Josh Giddey Taken By OKC At No. 6

The Oklahoma State Thunder selected guard Josh Giddey with the No. 6 pick in the 2021 NBA Draft on Thursday evening. A solid ball-handler with good size, the 18-year-old has plenty of potential. Although fantasy managers may not see it immediately, considering OKC is currently in the midst of a rebuild, he is worth a […]

Magic Take Jalen Suggs At Pick 5

With the No. 5 pick in the 2021 NBA Draft, the Orlando Magic have selected Gonzaga guard Jalen Suggs. A surprising pick because virtually everyone expected Suggs to be taken by the Raptors with the fourth pick, the Magic get a potentially elite guard who some analysts had ranked as high as second on their […]

Scottie Barnes Drafted At No. 4

The Toronto Raptors selected Florida State forward Scottie Barnes with the No. 4 pick in the 2021 NBA Draft on Thursday night. The former Seminole averaged 10.3 points, 4.1 assists, and 1.5 steals at the collegiate level. His versatility allows him to play multiple positions, including point guard, which may signal the unofficial end to […]

Evan Mobley Heading To Cleveland

The Cavaliers selected USC forward/center Evan Mobley with the No. 3 overall selection in the 2021 NBA Draft. The big man averaged 16.4 points, 8.7 boards, and nearly three blocks during his lone season as a Trojan. With Cleveland expected to make some moves before the start of the 2021-22 campaign, Mobley has a chance […]

Russell Westbrook Traded To Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers and Washington Wizards have officially agreed to a trade that will send guard Russell Westbrook to the Lakers for a package that includes Kyle Kuzma, Montrezl Harrell, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, and the No. 22 pick in this year's draft. The former NBA MVP will join a Lakers team that also includes LeBron […]

Rockets Use No. 2 Pick On Jalen Green

With the No. 2 pick in the 2021 NBA Draft, the Houston Rockets have selected Jalen Green, who spent the 2020-21 season playing in the G League for the Ignite team. Green should end up playing either the two or the three for Houston and gives the team an explosive perimeter threat who averaged 18.7 […]

Cade Cunningham Picked First Overall

The Detroit Pistons have done what's been expected for weeks: drafted Oklahoma State guard Cade Cunningham with the No. 1 pick in the 2021 NBA Draft. A potential generational player, Cunningham is able to do essentially everything on the basketball court. Last season for the Cowboys, Cunningham averaged 20.1 points per game on 43.8 percent […]

Landry Shamet Landing In Phoenix

The Brooklyn Nets are sending guard Landry Shamet to Phoenix in exchange for Jevon Carter and the 29th overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft. The deal will add critical depth to the Suns, a team plagued by injuries during the postseason. The 24-year-old averaged 9.3 points and shot nearly 39 percent from deep during […]

Taurean Prince Heading To Minnesota

The Timberwolves are acquiring forward Taurean Prince from the Cavaliers in exchange for guard Ricky Rubio, a 2022 second-round draft pick, and some cash. The 27-year-old battled injuries last season and appeared in only 29 games in Cleveland after landing there from Brooklyn. He averaged 10.1 points, 3.7 boards, and shot nearly 42 percent from […]

Lakers Nearing Trade For Russell Westbrook

The Los Angeles Lakers and Washington Wizards are reportedly deep in talks to send Wizards guard Russell Westbrook to the Lakers for a package that would include Kyle Kuzma, Montrezl Harrell, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, and a first round pick. The deal isn't official yet and things could potentially fall apart still, but it sounds more and […]

Ricky Rubio Traded To Cleveland

Minnesota has traded guard Ricky Rubio to Cleveland. In return, the Timberwolves will acquire Taurean Prince. The Cavaliers will also get a 2022 second-round draft pick and some cash, and it will move Rubio to his fourth team in five years. The 30-year-old averaged only 8.6 points and 6.4 assists throughout 68 games last season. […]

NBA Betting Picks and Analysis for Saturday, April 10th

Hello, RotoBallers, and welcome back to Thunder Dan's NBA best bets! I have been trying to squeeze in some betting content between my daily coverage of NBA and MLB DFS and admittedly, it hasn't been that easy. It's been a crazy week in the NBA and so far my betting record has taken a significant […]

2021 NBA Mock Draft

The 2021 NBA Draft is drawing near! Mock drafts are fun because they allow for a world of possibilities. We can fantasize about player and team fits and either get proven right or wrong each year on how things end up. More often than not, it does not matter because we did not have a […]

Bruce Brown Receives Qualifying Offer

Brooklyn Nets guard Bruce Brown received a qualifying offer from the team on Wednesday, making him a restricted free agent. The designation allows Brooklyn to potentially match offers from other teams, although it will cost nearly $5 million to retain his services. While Brown had flashes of efficiency during the occasional start throughout the season, […]

Pascal Siakam Progressing In Rehab

Toronto Raptors forward Pascal Siakam (shoulder) has been making progress in rehab. The big man underwent surgery in June to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder, an ailment that could force him to miss the start of the 2021-22 campaign. The 27-year-old averaged 21.4 points, 7.2 boards, and 1.1 steals last season. There […]

Cam Reddish Possibly On The Move

Atlanta Hawks forward Cam Reddish could be on the move. The team is currently fielding calls for the services of the 21-year-old, who was selected with the 10th overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft. He finished the 2020-21 campaign by averaging 11.2 points and 1.3 steals but was plagued by an Achilles injury that […]

Ben Simmons Commanding A High Return

Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons remains on the trade block heading into the 2021-22 season, although his current employer is commanding a hefty return, including multiple first-round draft picks. The 25-year-old has been a solid producer in many statistical categories since he was selected with the first overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft. However, […]

Richaun Holmes In Discussion For A Return To Sacramento

Sacramento Kings center Richaun Holmes and the team remain in talks for a potential return. The 27-year-old averaged a career-high 14.2 points, 8.3 boards, and 1.6 blocks in 61 games last season. He is reportedly looking for a deal in the neighborhood of around $80 million throughout four years, and he is likely to get […]

Kyle Lowry Creating Plenty Of Buzz

Free-agent guard Kyle Lowry is drawing plenty of interest ahead of the 2021-22 NBA campaign. The 35-year-old averaged 17.2 points, 7.3 assists, and shot nearly 40 percent from deep last year. Although injuries have plagued the veteran, he remains a desired option for teams looking to fill a void at the position, specifically the Lakers, […]

Bryn Forbes Declines Player Option

Milwaukee Bucks guard Bryan Forbes declined his player option on Tuesday, making him a free agent. Forbes was relegated to a bench role during his first year with the club, finishing the season by averaging 10 points while shooting 45 percent from deep. Although the 28-year-old was a pivotal piece in helping Milwaukee win an […]

Raptors Push Rodney Hood's Guarantee Date Back

The Toronto Raptors and forward Rodney Hood have agreed to push the date for Hood's 2021-22 contract-guarantee date from Tuesday until Aug. 3. This gives the Raptors more time to decide if they want to keep Hood for next season on his $10.9 million contract. Hood struggled last season, averaging 4.5 points, 1.9 rebounds and […]

Steven Adams On The Move To Memphis

Center Steven Adams has been traded to the Memphis Grizzlies. Along with Adams, Eric Bledsoe and the 10th overall pick in Thursday's NBA Draft will follow, while the Grizzlies will send Jonas Valanciunas and the 2021 17th selection back in return. However, the deal won't become official until August 6, the first day of free […]

Eric Bledsoe Heading To Memphis

The Pelicans plan to trade guard Eric Bledsoe and center Steven Adams to Memphis in exchange for Jonas Valanciunas. In addition, the Grizzlies will receive the 10th overall selection in Thursday's NBA Draft, while New Orleans will acquire the 17th overall pick. The deal will not become official until August 6. However, the move creates […]

Jonas Valanciunas Heading To New Orleans

The Grizzlies have traded center Jonas Valanciunas and the 17th overall pick in Thursday's NBA Draft to the Pelicans. In exchange, New Orleans will send Steven Adams, Eric Bledsoe, and the 2021 10th overall pick, among other selections. The move creates cap space for New Orleans and allows the team to offload the hefty salaries […]

Kidd Wants Kristaps Porzingis To Be More Aggressive

Dallas Mavericks forward Kristaps Porzingis was frustrated with his role with the team last season. Still, new head coach Jason Kidd said that Porzingis is a "perfect fit" while adding that he wants him to be "more aggressive." The 25-year-old averaged 20.1 points and 8.9 boards during the 2020-21 campaign but continues to be plagued […]

Eric Bledsoe Topic Of Trade Discussions

New Orleans Pelicans guard Eric Bledsoe could be on the move ahead of the 2021 NBA Draft. Bledsoe's name has been brought up during recent trade discussions with the Grizzlies, who could offer a deal to bring the veteran to Memphis. Moving the 31-year-old would undoubtedly give the Pelicans some financial freedom while allowing the […]

Pascal Siakam Linked To Golden State

Toronto Raptors forward Pascal Siakam (shoulder) is reportedly on the Golden State Warriors' wish list. Siakam's s name has been mentioned in trade rumblings recently, and with the team looking at a potential rebuild, moving the big man could be on the horizon, possibly as early as Thursday's NBA Draft. The 27-year-old was a solid […]

Blake Griffin Expected To Remain In Brooklyn

Free-agent forward Blake Griffin is expected to remain in Brooklyn next season. After reaching a buyout agreement with the Detroit Pistons during the year, the 32-year-old signed with the Nets. Griffin had spurts of productivity during his brief tenure in the Big Apple and averaged 10 points and 4.7 boards throughout 26 games. Although his […]

Kyle Lowry Drawing Plenty Of Interest

Free Agent guard Kyle Lowry continues to draw plenty of interest from multiple teams throughout the league. With the veteran already having a championship on his resume, he is looking to land a lucrative deal, which the Toronto Raptors may not be willing to offer. The 35-year-old averaged 17.2 points during the 2020-21 season but […]

Buddy Hield Could Be On The Move

Sacramento Kings guard Buddy Hield could be on the move. Hield has been the subject of trade discussions and has recently been linked to the Sixers and Lakers as potential destinations. The 28-year-old was vocal about his displeasure with the organization during the year, but he was a solid contributor, finishing the 2020-21 campaign by […]