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• Legendary reporter Jackie MacMullan announces retirement from ESPN

MacMullan has been a trailblazer for women in sports media and established herself as one of the most respected NBA reporters during her 40-year career....2021
• NBA journalist MacMullan retiring from ESPN

After a long career with The Boston Globe, Jackie MacMullan joined ESPN in 2010 and will retire from the company with her Aug. 31 appearance on Around the Horn....2021
• Nets star Kevin Durant rips Jackie MacMullan in latest Twitter beef
Brooklyn Nets star Kevin Durant has circulated the world of Twitter over the past couple of days. Scottie Pippen came out with some interesting comments on Durant, and the Nets star fired back. Now Durant has ripped into Jackie MacMullan after another report surfaced. Once again, I don’t even talk like this…plus I don’t have […] The post Nets star Kevin Durant rips Jackie MacMullan in latest...2021
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• Michael Jordan still holding on to final interactions with Kobe Bryant
Michael Jordan cannot bring himself to remove late Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant’s number from his phone. The interactions are too precious. Jordan fondly recalled some of his final conversations with Bryant prior to the Lakers legend’s tragic death in January of 2020. He told ESPN’s Jackie MacMullan he has not been able to […] The post Michael Jordan still holding ...2021
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• RUMOR: Timberwolves desperately thirsting after Hawks’ John Collins
The Minnesota Timberwolves might have the worst record in the NBA, but they are nonetheless intent on making a major splash ahead of the March 25 trade deadline. Veteran ESPN NBA writer Jackie MacMullan said the T-wolves were “dying” to acquire Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins on the most recent episode of The Bill Simmons […] The post RUMOR: Timberwolves desperately thirsting ...2021
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• Nets’ Kyrie Irving being referred to as ‘property’ by ESPN personality has Twitter exploding
Right after James Harden was dealt to the Brooklyn Nets, Kyrie Irving is still a central point of focus among the newly formed trio which also includes Kevin Durant. ESPN commentator Jackie MacMullan revealed tough words she spoke to Irving in a past encounter. While appearing on “The Ryen Russillo Podcast,” MacMullan went on to […] The post Nets’ Kyrie Irving being referre...2021
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• Kevin Love meets young fan holding sign inspired by his mental health essay
Kevin Love bravely shared his experiences with mental health issues in a powerful essay last season, and a young fan who brought a sign to a game inspired by its title got to enjoy a meet-and-greet with the Cleveland Cavaliers star. The Cavs were in Arizona Monday for a late-season showdown with the Phoenix Suns. While Love was held out of the game, he met up with young fan Mase Kuret at some poin...2019
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• LeBron James’ camp reportedly prefers Lakers coaching change
While Lakers owner Jeanie Buss has praised head coach Luke Walton’s performance this season, LeBron James' camp reportedly prefers a coaching change, ESPN scribe Jackie MacMullan said on the "Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective" podcast. “It’s clear to me, and probably to you, Brian, that LeBron’s camp would prefer a coaching change — they’re not too subtle about that,” MacMullan said (via Silv...2019
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• Kevin Love: 'I have a purpose, for the greater good,' beyond basketball
Kevin Love recently addressed how he envisions life after the NBA, specifically related to how his experiences over the past year have opened him up to a greater purpose in life beyond basketball. The Cleveland Cavaliers forward suffered a panic attack on Nov. 5, 2017, in the locker room and later penned a powerful essay for The Players’ Tribune about the incident and its aftermath. Love subsequen...2018
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• Kyrie Irving is ready to prove himself after knee injury
Kyrie Irving is energized as the Celtics prepare for training camp and the preseason. After dealing with a nagging knee injury that ultimately cost him the final month of last season and the playoffs, Irving is ready to prove himself, according to Jackie MacMullan of ESPN.com.“I’m moving completely differently,” Irving said. “I’ve worked on my strength and have a heightened awareness of what my bo...2018
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• Five-part report examines NBA's mental health issues
The mental health of NBA players has become a more frequent topic of conversation over the last year, with stars like DeMar DeRozan and Kevin Love speaking out about their own battles with issues like depression and anxiety. ESPN’s Jackie MacMullan is taking a deep dive into the subject this week with a five-part series on mental health and the NBA.The first installment of MacMullan’s series featu...2018
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• Aron Baynes to undergo surgery to repair broken nose
Now that the Celtics’ season is over, Aron Baynes will undergo surgery to repair a broken nose, which he suffered during Game 6 of the team’s series against Cleveland, the big man told reporters today, including Steve Bulpett of The Boston Herald (Twitter link).Meanwhile, Kyrie Irving‘s absence from Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals was also related to a nasal issue — as ESPN’s Chris Forsber...2018
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• Marcus Smart: I'm worth more than $12-14M
In the wake of their Eastern Conference Finals loss to the Cavaliers, the Celtics will face a number of important roster decisions this offseason, with Marcus Smart‘s looming restricted free agency among the issues on the club’s docket. Asked about the possibility that the C’s might not be able – or willing – to pay $12-14M per year to retain him, Smart told ESPN’s Jackie MacMullan that price may ...2018
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• Embiid believes he deserves Rookie of the Year honors
Joel Embiid was poised to have a tremendously successful rookie campaign, but it ended in disappointment. Limited to 31 games before a meniscus tear in his left knee led to arthroscopic surgery, the Philadelphia 76ers budding star was playing remarkably well and deservedly heralded as the unquestioned front-runner to earn Rookie of the Year honors.Some have scoffed at the notion that a player who ...2017
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• Dwight Howard's Altercation with Lakers Heckler Caught on Video
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• Do the Los Angeles Lakers Have the Best Bench in the NBA?
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• Paul Pierce's Incredible Credentials Show the Truth About His NBA Legacy
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"After a long career with The Boston Globe, Jackie MacMullan joined ESPN in 2010 and will retire from the company with her Aug."

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"This report comes via ESPN’s Jackie MacMullan: […] The post Report: Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving want high-profile coach like Gregg Popovich, Tyronn Lue appeared first on ClutchPoints."

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"It would appear, according to ESPN’s Jackie MacMullan, that Butler has brought some semblance of the same kind of disruptive conduct with him to Philadelphia."

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"In a story by ESPN’s Jackie MacMullan, Archibald, 69, said that he’s been regularly volunteering for clinical trials designed to find a cure."

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"As Jackie MacMullan of ESPN."

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"18 During an appearance on CSN New England, Jackie MacMullan said Aldridge could be dealt at some point this year: "For instance, sources were telling me the other day that LaMarcus Aldridge may not even finish the year with the Spurs."

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"He also added that the Raptors don't "have the 'it' that makes you feel worried" as an opponent, via Jackie MacMullan of ESPN."

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"Jackie MacMullan: Rondo leaves complicated legacy"

• RUMOR: Timberwolves desperately thirsting after Hawks’ John Collins
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• Giannis Antetokounmpo leaving Bucks if they don’t reach NBA Finals?
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s free-agency status has been a big talking point around the league for a few years, and it came up again on Friday. Stephen A. Smith was one of the panelists at the Sloan Sports Analytics Conference for a conversation about NBA social media and player empowerment. ESPN’s Jackie MacMullan talked about whether players wanted to stay in small markets and said what Giannis does ...2020
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• Jeanie Buss: Lakers’ Anthony Davis offer was 'fake news'
Lakers owner Jeanie Buss says reports of what her team offered to the Pelicans in an attempt to land Anthony Davis were exaggerated, tweets Howard Beck of Bleacher Report. Buss addressed the rumors in a speech today at the Sloan Sports Analytics Conference. She couldn’t mention Davis by name because of tampering rules, but said leaks that the Lakers were willing to trade “our entire roster” for “a...2019
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• Sixers owner: Early playoff exit would be ‘very problematic’
The Philadelphia 76ers have high expectations after investing in Jimmy Butler and Tobias Harris this season, which means an early playoff exit would be unacceptable. Owner Josh Harris said Friday that it would be “very problematic” if the Sixers failed in the first round this season, especially with a potential matchup against the Boston Celtics, a team they have consistently struggled against, lo...2019
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• Kevin Love: 'I have a purpose, for the greater good,' beyond basketball
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• Kyrie Irving is ready to prove himself after knee injury
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• Five-part report examines NBA's mental health issues
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• Marcus Smart: I'm worth more than $12-14 million
Marcus Smart will be a restricted free agent this summer, and he’s reportedly seeking between $12-14 million, but if that’s the case he might not get what he wants.The reason is that ESPN’s Jackie MacMullan noted Smart has been told by the organization t it’s a figure Celtics might not be able to facilitate. Speaking about all this after Boston’s ugly loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 7 of t...2018
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• Marcus Smart: ‘I’m Worth More Than $12-14 Million’

Celtics restricted free agent to-be Marcus Smart says that he deserves a contract worth more than “$12-14 million” per season. After Boston’s 87-79 Game 7 loss to Cleveland, Smart told ESPN’s Jackie MacMullan that very few players bring the same energy and intangibles to the court. “To be honest, I’m worth more than 12-14 million. “Just […] The post ...2018
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• Kevin Garnett, Tony Allen also shade Isaiah Thomas over Celtics tribute
The 2008 Celtics are assembling like The Avengers to defend Paul Pierce.In a feature by Jackie MacMullan and Chris Forsberg of ESPN that ran on Wednesday, New Orleans Pelicans veteran Tony Allen, who was on that title-winning team with Pierce, shaded Cleveland Cavaliers guard Isaiah Thomas. Thomas was originally supposed to have a video tribute aired by the Celtics on Feb. 11, the same night Pierc...2018
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• Watch Isaiah Thomas, Magic Johnson bury the hatchet in emotional sit-down
NBA legends Earvin “Magic” Johnson and Isaiah Thomas were once close friends roughly 30 years ago, but a series of events caused the two to become bitter enemies.And now, thanks to an exclusive one-on-one sit-down between the two former players, which serves as the first episode of NBA TV’s “Players Only: Monthly” series, we now know exactly why they grew apart.The episode aired on Tuesday night, ...2017
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• Embiid believes he deserves Rookie of the Year honors
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• Wednesday NBA Roundup: Motivated LeBron James Has Awoken Sleeping-Giant Cavs
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• Dwight Howard's Altercation with Lakers Heckler Caught on Video
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• Do the Los Angeles Lakers Have the Best Bench in the NBA?
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• Carmelo Anthony Baffled by Phil Jackson's Controversial Comments
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• LeBron James says he no longer respects Phil Jackson
Phil Jackson made some unpopular remarks about LeBron James during a recent interview, and the comments have resulted in LeBron losing respect for the 11-time NBA champion. On Tuesday, James used the past tense when speaking about the respect he “had” for Jackson as a coach. When asked to clarify if that means he no longer respects Jackson, LeBron did not play coy. LeBron on Phil Jackson: "I had ...2016
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• Kevin Garnett: Latest News, Rumors, Speculation on Former NBA Star's Future
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• Report: Spurs could look to trade LaMarcus Aldridge
Just over a year after landing the top prize of the 2015 free agent class, could the San Antonio Spurs already be considering throwing in the towel on him? In an appearance on CSNNE.com’s Early Edition on Tuesday, ESPN’s Jackie MacMullan said that there’s a chance LaMarcus Aldridge may not finish out the 2016-17 season with the Spurs: "For instance, sources were telling me the other day that LaMar...2016
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• What Pat Riley really thought of Big 3’s ‘We Did It’ rally
“The Decision” was a historically massive part of the modern NBA culture. The moment in which the biggest star of the sport, LeBron James, announced his move to the Miami Heat after seven seasons with the Cleveland Cavaliers. As ESPN’s Jackie MacMullan recalls it, the “We Did It” rally held by Dwyane Wade, Chris Bosh, […] The post What Pat Riley really thought o...2020
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• Christian Wood's coronavirus diagnosis leaked before he could tell his mother
Several athletes and celebrities have chosen to reveal that they tested positive for the coronavirus in order to help spread awareness, but Christian Wood apparently was not one of them. When word of Wood’s COVID-19 diagnosis went public two weeks ago, it was a violation of the Detroit Pistons forward’s privacy. Dwane Casey spoke with ESPN’s Jackie MacMullan recently about the wild events leading ...2020
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• Pat Riley admits LeBron James was right to leave Heat
Pat Riley has remained largely tight-lipped these last four years regarding LeBron James’ departure, but now he is making a surprising admission.On Monday, ESPN’s Jackie MacMullan shared some comments that Riley made in author Ian Thomsen’s new book, “The Soul of Basketball: The Epic Showdown between LeBron, Kobe, Doc and Dirk that Saved the NBA.” In the book, the Heat president speaks openly abou...2018
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• George Karl Blasts Carmelo Anthony in Upcoming Book 'Furious George'
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• Wednesday NBA Roundup: Motivated LeBron James Has Awoken Sleeping-Giant Cavs
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• LeBron James Says He Won't Meet with Phil Jackson After 'Posse' Remark
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• Lakers Rumors: Latest Buzz on Possible Phil Jackson Reunion in LA
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• Do the Los Angeles Lakers Have the Best Bench in the NBA?
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• Carmelo Anthony Baffled by Phil Jackson's Controversial Comments
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• LeBron James Responds to Phil Jackson's Comment About Star's 'Posse'
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• Paul Pierce and Amir Johnson Trade Shots Prior to Wizards-Raptors
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• LaMarcus Aldridge Trade Rumors: Latest News, Speculation Surrounding Spurs Star
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• Greivis Vasquez Thinks Raptors Need an 'Assh--e' Paul Pierce-Type Player
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• Bradley Beal Says Raptors Think Wizards Are 'Punks' During Halftime Interview
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• Raptors GM Masai Ujiri and Fans Bring Their Scorn for Paul Pierce to Game 1
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• Dwight Howard's Altercation with Lakers Heckler Caught on Video
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• Report: Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving want high-profile coach like Gregg Popovich, Tyronn Lue
Some new insight has been provided regarding the Brooklyn Nets’ search for a new head coach. As it turns out, team superstars Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving are reportedly favoring a new coach that has an established name in the business, such as Gregg Popovich or Tyronn Lue. This report comes via ESPN’s Jackie MacMullan: […] The post Report: Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving want high-p...2020
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• LeBron James Says He Won't Meet with Phil Jackson After 'Posse' Remark
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• Jackie MacMullan: Rondo leaves complicated legacy
We watched him blossom into an on-court magician ... and a frustrating enigma...2014
• Shootaround (May 10) -- Kobe Bryant says he's 'an open book' to help current players
No. 1: Bryant says he's willing to help NBA's stars (if they ask) -- Kobe Bryant is the Los Angeles Lakers' all-time leading scorer and one of the best all-around players ever in NBA lore. His cold-blooded scoring mentality and overall basketball acumen aren't easily taught or learned. As Jackie MacMullan of ESPN.com reports, though, Bryant recently gave pointers to Boston Celtics star Isaiah Thom...2017
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• NBA planning 8-team second bubble in Chicago
The eight teams not invited to the NBA’s season restart in Orlando, Florida, could be getting together to scrimmage in a second “bubble,” per a new report. According to Adrian Wojnarwoski and Jackie MacMullan of ESPN, the ball is rolling for a Chicago site for the teams not invited to compete in the end of […] The post NBA planning 8-team second bubble in Chicago appeared f...2020
• NBA journalist MacMullan retiring from ESPN
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• Dwight Howard: Latest News, Rumors, Speculation on Rockets Star's Future
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• George Karl Blasts Carmelo Anthony in Upcoming Book 'Furious George'
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• Do the Los Angeles Lakers Have the Best Bench in the NBA?
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• Toronto Raptors vs. Washington Wizards: First-Round Analysis and Prediction
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• Report: Michael Jordan’s feelings toward NBA player strike
NBA legend and Charlotte Hornets owner Michael Jordan fully supports the players going on strike in the wake of the Jacob Blake shooting, per Jackie MacMullan of ESPN. Three NBA playoff games were postponed on Wednesday after Blake was shot seven times in the back by Wisconsin police this past weekend. Via MacMullan: “Right now, […] The post Report: Michael Jordan’s feelings towa...2020
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• Giannis Antetokounmpo leaving Bucks if they don’t reach NBA Finals?
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• Sixers owner: Early playoff exit would be ‘very problematic’
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• Bob Cousy reflects on race, making amends with Bill Russell
The legendary point guard, who recently turned 90, sat down with Jackie MacMullan to discuss a new book about his complicated relationship with the Hall of Fame center....2018
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• Kyrie Irving is ready to prove himself after knee injury
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• Chris Bosh weighs in on obstacles retiring players face
Chris Bosh, who last played during the 2015-16 season, still holds on to hope he can resurrect his NBA career despite the perception longstanding health issues related to blood clots may prevent it. The NBA superstar, 33, is beginning to recognize the myriad obstacles players face after walking away from basketball. In a candid discussion with ESPN’s Jackie MacMullan, Bosh discusses a sobering, ne...2018
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• Kevin Garnett, Tony Allen also shade Isaiah Thomas over Celtics tribute
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• Wednesday NBA Roundup: Motivated LeBron James Has Awoken Sleeping-Giant Cavs
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• Lakers Rumors: Latest Buzz on Possible Phil Jackson Reunion in LA
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• Do the Los Angeles Lakers Have the Best Bench in the NBA?
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• Giannis Antetokounmpo leaving Bucks if they don’t reach NBA Finals?
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• Report: Jayson Tatum wouldn’t mind being traded to the Pelicans
If an offseason trade were to send Anthony Davis to the Boston Celtics, Jayson Tatum reportedly wouldn’t mind heading to the New Orleans Pelicans in exchange. On a podcast with Jackie MacMullan and Tim MacMahon, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst noted that the “gossip” suggests that Tatum would like to be a franchise guy somewhere and that New Orleans might be that place. “It’s gossip, but the gossip is Jays...2019
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• Watch Isaiah Thomas, Magic Johnson bury the hatchet in emotional sit-down
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• Report: Kings owner Vivek Ranadive doesn’t want to trade DeMarcus Cousins
DeMarcus Cousins trade speculation won’t die as long as the Kings struggle, and they’re 6-9 – on pace for their seventh losing season in his seven-year career. But that doesn’t mean Sacramento will actually deal the star center. Jackie MacMullan on CSN Northeast: I asked about Cousins just recently again, and Vivek Ranadive, the owner […]...2016
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• Dwight Howard: Latest News, Rumors, Speculation on Rockets Star's Future
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• Dwight Howard: Daryl Morey told me to accept reduced role
Dwight Howard is likely going to opt out of his current contract and leave the Houston Rockets this summer, and it sounds like that is for the best. In a wide-ranging interview with ESPN’s Jackie MacMullan, Howard spoke about some of the issues he had in Houston this season. He said his role was diminished to the point where he became “disinterested.” “There were times I was disinterested because ...2016
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• Dwight Howard Comments on Struggles with Rockets, More
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• Gilbert Arenas doubles down on sexist WNBA rant
Gilbert Arenas apparently is enjoying his latest 15 minutes in the spotlight. The former Washington Wizards point guard took to Instagram on Wednesday to post a horribly sexist rant calling for the WNBA to make its athletes play in revealing uniforms to boost male viewership. He insulted the players by saying he didn’t care if they were good athletes as long as they’re “cutie pies” and added anoth...2015
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• Paul Pierce's Mind Games Taking Washington Wizards to Greater Heights
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• Otto Porter Emerging as Washington Wizards' Biggest Playoff X-Factor
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