The seven-team trade that sends star forward Kevin Durant and free agent big man Clint Capela (via sign-and-trade) to Houston is now official, according to press releases from several teams, including the Rockets. “Having played against Kevin and coached him before, I know he’s the type of competitor who fits with what we’ve been building here in Houston,” head coach Ime Udoka … [Read more...] about Seven-Team Kevin Durant Trade Officially Finalized
Southeast Notes: Jakucionis, Adebayo, Bufkin, Prunty
Heat guard Kasparas Jakucionis got off to a rough start in his Summer League debut, writes Anthony Chiang of The Miami Herald. The 20th overall pick struggled with his shot Saturday in a victory over San Antonio in the California Classic, going 1-of-7 from the field and 0-of-4 from three-point range. He also committed three turnovers in 22 minutes of action. “Today was my first … [Read more...] about Southeast Notes: Jakucionis, Adebayo, Bufkin, Prunty
Vlad Goldin Discusses Signing Two-Way Deal With Heat
Viewed as a potential second-round pick heading into last month’s draft, former Michigan center Vladislav Goldin didn’t hear his name called, making him an unrestricted free agent. He quickly agreed to sign a two-way contract with the Heat, a move that became official earlier this week. According to Anthony Chiang of The Miami Herald, the 24-year-old Russian said he didn’t work … [Read more...] about Vlad Goldin Discusses Signing Two-Way Deal With Heat
Kel’el Ware Looking To Reward Heat For Belief In Him
After an encouraging rookie season with the Heat, Kel’el Ware‘s name popped up in trade speculation this summer in connection with Miami’s pursuit of former Suns star Kevin Durant. Ultimately, the Heat decided to make Ware off limits in any potential deal for Durant, which was believed to be one key reason why Phoenix preferred Houston’s offer to Miami’s. Ware is now determined … [Read more...] about Kel’el Ware Looking To Reward Heat For Belief In Him
Stein/Fischer’s Latest: Beal, Suns, CP3, Bucks, Lillard, Heat
The Suns and Heat had exploratory talks this week about the possibility of a Bradley Beal trade, according to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Substack link). However, those discussions “ultimately collapsed,” resulting in a rising belief that the veteran guard will ultimately be bought out by Phoenix. If the two sides do end up working out a buyout agreement, … [Read more...] about Stein/Fischer’s Latest: Beal, Suns, CP3, Bucks, Lillard, Heat