March 2019 Basketball Wiretap

Jason Kidd 'In The Mix' To Replace Luke Walton As Lakers Coach

Jan 31, 2019 9:09 PM

Jason Kidd is in the discussion to be the next coach of the Los Angeles Lakers if they decide to move on from Luke Walton, according to Ric Bucher.

"Another development that I’m hearing is gaining momentum, and that’s the possibility of Jason Kidd returning to the coaching ranks by succeeding Luke Walton with the Lakers...now sources are saying that the Lakers have actually gotten back to him and that this has gone to the next level. And that if the Lakers do make a move on Luke – which, based on all of the rumblings, could happen sooner rather than later – Kidd appears to be very much in the mix and possibly is even the favorite," said Ric Bucher on his podcast.

Kidd has a career coaching record of 183 wins and 190 losses in 4.5 seasons with the Nets and Bucks. 

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Tags: Los Angeles Lakers, NBA, NBA Misc Rumor, NBA B-Ball IQ

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Kyrie Irving Reportedly Interested In Reuniting With LeBron James

Jan 29, 2019 8:27 PM

Kyrie Irving has expressed interest in reuniting with LeBron James, according to Ric Bucher.

Bucher stated that "a source close to the Celtics confirmed that Kyrie Irving is genuinely interested in reuniting with his former Cavaliers teammate. 'That is for real,' the source said."

Irving recently called James to apologize for being a difficult teammate when they were both with the Cavs. 

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Tags: Kyrie Irving, LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers, NBA, NBA Misc Rumor

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Marquese Chriss Seeks More Playing Time Or Trade From Rockets

Jan 28, 2019 3:04 PM

Marquese Chriss' agent has asked the Houston Rockets to either give Chriss more playing time or trade him to a team where he can be in the rotation.

“Marquese didn’t ask to be traded to Houston. The Rockets are a great organization and the kid has done everything they’ve asked of him to get on the floor. If it’s not going to happen there, we just want him to be treated fairly," said Aaron Goodwin.

The 21-year-old is averaging 6.7 minutes per game this season and has appeared in just 15 games.

“He’s on a really good team that has two or three guys ahead of him. That’s about the only thing. He’s a good kid and he works hard. It’s just not his time yet," said Mike D'Antoni earlier this month. 

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Tags: Marquese Chriss, Houston Rockets, NBA, NBA Trade Rumor, NBA Misc Rumor, NBA B-Ball IQ

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Pelicans Want Lonzo Ball, Kyle Kuzma, Ivica Zubac, 1st Round Pick For Anthony Davis

Feb 5, 2019 8:05 PM

The Los Angeles Lakers would have to start with Lonzo Ball, Kyle Kuzma, Ivica Zubac, and a 1st round pick in a potential trade for Anthony Davis, said a source close to the deal.

Davis' agent Rich Paul stated that Davis asked for a trade from the Pelicans. 

Paul has not given the Pelicans a list of preferred destinations, although he will inform interested teams of whether Davis would sign a long-term extension with them. 

Broderick Turner & Tania Ganguli/Los Angeles times

Tags: Anthony Davis, Ivica Zubac, Lonzo Ball, Kyle Kuzma, Los Angeles Lakers, New Orleans Pelicans, NBA, NBA Misc Rumor

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Anthony Davis Won't Sign Extension With Pelicans, Requests Trade

Jan 28, 2019 9:19 AM

Anthony Davis has no interest in signing a contract extension with the New Orleans Pelicans and has requested a trade, agent Rich Paul of Klutch Sports says.

Davis is eligible to sign a five-year, $240 million supermax extension this summer. If he doesn't sign an extension, he'll become a free agent in the summer of 2020.

"Anthony wants to be traded to a team that allows him a chance to win consistently and compete for a championship," Paul told Adrian Wojnarowski. "Anthony wanted to be honest and clear with his intentions and that's the reason for informing them of this decision now. That's in the best interests of both Anthony's and the organization's future."

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Tags: Anthony Davis, New Orleans Pelicans, NBA, NBA Trade Rumor, NBA Misc Rumor

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Thon Maker Wants More Playing Time, Looking For Trade From Bucks

Jan 27, 2019 4:05 PM

In the search for more playing time, a representative for Thon Maker asked the Milwaukee Bucks for a trade.

Maker's agent and Bucks general manager Jon Horst have discussed potential trade opportunities in recent weeks.

The Bucks still continue to believe in the 21-year-old, although Maker has averaged just 10 minutes per game since January 1st, including 4 DNPs.

Adrian Wojnarowski/ESPN

Tags: Thon Maker, Milwaukee Bucks, NBA, NBA Misc Rumor

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LeBron James' Camp 'Prefer A Coaching Change' From Luke Walton

Jan 26, 2019 6:24 PM

Jackie MacMullan stated in a recent episode of the "Brian Windhorst & the Hoop Collective" podcast that people around LeBron James have made it known they want Luke Walton replaced with a new coach.

“There’s a lot of tension in that building. A lot of tension in that building, and I think people are wondering about Luke Walton even though Jeanie Buss came out very strongly and said ‘I want Luke to be here, I back him 100 percent,’ but then also made the point that has to be made, and that’s that she hired Earvin Magic Johnson to make these decisions, and if Earvin feels differently she gave him the power to make those kinds of decisions. 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,” said MacMullan.

Windhorst added that while the noise wasn't coming from James directly, that his camp was voicing their unhappiness over Walton "is a fair thing to say". 

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Tags: LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers, NBA, NBA Misc Rumor

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JaMychal Green And Garrett Temple Drawing Trade Interest

Jan 25, 2019 7:49 PM

JaMychal Green and Garrett Temple are drawing trade interest from teams including the Charlotte Hornets and the Portland Trail Blazers.

The Grizzlies are rumored to be looking for a second-round pick for either player as they look to rebuild.

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Tags: JaMychal Green, Garrett Temple, Memphis Grizzlies, NBA, NBA Misc Rumor

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Lakers Willing To Part With Brandon Ingram, Kyle Kuzma, Or Lonzo Ball For Superstar

Jan 25, 2019 6:53 PM

The Los Angeles Lakers are looking to add either a 3-point shooter or a superstar as the trade deadline approaches.

The Lakers would prefer to add a second superstar through free agency but are willing to part with some combination of Brandon Ingram, Kyle Kuzma, and Lonzo Ball in order to obtain a franchise player.

The Lakers are also looking for 3-point shooters on expiring contracts, including Terrence Ross, Wayne Ellington, Garrett Temple, and Trevor Ariza. 

Bill Oram/The Athletic

Tags: Brandon Ingram, Lonzo Ball, Kyle Kuzma, Los Angeles Lakers, NBA, NBA Misc Rumor

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Knicks Make Tim Hardaway Jr., Courtney Lee Available In Trade Talks

Jan 24, 2019 5:54 PM

The New York Knicks have made Tim Hardaway Jr. and Courtney Lee available in trade talks.

The Knicks would like to move both players for financial reasons as they attempt to maximize their cap space to pursue free agents such as Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and Kemba Walker.

The Knicks may have to attach an asset to trade either Hardaway or Lee.

Hardaway is scheduled to earn $18.2 million next season while Lee will earn $12.8 million.

Enes Kanter is also on the trade block.

Marc Stein/New York Times

Tags: Courtney Lee, Tim Hardaway Jr., New York Knicks, NBA, NBA Trade Rumor, NBA Misc Rumor

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Cavaliers Have No Interest In Trading Kevin Love

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Mike Conley Confirms Robert Pera Informed Him, Marc Gasol Of Trade Talks

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Hawks Willing To Discuss Taurean Prince Trade

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Knicks, Lakers, Magic Discussed Dennis Smith Jr. Trade With Mavs

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Jazz Interested In Otto Porter

Shams Charania/The Athletic

Trade Deadline Activity Currently Featuring Far More Buyers Than Sellers

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Jeanie Buss: Luke Walton Is Doing A Terrific Job

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Exec: Pau Gasol Doesn't Have Trade Value

Jabari Young/The Athletic

Spurs Interested In Trading For Wing

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Grizzlies Trying To Trade Chandler Parsons

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Grizzlies Ready To Listen To Marc Gasol, Mike Conley Trade Offers

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Rockets, Bulls Finalize Carmelo Anthony Trade

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Grizzlies Quietly Evaluating Potential Marc Gasol Trade Scenarios

Marc Stein/New York Times

Lakers Interested In Carmelo Anthony If Roster Spot Opens

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Rockets Agree To Trade Carmelo Anthony To Bulls

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Rockets To Waive James Nunnally

Shams Charania/The Athletic

Wizards Sign Gary Payton II To 10-Day Contract

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Wayne Ellington's Agent Has Discussed Trade With Heat

Barry Jackson/Miami Herald

Rick Carlisle: Dennis Smith Jr. Will Rejoin Mavs On Tuesday

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Isaiah Thomas Aims To Make Nuggets Debut Before All-Star Break

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