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Kai Jones has requested a trade from the Charlotte , per

Payton Pritchard has agreed on a 4-year, $30 million contract extension with the , per

The deal is fully guaranteed.

“Being able to score in every situation really. Off the catch, off the dribble, floaters, handoffs, PnR’s. I can literally do anything on that end of the floor. Just trying to be as efficient as possible with that."

Tyler Herro on his offense this season

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According to , the 'checked in' about Zion Williamson this offseason:

"New Orleans is still not sold on Zion Williamson. All eyes on him this season. The Knicks checked in over the offseason about Zion. That could be a possibility."

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According to , Daryl Morey is “unlikely” to allow James Harden’s behavior to force him to make a trade:

"Nick Nurse could bench Harden and let Tyrese Maxey gain experience as a primary ballhandler."

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Joel Embiid has decided to play Team in the 2024 Paris , per

Embiid now helps lead Team USA at the 2024 Olympics along with expected commitments from LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, and Devin Booker, among others.

Devin Vassell has agreed on a five-year, $146 million contract extension with the , per

Jimmy Butler Gives Hilarious Explanation For His New Hairstyle

Jimmy Butler Gives Hilarious Explanation For His New Hairstyle   The NBA's round of media days always leaves some nice quotes, pictures, and impressions. However, Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler has found a way to

"Having a guy like Dame on the team, it's unbelievable. He's extremely hungry. Big trade having Dame here. We added another level to our team."

Giannis on the impact of the Damian Lillard trade to the

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James Harden is not in attendance for the team’s media day today, per

Harden remains upset that the organization hasn’t moved him to the Clippers. Harden could be subject to a fine for missing media day.

Ja Morant will be able to practice and travel with the team during his 25-game suspension, per

GM Zach Kleiman said, “I think it’s great for Ja, and it’s great for our group.”

Trae Young Makes A Clear Statement After Recent Eastern Conference Moves

Trae Young Makes A Clear Statement After Recent Eastern Conference Moves   The NBA offseason is about to come to an end with some fireworks ahead of the 2023-24 campaign due to some blockbuster moves made by the Milwaukee

Landry Shamet broke a big toe and is expected to be sidelined for 2-4 weeks, per

Daniel Gafford hurt one of his elbows during a pickup game and is expected to miss 2 to 4 weeks.

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Skylar Mays is returning to the Portland on a two-way contract, per

Paul Pierce Has Big Reaction To Jrue Holiday Trade

Paul Pierce Has Big Reaction To Jrue Holiday Trade   It didn't take long for the Boston Celtics to respond to the Milwaukee Bucks' acquisition of Damian Lillard as they landed Jrue Holiday in a trade

Wenyen Gabriel has agreed to a training camp deal with the .

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Cam Payne has agreed on a one-year deal with the , per

The have acquired Jrue Holiday from the in exchange for Malcolm Brogdon, Robert Williams and two first-round picks, per

Insider Reveals GM’s Approach To Damian Lillard Trade

Insider Reveals Blazers GM's Approach To Damian Lillard Trade   Now that Damian Lillard is gone, fans are judging the performance of Portland Trail Blazers GM Joe Cronin during the entire trade process. Some

The have continued to engage the on a potential trade for Malcolm Brogdon, per

According to , Phoenix isn't done tinkering with their roster as the remain interested in trading for TJ McConnell.

Jordan Goodwin is the only pure PG on their roster and seemingly wants more depth at that position.

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The will have Kai Jones away from the team indefinitely and there’s no timetable for his return, per

Jones will miss training camp due to personal reasons, and Charlotte remains in constant communication with him.

The are expected to add Jeremy Lamb and Jaylen Nowell for training camp.

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The have added guard Elfrid Payton, per

The team signs Payton to an Exhibit 10 deal.

Giannis Antetokounmpo Makes His Thoughts Clear On Jrue Holiday

Giannis Antetokounmpo Makes His Thoughts Clear On Jrue Holiday   Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks were struggling to perform in the playoffs prior to Jrue Holiday's arrival on the team. Following the

recent roster signings:

Sign Edmond Sumner to a one-year deal
Sign Théo Maledon to a two-way contract
Sign RJ Hunter

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Josh Primo is planning to sign a two-way contract with the , per

Los Angeles is expected to treat Primo as a developmental player this season.

The is suspending Josh Primo for four games for what it will term as conduct detrimental, per

Primo would serve the suspension upon signing with a new team.

said that Giannis didn't play a role in the Damian Lillard trade to the :

"Jon Horst did not bring this trade idea or sign off on it to Giannis because Jrue Holiday was involved."

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