The 2024 Olympics in Paris were a popular topic of discussion on media days around the NBA in Monday, with many of the league’s biggest American stars expressing interest in representing Team USA next summer. Suns forward Kevin Durant, who won Olympic gold medals in 2012, 2016, and 2020, was adamant in addressing his 2024 plans, telling reporters, “I will play in the Olympics … [Read more...] about Durant, Curry, LeBron, Other U.S. Stars Express Olympic Interest
Hield Upbeat Despite Contract Situation
Buddy Hield came to Pacers camp ready to go, despite stalled extension talks, Dustin Dopirak of the Indianapolis Star reports. “It’s basketball. It’s fun. I approach it as every training camp, especially like I did last year, coming focused and ready and just get the work in,” Hield said. “I’m excited to work with these guys. It’s a fun group of guys. There’s a lot of … [Read more...] about Hield Upbeat Despite Contract Situation
Suns Rumors: McConnell, Johnson, Ishbia, Ayton, Lowry
The Suns are believed to have maintained their interest in Pacers guard T.J. McConnell, Jake Fischer of Yahoo Sports said in the latest episode of the No Cap Room podcast (YouTube link). Phoenix’s interest in McConnell was reported by multiple outlets earlier in the summer, but at that time, the team had no clear path to acquiring him due to his $8.7MM cap hit. Following their … [Read more...] about Suns Rumors: McConnell, Johnson, Ishbia, Ayton, Lowry
Pacers Sign Elfrid Payton
The Pacers have signed free agent point guard Elfrid Payton, the team announced in a press release. While the terms of the deal were not disclosed, Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files tweets that the deal was designed for Payton to return to the Mad Ants, Indiana’s NBA G League affiliate. That strongly suggests Payton received an Exhibit 10 contract, which would entitle him to a … [Read more...] about Pacers Sign Elfrid Payton
Jrue Holiday Notes: Clippers, Sixers, Kings, Pacers, Knicks
After being sent to the Trail Blazers as part of the Damian Lillard blockbuster, Jrue Holiday is likely the next guard to be traded by a Portland team seeking draft capital and/or players who fit the club’s timeline. The Blazers are expected to be active in the next few days in attempting to find a landing spot for the two-time All-Star and there’s a “good chance” he’s on the … [Read more...] about Jrue Holiday Notes: Clippers, Sixers, Kings, Pacers, Knicks