Malik Beasley joins Pistons with one-year deal

Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra discussed building on the chemistry of Tyler Herro and new guard Terry Rozier following last night’s 105-96 home loss vs. the Memphis Grizzlies. (via Bally Sports Sun): “I definitely see the possibilities with those two guys, and it’s not a shock to feel that…

The Houston Rockets may not be anywhere near championship contention, but their young fundamental pieces have shown promise for a hopeful future. According to former Sixth Man of the Year Eric Gordon, the talent that has elevated his game the most for the Rockets is USC product Kevin Porter Jr….

Veteran guard Russell Westbrook wasn’t thrilled about transitioning to a bench role for the Los Angeles Clippers following James Harden’s arrival. Clippers executive Lawrence Frank had to persuade Westbrook to accept the sixth-man position. With a $4 million player option for next season, Westbrook may explore other opportunities by declining…

Photo: NBA/YouTube Russell Westbrook made his debut with the Clippers in a double-overtime loss against the Kings (175-176). The 34-year-old point guard scored 17 points, grabbed 5 rebounds and dished out 14 assists in 39 minutes of play. After the game he talked about how he felt playing for his…

According to Marcus Morris’ former teammate Patrick Beverley, Morris is strongly considering joining the Minnesota Timberwolves for the remainder of this season. Morris was part of a three-team trade at the deadline, moving to the San Antonio Spurs while Buddy Hield went to the Philadelphia 76ers from the Indiana Pacers….

Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard thought that defense and rebounding were major keys to Sunday’s 130-109 Eastern Conference Semifinal Game 7 road win vs. the New York Knicks as well as the series overall. (via Indiana Pacers): “The defense and rebounding was the reason why we won the game. That…