2024 NBA Season

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Reports are coming out stating that James Harden is done in a Sixers uniform. Apparently he has had some disagreements with the GM of the Sixers and doesn’t want to play in Philly anymore. Shocker, Harden and Kyrie Irving can’t find places to be happy… People close to Harden are saying he has his heart set on playing for the Clippers this season.

This guy is just ridiculous.

He chose his player option to basically stay in Philly but now he hates it AGAIN and wants to go. He had the choice to become a free agent. These clowns are having contracts they signed. How dare them requested trade after trade. There should be a rule that teams may terminate contracts if players do that.

Players expect to get paid, so the team can expect performance and not some diva behaviour.  3 trade requests in 3 years, when will teams finally wake up and give him a minimum contract, he is not worth the trouble in my eyes.

Yes its the way their are, not matter what they claim their are, they dont have any modesty. They are 100% Ego, and they want like a crybaby all in the way they want, and if this its not happening they start to make this things.

Really sad to see so good players wasted for this behavior.

I was about to write similar things to these thoughts. I am so sick of these divas acting out like this. Enough is enough. I am not so sure and knowledgeable in this issue but the contracts of players are too player-sided, as far as I know from a youtube video. That is why they can act like this. James Harden and Kyrie Irving are the biggest and maybe Durant is after them about these trade drama. If I was a team owner or GM, I would rather just go to a rebuild instead of dealing with these people. Anyway, I don't think these three players can get any title from now on anyways.

[inthelongrun]

Reports are coming out stating that James Harden is done in a Sixers uniform. Apparently he has had some disagreements with the GM of the Sixers and doesn’t want to play in Philly anymore. Shocker, Harden and Kyrie Irving can’t find places to be happy… People close to Harden are saying he has his heart set on playing for the Clippers this season.

I've seen the news about Clippers too. There's a pretty good squad there, I think Harden can play very well on a team like this. The Clippers are negotiating with a few more players, if they can continue to strengthen the roster, we will see a very good team in the Playoffs. This may be why Harden is so insistent on the Clippers

It is surprising because Harden mentioned before that he is happy in Philly and I believe it. The disagreement caused him to demand another trade. Honestly, the Clippers on paper are a great team but I am losing hope in Kawhi Leonard's ability to play a complete season or the playoffs. And just like Portland's approach to Lillard's trade demand, Philly will also shop Harden to other teams in case they can get better returns in this trade.

I felt bad for Embiid here, the current MVP lost an important teammate and there is no assurance that they will get another star player for Harden's replacement.

[FanEagle]

Watching both of Wemby's games, I can state that of course there are weakness to his play and there are strong sides. The positive part is that he is a 7'5 I guess player and he can dribble the ball like a point guard, that's a rare thing to find and definitely does resemble Kevin Durant a bit, but even taller to be fair. That is a great thing, he can shoot the ball, score, and dribble and make his own shot and to be at that height and do that is a giant achievement.

The negative is that he forced his shots, maybe it was due to being summer league and players around him weren't all that amazing, but he should have passed a bit more, forcing his shots never made sense. On defense he is an elite help defender thanks to his size, but when posted up, it becomes an issue.

[wheelz1200]

Reports are coming out stating that James Harden is done in a Sixers uniform. Apparently he has had some disagreements with the GM of the Sixers and doesn’t want to play in Philly anymore. Shocker, Harden and Kyrie Irving can’t find places to be happy… People close to Harden are saying he has his heart set on playing for the Clippers this season.

I've seen the news about Clippers too. There's a pretty good squad there, I think Harden can play very well on a team like this. The Clippers are negotiating with a few more players, if they can continue to strengthen the roster, we will see a very good team in the Playoffs. This may be why Harden is so insistent on the Clippers

I mean a backcourt with Harden amd russ in it what can go wrong lol.  Not that I'm not a fan of either but that seems like fitting a square in a round hole, some things don't make sense and this wouldn't be one of them.  If they made that happen that literally will be the outcome of just throwing stars together to see if they can male it work. Harden isn't the answer for the clips.

[MK-74]

NBA management accepted the Chicago Bulls' offer. Lonzo Ball will not play officially next season!
Lonzo Ball will receive just $10.2 million next season.
It's a bad situation for Lonzo Ball's career.

[harizen]

NBA management accepted the Chicago Bulls' offer. Lonzo Ball will not play officially next season!
Lonzo Ball will receive just $10.2 million next season.
It's a bad situation for Lonzo Ball's career.

Just a clarification, Lonzo Ball's current contract with the Chicago Bulls remains as it is.

The $10.2 Million is not Lonzo's salary next season but rather NBA allows the Chicago Bulls to use an extra $10.2M over the allowed salary cap space of the team to fill Lonzo's absence this season. In a much simpler explanation, the Bulls can sign another player, either they will fish on the free agency or trade their player that is currently on the final contract. However, they can only give a 1-year deal agreement to that player.

Honestly, that was a big help for the Chicago Bulls to somehow fill what Lonzo's left. I hope they will be able to land a good role player that can blend well into the current roster. It's not a secret that Lonzo is a big help for the Chicago Bulls prior to the injury and really blends well with their main cast e.g DeMar DeRozan, Zach Lavine, Nikola Vucevic, Alex Caruso, etc.

[dwyane36]

NBA management accepted the Chicago Bulls' offer. Lonzo Ball will not play officially next season!
Lonzo Ball will receive just $10.2 million next season.
It's a bad situation for Lonzo Ball's career.

I think the Bulls made the only right decision by applying for a Disabled Player Exception because it will allow them to sign a free agent who can probably partially compensate for the loss of Lonzo. Anyway, it's certainly not good for Lonzo because his NBA career will likely be over soon. At least, I don't really believe that he will be able to get back to his former playing shape after such an injury and multiple surgeries.

[EFS]

I think the Bulls made the only right decision by applying for a Disabled Player Exception because it will allow them to sign a free agent who can probably partially compensate for the loss of Lonzo. Anyway, it's certainly not good for Lonzo because his NBA career will likely be over soon. At least, I don't really believe that he will be able to get back to his former playing shape after such an injury and multiple surgeries.

He had a 4-year $85 million contract but he will miss whole next season so it was the only choice for Bulls. Knee injuries have career-ending effect. I don't think he could play at NBA level even if he got better after not playing for 2 seasons. The career of a promising young player has come to an end. Bulls have made room in the salary cap, they can get a new player but difficult days continue for Ball.

[MK-74]

NBA management accepted the Chicago Bulls' offer. Lonzo Ball will not play officially next season!
Lonzo Ball will receive just $10.2 million next season.
It's a bad situation for Lonzo Ball's career.

Just a clarification, Lonzo Ball's current contract with the Chicago Bulls remains as it is.

The $10.2 Million is not Lonzo's salary next season but rather NBA allows the Chicago Bulls to use an extra $10.2M over the allowed salary cap space of the team to fill Lonzo's absence this season. In a much simpler explanation, the Bulls can sign another player, either they will fish on the free agency or trade their player that is currently on the final contract. However, they can only give a 1-year deal agreement to that player.

Honestly, that was a big help for the Chicago Bulls to somehow fill what Lonzo's left. I hope they will be able to land a good role player that can blend well into the current roster. It's not a secret that Lonzo is a big help for the Chicago Bulls prior to the injury and really blends well with their main cast e.g DeMar DeRozan, Zach Lavine, Nikola Vucevic, Alex Caruso, etc.

Thanks for the correct explanation. I understood differently, I'm sorry about that.
This is a positive situation for the Chicago Bulls. In this way, they can replace Lonzo with someone else.

[OgNasty]

An official offer from Miami for Dame has been made. Tyler Herro and a few draft picks. We’ll see what happens there. The big news of the day out of Miami though is Jimmy Butler hooking up with Shakira. I wonder how that’s going to impact his offseason training. Usually famous women don’t have a positive effect on athletes…

[Yaunfitda]

An official offer from Miami for Dame has been made. Tyler Herro and a few draft picks. We’ll see what happens there. The big news of the day out of Miami though is Jimmy Butler hooking up with Shakira. I wonder how that’s going to impact his offseason training. Usually famous women don’t have a positive effect on athletes…

It's the curse of NBA player falling to famous women and we all know that it's not a great combination. As for the offer of Miami, not sure if that is enough for the Blazers though, I thought they will include other names like Kyle Lowry + Herro + future draft picks.

So yeah, we will see if the Blazers management are going to bite on this offer or will have to work with Miami to include other players.

[MK-74]

An official offer from Miami for Dame has been made. Tyler Herro and a few draft picks. We’ll see what happens there. The big news of the day out of Miami though is Jimmy Butler hooking up with Shakira. I wonder how that’s going to impact his offseason training. Usually famous women don’t have a positive effect on athletes…

I saw the same news.
Miami Heat ready to give Herro + 3 first-round draft picks + 1 young player to Portland.

Shakira and Butler had dinner at a restaurant in London.

[OgNasty]

Shakira and Butler had dinner at a restaurant in London.

I think it’s a little more than that. For them to comment on their relationship I’d say it’s gotten to the point that they’re hanging out quite a bit. It’s been a while since the playoffs, where she was spotted watching the Miami Heat. I’d imagine if they weren’t already hanging out back then, that’s when they exchanged information and have been seeing each other for at least several weeks, not that it matters.

[yahoo62278]

An official offer from Miami for Dame has been made. Tyler Herro and a few draft picks. We’ll see what happens there. The big news of the day out of Miami though is Jimmy Butler hooking up with Shakira. I wonder how that’s going to impact his offseason training. Usually famous women don’t have a positive effect on athletes…

You think Portland accept that? I think they will hold out for another player or pick honestly. They're not going to get much more then that considering Lillards age, but 1 more pick is possible.

Far as Shakira and Butler, good for him. She freaking sexy!!!

[Pamadar]

An official offer from Miami for Dame has been made. Tyler Herro and a few draft picks. We’ll see what happens there. The big news of the day out of Miami though is Jimmy Butler hooking up with Shakira. I wonder how that’s going to impact his offseason training. Usually famous women don’t have a positive effect on athletes…

It's the curse of NBA player falling to famous women and we all know that it's not a great combination. As for the offer of Miami, not sure if that is enough for the Blazers though, I thought they will include other names like Kyle Lowry + Herro + future draft picks.

So yeah, we will see if the Blazers management are going to bite on this offer or will have to work with Miami to include other players.

Same with you. I am also in the impression that aside from Herro, they will also add Robinson or Lowry.

Not sure about that future picks and how Blazers will take that offer, it will be depending on how both managements will
discuss the offer and will close the trade.

We will hear updates regarding to these trades as knowing the Socmed. Some are speculation and some are smoke
that's already giving hints for potential closures.

[avp2306]

An official offer from Miami for Dame has been made. Tyler Herro and a few draft picks. We’ll see what happens there. The big news of the day out of Miami though is Jimmy Butler hooking up with Shakira. I wonder how that’s going to impact his offseason training. Usually famous women don’t have a positive effect on athletes…

It's the curse of NBA player falling to famous women and we all know that it's not a great combination. As for the offer of Miami, not sure if that is enough for the Blazers though, I thought they will include other names like Kyle Lowry + Herro + future draft picks.

So yeah, we will see if the Blazers management are going to bite on this offer or will have to work with Miami to include other players.

Same with you. I am also in the impression that aside from Herro, they will also add Robinson or Lowry.

Not sure about that future picks and how Blazers will take that offer, it will be depending on how both managements will
discuss the offer and will close the trade.

We will hear updates regarding to these trades as knowing the Socmed. Some are speculation and some are smoke
that's already giving hints for potential closures.

Then we shouldn't believe easily on the videos release by social media influencer since they can create false situation just for the views and we can't expect any reliable informations coming from those guys. Only believe when the information came from Shams Charania and  Brian Windhorst since they are reliable guy who delivers good information about possible big news to happen in Nba.

Other than that is just nonsense so better go with the legit personal for reliable news.

[danherbias07]

NBA management accepted the Chicago Bulls' offer. Lonzo Ball will not play officially next season!
Lonzo Ball will receive just $10.2 million next season.
It's a bad situation for Lonzo Ball's career.

Just a clarification, Lonzo Ball's current contract with the Chicago Bulls remains as it is.

The $10.2 Million is not Lonzo's salary next season but rather NBA allows the Chicago Bulls to use an extra $10.2M over the allowed salary cap space of the team to fill Lonzo's absence this season. In a much simpler explanation, the Bulls can sign another player, either they will fish on the free agency or trade their player that is currently on the final contract. However, they can only give a 1-year deal agreement to that player.

+10M without hitting the luxury tax. The NBA usually gives this to teams who will report one of their high-paid players that will be unable to play the whole season. It will definitely be helpful for the Chicago Bulls.

Honestly, that was a big help for the Chicago Bulls to somehow fill what Lonzo's left. I hope they will be able to land a good role player that can blend well into the current roster. It's not a secret that Lonzo is a big help for the Chicago Bulls prior to the injury and really blends well with their main cast e.g DeMar DeRozan, Zach Lavine, Nikola Vucevic, Alex Caruso, etc.

But, I cannot think of a player that would fill that hole. Perhaps they should try Isaiah Thomas, he had been looking for a team to adopt him. It's not like he will sign a contract already, they have like try-outs if I am right.
It's not easy to find a good point guard now, the Chicago Bulls are already filled with offensive players, their big three can do so much on that area, all they need is who will be the playmaker for them.
And, if there's more money left, they should sign a defensive player specialist. They always lack on that part with only Caruso who can stop offensive players. He may need some backup on defense.

[Maslate]

I think the Bulls made the only right decision by applying for a Disabled Player Exception because it will allow them to sign a free agent who can probably partially compensate for the loss of Lonzo. Anyway, it's certainly not good for Lonzo because his NBA career will likely be over soon. At least, I don't really believe that he will be able to get back to his former playing shape after such an injury and multiple surgeries.

He had a 4-year $85 million contract but he will miss whole next season so it was the only choice for Bulls. Knee injuries have career-ending effect. I don't think he could play at NBA level even if he got better after not playing for 2 seasons. The career of a promising young player has come to an end. Bulls have made room in the salary cap, they can get a new player but difficult days continue for Ball.

Lonzo is surely disappointed to his own self because his future in the league is already blurry and even if he will be back again, there's no assurance that he can still play the way he used to do but when it comes to IQ level, Lonzo ball is still an asset. Still, it would be much better if he can pull his own self together as he is indeed a good package that the Bulls can ask for. As of now, time to search for that someone who will fill Lonzo's position for at least 1 year.

[LogitechMouse]

An official offer from Miami for Dame has been made. Tyler Herro and a few draft picks. We’ll see what happens there. The big news of the day out of Miami though is Jimmy Butler hooking up with Shakira. I wonder how that’s going to impact his offseason training. Usually famous women don’t have a positive effect on athletes…

I saw the same news.
Miami Heat ready to give Herro + 3 first-round draft picks + 1 young player to Portland.

Shakira and Butler had dinner at a restaurant in London.

I'm seeing articles online saying that the Blazers are "unmotivated" in trading Lillard to the Heat.

It seems like the initial offer of the Heat which is Herro + 3 first round picks isn't good enough to land Lillard. Some articles also said that the Blazers wanted another first round pick, and a valuable player aside from their first trade package if they wanted Dame. I wonder who will be that "valuable player" that they wanted, and if the Heat really want to add another draft pick to the package. On the other hand, teams who are interested in Lillard before aren't interested anymore because it seems like Dame don't want to play for other teams aside from the Heat. This is a good sign for the Heat, so they just need to fulfill what the Blazers wants if they really wanted to land Dame.

Overall, I don't care about Shakira and Butler meeting, but I'm more excited about which players will the Heat, and Pat Riley give to the Blazers just to get Dame.

[dwyane36]

He had a 4-year $85 million contract but he will miss whole next season so it was the only choice for Bulls. Knee injuries have career-ending effect. I don't think he could play at NBA level even if he got better after not playing for 2 seasons. The career of a promising young player has come to an end. Bulls have made room in the salary cap, they can get a new player but difficult days continue for Ball.

In fact, there are only 2 seasons left on Lonzo's current contract, of which, as you mentioned, the upcoming 23/24 season he will miss entirely due to injury, and the 24/25 season will be a player option. If I correctly understand the terms of this exception, it turns out that the Bulls management can now not only find a replacement for Lonzo but also waive him in the final year of his contract.