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• Jalen Hurts, Eagles reportedly agree on a 5-year, $255M contract extension | NFL | SPEAK

Joy Taylor, LeSean McCoy, David Helman, and Ric Bucher react to the Philadelphia Eagles and Jalen Hurts reportedly agreeing on a 5-year, $255M contract extension. The then group discuss their biggest takeaways from the deal....2024
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• Does Odell Beckham Jr. signing with Ravens put added pressure on Lamar Jackson? | NFL | SPEAK

Odell Beckham Jr. and the Baltimore Ravens agreed to a one-year deal that is reportedly worth up to 18 million with incentives. Emmanuel Acho, Ric Bucher, Joy Taylor, and David Helman react to the signing and debate if the signing will put added pressure on Lamar Jackson....2024
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• Is Jimmy Garoppolo’s three-year, $67.5 M deal to the Raiders a good move? | NFL | SPEAK

Will Blackmon joins Emmanuel Acho, LeSean McCoy, and Ric Bucher on Speak to discuss the Las Vegas Raiders reportedly signing Jimmy Garoppolo to a three-year $67.5 M deal. Bucher weighs in on the signing and explains he does not like the deal because Garoppolo is not an upgrade from Derek Carr. The group then discuss whether the signing was a good move for the Raiders....2024
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• NFL insider predicts Jalen Hurts will receive a 7-year, $345M deal from Eagles | NFL | SPEAK

An NFL insider predicts Jalen Hurts will receive a 7-year, $345M deal from the Philadelphia Eagles. Emmanuel Acho, Joy Taylor, Ric Bucher, and David Helman debate if they have seen enough from Hurts for him to receive a long-term deal....2024
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• Joe Burrow, Bengals reportedly agreed on 'vow of silence' in contract talks | NFL | SPEAK

Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals have reportedly agreed on a 'vow of silence' as it pertains to their contract talks. The 2020 No. 1 pick is not the only QB due for an extension. Other members of the 2020 class include Justin Herbert and Jalen Hurts. Emmanuel Acho shares his suggestion to the 2020 class, including Lamar Jackson (2018 class), which is to get together and go the 'favored nation...2024
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• McCaffrey, Henry & Taylor among star RBs criticizing state of running back market | NFL | SPEAK

Christian McCaffery, Derrick Henry, Jonathan Taylor, and Austin Ekeler fired out tweets in reaction to Josh Jacobs, Saquon Barkley, and Tony Pollard failing to reach long-term deals as the NFL franchise tag deadline expired yesterday afternoon. Emmanuel Acho, LeSean McCoy, Will Blackmon, and Ric Bucher debate why the running back market in the NFL is being devalued....2024
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• Around SB Nation: What Other NFL Blogs Are Discussing
Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images Weekly, we take a look around the SB Nation family of NFL blogs. Here are the news stories and analysis they are discussing. AFC EAST: New England Patriots (via Pats Pulpit) How Patriots rookie Keion White feels about learning from Bill Belichick - Pats PulpitWhite joined the Patriots in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft. New York Jets (via Ga...2023
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• Can AD & Lakers hold on to the season until LeBron returns? | SPEAK

LeSean McCoy, Joy Taylor, Ric Bucher, and T. J. Houshmandzadeh discuss whether the Los Angeles Lakers can hold onto their season until LeBron James returns from injury....2023
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• Browns QB Deshaun Watson suspended 11 games, fined $5M | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

The NFL & NFLPA has settled on disciplinary actions for Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson. Watson will be suspended for the first 11 games of the NFL season and also fined $5 million dollars, the largest player fine in NFL history. This comes on the heels of Watson signing a $230M fully guaranteed contract amid sexual harassment allegations. Emmanuel Acho, Joy Taylor and Ric Bucher react to the N...2022
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• Craig Sager's Embrace of Life and Career a Model for Every Reporter to Follow
2016

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• Burden Is on Kevin Durant to Make Marriage with Warriors Reach Its Potential
2016

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• Warriors' NBA Finals Flameout Turns 73 Wins into Bitter What-If Question
2016

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• Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson Comment on Game 5 Loss to Cavaliers in NBA Finals
2016

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• 2016 NBA Finals Roundtable: B/R Experts' Preview and Predictions
2016

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• Heart, Head and Wallet Destinations for NBA's Top 2016 Free Agents
2016

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• 30 Bold Predictions for the Final Month of the 2015-16 NBA Season
2016

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• Think You Know What the NBA's Morris Twins Are All About? Think Again
2016

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• DeMarcus Cousins Isn't Making It Easy, but He's Trying to Make It Work with Karl
2015

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• How Tim Duncan Became a 1-Man Dynasty
2015

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• KG, the Oral History, Part 2: Glory in Boston, Quirky Traits and Returning Home
2015

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2024
"Emmanuel Acho, Joy Taylor, Ric Bucher and Will Blackman react to the latest QB rankings which ranks New York Jets QB Aaron Rodgers as a Tier 3 QB."

2023
"Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images Fox Sports analyst LeSean McCoy has been speaking on the “Speak” show with Emmanuel Acho, Joy Taylor and Ric Bucher, and he had a few interesting things to say about the Jet's acquisition of Aaron Rodgers."

2022
"According to a report by Ric Bucher of FOX Sports, a potential partnership between Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving in Dallas has now emerged as […] The post RUMOR: Potential Luka Doncic-Kyrie Irving partnership with Mavs comes to life appeared first on ClutchPoints."

2020
"Ric Bucher of Bleacher Report spoke with NBA executives who said they would feel more comfortable drafting Ball if they could first meet with him to discuss what role his father, LaVar, is planning to play in LaMelo’s professional career."

2019
"In a feature he wrote this week for Bleacher Report entitled “The Politics of Kicks,” Ric Bucher shed some light on how seriously NBA players take their sneakers."

2018
"And it appears some members of the organization are “frustrated” over the rookie point guard’s inability or reluctance to stand up to his father and say enough is enough, according to what one league source recently told Bleacher Report’s Ric Bucher."

2017
"Bleacher Report's Ric Bucher reported earlier in January that the team is open to trading Butler."

2016
"He told Bleacher Report's Ric Bucher that this is the healthiest he's felt in the last six years: When someone asked me [when I'd make my comeback] before, I didn't want to answer."

2015
"" "People need to slow down giving [Dellavedova] so much credit," Sir Charles added on The B/R Spotlight with Nicole Zaloumis and Ric Bucher."

2014
" Ric Bucher covers the NBA for Bleacher Report."

• Jalen Hurts, Eagles reportedly agree on a 5-year, $255M contract extension | NFL | SPEAK
2024

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• Does Odell Beckham Jr. signing with Ravens put added pressure on Lamar Jackson? | NFL | SPEAK
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• Joe Burrow, Bengals reportedly agreed on 'vow of silence' in contract talks | NFL | SPEAK
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• McCaffrey, Henry & Taylor among star RBs criticizing state of running back market | NFL | SPEAK
2024

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• Grading D.J. Moore-Bears trade, Javon Hargrave-49ers four-year, $84M deal | NFL | SPEAK

Free agency is off to a frenzy, with the Los Angeles Rams trading Jalen Ramsey to the Miami Dolphins for a third-round pick, the Chicago Bears acquiring D.J Moore and four draft picks from the Carolina Panthers and DT Javon Hargrave signing a four-year, $84M deal with the San Francisco 49ers. Emmanuel Acho, LeSean McCoy, Will Blackmon and Ric Bucher grade each of these big splash moves....2024
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• Lamar Jackson disputes reported $200M contract offer from Ravens | NFL | SPEAK

Ric Bucher, LeSean McCoy, Will Blackmon and T.J. Houshmandzadeh discuss reports surrounding Lamar Jackson disputing a reported $200M contract offer from the Baltimore Ravens. McCoy weighs in on the report and explains come Wednesday, Jackson should be receiving calls from interested teams. The group then discuss what teams should be in the market for adding Jackson next season....2024
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• Should Saquon Barkley hold out after failing to reach a deal with Giants? | SPEAK

Emmanuel Acho, Ric Bucher and Will Blackmon react to Saquon Barkley and the New York Giants not reaching a deal by the deadline. They then discuss whether Saquon should sit out the season or not....2023
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• Lamar Jackson disputes reported $200M guaranteed contract offer from Ravens | SPEAK

Ric Bucher, LeSean McCoy, Will Blackmon and T.J. Houshmandzadeh discuss Lamar Jackson disputing a reported $200M contract offer from the Baltimore Ravens. McCoy weighs in on the report and explains come Wednesday, Jackson should be receiving calls from interested teams....2023
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• Jets players post cryptic tweets amid Aaron Rodgers' looming decision | SPEAK

Will Blackmon joins Emmanuel Acho, LeSean McCoy, and Ric Bucher on Speak to discuss the latest news in the NFL. McCoy weighs in on Aaron Rodgers trade rumors to the New York Jets and explains he should join the team because he is wanted by the organization and players....2023
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• LeSean McCoy Believes Jets are Getting a Better Version of Aaron Rodgers
Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images Fox Sports analyst LeSean McCoy has been speaking on the “Speak” show with Emmanuel Acho, Joy Taylor and Ric Bucher, and he had a few interesting things to say about the Jet's acquisition of Aaron Rodgers. McCoy was asked if he believed the Jets were getting a better version of Aaron Rodgers in comparison to what we saw in Green Bay last year and here w...2023
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• RUMOR: Kyrie Irving’s ‘lack of respect’ for Nets coach Steve Nash a major issue amid extension talks
According to reports, the main reason why extension talks have stalled between Kyrie Irving and the Brooklyn Nets lies in the length of the new deal. The Nets are unwilling to commit to Kyrie long-term — and for good reason — and Irving just isn’t having any of that. Ric Bucher of FOX Sports points […] The post RUMOR: Kyrie Irving’s ‘lack of respect’ for N...2022
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• Kevin Durant: Media creates ‘toxic’ environment around LeBron James
Kevin Durant criticized the media in recent comments about how its fawning and the like has created a “toxic” environment around LeBron James. The Los Angeles Lakers were expected to be an attractive free agency destination this coming offseason thanks to James’ presence. However, reports suggest some of the biggest NBA stars are somewhat reluctant to join the superstar in L.A. Durant’s frank comm...2018
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• Staff Picks: B/R's Choice for 2017 NBA All-Star Game Reserves
2017

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• Dwyane Wade: Latest News, Rumors, Speculation on Bulls SG's Future
2017

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• Watch for OKC Thunder to Be Active in NBA's Trade Deadline Arms Race
2017

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• Grizzlies vs. Warriors: Score, Highlights, Reaction from 2017 Regular Season
2017

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• Stephen Curry: Latest News, Rumors, Speculation on Warriors PG's Future
2016

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• Kevin Durant Comments on Brandon Ingram's Progression, Skill Set
2016

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• LaMelo Ball’s draft stock could be hurt by inability to conduct interviews?
NBA teams are going face serious obstacles with scouting prospects ahead of the June 25 draft because of the coronavirus pandemic, and that will almost certainly affect the future of some players more than others. That coulf be the case for LaMelo Ball, who could stand to to gain plenty during an interview process that might not take place. Ric Bucher of Bleacher Report spoke with NBA executives w...2020
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• Jason Kidd reportedly a candidate to replace Luke Walton
Luke Walton’s grasp on the Los Angeles Lakers’ coaching job reportedly has weakened in recent weeks, and a big name is being touted as his potential replacement. Bleacher Report’s Ric Bucher speculates that if the Lakers do indeed cut Walton loose, former Milwaukee Bucks and Brooklyn Nets head coach Jason Kidd should be considered a legitimate candidate. Bucher addressed the rumblings of a potenti...2019
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• Klay Thompson: ‘It Would Be Hard For Me To Envision Going Anywhere Else’

Klay Thompson and his family spoke to Bleacher Report’s Ric Bucher about his upbringing and its role in who he’s become. In the piece, Thompson discussed how personally invested he is in the Golden State Warriors’ success: “I was part of building this culture. It wouldn’t be leaving everything I worked for behind, but it […] The post Klay Thompson: ‘It Wou...2018
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• Lakers reportedly frustrated with Lonzo Ball’s sometimes passive play
For once, a criticism of Lonzo Ball may not have to do with his father’s antics.Ric Bucher of Bleacher Report reported in a feature this week that the Los Angeles Lakers are frustrated about Ball being passive on offense.Per Bucher:Part of Lonzo’s problem stems from his sometimes passive play, which has been striking considering his role as the team’s primary playmaker. If the Lakers are disturbed...2018
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• Source: Lakers ‘frustrated’ Lonzo Ball won’t stand up to his father
LaVar Ball has played a starring role in turning son Lonzo’s rookie season with the Los Angeles Lakers into a soap opera. And it appears some members of the organization are “frustrated” over the rookie point guard’s inability or reluctance to stand up to his father and say enough is enough, according to what one league source recently told Bleacher Report’s Ric Bucher.Much of the drama surroundin...2018
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• Report: Celtics focused on Jimmy Butler amid Cousins trade news
The Boston Celtics, given the Sundayâ€™s NBA blockbuster, appear to be sitting on the sideline at the moment.The New Orleans Pelicans reportedly acquired DeMarcus Cousins from the Sacramento Kings late Sunday night for a price that certainly didnâ€™t seem very steep at all. New Orleans sent back a package that included 2016 first-round selection Buddy Hield, a 2017 first-round pick and a 2017 seco...2017
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• Watch for OKC Thunder to Be Active in NBA's Trade Deadline Arms Race
2017

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• Craig Sager's Embrace of Life and Career a Model for Every Reporter to Follow
2016

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• Heart, Head and Wallet Destinations for NBA's Top 2016 Free Agents
2016

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• Charles Barkley Says Idea That Dellavedova Stopped Curry Is 'Ridiculous'
2015

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• What It's Like to Watch My Brother Stephen Curry During His Amazing MVP Season
2015

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• Ric Bucher: Building the Ultimate NBA Point Guard
2015
• Why Steph Curry Will Rewrite Record Book as NBA's Greatest 3-Point Shooter Ever
2015

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• Baron Davis to 76ers D-League Affiliate: Latest Contract Details and Reaction
2016

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• LeBron James May Be Done Winning NBA MVP Awards, and That's OK
2015

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• Ric Bucher: After a 40-Year Wait, the Warriors Go from 'We Believe' to 'We Did'
2015

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• Meet the Real DeMarcus Cousins: Strong-Willed, Maturing, Misunderstood
2014

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• Is Jets solely making the playoffs a success for Aaron Rodgers? | NFL | SPEAK

Will Blackmon joins Emmanuel Acho, Joy Taylor and Ric Bucher to debate on whether solely making the playoffs would be considered a success for New York Jets QB Aaron Rodgers....2024
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• Is Jets solely making the playoffs a success for Aaron Rodgers? | SPEAK

Will Blackmon joins Emmanuel Acho, Joy Taylor and Ric Bucher to debate on whether solely making the playoffs would be considered a success for New York Jets QB Aaron Rodgers....2023
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• LeSean McCoy Believes Jets are Getting a Better Version of Aaron Rodgers
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• Can Cowboys win a Super Bowl with Dak Prescott? | SPEAK

In the seven years Dak Prescott has led the Dallas Cowboys offense, they have not made it past the Divisional Round in the playoffs. Emmanuel Acho, Joy Taylor. LeSean McCoy, and Ric Bucher debate if the Cowboys can win a Super Bowl with Prescott leading the offense....2023
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• Ben Simmons Takes To Twitter, Responds To Wild Group Text Report

The latest development in the ongoing Ben Simmons saga was fun while it lasted. NBA insider Ric Bucher recently claimed Simmons gave his Nets teammates a virtual cold shoulder before Brooklyn’s must-win playoff game against the Boston Celtics back in April. There was speculation Simmons might suit up for Celtics-Nets Game 4 at Barclays Center, […] The post Ben Simmons Takes To Twitter,...2022
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• NBA Rumors: Ben Simmons, Nets Group Chat Incident ‘Never Happened’

While there has been a lot of drama surrounding the Brooklyn Nets, this incident from the 2022 NBA playoffs reportedly didn’t occur. On Aug. 4, NBA insider Ric Bucher said on “The Herd” Ben Simmons had spurned the Nets prior to Game 4 against the Celtics. Simmons’ teammates checked in on the All-NBA guard prior […] The post NBA Rumors: Ben Simmons, Nets Group Chat Inc...2022
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• Kevin Durant joining Knicks reportedly a ‘done’ deal
There has been an overabundance of speculation that Kevin Durant will leave the Golden State Warriors this coming offseason in free agency. Many insiders believe the superstar’s preferred destination is the New York Knicks. Now comes word that Durant joining the Knicks is a “done” deal. Bleacher Report’s Ric Bucher, making an appearance on “The Herd with Colin Cowherd,” laid out what he’s hearing ...2019
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• Report: Raptors unlikely to keep Kawhi as he 'hates the cold'
The Toronto Raptors are holding out hope of somehow convincing Kawhi Leonard to remain with the team instead of leaving as a free agent after the 2018-19 NBA season. And while reports suggest Leonard may be “warming to the idea” of playing in Toronto, the superstar’s dislike of the region’s weather may prove to be a meteorological stumbling block.According to an anonymous NBA GM, Leonard’s experie...2018
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• Report: Pacers tried to shop Paul George to Warriors
The Golden State Warriors couldn’t possibly be in talks with the Indiana Pacers about a Paul George trade, right?After all, last offseason they signed Kevin Durant to create a superteam that rolled through the playoffs and dominated the 2017 NBA Finals. They couldn’t possibly be considering another upgrade, right?Right?!?!?!Well, the Warriors have reportedly at least discussed the idea of making a...2017
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• Browns QB Deshaun Watson suspended 11 games, fined $5M | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF
2022

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• Ben Simmons Takes To Twitter, Responds To Wild Group Text Report
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• Ric Bucher doubles down on Ben Simmons group chat report with shocking Shams callout
Ric Bucher made waves earlier this week when he dropped a report claiming Ben Simmons left a Brooklyn Nets group chat after he was asked by teammates if he would be playing in Game 4 against the Boston Celtics. Simmons denied this ever happened, as did Shams Charania. Despite these refutations, Bucher is doubling down […] The post Ric Bucher doubles down on Ben Simmons group chat report with...2022
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• ‘Fake stuff’: Ben Simmons fires back at Nets group chat controversy with Kevin Durant
Amid all the talks about Kevin Durant, Brooklyn Nets point-forward Ben Simmons saw his name thrown into the drama for rather shocking reasons. Now, he is firing back on all the false rumors surrounding his name. On Tuesday, Ric Bucher of FOX Sports claimed that ahead of Game 4 of the Nets’ series against the […] The post ‘Fake stuff’: Ben Simmons fires back at Nets group ch...2022
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• RUMOR: Stephen Curry makes shocking move to bring back Kevin Durant to Warriors
The Golden State Warriors continue to be linked with Kevin Durant, and according to a new report, Stephen Curry is pulling out all the stops to make it happen. Ric Bucher of FOX Sports claimed that Curry has called Durant multiple times already to recruit him back to Golden State. His reason? Apparently, the Warriors […] The post RUMOR: Stephen Curry makes shocking move to bring back Kevin D...2022
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• Report: Kevin Durant to Knicks is ‘done’
There has been endless speculation about what Kevin Durant will do this summer when he becomes an NBA free agent, and many have linked him to the New York Knicks. Smoke is rising in thick billows as it concerns this rumor now. On Wednesday, Ric Bucher of Bleacher Report told Colin Cowherd that “From everything I’ve heard, it’s done. Yes, he’s leaving… If he so much as gets [the Knicks] into the Co...2019
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• Kevin Durant joining Knicks reportedly a ‘done’ deal
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• Jason Kidd reportedly a candidate to replace Luke Walton
2019

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• Staff Picks: B/R's Choice for 2017 NBA All-Star Game Reserves
2017

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• Dwyane Wade: Latest News, Rumors, Speculation on Bulls SG's Future
2017

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