Tim Bontemps of ESPN ranks the core trios of every NBA team based on their current and future value. Unsurprisingly, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren of the defending champion Thunder sit atop Bontemps’ tiered list, followed by the Nuggets trio of Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon. Bontemps’ final tier (“rebuilding”) is comprised of the Nets … [Read more...] about And-Ones: Core Trios, MVP, Hayward, NBA App
Wizards Sign Kadary Richmond, Alondes Williams, Waive Leaky Black, Skal Labissiere
The Wizards have finalized the signings of guards Kadary Richmond and Alondes Williams to Exhibit 10 contracts, the team announced (via Twitter). Forward Leaky Black and big man Skal Labissiere, who were also on Exhibit 10 deals, were both waived to make room on the training camp roster. Washington’s agreement with Richmond was first reported following the draft in late June. … [Read more...] about Wizards Sign Kadary Richmond, Alondes Williams, Waive Leaky Black, Skal Labissiere
Wizards Notes: Sarr, Vukcevic, McCollum, Watkins
Five talent evaluators from around the NBA spoke to Josh Robbins of The Athletic about what to expect from Wizards big man Alex Sarr and none of those sources expect the former No. 2 overall pick to develop into the best or second-best player on a contender, according to Robbins. One scout questioned whether Sarr will become a reliable enough outside shooter to qualify as a … [Read more...] about Wizards Notes: Sarr, Vukcevic, McCollum, Watkins
2025/26 NBA Over/Unders: Southeast Division
With the 2025/26 NBA regular season tipping off later this month, we’re getting serious about predictions for the upcoming campaign and continuing an annual Hoops Rumors tradition. With the help of the lines from a series of sports betting sites – including BetMGM and BetOnline – we’re running through the predicted win totals for each of the NBA’s 30 teams, by division. In a … [Read more...] about 2025/26 NBA Over/Unders: Southeast Division
And-Ones: Westbrook, Durant, WNBA Coaches, Caboclo, Fournier, More
Russell Westbrook remains an unsigned free agent and Rockets forward Kevin Durant wouldn’t mind a reunion with his former teammate, he said on the “Up & Adams” show (video link). “Russ is a legend. He deserves to be in the NBA right now,” Durant said. “I think he deserves to walk out of the NBA on his terms. That would be dope.” If Westbrook is signed in the short term, it … [Read more...] about And-Ones: Westbrook, Durant, WNBA Coaches, Caboclo, Fournier, More