2024-2025 Around the NBA Thread

[Proximo]

Player input was a factor in Knicks’ decision to fire Tom Thibodeau

Player input during their end of season meetings with owner James Dolan in attendance played a factor in the Knicks' decision to move on from Tom Thibodeau.

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Not surprised in the least, he seems like a total A hole.

 

[Proximo]

Knicks will reportedly ask Mavericks for permission to interview Jason Kidd after Tom Thibodeau firing

Jason Kidd could be one of the Knicks' top targets as the team seeks a new head coach.

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I find this pretty funny. It was only a few years ago Kidd was begging for a job. I don't think he is that great of a coach personally.

 

[Ronin]

NBA at 'least a couple years away from launching' NBA Europe league, Adam Silver says

The NBA is working with FIBA to create a new league, likely with at least some existing teams, but this will take time.

sports.yahoo.com

 

[Ronin]

Adam Silver says Larry O'Brien Trophy logo could return to NBA Finals court in 2026

There is no logo on the court for these NBA Finals and social media took notice. So did Adam Silver.

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[AzStevenCal]

I find this pretty funny. It was only a few years ago Kidd was begging for a job. I don't think he is that great of a coach personally.

I disagree. I think he's a jerk and untrustworthy but I also think he's one of the best coaches in the league - until he runs thin on his players and staff.

 

[Superbone]

I disagree. I think he's a jerk and untrustworthy but I also think he's one of the best coaches in the league - until he runs thin on his players and staff.

You don't dare take his French fries from him!

 

[Ronin]

Cavaliers announce Darius Garland out 4-5 months after undergoing toe surgery

Darius Garland is expected to be ready by training camp.

sports.yahoo.com

 

[Ronin]

DeMarcus Cousins has drinks thrown at him, tries to fight fans after wild ejection in Puerto Rico basketball league

DeMarcus Cousins nearly fought fans following an ejection.

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[Dback Jon]

The Knicks have called Dallas, Houston, and Minnesota asking for permission to interview their current head coaches
All three told New York to take a hike

 

[Ronin]

https://sports.yahoo.com/nba/article/mavericks-reportedly-deny-knicks-attempt-to-speak-with-jason-kidd-after-team-was-denied-on-ime-udoka-and-chris-finch-014600556.html

 

[Ronin]

https://sports.yahoo.com/nba/breaking-news/article/mavericks-pistons-to-play-regular-season-game-in-mexico-city-025555807.html

 

[Ronin]

https://sports.yahoo.com/nba/breaking-news/article/celtics-star-jaylen-brown-undergoes-knee-surgery-expected-to-be-ready-for-training-camp-152948871.html

 

[Ronin]

https://sports.yahoo.com/article/demarcus-cousins-suspended-remainder-puerto-010029216.html

 

[Ronin]

Pacers have competition to sign Myles Turner, The Brooklyn Nets.

 

[Ronin]

Tom Thibodeau thanks New York City, Knicks fans in New York Times ad

While the New York Knicks continue to search for his replacement, Tom Thibodeau sent a classy message to the city where he got to live out his "dream job."

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[Ronin]

Knicks in no rush, casting wide net in head coaching search

While the Knicks are continuing to do their due diligence in their head coaching search, the team is in no rush to make a hire, according to league sources in touch with the team.

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[Ronin]

Former Texas Longhorns Forward Shuts Down Retirement Buzz

P.J. Tucker is the second-oldest current NBA player, behind only LeBron James. The two of them and Chris Paul -- who Tucker is one day older than -- make up the 40-year-olds currently active in the NBA. Both James and Paul are expected to play at least one more year. Tucker shut down any...

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[Ronin]

Knicks reportedly focus search for new coach on available coaches such as Mike Brown, Taylor Jenkins

New York took swings at coaches under contract that interested them, such as Dallas' Jason Kidd, but was rejected at every turn.

sports.yahoo.com

 

[Ronin]

Kings interested in Jrue Holiday? What to make of latest trade rumor

The Kings reportedly are looking for a guard this summer. Could the Celtics work out a trade with Sacramento involving Jrue Holiday?

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[Ronin]

O'Connor: C's want to avoid Jaylen or D-White trade, but hearing offers

Kevin O'Connor of Yahoo Sports said on "The Off C'season" that while the Celtics prefer not to trade Jaylen Brown or Derrick White, they are listening to offers for their core players.

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[Ronin]

Warriors guard Podziemski underwent second surgery of offseason

The Golden State Warriors announced second-year guard Brandin Podziemski underwent successful core muscle surgery on Tuesday.

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[Ronin]

Russell Westbrook declines player option with Nuggets, will become free agent: Report

Russell Westbrook has declined his player option for next season with the Denver Nuggets, and will become an unrestricted free agent on June 30, according to Marc Stein. Westbrook's player option was worth $3.5 million.

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[Phrazbit]

Russell Westbrook declines player option with Nuggets, will become free agent: Report

Russell Westbrook has declined his player option for next season with the Denver Nuggets, and will become an unrestricted free agent on June 30, according to Marc Stein. Westbrook's player option was worth $3.5 million.

sports.yahoo.com

He's been awful for a while. IMO, this is a massive mistake on his part. I cannot fathom how he gets either, more money or signs on with a better team than the nuggets.

 

[Ronin]

Knicks head coaching search: Updates, latest news; New York set to interview Taylor Jenkins, Mike Brown after striking out on other candidates

Everything you need to know about the Knicks' head coaching search.

sports.yahoo.com

 

[Ronin]

Steven Adams reportedly agrees to 3-year, $39 million extension to stay with the Rockets

Steven Adams has reportedly agreed to a three-year extension worth $39 million.

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