If the L.A. Lakers don't make a huge splash this free agent summer, they could be in real trouble as a franchise. Los Angeles landed in the lottery for the first time since anyone could ever remember and what they have to show for it is a player who's upside, ultimate best case scenario is Zach Randolph. That's all the L.A. Lakers can truly expect from Julius Randle. … [Read more...] about L.A. Lakers in real trouble if they strike out this summer
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Raptors re-signing Kyle Lowry headlines day two of NBA free agency
Day two of the free agency saw Carmelo Anthony visiting both the Rockets and Mavericks, Pau Gasol getting serious interest from the Thunder, and the Cavs reportedly weighing a max offer to Jazz restricted free agent Gordon Hayward. The biggest actual contract agreement came when Kyle Lowry decided to stay with the Toronto Raptors rather than sign elsewhere. Here's a recap of … [Read more...] about Raptors re-signing Kyle Lowry headlines day two of NBA free agency
Lakers Jodie Meeks heading to Detroit Pistons: 3 yrs, $20m
The Los Angeles Lakers are in transition. Jodie Meeks will not be part of that transition. According to Adrian Wojnarowski, via his sources at Yahoo, Meeks will sign a three year, $20 million deal with the Detroit Pistons. The former Kentucky Wildcat is moving on. … [Read more...] about Lakers Jodie Meeks heading to Detroit Pistons: 3 yrs, $20m
Former Rockets star Dikembe Mutombo fighting the global energy crisis
Dikembe Mutombo was known through out his playing days as a defensive force and a stellar shot-blocker. You recall "Mt. Mutombo: 5,287 Feet" and "no, no, no." Today, he's known as a citizen of the world for his humanitarian efforts. he started the Dikembe Mutombo Foundation to improve living conditions in his native Democratic Republic of Congo in 1997. His efforts earned him … [Read more...] about Former Rockets star Dikembe Mutombo fighting the global energy crisis
Twitter reacts to Carmelo Anthony visiting the Chicago Bulls
Happy Carmelo Anthony visits Chicago day. This isn't the 2010 NBA free agent summer of love, but it's still a great "silly season." I truly get into this aspect of the league way more than the actual games. I love the business/transaction part of the NBA. As predictable and boring as this year's NBA Finals, and Conference Finals were, my feelings are in the opposite for this … [Read more...] about Twitter reacts to Carmelo Anthony visiting the Chicago Bulls
NBA Free Agency Recap (7/2/14): Irving, Gortat re-sign
The calendar flipped to July and the NBA free agency period began. All eyes are on the prized possessions like LeBron James and Carmelo Anthony, and seeing what happens with the Big 3 in Miami. Teams cannot officially sign players until July 10th but contracts can be negotiated and agreed upon until then. Here's a recap of day one of the NBA free agency period with the … [Read more...] about NBA Free Agency Recap (7/2/14): Irving, Gortat re-sign
Chicago Bulls: what are the non Carmelo free agent options?
Happy Carmelo Anthony visits Chicago day. This isn't the 2010 NBA free agent summer of love, but it's still a great "silly season." I truly get into this aspect of the league way more than the actual games. I love the business/transaction part of the NBA. As predictable and boring as this year's NBA Finals, and Conference Finals were, my feelings are in the opposite for this … [Read more...] about Chicago Bulls: what are the non Carmelo free agent options?
Javaris Crittenton: from L.A. Laker to Murder Suspect
Former NBA first-round draft pick Javaris Crittenton went from a quiet Bible-touting honor roll student to facing charges of murdering a 22-year-old woman. FOXSports.com contributor Flinder Boyd takes a deep look at what allegedly led Crittenton to turn to gang activity. The article is the latest edition in FOXSports.com’s long-form journalism efforts, which also included a … [Read more...] about Javaris Crittenton: from L.A. Laker to Murder Suspect
Chicago Bulls co-front runner for Carmelo Anthony this summer
Happy Carmelo Anthony visits Chicago day. This isn't the 2010 NBA free agent summer of love, but it's still a great "silly season." I truly get into this aspect of the league way more than the actual games. I love the business/transaction part of the NBA. As predictable and boring as this year's NBA Finals, and Conference Finals were, my feelings are in the opposite for this … [Read more...] about Chicago Bulls co-front runner for Carmelo Anthony this summer
Derrick Rose is not interested in recruiting; and this isn’t news
Derrick Rose isn't known to be much of an active recruiter of NBA free agents. But that doesn't mean he's not interested in getting the Chicago Bulls to add more pieces.He is very competitive; and quite interested in making the team better. It's just that he's bad at talking. This isn't news. Rose is a less than effective and engaging public speaker, and as 2012-13 showed us … [Read more...] about Derrick Rose is not interested in recruiting; and this isn’t news