The Suns and Heat had exploratory talks this week about the possibility of a Bradley Beal trade, according to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Substack link). However, those discussions “ultimately collapsed,” resulting in a rising belief that the veteran guard will ultimately be bought out by Phoenix. If the two sides do end up working out a buyout agreement, … [Read more...] about Stein/Fischer’s Latest: Beal, Suns, CP3, Bucks, Lillard, Heat
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Wizards Among Teams Eyeing Jonathan Kuminga
The Wizards are the latest potential suitor to emerge in the Jonathan Kuminga sweepstakes, according to Anthony Slater of The Athletic, who reports that Washington has entered the picture within the last 24 hours. The idea of the 22-year-old forward fitting into the Wizards’ rebuild has “gained real momentum,” sources tell Slater. In addition to Washington, the Kings, Heat, … [Read more...] about Wizards Among Teams Eyeing Jonathan Kuminga
Bucks Reacts Survey: Picking up the pieces from a wild July 1
Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images Milwaukee now employs Myles Turner and doesn’t employ Damian Lillard. Wait, what? Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Milwaukee Bucks fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. My goodness. To say that … [Read more...] about Bucks Reacts Survey: Picking up the pieces from a wild July 1
Damian Lillard “elated” by Milwaukee’s decision to waive him
Photo by John Fisher/Getty Images Sam Amick and the man himself weigh in on how Dame is feeling after being cut by the Bucks When Damian Lillard was waived by the Milwaukee Bucks in an unprecedented and mind-blowing decision, a chorus of emotions was sure to follow. We heard from Chris Haynes shortly after the move that Giannis was “not pleased” and “didn’t like how it … [Read more...] about Damian Lillard “elated” by Milwaukee’s decision to waive him
After Dame, Bucks linked to a different future Hall of Fame point guard, but one Giannis might not like
Photos by Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images Milwaukee has “expressed interest” in Chris Paul, per Chris Haynes The Bucks aren’t done making moves yet. With roster spots left to fill, a couple more free agency signings will be coming soon. So far, Milwaukee hasn’t landed any players they’ve been linked to (Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Deandre Ayton, etc), but they’ve … [Read more...] about After Dame, Bucks linked to a different future Hall of Fame point guard, but one Giannis might not like