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Mavericks to guarantee Maxi Kleber’s contract for 2022-23

Tim MacMahon: Sources: Maxi Kleber remains a significant part of the Mavs' plans after the Christian Wood trade. His $9 million salary isn't guaranteed until July 4, but that is considered a formality. Source: Twitter @espn_macmahon What's the buzz ...

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Can KJ Martin aid Houston with trading up into the draft lottery?

If the Rockets are considering KJ Martin deals after his apparent trade inquiry, it could make sense to try and package Martin with 2022 draft assets to move up in the first-round order.

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2022 NBA mock drafts: Final projections for three Houston Rockets picks

Paolo Banchero, Tari Eason, Jalen Williams, and MarJon Beauchamp are among the most popular Houston Rockets picks in the final wave of 2022 mock drafts.

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Six Teams With the Best Shot at Dethroning the Warriors

As we tie up the 2021–22 NBA season with a nice, neat bow—and prepare to basically kick off the next one with the NBA draft in the next couple of days—let’s spend a few minutes talking about the Warriors. It feels more than a little strange to call this season…

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Nemanja Bjelica, Boban Marjanovic to play upcoming FIBA World Cup qualifiers

Ahead of games against Latvia in Riga and Belgium in Nis, the Serbia Basketball Federation released a list of 20 players to be available for the fixtures of the 2023 FIBA World Cup European Qualifiers, as selected by national team boss Svetislav ...

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Report: Rockets receiving significant trade interest in No. 17 draft pick

Houston isn’t expected to trade its No. 3 pick, but the calculus at No. 17 on Thursday could be different, per Kelly Iko of The Athletic.

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KJ Martin reportedly wants more playing time, mulling trade from Rockets

With an understandable desire for more playing time, KJ Martin recently spoke to the Rockets about a potential trade, Kelly Iko reports.

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Rockets keeping Boban Marjanovic?

Though the Rockets traded Wood because he no longer fit with the rebuild and to acquire a first-round pick, the Rockets are weighing keeping Marjanovic as one of the center options they are considering. They are not expected to keep other players ...

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Zach LaVine likely to re-sign for Bulls

My Bleacher Report colleague Jake Fischer reported Tuesday that his most recent reporting suggests LaVine will stay in Chicago. I've since been told that similar messaging has been conveyed to teams that were plotting to make a run at prying LaVine ...

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Hornets, Kings interested in Kevon Looney

After playing a pivotal role in Golden State's championship success, Kevon Looney's forthcoming free agency will be monitored more closely than anyone might have imagined a month ago. Charlotte and Sacramento, soon to be coached by Golden State ...

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Kenny Atkinson turns down head coaching job in Charlotte

Adrian Wojnarowski: ESPN Sources: Kenny Atkinson has decided he won't become the Charlotte Hornets' head coach and will remain with Golden State as top assistant. After being offered job during the NBA Finals, further conversations led Atkinson to ...

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Report: Rockets expected to target center depth in free agency

The Christian Wood trade opened up the starting center spot for Alperen Sengun, but the Rockets still want to add more depth behind him, per Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle.

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Aggregate NBA mock draft 7.0: Ousmane Dieng moves into lottery, Jalen Williams top 20; trade talks

The NBA Draft is less than a week away, with more potential big trades on the horizon following the Christian Wood acquisition by the Dallas Mavericks, as noted throughout our new HoopsHype aggregate mock draft. To get a better projection of where ...

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Analyzing Christian Wood’s fit with Mavs: Pressure off Luka Doncic in more ways than one

DALLAS — Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison admitted in a post-playoff interview that Dallas’ desire to upgrade the frontcourt was “no secret” this offseason.

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Report: Rockets now exploring trade-up scenarios in 2022 NBA draft

With the Rockets suddenly having three first-round picks, Houston is reportedly exploring scenarios that involve trading up — both from No. 17 and even at No. 3 overall.

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Podcast: Previewing Rockets draft week with USA TODAY’s Bryan Kalbrosky

Is Paolo Banchero a lock at No. 3, or are other options still in play? NBA draft guru Bryan Kalbrosky breaks down the latest news on the Rockets, who suddenly have three first-round draft picks.

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The Warriors may have won the Finals, but the drama is just beginning with the NBA

The NBA never sleeps, y'all.

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Interviews: Paolo Banchero, Jabari Smith, Rockets’ draft hopefuls speak out

Led by Paolo Banchero and Jabari Smith, several potential Rockets are meeting with the media in the days leading up to the 2022 NBA draft. Here’s what they’ve had to say.

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Chet Holmgren met with Magic execs in Orlando this week

Cody Taylor: Potential No. 1 pick Chet Holmgren met with the Magic front office in Orlando on Wednesday and Thursday of this week, according to NBA sources. Source: Twitter @CodyTaylorNBA What's the buzz on Twitter? Cody Taylor @ CodyTaylorNBA ...

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Mavs to pursue Goran Dragic in free agency?

Marc Stein: As the leaguewide focus rapidly shifts to next week's draft and the June 30 start of free agency, sources say Dallas - while prioritizing its need for more wing help - does intend to explore the possibility of signing Goran Dragic this ...

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Chet Holmgren would rather go to OKC?

However, Holmgren is rumored into wanting to fall to the Thunder. On Thursday, Ryen Russillo relayed some information on his podcast that stated Holmgren and his agent, Bill Duffy, would rather join the Thunder over the Magic. I've been told this is ...

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Stephen Curry Named NBA Finals MVP for First Time in Career

The Warriors point guard averaged 31.2 points per game in the Finals to earn the coveted award.

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Full Voting Results Released for 2022 NBA Finals MVP

Steph Curry was the unanimous pick after he helped Golden State lock up its fourth NBA title since 2015.

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2022 NBA mock drafts: Three Rockets pick projections entering final week

After the Christian Wood trade, Houston suddenly has three first-round selections in next week’s NBA draft. Here’s who mock draft experts see as options at No. 3, No. 17, and No. 26.

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Did trading Christian Wood fix the Rockets’ frontcourt logjam?

The Christian Wood trade allows Alperen Sengun to become Houston’s starting center, but more frontcourt roster moves might still be needed, depending on 2022 NBA draft results.

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