The Knicks re-signed Precious Achiuwa to a one-year deal on Tuesday. The next order of business for the front office could be a contract extension for Julius Randle, but neither side is in a rush to get it done, according to Ian Begley of SNY TV (Twitter video link). “I don’t believe it’s at the forefront for either party, so it would take a major shift in thinking on both … [Read more...] about Eastern Notes: Randle, Pistons, Raptors’ Camp, Ware
Signed Second-Rounders To Count Against Cap As Of Wednesday
Between July 1 and July 30 of each NBA league year, a player signed using the second-round pick exception doesn’t count toward his team’s cap, but that changes as of July 31. Beginning on Wednesday, each of the second-rounders signed using that exception will begin carrying 2024/25 cap hits. [RELATED: 2024 NBA Draft Pick Signings] Twenty-eight of the NBA’s 30 teams are … [Read more...] about Signed Second-Rounders To Count Against Cap As Of Wednesday
Coaches, Scouts, Execs Weigh In On NBA Offseason Moves
While there are still some noteworthy free agents who have yet to find new teams, we’re currently in a relatively slow period for NBA transactions, as most teams have a pretty good idea of what their rosters will look like ahead of the 2024/25 season. With that in mind, Tim Bontemps of ESPN (subscription required) recently spoke to 18 NBA coaches, scouts and executives to … [Read more...] about Coaches, Scouts, Execs Weigh In On NBA Offseason Moves
Pistons Notes: Holland, Cap Room, Potapenko, Roster Upgrades
The Pistons have used a rookie in their opening-night starting lineup for the past four seasons, but Ron Holland isn’t likely to continue that tradition, Omari Sankofa II of The Detroit Free Press writes in a mailbag column. Holland was a high lottery pick — like Killian Hayes, Cade Cunningham, Jaden Ivey and Ausar Thompson — but he may not have an opportunity to contribute … [Read more...] about Pistons Notes: Holland, Cap Room, Potapenko, Roster Upgrades
Might Leave Roster Spot Open
The Pistons have an open roster spot but that doesn’t mean they will fill it anytime soon, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press writes. They could sign one of the better remaining free agents on the market — Tyus Jones, Markelle Fultz, Luke Kennard or Isaac Okoro — but they could just leave the spot open to facilitate a trade where they could acquire more future … [Read more...] about Might Leave Roster Spot Open