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Yahoo
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Chris Paul reportedly to leave Spurs - should he retire?
Chris Paul reportedly to leave Spurs - should he retire? | The Kevin O'Connor Show Yahoo Sports senior NBA analyst Kevin O'Connor is joined by Andrew Sharp to discuss the 12-time All-Star's future in the league as he reportedly will not return to San Antonio next season. Hear the full conversation on 'The Kevin O'Connor Show' and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you listen. View more Video Transcript Chris Paul, according to Mark Stein on his sub stack, is not expected back with the San Antonio Spurs. Advertisement Do you have a favorite fit out there in the NBA for uh retirement home, Chris Paul? Um, retirement would be my favorite fit for Chris Paul. I don't know. Do you, where do you have, do you have any home for him, a retirement home? I mean, it depends Is Chris Paul willing to come off the bench? Probably not. He continued to want to start for the Spurs last year, even after the Fox acquisition, which made no sense for that roster construction, but that's what happened anyway. So this year I cannot imagine he would continue to start. Castle just won rookie of the Year. The Spurs at #2, unless they trade the pick are probably gonna take Dylan Harper out of Rutgers, another guard. Advertisement CP3 would be coming off the bench and probably not playing a lot. So with him, I understand. And wanting to leave, but if he's willing to start, willing to come off the bench, that would increase the amount of teams I'd like to see him go to. Dallas would be interesting. Kyrie out until later in the season with his torn ACL. He could start to begin the year and high pick a roll with Anthony Davis, like it could be a, you know, help Cooper flag out as a as a rookie. I think the Dallas Mavericks, that's not a hard move for him either from San Antonio to Dallas. That's the Texas. That's the number one team on my list, like Lakers with LeBron. Advertisement I don't know. I mean, yeah, Lakers have been thrown out as a potential Chris Paul destination for literally 10 years, and I hope it never happens. Uh, his game doesn't really mesh well with what LeBron wants to do offensively. They also have Luca and Austin Reeves who also need the ball. Lakers completely out, um, but As we talk it through and I think back to our conversation about Minnesota at the top of the show and how badly they need a ball handler. Andrew Mike Conley and Chris Paul and is making it work with retirement home Mike Conley. Why not give it a try with Chris Paul if he's willing to take a role where he's playing like 15 minutes a game. Advertisement 20 minutes tops. I could see that being a fit that isn't horrible, but I'm sticking with my original plea. Chris Paul, please just retire and go get paid a ton of money to announce games on Amazon or something. It would be awesome, dude. He might actually get paid close to as much. That's true. The money's getting good in that area as well. I know exactly.
USA Today
6 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Bill Simmons issues warning for Pacers-Knicks Game 6 bettors
Bill Simmons issues warning for Pacers-Knicks Game 6 bettors Longtime followers of Bill Simmons are well aware The Ringer founder loves a good sports conspiracy theory. That doesn't mean he fully believes all of them, but he's rarely ready to write most off without hearing them out. So take Simmons' most recent comments with a grain of salt. On his latest podcast, Simmons felt the NBA could work some magic in favor of the New York Knicks in Game 6 to avoid (or delay) an Indiana-Oklahoma City matchup in the Finals. "Let's be careful out there for Game 6 if you're wagering," Simmons said. "The 2002 Game 6 we've talked a lot about it over the years. I'm just saying, it's in the back of my head." Simmons was referring to the infamous Game 6 between the Los Angeles Lakers and Sacramento Kings in the 2002 Western Conference Finals, when numerous late calls benefited the Lakers in a game referred by disgraced official Tim Donaghy. Instead of a 2002 NBA Finals between the smaller-market Kings and New Jersey Nets, the Lakers ultimately swept the Eastern Conference champions. The Pacers still hold a 3-2 series lead as the series shifts back to Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Saturday night. Indiana is a 3.5-point favorite at home and -175 on the moneyline. But, staying away from this game is always an option. And to be honest, it's not a bad one if Simmons is onto something. This has a bad beat written all over it.
Time of India
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Luka Doncic donates $5,000 to restore vandalized Kobe Bryant and Gianna Bryant mural in downtown Los Angeles
Luka Doncic showed his support by spending $5,000 to restore a vandalized mural. The mural, 'Mambas Forever,' at 14th and Main streets in downtown Los Angeles was spoiled with graffiti and Doncic expressed his anger and had the artwork repaired quickly. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The donation not only paid for the restoration but also showed how much he respects Bryant and wants to help the Los Angeles community. Luka Doncic's donation restores defaced 'Mambas Forever' mural The "Mambas Forever" mural, crafted by artist Louie Palsino (known as Sloe Motions) back in 2020, became a beloved homage after the tragic passing of Kobe and Gianna Bryant in a helicopter crash. The piece illustrated Kobe in his Lakers uniform, tenderly holding Gianna, who was grasping a basketball, with the words "Mambas Forever" painted in purple and gold. The mural had been left alone until it was recently marred by black and white graffiti, covering much of the original design. In response, Palsino initiated a GoFundMe campaign to raise $5,000 for its restoration. Doncic's quick donation took care of the entire sum, allowing restoration efforts to kick off immediately. Having joined the Lakers less than three months ago from the Dallas Mavericks, Doncic voiced his strong admiration for Bryant. "Kobe is L.A. He and Gigi mean so much to this city, to the Lakers organization, and to me personally," Doncic stated. "I'm happy to do anything to help make sure he and his daughter are honored." Artist Louie Palsino showed appreciation for Doncic's backing, saying, "I'd like to say thank you to Luka, and I'm proud he is a Laker now and representing Los Angeles. I know Kobe is proud." Also Read: Donating to fix the 'Mambas Forever' mural, Luka Doncic shows both his respect for Kobe and Gianna Bryant and his dedication to helping LA. Because of his commitment, this tribute lives on for fans, connecting him even more closely with people in LA who treasure the Bryants' impact.
Newsweek
9 hours ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
Bulls Were Willing to Blow Up Roster for Lakers' Luka Doncic: Report
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Los Angeles Lakers' acquisition of star guard Luka Doncic was one of the biggest surprises in sports history. Nobody saw the trade between Los Angeles and the Dallas Mavericks coming, leading to shock and drama throughout the entire NBA. But part of the reason why the trade went down was due to the secretive nature of the trade. No other teams knew that Dallas was looking to unload Doncic, otherwise, a bidding war likely would have erupted for his services. According to Joe Cowley of the Chicago Sun-Times, the Chicago Bulls were willing to offer everything on their team for the chance to land Doncic. But the Bulls were never given the chance to talk to the Mavericks due to the behind-the-scenes aspect of the Lakers trade. "A source told the Sun-Times that Karnisovas and his front office would have offered anyone and everyone on the roster had they been notified by the Mavericks that Luka Doncic was available in February, but even then, it wouldn't have been better than what the Lakers gave the Mavericks." Luka Doncic and the Lakers (3) are favored over the Timberwolves (6) in Game 1 of this highly anticipated Western Conference first-round matchup. Luka Doncic and the Lakers (3) are favored over the Timberwolves (6) in Game 1 of this highly anticipated Western Conference first-round article will be updated...
Yahoo
10 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Austin Reaves Expected To Demand Nearly $30 Million In Next Contract
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves has been one of the key players for the team in the past few seasons. Seamlessly fitting into the role of the third star on most occasions, Reaves has grown and developed into an invaluable asset. A main reason why Reaves has so much value for the team is that he has routinely outplayed his contract. His previous contract extension saw him on a four-year, $53 million deal. Given how his earnings increased with each season, Reaves is due to earn a bit below $14 million next season. Advertisement The 2026-27 season is where concerns arise for the Purple and Gold. The 26-year-old has a player option for the final year of his contract. Although he can opt in and accept just below $15 million for the season, there is a greater likelihood that he will opt out and test the waters of free agency, as per Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report. He said: "Reaves is nearly sure to decline his $14.9 million player option for the 2026-27 season to explore unrestricted free agency next summer, seeking a salary in the $30 million starting range." "The most he can extend for ($19.5 million) is far short of that number. Any team acquiring him would need behind-the-scenes assurances that he'd re-sign at a pre-arranged price, although they wouldn't be technically legal or binding." Advertisement The demand for Austin Reaves has skyrocketed over the past few seasons. The young star has displayed an innate ability to single-handedly revitalize his team's offense when he is on the floor. Whether this is through his scoring or playmaking ability, his impact on the offensive end is undeniable. The 2024-25 season was a fruitful one for the guard from a performance point of view. Reaves recorded an average of 20.2 points per game, a massive step up from his average of 15.9 points the previous season. Given that he had embraced a bigger role for the team, he also saw a subsequent rise in his rebounding and assists numbers, averaging 4.5 rebounds and 5.8 assists on 46.0% FG. The arrival of Luka Doncic on the Lakers meant that Reaves would take on a reduced role, since the Slovenian does more of the same thing that he does. But the guard duo made for a solid backcourt combination for the Lakers to close out the regular season. Unfortunately, Reaves' stock took a hit in the playoffs after a series of relatively underwhelming outings. While considering that he was playing with a toe injury, this is understandable. But the Lakers' guard still took accountability for the poor performances, leading to a 4-1 loss to Minnesota in the first round. Advertisement Regardless, the Lakers' concerns for retaining Reaves next summer will be justified. With rumors speculating that LeBron James may return on a two-year, $105 million deal, the Purple and Gold may not be able to afford Reaves if he demands a $30 million contract. Reaves' value on the trade market has also seen him mentioned in several trade rumors in the offseason. Considering that the Lakers are making a play to become title contenders immediately, a trade package including Reaves may be the best way of ensuring that the team lands a superstar in this context. Related: Austin Reaves' Agent Sends Strong Message Amid Trade Rumors: "You Have No Idea What's Coming"
