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The Golden State Warriors upped their offer to restricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga. But they failed to make the 22-year-old feel valued.
EuroBasket win could clinch journeyman guard's Hall of Fame case
When you consider what he's done in international basketball, he looks destined for enshrinement.
Knicks' veteran signings mean young prospect could be gone
The New York Knicks really only had room for one more veteran to bolster their bench. Since they signed two of them, their most recent first-round pick might be heading out the door.
Another former Sacramento King heads to Europe
The Sacramento Kings have rarely been a premium destination for NBA players. Now, it seems like playing for the Kings is driving players out of the country.
Could Clippers scandal affect Kawhi Leonard's Hall of Fame case?
Evidence continues to pile up that Kawhi Leonard got a highly suspicious endorsement deal from a company the team heavily invested in. But will the scandal affect Leonard's legacy?
New NBA 'heave' rule rewards stars who don't pad stats
Some NBA players will throw up an end-of-quarter heave with the cock winding down even though it will hurt their shooting percentage. Now, the NBA has removed that disincentive.
Spurs star has an action-packed offseason worthy of a movie montage
After Victor Wembanyama had to miss the second half of the season due to blood clots, he spent the summer preparing for his return in a very cinematic manner.
Bulls find a middle ground with their young free agent
Josh Giddey wanted to make $30M per year. The Chicago Bulls wanted to give him $20M. On Tuesday, they met right in the middle.
Nuggets get encouraging performance from new backup big man
Their new backup showed at EuroBasket on Tuesday that he can shoulder some of the scoring load.
New Hall of Famer won't get his number retired by any team
He was inducted to the Basketball Hall of Fame on Saturday. But despite this honor, it's not likely his jersey goes to the rafters for any NBA team.
Raptors may have gotten steal in free agency with Georgian big man
After three disappointing seasons, the Toronto Raptors are ready to push for a return to the playoffs. A minimum-contract big man could be a big aid in getting them there.
Kawhi Leonard could be costliest free agent in NBA history
Given his salary, the cost to acquire him and the possible massive fines related to his lucrative secret endorsement deal, Kawhi Leonard may end up being the most expensive free agent in NBA history.
Mavericks forward's extension shows decreasing value of cap space
NBA teams used to clear salary-cap space in order to build playoff teams. P.J. Washington's new four-year extension shows the Dallas Mavericks — and the NBA as a whole — work in a different way now.
Potential Clippers penalty could create a free-agent frenzy
The NBA is investigating the Los Angeles Clippers for circumventing the salary cap. If the league finds the Clippers were complicit in the illegal dealings, the punishment could create a free-agent frenzy.
Nets star's bold move could set major precedent in the NBA
The only leverage that NBA restricted free agents have this season is threatening to accept the qualifying offer.
Kawhi Leonard's no-obligation endorsement deal was larger than we thought
The Clippers can continue to deny that they were cheating on the cap by funneling extra money to their star, but new evidence may suggest otherwise.
NBA solves major problem for USA vs. the World
In his annual effort to retool the flagging All-Star Game, NBA commissioner Adam Silver has been pushing a Team USA vs. International format.
Bombshell Kawhi Leonard report brings up history of salary-cap scandals
The Los Angeles Clippers may have circumvented the salary cap with Kawhi Leonard. They wouldn't be the first professional team to get busted for cap violations. Here's a list of some of the most egregious cap offenses.
Knicks' deal with Jalen Brunson isn't salary-cap cheating — despite criticism
The New York Knicks don't have to worry about their deal with Jalen Brunson.
Clippers may have circumvented salary cap with superstar's deal
The NBA hasn't announced an investigation, but such manipulation of the salary cap has been treated harshly in the past.
Hawks geared for long-distance offense next season
Adding three-point shooting should help the Atlanta Hawks' spacing. As new Hawk Kristaps Porzingis is showing at EuroBasket, that spacing goes beyond the three-point line.
Unheralded signing could be secret weapon for Bucks
Normally, signing a 33-year-old with a 2.4 career scoring average isn't very newsworthy. But it's different when that player's brother is a two-time NBA MVP.
Luka Doncic racks up milestones in Slovenia's first win
For Lakers fans, it's exciting to see what Doncic can do as a one-man team.
Trail Blazers star sends France to upset loss at EuroBasket
Deni Avdija was one of the NBA's most improved players in his first season with the Trail Blazers. After leading Israel to an upset win at EuroBasket, Avdija is showing his breakthrough season was no fluke.
'Linsanity' finally comes to an end with veteran guard's retirement
He'll always be remembered for his red-hot month in 2012, but Lin carved out a long pro career from a very inauspicious start.
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