2027 NBA Season

[OgNasty]

I was a bit surprised to learn that the Utah Jazz are buying out Jordan Clarkson’s contract after not being able to find anyone to trade for him. He must’ve let himself go or something. A couple years ago he was an athletic monster on a good contract… Might he be a candidate to get signed for the league minimum by the Lakers?

[livingfree]

I was reading about the M.Beasley detention and how he was involved in gambling activities.

When i always read something like this in any sport i really cant believe, how you cant be this idiot?

I mean you won a ton of money in your normal job as a basketball player why do you need to gamble? Are you sick or silly?

They don't learn from the first ones that have been involved in gambling activities and betting against themselves or their teams.

Idiotic move that will lose their career forever while many aspires to be on their positions, they've wasted their career and better future for that.

Well, if they've won millions there, they will still be fined I think or if not, it's never been a good idea to do that while playing for the league.

[LogitechMouse]

I was a bit surprised to learn that the Utah Jazz are buying out Jordan Clarkson’s contract after not being able to find anyone to trade for him. He must’ve let himself go or something. A couple years ago he was an athletic monster on a good contract… Might he be a candidate to get signed for the league minimum by the Lakers?

He averaged 16.2 PPG with around 3 APG and 3 RPG last regular season. I still believe that he can be a valuable role player in any team so I don't see the reason why there are no other teams that wanted him.

Now that he got bought out, other teams will try to get him at a much lower salary, and I expect that it will happen. League minimum by the Lakers? What they need now is a center, and not a guard like Clarkson, and I'd rather see them pursuing Ayton or other centers out there than him.

[Maslate]

I think a lot of teams would still be interested in Clarkson. The drop in his production is mainly because Utah has become a messy team, they keep experimenting with their younger players, and Clarkson hasn’t been getting the minutes he deserves. Even Lauri hasn't been as impactful lately, so it might be better for both of them to move on.

Clarkson might end up signing a minimum contract somewhere, but if he can show his true potential again, that could open the door for a better deal in the future. And if Reaves ends up leaving, maybe the Lakers would be a great landing spot for Clarkson.

[OgNasty]

The Denver Nuggets are trading Michael Porter Jr to the Nets for Cam Johnson. This seems like a salary dump move as Porter is the better player… This is what management warned about. They can’t afford to keep the Nuggets together and keep Jokic. Their dynasty run is officially over.

[btc_angela]

True, but there are some eagle eyes fans who said that Malik might have been doing it for years like when he was still with the Wolves. There was one game that it's just 5 seconds and it should be officially over as their opponents is way ahead.

But then Malik scored in that last 5 seconds to cut the lead and maybe fans are speculating that his bets is on the line that time that's why even if it customary that no team should score because the game has been decided already. But Malik didn't stop and dunk the ball on their court to cut the lead of their opponents.

Very suspicious of him to do that.

Let’s just wait for the results of the investigation. We all know that there was already one player banned from the NBA because of this, Jontay Porter was banned last year for violating league rules, and Malik is now being accused of something similar. It’s unfortunate because Malik had a solid season with the Pistons, and if this proven, its not only his reputation is at risk, but the reputation of the NBA as well.

Yeah, that is the brother of former Denver Nuggets Michael Porter Jr who have been traded as per @OgNasty.

But in the case of Malik, I will say that if there's no smoke, there's no fire. Which means that the NBA has a good evidence and they could have been gathering more evidences. Just like when they busted the referee before.

He has no where to hide his guilt of betting on games that he officiates. Although it makes us wonder that maybe someone close to Malik might have leak this to the NBA that's why he was now being investigated.

[OgNasty]

The moves are coming fast now.  Jordan Clarkson is going to sign with the Knicks. A good pickup for them. Kevin Looney head to the Pelicans with Jordan Poole. Brook Lopez heading to the Clippers. There’s even some talk that LeBron could be on the move as crazy as that sounds…

[AHOYBRAUSE]

The Denver Nuggets are trading Michael Porter Jr to the Nets for Cam Johnson. This seems like a salary dump move as Porter is the better player… This is what management warned about. They can’t afford to keep the Nuggets together and keep Jokic. Their dynasty run is officially over.

Porter Jr has one of the worst contracts in the league so sending him away was essential for them to stay competitive. Now they can actually get some role players that make sense.

The moves are coming fast now.  Jordan Clarkson is going to sign with the Knicks. A good pickup for them. Kevin Looney head to the Pelicans with Jordan Poole. Brook Lopez heading to the Clippers. There’s even some talk that LeBron could be on the move as crazy as that sounds…

It's about time we see the wheels turning. Until now there like only 1 man traded a day but now it's starting.  Yesterday I also saw a video about Lebron, cause he is chasing another ring. Sure he can help a team but he also is paid a lot of money, still. Not sure if teams want to spend 52 million/year for a 40 year old.

[cryptomaniac_xxx]

The moves are coming fast now.  Jordan Clarkson is going to sign with the Knicks. A good pickup for them. Kevin Looney head to the Pelicans with Jordan Poole. Brook Lopez heading to the Clippers. There’s even some talk that LeBron could be on the move as crazy as that sounds…

It's good to see that JC still has a team next season. Really hard to imagine him not playing though, I mean obviously he has a lot of highlights in his career with the Lakers. But his career prosper when he was with the Utah Jazz, winning 6th man of the year and we thought that the team during that time was really one of the best with Mitchell as their leader.

Great addition for the Knicks, they needed another tough player in Clarkson and I think he will be a good fit with the New York. As for Porter Jr, his game really decline this season and deteriorated, and with the salary cap of Nuggets, they really need to offload someone. And they will reunite with Bruce Brown for 1 year contract.

[Ziskinberg]

The moves are coming fast now.  Jordan Clarkson is going to sign with the Knicks. A good pickup for them. Kevin Looney head to the Pelicans with Jordan Poole. Brook Lopez heading to the Clippers. There’s even some talk that LeBron could be on the move as crazy as that sounds…

It's good to see that JC still has a team next season. Really hard to imagine him not playing though, I mean obviously he has a lot of highlights in his career with the Lakers. But his career prosper when he was with the Utah Jazz, winning 6th man of the year and we thought that the team during that time was really one of the best with Mitchell as their leader.

Great addition for the Knicks, they needed another tough player in Clarkson and I think he will be a good fit with the New York. As for Porter Jr, his game really decline this season and deteriorated, and with the salary cap of Nuggets, they really need to offload someone. And they will reunite with Bruce Brown for 1 year contract.

The Knicks would actually be a great landing spot. They already have a player like Brunson who can create his own shots, and Clarkson fits that mold too. He’s crafty, hard to guard, and would be a huge asset off the bench.

If he joins the second unit, he could be very effective. Now’s the time for him to step up. The Knicks are likely playoff-bound again next season, which gives Clarkson solid exposure as long as he stays healthy. Contribution won’t be an issue, especially with the right coach giving him the minutes he deserves.

[Yaunfitda]

The moves are coming fast now.  Jordan Clarkson is going to sign with the Knicks. A good pickup for them. Kevin Looney head to the Pelicans with Jordan Poole. Brook Lopez heading to the Clippers. There’s even some talk that LeBron could be on the move as crazy as that sounds…

It's good to see that JC still has a team next season. Really hard to imagine him not playing though, I mean obviously he has a lot of highlights in his career with the Lakers. But his career prosper when he was with the Utah Jazz, winning 6th man of the year and we thought that the team during that time was really one of the best with Mitchell as their leader.

Great addition for the Knicks, they needed another tough player in Clarkson and I think he will be a good fit with the New York. As for Porter Jr, his game really decline this season and deteriorated, and with the salary cap of Nuggets, they really need to offload someone. And they will reunite with Bruce Brown for 1 year contract.

The Knicks would actually be a great landing spot. They already have a player like Brunson who can create his own shots, and Clarkson fits that mold too. He’s crafty, hard to guard, and would be a huge asset off the bench.

If he joins the second unit, he could be very effective. Now’s the time for him to step up. The Knicks are likely playoff-bound again next season, which gives Clarkson solid exposure as long as he stays healthy. Contribution won’t be an issue, especially with the right coach giving him the minutes he deserves.

He'd be most likely be coming off the bench, although the Knicks looks like a defensive team, but with the addition of Clarkson, it could be that they are going to be very explosive next year. For sure Clarkson can step up, we have seen him at Utah becoming their second option in offense. And if he is given enough exposure, then maybe he could be another great season for him and maybe won the six man of the year by any chance. I did check his social media and he already thank the city of Utah for embracing him during his stint so best of luck to him next season for the Knicks.

[danherbias07]

The moves are coming fast now.  Jordan Clarkson is going to sign with the Knicks. A good pickup for them. Kevin Looney head to the Pelicans with Jordan Poole. Brook Lopez heading to the Clippers. There’s even some talk that LeBron could be on the move as crazy as that sounds…

Clarkson at Knicks. Wow! Fans are welcoming him with joyful comments.

Knicks Fans Delighted To Sign Jordan Clarkson Following $14.2 Million Jazz Buyout: "Desperate Need Has Been Filled"

Jordan Clarkson, the 11-year veteran in the NBA, reportedly intends to sign with the Knicks after he clears his waivers with the Jazz. He was expected to earn $14.2 million in the 2025-26 season, but both parties have mutually agreed to part ways, and now Clarkson is headed to New York to join the Knicks.

Now that he got bought out, other teams will try to get him at a much lower salary, and I expect that it will happen. League minimum by the Lakers? What they need now is a center, and not a guard like Clarkson, and I'd rather see them pursuing Ayton or other centers out there than him.

I don't think the Knicks are pursuing a big-name center because they will have a problem with their salary cap. They need cheap contracts like with Clarkson, and they will be using the run-and-gun plays, which were working for them.
They can always just use KAT for under-the-rim defense, and Josh Hart can always take care of the rebounds.

[avp2306]

The moves are coming fast now.  Jordan Clarkson is going to sign with the Knicks. A good pickup for them. Kevin Looney head to the Pelicans with Jordan Poole. Brook Lopez heading to the Clippers. There’s even some talk that LeBron could be on the move as crazy as that sounds…

Clarkson at Knicks. Wow! Fans are welcoming him with joyful comments.

Knicks Fans Delighted To Sign Jordan Clarkson Following $14.2 Million Jazz Buyout: "Desperate Need Has Been Filled"

This is great news for Knicks man Clarkson is quality addition for their team.

Now they have solid 2nd unit player and for sure that he can contribute a lot for Knicks. JC made a lot of good contribution on Jazz and became vital player on their rotation. So provably he can do the same and make Knicks more dangerous team to defeat.


Also a sad day for Warriors, Looney is departing on their team and he sign on https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25142790-kevon-looney-reportedly-agrees-16m-pelicans-contract-won-3-titles-warriors

This is crazy and I thought he would last for more long years in Warriors knowing he's so useful on their rotation. But this already happen and now Looney and Poole team up together again on Pelicans.

[LogitechMouse]

The Denver Nuggets are trading Michael Porter Jr to the Nets for Cam Johnson. This seems like a salary dump move as Porter is the better player… This is what management warned about. They can’t afford to keep the Nuggets together and keep Jokic. Their dynasty run is officially over.

Kind of a salary dump because they overpaid MPJ too much. They gave him a max contract only to not reach their expectations. For me, this is the win for the day when it comes to trades and acquisition. I mean this is a major upgrade for the team. You have a player that's good on both ends. Johnson's a good 3-and-D player - a thing that many teams want. Aside from that, they also got Bruce Brown back. The guy who had a big role when they won a title.

I guess it's good that Jokic is very vocal to say that the Nuggets aren't a championship contender team last season because the management are forced to make major adjustments for the betterment of the team.

Also a sad day for Warriors, Looney is departing on their team and he sign on https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25142790-kevon-looney-reportedly-agrees-16m-pelicans-contract-won-3-titles-warriors

This is crazy and I thought he would last for more long years in Warriors knowing he's so useful on their rotation. But this already happen and now Looney and Poole team up together again on Pelicans.

As a Warrior fan, it's sad to see him going out of Golden State, but it's part of the business, and maybe they want to develop Quentin Post and Trayce Jackson-Davis as they're younger than him hence, they traded him. Maybe salary issues is one reason why they traded him.

Whatever the reason is, I just hope that Poole and Looney will be happy in New Orleans now alongside Williamson and Murray.

[Russlenat]

Also a sad day for Warriors, Looney is departing on their team and he sign on https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25142790-kevon-looney-reportedly-agrees-16m-pelicans-contract-won-3-titles-warriors

This is crazy and I thought he would last for more long years in Warriors knowing he's so useful on their rotation. But this already happen and now Looney and Poole team up together again on Pelicans.

That’s actually good for him as he’s getting a bigger salary compared to what he was earning with the Warriors. And we’ve clearly seen that he’s barely being used anymore, probably because the Warriors have adjusted their rotation since Butler arrived.

There are also rumors that Giannis might be traded to the Warriors, and if that happens, they’ll have even less need for a big man like Looney. So in the end, it’s a win for him to move on and secure a better deal.

[Shinpako09]

As a Warriors fan, it’s sad to see Looney leave and sign with another team. It also looks like they won’t be bringing GP2 back. On the bright side, they’re at least showing interest in getting a big man, specifically Al Horford. Statistically, he’s better than Looney, but personally, I think they should’ve gone for Capela or Brook Lopez instead. If they fail to sign Horford, who will be their center? Draymond Green? Quentin Post? Only if they can train Post to become a legit center. Oh, and there’s also Kuminga, who might end up with another team. Honestly, the Warriors are just wasting Kuminga. At least he might improve elsewhere if given decent playing time.

[OgNasty]

After failing to sign Brook Lopez and Clint Capela, the Lakers are still trying to set their sights on a new center.  With Myles Turner expected to resign with Indiana now, the only big man they are showing interest in signing at the moment is DeAndre Ayton.  I think Ayton would be a good pickup for them and you don't have many opportunities to get a former number 1 pick on a good contract so I think it is likely to happen.  They can't afford to wait much longer as there aren't many quality big men left available to be signed in free agency.

[Oasisman]

After failing to sign Brook Lopez and Clint Capela, the Lakers are still trying to set their sights on a new center.  With Myles Turner expected to resign with Indiana now, the only big man they are showing interest in signing at the moment is DeAndre Ayton.  I think Ayton would be a good pickup for them and you don't have many opportunities to get a former number 1 pick on a good contract so I think it is likely to happen.  They can't afford to wait much longer as there aren't many quality big men left available to be signed in free agency.

Well, I kinda expect some big and crazy moves from the Lakers any time soon. Yes, they are looking for a legit big man and it looks like it's difficult for them to pick up someone in the free agency at this current situation. DeAndre Ayton was good, but I don't think he'll make any difference for the Lakers. So, I am expecting some big names in the trade talks and deals soon and yeah, I was thinking about LeBron and maybe the Cavs.

[OgNasty]

After failing to sign Brook Lopez and Clint Capela, the Lakers are still trying to set their sights on a new center.  With Myles Turner expected to resign with Indiana now, the only big man they are showing interest in signing at the moment is DeAndre Ayton.  I think Ayton would be a good pickup for them and you don't have many opportunities to get a former number 1 pick on a good contract so I think it is likely to happen.  They can't afford to wait much longer as there aren't many quality big men left available to be signed in free agency.

Well, I kinda expect some big and crazy moves from the Lakers any time soon. Yes, they are looking for a legit big man and it looks like it's difficult for them to pick up someone in the free agency at this current situation. DeAndre Ayton was good, but I don't think he'll make any difference for the Lakers. So, I am expecting some big names in the trade talks and deals soon and yeah, I was thinking about LeBron and maybe the Cavs.

I think it would probably be a good business move to trade LeBron and I'm betting the Dallas Mavericks would pay anything to get him and form a super squad (they have a pretty nice one already).  Maybe the Lakers can get Dallas to trade Cooper Flagg from LeBron.  LOL

I'm not sure the Lakers would actually trade LeBron though if I am being totally honest.  One great thing they did for Kobe was never deal him.  Even after he was injured and the team was heading down a path to irrelevance.  They still kept him and were loyal.  Trading LeBron might cost them that loyal label, and I don't think that's worth saving 50 million dollars for them.

[Mr. Magkaisa]

After failing to sign Brook Lopez and Clint Capela, the Lakers are still trying to set their sights on a new center.  With Myles Turner expected to resign with Indiana now, the only big man they are showing interest in signing at the moment is DeAndre Ayton.  I think Ayton would be a good pickup for them and you don't have many opportunities to get a former number 1 pick on a good contract so I think it is likely to happen.  They can't afford to wait much longer as there aren't many quality big men left available to be signed in free agency.

Well, I kinda expect some big and crazy moves from the Lakers any time soon. Yes, they are looking for a legit big man and it looks like it's difficult for them to pick up someone in the free agency at this current situation. DeAndre Ayton was good, but I don't think he'll make any difference for the Lakers. So, I am expecting some big names in the trade talks and deals soon and yeah, I was thinking about LeBron and maybe the Cavs.

I think it would probably be a good business move to trade LeBron and I'm betting the Dallas Mavericks would pay anything to get him and form a super squad (they have a pretty nice one already).  Maybe the Lakers can get Dallas to trade Cooper Flagg from LeBron.  LOL

I'm not sure the Lakers would actually trade LeBron though if I am being totally honest.  One great thing they did for Kobe was never deal him.  Even after he was injured and the team was heading down a path to irrelevance.  They still kept him and were loyal.  Trading LeBron might cost them that loyal label, and I don't think that's worth saving 50 million dollars for them.

I am a Lebron fan since day 1 of King james. But i will agree that the Lakers should trade LBJ to get better player/s for the future.
Lebron can still play and have a good stats for now and we saw that last season. But the future can go bigger in exchange of 1-2 years with LBJ.

LBJ can play PF  for the CAVS, The LA can get 2 good players in exchange.