Heat chose roster strength over avoiding luxury tax

Photo: Houston Rockets/X Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka doesn’t think the team has been consistent enough yet (8-9 record/0-8 on the road). (via Locked On Rockets): “I think we’ve been tested all year. We’ve had our streaks, and we haven’t won on the road, so inconsistency has been our…

Chicago Bulls guard Alex Caruso, who was named to NBA All-Defensive Second Team this season, commemorated NBA legend Kobe Bryant with a tattoo on his thigh featuring the iconic 2001 NBA Finals photo. Alex Caruso with the new ink 🖋️ (Via @ThePlayersTV ) pic.twitter.com/ZrC0vonzvu — NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) June 9, 2024…

The Indiana Pacers have signed guard Josiah-Jordan James to an Exhibit 10 contract. Scott Agness reported the news, highlighting that the Pacers have their G League team in mind with this addition. The Pacers signed guard Josiah-Jordan James to an Exhibit 10 today. Another signing with their G league team…

Gary Payton II will reportedly miss at least three weeks, per Shams Charania of The Athletic, due to the fractured elbow he suffered on Tuesday in Game 2. Sources: MRI on Warriors guard Gary Payton II showed slight ligament damage along with his fractured left elbow. He will miss at…

The Dallas Mavericks have their sights set on drafting Bronny James, the son of Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James, in the upcoming NBA Draft, according to reports. As reported by Marc Stein on Substack, sources indicate that the Mavericks are interested in selecting Bronny with the 58th overall pick,…

Gregg Popovich is not expected to return to the San Antonio Spurs bench for the remainder of the season, raising uncertainty about his future with the franchise. Continue reading Gregg Popovich unlikely to return, Spurs face uncertainty ahead at TalkBasket.net. Check out our Latest News and Follow us at Facebook…