NBA: Brooklyn Nets aren’t expecting Ben Simmons to return this season
1 year, 8 months ago

NBA: Brooklyn Nets aren’t expecting Ben Simmons to return this season

The Hindu  

The Brooklyn Nets is not expecting guard Ben Simmons to play again this season, though no final decision will be made until the three-time All-Star meets with a back specialist, coach Jacque Vaughn said Saturday. Saturday’s game at Miami marked the 16th in a row that Simmons has missed, and his 32nd absence in 74 Nets games this season. Simmons is a three-time All-Star who didn’t play at all last season, first citing mental health issues and then a back injury. He last played Feb. 15, around the time he told reporters that he was uncertain about his role with the team and prompting Vaughn to say in response that the team also wasn’t sure how it would be able to use Simmons with new lineups following the trades of Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant.

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Nets hire Jordi Fernandez as coach. Fernandez was Kings’ associate head coach for two years
8 months ago

Nets hire Jordi Fernandez as coach. Fernandez was Kings’ associate head coach for two years

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Jordi Fernandez was hired Monday as coach of the Brooklyn Nets, who are looking to bounce back after missing the playoffs for the first time in six years. Fernandez spent the last two seasons as associate head coach of the Sacramento Kings, helping them win the Pacific Division title last year and reach the playoffs for the …

Ben Simmons has another back surgery. The Nets say he is expected to be ready for training camp
9 months, 1 week ago

Ben Simmons has another back surgery. The Nets say he is expected to be ready for training camp

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Ben Simmons has had back surgery for the second time in three years, with he and the Brooklyn Nets hoping this procedure will provide the relief he needs to complete a full season. The Nets said Simmons had a microscopic partial discectomy on Thursday to alleviate the pinched nerve in his lower back. 1 pick in the …

Ben Simmons will miss the rest of the Brooklyn Nets’ season because of his back problems
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Ben Simmons will miss the rest of the Brooklyn Nets’ season because of his back problems

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Ben Simmons will miss the remainder of the season, the third straight year the former All-Star’s season has ended early because of back problems. The Brooklyn Nets said Thursday that Simmons will use the rest of this season to consult with specialists and seek treatment options for the pinched nerve in his lower back that has sidelined …

NBA: Brooklyn Nets fires coach Jacque Vaughn with team in 11th place at the All-Star break
10 months ago

NBA: Brooklyn Nets fires coach Jacque Vaughn with team in 11th place at the All-Star break

The Hindu  

Jacque Vaughn’s strong work guiding the Brooklyn Nets earned him a contract extension at last season’s All-Star break. But Brooklyn’s lack of star power this season has been apparent, and Vaughn lamented last week the minutes restrictions that have kept Ben Simmons and some of his other top players from staying on the floor long enough to give the Nets …

Ben Simmons just misses triple-double in return, Nets romp to 147-114 victory over Jazz
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Ben Simmons just misses triple-double in return, Nets romp to 147-114 victory over Jazz

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Ben Simmons was just a few seconds into his return from a 38-game absence when he got the ball and led the Brooklyn Nets on a fast break. Simmons had 10 points, 11 assists and eight rebounds, Mikal Bridges added 33 points and the Nets routed the Utah Jazz 147-114 on Monday night. “Plain and simple.” Simmons …

Ben Simmons sidelined at least 2 more weeks with back issue: What’s next for the Nets point guard
1 year ago

Ben Simmons sidelined at least 2 more weeks with back issue: What’s next for the Nets point guard

New York Times  

Brooklyn Nets guard Ben Simmons will miss at least two more weeks after receiving an epidural injection for his lower back issue, the team said Saturday. Nets say Ben Simmons received an epidural injection to aid in recovery from lower back and will be re-evaluated in two weeks. — Shams Charania December 2, 2023 The Nets said Simmons “will continue …

Will Ben Simmons’ journey be a tale of redemption or unfulfilled promise? Stay tuned
1 year, 2 months ago

Will Ben Simmons’ journey be a tale of redemption or unfulfilled promise? Stay tuned

New York Times  

Ben Simmons anticipated the question before it was asked. The Brooklyn Nets guard sat on a dais for the start of media day earlier this week, fingers interlocked on the covered table, and nodded knowingly as a reporter inquired about his health after he missed the final 40 games last season and 122 of 164 games the past two seasons. …

Disgruntled Harden no-show at 76ers’ media day, training camp status unclear after trade demand
1 year, 2 months ago

Disgruntled Harden no-show at 76ers’ media day, training camp status unclear after trade demand

Associated Press  

CAMDEN, N.J. — James Harden skipped the Philadelphia 76ers’ media day and his status for training camp this week in Colorado is unclear because the franchise has yet to meet the disgruntled guard’s demand for a trade. “He continues to seek a trade and we’re working with his representation to resolve that in the best way for the 76ers and …

Ben Simmons heads into training camp healthy. He might be the Nets’ point guard if he stays that way
1 year, 2 months ago

Ben Simmons heads into training camp healthy. He might be the Nets’ point guard if he stays that way

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Ben Simmons is set to begin training camp next week with no restrictions after two injury-shortened seasons in Brooklyn. He played as a forward or backup center last season in Brooklyn, where Kyrie Irving was the point guard when Simmons arrived in a trade for James Harden in February 2022. With Irving now in Dallas and Simmons …

NBA: Brooklyn Nets gives coach Jacque Vaughn multiyear contract extension
1 year, 10 months ago

NBA: Brooklyn Nets gives coach Jacque Vaughn multiyear contract extension

The Hindu  

Jacque Vaughn, who has coached the Brooklyn Nets into playoff position despite the trades of Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving during another turbulent season for the franchise, has agreed to a multiyear contract extension. Terms were not disclosed, though general manager Sean Marks said the Nets looked forward to Vaughn leading the team “for years to come.” “Jacque has made …

Nets give coach Jacque Vaughn multiyear contract extension
1 year, 10 months ago

Nets give coach Jacque Vaughn multiyear contract extension

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Jacque Vaughn, who has coached the Brooklyn Nets into playoff position despite the trades of Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving during another turbulent season for the franchise, has agreed to a multiyear contract extension. Terms were not disclosed, though general manager Sean Marks said the Nets looked forward to Vaughn leading the team “for years to come.” …

Kyrie Irving is SCRATCHED by Nets due to a 'sore calf' following trade demand
1 year, 10 months ago

Kyrie Irving is SCRATCHED by Nets due to a 'sore calf' following trade demand

Daily Mail  

Kyrie Irving has been scratched from Saturday's Brooklyn Nets game due to what the team is calling a 'sore calf,' thereby preserving the point guard's health ahead of Thursday's NBA Trade Deadline. The fourth-place Nets host the visiting Washington Wizards on Saturday – one day after Irving demanded a trade from Brooklyn general manager Sean Marks. Kyrie Irving has been …

NBA: Kevin Durant believes Nets 'could have kept quiet' about Kyrie Irving
2 years, 1 month ago

NBA: Kevin Durant believes Nets 'could have kept quiet' about Kyrie Irving

Firstpost  

Kevin Durant said the team has the ability to tune out all the turbulence. Then Durant clarified on Twitter that he doesn’t condone hate speech and “is about spreading love always.” Durant spoke Friday at the Nets’ shootaround in Washington ahead of the evening’s game against the Wizards. Our game Unites people and I wanna make sure that’s at the …

Steve Nash removed as Brooklyn Nets coach
2 years, 1 month ago

Steve Nash removed as Brooklyn Nets coach

The Hindu  

Steve Nash is out as Brooklyn Nets coach after the team announced Tuesday that it had parted ways with the Hall of Fame point guard, a day after it beat Indiana Pacers to improve to 2-5. “Since becoming head coach, Steve was faced with a number of unprecedented challenges, and we are sincerely grateful for his leadership, patience and humility …

Ben Simmons fouls out, Kevin Durant makes history: 5 thoughts from Nets-Grizzlies
2 years, 1 month ago

Ben Simmons fouls out, Kevin Durant makes history: 5 thoughts from Nets-Grizzlies

New York Times  

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — With 5:39 left in the third quarter, Kevin Durant took a pass from Kyrie Irving, drove, spun and executed one of his signature turnaround jump shots to cut the Nets’ deficit to eight. In the third quarter, Durant, the Nets’ franchise player was nearly perfect, scoring 17 points on 7-for-8 shooting to keep the Nets within striking …

Simmons, Kawhi, Jamal Murray back among NBA happy returns
2 years, 2 months ago

Simmons, Kawhi, Jamal Murray back among NBA happy returns

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Ben Simmons streaked behind the defense and caught a pass in transition that he dunked. Simmons played against his former club in his first NBA game since June 2021, making him among a number of big names who got back to basketball action. “So I had a lot of fun out there.” Kawhi Leonard also returned for …

NBA: Ben Simmons, Kawhi Leonard, Jamal Murray, Damian Lillard back among happy returns
2 years, 2 months ago

NBA: Ben Simmons, Kawhi Leonard, Jamal Murray, Damian Lillard back among happy returns

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Ben Simmons played against 76ers in his first game since June 2021, making him among a number of big names who got back to basketball action. Simmons played against his former club in his first NBA game since June 2021, making him among a number of big names who got back to basketball action. “As a fan of the game, …

Ben Simmons says Philadelphia 76ers unsupportive amid mental health struggle
2 years, 3 months ago

Ben Simmons says Philadelphia 76ers unsupportive amid mental health struggle

Firstpost  

Ben Simmons was devastated by the 76ers’ loss to the Hawks in the 2021 NBA playoffs and never reported to training camp the following season. Los Angeles: Australian NBA guard Ben Simmons said in a podcast posted Thursday that he didn’t feel supported by the Philadelphia 76ers as he dealt with mental health issues. Simmons was the 2018 NBA rookie …

Brooklyn backs Nash after KD ultimatum
2 years, 4 months ago

Brooklyn backs Nash after KD ultimatum

China Daily  

Kevin Durant has reportedly told the Brooklyn Nets he will leave the team unless changes are made to the club's coaching team. AFP Brooklyn Nets owner Joe Tsai backed head coach Steve Nash and general manager Sean Marks on Monday after reports of a them-or-me ultimatum from NBA superstar Kevin Durant. Durant indicated that he lacks faith in the team's …

NBA: After Kevin Durant ultimatum, Brooklyn Nets owner backs Steve Nash, Sean Marks
2 years, 4 months ago

NBA: After Kevin Durant ultimatum, Brooklyn Nets owner backs Steve Nash, Sean Marks

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Brooklyn Nets owner Joe Tsai backed head coach Steve Nash and general manager Sean Marks on Monday after reports of a them-or-me ultimatum from NBA superstar Kevin Durant New York: Brooklyn Nets owner Joe Tsai backed head coach Steve Nash and general manager Sean Marks on Monday after reports of a them-or-me ultimatum from NBA superstar Kevin Durant. The 33-year-old …

NBA: James Harden agrees to two-year, $68.6 million deal to stay with Sixers
2 years, 5 months ago

NBA: James Harden agrees to two-year, $68.6 million deal to stay with Sixers

Firstpost  

Harden will reportedly make $33 million in the 2022-23 season in the deal that also includes a $35.6 million player option for 2023-24. Washington: NBA star James Harden has agreed to a two-year, $68.6 million deal to remain with the Philadelphia 76ers, league sources told the Philadelphia Inquirer on Wednesday. The newspaper was just one of the US media outlets …

James Harden will take $15 million pay cut next season, return to 76ers on new 2-year deal: Sources
2 years, 5 months ago

James Harden will take $15 million pay cut next season, return to 76ers on new 2-year deal: Sources

New York Times  

Philadelphia 76ers star James Harden will take a $15 million pay cut next season and sign with the team on a new two-year deal, sources tell The Athletic. Across the 76ers and Harden’s camp, there’s been tremendous belief around the seven-time All-NBA star having a complete and healthy offseason this summer ahead of the 2022-23 season. 76ers assistant Sam Cassell …

Mercurial Kyrie sticking with Brooklyn for another year
2 years, 5 months ago

Mercurial Kyrie sticking with Brooklyn for another year

China Daily  

Kyrie Irving has decided to exercise his $36.9 million option for the coming season and will remain under contract with the Brooklyn Nets, two people with knowledge of his decision said Monday. The Nets entered this past season thinking they would have a core of Irving, Kevin Durant and James Harden. It didn't work out anywhere near as planned; Irving …

NBA: Kyrie Irving decides to exercise $37 million option to stay with the Nets, says report
2 years, 5 months ago

NBA: Kyrie Irving decides to exercise $37 million option to stay with the Nets, says report

Firstpost  

The seven-time All-Star averaged 27.4 points and 5.8 assists this past season for the Nets, with whom he has spent the last three seasons. Kyrie Irving has decided to exercise his $36.9 million option for the coming season and will remain under contract with the Brooklyn Nets, two people with knowledge of his decision said Monday. Irving wasn’t with the …

Kyrie Irving returns to Nets: Answering CBA questions around his decision
2 years, 5 months ago

Kyrie Irving returns to Nets: Answering CBA questions around his decision

New York Times  

The Athletic’s Shams Charania reported on Monday that Kyrie Irving will pick up his player option for the 2022-23 season rather than opting out to become an unrestricted free agent. The CBA allows veterans to get up to a 20 percent pay bump in the first new year of an extension, which would permit Irving and the Nets to add …

Inside the Ben Simmons and Nets saga and what’s next for the All-Star and franchise
2 years, 7 months ago

Inside the Ben Simmons and Nets saga and what’s next for the All-Star and franchise

New York Times  

The Brooklyn Nets’ roller-coaster season ended in surprising fashion Monday night, a sweep at the hands of the Boston Celtics. One of the Nets’ biggest questions of the offseason is can they work three-time NBA All-Star Ben Simmons back onto the floor — healthy in body and mind. With the Nets facing elimination on Monday in Game 4 against the …

Brooklyn Nets confirm Ben Simmons has herniated disc that could end his NBA season
2 years, 9 months ago

Brooklyn Nets confirm Ben Simmons has herniated disc that could end his NBA season

ABC  

Ben Simmons's back injury has been confirmed as a herniated disc, though Brooklyn Nets coach Steve Nash still believes the guard can play this NBA season. Key points: Simmons has not appeared for the Brooklyn Nets since he was traded from the Philadelphia 76ers in February Head coach Steve Nash said the herniated disc is a flare-up of a back …

Kyrie Irving’s status and four other factors hanging over the Nets as they try to escape the Play-In Tournament
2 years, 10 months ago

Kyrie Irving’s status and four other factors hanging over the Nets as they try to escape the Play-In Tournament

New York Times  

BROOKLYN — With just 23 games left in the regular season, the fate of the Nets’ season hinges on a few key elements. “I think he’s working towards being able to play in every game, so if the mandate is lifted, the expectation would be that he could play in all our games,” Nash said. “I think that’s what he’s …

‘We’ve seen enough:' Nets end Big 3 idea with Harden deal
2 years, 10 months ago

‘We’ve seen enough:' Nets end Big 3 idea with Harden deal

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — The Brooklyn Nets no longer needed to wait for Kevin Durant to get healthy, or for Kyrie Irving to get vaccinated, or for James Harden to make a decision about free agency. “If we realize this is not going to work, short-term or long-term, then it’s time to say for both parties involved, this is better off,” …

NBA: Brooklyn Nets trade James Harden to Philadelphia 76ers in deal for Ben Simmons, others
2 years, 10 months ago

NBA: Brooklyn Nets trade James Harden to Philadelphia 76ers in deal for Ben Simmons, others

Firstpost  

The blockbuster deal was the major move that teams and fans had awaited before Thursday’s NBA trade deadline. Three-time NBA scoring champion James Harden was traded by the Brooklyn Nets to the Philadelphia 76ers in a deal for Australian Ben Simmons and other players, the Nets said Thursday. “I’m excited for our team, looking forward to finishing the season out …

All-Star Swap: 76ers send Simmons to Brooklyn for Harden
2 years, 10 months ago

All-Star Swap: 76ers send Simmons to Brooklyn for Harden

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Ben Simmons got his wish, a trade out of Philadelphia. The Sixers sent Simmons, the disgruntled one-time franchise cornerstone, who demanded a trade last summer, guard Seth Curry and center Andre Drummond to the Nets in a deal for the bushy-bearded Harden. The move came just five days after coach Steve Nash said the Nets wouldn’t trade Harden …

Ben Simmons has caused massive damage to his reputation. Can it be salvaged?
2 years, 10 months ago

Ben Simmons has caused massive damage to his reputation. Can it be salvaged?

ABC  

If Ben Simmons's reputation was in the toilet after Philadelphia's playoff exit last year, it made its way into the septic tank when he refused to turn up to preseason training, and now it's somewhere in a sewage treatment facility. Photo shows NBA player looking disappointed after a match How did Ben Simmons's promising NBA career and relationship with Philadelphia …

NBA: Ben Simmons out for home opener, still not ready to join 76ers
3 years, 2 months ago

NBA: Ben Simmons out for home opener, still not ready to join 76ers

Firstpost  

Rivers said he didn’t want to predict when Simmons might rejoin the Sixers — if the guard returns at all. Philadelphia: Ben Simmons sat out the Philadelphia 76ers’ home opener on Friday night for personal reasons and the franchise does not know when the three-time All-Star guard will return. I’ve never wavered from that.” Simmons averaged 15.9 points, 8.1 rebounds …

Ben Simmons must swallow his pride and play for the Philadelphia 76ers, says Australian basketball great Andrew Gaze
3 years, 2 months ago

Ben Simmons must swallow his pride and play for the Philadelphia 76ers, says Australian basketball great Andrew Gaze

ABC  

Ben Simmons has talent — he oozes it. It's also tempting to wonder what might have become of Ben Simmons had he been part of the Boomers squad that won the bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympics, instead of staying home as he said, "to work on his game". Australian basketball great Andrew Gaze says Ben Simmons has one option …

NBA: Ben Simmons drama drags on despite wantaway Sixers star returning to Philadelphia
3 years, 2 months ago

NBA: Ben Simmons drama drags on despite wantaway Sixers star returning to Philadelphia

Firstpost  

This much is known: Ben Simmons is back in Philadelphia. Even coach Doc Rivers — publicly, at least — says he’s unsure of the status of the trade demand, the latest wrinkle in the on-again-off-again relationship between Simmons and the Sixers. A rescinded request seems improbable, though Rivers said Simmons “was great, he was good” when the two met on …

NBA: 76ers still want disgruntled guard Ben Simmons back, says Doc Rivers
3 years, 2 months ago

NBA: 76ers still want disgruntled guard Ben Simmons back, says Doc Rivers

Firstpost  

The bottom line of the holdout may very well be about the bottom line; the more games and practices Simmons misses, the more money he loses. Rivers said his “I don’t know” response to if Simmons could be a championship point guard was taken out of context. “Other than that first 10 minutes of ‘welcome back’ and taking the crap …

Sixers not paying Ben Simmons $8.25 million payout as he awaits trade: Sources
3 years, 2 months ago

Sixers not paying Ben Simmons $8.25 million payout as he awaits trade: Sources

New York Times  

The Philadelphia 76ers are not paying Ben Simmons his $8.25 million payment due Friday as the three-time All-Star awaits a trade, sources tell The Athletic. Derek Bodner, 76ers senior writer: Given how his Embiid responded to Simmons' actions earlier this week, Simmons may not receive the warmest welcome back if he did wind up returning to the Sixers. Bodner: One …

Ben Simmons believes playing with Joel Embiid has ‘run its course’ and Sixers media day messages fall flat with him
3 years, 2 months ago

Ben Simmons believes playing with Joel Embiid has ‘run its course’ and Sixers media day messages fall flat with him

New York Times  

Ben Simmons was looking for houses in Houston not too long ago. Early on last season, when the intel coming the Philadelphia 76ers guard’s way indicated that he’d likely be trading places with then Rockets-star James Harden, Simmons was so convinced that new Sixers president Daryl Morey was about to reunite with his favorite franchise player that he started researching …

As Ben Simmons holds out, the Sixers still hold out hope: ‘We expect him to be a 76er’
3 years, 2 months ago

As Ben Simmons holds out, the Sixers still hold out hope: ‘We expect him to be a 76er’

New York Times  

CAMDEN, N.J. — As the storyline of Ben Simmons’ basketball future continued to drag on throughout the summer, the prospect of the Sixers asking Simmons back to training camp increasingly came more into focus. But we have a lot of optimism that we can make it work here.” Morey said Simmons’ representation at Klutch Sports requested a trade at the …

NBA: Ben Simmons won't report to 76ers' training camp, says report
3 years, 3 months ago

NBA: Ben Simmons won't report to 76ers' training camp, says report

Firstpost  

1 pick of the 2016 draft, is a three-time All-Star who had been paired with Joel Embiid as the franchise cornerstones as the Sixers chase their first NBA championship since 1983. Asked after the Game 7 loss if Simmons could still be a point guard for a championship contender, coach Doc Rivers said he didn’t have an answer. Embiid also …

Could the Ben Simmons’ hot mess lead to a trade with the Lakers or Clippers?
3 years, 3 months ago

Could the Ben Simmons’ hot mess lead to a trade with the Lakers or Clippers?

LA Times  

NBA All-Star Ben Simmons has been adamant this offseason that he’s no longer interested in playing for the Philadelphia 76ers. The Los Angeles Times’ NBA reporters — Andrew Greif, Broderick Turner and Dan Woike — examine what’s next for Simmons and the 76ers, including potential trades to the Golden State Warriors and Portland Trail Blazers as well as the Lakers …

Source: Ben Simmons trade price is currently too steep for the Kings
3 years, 3 months ago

Source: Ben Simmons trade price is currently too steep for the Kings

New York Times  

Ben Simmons won’t be in a Sacramento Kings jersey anytime soon — if ever — unless the Philadelphia 76ers’ asking price goes down dramatically. According to a source with knowledge of their situation, the Kings spoke to the Sixers weeks ago and made it clear that neither De’Aaron Fox nor Tyrese Haliburton would be included in a possible Simmons deal. …

Nets’ Sean Marks discusses Brooklyn’s busy offseason with big three extensions looming
3 years, 4 months ago

Nets’ Sean Marks discusses Brooklyn’s busy offseason with big three extensions looming

New York Times  

LAS VEGAS — Sean Marks isn’t the kind of executive to call his shot. “But I feel very confident that first day of training camp we’ll be looking at those three in particular, being signed, sealed, delivered and being a part of the Brooklyn Nets for a long time to come.” With the future of the franchise quickly coming into …

Brooklyn Nets sign Patty Mills to a two-year deal as Sean Marks’ patience pays off
3 years, 4 months ago

Brooklyn Nets sign Patty Mills to a two-year deal as Sean Marks’ patience pays off

New York Times  

Sean Marks held out using his taxpayers’ exception and his gamble paid off. 2021-22 impact With Spencer Dinwiddie all but gone, Mills might very well be the Nets’ sixth man next season. Mills will get plenty of good looks from 3 when he’s playing alongside Brooklyn’s stars and he was amongst the league’s best in catch-and-shoot 3s last season. Catch …

Head games: Ben Simmons’ future uncertain after playoff flop
3 years, 6 months ago

Head games: Ben Simmons’ future uncertain after playoff flop

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Ben Simmons backed his way to the basket, spun around Danilo Gallinari for the easy look at the net — an uncontested layup, a dunk — and he passed. “I look at this as a great challenge but definitely a doable one.” Sixers guard Danny Green said Monday it was unfair that “everyone wants the narrative it’s all …

Ben Simmons' Philadelphia 76ers eliminated in NBA playoffs by Atlanta Hawks
3 years, 6 months ago

Ben Simmons' Philadelphia 76ers eliminated in NBA playoffs by Atlanta Hawks

ABC  

Ben Simmons's top-seeded Philadelphia 76ers have been knocked out of the NBA playoffs in just the second round by fifth-seed Atlanta Hawks, with the Aussie star's play coming under the microscope yet again. Key points: Ben Simmons's points per game mark of 10.7 was the eighth-highest figure across both teams in the series NBA veteran Jim Jackson said on the …

Will Nets, Lakers be haunted by Ghosts of Buyouts past? Plus: Analyzing Thunder’s Moses Brown and FSU’s Scottie Barnes
3 years, 8 months ago

Will Nets, Lakers be haunted by Ghosts of Buyouts past? Plus: Analyzing Thunder’s Moses Brown and FSU’s Scottie Barnes

New York Times  

Pardon me for leading off with a heretical question: Is all this buyout market activity just subtraction by addition? If the Nets really want to play Griffin and Aldridge and Jordan, they’ll probably end up playing Kevin Durant a lot of minutes at the 3 and pushing Bruce Brown out of the mix, even though Brooklyn has looked its best …

NBA: James Harden headed to Brooklyn Nets in blockbuster 4-team deal
3 years, 11 months ago

NBA: James Harden headed to Brooklyn Nets in blockbuster 4-team deal

Firstpost  

James Harden is heading to Brooklyn, joining old teammate Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving to give the Nets a potent trio featuring some of the NBA’s highest scorers. It was struck less than 24 hours after Harden seemed to deliver a farewell address of sorts following the Rockets’ loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night, and just before …

Joe Harris was the Nets’ No. 1 priority in free agency. The team kept its word
4 years, 1 month ago

Joe Harris was the Nets’ No. 1 priority in free agency. The team kept its word

New York Times  

Joe Harris isn’t going anywhere. It appears Harris made out the way some executives expected him to, as league sources previously told The Athletic that Harris’ market would likely go over $15 million a season. General manager Sean Marks had said months ago that re-signing Harris was his top priority in free agency and doubled-down on that comment Friday morning …

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