Lauri Markkanen: Getting traded to the Jazz before EuroBasket changed my mindset

Photo: Getty Images The Knicks were thought to be the primary trade destination for Donovan Mitchell. However, long trade talks culminated with nothing as the 25-year-old shooting guard was traded to the Cavaliers. Reportedly, there was a mutual interest between Mitchell and the Knicks but the team could not work…

Photo: thesportsrush.com Russell Westbrook came off the bench for the first since becoming a Laker in the final preseason game against the Kings. However, his spell on the court was cut short due a hamstring injury. The former NBA MVP had to leave the game after playing 5 minutes in…

While the Phoenix Suns fell short in their matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday, they received a promising performance from rookie Ryan Dunn. Recognized primarily for his defensive skills during his time at Virginia, Dunthe player surprised many by hitting three of his five three-point attempts, finishing with…

Photo: Justin Ford/Getty Images The newest Dallas Mavericks member Kyrie Irving shared his thoughts on what he learned from his Brooklyn Nets tenure: “The greatest lesson I could share with you that I learned from signing in Brooklyn in free agency is I wish I would have gotten to know…

Photo: Dallas Mavericks/Twitter ESPN’s Brian Windhorst thinks Kyrie Irving showing up at the Los Angeles Lakers games is a leverage play to get more money from the Dallas Mavericks in free agency. “The two big names out on the [free agent] market this year are James Harden and Kyrie Irving,”…

The Utah Jazz have officially waived guard Russell Westbrook, clearing the path for him to join the Denver Nuggets. NBA insider Michael Scotto tweeted about the move, which allows the former MVP and nine-time All-Star to sign with Denver. The Utah Jazz have officially waived guard Russell Westbrook. The move…