April 2014 Basketball Wiretap

Pacers Sign Andrew Bynum

Feb 1, 2014 12:43 PM

The Indiana Pacers have signed Andrew Bynum.

The two sides discussed a deal and met on Friday.

Bynum was released by the Chicago Bulls on Jan. 7 after the Cleveland Cavaliers dealt him.

The Cavaliers suspended Bynum for conduct detrimental to the team prior to trading him.

Brian Windhorst of ESPN reports that the deal is worth $1 million for the remainder of the season.

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Tags: Andrew Bynum, Indiana Pacers, NBA, NBA Signing Rumor, NBA Misc Rumor

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Source: Lakers, Wizards, Bobcats Interested In Taj Gibson

Jan 31, 2014 4:34 PM

The Los Angeles Lakers, Washington Wizards and Charlotte Bobcats have each engaged in preliminary trade talks with the Chicago Bulls regarding Taj Gibson, according to a source.

The Bulls reportedly did not like the possible return from any of the teams.

The Bulls could be determined to move salary to create room and pair Derrick Rose with a second superstar.

“The way that works is this, when something gets close or they think there’s something there that makes sense they’ll come to me,’’ Tom Thibodeau said. “Every conversation that they’re having I don’t know about nor do I want to know about. I think it’s important for me to be focused on the guys we do have.

Joe Cowley/Chicago Sun-Times

Tags: Taj Gibson, Charlotte Hornets, Chicago Bulls, Los Angeles Lakers, Washington Wizards, NBA, NBA Trade Rumor, NBA Misc Rumor

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Rajon Rondo Intrigued By 'College Recruitment' Type Process In Free Agency

Jan 31, 2014 3:34 PM

Rajon Rondo responded to speculation he intends to test free agency when his contract with the Boston Celtics is up in 2015, saying, "I may want to go through it."

Rondo added he is intrigued by the wooing process that happens for free agents.

"It’s kind of like college recruiting," Rondo said on Friday. "I’m pretty sure a lot more goes into it in the NBA. A lot more money is spent. I’ve heard stories, guys getting called right at midnight. It’s something that I haven’t experienced. I may want to go through it. I haven’t thought about it at all."

Rondo's contract, a five-year extension worth $55 million that he signed in the fall of 2009, is up after next season. The Celtics have discussed a potential contract extension with Rondo.

Rondo is adamant he has not thought about free agency.

"I haven’t thought about it," Rondo said. "I’ve just thought about getting my leg as strong as possible, continue to shake off the rust this year and come back even better next."

Baxter Holmes/Boston Globe

Tags: Rajon Rondo, Boston Celtics, NBA, NBA Misc Rumor

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Kyrie Irving 'Pretty Sure' He'll Remain With Cavaliers Long-Term

Jan 31, 2014 12:09 AM

Kyrie Irving told the media that he enjoys being a member of the Cleveland Cavaliers hours after a report surfaced that he has privately told people he is unhappy.

"There’s been so much so-called reports coming out that I don’t want to be here. That’s what you guys get paid to do, but that’s just so much negative attention," Irving said after the Cavaliers' loss at the New York Knicks. "I know we’re struggling, but it’s not about me. It’s about our team. It’s about us fighting every day for each other and me fighting for my teammates. 

"Yes, I’m in Cleveland. I enjoy myself. I enjoy going out and competing at the highest level for the Cleveland Cavaliers. That’s what it’s about. It’s not about me and it’s not about this controversy, ‘Do I privately want out when my contract is up?’ I’m still in my rookie contract and I’m happy to be here. And I’m pretty sure I’m going to be here for a long time. I’m not saying anything to tell the future, but I’m pretty sure the relationship I have with Dan Gilbert and management extends off the court. I enjoy being here."

Irving said he's aware he can sign a long-term extension with the Cavaliers in the offseason.

"It’s still too early to say. I’m still trying to get through this season," he said. "Everybody is trying to antagonize this team and put it on me. I’m here for my teammates, I’m here for Coach Brown and the coaching staff and I’m going to play my heart out every single night for the Cleveland Cavaliers."

Jason Lloyd/Akron Beacon Journal

Tags: Kyrie Irving, Cleveland Cavaliers, NBA, NBA Signing Rumor, NBA Misc Rumor

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Nuggets Weighing Roster Options, Could Consider Bringing Back Andre Miller

Jan 30, 2014 9:50 PM

The Denver Nuggets are weighing roster options due to injuries to Ty Lawson and Nate Robinson.

Brian Shaw said the Nuggets are considering all options, including bringing back Andre Miller, who has been away from the team since a Jan. 1 incident with Shaw.

Shaw added he still has not spoken with Miller since the two exchanged words during a game.

Shaw has stated he is willing to coach any player who buys into the Nuggets' system and accepts his role.

Chris Dempsey/Denver Post

Tags: Andre Miller, Denver Nuggets, NBA, NBA Misc Rumor, NBA B-Ball IQ

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Nets Plan On Targeting Kevin Durant In 2016

Jan 30, 2014 7:51 PM

The Brooklyn Nets could have zero salary commitments entering the 2016 offseason depending on whether Deron Williams picks up his one-year option and currently plan on targeting Kevin Durant.

Durant plays in one of the NBA's smallest markets with the Oklahoma City Thunder and ownership has appeared unwilling to spend as much money as other title contenders.

An Eastern Conference executive told Bondy he believes Durant will leave the Thunder in 2016, but that it will be difficult for him to find a teammate as elite as Russell Westbrook.

Stefan Bondy/New York Daily News

Tags: Kevin Durant, Oklahoma City Thunder, Brooklyn Nets, NBA, NBA Signing Rumor, NBA Misc Rumor

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Kyrie Irving Privately Telling People He Wants Out Of Cleveland

Jan 30, 2014 1:58 PM

The Cleveland Cavaliers were hoping to be a playoff contender this season around Kyrie Irving, but have been terribly disappointing. The Cavaliers have missed on several draft picks and Chris Grant's job as general manager is in danger.

"Kyrie Irving has been telling people privately he wants out," wrote Chad Ford.

Irving becomes eligible for a contract extension this offseason and will presumably receive a max offer from the Cavaliers. Irving could become a restricted free agent in the 2015 offseason meaning he could not leave outright until 2016.

"The Cavs are working to try to create a winning situation and culture to make him happy," wrote Ford. "Didn't report it to say he's gone. Just trying to show why the Cavs are trying hard to right the ship right now."

Chad Ford/ESPN

Tags: Kyrie Irving, Cleveland Cavaliers, NBA, NBA Signing Rumor, NBA Trade Rumor, NBA Misc Rumor

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Executives Believe Chris Bosh Most Likely To Leave Heat If Big 3 Breaks Up

Jan 30, 2014 1:23 PM

Chad Ford is skeptical of whether the Big 3 of the Miami Heat will remain on the roster heading into the 14-15 season.

"Doubt it," wrote Ford about LeBron James, Chris Bosh and Dwyane Wade all remaining with the Heat beyond the current season. "But I'm not sure it will be LeBron that leaves. From what I can gather talking to teams and agents around the league, it's Chris Bosh who is the most likely to leave. LeBron and Wade are so good, I think we all forget what a force Bosh can be. Lots of teams would give him the max and feature him in ways Miami can't. LeBron might leave, but I think the odds are in Miami's favor."

Bosh was previously the franchise player of the Toronto Raptors.

Chad Ford/ESPN

Tags: Chris Bosh, Miami Heat, NBA, NBA Signing Rumor, NBA Misc Rumor

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Lakers Might Pursue Eric Bledsoe In Restricted Free Agency

Jan 30, 2014 12:37 PM

The Los Angeles Lakers might pursue Eric Bledsoe in restricted free agency this offseason.

The Lakers would presumably have to overpay Bledsoe in order for the Phoenix Suns not to match.

Bledsoe was traded by the Los Angeles Clippers to the Suns in the offseason.

Chris Broussard/ESPN

Tags: Eric Bledsoe, Los Angeles Lakers, Phoenix Suns, NBA, NBA Signing Rumor, NBA Misc Rumor

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Cartier Martin Won't Be Re-Signed By Bulls

Jan 30, 2014 12:14 PM

The Chicago Bulls will not re-sign Cartier Martin, a league source told RealGM's Shams Charania.

Martin's second 10-day contract with the Bulls expired on Wednesday.

Martin had played limited minutes with the Bulls for most of his stay. Tom Thibodeau supported signing Martin for the remainder of the season.

Shams Charania/RealGM

Tags: Cartier Martin, Chicago Bulls, NBA, NBA Signing Rumor, NBA Misc Rumor

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Andrew Bynum Still Looking For More Than Minimum

Marc Stein/ESPN

Lance Stephenson's Parents Trust In Pacers' Plan To Sign Son To Long-Term Extension

Mark Montieth/Pacers.com

Suns Sign Leandro Barbosa For Remainder Of Season

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Celtics Sign Chris Johnson To Second 10-Day Contract

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Carmelo's Wife 'Definitely Thinks' He'll Re-Sign With Knicks

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Rockets Make Francisco Garcia Available In Trade Talks

Marc J. Spears/Yahoo! Sports

Suns Holding Valued Trade Asset In Emeka Okafor's Insured Contract

Adrian Wojnarowski/Yahoo! Sports

Royal Ivey Won't Re-Sign With Thunder, Will Sign In China

Anthony Slater/The Oklahoman

Raptors Remain Interested In Trading Kyle Lowry

Marc Stein/ESPN

Pierce 'Never Wanted To Leave' Celtics, Calls Return To Boston Toughest Game Of Career

Jackie MacMullan/ESPN

Kobe Bryant Open To Giving Carmelo Anthony Free Agency Advice

Mike Bresnahan/Los Angeles Times

Darius Morris Not Re-Signed By Clippers After 2nd 10-Day Deal Expires

Brad Turner/Los Angeles Times

Source: Bulls 'More In Play' For Carmelo Than Lakers

Adrian Wojnarowski/Yahoo! Sports

Nikola Vucevic, Magic Share Desire To Sign Extension

Brian K. Schmitz/Orlando Sentinel

Doc Rivers: No Right Minded Organization Would Allow Tom Thibodeau To Leave

Nick Friedell/ESPN

Mickael Pietrus Talking To NBA Teams, Remains Uninterested In Overseas Offers

Shams Charania/RealGM

Greg Monroe Admits Trade Rumors Weigh On Him

David Mayo/MLive

Celtics Discussed Extension For Rajon Rondo, Plan To Continue Talks In Summer

Toucher & Rich/98.5 CBS Boston

Pelicans Waive Tyshawn Taylor

Adrian Wojnarowski/Yahoo! Sports

Cavaliers Not Ready To Send Anthony Bennett To D-League Despite Discussions

Mary Schmitt Boyer/Cleveland Plain Dealer