Hoops Rumors

The Grizzlies are exploring the possibility of trading reserve point guard Tyus Jones, league sources tell Jake Fischer of Yahoo Sports. It’s an interesting rumor, given that starting point guard Ja Morant is expected to miss at least the first 25 games of the 2023/24 season due to a suspension. Jones, one of the league’s top backups, would presumably be promoted to the … [Read more...] about Trade Rumors: T. Jones, Hawks, Spurs, Wolves, Jazz, Sexton

The Celtics are reportedly exploring the possibility of trading a guard from a group that includes Marcus Smart, Derrick White, Malcolm Brogdon, and Payton Pritchard. While there has been speculation that the team will look to move one of its higher-priced backcourt pieces, Adam Himmelsbach of The Boston Globe hears from a source that financial factors “won’t guide” Boston’s … [Read more...] about Celtics Rumors: Guards, Pritchard, G. Williams, Brown, More

It’s more likely that the Pistons will trade down in the draft than use the No. 5 overall pick to acquire a veteran player, according to James Edwards III of The Athletic. However, all options remain on the table for GM Troy Weaver and his staff as the draft approaches. If the Pistons keep the pick, they’ll be looking at five players that they recently worked out, barring some … [Read more...] about Central Notes: Pistons’ Lottery Pick, Stewart, Pacers Workout, Crowder

The Wizards have given Bradley Beal and his representatives – including agent Mark Bartelstein – permission to talk to rival teams about a potential trade, sources tell Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report. While Beal has not requested a trade, per Haynes, the Wizards are reportedly mulling the idea of a roster reset that would involve moving the star guard. Since Beal has a … [Read more...] about Haynes’ Latest: Beal, Pacers, Lue, McMillan, Henderson, Hornets

According to Jake Fischer of Yahoo Sports, the Suns haven’t found many suitors for Chris Paul‘s $30.8MM contract, which is partially guaranteed at $15.8MM. They lack the draft capital to move off Paul’s salary, Fischer notes, and trade rules make it tricky to find a workable deal between two parties, as Paul’s outgoing salary for matching purposes is only $15.8MM, but his … [Read more...] about Suns Eyeing Celtics’ Malcolm Brogdon In Trade Talks

Although new Wizards president Michael Winger has publicly said he’s still undecided on whether or not he’s going to reshape the roster this offseason, and recent reports have echoed that same sentiment, rival teams believe it’s practically a foregone conclusion that Bradley Beal will eventually be traded, Marc Stein writes in his latest Substack article. The primary obstacle … [Read more...] about Latest On Wizards, Bradley Beal

The Rockets hold the No. 4 pick and they were visited this week by three candidates who could potentially be selected at that spot. The Overtime Elite brother duo of Amen Thompson and Ausar Thompson and Arkansas’ Anthony Black met with Houston’s brass. Amen and Ausar are currently ranked No. 4 and No. 5, respectively, on ESPN’s Best Available list with Black slotted at No. 8. … [Read more...] about Draft Notes: Rockets, Thompsons, Black, Green Room Invites, Osunniyi, Burton

Payton Pritchard will be a restricted free agent next summer and rival teams are keeping tabs on the Celtics point guard, who is seeking more playing time, Steve Bulpett of Heavy.com writes. Pritchard’s $4MM salary for next season could be included as part of a bigger trade. Pritchard was disappointed when he wasn’t dealt prior to the February trade deadline. … [Read more...] about Pritchard’s Situation Being Monitored By Rivals

Numerous trade rumors are circulating about Damian Lillard, but league sources tell Kevin O’Connor of The Ringer that the Trail Blazers are more inclined to keep Lillard and try to build a contender around him. According to O’Connor, Portland’s front office is exploring deals involving the No. 3 pick in the draft and would be willing to move Anfernee Simons as well. O’Connor … [Read more...] about Trail Blazers Offering No. 3 Pick, Simons In Exchange For Star?