The Trail Blazers have been “shopping” Robert Williams ahead of the trade deadline, according to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints (Twitter link). The veteran big man is on an expiring $13.3MM contract and has long been viewed as a possible trade candidate. As Sean Highkin of The Rose Garden Report writes (Substack link), Portland values Williams, who is “beloved” in the locker room … [Read more...] about Trade Rumors: Williams, Blazers, Kings, Strus, Dieng
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NBA Announces 2026 All-Star Reserves
The NBA has announced its 2026 All-Star reserves, revealing this year’s honorees on NBC ahead of the Knicks/Lakers matchup (Twitter links). The following players will join the 10 All-Star starters the league announced on Monday, January 19. Eastern Conference Reserves: Guard: Donovan Mitchell (Cavaliers) Guard: Norman Powell (Heat) Frontcourt: Jalen Johnson (Hawks) Frontcourt: … [Read more...] about NBA Announces 2026 All-Star Reserves
‘It’s Giannis’: Cavs In On Bucks MVP’s Trade Sweepstakes?
Whether tentatively or concretely, a handful of teams are connected to Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo as his hopeful future employer. Most of the focus is on glamorous contenders — the New York Knicks, Golden State Warriors, Miami Heat and Los Angeles Lakers. Heading into the summer of 2025, then middling (or mediocre) teams like the San Antonio Spurs, Toronto … [Read more...] about ‘It’s Giannis’: Cavs In On Bucks MVP’s Trade Sweepstakes?
Legends, First-Timers Headline 2025-26 NBA All-Star Reserves
Just a week after unveiling the 10 starters for the 2025-26 NBA All-Star Game, the league has released the names of the 14 players who’ll join them at the Intuit Dome on Feb. 15. LeBron James, Jalen Johnson Headline 2025-26 NBA All-Star Reserves Jan 18, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) moves to the basket against Toronto Raptors … [Read more...] about Legends, First-Timers Headline 2025-26 NBA All-Star Reserves
Scottie Barnes just had the perfect stage to showcase his arguable DPOY case
Scottie Barnes shines on a big stage, showcasing his defensive prowess even as the Raptors face a tough loss against the Magic. … [Read more...] about Scottie Barnes just had the perfect stage to showcase his arguable DPOY case