decline since 2019-20, averaged 16.2 points, 10.1 boards, and 1.6 blocks in 2021-22. […]

Patty Mills Undecided About Future In Brooklyn

Upcoming free-agent guard Patty Mills remains undecided about his future in Brooklyn. He has a player option, which if exercised, would pay him $6.2 million in 2022-23. However, it appears his decision may be based on the future of Kyrie Irving, who reportedly caused moral issues in the locker room after refusing to receive a […]

Cavs Keeping Dean Wade

The Cavaliers have exercised the team option of forward Dean Wade for 2022-23. Wade, who will earn nearly $2 million, has averaged 5.7 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 1.1 assists throughout his time in Cleveland. He did end up succumbing to a season-ending meniscus tear in his right knee, but he is expected to maintain a […]

James Harden Likely To Opt In

Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden is anticipated to exercise his $47.37 million player option for the 2022-23 season. However, according to ESPN NBA Insider Adrian Wojnarowski, there's also an expectation the former MVP will then agree to a short-term contract for "as many as two more years." After a subpar tenure in Brooklyn, the 32-year-old […]

Mike D'Antoni Expected To Meet With Michael Jordan

Mike D'Antoni is expected to meet with Hornets owner Michael Jordan to discuss the head coaching vacancy. The 71-year-old, who last served as an advisor for the Pelicans in 2021, was a finalist for the position before Warriors assistant Kenny Atkinson verbally agreed to the job. However, after Atkinson withdrew his name from consideration, it […]

Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk Picks Up Player Option

Toronto Raptors guard Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk exercised his $1.9 million player option. After averaging 10.3 points in 2020-21 in OKC, the 25-year-old wasn't as effective for the Raptors last season, averaging just 4.6 points and shooting a rough 30.6% from behind the arc. He isn't expected to draw any fantasy interest for the 2022-23 campaign, primarily […]

Bradley Beal Will Decline Player Option

Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal will turn down his $36.4 million player option. The multi-time All-Star remained mum on his future. However, it now appears he will head to free agency after spending his entire career in D.C. Unquestionably, Beal is one of the most talented players in the league, holding lifetime averages of 22.1 […]