June 2020 Basketball Wiretap

Daimion Collins Commits To Kentucky

Oct 31, 2020 10:02 PM

Daimion Collins announced his commitment to Kentucky on Saturday.

A 6-foot-10 power forward, Collins is ranked No. 24 for the 2021 class by ESPN.

Collins picked the Wildcats over Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas and Texas Tech.

"I like how their players have developed. Me playing with and against great players, hopefully it will make me a great player. I am ready for the challenge," said Collins.

Kentucky now has three pledges for the 2021 class. 

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Tags: Daimion Collins, Kentucky Wildcats, NCAA, NCAA Commitment

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Raptors Discuss Using Newark's Prudential Center As Temporary Home Next Season

Oct 31, 2020 9:53 PM

The Toronto Raptors have discussed playing at the Prudential Center in Newark next season, sources told Stefan Bondy of the New York Daily News.

The league prefers Newark as the Raptors' temporary home next season due to its proximity to their division rivals and a desire to limit traveling. 

The Knicks, Nets, 76ers, Celtics, and Wizards are all within 225 miles of the Prudential Center. 

The Raptors have also discussed playing in Tampa Bay and Nashville, according to sources.

Stefan Bondy/New York Daily News

Tags: Toronto Raptors, NBA, NBA Misc Rumor

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Bob Beyer To Join Pelicans Coaching Staff

Oct 31, 2020 5:25 PM

Bob Beyer will join Stan Van Gundy's coaching staff with the New Orleans Pelicans, sources told Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN.

Beyer was with the Kings last season.

Beyer has previously worked with Van Gundy with the Magic and Pistons.

Adrian Wojnarowski/ESPN

Tags: New Orleans Pelicans, NBA, NBA B-Ball IQ

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Raptors To Fully Cooperate In Terence Davis Investigation

Oct 31, 2020 5:06 PM

The Toronto Raptors announced that they will fully cooperate with the NBA's investigation of Terence Davis.

Davis was arrested in New York on several charges, including assaulting his girlfriend.

"Incidents of this kind are addressed and managed by the league through the joint NBA-NBPA policy on domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse.

"The Toronto Raptors take these issues very seriously, and we will fully cooperate and support the League in its investigation of this matter as we work to determine the appropriate next steps for our team," announced the team in a statement.

Davis' lawyer says that his client denies all charges. 

Davis' court date is set for December 11th. 

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Tags: Terence Davis, Toronto Raptors, NBA

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Cavs 'Intend To Hit The Gas A Little Bit' On Rebuild

Oct 31, 2020 2:58 PM

The Cleveland Cavaliers are looking to start competing in the near future, sources told Brian Windhorst of ESPN.

"The Cavs, who have sort of been at the bottom, from what I have understand, intend to move up. They intend to hit the gas a little bit," reported Windhorst (h/t to Pro Basketball Talk). 

The team currently has the fifth pick in the upcoming draft.

J.B. Bickerstaff recently said that he plans on having Andre Drummond for the future

Drummond has a $28.7 million player option for next season.

Brian Windhorst/ESPN

Tags: Cleveland Cavaliers, NBA, NBA Misc Rumor

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Rick Pitino To Coach Greece At Olympic Qualifying Tournament

Oct 31, 2020 2:44 PM

Rick Pitino will coach Greece at the Olympic qualifying tournament, Pitino told Marc Stein of The New York Times.

Pitino, currently the coach of Iona, was named the head coach of Greece last year.

The Olympic qualifying tournament between 16 countries will be held from June 29th to July 4th.

The NBA is currently pushing for a December 22nd start date to finish the season before the Olympics.

The league reportedly estimates "significant financial turmoil" should the season compete with the Olympics for television ratings. 

Marc Stein/The New York Times

Tags: National, National Olympics

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Mac McClung Eligible To Play For Texas Tech This Season

Oct 31, 2020 2:33 PM

Texas Tech guard Mac McClung will be eligible to play this season after receiving a transfer waiver.

McClung transferred from Georgetown last May.

McClung averaged 15.7 points and 2.4 assists last season at Georgetown.

The guard could fight for a starting spot with Texas Tech this upcoming season.

Jeff Borzello/ESPN

Tags: Mac McClung, Texas Tech Red Raiders, NCAA, NCAA Transfer

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Some Agents Were 'Unhappy' With Pro Day Televised On ESPN2

Oct 31, 2020 1:33 PM

Some agents were unhappy with the Rich Paul-inspired Pro Day that was televised Thursday night on ESPN2, sources told Marc Berman of the New York Post.

The event featured workouts with two Paul clients in Tyrese Maxey and Anthony Edwards, which agents thought was "unwarranted exposure" for Paul's clients.

“I was able to show I can knock down my outside shot consistently — catch-and-shoot, off the move — and I was able to show my conditioning because nobody has seen me because of COVID-19,’’ said Maxey of his Pro Day.

The Knicks were watching the Pro Day, sources told Berman.

“If anyone passes on him in a certain range, it’s going to be like the Jamal thing, the Tyler (Herro) thing,’’ said John Calipari of Maxey.

NBA insiders reportedly fear that the Knicks could be a pipeline team for Kentucky players

Marc Berman/New York Post

Tags: Tyrese Maxey, Anthony Edwards, NBA, NBA NBA Draft, NBA Draft Workouts

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Tyler Bey Reportedly Sets Combine Record For Forwards With 43.5 Inch Max Vertical

Oct 31, 2020 1:16 PM

Colorado's Tyler Bey reportedly set an NBA combine record for forwards with a 43.5" max vertical, sources told Jonathan Wasserman of Bleacher Report.

Bey also measured 6'6" without shoes, with a 7'1.25" wingspan.

Bey is currently ranked the No. 28 Best Available player by ESPN, and No. 7 overall at power forward.

Bey averaged 13.8 points and 9.0 rebounds last season at Colorado.

Jonathan Wasserman/Bleacher Report

Tags: Tyler Bey, NBA, NBA NBA Draft, NBA Draft Workouts

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Caleb Houstan Becomes Highest Ranked Michigan Commit Since 2007

Oct 31, 2020 12:53 PM

Five-star recruit Caleb Houstan announced his commitment to Michigan.

Houstan, the No. 10 ranked player in the 2021 class, is the highest ranked Michigan commit since at least 2007.

Originally in the 2022 class, Houstan reclassified over the summer.

Houston pointed to Juwan Howard's background in the NBA as a deciding factor. 

"He played in the NBA for 19 years and knows what it takes to get there and stay there. I think he can help me both on and off the court and in preparing to get to the next level. I know he's going to push me every single day in order for me to get better and develop as a player."

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Tags: Caleb Houstan, Michigan Wolverines, NCAA, NCAA Commitment

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League Estimates 'Significant Financial Turmoil' If Season Competes With Olympics

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NBA Fears Starting Season In January Could Cost League Up To $1 Billion In Revenue

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NBA, NBPA Agree To Extend CBA Termination Deadline To Nov. 6

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Sam Hinkie Has Ruled Out Ever Working In NBA Again

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Sam Hinkie 'Stoked' For Daryl Morey To Take Over 76ers

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NBA Opens Practice Facilities For Up To 10 Players At A Time

Shams Charania/The Athletic

NBA May Offer Players 50-Game Season If They Push For Jan. 18th Start

Marc Stein/New York Times

76ers Hire Brian Adams As Assistant Coach

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Nets Hire Mike D'Antoni, Ime Udoka As Assistant Coaches

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LaMelo Ball Reportedly 'Not Performing Very Well' During Interviews

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Sam Cassell Expected To Join Doc Rivers In Philadelphia

Adam Hermann/NBC Sports Philadelphia

NBA Will Either Start 20-21 Season On Dec. 22nd Or Jan. 18th

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NBA, NBPA Likely To Push Back CBA Opt-Out Deadline By A Few Days

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Hollinger & Duncan: NBA’s December Restart Proposal; Morey in Philly; 2021 Playoff Picture; Your Questions

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Bradley Beal Not Bothered By Teams Calling Wizards On Trade

Drew Shiller/NBC Sports

Malik Beasley Charged With Fifth Degree Drug Possession, Threat Of Violence

Shams Charania/The Athletic

No First Round Picks Expected To Be Sold Despite Drop In Revenues

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Jeff Van Gundy's Houston Candidacy Likely Lacked Support From Harden, Westbrook

Tim MacMahon/ESPN

Rockets Emphatically Uninterested In James Harden For Ben Simmons Trade With 76ers

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Wolves Meet With LaMelo Ball

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