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Thu Jul 27 201723:52C McGee set to re-sign with WarriorsJaVale McGeeCWarriorsFree Agent
Center JaVale McGee will re-sign with the NBA champion Golden State Warriors on a one-year deal, multiple outlets reported on Thursday.Four weeks into free agency, McGee reportedly agreed to a minimum contract.The 29-year-old appeared in 77 games last season, averaging 6.1 points, 3.1 rebounds and just under a block a game. He shined in a first-round Western Conference playoff game against the Portland Trail Blazers, shooting 7-for-7 from the floor while scoring 15 points and blocking four shots in 13 minutes.The San Francisco Chronicle reported that McGee drew interest from the Phoenix Suns, Miami Heat, Los Angeles Clippers and Sacramento Kings.The McGee signing fills out the Warriors roster at the maximum of 15 players. Coming off its second championship in three seasons, the team re-signed Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, Andre Iguodala, Shaun Livingston, Zaza Pachulia and David West earlier this summer while adding Omri Casspi and Nick Young in free agency.A first-round draft pick of the Wizards in 2008, McGee played for Washington, the Denver Nuggets, the Philadelphia 76ers and the Dallas Mavericks before joining Golden State last season.
Thu Jul 27 201722:48C Marreese Speights, first-round pick in 2008, agreed to one-yea...Marreese SpeightsCClippersFree Agent
C Marreese Speights, a first-round pick in 2008, agreed to a one-year, $2.1 million contract with the Magic, the Orlando Sentinel reported Thursday. Speights declined his $2.1 million player option for the 2017-18 season with the Clippers and became an unrestricted free agent. He played in all 82 games for the Clippers last season and averaged 8.7 points and 4.5 rebounds while shooting 37.2 percent from 3-point range.
Thu Jul 27 201722:48G Arron Afflalo signed contract with Orlando Magic, team announc...Arron AfflaloSGKingsFree Agent
G Arron Afflalo signed a contract with the Orlando Magic, the team announced on Thursday. The team did not divulge terms of the deal, however league sources told ESPN that it was a one-year contract for $2.3 million. Magic president Jeff Weltman and general manager John Hammond have history with Afflalo, whom they helped draft to the Detroit Pistons in 2007. The 31-year-old Afflalo enjoyed a career season with Orlando in 2013-14, averaging 18.2 points.
Thu Jul 27 201722:48C JaVale McGee will re-sign with Warriors on one-year deal, mult...JaVale McGeeCWarriorsFree Agent
C JaVale McGee will re-sign with the Warriors on a one-year deal, multiple outlets reported on Thursday. Four weeks into free agency, McGee reportedly agreed to a minimum contract.The 29-year-old appeared in 77 games last season, averaging 6.1 points, 3.1 rebounds and just under a block a game. He shined in a first-round Western Conference playoff game against the Trail Blazers, shooting 7-for-7 from the floor while scoring 15 points and blocking four shots in 13 minutes. The San Francisco Chronicle reported that McGee drew free agent interest from the Phoenix Suns, Miami Heat, Los Angeles Clippers and Sacramento Kings.
Thu Jul 27 201713:22Magic sign G Afflalo, C BirchArron AfflaloSGKingsFree Agent
The Orlando Magic signed free-agent guard Arron Afflalo, the team announced on Thursday.The team did not divulge terms of the deal, however league sources told ESPN that it was a one-year contract for $2.3 million.Magic president Jeff Weltman and general manager John Hammond have history with Afflalo, whom they helped draft to the Detroit Pistons in 2007. The 31-year-old Afflalo enjoyed a career season with Orlando in 2013-14, averaging 18.2 points."Arron adds experience and depth to our backcourt," Weltman said. "He is an excellent 3-point shooter and a veteran that will help our young roster both on the court and in the locker room. We are excited to have Arron back in a Magic uniform."Afflalo has averaged 11.3 points and 3.0 rebounds over 10 seasons in stops with the Denver Nuggets, Portland Trail Blazers, New York Knicks, Sacramento Kings, Magic and Pistons.Orlando also signed free-agent center Khem Birch to a contract on Thursday. The Montreal native averaged 7.3 points and 5.6 rebounds in 37 games last season while playing for Olympiacos in Greece.
Wed Jul 26 201721:43G Tyler Ennis re-signed with Los Angeles Lakers, team announced ...Tyler EnnisPGRocketsFree Agent
G Tyler Ennis re-signed with the Los Angeles Lakers, the team announced Wednesday. Terms were not released, but the Los Angeles Times reported Ennis agreed to a minimum deal for one year with a team option in the second year. Ennis, 22, will back up rookie point guard Lonzo Ball, the No. 2 overall pick in this year's NBA Draft.
Wed Jul 26 201716:14Lakers re-sign G EnnisTyler EnnisPGRocketsFree Agent
The Los Angeles Lakers re-signed point guard Tyler Ennis, the team announced Wednesday. Terms were not released, but the Los Angeles Times reported Ennis agreed to a minimum deal for one year with a team option in the second year.Ennis, 22, will back up rookie point guard Lonzo Ball, the No. 2 overall pick in this year's NBA Draft.Ennis appeared in 22 games (two starts) for the Lakers last season, averaging 7.7 points, 2.4 assists and 1.2 rebounds in 17.8 minutes per contest. In seven games (two starts) in April, he scored in double-figures four times, averaging 11.3 points, 3.6 assists, 1.3 rebounds and 27.7 minutes.Ennis was selected by the Phoenix Suns with the 18th overall pick in 2014. He owns career averages of 4.2 points, 1.2 rebounds and 1.9 assists in 132 games with the Suns, Milwaukee Bucks, Houston Rockets and Lakers.
Wed Jul 26 201716:12Suns sign F/C WilliamsAlan WilliamsCSunsFree Agent
The Phoenix Suns re-signed forward/center Alan Williams to a multiyear contract, the team announced Wednesday.Media outlets reported a couple of weeks ago that the Phoenix native agreed to terms on a three-year, $17 million deal to stay with the Suns. "Alan embodies what it means to be a Phoenix Sun on and off of the court," Suns general manager Ryan McDonough said in a statement. "We've enjoyed watching him become a very valuable part of our team over the past few years. We're excited that we were able to reach a deal to keep a native Phoenician home, where we know 'Sauce' will continue to make a significant impact, both on the court and in the community."Williams, the Suns' 2016-17 Majerle Hustle Award winner, averaged 11.4 points on 51.4 percent shooting along with 9.1 rebounds with 12 double-doubles in 24 games after the All-Star break last season. He led the Suns with 15 double-doubles overall and ranked third in the NBA with 15 double-doubles off the bench.Playing in his second NBA season, the 24-year-old Williams averaged career-bests of 7.4 points and 6.2 rebounds in 47 games in 2016-17.The 6-foot-8, 260-pound Williams owns averages of 6.6 points and 5.8 rebounds in 57 career NBA games, all with Phoenix.
Tue Jul 25 201721:53F Andrew Nicholson acquired by Trail Blazers from Brooklyn Nets ...Andrew NicholsonPFWizardsFree Agent
F Andrew Nicholson was acquired by the Trail Blazers from the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday in exchange for F/G Allen Crabbe. The 6-foot-9 Nicholson was acquired by the Nets from Washington during last season. He averaged 3.0 points and 2.7 rebounds in 10 games with Brooklyn and 2.5 points in 28 games with the Wizards. A first-round pick of the Orlando Magic in 2012, Nicholson had his most productive offensive season as a rookie, averaging 7.8 points. He is averaging 6.0 points and 3.0 rebounds in five seasons with the Magic, Wizards and Nets.
Tue Jul 25 201721:53F LeBron James denied report that he "eager" to see Cleveland C...LeBron JamesSFCavaliersFree Agent
F LeBron James denied a report that he is "eager" to see Cleveland Cavaliers teammate Kyrie Irving traded after the point guard reportedly asked the team for a trade last week. James, on his Twitter account, re-tweeted two posts from SLAM Magazine's Twitter account with the headlines "LeBron James is reportedly 'eager' for Cleveland to trade Kyrie Irving" and "LBJ is extremely unhappy with Kyrie's trade request." On both tweets, James commented "#NoFacts people! Boooo!! Get another source" while adding "#EnjoyingMySummer #YouDoTheSame."
Tue Jul 25 201721:53G Brandon Knight sustained torn ACL in left knee that will requi...Brandon KnightPGSunsFree Agent
G Brandon Knight sustained a torn ACL in his left knee that will require surgery, and he is expected to miss the entire 2017-18 season, the team announced. The injury occurred last week while Knight was playing in South Florida. Following an examination by head team physician Dr. Tom Carter, it was determined that surgery was necessary, A timetable for his return will be determined at a later date. Knight has played for three teams in his six-year NBA career. In 2016-17, while playing for the Suns, Knight averaged a career-low 11.0 points and 2.4 assists in 54 games, including five as a starter.
Tue Jul 25 201721:53PG Derrick Rose and Cavaliers finalized one-year deal reportedly...Derrick RosePGKnicksFree Agent
PG Derrick Rose and the Cavaliers finalized a one-year deal reportedly worth the veteran minimum of $2.1 million on Tuesday. "We are very excited to be able to add a player of Derrick's caliber and experience to the team," Cavs GM Koby Altman said in a statement. Rose met with Altman and other Cavs officials on Monday, just three days after meeting with the Lakers. He passed medical exams with Cavs doctors, Cleveland.com reported. "I have a single focus and purpose of wanting to play to win," Rose said in a statement.
Tue Jul 25 201721:53F Draymond Green faces lawsuit that alleges "assault, battery an...Draymond GreenPFWarriorsFree Agent
F Draymond Green faces a lawsuit that alleges "assault, battery and related claims based on his alleged acts of violence against a young man and woman." The plan to file a lawsuit was made public in a press release on Monday from Lisa Bloom, a lawyer representing the plaintiffs. She also claims Green made "misleading statements" about the suit. She said she would be filing the lawsuit Tuesday. Bloom said the accusers are demanding "accountability and an apology from Mr. Green, who has often been called a bully both on and off the basketball court."
Tue Jul 25 201721:26NBA notebook: Cavs officially ink G RoseStephen CurryPGWarriorsFree Agent
Kevin DurantSFWarriorsFree Agent
LeBron JamesSFCavaliersFree Agent
Derrick RosePGKnicksFree Agent
Free agent point guard Derrick Rose signed one-year contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday.Rose met with newly named general manager Koby Altman and other Cavs officials on Monday, just three days after meeting with the Los Angeles Lakers. He passed medical exams with Cavs doctors, Cleveland.com reported.Rose, 28, averaged 18 points, 3.8 rebounds and 4.4 assists on 47 percent shooting from the field in 64 games for the New York Knicks last season. He was acquired in a trade with the Chicago Bulls, but the 2016-17 season ended in another injury as Rose hit free agency for the first time.Rose had season-ending knee surgery in April but has recovered and settled for a short-term deal in free agency.--LeBron James denied a report that he is "eager" to see Cleveland Cavaliers teammate Kyrie Irving traded after the point guard reportedly asked the team for a trade last week.James, on his Twitter account, re-tweeted two posts from SLAM Magazine's Twitter account with the headlines "LeBron... [More]
Tue Jul 25 201721:24Nets acquire Crabbe from Blazers for NicholsonAllen CrabbeSGTrailblazersFree Agent
Andrew NicholsonPFWizardsFree Agent
The Brooklyn Nets acquired swingman Allen Crabbe from the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday in exchange for forward Andrew Nicholson.Crabbe averaged a career-best 10.7 points last season, his fourth with Portland since he was drafted in the second round by Cleveland in 2013.The 6-foot-6 Crabbe, who also shot a career-best 44.4 percent from 3-point range last season, averaged 2.9 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 28 1/2 minutes of action.The former University of California product has a career scoring average of 8.3 points in his four seasons with the Trail Blazers, also reaching double digits at 10.3 points during the 2015-16 season.The 6-foot-9 Nicholson was acquired by the Nets from Washington during last season. He averaged 3.0 points and 2.7 rebounds in 10 games with Brooklyn and 2.5 points in 28 games with the Wizards.A first-round pick of the Orlando Magic in 2012, Nicholson had his most productive offensive season as a rookie, averaging 7.8 points. He is averaging 6.0 points and 3.0 rebounds in five seasons with the Magic, Wizards and Nets.
Tue Jul 25 201716:01Warriors' Green facing lawsuit for alleged assaultDraymond GreenPFWarriorsFree Agent
Golden State Warriors All-Star forward Draymond Green faces a lawsuit that alleges "assault, battery and related claims based on his alleged acts of violence against a young man and woman."The plan to file a lawsuit was made public in a press release on Monday from Lisa Bloom, a lawyer representing the plaintiffs. She also claims Green made "misleading statements" about the suit. She said she would be filing the lawsuit Tuesday.The lawyer did not indicate when the incident occurred or whether anyone was arrested.Bloom said the accusers are demanding "accountability and an apology from Mr. Green, who has often been called a bully both on and off the basketball court."She added that the unnamed man and woman would speak for the first time about the lawsuit at noon Eastern time on Tuesday.In 2016, Green was charged with misdemeanor assault after an altercation in an East Lansing, Mich. bar that involved a former Michigan State football player. That case was later settled.
Tue Jul 25 201715:58Cavs finalize one-year deal with former MVP RoseDerrick RosePGKnicksFree Agent
Free agent point guard Derrick Rose signed one-year contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers, the team announced Tuesday.The deal will be for the veteran minimum salary of $2.1 million, multiple media outlets reported on Monday."We are very excited to be able to add a player of Derrick's caliber and experience to the team," newly named general manager Koby Altman said in a statement. "Derrick could have gone to a number of other teams, but his specific mindset, goals and total focus and commitment to winning are what resulted in him signing with the Cavaliers. We are confident he will be a very good fit with our organization and we look forward to the many ways he will contribute to the team."Rose met with Altman and other Cavs officials on Monday, just three days after meeting with the Los Angeles Lakers. He passed medical exams with Cavs doctors, Cleveland.com reported."I have a single focus and purpose of wanting to play to win," Rose said in a statement. "Being part of a roster and organization... [More]
Tue Jul 25 201715:57Magic sign F IwunduWes IwunduSFMagicFree Agent
The Orlando Magic have signed second-round draft pick Wesley Iwundu, the team announced Tuesday.The 6-foot-7 Iwundu, who was the 33rd overall selection in the 2017 NBA Draft, averaged 13.0 points, 6.3 rebounds and 3.5 assists at Kansas State last season.He was selected to the All-Big 12 third team by the coaches in both his junior and senior seasons.
Tue Jul 25 201715:56Warriors finalize signings of Curry, Durant and othersStephen CurryPGWarriorsFree Agent
Kevin DurantSFWarriorsFree Agent
Andre IguodalaSFWarriorsFree Agent
Shaun LivingstonPGWarriorsFree Agent
Zaza PachuliaCWarriorsFree Agent
David WestPFWarriorsFree Agent
The Golden State Warriors announced they have re-signed free agents Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, Andre Iguodala, Shaun Livingston, Zaza Pachulia and David West, making official what had been reported over the past several weeks.The Warriors did not disclose details of the agreements, but the terms were reported by various media outlets.Curry agreed to a five-year, $201 million super-max deal shortly after the NBA's free agency period began.Durant agreed to a two-year deal worth approximately $53 million.Iguodala reached agreement on a three-year, $48 million contract, Pachulia agreed to a one-year, $3.5 million contract, Livingston signed a three-year $24 million deal, and West signed a one-year contract.
Tue Jul 25 201715:54James denies he is "eager" to see Irving tradedKyrie IrvingPGCavaliersFree Agent
LeBron JamesSFCavaliersFree Agent
LeBron James denied a report that he is "eager" to see Cleveland Cavaliers teammate Kyrie Irving traded after the point guard reportedly asked the team for a trade last week.James, on his Twitter account, re-tweeted two posts from SLAM Magazine's Twitter account with the headlines "LeBron James is reportedly 'eager' for Cleveland to trade Kyrie Irving" and "LBJ is extremely unhappy with Kyrie's trade request."On both tweets, James commented "#NoFacts people! Boooo!! Get another source" while adding "#EnjoyingMySummer #YouDoTheSame."Reports surfaced last week that Irving asked Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert for a trade after growing tired of playing alongside James and saying he wants to be more of a focal point on a team.Irving reportedly listed the San Antonio Spurs, New York Knicks, Miami Heat and Minnesota Timberwolves as teams he would like to be traded to.James was reportedly blindsided by and furious at Irving's request.On Tuesday, the Cavaliers finalized the signing of former NBA MVP Derrick Rose to a one-year, $2.1 million deal. Rose, a three-time All-Star, could replace Irving as the Cavaliers' starting point guard if Irving is traded.
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