You couldn’t wipe the grin from Ben Wallace’s face, as if he knew something we all didn’t, but the future Hall of Famer proved Detroit’s lucky charm overnight as they won this year’s draft lottery and will likely select star guard Cade Cunningham out of Oklahoma State next month. Continue reading “Detroit Pistons win top pick in draft lottery, Cade Cunningham expected”
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Oklahoma State’s star freshman Cade Cunningham declares for 2021 NBA draft
As expected, the highly-rated point guard Cade Cunningham today announced he will enter this summer’s NBA draft after averaging 20.1 points, 6.2 rebounds and 3.5 assists in 27 games under head coach Mike Boyton this term. Continue reading “Oklahoma State’s star freshman Cade Cunningham declares for 2021 NBA draft”
Back to work: Lakers win Andre Drummond race after he agrees buyout
After agreeing to a buyout on Friday from the Cleveland Cavaliers, two-time All-Star center Andre Drummond has joined the Los Angeles Lakers for their postseason push – despite a competitive race for his services with the Boston Celtics and LA Clippers among four other teams to meet with the 27-year-old this past weekend before his final decision was made.
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Multiple teams interested in Cavaliers’ available center Andre Drummond
After the Cleveland Cavaliers announced they were going to bench Andre Drummond while pursuing trade opportunities, the two-time All-Star center has attracted interest across the league – though many teams are unlikely to make moves unless he’s bought out next month. Continue reading “Multiple teams interested in Cavaliers’ available center Andre Drummond”
NBA Previews: Celtics look for swift revenge vs. Pistons, Grizzlies host Lakers
Read on for two NBA previews as the action continues after an unpredictable start to 2020-21. The defending champion Los Angeles Lakers (4-2) next face a weakened Memphis Grizzlies (2-3) side, while the Detroit Pistons (1-4) look to prove their first win of the campaign Friday night helped turn a corner – not a fluke – when hosting the Boston Celtics (3-3) once again tonight.
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Coronavirus: NBA’s top-earning league executives to have salaries cut by 20%
As a result of these unpredecented times, the NBA have made the decision to reduce base salaries by 20% of the league office’s 100 top-earning executives worldwide. Those affected include commissioner Adam Silver and deputy Mark Tatum.
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Atlanta Hawks among teams interested in Detroit Pistons’ All-Star center Andre Drummond
The Detroit Pistons and Atlanta Hawks have already held trade discussions focused around All-Star center Andre Drummond, according to ESPN. However, the Hawks aren’t the only interested party: Boston Celtics, Toronto Raptors and Dallas Mavericks are all said to also be intrigued by the 26-year-old’s situation. Continue reading “Atlanta Hawks among teams interested in Detroit Pistons’ All-Star center Andre Drummond”
Joe Johnson completes NBA return, agrees one-year deal with Detroit Pistons
Veteran small forward Joe Johnson has agreed a one-year deal with the Detroit Pistons, having been named MVP of the Big3 and leading the Triplets to the league championship this season. Continue reading “Joe Johnson completes NBA return, agrees one-year deal with Detroit Pistons”
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