Hoops Rumors

Lakers superstar LeBron James holds a $51.4MM player option for ’24/25. If he declines the option, he’ll become an unrestricted free agent. Appearing on TNT Sports’ altcast on truTV (Twitter video link), James’ agent Rich Paul stated that his client was a free agent this summer. When Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report and TNT pointed out what Paul said and followed up by asking if … [Read more...] about Pacific Notes: LeBron, Paul, Lakers, Beal Trade, Kamagate

The calf/Achilles issue that sidelined Timberwolves point guard Mike Conley for Game 5 of the Western Conference semifinals hasn’t gone away — he’s listed as questionable for Game 1 of the Western finals. Conley will play on Wednesday, according to Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic (Twitter link), but the team will keep a close eye on that injury going forward. “It honestly … [Read more...] about Western Notes: Conley, Wolves, Mavs, Suns, Billups, Warriors

The Suns will hold a workout with Bronny James at some point before next month’s draft, sources tell Shams Charania of The Athletic (Twitter link). According to Charania, James has received workout invitations from over 10 teams but is expected to visit only a handful of clubs, including Phoenix and the Lakers. The Suns hold just one pick in the 2024 draft and it’s a … [Read more...] about Draft Notes: Bronny, Hawks, Sheppard, Thomas, Felton

Phoenix’s new NBA G League affiliate will be known as the Valley Suns, the team announced today in a press release. In addition to revealing the team name, the franchise revealed the Valley Suns’ colors and logo, which can be viewed here. The Suns ran an online contest that gave fans the opportunity to submit ideas for the G League team’s name. According to today’s … [Read more...] about Valley Suns Announced As Phoenix’s G League Affiliate