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Nikola Jokic ranked insanely high on ESPN’s list
ESPN recently released their top 100 NBA players coming into this season and the Denver Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic was ranked very high.<p>The Denver …
List-WorthyVictor Oladipo and his bargain contract
Remember when Victor Oladipo was overpaid? And the Indiana Pacers were getting a bad contract from the Oklahoma City Thunder? Good times, good …
Oklahoma City ThunderWhat does the Jimmy Butler drama mean for the Utah Jazz?
The recent Jimmy Butler drama has sent shockwaves throughout the NBA, and it could very well impact the Utah Jazz as well.<p>Although the NBA offseason …
Utah JazzLos Angeles Clippers: Jimmy Butler trade is only smart as a precursor
The Los Angeles Clippers could be looking at the team’s next star in Jimmy Butler, who requested a trade from the Minnesota Timberwolves.<p>Despite …
Los AngelesOKC Thunder Preseason previsions: Why Steven Adams will win Defensive Player of Year
OKC Thunder center Steven Adams defense gets overlooked. Can Adams change that narrative this season, by forcing his name into the DPoY …
Oklahoma City ThunderMilwaukee Bucks: Considering the Jimmy Butler situation
The Milwaukee Bucks are far from frontrunners in the trade race for Jimmy Butler, but whether they should make a push for a deal is also …
Milwaukee BucksNBA Rumors: Anthony Davis Might Be The Only Star Who Wants To Team Up With LeBron James, Per ‘LA Sports Hub’
Is Anthony Davis a realistic trade target for the Los Angeles Lakers?<p>The Los Angeles Lakers have won the biggest prize of the 2018 NBA free agency …
Anthony DavisC.J. Wilcox will miss entire 2018-19 season with torn Achilles
The Indiana Pacers announced their training camp roster via Pacers.com:“Additionally, guard C.J. Wilcox, who was signed to a two-way contract in …
NBA G LeagueGiants can’t afford to trade Madison Bumgarner
The decision on left-hander <b>Madison Bumgarner</b> will be the Giants’ most important this offseason, and it’s easy to see both sides of the argument: Lock …
Juan SotoThe Thunder have reportedly been working out free agent Monta Ellis
The Thunder have reportedly been working out free agent guard Monta Ellis, according to Travis Singleton on Twitter.<p>The 12-year NBA veteran most recently played with the Pacers during the 2016-17 season as he averaged 8.5 points and 3.2 assists in 74 contests for Indiana.<p>After a two-year stint with …
Russell WestbrookOKC Thunder Preseason Previsions: Why Sam Presti can win Executive of Year Award
The race for 2019 Executive of the Year will be tight, but, OKC Thunder GM Sam Presti built a strong case. The question is will it be enough to bring …
Oklahoma City ThunderDarren Collison can tell Victor Oladipo has embraced becoming ‘the guy’ by his swagger
Indiana Pacers star guard Victor Oladipo worked his way to become the league’s Most Improved Player, putting up career-highs in just about every …
Oklahoma City ThunderFast But Accurate – Presti’s Plan for 2018-19 Thunder
Sources of inspiration are everywhere for Thunder General Manager and Executive Vice President Sam Presti.<p>Strolling the halls at the Basketball Hall …
Basketball Hall of FameAs Sixers GM, Elton Brand will take the heat that others didn’t or wouldn’t | Mike Sielski
Josh Harris had begun reading his prepared remarks in that stiff, halting manner of his Thursday morning, as if he were a bad actor who might forget …
Brett BrownOKC Thunder: Roar from the Silence
It’s been a few years of drama, but now the OKC Thunder can finally get back to what they do best: shocking the world.<p>Close your eyes for me, and …
Oklahoma City ThunderBlazers vs. Raptors in Vancouver will air on NBC Sports Northwest
Blazers vs. Raptors in Vancouver will air on NBC Sports Northwest<p>NBC Sports Northwest<p>We are just over a week away from the Portland Trail Blazers …
Portland Trail BlazersPacers sign Omari Johnson along with other roster moves
The Indiana Pacers signed Omari Johnson while confirming the signings of Ben Moore and Elijah Stewart as training camp approaches.<p>In a press release …
Indiana PacersPhoenix Suns 2018-19 Preview: Trevor Ariza
<i>Trevor Ariza will suit up for the Phoenix Suns this season after signing with the team in free agency. What should we expect from the seasoned</i> …
Phoenix SunsSummer Workout Plan: How Ben Simmons can improve without a jump shot
<i>The Summer Workout Plan is a weekly series breaking down what certain players can do to take their game to another level this season. We've already</i> …
Ben SimmonsJackson, Wiggins get into epic war of words
Stephen Jackson, Andrew Wiggins get into war of words over 'Hallelujah' tweet<p>USATSI<p>The NBA is the best soap opera on the face of the planet.<p>What's …
Golden State WarriorsIsiah Thomas Makes Wild Claim About Thunder's Playoffs Chances
NBA analyst and basketball Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas has just come out with a bold claim that will not make Oklahoma City Thunder supporters happy. …
Russell WestbrookJimmy Butler is doing the Timberwolves a favor
By revealing his intentions now, Butler is giving Tom Thibodeau a chance to recover from his own mistake.<p>A year ago, Tom Thibodeau and the Minnesota Timberwolves made a bet. They bet that despite having the league’s longest playoff drought, despite being one of the less attractive NBA markets for …
Tom ThibodeauJimmy Butler’s Trade Request Could Spell The End Of Tom Thibodeau’s Time In Minnesota
Tom Thibodeau’s TimberBulls dreams fell apart before they could even really get started thanks to Jimmy Butler’s trade request. Of all the former Bulls that Thibs had brought in to Minnesota over the past two summers, Butler was by far the most impactful on a team’s success in 2018.<p>Taj Gibson, …
Tom Thibodeau5 NBA Teams That Could Benefit from Addition by Subtraction
There was a lot of player turnover this NBA offseason and some teams that let players go might be better off without them.<p>This summer, 60 NBA players changed teams in free agency. Another 40 or so changed teams via trade. That’s damn near 40 percent of the league leaving one team for another. …
Paul GeorgeSam Presti's Pre-Season Media Availability
Layne Murdoch/Getty Images<p>Video: Sam Presti’s Preseason Media Availability<p>0<p>With Media Day set for Monday and Thunder training camp beginning next …
Oklahoma City ThunderWestbrook and Roberson should be back in Thunder starting backcourt early in season
• Presti deferred questions regarding who will replace Carmelo Anthony at power forward to coach Scott Brooks, Horne relays in the same story. Patrick …
Scott BrooksButler's next contract is a huge factor in finding a trade partner
Jimmy Butler's next contract is a huge consideration in Timberwolves finding a trade partner<p>USA Today Sports Images<p>Any team that trades for Jimmy …
Washington WizardsCommissioner Adam Silver addresses workplace misconduct, rules changes, looming free agency | NBA.com
<b>NEW YORK --</b> As agendas go, the one tackled by the NBA’s Board of Governors Thursday and Friday wasn’t the sort that would make headlines. A few rule …
Tom ThibodeauKey Thunder Talent Won't Be Ready For The Start Of The Season
It appears Oklahoma City Thunder wing Andre Roberson won’t be ready before opening night as he continues rehab per, Royce Young of ESPN.<p>Sam Presti …
Oklahoma City Thunder76ers Name Elton Brand New General Manager
<b>Follow CBSPHILLY</b> <b>Facebook</b> <b> |</b> <b>Twitter</b>PHILADELPHIA (CBS/AP) — Elton Brand is in charge of the Philadelphia 76ers.The Sixers announced Thursday that they …
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