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Giannis Antetokounmpo confirms he re-evaluated his future with Bucks this summer. Like every summer.

Giannis Antetokounmpo is not in Milwaukee to start training camp — but that did not stop the drama. Antetokounmpo zoomed into Bucks media day Monday from his home, where he is recovering from a case of COVID (he is expected to return in the coming days). From his house, Antetokounmpo said things Bucks fans will […]

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West Notes: Warriors, Jonathan Kuminga, Mavericks, lineup, Blazers

Getty Warriors Jonathan Kuminga’s restricted free agency situation remains unresolved as Golden State heads into training camp, but it dominated media day conversations. Stephen Curry, Draymond Green and Jimmy Butler each addressed the standoff. Green predicted that if Kuminga signs a deal and “plays great,” everyone will eventually “forget (the situation) and move on.” “As

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East Notes: Bucks, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Celtics, Anfernee Simons, Hornets

File photo Bucks Giannis Antetokounmpo wasn’t physically present at media day on Monday — a case of COVID kept him in Greece — but that didn’t stop him from addressing Milwaukee reporters over Zoom. The two-time MVP reiterated that he weighed his options during the offseason but ultimately remains focused on contending with the Bucks.

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NBA Notes: Jazz, Walker Kessler, Heat, Tyler Herro, Rockets

Getty Jazz Walker Kessler’s contract situation remains unresolved as the regular season approaches. Apparently, the Jazz and their fourth-year center have held multiple meetings this summer but are not expected to reach an agreement on a rookie scale extension before opening night. The primary holdup isn’t necessarily a lack of interest from Utah — it’s

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Kevin Durant opens up about why he feels comfortable with Rockets as potential last stop

HOUSTON — One of the final questions posed to Kevin Durant on Monday afternoon was simplistic in nature, an inquiry about legacy. If anything, it presented an opportunity for the 37-year-old to wax poetic about one of the most decorated individual careers in NBA history — two Larry O’Brien trophies, two Finals MVPs, four Olympic

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Cavs Buzz: De’Andre Hunter, Sam Merrill, Jaylon Tyson, Thomas Bryant

File photo CLEVELAND — The Cavaliers have the most expensive roster in the NBA. That’s what happens when you push past the second apron, lock in your stars, and try to win big in a league that punishes overspenders. But payroll alone doesn’t win games. And as training camp arrives, the Cavs’ story isn’t just

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Kevin Durant expects to sign an extension with Rockets, but doesn't know when it will happen

Kevin Durant celebrated his 37th birthday on Monday by kicking off his first season as a member of the Houston Rockets. And he quickly made it clear that, if he has his way, it won’t be his last. Durant, the eighth-leading scorer in NBA history, landed in Houston in a landmark seven-team mega-deal back in

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Al Horford reportedly agrees to multi-year contract with Golden State Warriors

This signing has been expected since early in the offseason, but was on hold for months pending the resolution of the Jonathan Kuminga restricted free agency situation. Now, with training camps a day away, the Warriors can wait no longer. Golden State and Al Horford have verbally agreed to a multi-year contract, a story broken

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