The Wizards‘ trades for Cam Whitmore last summer and Trae Young earlier this month exhibit the front office’s willingness to roll the dice on high-upside players in need of a change of scenery, according to Josh Robbins of The Athletic, who hears from league sources that Washington will likely be keeping an eye out for similar opportunities at this season’s trade … [Read more...] about Wizards Rumors: Zion, Kuminga, Salary Dumps, Middleton, More
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Bulls, Pelicans Have Discussed Deals Involving Zion Williamson, Yves Missi
The Chicago Bulls have had trade discussions with the New Orleans Pelicans over Zion Williamson and Yves Missi, confirmed Joe Cowley of Chicago Sun-Times. The Pelicans informed teams that they would not trade Williamson, though Cowley adds that talks over Missi have momentum. It was reported last week that the Bulls and vice president of basketball operations Arturas … [Read more...] about Bulls, Pelicans Have Discussed Deals Involving Zion Williamson, Yves Missi
Wizards reporter paints dream trade scenario for Pelicans fans
The New Orleans Pelicans may have just been offered the exit ramp they have searching for all season, according to a Wizards reporter. … [Read more...] about Wizards reporter paints dream trade scenario for Pelicans fans
Eastern Notes: Thomas, Bulls, Tatum, Bucks
All signs point to Cam Thomas‘ days in Brooklyn being numbered, according to Brian Lewis of The New York Post (subscription required), who says most league observers he spoke to about the subject expect Thomas and the Nets to go their separate ways either at the trade deadline or in the offseason. While a midseason trade remains possible, Thomas owns a de facto no-trade clause … [Read more...] about Eastern Notes: Thomas, Bulls, Tatum, Bucks
Ja Morant Trade Update, Seldom-Discussed Suitor Lurks?
The vibes were high after the Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Orlando Magic in London, an energized Ja Morant returning after a two-week absence and shredding their oft-praised defense with 20 points and 10 assists in the first half. Grizzlies head coach Tuomas Iisalo was among those to be conspicuously complimentary of Morant, the rift in their relationship the elephant in the … [Read more...] about Ja Morant Trade Update, Seldom-Discussed Suitor Lurks?