Gary Payton II exercises player option for 2024-25 season

Orlando Magic guard Cole Anthony discussed the team’s occasional mental lapses after Wednesday’s 115-106 home loss vs. the Miami Heat (3-game losing streak). (via Orlando Magic): Reporter: “You guys have had a lot of situations where you’ve had to learn and build on things. You’ve had to learn how to…

DETROIT, MI – OCTOBER 11: Josh Giddey #3 of the Oklahoma City Thunder handles the ball during a preseason game against the Detroit Pistons on October 11, 2022 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph,…

As the 2024 NBA Draft approaches, speculation surrounding Bronny James’ potential selection intensifies. According to his agent Rich Paul, Bronny will not entertain offers for a two-way contract. Paul, who represents LeBron James as well, has been vocal about Bronny’s draft prospects. In an interview with Chris Haynes of Bleacher…

The Boston Celtics have reportedly entered the chat to trade for Kevin Durant, according to multiple reports. According to NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, the Celtics reportedly included Jaylen Brown as the centerpiece of a trade to acquire Durant. The Celtics have joined the Heat, Suns, and Raptors as…

Luka Doncic has evolved into perhaps the most dangerous player in the playoffs this postseason. Through 10 games, Doncic has averaged 31.5 points, 10.1 rebounds, 6.6 rebounds, and 1.9 steals per game on 47.4 percent shooting from the field and 34.7 percent shooting from deep. Luka Magic had led the…

Photo: Dallas Mavericks/Twitter Dallas Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic took a premature exit in his team’s 113-106 loss against the New Orleans Pelicans. Despite willing his way to play in the midst of the pain from a left thigh sprain, the superstar left the game in just the third frame of…