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NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 3
Kelly Olynyk officially joins Luka Doncic-backed team in Italy
Veteran big man Kelly Olynyk is officially taking his game overseas, and he’s joining a fairly interesting operation. Olynyk has signed with BC Roma, the newly established Italian club co-founded by former Mavericks general manager Donnie Nelson and Lakers star Luka Doncic.
Golden State Warriors News / Golden State of Mind / October 1
Rumored Warriors free agent target headed to Italy 
During the free agency waiting game this summer, many players were linked to the Golden State Warriors. While the Dubs ultimately went in a different direction, veteran center Kelly Olynyk was one name that came up in multiple reports.
San Antonio Spurs News / Hoops Rumors / October 1
Kelly Olynyk Reportedly Expected To Sign With BC Roma
After initially reporting that the two sides were nearing an agreement, the Italian outlet Superbasket says free agent big man Kelly Olynyk is on track to join BC Roma, with a deal expected to be officially finalized soon.
The 'NBA 60-point scorers' quiz
Throughout NBA history, only 40 players have scored 60 or more points during an NBA regular-season game. How many of the 40 can you name in six minutes?
San Antonio Spurs News / Hoops Wire / September 5
NBA Notes: Spurs, Kelly Olynyk, Mavericks, Dirk Nowitzki, Sixers
Kelly Olynyk may not be finished with the Spurs after all. The free-agent big man has spent time in San Antonio this offseason and worked out with some of his former teammates, according to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
NBA News / New York Knicks on SI / August 27
Latest Kelly Olynyk Development Could Help Set Up a Knicks Tryout
The current list of free-agent centers isn't very appealing for the New York Knicks, especially considering the other names they've attempted to add but fell short.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 6
Warriors eye two veterans to save their disappointing offseason
The Warriors missed out on a splash addition this offseason and are turning their attention to the margins as they attempt to cobble together a competitive roster around Steph Curry.
Golden State Warriors News / Larry Brown Sports / August 4
Warriors are being linked to two notable shooters in free agency
The Golden State Warriors may be trying to play 5-out next season. Golden State is interested in signing two notable shooters this offseason, Bleacher Report’s Jake Fischer reported in a video feature this week.
San Antonio Spurs News / Gonzaga Bulldogs on SI / May 31
Gonzaga’s NBA Finals representation grows with Kelly Olynyk’s return
Last year, Chet Holmgren became the fourth Gonzaga alumnus to win an NBA championship, and the first since Austin Daye back in 2014 with the San Antonio Spurs.
San Antonio Spurs News / Larry Brown Sports / April 21
Kelly Olynyk gets clowned for his socks in final seconds of Game 1
San Antonio Spurs big man Kelly Olynyk probably didn’t expect his choice of socks to be put on blast to open the playoffs. The veteran big man was on the floor for the final minute of play in the Spurs’ 111-98 win over the Portland Trail Blazers in Game 1 of their first-round series at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
San Antonio Spurs News / San Antonio Spurs on SI / July 18, 2025
Where Does San Antonio Spurs' Roster Stand After Kelly Olynyk Signing?
SAN ANTONIO — Kelly Olynyk barely missed the cut. Still, he knows what a 7-foot generational talent looks like. "Seven footers are a lot more skilled than they used to be," the 34-year-old said on a public ESPN broadcast, speaking from experience.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 9, 2025
Recent Spurs deal highlights disaster of Derrick White trade
The San Antonio Spurs traded for center Kelly Olynyk Tuesday, a deal that gives them another shooting big man and closes the book on a big part of their disastrous trade of Derrick White.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / July 9, 2025
Wizards' Kelly Olynyk Era Ends Before it Starts
For as inactive as the Washington Wizards have been in free agency, they've been busy in the trading game as any team in the league. They've made a variety
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 9, 2025
Former first-round pick gets traded for second time in two days
He was just traded two days ago from New Orleans to Washington in the three-team deal that included CJ McCollum and Jordan Poole.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 24, 2025
Pelicans spend big on Zion Williamson core with Wizards trade
After a 21-61 season, the New Orleans Pelicans fired their team president. A big trade Tuesday shows new GM Bryson Graham still believes in this Pelicans core.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 24, 2025
Pelicans look to contend again after trade with Wizards
The Pelicans shook up their roster on Tuesday when they agreed to send CJ McCollum, Kelly Olynyk and a second-round pick to the Wizards in exchange for Jordan Poole, Saddiq Bey and the No. 40 pick in this year's draft, per ESPN's Shams Charania.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 6, 2025
Raptors make a baffling move with trade for star forward
The Toronto Raptors were over a year into a slow, cautious rebuild where they traded off veterans and slowly accumulated draft picks. Wednesday, they completely reversed course to make a win-now trade.
Toronto Raptors News / Yardbarker / March 5, 2024
Oh, Canada! Raptors lock up another Canadian player
You don't have to be Canadian to play for the Toronto Raptors. But it certainly doesn't hurt.
Toronto Raptors News / Hoops Rumors / March 4, 2024
Kelly Olynyk, Raptors agree to a two-year contract extension
The deal is the max amount Olynyk was able to extend on. The extension was made official by the team.
Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Nation / February 16, 2024
Raptors Rumors: Kelly Olynyk Expected To Sign Contract Extension With Toronto
The Toronto Raptors brought in Kelly Olynyk at the NBA Trade Deadline. Toronto acquired the Canadian center and Ochai Agbaji from the Utah Jazz in return for Kira Lewis Jr., Otto Porter Jr., and a 2024 first-round pick.
Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / February 9, 2024
Kelly Olynyk reacts to joining Toronto Raptors, a move he didn't see coming
Pulling on a Toronto Raptors shirt for the first time as a roster player, Canada’s Kelly Olynyk didn’t feel out of place. The seven-foot center, who spent
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / February 4, 2024
Could Heat reunite with former big man at trade deadline?
The Miami Heat could use a little depth boost. A reunion with old friend Kelly Olynyk would help that issue.
Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / January 31, 2024
Jazz’s Kelly Olynyk Rumored to Be Drawing Trade Interest From Rockets
Leading up to the anticipated NBA trade deadline, the Utah Jazz continue to be surrounded by rumors and apparent interest around the league surrounding their roster.
Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / January 17, 2024
Report: Jazz’s Kelly Olynyk Has Rumored Trade Interest From Clippers
More chatter continues to surround the Utah Jazz and veteran big man Kelly Olynyk. Despite the Jazz rattling off their recent six-game win streak to kick off 2024, it looks like the front office will not be sitting on their hands ahead of the February 8th trade deadline.
Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / January 13, 2024
Jazz Deal Kelly Olynyk to Knicks in NBA Mock Trade Ahead of Deadline
As the NBA trade deadline begins to get closer and closer, it makes for a good time to propose some hypothetical deals we could see happening during the middle of this season.
Utah Jazz News / Larry Brown Sports / January 3, 2024
One surprising Jazz player reportedly drawing the most trade interest
The Utah Jazz’s most coveted trade asset might surprise you.
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