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It’s a cost-cutting move for the Pelicans.

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Mavericks could face a surprisingly cold trade market for Kyrie Irving

Notable update emerges on possible Seattle NBA franchise comeback

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Charlotte Hornets News / Hoops Wire / August 16

Cavs get favorable marks for Dennis Schroder trade

The Cavaliers apparently won’t be getting an A for their Dennis Schroder trade. But ESPN believes they did slightly better than the other guys. ESPN’s Zach Kram gave Cleveland a B for its deal with the Hornets, while Charlotte received a B-minus.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / June 30

Salary Cap, Tax Line Set For 2026/27 NBA Season

The NBA has officially set the salary cap for its 2026/27 season. The cap has come in at $164,961,000, which is just slightly below the league’s projection of $165MM.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / June 2

Suns Reward Big Man With Fully Guaranteed Contract

The Phoenix Suns have reportedly made their first roster move of the offseason. ESPN's Bobby Marks reported on X Monday that the Suns recently guaranteed Oso Ighodaro's contract for next season.

Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / May 22

Ranking the Indiana Pacers Best Trade Assets Heading Into the Offseason

In a recent article by Bobby Marks of ESPN, Marks had the Pacers available assets to be traded as one of the worst in the NBA, tiering them with the Boston Celtics in the “Gap Year” tier.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / May 21

How the Grizzlies can maximize stash of draft assets

ESPN NBA analyst Bobby Marks ranked the Grizzlies in tier one of teams with the best future draft asset collections in the league, along with the Brooklyn Nets, Charlotte Hornets, Oklahoma City Thunder, San Antonio Spurs, Utah Jazz and Washington Wizards.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / April 14

Nets 2026 Salary Cap Tracker: How Much Room, Flexibility They Have This Offseason

The Brooklyn Nets will have a lot of salary room to work with this offseason. ESPN's Bobby Marks projected their cap space at $31 million, the third most in the NBA.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / April 12

Projected NBA Taxpayers For 2025/26

As we outlined in February, a total of 14 teams projected to be taxpayers prior to an eventful trade deadline week, with the 16 non-taxpayers on track to receive about $13.8MM apiece in tax distribution money at that point.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Hoops Wire / March 30

Bucks’ entire offseason comes down to the Giannis question

The Bucks don’t have a small question this offseason. They have the question. According to ESPN’s Bobby Marks, everything in Milwaukee comes back to Giannis Antetokounmpo — and whether the franchise can reach clarity on his future.

Indiana Pacers News / Hoops Wire / March 30

Pacers waiting on lottery luck to shape future

The Pacers may have more riding on the lottery than anyone. According to ESPN’s Bobby Marks, Indiana’s offseason outlook could swing dramatically based on where its pick lands.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Wire / March 30

Mavericks’ first offseason priority? Picking top of front office

All the Mavericks need is direction. They have the pieces. But according to ESPN’s Bobby Marks, the biggest question in Dallas right now isn’t about the roster.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / February 20

Projected NBA Taxpayers For 2025/26

While seven NBA teams are still operating in luxury tax territory following the All-Star break, that total has been cut in half since the start of the month.

Utah Jazz News / Hoops Wire / February 12

Ryan Smith to ESPN’s Bobby Marks: ‘Maybe sit this one out’ as Jazz fine sparks war of words

Ryan Smith was not done talking. After the NBA fined the Jazz $500,000 for conduct detrimental to the league, the Utah owner took direct aim at ESPN’s Bobby Marks, firing back after Marks compared tanking fines to luxury tax payments under the previous CBA.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / September 15

Hawks trading former first-round pick to Nets

The 15th overall pick in the 2023 draft, he has battled injuries since entering the NBA.

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Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / August 16, 2025

Miami Heat Receive High Marks For Impressive Offseason Moves

While there is time for another move, the Miami Heat's offseason seems just about complete. Although Miami whiffed on landing any of the big-name players they are consistently rumored to target, the team made a few notable additions to help improve their rotation heading into an important season.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / August 4, 2025

Marks: NBA Middle Class Thriving Despite CBA Criticism

Despite growing frustration among fans and some league executives, ESPN’s Bobby Marks isn’t ready to declare that the new NBA collective bargaining agreement has wrecked free agency.

Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / July 7, 2025

Bobby Marks Lauds Heat for Recent Acquisition of Elite Scorer

The Miami Heat are earning high praise for their latest roster move, with ESPN NBA insider Bobby Marks calling it a “home run trade” on Monday morning.

Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / June 30, 2025

Heat Get Exciting News About NBA Free Agency

The Miami Heat are poised for a promising free agency period, according to NBA insider Bobby Marks. In a recent segment on ESPN, Marks highlighted the

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / June 24, 2025

NBA Insider Bobby Marks Expresses Concern Over Magic’s Youth Before Draft

The Orlando Magic are in an intriguing position following acquiring Desmond Bane. Although the Magic now have a solid core capable of matching any team in the league, they still possess a group of young players who need to prove themselves.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 3, 2025

Bobby Marks Analyzes Nets' Cam Thomas Future, Giannis Antetokounmpo Pursuit

A former member of the Brooklyn Nets front office-turned-journalist, Bobby Marks, released his official offseason guide for the franchise he spent nearly two decades working for.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / June 3, 2025

ESPN’s Bobby Marks Expects Lakers To Be ‘Extremely Aggressive’ This Offseason

ESPN’s Bobby Marks expects the Los Angeles Lakers to be “extremely aggressive” this offseason. The Lakers need a center alongside LeBron James and Luka Doncic. James has a player option to return to the Lakers next season.