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DHJ Quick Take Near-Deal at the Deadline: The Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Clippers were "reasonably close" to a blockbuster trade for Kawhi Leonard this past February, with many of the deal terms reportedly agreed upon. Clippers Recanted: Despite the advanced stage of negotiations, the Clippers ultimately decided to...

DHJ Quick Take Elite Wish List: Mavericks governor Patrick Dumont is reportedly "aiming high" for the team’s next front office leader, targeting Sam Presti (Thunder), Brad Stevens (Celtics), Tim Connelly (Timberwolves) and Koby Altman (Cavaliers). Potential Mutual Interest: While these targets are currently leading elite franchises, NBA insider Chris Haynes...

DHJ Quick Take Elite Target List: Mavericks governor Patrick Dumont is reportedly "aiming high" to find a successor for Nico Harrison, focusing on a "wish list" of premier NBA executives: Sam Presti (Thunder), Brad Stevens (Celtics), Tim Connelly (Timberwolves) and Koby Altman (Cavaliers). Search for Stability: Following the fallout from...

DHJ Quick Take Waived for Conduct: The Chicago Bulls waived Jaden Ivey, citing "conduct detrimental to the team." Controversial Stance: Ivey drew significant backlash for social media posts condemning the NBA’s promotion of Pride Month, which he labeled a celebration of "unrighteousness." Strange Question: Ivey asked Bulls reporters personal questions....

DHJ Quick Take Growing Uncertainty in LA: While the Lakers remain a top option, insiders suggest the franchise is pivoting toward a future centered on Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves, leaving LeBron James’ status as the team's primary focus in doubt. High-Profile Suitors: The Warriors, Cavaliers, Knicks, Nuggets and Clippers...

DHJ Quick Take Franchise Record: Klay Thompson surpassed Tim Hardaway Jr. for the most three-pointers made off the bench in a single season in Dallas Mavericks history during Friday’s win over the Portland Trail Blazers. Historic Pace: With 189 triples on the season, Thompson is 11 shy of his 11th...

DHJ Quick Take The "Determined" Pursuit: The Golden State Warriors made a strong push for Los Angeles Clippers star Kawhi Leonard at the 2026 trade deadline and are expected to revisit trade talks this offseason. Rebuild in LA: After trading James Harden and Ivica Zubac, the Clippers are officially in...

James Harden is expected to sign a two-year deal with the Cleveland Cavaliers this offseason, per Cavaliers Nation. Harden is expected to decline his player option for next season and re-sign with the Cavaliers, who acquired the NBA legend from the Los Angeles Clippers on February 4. A top 75 player of...

The Orlando Magic are expected to aggressively pursue a trade for Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo this offseason, according to Kirk Goldsberry of The Ringer. Milwaukee and Antetokounmpo will likely part ways this offseason and Orlando wants to acquire the future Hall of Famer. "I actually heard there’s a mystery team," Goldsberry...

Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks are expected to part ways this summer, per Sam Amick of The Athletic. Antetokounmpo and the Bucks are no longer on the same page. "Never mind that Giannis Antetokounmpo has a long and legendary reputation of playing through pain, or that the Bucks never...