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Knicks Sign Another Former Sixth Man Of The Year For Depth

NEW YORK — The Knicks have turned again to experience to balance their roster. With training camp approaching, they have signed Malcolm Brogdon to a one-year deal, according to Shams Charania of ESPN.

New York Knicks News / Posting and Toasting / September 12

Knicks sign Malcolm Brogdon to one-year deal

The Knicks have added another vet to their bench. As first reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania, free-agent guard Malcolm Brogdon has agreed to a one-year deal with New York, giving Mike Brown a reliable secondary ballhandler and a calm late-clock decision-maker.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / September 12

Knicks to sign former Sixth Man of the Year

The Knicks and free agent guard Malcolm Brogdon have reached an agreement on a one-year contract, agent Sam Permut tells Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link).

New York Knicks News / Athlon Sports / September 12

Knicks Sign Veteran Guard Following Troubling Ben Simmons Reports

The New York Knicks have been heavily linked to free agent point guard Ben Simmons for much of the NBA offseason. After putting on a hot pursuit of the former Rookie of the Year for a few weeks, the team has decided to pivot to a familiar face.

NBA News / Cavaliers Nation / September 11

2016 Cavs champ calls out NBA for ‘cowardly’ rule change

The NBA has made a rule change with the hope that it will encourage more players to attempt end-of-quarter heaves. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, a missed heave at the end of a period will now be recorded as a missed shot for the team rather than the player who attempted it.

Brooklyn Nets News / The Lead / September 10

What Does Cam Thomas’ Contract Mean for His and Nets Future?

The notorious “bucket getter” landed a not-so B.I.G. contract with the Brooklyn Nets. As reported by Shams Charania, there was a lot left to be desired for Cam Thomas. Accepting the $6 million qualifying offer only brings about more uncertainty about the Nets’ future and whether Thomas is part of it.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / September 10

Knicks Star Will Benefit from New NBA Rule

New York Knicks star Mikal Bridges will no longer be dinged for his flings. Per ESPN's Shams Charania revealed that the NBA is making an adjustment to its rulebook for the 2025-26 season, one that will no longer penalize shooters for desperation heaves often flung at the end of periods.

NBA News / The Spun / September 10

NBA Approves 'Fun' Rule Change For 2025-26 Season

It's not often that the NBA makes rule changes that fans actually enjoy, but this newest one may do just that. According to ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania, the NBA has decided to implement a new rule where end-of-period Hail Mary-like heaves will no longer count against a player's shooting percentage.

Chicago Bulls News / Hoops Rumors / September 9

Bulls re-sign Josh Giddey to lucrative deal

He will get the most lucrative contract any RFA has signed so far this summer.

Ben Simmons reportedly made shocking Knicks decision

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Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / September 5

Bucks Take Shot at ESPN’s Shams Charania on Social Media

Fans of the Milwaukee Bucks have not been happy with Shams Charania. He was the one who reported that Giannis Antetokounmpo was open to being moved this offseason.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / September 5

Cam Thomas believes in himself more than the Brooklyn Nets do

Cam Thomas just paid four million dollars for a no-trade clause. Cam Thomas is OVER it. “Thomas’ representatives … ultimately declined Brooklyn’s offers

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 4

Cam Thomas Has Something to Prove After Taking Nets' Qualifying Offer

After a summer full of uncertainty, drama and tension, the Brooklyn Nets have finally inked Cam Thomas to a new contract. The franchise's most recent star is back with the team that drafted him for at least one more season.

Brooklyn Nets News / Dallas Hoops Journal / September 4

Cam Thomas Signs Qualifying Offer With Brooklyn Nets

Cam Thomas is signing a one-year, $6 million qualifying offer to return to the Brooklyn Nets, according to NBA insider Shams Charania of ESPN. Thomas will become an unrestricted free agent next offseason.

Brooklyn Nets News / NetsDaily / September 4

NO DEAL: Cam Thomas exercises Qualifying Offer, Nets future uncertain

After months of speculation, Cam Thomas and the Brooklyn Nets failed to reach an agreement on a new contract so the 23-year-old on Thursday exercised his qualifying offer of $6.0 million making him an unrestricted free agent next summer.

NBA News / BasketballNews.com / September 4

NBA 2026 All-Star Game reimagined as USA vs. World with three-team, round-robin format

The NBA is once again shaking up its All-Star Game format – this time with a bold international twist. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the 2026 edition will feature a three-team, round-robin tournament comprising two U.S.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / September 3

NBA All-Star Game format changing yet again. Will this one stick?

The NBA is changing up the All-Star Game again. Shams Charania of ESPN reports the 2026 showcase at the Clippers’ Intuit Dome will feature a round-robin tournament.

Villanova Wildcats News / Hoops Rumors / August 29

Former college head coach joining Hornets staff

The former Fordham and Villanova head coach has agreed to become an assistant coach on Charles Lee‘s staff with the Hornets.

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Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / August 26

The next domino that will fall in the Charlotte Hornets offseason

We are deep into the NBA offseason. ESPN's Shams Charania has only broken one signing over the previous eight days. There have only been two trades in the entire month of August.

New York Knicks News / Hoops Rumors / August 24

Cavaliers Among Teams Interested In Malik Beasley

The Cavaliers are among the teams that have checked in on free agent wing Malik Beasley, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). The Knicks are another team interested in Beasley, Scotto adds.

NBA News / Pro Football Talk / August 22

Malik Beasley is no longer the target of a federal gambling investigation

NBA player Malik Beasley's free agency had been derailed by a federal gambling investigation. The investigation has ended, and he's no longer under scrutiny.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 19

John Wall Officially Announces Retirement After 11 NBA Seasons

The NBA world closed the book on one of the most electrifying point guards of the modern era as John Wall officially announced his retirement after 11 seasons.

NFL News / Hoops Wire / August 13

NBA insider Shams Charania says 24/7 grind makes relationships ‘very hard’

ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania says the grind of his job has taken a toll on his personal life. Speaking on ESPN’s “The Sports Reporters” with Jeremy Schaap, MLB insider Jeff Passan and NFL insider Adam Schefter, Charania described what it’s like to work in a business that rarely stops.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / August 11

NBA to Release 2025-26 Schedule on Thursday

The NBA will reveal its full 2025-26 regular-season schedule on Thursday, the league announced. As usual, a few big games have already leaked. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that opening night will feature the defending champion Thunder hosting the Rockets, followed by the Warriors visiting the Lakers.