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Austin Rivers delivers reality check to Draymond Green amid heated tirades
Austin Rivers calls out Draymond Green for being the luckiest player in NBA history, who only thrived playing alongside Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, Kevin Durant and under Steve Kerr. Credit: Getty Images via AFP - Scanpix Austin Rivers won't allow himself to be backed down by Draymond Green, as the two continue to make headlines for their heated barbs against each other.
Cavs, Pistons reveal Game 1 lineup of East Semis clash
The Cleveland Cavaliers and the Detroit Pistons are about to kickstart their marquee best-of-seven Eastern Conference Semifinals clash in this year's postseason. MIN: 33.6 PTS: 27.45 (56.54%) REB: 4.55 AS: 5.44 ST: 1.42 BL: 0.29 TO: 2.82 GM: 77 As such, both teams have formally announced their respective lineup for Tuesday's Game 1 of the series. The Cavaliers will go with their core postseason lineup of James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, Dean Wade, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen.
Chris Finch rants again over lack of goaltending calls vs. Victor Wembanyama
After delivering a subtle jab in the aftermath of Game 1, Chris Finch has now openly questioned the lack of goaltending calls against Victor Wembanyama. Credit: AP โย Scanpix Chris Finch is pretty much convinced enough of the Minnesota Timberwolves' attack mode to start the Western Conference Semifinals against the San Antonio Spurs.
Amthony Edwards Game 2 status vs. Spurs announced
Anthony Edwards (knee) is questionable for Game 2 in San Antonio. Credit: AP - Scanpix The Minnesota Timberwolves are off to a good start in the 2026 Western Conference Semifinals, surviving Game 1 with a 104-102 victory last Monday against the San Antonio Spurs.
Masai Ujiri gets honest if he would have traded Luka Doncic for Mavericks
Masai Ujiri is fully mindful that the entire Mavs fanbase hasn't moved on yet from Luka Doncic, but the new Dallas top executive hammered his stance that they have a bright future ahead with Cooper Flagg leading the way. Credit: AP - Scanpix Masai Ujiri fully understands that the Dallas Mavericks fanbase still hasn’t fully processed Luka Doncic’s shocking departure in last year’s trade.
Joel Embiid new alarming injury revealed ahead of 76ers Game 2 vs. Knicks
From being listed with a right hip contusion in the past Game 1, Joel Embiid is now dealing with a right ankle sprain. His status is probable for Game 2 against the Knicks. Credit: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect β Scanpix The Philadelphia 76ers have officially announced their initial injury report ahead of Game 2 against the New York Knicks.
Masai Ujiri addresses Jason Kidd future with Mavs and Luka Doncic trade
Masai Ujiri said he will evaluate Jason Kidd and the Mavericks "from head to toe," signaling an open-minded review of the team's direction after the Luka Doncic trade to the Lakers reshaped the franchise and raised major questions about its future. Credit: REUTERS - Scanpix Jason Kidd has been the Dallas Mavericks head coach since 2021, guiding the team through both highs and lows.
Heat Notes: Butler, Spoelstra, Rivas, Buyout Market, Wiggins, Rotation
The Heat won half of their first 50 games this season. Considering the extended Jimmy Butler drama, coach Erik Spoelstra is relieved that the team’s spirit didn’t crumble before Butler was dealt to Golden State. “It was six, eight weeks of not having full clarity,” Spoelstra said, per Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald. “But I think that helped our team develop some grit. Even though our record isn’t where we want it to be, it could have been a lot worse.
Jahlil Okafor To Sign 10-Day Contract With Pacers
Veteran big man Jahlil Okafor is signing a 10-day contract with the Pacers, NBA insider Chris Haynes tweets. The No. 3 pick of the 2015 draft hasn’t played in the league since the 2020/21 season, when he appeared in 27 games with the Pistons. Okafor has played 247 regular-season games in his career, with stints in Philadelphia, Brooklyn and New Orleans as well as Detroit. He’s posted career averages of 10.4 points and 4.7 rebounds in 19.5 minutes per game.
Kyrie Irving Replaces Injured Anthony Davis In All-Star Game Original
Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving has been named by commission Adam Silver as the All-Star injury replacement for Anthony Davis, the league announced in a press release. Irving will play for Team Shaq in the 2025 NBA All-Star Game. It’s the ninth NBA All-Star selection for Irving, who is averaging 24.1 points, 4.6 rebounds and 4.8 assists per game. Davis is expected to miss multiple weeks after suffering a left adductor strain in his Dallas debut on Saturday.
Arbitrators Rule In Favor Of Lore, Rodriguez In Timberwolves Ownership Dispute
February 10th 2025 at 5:03pm CST by Dana Gauruder Arbitrators have ruled in favor of Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez in their legal dispute with Glen Taylor for majority ownership of the Timberwolves, ESPN’s Shams Charania tweets. The next step is for the league’s Board of Governors to vote on formal approval of Lore and Rodriguez as the team’s majority owners. More to come…
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Luka, LeBron Probable To Play Monday For Lakers Original
Lakers superstars Luka Doncic and LeBron James have been upgraded to probable ahead of Monday’s game vs. Utah, tweets Jovan Buha of The Athletic. Both players were previously listed as questionable for Monday’s contest, which would mark Doncic’s Lakers debut. Doncic, who was acquired on February 2 in a shocking trade with Dallas, has been out since December 25 due to a left calf strain.
Nikola Jokic, Trae Young Named Players Of The Week Original
Nuggets center Nikola Jokic has been named the Player of the Week for the Western Conference, while Hawks guard Trae Young has won the award in the East, the NBA announced on Monday (via Twitter). Jokic helped guide Denver to a perfect 4-0 record last week, averaging a triple-double (29.8 points, 10.8 rebounds, 10.3 assists) on remarkable efficiency (.657/.409/.818 shooting line, only 1.8 turnovers) in his four appearances.
Sixers Notes: Embiid, Harris, Playoffs, Edwards, George
ABC/ESPN’s Lisa Salters reported on Sunday that Sixers center Joel Embiid said he would likely require another surgery and an extended recovery period to deal with his troublesome left knee, which has been bothering him for more than a year. A 76ers source tells Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer that Embiid and the team have consulted with a half-dozen knee specialists about the injury.
Team USA Announces Roster For February AmeriCup Qualifiers Original
Team USA has announced its 12-man roster for upcoming AmeriCup qualifiers games against Puerto Rico and the Bahamas, per a USA Basketball press release. Four players will return to the team after representing the U.S. in the previous AmeriCup qualifying games in November.
Contract Details: Butler, Post, Mitchell, Craig, Two-Ways Original
Jimmy Butler‘s new two-year contract extension with the Warriors became official last Thursday as part of the trade that sent him from Miami to Golden State, per RealGM’s transaction log. That deal, which replaces Butler’s player option for 2025/26, projects to be worth $54,126,450 next season and $56,832,773 in 2026/27. Those figures hinge on a presumed 10% salary cap increase for the ’25/26 season. Butler’s deal will start at 35% of the cap, with a 5% raise for the second year.
Lakers Rumors: Williams, Knecht, Sims, Len, Reddish, Wood, LeBron Original
After acquiring Luka Doncic from Dallas at the start of trade deadline week, the Lakers targeted Hornets center Mark Williams in large part because he was “handpicked” by Doncic as the sort of big man Los Angeles’ new franchise player would thrive next to, reports Dave McMenamin of ESPN.
Raptors Notes: Ingram, Temple, Tucker, Barnes, Battle
The Raptors‘ trade-deadline acquisition of Brandon Ingram raised some eyebrows due to the team’s record (now 16-37) and the perception of Ingram as a win-now player.
Trae Young Named As All-Star Replacement Original
Hawks guard Trae Young has been named an All-Star, according to the NBA. The league announced (via Twitter) that Young will replace injured Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo. Young, 26, has had a down shooting year, with a career-worst 40.9% mark from the field, including 34.0% from beyond the three-point line. However, he’s leading the league with 11.4 assists per game and contributing 23.5 points per night.
NBA Teams With Open Roster Spots
A number of free agent signings have been finalized in the days since last Thursday’s trade deadline, but there are still many teams around the NBA with one or more open spots on their respective rosters. For clubs with just a single standard or two-way opening, there’s not necessarily any urgency to fill those spots, especially ahead of the All-Star break.
Central Notes: Beasley, Pacers Deadline, Kuzma, Sims, Porter Jr.
Malik Beasley could have been cashed in for future assets at the trade deadline. The veteran wing, who is on a one-year, $6MM bargain deal, has been highly productive for the surprising Pistons, including a 36-point, career-high explosion against Philadelphia on Friday. However, Beasley specifically asked not to dealt and GM Trajan Langdon obliged, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.
Pacific Notes: Doncic, James, Knecht, Kings' Acquisitions, Valanciunas, Bogdanovic
Luka Doncic could make his Lakers debut on Monday, Jovan Buha of The Athletic tweets. He’s listed as questionable due to the left calf strain that has sidelined him since Christmas Day. LeBron James (left ankle soreness) is also listed as questionable. The same tag was given to Dalton Knecht (personal), who returned to the Lakers after their trade with Charlotte was rescinded. Cam Reddish, who was also in the voided trade, is listed as out.
Anthony Davis Expected To Miss Multiple Weeks
February 9th 2025 at 8:30pm CST by Dana Gauruder The Mavericks fear newly-acquired Anthony Davis could be sidelined for an indefinite period after he was injured during his Dallas debut on Saturday, Marc Stein tweets. Davis is expected to miss multiple weeks and it could be a month-long absence, ESPN’s Shams Charania reports (Twitter link). Davis is listed as out for Monday’s game against Sacramento due to a left adductor strain, ESPN’s Tim MacMahon tweets. More to come…
Southeast Notes: Williams, Wizards Moves, Magic Deadline, Gueye
The Hornets are in the awkward position of having Mark Williams back on their roster after their trade with the Lakers was rescinded. Charlotte released a statement (Twitter link) welcoming Williams back to the team. The franchise made it clear that Williams will be back in the starting lineup. “After the other team aggressively pursued Mark, we made the difficult decision to move him,” the statement read in part. “We have always held great respect for Mark’s talent, work ethic and character.
Cuban Tried In Vain To Talk GM, Owner Out of Doncic Deal
Former Mavericks majority owner Mark Cuban was stung by the lack of advance warning he had on the Luka Doncic blockbuster and tried to talk GM Nico Harrison out of making the deal with the Lakers, Marc Stein reports in his latest Substack post. Cuban had privately told Doncic that he wanted him to be the organization for as long as Dirk Nowitzki’s NBA-record 21 seasons with one team, according to Stein.
Sixers' Joel Embiid May Require Another Knee Surgery Original
Sixers center Joel Embiid has barely been available for Philadelphia this season due to a lingering knee ailment that he first suffered last February. A year ago, Embiid incurred a lateral meniscus injury against Golden State, underwent surgery, and made a hasty return in April for a playoff push. His knee apparently hasn’t been right ever since. The 7-footer has played especially sparingly since the calendar flipped over to 2025, appearing in just five games amidst knee issues.
Warriors Notes: Butler, Looney, Older Players
Speaking this week to Mark Medina of Sportskeeda, Warriors center Kevon Looney reflected on Golden State’s decision to acquire six-time All-Star forward Jimmy Butler in a five-team blockbuster trade. “He’s great wherever he has been,” Looney said of Butler. “Individually, he has a way of elevating the group. He’s able to elevate guys that you wouldn’t think are great because they play well next to him. I’m excited to play with him and see how he is and get to experience it.
Jazz Officially Waive Josh Richardson
The Jazz officially waived veteran guard Josh Richardson on Sunday, the team announced in a press release. The move had been anticipated for several days, with reporting on Thursday indicating that Utah intended to part ways with Richardson after acquiring him from Miami as part of the five-time Jimmy Butler trade.
Bulls Notes: Karnisovas, New Players, Butler Original
Bulls president Arturas Karnisovas defended his team’s limited moves leading up to the trade deadline during a new interview with K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network (Twitter link). In a three-team deal with San Antonio and Sacramento, the Bulls decided to trade former two-time All-Star wing Zach LaVine to reacquire Chicago’s own top-10 protected first-round 2025 pick back from San Antonio and three fringe role players.
Mavericks Governor Stands By Luka Doncic Trade
Mavericks team governor Patrick Dumont is sympathetic toward angry fans, but passionate in his defense of the controversial Luka Doncic trade in an interview with Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News.
NBA Stars And Pundits Shocked By Luka Doncic Trade
Kevin Durant called it “crazy.” Ringer founder Bill Simmons said it’s “the most shocking trade I think in the history of the NBA.” Dallas Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki could only muster an emoji: The blockbuster deal to send NBA star Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers has inspired a mix of shock, disgust and confusion, as fans and pundits try to digest a move so bizarre that many initially did not believe it to be real.
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