The Golden State Warriors have not had the expected offseason, but they appear to be getting closer to owner Joe Lacob’s directive to get out of the luxury tax. Golden State, coming off a disappointing campaign, lost Klay Thompson to the Dallas Mavericks and released Chris Paul. The Warriors, who had designs on making a run to the NBA Finals, won 46 games but missed the … [Read more...] about NBA Trade Grade: Dubs Steal “Slow-Mo” From Wolves, What Is Next For Both Squads?
Western Conference Playoff Hopefuls Still in on Zach LaVine Trade
While the Chicago Bulls scour the league in their efforts to send Zach LaVine to a new home, NBC Sports Chicago’s K.C. Johnson reports that he’s “led to believe that there are still two teams” interested in trading for the two-time All-Star. “Again, everything’s fluid…” “I’ve been led to believe that there are two teams that are still at least having conversations with a … [Read more...] about Western Conference Playoff Hopefuls Still in on Zach LaVine Trade
West Contenders Enter Lauri Markkanen Sweepstakes
With a number of teams making a hard run at Lauri Markkanen, the Utah Jazz are between a rock and a hard place. Named an All-Star for the first time in 2022-23, Markkanen’s experienced a career resurgence in Salt Lake City. His volume scoring, marksmanship from deep, and defensive growth have turned him from a bust to a building block, the former No. 7 pick excelling under head … [Read more...] about West Contenders Enter Lauri Markkanen Sweepstakes
NBA Trade Grades: Klay Thompson Reportedly Passes Up More Money to Sign With Mavericks, How Did Each of the 3 Teams Involved In The Sign-and Trade Make Out?
Klay Thompson is officially a member of the Dallas Mavericks. Thompson agreed to a three-year, $50 million deal with the Mavericks on Monday, but the Mavs had to work out a sign-and-trade with the Golden State Warriors to make the deal work. Late Monday night, early Tuesday morning, Dallas and Golden State finalized the deal, which included the Charlotte Hornets. Here are the … [Read more...] about NBA Trade Grades: Klay Thompson Reportedly Passes Up More Money to Sign With Mavericks, How Did Each of the 3 Teams Involved In The Sign-and Trade Make Out?
Warriors-Nuggets Sign-And-Trade Best Klay Thompson Deal
As the Golden State Warriors prepare for life without Klay Thompson, the four-time NBA champion is expected to be heavily courted by the likes of the Philadelphia 76ers and Orlando Magic this offseason. Klay Thompson plans to have discussions with the Mavericks, Lakers, Clippers and 76ers in the opening hours of free agency, sources tell ESPN. — Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) … [Read more...] about Warriors-Nuggets Sign-And-Trade Best Klay Thompson Deal