The Knicks and Mikal Bridges have yet to agree to an extension. There’s a chance the team has an ulterior motive for putting off a new deal, according to SNY’s Ian Begley (video link). While it’s likely not the only factor, Begley believes the lingering uncertainty surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo‘s status regarding his future with the Bucks may be playing a part in the lack … [Read more...] about Atlantic Notes: Bridges, Hansen, Knicks Summer League, Embiid
Eastern Notes: Sexton, Holland, Anthony, Embiid, Bassey
In a wide-ranging interview with Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer (subscription required), Hornets head coach Charles Lee spoke about the offseason additions to the roster, why he’s comfortable with the team’s frontcourt options, and how he expects LaMelo Ball to take another step forward as a leader next season, among other topics. Discussing newly acquired veteran … [Read more...] about Eastern Notes: Sexton, Holland, Anthony, Embiid, Bassey
Contract Details: Aldama, Jerome, Spencer, Booker, Jackson, Broome
The three-year, $52.5MM contract that restricted free agent Santi Aldama signed with the Grizzlies includes a third-year team option, tweets Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. The deal is front-loaded, with an $18.49MM salary in year one before it dips to $17MM in year two. The team option for 2027/28 is also worth $17MM. Meanwhile, the three-year, $27.66MM deal that Ty Jerome … [Read more...] about Contract Details: Aldama, Jerome, Spencer, Booker, Jackson, Broome
Atlantic Notes: Timme, Diawara, George, Lawson
The Nets need to trim their roster before opening night. Drew Timme, who has a non-guaranteed contract, would seem to be a likely candidate to get waived. However, the former Gonzaga big man has strengthened his case during Summer League competition, Brian Lewis of the New York Post writes. In his first two Summer League games, Timme averaged 26.0 points and 7.0 rebounds. He’s … [Read more...] about Atlantic Notes: Timme, Diawara, George, Lawson
Eastern Notes: Robinson, Richardson, Embiid, Dadiet
The Pistons defeated the Heat three times last season in hotly contested games and that made a strong impression on Duncan Robinson, who was acquired from Miami by Detroit in a sign-and-trade. “Heat versus Pistons, it feels like every single one had some sort of crazy finish,” he told Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press. “The thing that sticks out about this group is the … [Read more...] about Eastern Notes: Robinson, Richardson, Embiid, Dadiet