Although the Sixers just made their first formal offer to restricted free agent Quentin Grimes earlier this week, they have discussed various contract frameworks with his agent David Bauman several times throughout the offseason, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Substack link). As Fischer explains, the 76ers were hesitant to extend a formal offer until recently … [Read more...] about Fischer’s Latest: Grimes, Kuminga, Bamba, Love, Rockets
Southeast Notes: Bane, D. Smith, Hawks, Wizards, Hornets
New Magic swingman Desmond Bane feels good about how he’ll fit alongside star forwards Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner, telling Mark Medina of Sportskeeda.com that he thinks his skill set “complements those guys very well” and will help “open up the floor for them to attack and do their thing.” Bane also pointed to Orlando’s roster versatility when asked why he’s confident … [Read more...] about Southeast Notes: Bane, D. Smith, Hawks, Wizards, Hornets
Heat Expect Terry Rozier To Participate In Training Camp
While there’s plenty of uncertainty surrounding Terry Rozier, the Heat expect the veteran guard to join them at training camp, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports. Despite internal discussions regarding his contract, the Heat still plan to begin training camp on Tuesday with Rozier on the roster. Rozier is unlikely to give up any money in a buyout due to the fact that he … [Read more...] about Heat Expect Terry Rozier To Participate In Training Camp
Southeast Notes: Wizards Rebuild, Achiuwa, Beverley, Young, Herro
The Wizards’ expectations for the upcoming season remain modest. It’s all about player development and growth, not wins. “Roster-wise, we’re still in the early stages of the rebuild,” GM Will Dawkins told the media on Wednesday, per Chase Hughes of Monumental Sports Network (Twitter link). “This offseason we decided to lean into the youth movement more… we like the … [Read more...] about Southeast Notes: Wizards Rebuild, Achiuwa, Beverley, Young, Herro
Heat Agree To One-Year Deal With Precious Achiuwa
The Heat have agreed to a one-year contract with big man Precious Achiuwa, ESPN’s Shams Charania reports (via Twitter). It’s a non-guaranteed, minimum-salary deal, according to Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald (Twitter link). Achiuwa was one of the top remaining frontcourt players on the free agent market. He appeared in 57 games with the Knicks last season, including 10 … [Read more...] about Heat Agree To One-Year Deal With Precious Achiuwa