Raptors forward Scottie Barnes, Pistons big man Isaiah Stewart and Spurs guard/forward Devin Vassell are in discussions to join Jamaica’s men’s basketball team, reports Daniel Blake of The Jamaica Observer (Twitter link). Clippers wing Norman Powell has already committed to represent Jamaica during the pre-qualifiers for the 2027 FIBA World Cup this summer, as has Timberwolves … [Read more...] about Barnes, Stewart, Vassell Candidates For Jamaican National Team
Eastern Notes: Giannis, Nets, Raptors, Spoelstra, Pistons, Magic
Team personnel around the NBA who have spoken recently to Brian Lewis of The New York Post (subscription required) are expressing less confidence that Giannis Antetokounmpo will ask the Bucks to trade him this summer. “He’s not that guy (to cause trouble),” one source told Lewis. “He’s going to complain, but he isn’t going to actually burn it to the ground and be the bad guy to … [Read more...] about Eastern Notes: Giannis, Nets, Raptors, Spoelstra, Pistons, Magic
Eastern Notes: Scariolo, Heat, Celtics, Ainge, Fontecchio
According to a Eurohoops.net report, the Heat have expressed interest in adding Sergio Scariolo to their coaching staff. Scariolo is currently the head coach of Spain’s national team and served as an assistant coach with the Raptors for three seasons from 2018-21. However, the Miami Herald’s Anthony Chiang hears from a source close to the organization that Scariolo is not a … [Read more...] about Eastern Notes: Scariolo, Heat, Celtics, Ainge, Fontecchio
Pacific Notes: Durant, Lakers, Kings Draft
Kevin Durant is one of the biggest names of the offseason following reports that the Suns‘ 36-year-old star has likely played his last game in Phoenix. With that in mind, Arizona Republic’s Duane Rankin broke down six 2025 playoff teams, what their fit with Durant would look like, and what they could offer as a trade return for the Suns. The first destination Rankin looked at … [Read more...] about Pacific Notes: Durant, Lakers, Kings Draft
Central Notes: Ivey, Bulls, Turner
Pistons guard Jaden Ivey had a very promising 2024/25 season — for the 30 games he was on the floor, at least. Keith Langlois of Pistons.com reviews Ivey’s third pro season and considers what’s next for him, noting that the third-year pro evolved as a jump shooter and a creator under new head coach J.B. Bickerstaff. Across the aforementioned 30 healthy bouts, Ivey averaged 17.6 … [Read more...] about Central Notes: Ivey, Bulls, Turner