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• Warriors Notes: Kuminga, Thompson, Jackson-Davis, Quinones
In an in-depth story for ESPN.com, Baxter Holmes looks back at the Warriors‘ efforts to keep their dynasty window open for the past several years, exploring the team’s hits and misses during that time and revisiting the oft-discussed “two timeline” plan. As Holmes details, Golden State’s philosophy in the draft appeared to shift during those […]...2024
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• Report: Warriors Owner Joe Lacob Wanted To Acquire LeBron James From Lakers
According to NBA insider Baxter Holmes of ESPN, Golden State Warriors owner Joe Lacob wanted to acquire LeBron James from the Los Angeles Lakers at this year’s trade deadline. Lacob, in consultation with Draymond Green, inquired about trading for LeBron, who has the same agent (Rich Paul of Klutch Sports Group) as Green. “I’m not […]
The post Report: Warriors Ow...2024
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• Joe Lacob: We Are Not Here To Be Just 'Some Team'
The Golden State Warriors launched an improbable pursuit of LeBron James ahead of the trade deadline, which teams sources tell ESPN's Baxter Holmes represents the desire from Joe Lacob to keep the franchise as a contender.
"I'm not going to comment on something I can't comment on, but, in general, I just want to win," Lacob said. "We just want to win. We want to be the best, and we're going to try...2024
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• Report Details How Ja Morant Went From No Red Flags At Draft To Multiple Suspensions
The issues surrounding Ja Morant began to accelerate and concern the Memphis Grizzlies around the 2022 NBA All-Star Game in Cleveland, according to an extended reported piece from ESPN's Baxter Holmes and Tim MacMahon.
"He went to that first All-Star Game," one team source said, "and then the alligators got him."
Morant entered the league four years ago with no red flags that he would have off-co...2023
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• Pacific Notes: Westbrook, Lakers, Payton, K. Thompson
Russell Westbrook is glad to be in a situation where he feels wanted, but the Clippers only have a short time to figure out his best role with the team, writes Baxter Holmes of ESPN. L.A. shook up its backcourt with this week’s signing of Westbrook and trade deadline deals for Eric Gordon and Bones […]...2023
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• Mat Ishbia Bought 57 Percent Stake Of Suns For $2.28 Billion
Mat Ishbia bought a 57 percent controlling stake of the Phoenix Suns for $2.28 billion, sources told ESPN's Baxter Holmes. Ishbia is buying his stake at a $4 billion valuation.
Robert Sarver personally sold his 37 percent stake to Ishbia for $1.48 billion. Sarver's group bought the franchise from Jerry Colangeo for $401 million in 2004.
Ishbia assumed ownership of the Suns shortly before the trade...2023
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• Andrew Wiggins responds to Kevin Garnett’s questions about Warriors forward’s love for basketball
Andrew Wiggins is no longer considered a complete draft bust. Under the guidance of the Golden State Warriors, Wiggins has become an impactful player on both ends of the floor for a very good team. Baxter Holmes of ESPN broke down Wiggins’ ascent with the Warriors and included a tidbit from Kevin Garnett, who shared […]
The post Andrew Wiggins responds to Kevin Garnett’s question...2022
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• NBA going Big Brother on players to fight COVID-19
The NBA is getting real serious when it comes to COVID-19 and making sure players do not break protocols at any point during the season. The league is rolling out a contract tracing program that involves a requirement to wear sensor devices during team-organized activities, according to Baxter Holmes of ESPN. Some team staffers will […]
The post NBA going Big Brother on players to fight COVI...2020
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• How a wine dinner helped the Spurs land Manu Ginobili
Gregg Popovich is a five-time NBA champion and one of the greatest coaches in basketball history, but his passion for the sport is rivaled by his love for wining and dining. While Popovich’s incredible basketball IQ and leadership qualities have allowed him to draft, sign and develop some great players over the years, it was his affinity for wine and a good dinner that helped him land Manu Ginobil...2019
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• Jimmy Butler not inclined to discuss future while in L.A.
The Clippers, who hosted the Timberwolves on Monday, were reportedly on Jimmy Butler‘s list of preferred destinations when he requested a trade in September, and the Lakers, who will face Minnesota tonight, have also been identified as a potential suitor for the 2019 free-agent-to-be. However, Butler was in no mood to answer questions about a possible future in Los Angeles this week, as Baxter Hol...2018