Michael Jordan’s statement regarding the passing of Bill Russell

Photo: Boston Celtics/Twitter Boston Celtics point guard Payton Pritchard will be part of the USA Select team that will practice and scrimmage against the Team USA roster at a Las Vegas training camp in August, sources tell ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. Team USA is preparing for the FIBA World Cup later…

Sources inform Michael McCarthy of FrontOfficeSports that ongoing discussions occur regarding the NBA’s potential acquisition of a share in ESPN. Recent reports from The New York Post suggested that the NFL was engaged in “advanced talks” for a similar investment in ESPN. Simultaneously, negotiations are underway between the NBA and…

Photo: Fernando Medina/Getty Images Washington Wizards small forward Deni Avdija talked about his development on both ends after last night’s 119-100 road win vs. the Orlando Magic (13 points/7 rebounds/6 assists/2 steals/1 block/5-8 FG/2-5 3-PT/1-1 FT). (via Washington Wizards): “I definitely feel like I’m evolving almost every game defensively. I’m…

Photo: Toronto Raptors O.G. Anunoby has been targeted by various teams over the years, but the Raptors did not get an offer that they were hoping for. Should the 25-year-old small forward become available, the Kings are expected to be very interested in acquiring him, according to Matt Moore of…

Photo: Peter Baba The Grizzlies signed veteran guard Derrick Rose earlier this offseason, in part, to mentor young star Ja Morant. As Morant faces challenges both on and off the court, Rose has delivered a clear and impactful message to the rising talent. In a recent conversation with Morant, Rose’s…

Brian Lewis of The New York Post suggests that Brooklyn Nets center Nic Claxton’s low shot attempts in Tuesday’s loss to Milwaukee, only three, mark a season low. As Claxton approaches unrestricted free agency this offseason, Lewis argues that the team should consider involving him more in the offense. “I’m…