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Fri Sep 1 201716:59Bucks waive veteran F/C HawesSpencer HawesCBucksFree Agent
The Milwaukee Bucks waived forward/center Spencer Hawes on Friday in order to move beneath the luxury-tax threshold.The Bucks will use the stretch provision to spread the balance of the Hawes' $6.2 million salary this season over three years, sparing the franchise the full salary-cap hit this year, according to ESPN. The team is now $2.5 million under the tax threshold with 13 guaranteed contracts.Once the 7-foot-1, 245-pound Hawes clears waivers, he will become an unrestricted free agent.Hawes, 29, appeared in 19 games for the Bucks last season and averaged 4.4 points and 2.4 rebounds. He was acquired from the Charlotte Hornets on Feb. 2.Hawes owns career averages of 8.7 points and 5.7 rebounds in 10 NBA seasons, including stops with Sacramento, Philadelphia, Cleveland, the Los Angeles Clippers, Charlotte and Milwaukee.
Thu Aug 31 201720:52Bulls G Payne to undergo foot surgeryCameron PaynePGBullsFree Agent
Chicago Bulls guard Cameron Payne will undergo surgery for a fractured right foot next week, the team announced Thursday.The Bulls issued a statement saying Payne fractured the fifth metatarsal of his right foot during a workout on July 18. Payne spent six weeks in a boot, but the team said the fracture hadn't healed properly and will require surgery.While Chicago did not divulge a timetable for his absence, ESPN reported that Payne will likely miss at least a couple of months.Payne is no stranger to issues with his right foot, as he sustained an acute fracture last September and had surgery in July 2016 to fix a Jones fracture in the same foot.The 23-year-old Payne was acquired by the Bulls, along with Anthony Morrow and Joffrey Lauvergne, in a February deal that sent Taj Gibson, Doug McDermott and a future second-round selection to the Oklahoma City Thunder.Payne averaged 4.9 points in 11 games with Chicago last season.The 6-foot-3, 185-pound Payne was a first-round draft pick (14th overall) of the Thunder in 2015.
Thu Aug 31 201720:49Lakers fined $500K for tampering with GeorgePaul GeorgeSFThunderFree Agent
The Los Angeles Lakers have been fined $500,000 for violating the anti-tampering rule, the NBA announced Thursday.The league said the fine was a result of communication between Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka and representatives for Paul George, while the All-Star forward was still under contract with the Indiana Pacers.The Pacers filed formal tampering charges and Thursday's fine followed an investigation conducted by the independent law firm of Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz.The fine also reflected a previous warning issued by the NBA to the Lakers regarding tampering, following comments made during an April 20 national television appearance by Earvin "Magic" Johnson, the team's president of basketball operations.The investigation did not reveal evidence of an agreement or understanding that the Lakers would sign or acquire George."We respect and accept the NBA's decision regarding this matter," Pelinka said. "On behalf of the Los Angeles Lakers, I want to express our regret over... [More]
Thu Aug 31 201704:27F James Michael McAdoo signed two-way contract with 76ers on Wed...James Michael McAdooPFWarriorsFree Agent
F James Michael McAdoo signed a two-way contract with the 76ers on Wednesday. A three-year pro, McAdoo originally signed with Golden State in September 2014 following three seasons at the University of North Carolina. In 108 NBA games (three starts), he owns averages of 3.0 points and 1.7 rebounds.The 6-foot-9, 240-pound McAdoo, a member of two championship-winning teams with the Warriors, has seen action in 26 career playoff games.
Thu Aug 31 201701:11Celtics, Cavs finalize blockbuster tradeJae CrowderSFCelticsFree Agent
Kyrie IrvingPGCavaliersFree Agent
Ante ZizicCCelticsFree Agent
The Boston Celtics sent the Cleveland Cavaliers a 2020 second-round draft pick to complete the blockbuster trade that sent four-time All-Star guard Kyrie Irving to the Celtics, the Cavaliers confirmed Wednesday night.The key player headed to Cleveland in the deal, guard Isaiah Thomas, has a hip injury that prompted the Cavaliers to seek additional compensation. Cleveland also got Jae Crowder, Ante Zizic and an unprotected 2018 first-round draft pick via the Brooklyn Nets in exchange for Irving.The Celtics resisted the Cavs' attempt to get another first-round pick or a young star to compensate Cleveland for its reluctance to sign off on Thomas' injury, which Boston said it was transparent about.The 2020 pick that Cleveland will receive originally belonged to Miami before the Heat sent to Boston in the Zoran Dragic deal in July 2015.Prior to the Wednesday agreement, the teams risked walking away from the deal that had been announced on Aug. 22. The options included voiding the trade completely... [More]
Sun Aug 27 201705:01F/C Nerlens Noel signed one-year qualifying offer of $4.1 millio...Nerlens NoelPFMavericksFree Agent
F/C Nerlens Noel, who was a restricted free gent, signed a one-year qualifying offer of $4.1 million to return to the Dallas Mavericks for the 2017-18 season, according to multiple reports Saturday. The signing comes less than a week after Noel replaced his agent with Klutch Sports Group's Rich Paul, who also represents LeBron James of the Cleveland Cavaliers. Noel, 23, will become an unrestricted free agent next offseason. The 6-foot-11, 228-pound Noel averaged 8.5 points, 6.8 rebounds, 1.1 blocks and 22 minutes in 22 games for the Mavericks after arriving in Dallas at the trade deadline from the Philadelphia 76ers.
Sat Aug 26 201721:17Noel reportedly signs one-year deal with MavericksNerlens NoelPFMavericksFree Agent
Restricted free agent forward/center Nerlens Noel signed a one-year qualifying offer of $4.1 million to return to the Dallas Mavericks for the 2017-18 season, according to multiple reports Saturday.The Dallas Morning News and Yahoo Sports confirmed an earlier report by ESPN. The offer sheet was signed in Los Angeles earlier this week, according to ESPN.The signing comes less than a week after Noel replaced his agent with Klutch Sports Group's Rich Paul, who also represents LeBron James of the Cleveland Cavaliers.Noel, 23, will become an unrestricted free agent next offseason. He was unable to get an acceptable multiyear deal from the Mavs and did not agree to an offer sheet from another team.ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski tweeted that Noel and his former agent turned down a four-year, $70 million offer from Dallas at the start of free agency on July 1. The Mavs reportedly pulled the offer when Noel asked for a max deal.The 6-foot-11, 228-pound Noel averaged 8.5 points, 6.8 rebounds, 1.1 blocks and 22 minutes in 22 games for the Mavericks after arriving in Dallas at the trade deadline from the Philadelphia 76ers.The Mavs gave up 2015 first-round pick Justin Anderson, Andrew Bogut (who was then bought out) and a pair of second-round picks to acquire Noel, who was the sixth overall pick by the Sixers in the 2013 draft.Noel averaged 10.2 points, 7.6 rebounds, 1.6 steals and 1.5 blocks in 171 career games for Philadelphia.
Sat Aug 26 201721:11Cavs, Celtics to discuss Thomas' hip injury, trade statusJae CrowderSFCelticsFree Agent
Kyrie IrvingPGCavaliersFree Agent
Isaiah ThomasPGCelticsFree Agent
Ante ZizicCCelticsFree Agent
The Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics plan to discuss the status of their blockbuster trade apparently because there are questions following Isaiah Thomas' physical examination and his recovery from a postseason hip injury.The deal sending Cleveland's four-time All-Star guard Kyrie Irving to the Celtics for Thomas, Jae Crowder, Ante Zizic and a 2018 first-round pick via Brooklyn now has uncertainty with medical questions surrounding Thomas' injured hip, league sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.The Cavs and Celtics are planning a telephone call on Saturday, according to the ESPN report. Thomas took the exam in Cleveland on Friday.There is a possibility that Cleveland could request further compensation from Boston before approving the trade, league sources told ESPN. The Cavs have until Thursday to make a final decision on approving the trade.Cleveland also can veto the deal based on a failed physical, sending players back to their respective teams.Thomas suffered the injury during this year's playoffs and is rehabbing the hip but reportedly has not begun running.Boston general manager Danny Ainge acknowledged Thomas' hip injury played a factor in the Celtics seeking the trade.Irving, who had requested a trade from Cleveland, is scheduled to take his physical with the Celtics on Saturday, according to ESPN.
Sat Aug 26 201704:01G Isaiah Thomas examined in Cleveland on Friday and apparently t...Isaiah ThomasPGCelticsFree Agent
G Isaiah Thomas was examined in Cleveland on Friday and apparently there are questions about his recovery from a postseason hip injury. Cavaliers officials are looking at the test results, ESPN.com reported, and how it might affect the trade that shipped Kyrie Irving to the Boston Celtics earlier this week. There is speculation that the condition of his injured hip could void the deal. Tuesday's trade included Jae Crowder, Ante Zizic and the Brooklyn Nets' 2018 first-round draft pick going to the Cavaliers for Irving. There's also the possibility that rather than voiding the deal the Cavaliers could ask for additional compensation such as another draft pick. Thomas suffered the injury during the playoffs this year and is rehabbing the hip. ESPN reported that he has not begun running. Celtics general manager Danny Ainge acknowledged that the hip injury played a factor in the Celtics seeking the trade.
Sat Aug 26 201704:01G Brandon Knight underwent surgery to repair torn ACL in left kn...Brandon KnightPGSunsFree Agent
G Brandon Knight underwent surgery to repair a torn ACL in his left knee on Friday, the team announced.
Fri Aug 25 201714:24Suns G Reed out 4-6 months after knee surgeryDavon ReedSGSunsFree Agent
Phoenix Suns rookie guard Davon Reed underwent meniscus surgery on his left knee and will not resume full basketball activities for four to six months, the team announced Friday.The procedure was performed on Thursday by the team's head physician, Dr. Tom Carter, at Gateway Surgery Center in Phoenix.Reed, 22, was selected by the Suns with the 32nd overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft. He averaged 14.0 points, 4.0 rebounds and 1.2 steals while appearing in all six of the Suns' games at the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas.The 6-foot-6, 220-pound Reed completed a four-year career at the University of Miami, playing in 131 games and helping the Hurricanes to a 90-49 record and two NCAA Tournament appearances. As a senior in 2016-17, he averaged 14.9 points, 4.8 rebounds and 2.4 assists.Reed earned ACC All-Defensive Team and All-ACC third team honors. He also received the ACC's Skip Prosser Award, presented annually to the conference's top scholar-athlete in men's basketball.
Thu Aug 24 201721:48G Manu Ginobilli re-signed with San Antonio Spurs on Thursday an...Manu GinobiliSGSpursFree Agent
G Manu Ginobilli re-signed with the San Antonio Spurs on Thursday and it appears he will become the eighth player to spend his entire career with one team and play at least 16 seasons. The club did not announce terms of the deal but Ginobilli reportedly was re-signed to a two-year deal worth $5 million. The 40-year-old appeared in 69 games last season and averaged 7.5 points. He also shot 39 percent from the floor in 18.7 minutes per game. Since making his debut for the Spurs in 2002, Ginobilli has averages of 13.6 points, 3.9 assists and 3.6 rebounds in 992 games.
Thu Aug 24 201721:20Spurs G Ginobili signs two-year contractManu GinobiliSGSpursFree Agent
Manu Ginobili re-signed with the San Antonio Spurs on Thursday and it appears he will become the eighth player to spend his entire career with one team and play at least 16 seasons.The club did not announce terms of the deal but Ginobili reportedly was re-signed to a two-year deal worth $5 million.Ginobili will join Tim Duncan and Tony Parker as the third player in San Antonio history to play at least 16 seasons with the same team. The others are Kobe Bryant, Dirk Nowitzki, John Stockton, Reggie Miller and John Havlicek.The 40-year-old appeared in 69 games last season and averaged 7.5 points. He also shot 39 percent from the floor in 18.7 minutes per game.Since making his debut for the Spurs in 2002, Ginobili has averages of 13.6 points, 3.9 assists and 3.6 rebounds in 992 games.The native of Argentina also is San Antonio's all-time leader in three-pointers (1,431), ranks second in steals (1,349) and third in games played.He is a two-time All-Star and also won the league's Sixth Man of the Year award in 2008.In 213 postseason games, Ginobili has averaged 14.1 points. Ginobili and LeBron James are the only two players in NBA postseason history with at least 3,000 points and 300 3-pointers.
Thu Aug 24 201718:24LeBron upset over burning of player jerseysLeBron JamesSFCavaliersFree Agent
LeBron James is no stranger to seeing a jersey burned after a basketball player has left town.After all, he experienced it firsthand following his "decision" to leave the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2010 and join the Miami Heat.On Thursday, James posted five tweets on social media after now teammate Isaiah Thomas has been at the center of Boston Celtics fans burning his jersey on the heels of Tuesday's blockbuster deal involving fellow All-Star guard Kyrie Irving.The burning of jerseys in videos on social media also included Utah Jazz fans doing the same to Gordon Hayward in July after the free agent forward announced he would be signing with the Celtics."The burning of the jersey thing is getting ridiculous now! The man (Thomas) was traded. What do u not understand? & played in a game after ..."sister tragic death. Gordon Hayward paid (his) dues as well and decided to do what's best for him and family. Put in the work, got better ..."Became an All-Star, etc!! If these guys weren't good,... [More]
Thu Aug 24 201704:09G Julyan Stone signed with Hornets on Wednesday after being rele...Julyan StoneSGPacersFree Agent
G Julyan Stone signed with the Hornets on Wednesday after being released from his contract with an Italian team. The 6-foot-6, 200-pound Stone appeared in 47 career NBA games (two starts) over three seasons with the Denver Nuggets (2011-13) and Toronto Raptors (2013-14), averaging 1.3 points and 1.1 assists in 7.0 minutes per contest.Stone, 28, joins the Hornets after a stint with Reyer Venezia Mestre of the Lega Basket Serie A in Italy, in which he appeared in 26 games and helped the team to a 2017 Serie A Championship.
Wed Aug 23 201719:35Cavs, Celtics aim to put pieces together following tradeJae CrowderSFCelticsFree Agent
Kyrie IrvingPGCavaliersFree Agent
LeBron JamesSFCavaliersFree Agent
Jayson TatumSFCelticsFree Agent
Isaiah ThomasPGCelticsFree Agent
Ante ZizicCCelticsFree Agent
As the dust begins to settle from Tuesday's blockbuster trade that sent Kyrie Irving to the Boston Celtics and Isaiah Thomas, Jae Crowder, Ante Zizic and the Brooklyn Nets' 2018 first-round pick to Cleveland, the larger picture for both teams starts to come into focus. The breakup of the partnership of Irving and LeBron James seemed inevitable after the former said he wanted to be traded. James offered nothing but respect to Irving in his Twitter message in response to the trade:"That's the only way to be to the kid! Special talent/guy! Nothing but respect and what a ride it was our 3 years together."James will now try to blend his skills with Thomas, a point guard who likes to have the ball in his hands.The question surrounding Thomas concerns his hip. Thomas' season ended following Game 2 of the conference finals because of a torn labrum and aggravation of a previous injury.The Cleveland Plain Dealer reported that Celtics general manager Danny Ainge speculated on a conference call on... [More]
Wed Aug 23 201716:27Hornets sign G StoneJulyan StoneSGPacersFree Agent
The Charlotte Hornets signed guard Julyan Stone on Wednesday after being released from his contract with an Italian team.The 6-foot-6, 200-pound Stone appeared in 47 career NBA games (two starts) over three seasons with the Denver Nuggets (2011-13) and Toronto Raptors (2013-14), averaging 1.3 points and 1.1 assists in 7.0 minutes per contest.Stone, 28, joins the Hornets after a stint with Reyer Venezia Mestre of the Lega Basket Serie A in Italy, appearing in 26 games and helping the team to a 2017 Serie A Championship. Prior to his time with Reyer Venezia Mestre, Stone played with the Fort Wayne Mad Ants of the NBA G League last season, seeing action in 33 games (31 starts) and averaging 7.9 points, 8.6 assists, 6.0 rebounds, 1.3 steals and 34.7 minutes.Stone also played for Royal Hali Gazientep (2015-16) of the Turkish Basketball Super League, a first stretch with Reyer Venezia Mestre (2014-15) and the G League's Iowa Energy (2013) and Idaho Stampede (2012).Stone was a four-year collegiate player at the University of Texas-El Paso (2007-11).
Wed Aug 23 201706:01G Isaiah Thomas acquired by Cavs from Celtics in exchange for pa...Isaiah ThomasPGCelticsFree Agent
G Isaiah Thomas was acquired by the Cavs from the Celtics in exchange for a package led by fellow All-Star G Kyrie Irving on Tuesday.The teams confirmed the Celtics also sent F Jae Crowder, C Ante Zizic and the rights to the Brooklyn Nets' 2018 first round pick to the Cavaliers.Thomas, a 28-year-old who finished third in the NBA with an average of 28.9 points in 2016-17, will be a free agent after the 2017-18 campaign.
Wed Aug 23 201706:01F Jae Crowder, G Isaiah Thomas, C Ante Zizic and rights to Brook...Jae CrowderSFCelticsFree Agent
F Jae Crowder, G Isaiah Thomas, C Ante Zizic and the rights to the Brooklyn Nets' 2018 first-round pick were traded by the Celtics to the Cavaliers on Tuesday in exchange for G Kyrie Irving.Crowder, 27, averaged 13.9 points and 5.8 assists for Boston last season.
Wed Aug 23 201706:01G Kyrie Irving acquired by Celtics from Cavs in exchange for pa...Kyrie IrvingPGCavaliersFree Agent
G Kyrie Irving was acquired by the Celtics from the Cavs in exchange for a package led by fellow All-Star PG Isaiah Thomas on Tuesday.The teams confirmed the Celtics also sent F Jae Crowder, C Ante Zizic and the rights to the Brooklyn Nets' 2018 first round pick to the Cavaliers.Irving, 25, averaged a career-high 25.2 points on 47.3 percent shooting and 5.8 assists last season. He has three years and $60 million remaining on his contract. He made headlines earlier in the summer when it leaked that he had requested a trade away from a Cavaliers squad that reached the NBA Finals in each of the past three seasons and won a championship in 2016.
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