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Jonathan Kuminga’s agent says qualifying offer in play, eventual trade out of Golden State likely

Three things remain true about Jonathan Kuminga and his future: 1) He wants a bigger role with a team, to be a top-two focal point, something not happening in Golden State anytime soon; 2) Kuminga remains at a stalemate with the Golden Warriors over his next contract (an issue that will be resolved by Oct. […]

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Cavs could use more De’Andre Hunter this year, and that’s the plan

File photo The Cavaliers have been searching for the right wing fit ever since Donovan Mitchell came to town. Someone who can shoot it, defend it, and create just enough to keep defenses honest. They believe they found that guy last February, when they landed De’Andre Hunter from the Hawks. At the time, Hunter was

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Exec says Pat Riley, Heat not likely to send Andrew Wiggins to Lakers

Getty The Lakers are reportedly interested in acquiring Heat forward Andrew Wiggins, but one league executive says not to hold your breath. “I would be stunned if Pat did this trade,” the exec told Lakers Daily. “You really think Pat wants to help LeBron James? He’s still mad about LeBron leaving Miami. I don’t see

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ESPN chief promises ‘Inside the NBA’ will stay the same, logo aside

Turner Sports Inside the NBA has left TNT for ESPN this season, but the look and feel will remain unchanged. ESPN president of content Burke Magnus told The Athletic the iconic studio show will still be produced in Atlanta by the same Turner crew, with Ernie Johnson, Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith and Shaquille O’Neal all

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12-team, 9-cat Mock Draft: Take Giannis Antetokounmpo and don't look back

Another day, another mock! I joined 11 other analysts in a nine-cat, head-to-head mock draft that was hosted by Adam King on Fantrax, selecting from the fifth spot. The other unique aspect of this draft is that it had a third-round reversal, which flips the draft order after the second round. The top four picks

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Talen Horton-Tucker signs with reigning Euroleague champs

Imagn Talen Horton-Tucker is officially heading overseas, signing a two-year deal with Fenerbahce, the reigning EuroLeague champions announced. Horton-Tucker, 23, had been holding out hope for another NBA opportunity, but after failing to land a guaranteed deal he’ll now play abroad for the first time in his career. Donatas Urbonas of BasketNews first reported the

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Report: Lakers open to trade for player signed beyond 2026

Getty The Lakers aren’t just kicking the tires on short-term help. They are open to a trade that brings back a player signed beyond 2026, according to Dave McMenamin of ESPN. Los Angeles heads into camp with 14 players under contract, including Rui Hachimura ($18.3 million), Gabe Vincent ($11.5 million) and Maxi Kleber ($11 million)

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