NBA commissioner Adam Silver have to be licking his chops, for this summer time might be action-packed with a number of superstars shifting round in free company. A prolonged buildup means loads of rumors, loads of media consideration and loads of drama even after this season’s NBA Finals wrap up in June. But what's the best-case state of affairs for the league? Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant are amongst those that can change into free brokers this offseason, and the championship-winning All-Stars’ relationship — which reportedly is as robust as ever — has led some to consider they’ll depart the Boston Celtics and Golden State Warriors, respectively, and be part of forces. Th... NESN.com
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NBA Rumors: Carmelo Anthony Blocking Kyrie Irving’s Path To Knicks
Kyrie Irving would like to “come home,” that much as been made clear. But Carmelo Anthony could be keeping the star guard from his desired destination. The Cleveland Cavaliers star reportedly requested to be traded in order to get out of LeBron James’ shadow, and one of his preferred destinations is the New York Knicks. But any deal with the Knicks almost certainly would involve Anthony, and the 33-year-old star has another idea in mind. ESPN’s Ian Begley reported Wednesday, citing league sources, that Irving being sent to the Knicks is “unlikely” because Anthony is set on joining the Houston Rockets instead of the Cavs. “He... NESN.com
NBA Free Agency Rumors: Joakim Noah Likely Will Sign With Knicks For $18M Per Year
The New York Bulls, ahem, we mean Knicks, are making some big moves. The Knicks likely will sign Chicago Bulls center and soon-to-be free agent Joakim Noah to a deal worth around $ 18 million per year, sources told The Washington Post’s Tim Bontemps late Wednesday night. The projected length of the deal and exact dollar amounts have not been reported. While free agency doesn’t officially begin until Friday, other NBA teams also appear to believe Noah will join former teammate Derrick Rose in New York. Noah only played in 29 games last season due to injuries. He averaged 4.3 points and 8.8 rebounds per game during his shortened 2015-16...