Last Word On Pro Basketball

Recent reports have indicated the New Orleans Pelicans will likely move on from starting center Jonas Valanciunas after three seasons. According to HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto, the Pelicans do not consider Valanciunas the best center in a Zion Williamson-led offense. There’s a sense Jonas Valanciunas won’t return as a Pelican this offseason in free agency, I’m told. Valanciunas … [Read more...] about Odds for New Orleans Pelicans Starter’s Next Team Revealed

After their request to interview Milwaukee Bucks general manager Jon Horst was denied, the Detroit Pistons quickly changed course in their search for a president of basketball operations. Pistons’ Frontrunners for Renewed President Role, Revealed Looking to fill the role for the first time since 2018, the Pistons have homed in on four executives that could get their … [Read more...] about Pistons’ Frontrunners for Renewed President Role, Revealed

It’s been discussed. Perhaps not enough. Not early enough. But when taking in the landscape of the 2024 NBA Playoffs, there’s a common theme. Most of the teams left standing are led by stars from the new generation. The players that fans are used to seeing dominate in the playoffs —LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and Kevin Durant —are all at home, vacationing early. In fact, … [Read more...] about 2024 NBA Playoffs: Mavs’ Star Hypes Up Rise of New Generation

According to Evan Dammarell of Right Down Euclid, Cleveland Cavaliers big man Jarrett Allen may be on the move this summer. Per Dammarell, the Sacramento Kings, Oklahoma City Thunder, and New Orleans Pelicans are all expected to pursue Allen should he become available in the offseason. “The general vibe across the league according to sources is that Allen and Garland are the … [Read more...] about Three NBA Teams May Pursue Cleveland Cavaliers Big Man

Following their playoff exit in the first round, rumors of an impending split between the New Orleans Pelicans and star forward Brandon Ingram have surfaced. Recently, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype reported that the former Los Angeles Lakers forward “is considered the most likely player to be traded by rival executives.” Much of this has to do with Ingram entering the final year … [Read more...] about New Orleans Pelicans Unwilling to Give Star a Max Extension?