Basketball

Pistons, Jazz Only Teams That Can Make Cavaliers’ Isaac Okoro ‘Meaningful Offer’

02/08/2024 Raymond 0

NBA analyst Andy Bailey of Bleacher Report highlights that the Detroit Pistons and Utah Jazz are uniquely positioned to make substantial offers to Cleveland Cavaliers wing Isaac Okoro, who is a restricted free agent. Despite a promising season where he shot 39.1 percent from three-point range and demonstrated strong defensive skills, Okoro remains unsigned over a month into the offseason. The Cavaliers, who drafted him fifth overall in the 2020 NBA Draft, have made several offers deemed fair by the organization, yet Okoro has not committed to any. This leaves his future with Cleveland uncertain, with only the Pistons and Jazz having the cap space to potentially secure his talents.

Warriors GM Offers 4-Word Stance on Klay Thompson’s Free Agency

25/06/2024 Raymond 0

The future of Klay Thompson as a free agent is a looming question for the Golden State Warriors. General manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. expressed the team’s desire to retain Thompson, stating, “We want him back.” Despite this, negotiations between Thompson and the Warriors have stalled, with no discussions or offers currently on the table. Thompson, a five-time All-Star, has averaged 17.9 points per game last season but is considering his options, with teams like the Orlando Magic and Philadelphia 76ers showing interest. Signs suggest Thompson might be looking for a new start, as he has removed references to the Warriors from his social media and there have been hints of negotiation difficulties. Mike Dunleavy acknowledged the challenge of balancing business and personal relationships, emphasizing the need to find a role and financial arrangement that benefits both the franchise and Thompson.

Raptors Draft Watch: Kyle Filipowski’s stylistic fit

19/06/2024 Raymond 0

Filipowski’s ability to protect the rim is another worry, particularly due to his current lack of strength and limited vertical athleticism. Teams drafting him should avoid matchups against dominant centers like Joel Embiid, where Filipowski’s negative wingspan could be exposed. His challenges echo those of past ‘tweener’ bigs like Luka Garza and Drew Timme, who faced difficulty establishing consistent roles despite their skill sets.