Hoops Rumors

In the wake of a Shams Charania report stating that star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo has reopened conversations with the Bucks about his future, head coach Doc Rivers – who dismissed Antetokounmpo-related trade speculation in October – reacted with exasperation when asked about the latest rumors. “So, here we go again. There’s been no conversations,” Rivers told reporters, … [Read more...] about Latest On Giannis Antetokounmpo

Raptors forward Scottie Barnes is the Eastern Conference Defensive Player of the Month for October/November, while Thunder guard Cason Wallace won the award for the Western Conference, according to an announcement from the NBA (Twitter link). Barnes led the surprising Raptors to a 14-7 record through the end of November, and the team posted the NBA’s sixth-best defensive rating … [Read more...] about Scottie Barnes, Cason Wallace Named Defensive Players Of The Month

Nuggets center Nikola Jokic and Pistons guard Cade Cunningham are the NBA’s Players of the Month for October/November, earning the honor for the Western and Eastern Conference, respectively, per an announcement from the league (Twitter link). It’s the ninth time that Jokic has won a Player of the Month award over the course of his 11-year career. He earned it in this case with … [Read more...] about Nikola Jokic, Cade Cunningham Earn Player Of The Month Honors

The Rockets intend to sign free agent forward Tyler Smith to a two-way contract, according to NBA insider Jake Fischer, who reports (via Twitter) that Houston will waive guard Kevon Harris in order to open up a roster spot for the newcomer. Smith, 21, was the 33rd overall pick in the 2024 draft and spent his rookie season with the Bucks. However, he played a very limited role … [Read more...] about Rockets Plan To Sign Tyler Smith To Two-Way Deal