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CJ McCollum on trade rumors: For some players, you want to be in a position to be liked by more than just one team. That means you have something to offer. For a lot of us, you have to look at it from that sense too. If teams are calling and inquiring about you, that means you have value beyond where you’re currently at, and that’s always important. In this league, and in any … [Read more...] about
Murphy III did not hold back when asked about the team’s difficulties and some Pelicans being mentioned in NBA Trade Deadline rumors. “It’s part of the business,” Murphy III stated. “I figured it out my rookie year, especially when the trade deadline came and they traded (Nickeil Alexander-Walker). He was one of my best friends. I was with him for every road trip, dinner, and … [Read more...] about
The 2024-25 NBA Rookie of the Year (ROY) race was turned on its head when Philadelphia 76ers rookie Jared McCain was ruled out indefinitely with a torn meniscus. Up to that point, he was the runaway favorite for the award. A sensational scorer, he’s averaging 15.3 points per game, the highest in his draft class. Unfortunately for McCain, he’s all but disqualified by his injury … [Read more...] about NBA ROY Race: Jared McCain Eliminated, Who Steps Up?
The Denver Nuggets are on the verge of making their first major in-season trade since March 2021, when they acquired Aaron Gordon from the Orlando Magic. Only this time, they’re not looking for a versatile defender and connector. Instead, the Nuggets are hoping to acquire a scorer, and have significant interest in Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine. LaVine wasn’t the only player … [Read more...] about New Star Lands On Nuggets’ Trade Target Shortlist
Some sources anticipate that the Los Angeles Clippers, New Orleans Pelicans and Cleveland Cavaliers will make moves before the deadline to reduce their salaries to fall below the NBA’s luxury-tax threshold of $170.8 million. … [Read more...] about
