The Long Break

NBA

10th December 2025

ESPN

Knicks, closer to an identity, reach NBA Cup semis

The Knicks advanced to the NBA Cup semifinals in Las Vegas with a convincing 117-101 victory over the Raptors on Tuesday night, their eighth victory in nine games.

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RealGM

Trae Young Looking To Return To Hawks' Lineup This Month

Trae Young is optimistic about returning to the Atlanta Hawks' lineup this month, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. Young has been out since spraining his MCL on October 29. The Hawks are 12-8 without Young. Young is averaging 17.8 points and 7.8 assists on the year.

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RealGM

Pacers Interested In Daniel Gafford

The Indiana Pacers are reportedly interested in Dallas Mavericks' center Daniel Gafford, according to Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. The Pacers are expected to trade a for a center during this season. Gafford is averaging 8.9 points and 6.4 rebounds for the Mavs.

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RealGM

Victor Wembanyama Out Wednesday Against Lakers

Victor Wembanyama will miss the San Antonio Spurs' NBA Cup quarterfinals matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday. Wembanyama has been out since November 14 with a left calf strain. The Spurs have won eight out of 11 games since Wembanyama's injury.

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RealGM

Marcus Smart Cleared To Practice, Could Return Wednesday Versus Spurs

Marcus Smart was cleared to practice on Tuesday and could return to the Los Angeles Lakers lineup for their NBA Cup quarterfinals game against the San Antonio Spurs. Smart has missed the last two weeks with a left lumbar muscle strain. "Back's feeling good," Smart said.

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ESPN

Bane burns Heat with 37; Magic advance to Vegas

Desmond Bane matched his season high with 37 points and the Magic advanced to the NBA Cup semifinals with a 117-108 victory over the Heat.

ESPN • NBA → 7 hours ago

RealGM

Tyronn Lue Denies Reports Of Rift With Chris Paul Before Exit

Tyronn Lue denied Tuesday that he and Chris Paul were not on speaking terms before the Los Angeles Clippers dismissed the veteran point guard last week.

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RealGM

FIBA Secretary General Calls October 2027 'Realistic Target' For NBA Europe

FIBA secretary general Andreas Zagklis confirmed Tuesday that October 2027 represents a "realistic target" for launching the NBA's new European league, expressing confidence the project will move forward as planned.

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RealGM

Mat Ishbia's Suns Majority Ownership Faces Legal Challenge Over Capital Call

Phoenix Suns minority owners Scott Seldin and Andy Kohlberg claim Mat Ishbia's majority ownership stake could fall from 83.2% to 32.7% due to alleged failures to fund capital calls, according to a less-redacted court filing obtained by ESPN on Tuesday.

RealGM • Basketball → 9 hours ago

Fox Sports

New Giannis contender as trade ‘tension’ rises; Aussie’s team among trio circling star — Rumour Mill

A new team has seemingly entered the Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes.

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The Athletic

NBA Cup takeaways: Jalen Brunson fuels Knicks, Desmond Bane leads Magic to semifinals

The Magic and Knicks will now meet in Las Vegas for the Semifinals on Saturday.

The Athletic • NBA → 10 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

NBA Cup: Desmond Bane drops 37 to rally Magic from 15-0 hole past Heat into semifinals

The Miami Heat seized early control Tuesday night with a 15-0 lead over the Orlando Magic in their quarterfinal matchup to tip off the NBA Cup. But as tends to be the case with double-digit leads in the NBA, the advantage was not safe.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 10 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

NBA Cup: Desmond Bane drops 37 to rally Magic past Heat, Knicks blow past Raptors to reach semifinals

The first half of the NBA Cup's quarterfinal matchups are now in the books, and both the Orlando Magic and New York Knicks are headed to Las Vegas.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 10 hours ago

ESPN

Spurs rule Wemby out for Cup game vs. Lakers

Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama has been ruled out for Wednesday night's NBA Cup quarterfinal game against the Los Angeles Lakers.

ESPN • NBA → 11 hours ago

ESPN

Smart (back) hopes to play in Lakers' Cup game

Marcus Smart returned to practice Tuesday and is going to try to play in Wednesday's NBA Cup game vs. the Spurs after missing the last six games with a back injury.

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ESPN

Paul 'at peace with everything' after Clips ouster

Chris Paul said he's "at peace with everything" and is excited for what's next following his stunning ouster from the LA Clippers earlier this month.

ESPN • NBA → 11 hours ago

ESPN

Minority owners target Ishbia's stake in filing

A filing in a lawsuit against Mat Ishbia includes new financial details that two Suns minority owners say could threaten Ishbia's majority ownership.

ESPN • NBA → 11 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Victor Wembanyama won't make his return in NBA Cup quarterfinals game vs. Lakers

Victor Wembanyama is nearing his return from the calf strain that has sidelined him since mid-November. But he won't make that return for the NBA Cup quarterfinals.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 11 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Thunder vs. Suns, Lakers vs. Spurs NBA Cup Preview, Raptors Temperature Check + Paolo Banchero's Return

Subscribe to The Dunker SpotApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeAhead of this week's NBA Cup slate, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones offer temperature checks in the West, ask key questions of the East, and bounce around with observations — and ice-in-cereal thoughts.

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Yahoo Sports

Clippers' Tyronn Lue refutes report that he wasn't on speaking terms with Chris Paul for several weeks

Los Angeles Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue refuted reports that he and 12-time All-Star point guard Chris Paul weren't on speaking terms for several weeks leading up to Paul's dismissal from the team on Dec. 3, and that Lue refused to meet with Paul.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 11 hours ago

The Athletic

Tyronn Lue rebuts report he was not speaking with Chris Paul: 'We were talking'

LA Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue denied reporting that he and Chris Paul were not on speaking terms in the wake of Paul's dismissal.

The Athletic • NBA → 12 hours ago

ESPN

Highlights, top moments as Knicks, Magic punch tickets to Vegas

Here are the top moments and highlights from the NBA Cup quarterfinals as the Orlando Magic and New York Knicks advanced to Las Vegas.

ESPN • NBA → 13 hours ago

RealGM

Dunc'd On: 8 in 78 (Eastern Conference Mailbag 12.9.25)

Nate and Danny take questions on Indiana through Washington in the Eastern Conference.

RealGM • Basketball → 15 hours ago

The Athletic

Magic to use regular court vs. Heat after NBA Cup court damaged in storage

Team did not feel comfortable using damaged surface. Earlier, Lakers scrapped their NBA Cup court after Luka Dončić called it "dangerous.".

The Athletic • NBA → 16 hours ago

RealGM

Clippers Remain Motivated To Work With Chris Paul On Trade

Despite his messy exit last week, the Los Angeles Clippers remain motivated to find a trade of Chris Paul beginning on December 15th. The Clippers will work with Paul and his CAA representation on finding a new home as he wants to continue his playing career in what will be his final NBA season.

RealGM • Basketball → 16 hours ago

The Stein Line

Dec. 15 is almost here and that means so, too, is NBA trade activity

We are now inside a week before the NBA calendar flips to Dec. 15. And we know you already know what that means: That's the date when most players who signed new contracts this past summer become eligible to be traded. Largely for that reason, Dec.

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RealGM

Nets Engage In Talks Using $15M In Cap Space To Absorb Salary To Facilitate Trades

The Brooklyn Nets are engaging in trade discussions to absorb salary in exchange for draft assets, utilizing their $15 million in available cap space, league sources said.

RealGM • Basketball → 16 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton to make debut as player contributor with NBA on Prime

Indiana Pacers fans don't have to wait until next season to see Tyrese Haliburton make his season debut ... as a broadcaster, that is.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 17 hours ago

The Athletic

LeBron James' agent shuts down idea of superstar leaving Lakers this season

Rich Paul told Max Kellerman on their podcast that James will finish the season as a Laker.

The Athletic • NBA → 18 hours ago

The Athletic

October 2027 is 'realistic target' for launch of NBA's Europe league, FIBA official says

The new league would attract conglomerate-level, uber-rich investors for new and existing franchises in Europe’s major cities.

The Athletic • NBA → 18 hours ago

ESPN

Cooper Flagg, Scottie Barnes move up in latest NBA 2K26 ratings

Here's every player who gained or lost points in the latest NBA 2K26 ratings update.

ESPN • NBA → 18 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

NBA Cup Power Rankings: How all 8 teams stack up in the knockout stage, from least to most likely to win the tourney

Welcome back to the world's most accurate power rankings, where this week we will place the eight NBA Cup quarterfinalists into so perfect an order they barely even have to play the tournament to sort it out.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 19 hours ago

The Athletic

Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton joins 'NBA on Prime,' will focus on 'positivity'

The two-time All-Star hopes to be a voice that not only celebrates the NBA but helps fans understand the game and its players.

The Athletic • NBA → 20 hours ago

RealGM

Pistons, Hawks, Raptors Expected To Pursue Trade For Anthony Davis

Anthony Davis has become a critical trade target for multiple Eastern Conference contenders ahead of the February deadline, according to ESPN. The Detroit Pistons, Atlanta Hawks, and Toronto Raptors are expected to pursue the 10-time All-Star, who has spent his entire career in the Western Conference.

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RealGM

BYU Assembled Big Three, Role Players To Maximize AJ Dybantsa's Lone Season

BYU executed a three-step roster construction plan to maximize AJ Dybantsa's lone college season. The program landed the No. 1 high school recruit in 2025 and ESPN's projected No.

RealGM • Basketball → 20 hours ago

The Athletic

The Bounce: NBA Cup elimination is here. So are our Western Conference grades

Zach Harper catches you up on the latest NBA news in our newsletter.

The Athletic • NBA → 20 hours ago

RealGM

Heat Virtually Eliminate Pick-And-Rolls In Revolutionary Offensive Transformation

The Miami Heat have implemented a radical offensive system that virtually eliminates pick-and-rolls and screens, putting the team on pace to shatter NBA records for fewest such actions per 100 possessions.

RealGM • Basketball → 21 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

NBA Cup 2025: Who will advance in the East? Breaking down Knicks-Raptors, Heat-Magic quarterfinal matchups

Welcome to the knockout rounds of the 2025 Emirates NBA Cup, where eight teams — four from each conference — will compete in quarterfinal matchups on Tuesday (East) and Wednesday (West).

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 21 hours ago

ESPN

Everything Shams is hearing on NBA trade season: Where could Anthony Davis land?

As NBA trade season nears, the futures of Anthony Davis and Giannis Antetokounmpo are in focus. Here's everything we're hearing.

ESPN • NBA → 21 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Rich Paul says LeBron James will finish 2025-26 as a member of the Lakers: 'Where's he gonna go?'

There are 58 days until the 2025-26 NBA trade deadline, and while some names have bubbled up within the rumor mill, one big name won't be going anywhere, according to the player's agent.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 21 hours ago

RealGM

Rich Paul Says LeBron James Will Finish Season With Lakers

On the debut episode of Game Over with Max Kellerman and Rich Paul, the hosts discussed LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers. Paul is the CEO of Klutch Sports, who represents James. Paul said he doesn't believe the Los Angeles Lakers are championship contenders are currently constructed.

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Andscape

Bam Adebayo ‘in the driver’s seat’ for Miami Heat

MIAMI – Miami Heat big man Bam Adebayo has finally grabbed the wheel to steer the team after eight seasons of being a co-pilot and learning from their former greats. Adebayo started his NBA career learning from 20-year Heat forward Udonis Haslem.

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RealGM

Pacers Looking To Add Long-Term Center In Trade

The Indiana Pacers are looking to add their center of the future as NBA trade season opens. Indiana is looking to trade for a long-term replacement for Myles Turner, after losing Turner in free agency this past offseason.

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Mavericks Open To Trading Anthony Davis, Klay Thompson, Daniel Gafford, D'Angelo Russell

The Dallas Mavericks have been patient since moving on from Nico Harrison. The Mavs continue to insist that they want to see their roster with better health before making any decisions on trades. However, Dallas is open to moving some of their veterans in the right deals.

RealGM • Basketball → 22 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Anthony Davis trade rumors: Pistons, Hawks and Raptors among teams interested in Mavericks star

Things haven't gone particularly well for the Dallas Mavericks this season. While Cooper Flagg has emerged after a relatively slow start, the Mavericks are 9-16 to open the season, and could be a popular seller at the NBA trade deadline.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 22 hours ago

ESPN

Pickups: Ryan Nembhard, Quentin Grimes among players to add

Every week in fantasy basketball, there are available players who can help fill holes in your roster. Here are the ones to add for the week ahead.

ESPN • NBA → 22 hours ago

RealGM

Knicks Will Not Have Exclusive Negotiating Window For Giannis Antetokounmpo In Trade Talks

Over the summer, the Milwaukee Bucks gave the New York Knicks an exclusive negotiating window to talk Giannis Antetokounmpo trades. Antetokounmpo had made it known that he preferred to play for the Knicks if traded.

RealGM • Basketball → 22 hours ago

The Athletic

Is NBA 'possession ball' a case of foul play? And what do Mavs have in Ryan Nembhard?

Nembhard took over as the Mavs’ starting point guard six games ago and has immediately helped everything click.

The Athletic • NBA → 22 hours ago

9th December 2025

ESPN

'It's an advantage': How post-ups became the NBA's most efficient play

In the tool belt of big men such as Porzingis and Wembanyama, the play has seen a resurgence that reflects how basketball has changed -- and will keep changing.

ESPN • NBA → 24 hours ago

ESPN

Previewing the NBA Cup quarterfinals

Our NBA insiders break down Spurs-Lakers and Suns-Thunder.

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The Athletic

NBA Cup rivalry? Raptors and Knicks have a history that includes lawsuits and big trades

The two teams, which face off in Tuesday's NBA Cup quarterfinals, have been linked together in several ways over the years.

The Athletic • NBA → 1 day ago

Yahoo Sports

New York Knicks vs. Toronto Raptors: How to watch the 2025 NBA Cup, where to stream and more

Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks head to Toronto for the NBA Cup East Quarterfinal on Tuesday, here's how to watch. (Kenneth Richmond/Getty Images) Kenneth Richmond via Getty Images There's just a week left in the 2025 Emirates NBA Cup, and by Dec.

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Yahoo Sports

Miami Heat vs. Orlando Magic: How to watch the 2025 NBA Cup, where to stream and more

Jalen Suggs and the Orlando Magic will play the Miami Heat in this week's East Quarterfinal in the NBA Cup, here's how to watch. (Rich Storry/Getty Images) Rich Storry via Getty Images The 2025 Emirates NBA Cup is wrapping up this week.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 1 day ago

The Athletic

NBA teams are crashing boards like never before. A call to New Zealand got things started

You may not know Paul Henare, but if you've watched games recently, you've seen a beloved strategy of his in action.

The Athletic • NBA → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Darko Rajaković is 'direct, honest, transparent' — and just what Raptors need

"Any time he gets mad and swears in Serbian, that s--- is so funny," Jamal Shead says of his head coach.

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RealGM

Group Stages Of 2025 NBA Cup Draws Over 40M Viewers

Over 40 million viewers watched the group stages of the 2025 NBA Cup across Amazon Prime Video, NBC/Peacock, and ESPN. The number marks a 90% increase from last year, making it the highest viewership in the three years of the tournament.

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RealGM

RJ Barrett Out At Least One More Week Following Injection In Knee

RJ Barrett will miss at least another week after having a platelet-rich plasma injection in his sprained right knee, the Toronto Raptors announced. Barrett has been out since November 23 and has missed eight games. Barrett is averaging 19.4 points per game on the season.

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ESPN

Harper spoils Queen's triple-double in rookie clash

Dylan Harper came out on top in a clash of 2025 rookies despite Pelicans center Derik Queen's 33-point triple-double in a thrilling 135-132 Spurs win.

ESPN • NBA → 1 day ago

Yahoo Sports

Timberwolves' Rudy Gobert ejected after drilling Mark Williams with a forearm mid-dunk in loss to Suns

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert was ejected from their 108-105 loss to the Phoenix Suns on Monday night after checking Mark Williams in the air with his forearm as he was going up for a dunk.

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Fox Sports

Aussie young gun Alex Toohey suffers brutal NBA setback

The Golden State Warriors have waived Australian two-way forward Alex Toohey.

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RealGM

Desmond Bane Fined $35,000 For Throwing Ball At OG Anunoby

Desmond Bane has been fined $35,000 for throwing the game ball at OG Anunoby with force at an opponent in an unsportsmanlike manner.

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The Athletic

Magic's Desmond Bane fined $35K after pelting Knicks' OG Anunoby with ball

Bane corralled a loose ball and fired it at Anunoby, who had fallen out of bounds. The NBA called the play unsportsmanlike.

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ESPN

Magic's Bane fined for throwing ball at Anunoby

Magic guard Desmond Bane was fined $35,000 by the NBA for firing the basketball at New York's OG Anunoby in an unsportsmanlike manner.

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ESPN

Barrett to miss more time after injection in knee

Raptors forward RJ Barrett will be sidelined for at least another week following a platelet-rich plasma injection in his sprained right knee.

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Yahoo Sports

Magic's Desmond Bane fined $35,000 for chucking ball at OG Anunoby in loss to Knicks

Desmond Bane’s decision to launch a ball at OG Anunoby is going to cost him. The NBA fined Bane $35,000 on Monday, one day after he launched a ball at Anunoby during the Orlando Magic’s 106-100 loss to the New York Knicks.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 2 days ago

Fox Sports

NBA trade chaos is about to erupt. These stars could be on the table ... and what it means for Aussies

Who’s buying? Who’s selling? And which stars could be on the move? .

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ESPN

'I'm going to be their security': Luka Doncic opens up on second child's birth

The Los Angeles Lakers guard becomes the father to his second child over the weekend after missing two matchups against the Celtics and Raptors.

ESPN • NBA → 2 days ago

The Athletic

Magic's Franz Wagner avoids major injury, will miss time with high-ankle sprain

Orlando star, who is averaging 22.7 points and plays active defense, suffered frightening-looking injury in New York.

The Athletic • NBA → 2 days ago

RealGM

Terry Rozier Pleads Not Guilty to Federal Gambling Charges

Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier pleaded not guilty Monday to federal conspiracy wire fraud and money laundering charges in Brooklyn federal court. The 30-year-old was released on $3 million bond secured by his Florida home after his first court appearance in the illegal sports gambling case.

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ESPN

Rozier pleads not guilty to sports betting charges

Heat player Terry Rozier pleaded not guilty Monday to charges he helped gamblers placing bets on his performance in NBA games.

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ESPN

Magic's Wagner avoids big injury, has ankle sprain

Magic star Franz Wagner got good news Monday after an MRI revealed he suffered only a high ankle sprain after he took an ugly-looking fall on Sunday.

ESPN • NBA → 2 days ago

RealGM

Jamal Murray, Jaylen Brown Named NBA's Players Of The Week

Jamal Murray and Jaylen Brown have been named the NBA's Players of the Week for Week 7. Murray averaged 29.8 points and 7.5 assists as the Denver Nuggets went 3-1. Brown averaged 34.0 points, 6.7 rebounds and 5.7 assists as the Boston Celtics went 4-0.

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RealGM

Malevy Leons, Warriors Sign Two-Way Deal

Malevy Leons has agreed to sign a Two-Way deal with the Golden State Warriors. Leons, a 6'9 power forward, went undrafted in 2024 out of Bradley and was released by the Oklahoma City Thunder in October. Leons appeared in six games last season with the Thunder.

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RealGM

Franz Wagner Out 2-4 Weeks With High Left Ankle Sprain

Franz Wagner has been diagnosed with a high left ankle sprain and is expected to miss two to four weeks. Wagner underwent an MRI after suffering the injury on Sunday with the diagnosis being an encouraging one based on the potential severity of the injury when it occurred.

RealGM • Basketball → 2 days ago

The Athletic

Heat's Terry Rozier pleads not guilty to gambling charges; lawyer asks for speedy resolution

Jim Trusty, the lawyer for Rozier, said he plans to file a motion to dismiss the case Tuesday.

The Athletic • NBA → 2 days ago

Yahoo Sports

Magic F Franz Wagner reportedly has high-ankle sprain, avoided more serious injury; will miss multiple weeks, remainder of NBA Cup

Standout Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner has a high left-ankle sprain that's expected to sideline him for multiple weeks, ESPN's Shams Charania reports. The injury projects to sideline Wagner for the remainder of NBA Cup play.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 2 days ago

Yahoo Sports

‘Slightly Biased, Spot On or So Wrong?’ Contenders, Celtics, Lakers, Embiid, Nembhard & more

Subscribe to The Kevin O'Connor ShowApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube. Kevin O’Connor is joined by Slightly Biased to break down whether Ryan Nembhard is the next Steve Nash and his impact on the Dallas Mavericks.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 2 days ago

Yahoo Sports

Grizzlies' Zach Edey is leveling up: Is the second-year big man on his way to NBA stardom?

It doesn’t take long for Zach Edey to make his presence felt. On the opening basket of Sunday’s game between the Memphis Grizzlies and Portland Trail Blazers, rookie wing Cedric Coward is able to eek out a late-clock bucket against Sidy Cissoko after a well-timed pump fake.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 2 days ago

Yahoo Sports

The Giannis Antetokounmpo trade market: What's the best deal for all 30 teams?

The Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes are here, even if the former MVP hasn't even officially requested a trade from the Milwaukee Bucks yet.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 2 days ago

RealGM

Dunc'd On: 7 in 106 (Eastern Conference Mailbag 12.8.25)

Hawks - 3:36. Should the Hawks trade Trae Young plus two juicy Bucks/Pels picks for Giannis, and how would that look from both teams' perspectives?. If the Hawks keep Trae, re-sign him reasonably, and just add this incoming Pelicans pick, can that path ever realistically lead to a championship?. Do you buy Onyeka Okongwu's three-point shooting, and if you do, is he a top-15 center in the league?. Celtics - 13:20. If you're the Celtics, how should you play out the rest of the season-go all out because there's no super-team in the East, or pull back at some point to protect health?. How useful will their increased turnover forcing and more egalitarian offense be once Jayson Tatum returns, and which rotation guys could actually be part of a high-level playoff rotation?. Is Jaylen Brown genuinely improved compared to prior years, or is it mostly that the mid-range is falling more; and if it's shot luck, how long would he have to sustain this for it to be "real"?. Nets - 22:36. Is Michael Porter more valuable to the Nets as an on-court player to get them back into the playoff mix, or as a trade asset?. Can you do as deep a dive as possible on Noah Clowney's game and development?. Were pundits too quick to call the Nets' draft a disaster given how much their rookies are now playing?. Hornets - 31:06. What has happened to LaMelo Ball-he was an All-Star before, so is this decline just injuries and lack of progression?. What are some potential trades for Miles Bridges, Ball, and Sexton?. Do you sense a shift in the Hornets' organizational philosophy under the new regime?. Bulls - 39:10. John Hollinger has said the Suns turned down the Pelicans/Hawks pick deal; do you know if that exact deal (or better) was offered to other teams like the Bulls or Blazers, or is that just logical inference?. Should the Bulls go all-in and trade for Anthony Davis, and what could they realistically get for Coby White if Art? «ras Karnišovas canvassed the league?. The Bulls are trying to make up for their talent deficit by running on everything-does that strategy backfire (more injuries, better teams separating with more possessions), or is it actually their best path?. Cavs - 50:20. How concerned are you about the Cavs' bad start, and in particular about Darius Garland's play and health?. What are your thoughts on Jaylon Tyson's development so far?. Should Cleveland start trying to get out of the second apron, and what would it take to do that?. Pistons - 58:06. Good or bad, what has been the most surprising thing about the Eastern Conference so far this season?. Besides Giannis and Lauri Markkanen, what other players would be a good fit for the Pistons and actually gettable?. Would Sam Hauser be a good target for the Pistons given his price point and role, and how does he fit relative to what they already have (e.

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Yahoo Sports

Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier to be arraigned in gambling conspiracy case Monday in New York

Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier will appear in a New York court on Monday afternoon for arraignment on federal wire fraud and money laundering charges.  Rozier last appeared before a federal judge on Oct. 23 in Orlando, Florida, when prosecutors initially announced the indictment.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 2 days ago

Yahoo Sports

Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier pleads not guilty in gambling conspiracy case, released on bond

Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier pleaded not guilty in a New York court on Monday afternoon as he was arraigned on federal wire fraud and money laundering charges.  Rozier last appeared before a federal judge on Oct. 23 in Orlando, Florida, when prosecutors initially announced the indictment.

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ESPN

The East race is unpredictable. These five players could help decide where it's headed

Vincent Goodwill examines five wild-card players who could impact the East race -- one of whom could completely transform it.

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The Athletic

The Bounce: Let's grade the NBA's Eastern Conference teams

Zach Harper catches you up on the latest NBA news in our newsletter.

The Athletic • NBA → 2 days ago

The Athletic

NBA Power Rankings: Thunder, Lakers, Celtics get high marks in first quarter

Every team has played at least 20 games ... some far better than others.

The Athletic • NBA → 2 days ago

RealGM

NBA PER (Week 7): Austin Reaves Moves Up To No. 7

Austin Reaves ranks seventh in the NBA in PER after the seven week of the season. Reaves has a True Shooting Percentage of .690 while averaging 29.3 points, 5.5 rebounds and 6.8 assists this season. Nikola Jokic remains No.

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The Athletic

NBA Rewind: Giannis Antetokounmpo drama heats up, and so does the NBA Cup

Who's hot (Celtics, Jalen Johnson) and not (Bulls, Cavaliers) after another big week in the league?.

The Athletic • NBA → 2 days ago

RealGM

Heat Could File Grievance Over Terry Rozier Trade; Unclear If Miami Can Trade Rozier

The Miami Heat were unaware that Terry Rozier III had been investigated for irregularities related to suspicious prop bets when they acquired him from the Charlotte Hornets in 2024. The Heat owe the Hornets a lottery-protected 2027 first-round pick from the Rozier trade.

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RealGM

Warriors To Explore Jonathan Kuminga Trades

Despite the Golden State Warriors being down Stephen Curry, Draymond Green and Al Horford, Steve Kerr left forward Jonathan Kuminga on the bench on Sunday. It's now expected that the Warriors will look to trade Kuminga ahead of the trade deadline.

RealGM • Basketball → 2 days ago

8th December 2025

ESPN

Everything we know about the Heat's trade for Terry Rozier

Rozier was traded to Miami in 2024 without any investigation being disclosed.

ESPN • NBA → 2 days ago

The Athletic

LeBron James bounces back with season-high 29 points, clutch buckets vs. 76ers

“That was vintage Bron,” Luka Dončić said.

The Athletic • NBA → 2 days ago

The Athletic

Knicks' OG Anunoby, Mikal Bridges have serious NBA All-Star cases

The Knicks' duo might be the best players in the NBA to never make an All-Star game. That could change this year.

The Athletic • NBA → 2 days ago

ESPN

LeBron bounces back, nets season-high 29 in win

A game after he failed to reach 10 points for the first time in 17 years, LeBron James produced an impressive fourth quarter Sunday night, posting 10 straight points in lifting the Lakers to a 112-108 victory over the 76ers.

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ESPN

Kuminga is DNP as short-handed Dubs win again

Both Steve Kerr and Jonathan Kuminga brushed off the benching of the Warriors' forward despite entering Sunday's win short-handed.

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RealGM

Steph Curry Could Return To Practice On Wednesday

Steph Curry is progressing from a quad contusion and could return to practice on Wednesday, the Golden State Warriors announced. Curry is ramping up with individual on-court workouts. Steve Kerr said over the weekend that Curry returning this coming Friday against the Wolves is "realistic.".

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Heat Still Have No Confirmation Over Legality Of Trading Terry Rozier's Salary

The NBA still has not confirmed whether the Miami Heat can trade Terry Rozier's salary, sources told Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. Rozier remains on leave due to being investigated for alleged involvement in gambling and fixing stats in games.

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Heat Held Internal Discussions Over Trading For Ja Morant; Considering Bolder, Win-Now Moves

The Miami Heat have had "internal discussions" over trading for Ja Morant, sources told Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. The front office is considering how the Heat's infrastructure could bring out the best in Morant.

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Heat Refused To Include Kel'el Ware In Potential Kevin Durant Trade

The Miami Heat refused to include Kel'el Ware in any trade discussion involving Kevin Durant last summer, sources told Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. The Heat reportedly turned down a deal involving Ware, Jamie Jaquez Jr., Nikola Jovic, and the No.

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'Strong Belief' Giannis Antetokounmpo Wants To Go To Knicks If He Gets Traded

There is a "strong belief" that Giannis Antetokounmpo wants to go to the New York Knicks over any other team should if get traded from the Milwaukee Bucks, according to Jake Fischer of The People's Insider.

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Thunder's blowout win over Jazz briefly interrupted by a broken smoke machine at the Delta Center

The Oklahoma City Thunder had no issues on Sunday night, even with reigning league MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander sitting on the bench. The Delta Center, on the other hand, struggled.

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