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Cavs surprised they still have JR

The Cavaliers are expected to release Smith if they can’t find a suitable trade.

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Wizards could trade Bradley Beal?

The Wizards have said they’re not planning to trade Bradley Beal. But, that may not necessarily be the case.

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Stroman discusses trade rumors

“I’m truly focused on pitching for the Toronto Blue Jays,” Stroman said. “Whatever happens, happens as far as outside of that."

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Syndergaard addresses trade rumors

"As of right now, I love being a Met," Syndergaard told reporters. "If something were to ever change, it would definitely be bittersweet."

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Cavs want picks, players for Love

The Cavaliers are unlikely to move Kevin Love. But, they might consider dealing the star for the right price.

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Heat not ‘actively pursuing’ CP3

Oklahoma City acquired Paul, along with two first-round selections and two pick swaps, from the Rockets in exchange for Russell Westbrook.

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Thunder draft picks after trades

In total, Oklahoma City has added eight first-round picks this offseason and holds 15 over the next seven drafts.

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5 teams interested in Tigers' Boyd

The Dodgers, Braves, Astros, Rays and Padres are all reportedly interested in Boyd.

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Thunder draft picks after trades

In total, Oklahoma City has added eight first-round picks this offseason and holds 15 over the next seven drafts.

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Will Thunder move Chris Paul again?

Oklahoma City acquired Paul, along with two first-round selections and two pick swaps, from the Rockets on Thursday for Russell Westbrook.

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LeBron lobbied Lakers to sign Cook

Cook inked a two-year, $6 million contract with Los Angeles earlier this month.

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Mets set price for Syndergaard

Syndergaard has regressed this season as he holds a 6-4 record with a 4.68 ERA in 17 starts.

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Stephenson, Speights workout for LA

Frank Vogel coached Stephenson while he was with the Pacers and Speights during his time with the Magic.

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Billups discusses Carmelo Anthony

"He hasn't mentally taken that step back to say 'Okay, I'll come in and play against backups,'" Billups said during a recent interview.

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Stevens addresses Celtics' changes

“That’s part of free agency. You can go where you want at the end of the day," Stevens said, via The Boston Globe.

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Teams inquiring about Syndergaard

The Brewers are “monitoring” Syndergaard’s availability while “some within the Astros organization are intrigued” by him.

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Harris: Irving is ‘misunderstood'

Harris and Irving were teammates with the Cavaliers and will be reunited once again after the star announced he was heading to Brooklyn.

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Indians considering moving Bauer?

Despite being in playoff contention, Cleveland could consider moving Bauer, according to a report from Fox Sports.

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Cauley-Stein on signing with GS

"Got the phone call and I just don’t know how you could turn that down," Cauley-Stein said, via NBC Sports Bay Area.

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Gray on his struggles with Yankees

“I think everyone kind of knows that New York wasn’t a great fit for me, place for me, last year,” Gray told reporters Monday, via the Post.

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Russell discusses uncertain future

“You put yourself in position to go somewhere for a long period of time and it may not be what it is a year later," Russell said Monday.

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Yanks interested in Stroman, Giles

New York has inquired about a potential package deal for Toronto starter Marcus Stroman and reliever Ken Giles, according to TSN.

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Stoudemire, Ellis want to return

Amar'e Stoudemire and Monta Ellis are both looking to return to the NBA.

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Smith: NY going to make playoffs

"I think I’m going to take my game to the next level and it’s going to put us in the playoffs,” Smith said, via the NY Daily News.

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Westbrook ‘welcomes idea’ of trade

The Thunder appear like they’ll be entering a rebuild after sending Paul George to the Clippers this weekend.

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'No way' Kawhi was joining Lakers?

Leonard ended up inking a max deal with the Clippers after they acquired Paul George from the Thunder.

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Duke lands 2020 5-star recruit

Johnson picked Duke over Arizona, Wisconsin and Kentucky, according to ESPN.

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Rockets better off without Butler?

Houston’s top target this summer was reportedly Butler. But, it missed out on the wing as the Heat landed him in a sign-and-trade.

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Cousins has spoken with Wizards

Cousins is one of the biggest names left unsigned, yet ESPN reported earlier this week there was “no market” for him.

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Holiday considering 8 teams

The Bulls, Clippers, Pacers, Wizards, Hornets and Cavaliers are all also interested in signing Holiday, according to The Athletic.

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NBA free agency Day 4 rumor roundup

The fourth day of free agency was filled with minor moves and a few trades.

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Rockets want to add Iguodala, McGee

The Rockets are still hoping to make a few moves this offseason.

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Boone: Torres should be an All-Star

“Gleyber Torres is not an All-Star? You can kick rocks on that. It's ridiculous," Boone said, via The Athletic.

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Mets open to trading with Yankees

“Honestly, I hate change,” Wheeler told The Athletic earlier this week. “I’m a homebody. I like the group of guys we’ve got here."

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Lakers to pursue Kyle Korver

Korver was sent to the Suns in exchange for Josh Jackson, De'Anthony Melton and two second-round picks Wednesday, according to ESPN.

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DeMarcus Cousins switches agent

The news comes just days after ESPN reported there was “no market” for Cousins, who remains a free agent.

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LA thinks they’re leaders for Kawhi

Leonard is reportedly reconsidering returning to Toronto while the Clippers are in the mix to sign him, as well.

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Yankees home-run streak snapped

The Yankees entered Tuesday's matchup having homered in an MLB record 31 straight games.

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Lakers still in the mix for Green

The Lakers, Mavericks and Raptors are still in contention to sign the 32-year-old, the guard announced on his podcast’s Twitter account.

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Parker’s market is still developing

The Wizards could consider bringing Parker back at the right price, according to NBC Sports Washington.

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Lakers sign Jared Dudley

Dudley averaged 4.9 points and 2.6 rebounds in 59 games for the Nets last season.

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Astros interested in Matthew Boyd

The Astros are interested in dealing for Tigers starter Matthew Boyd. But, only at the right price.

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Mets open to moving Frazier, Vargas

New York is open to moving starter Jason Vargas and infielder Todd Frazier, according to a report from SNY.

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Rivers: Rockets have team to beat

"The goal was to come back to Houston all along," Rivers told ESPN. "I think we have the team to beat.”

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NBA free agency Day 2 rumor roundup

Here's a complete list of notable deals from the second day of free agency.

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Celtics aren't 'done dealing'

Boston inked Kemba Walker, a three-time All-Star, to a four-year, $141 million max contract last weekend.

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Heat have inquired about Beal

The Heat “love” Beal, according to the Miami Herald, however, he said Washington has told him he won’t be traded.

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Maple Leafs acquire Barrie, Kerfoot

The Avalanche received forward Nazem Kadri, defenseman Calle Rosen and a third-round selection in the deal.

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Warriors hoping to deal Russell?

The Warriors “hope to trade Russell in a deal at some point next season for future assets,” according to the Mercury News.

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Davis discusses playing with LeBron

“I always looked up to him,” Davis told the Los Angeles Times. “As a kid, (James) and Michael Jordan were the two guys I (admired)."

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Bulls looking to move Kris Dunn

Chicago reportedly acquired Tomas Satoransky on Monday and also selected Coby White out of North Carolina with the No. 7 pick in 2019.

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NBA free agency Day 1 rumor roundup

The Nets made a pair of major moves Sunday while the Celtics landed a new star.

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Butler to Heat; Horford to 76ers

The 76ers inked center Al Horford to a four-year, $109 million deal, his agent, Jason Glushon told ESPN.

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Knicks signing Julius Randle

The 24-year-old forward averaged a career-high 21.4 points, along with 8.7 rebounds, in 73 games with the Pelicans in 2018-19.

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NY unwilling to offer Durant max?

The Knicks were "not prepared to offer” Durant a max contract because of their concerns over his ruptured Achilles, according to ESPN.

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Parker not returning to Wizards?

Parker is “operating at the start of free agency with the expectation” he will not be returning to the Wizards, according to NBC Sports.

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Pacers add Brogdon, Lamb

The Pacers sent a first-round and a pair of second-round picks to the Bucks for Brogdon, according to ESPN.

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Kings won't move pick for Capela

Sacramento is unwilling to trade a first-round pick to Houston in exchange for Capela, according to a report from NBC Sports Bay Area.

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Cavs may receive offers for Love

“One of the big-market teams that fail to land a big fish are going to make an offer for Kevin,” an unnamed executive told The Athletic.

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LeBron sends out cryptic message

The Lakers star is planning to gift his No. 23 to new teammate Anthony Davis, according to a report from Yahoo Sports.

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Will Lakers get meeting with Klay?

Thompson suffered a torn ACL in Game 6 of the NBA Finals against the Raptors and is expected to miss most, if not all, of next season.

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DEN, DAL hoping to sign Harris

The Nets, Grizzlies, Jazz, Clippers and Pelicans have all also been linked to Harris while Philadelphia is hoping to re-sign him, as well.

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Jimmy Butler interested in Lakers

Butler would even be open to accepting “slightly less than” a max deal with Los Angeles, according to Bleacher Report.

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NY believes Rozier close to Kyrie

The Celtics are the front-runners to land Kemba Walker, which may make Rozier expendable.

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Rumor: Yankees ‘love’ Mets' Wheeler

The Braves and Brewers also could be in the mix to acquire the 29-year-old right-hander, according to SNY.

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Lakers, 3 others pursuing Beverley

The Lakers, Bulls, Mavericks and Clippers will pursue the 30-year-old guard in free agency, according to ESPN.

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Suns ‘really’ want to add Russell

The Suns “are the team that really wants” to add the 23-year-old guard, one league executive recently told The Athletic.

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Several teams interested in Johnson

Johnson is set to be an unrestricted free agent after the Pelicans declined to extend him a qualifying offer, according to The Athletic.

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Thomas excited for free agency

"I'm excited to show what I can do again," Thomas told ESPN in a recent interview.

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Pelicans considering Tobias Harris

The Mavericks, Grizzlies, Jazz and Nets are reportedly all also considering adding Harris.

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LA, Celtics interested in Kanter

The Trail Blazers, Lakers and Celtics are all expected to pursue Kanter when free agency begins June 30, according to Yahoo Sports.

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Bulls expected to pursue Randle

The Knicks and Nets, among other teams, will also reportedly consider signing the 24-year-old forward.

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Celtics favorites for Kemba

Boston is the most likely destination for Kemba Walker, according to a report from the Dallas Morning News.

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LA possible destination for 'Melo

League executives believe the Lakers are the “most likely destination” for the 35-year-old forward in free agency, according to SNY.

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Pelicans looking to sign Horford?

The Mavericks, Clippers, Lakers and 76ers will reportedly all pursue Horford this summer, as well.

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Rockets looking to add Jimmy Butler

Butler will be a free agent this summer, but the Rockets do not have the salary cap space to sign him, according to ESPN.

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Knicks interested in Julius Randle

The 24-year-old forward averaged a career-high 21.4 points, along with 8.7 rebounds, in 73 games with the Pelicans in 2018-19.

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Trail Blazers acquire Kent Bazemore

Bazemore averaged 11.6 points and 3.9 rebounds in 67 games for Atlanta last season.

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76ers interested in Brogdon, Green

Philadelphia also could explore signing Al Horford, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer.

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Ainge on benefit of 'good people'

“I think it just makes life more enjoyable when everybody is humble (and) hard-working," Ainge told reporters Monday.

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Lonzo Ball reacts to being traded

Ball was sent from the Lakers to the Pelicans earlier this month as part of the Anthony Davis trade.

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Yankees open to moving Frazier?

New York is not planning to trade Frazier in exchange for a player under contract for less than two seasons, according to a report from Fox.

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Chris Paul addresses trade rumors

“I never asked for a trade,” Paul said, via the Houston Chronicle. “I never demanded a trade."

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Are Raptors the favorite for Kawhi?

Leonard is “seriously considering re-signing” with the Raptors and they’re viewed as the “favorite to land” him, according to Yahoo Sports.

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Who are the favorites for Horford?

The Clippers and Mavericks continue to be linked to the 33-year-old forward, according to a report from the Boston Herald.

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Green thinks Leonard may re-sign

"I think it’s a higher percentage for him to be here than to leave,” Green said during Hoops Talk, via Sportsnet.

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Steven Adams on Celtics' 'radar'

The Thunder are reportedly looking to shed salary and have made Adams “available.”

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Twolves move up to No. 6

The Timberwolves had been trying to jump up throughout the week and also inquired about the No. 4 and 5 picks, according to ESPN.

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Knicks hoping to buy 2nd-round pick

The Knicks hold the No. 3 pick and are projected to take former Duke star RJ Barrett, if they don’t trade down.

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Three teams interested in Holiday

The Suns, Timberwolves and Bulls are all interested in dealing for the 22-year-old guard, according to a report from the Indianapolis Star.

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Knicks 'open’ to dealing Ntilikina

The Knicks are “extremely open” to moving Ntilikina in exchange for a late-first or early-second round pick, according to the New York Post.

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Warriors actively looking for picks

The Warriors have been one of the “most active teams” trying to acquire additional selections, according to a report from Yahoo Sports.

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NBA Draft: 5 second-round sleepers

Here are five players projected to be picked in the second round of this year’s draft who could make an immediate impact.

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Bucks shed salary in trade

The deal saves the Bucks about $4 million this year and cleared Snell’s $12 million contract in 2020-21, according to ESPN.

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Rivers: Paul, Harden rift is 'fake'

"I know nothing about any of that. I don't know where that's coming from," Rivers said during an interview with TMZ.

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Adams, Schroder 'very available'

Oklahoma City has “increased its efforts” to reduce salary by attaching a contract to the No. 21 pick in Thursday’s draft, according to SI.

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Lakers want to add 2nd-round picks

The Lakers will enter the draft after reportedly completing one of the biggest trades in NBA history last weekend.

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What will the Warriors do at 28?

The Warriors will have their first chance to acquire a rotation piece in the 2019 NBA Draft, where they hold the No. 28 selection.

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Stroman on future with Blue Jays

"It doesn’t seem like I’m going to be signed here to a long-term deal," Stroman said. "It’s just something you have to come to terms with."

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Celtics have discussed Capela deal

Capela averaged 16.6 points and 12.7 rebounds per game for the Rockets last season.

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Lakers, Knicks interested in Portis

The Lakers, Knicks, Clippers, Jazz, Bucks and Magic are all expected to be interested in signing Portis, according to NBC Sports Washington.

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Wheeler addresses trade rumors

"I'm here now and I want to help this team win," Wheeler said Monday. "I know we're capable of it and we've got a good squad.”

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Horford expected to leave Celtics

Horford is planning to leave the Celtics and sign a four-year contract with a different team, according to a report from the Boston Herald.

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Pels want to trade up for Barrett?

New Orleans has had "talks about moving up to the second pick to take Memphis’ selection and draft RJ Barrett,” according to the Post.

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NY rejected Hawks trade offer

Atlanta offered the Knicks the No. 8 and No. 10 pick in exchange for the third selection, according to a report from ESPN.

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Nationals GM discusses Max Scherzer

"We would have to command something that would be franchise-altering to consider moving him,” Nationals GM Mike Rizzo told The Athletic.

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Kings' Divac discusses Cauley-Stein

"He still needs to show us the consistency that we are looking for," Divac told the Sacramento Bee.

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Irving not speaking with Celtics?

The Nets are reportedly the favorites to sign Irving while he has also been linked to the Knicks and Lakers.

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Cashman explains Encarnacion trade

The Yankees acquired Encarnacion from the Mariners last weekend in exchange for prospect Juan Then and cash considerations.

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Jazz ‘front-runner’ for Conley?

Memphis has intensified discussions about potentially moving the 31-year-old guard, according to The Athletic.

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Woodland holds on for U.S. Open win

Woodland recorded four birdies and two bogeys during the final round to secure the victory.

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Frazier ‘surprised’ by demotion

"It's a tough pill to swallow," Frazier said. "It's never fun, especially with how much I've felt like I've contributed to this team.”

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Raptors discuss Leonard’s FA

“I think that for us, at least speaking for myself, there’s nothing more that we can do,” Raptors guard Fred VanVleet said Sunday.

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NY wasn't close to Davis deal

New Orleans ended up sending Davis to the Lakers in exchange for Lonzo Ball, Brandon Ingram, Josh Hart and three first round picks.

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Lakers ‘will pursue’ Leonard

Leonard will enter free agency coming off of one of the best postseason runs in NBA history.

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Twitter reacts to Raptors' title

Toronto closed out the Warriors with a 114-110 victory in Game 6 of the Finals to win its first title in franchise history.

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3 reasons why Raptors won the title

Toronto closed out the Warriors at Oracle Arena on Thursday in Game 6 of the Finals to win its first title in in franchise history.

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Rozier may be open to C's return

Rozier is a restricted free agent and the Celtics can match any offer sheet he signs with another team.

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CHI open to moving multiple players

Chicago is open to trading everyone on its roster except forwards Lauri Markkanen and Wendell Carter Jr., according to The Athletic.

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How Fall could find a role in NBA

The 7-6 center from Senegal is ready for an opportunity to play at the next level.

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Tigers open to dealing veterans

The team is also open to dealing closer Shane Greene, along with “virtually any veteran on its roster,” according to MLB.com.

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Nets, Harris have mutual interest

Harris grew up in New York and attended high school on Long Island.

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Davis deal could ‘hinge on’ Kuzma

The Celtics are also discussing a potential trade for Davis, according to ESPN.

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LA not the front-runner for any FA?

Los Angeles could struggle to sign a top free agent this summer to pair with star LeBron James, according to a report from ESPN.

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Will Raptors visit White House?

There’s precedent for a Canadian-based team celebrating in Washington, D.C. after taking home a title in their respective league.

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Looney expects to play in Game 6

“They’re comfortable with me going out there as long as I can tolerate the pain,” Looney said, via the Mercury News.

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Knicks out of running for Davis?

Some within the New York organization are “uncomfortable with the idea of trading away significant assets" for Davis, according to SNY.

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Durant (Achilles) leaves Game 5

Durant scored 11 points on 3-of-5 shooting and grabbed two rebounds in Game 5 before exiting.

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Durant ‘hurting deep in the soul’

Durant addressed the injury he suffered in Game 5 of the NBA Finals in an Instagram live post Monday.

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Fowler, Thomas excited for US Open

Rickie Fowler and Justin Thomas are ready for the U.S. Open at Pebble Beach.

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Which ring is Tom Brady’s favorite?

Tom Brady has won six championships and he wants more.

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McIlroy raises Raptors jersey

McIlroy raised the jersey of Raptors guard Kyle Lowry after winning the RBC Canadian Open on Sunday.

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Yanks looking to deal for Stroman?

The Yankees attempted to sign free agent Dallas Keuchel last week, but he ultimately agreed to a one-year deal with the Braves.

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Pats reveal latest SB rings

The Patriots received their rings during a private ceremony at the home of team owner Robert Kraft on Thursday.

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Lambert leads Rockies to win

Peter Lambert allowed just four hits and one run over seven innings to lead the Rockies to a 3-1 win over the Cubs.

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Wentz, Eagles agree to extension

Philadelphia and the quarterback have agreed to a four-year extension that will run through the 2024 season, the team announced Thursday.

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Warriors' Stevens banned 1 year

The incident occurred early in the fourth quarter when Lowry dove into the crowd.

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Knicks expected to pursue Leonard

The Knicks are “expected to push hard for Leonard when free agency begins on June 30 at 6 p.m.,” according to a report from Newsday.

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NBA rumors: Nets acquire Prince

Brooklyn "has emerged as a serious contender" to ink Irving to a deal this summer, according to a report from ESPN.

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Who is Mark Stevens?

The Warriors minority owner pushed Kyle Lowry when the Raptors guard dove into the crowd early in the fourth quarter of Game 3.

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Green shrugs off Game 3 loss

A depleted Golden State team fell behind 2-1 in the NBA Finals after it lost to the Raptors 123-109 at Oracle Arena on Wednesday.

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3 takeaways from Raptors' win

Toronto took control in the third quarter against a depleted Warriors team and held on for a 123-109 win at Oracle Arena on Wednesday.

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Heat's Waiters, Johnson available

James Johnson and Dion Waiters are “considered available on the trade market,” according to a report from the Miami Herald.

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Irving unlikely to return to BOS

Irving averaged 23.8 points and 6.9 assists for Boston this season.

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What will the Lakers do at No. 4?

The Lakers' plan to upgrade their roster will begin with the draft, where they hold the No. 4 pick after jumping up in the lottery.

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At least 5 teams to pursue Morris

The Lakers, Knicks, Bulls, Clippers and Kings are all expected to pursue Morris in free agency, according to a report from The Athletic.

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Mayfield discusses Duke Johnson

"You’re either on this train or you’re not, it’s moving," Mayfield told reporters. "You can get out of the way or you can join us.’’

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Kings looking to sign center

The Kings have already shown interest in Nikola Vucevic, according to an earlier report from Arizona Sports 98.7FM.

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NBA Draft: LA active in trade talks

The Lakers finished 2018-19 with a 37-45 record and missed the playoffs for a sixth straight season.

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3 teams 'favorites' to sign Keuchel

Keuchel has had an extended stay in free agency after registering a 12-11 record and a 3.74 ERA in 34 starts with the Astros last season.

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Rutschman picked No. 1 by Orioles

Baltimore selected the 21-year-old Oregon State catcher with the No. 1 pick in the 2019 MLB Draft on Monday.

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Suns open to trading pick for guard

The Suns were reportedly trying to acquire a point guard to pair with star Devin Booker for most of 2018-19.

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Kerr: Thompson thinks he'll be fine

Thompson left Game 2 against the Raptors with left hamstring tightness after he landed awkwardly while attempting a 3-pointer.

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Gentry 'loves' idea of getting Ball

Ball was limited to just 47 games for the Lakers in 2018-19 as he sprained his ankle in late January and never returned to the court.

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James, KCP were ‘untouchable’

“Really, it seemed like nobody was untouchable, honestly, besides LeBron and KCP," Josh Hart said. "Those were the only untouchable pieces."

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Kyle Busch wins Pocono 400

Brad Keselowski followed Busch across the finish line while Erik Jones placed third.

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Cavaliers unlikely to deal Love

Love signed a four-year, $120 million extension with Cleveland in July 2018.

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Warriors vs. Raptors by the numbers

Here’s a breakdown of the NBA Finals between the Warriors and Raptors by the Opta numbers.

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Yankees may sign Keuchel next week

Keuchel has had an extended stay in free agency after registering a 12-11 record and a 3.74 ERA in 34 starts with the Astros last season.

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Green on why he's the best defender

“That will be my mindset as long as I can remember anything — that I am the best ever at what I do,” Green told reporters Wednesday.

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DeMarcus Cousins is 'pain free’

Cousins continues to be listed as questionable for Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the Raptors, coach Steve Kerr told reporters Wednesday.

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Kevin Durant ‘hasn’t practiced yet’

Durant has already been ruled out for Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the Raptors on Thursday.

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Davis unlikely to reconsider demand

New Orleans executive vice president David Griffin and Davis met Wednesday to discuss the star’s future, according to ESPN.

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Derek Dietrich leads Reds to win

The 29-year-old infielder blasted three home runs and finished with six RBIs.

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Broncos, Harris Jr. agree to deal

“We have a lot of respect for Chris as a player and for everything he’s meant to our organization,” Broncos president John Elway said.

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Cousins questionable, Durant out

Durant will not play in Game 1 against the Raptors while Cousins is questionable, coach Steve Kerr told reporters Monday.

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Bullock open to Pistons return

Bullock would “be willing to return to the Pistons” if the “finances were in order,” according to a report from The Athletic.

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3 takeaways from Bruins’ Game 1 win

Boston scored four unanswered goals to pull out a 4-2 win over the Blues in Game 1 on Monday at TD Garden.

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Michael Porter Jr. discusses injury

"The way I feel now, it’s leaps and bounds beyond where I thought I’d be at this point," Porter told the Denver Post.

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NBA Finals: Preview, prediction

The Warriors will play for their third straight championship while the Raptors have a chance to win the first title in franchise history.

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Re-signing Lopez 'priority’ for MIL

Lopez averaged 12.5 points and 4.9 rebounds in 28.7 minutes per game for the Bucks this season.

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Rossi discusses second-place finish

“Ultimately it was a good day for the team,” Rossi told reporters after the race.

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Barkley picks against Warriors

“To answer your question, I’m taking the Toronto Raptors,” Barkley said Saturday on “Inside the NBA.”

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Giannis: MIL will be back stronger

The top-seeded Bucks were eliminated from the playoffs when they fell to the Raptors in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference finals.

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3 takeaways from Raps' Game 5 win

Toronto traveled to Milwaukee for Game 5 of the Eastern Conference finals and defeated the Bucks 105-99.

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Darnold 'pumped' about Bell signing

"Once we signed him I was pumped, just super stoked to have him on our team and for me to have him as a weapon,” Darnold said.

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Harden, Paul had ‘verbal exchange'

The incident began after Houston’s Game 6 loss to Golden State and continued in the locker room, according to The Athletic.

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Ntilikina ‘extremely happy’ with NY

The Knicks have been shopping the 20-year-old guard, according to an earlier report from the New York Daily News.

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Report: McCoy ‘intrigued by’ Browns

The Buccaneers parted ways with McCoy after nine seasons earlier this week.

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Young reveals pitch to free agents

"A lot of players in the league know if you come play with me, I'm going to make sure I get you the ball,” Young said Wednesday.

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Perkins: Durant may consider Clips

“Everybody keeps screaming New York but do not be surprised if KD signs (with Los Angeles),” Perkins told FS1.

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Blues finally returning to final

St. Louis last played for a championship in 1970.

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Blues finally returning to final

St. Louis last played for a championship in 1970.

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Durant is undecided about FA choice

The 30-year-old Warriors star is expected to become a free agent this summer and he has widely been linked to the Knicks.

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At least 5 teams will pursue Harris

The Nets, Kings, Pacers, Mavericks and Jazz are all expected to pursue Harris in free agency, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer.

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Irving more open to signing with LA

Irving and Lakers star LeBron James won a championship together while they were teammates with the Cavaliers from 2014-17.

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Who is Meyers Leonard?

Leonard scored 25 points in the first 24 minutes of the Trail Blazers’ Game 4 matchup with the Warriors.

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Warriors' Curry, Green make history

The two Warriors stars both finished with a triple-double in their team’s series-clinching 119-117 win over the Trail Blazers.

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Pelinka: LA has chance to win title

“I think people can look at this as an opportunity to win a championship possibly next year," Pelinka said Monday.

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Patriots have talked about Rudolph

The Patriots appear like they’re still searching for Rob Gronkowski’s replacement.

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Leonard ‘will be ready’ for Game 4

Leonard injured his leg early in Game 3 but still played 52 minutes in his team’s 118-112 double-overtime win.

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Big Ben sorry for Brown comments

"I genuinely feel bad about that and I'm sorry," Roethlisberger said. "Did I go too far after that Denver game? Probably.”

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Knicks looking to deal Ntilikina

The 20-year-old guard averaged 5.7 points and 2.8 assists in 43 games in 2018-19.

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Lillard addresses rib injury

"I don't think it's something that's affecting my game," Lillard told reporters.

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At least 4 teams could trade picks

The 76ers, Nets, Hawks and Celtics may be "looking to unload" picks on the trade market, according to The Athletic.

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Rozier: It'd be great to play in NY

"Everybody knows about the New York Knicks, their sports market, everybody knows about the city of New York," Rozier said.

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Green explains importance of sweep

“We’re a little banged up. Nine days off would be great for us,” Green told reporters Sunday.

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3 takeaways from GS's Game 2 win

Golden State pulled out a 114-111 win over the Trail Blazers on Thursday in a back-and-forth Game 2 at Oracle Arena.

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Cousins progressed to on-court work

Cousins is still not ready for "live action," the team announced Thursday.

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Mayfield calls Cowherd a 'clown'

The Fox Sports host ran a segment Thursday on “The Herd” which focused on the “top 10 moments” of Beckham's career.

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