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Newsweek
5 hours ago
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- Newsweek
Top Destinations Emerging for Naz Reid Amid Free Agency Buzz
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 upcoming NBA offseason is expected to be one for the books. A ton of players could find new homes, from key role players to superstars. More NBA news: Knicks Staff Reportedly Losing Patience With Karl-Anthony Towns There is expected to be a ton of movement, and that includes Minnesota Timberwolves star big man, Naz Reid. Reid has an opportunity to be an unrestricted free agent this summer, and she holds a player option. According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, there is a possibility that Reid will opt out and enter free agency. "Randle holds a $30.9 million player option that he must exercise or decline by June 29. Reid has his own $15 million option that many around the league expect last season's Sixth Man of the Year to decline." Naz Reid #11 of the Minnesota Timberwolves warms up before the game against the Golden State Warriors in Game Four of the Western Conference Second Round NBA Playoffs at Chase Center on May 12, 2025... Naz Reid #11 of the Minnesota Timberwolves warms up before the game against the Golden State Warriors in Game Four of the Western Conference Second Round NBA Playoffs at Chase Center on May 12, 2025 in San Francisco, California. More Photo byGiven the Timberwolves' current construction, it is highly unlikely that they will be able to keep both Julius Randle and Reid. Reid could be the odd man out, and if that is the case, plenty of teams will want to acquire the 2023-24 Sixth Man of the Year. Here are the top three teams that stand out as the most ideal landing spots for Reid. Los Angeles Lakers The Lakers are a team that could use the services of a big, really any reliable big, and Reid could do that and then some. L.A. could be in line to sign Reid, and it is very possible they could do just that. However, if the Lakers pull the trigger on Reid, it will likely be in the form of a sign-and-trade. The Lakers would love to have the 25-year-old, as he could serve as a functioning big man and have the ability to space the floor. The Lakers lacked such a player last season, and a potential Reid addition would be a massive upgrade. Detroit Pistons The Pistons are another team that would undoubtedly welcome a player like Reid, though their financial constraints make such a move tricky. With limited cap space heading into the summer, Detroit won't have much flexibility to spend freely. Team President Trajan Langdon has already hinted that any significant additions would likely come via the trade route rather than free agency. Even so, the Pistons would jump at the chance to add a player like Reid, especially given their struggles with floor spacing throughout the season and into the playoffs. Detroit will be keeping an eye on how Reid's market shapes up, hoping that a tight financial landscape might tip the scales in their favor. San Antonio Spurs The Spurs are in need of a strong and reliable backup big behind Victor Wembanyama, and Reid fits the bill. The 25-year-old could be stellar behind the Frenchman. Not only could the Spurs compete this season, but Reid is precisely what the Spurs need to take them from a lottery team to fringe contenders. More NBA news: Hawks Star Trae Young Makes Cryptic Post Amid Trade Rumors Spurs Need to Avoid Nightmare Situation With Victor Wembanyama For more General NBA news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
Newsweek
11 hours ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
Pistons, Nets Set to Compete For $32M Free Agent Forward: 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. Two Eastern Conference clubs with two very different trajectories could compete for an intriguing free agent this summer. The Brooklyn Nets finished with a 26-56 record under first-year head coach Jose Fernandez Torres, and as of this writing are set to have five picks (including four in the first round) in next month's impending 2025 NBA Draft — starting with the No. 8 selection. Devoid of any foundational All-Stars, Brooklyn has managed to restock its draft equity and cap space, and could look to pull a Detroit Pistons this offseason by signing competent veterans to compete alongside intriguing young players like Cam Thomas and Nic Claxton. More NBA News: NBA Executives Expect Surprising East Team to Trade for Top Pick After bringing in talented vets like forward Tobias Harris, shooting guard Malik Beasley, and wing Tim Hardaway Jr. over the summer (plus point guard Dennis Schroder midseason), the Pistons improved to a 43-39 record and snagged the East's No. 6 seed. LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers posts up against Caris LeVert #3 of the Cleveland Cavaliers during the first half at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on October 30, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers posts up against Caris LeVert #3 of the Cleveland Cavaliers during the first half at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on October 30, 2024 in Cleveland, season pros helped point guard Cade Cunningham grow into an All-NBA talent, and abetted the growth of center Jalen Duren and shooting guard Jaden Ivey. Athletic rookie wing Ron Holland impressed, too, at least defensively. Detroit gave the New York Knicks all they could handle in a hard-fought, first-round playoff series defeat. Per Sam Amico of Hoops Wire, Atlanta Hawks swingman Caris LeVert will be a target for both Brooklyn and Detroit this summer. Hawks' Caris LeVert Expected To Draw Interest From Pistons, Nets — Sam Amico (@AmicoHoops) May 31, 2025 "The Hawks would like to keep free agent wing Caris LeVert, but they're well aware that he will be drawing outside interest," Amico writes. "Two of those teams are believed to be the Pistons and Nets, sources told Hoops Wire." More NBA News: Trae Young Takes Massive Shot at Knicks Fans During Thunder-Nuggets Game 7 After being acquired by the Hawks midway through the 2024-25 season as part of the deal that shipped De'Andre Hunter out to the Cleveland Cavaliers, LeVert logged impressive averages of 14.9 points on .482/.338/.722 shooting splits, 3.7 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 0.9 steals, and 0.5 blocks a night, in 26 games off the bench. "As for Detroit, much depends on what happens with the team's other veteran free agents, including Sixth Man of the Year candidate Malik Beasley and Tim Hardaway Jr. It's not yet known which direction the Pistons will go after a pleasant surprise of a season." More NBA News: Nets' Ben Simmons Finalizing Contract Buyout To Become Free Agent LeVert, 30, is wrapping up a two-year, $32 million deal he inked while still in Cleveland. The oft-injured wing may not make quite that much going forward, but he could still draw an eight-figure annual salary on a multi-year deal. More NBA News: Hawks Breakout Star Signing Huge Extension Deal Bill Simmons Views Surprise Team as Best Trade Destination For Giannis Antetokounmpo Pistons May Want Cade Cunningham to Avoid Making 2025 All-NBA Team Massive Trade Proposal Has Pistons Land Perfect Co-Star For Cade Cunningham For more Brooklyn Nets, Detroit Pistons, Atlanta Hawks, and general NBA news and rumors, head over to Newsweek Sports.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Anthony Edwards receives WCF warning from Lou Williams
The post Anthony Edwards receives WCF warning from Lou Williams appeared first on ClutchPoints. Anthony Edwards watched his NBA title pursuit end Wednesday. He and the Minnesota Timberwolves fell 124-94 to the Oklahoma City Thunder, sealing their NBA playoffs fate. Edwards drew eyes and ears with some startling comments after the game, though — prompting Lou Williams to send a warning. Advertisement He told reporters he wasn't 'hurt' from losing in the Western Conference Finals. Edwards boldly said he'll work harder than ever this summer. The Minnesota star has now played in the last two WCF games. Still, the T-Wolves' star unhurt claim sparked a strong reaction from the FanDuel analyst and former NBA player. 'I've been to the Eastern Conference Finals once in 17 years. That is something you don't want to take for granted,' Williams told the panelists. 'Those opportunities come few and in between.' Williams earned three NBA Sixth Man of the Year nods in his career. He played on the 2020-21 Atlanta Hawks team that fell to the Milwaukee Bucks in the ECF. That was Williams' lone ECF appearance in a career that started in 2005-06. Advertisement That wasn't the only stern warning Williams hit Edwards with. Additional warning Lou Williams sent to Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images Here's one more statement Williams sent as advice to 'Ant Man' now that his offseason will begin. 'Ant, you've been blessed to be able to do this consecutive years. These teams are going to get better,' Williams warned about the rest of the Western Conference. 'They're not going to wait around for you. Sometimes, we've got to take advantage of the opportunities that's in front of u instead of looking ahead.' Williams then shared one hope for Edwards during the summer. Advertisement 'I want him to understand the magnitude of where his career can go from here,' Williams said. 'Everybody around you is building.' Williams eavesdropped the Thunder, Indiana Pacers and even threw in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Luka Doncic and Trae Young as 'guys who want to prove something to themselves and their fan bases.' Which hands Edwards continuous competition moving forward into his NBA career. Edwards ended Game 5 scoring 19 points. Julius Randle led Minnesota with 24. The Timberwolves face a critical offseason on how they can topple the Thunder and win their first-ever WCF crown.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Cavaliers free agency: Ty Jerome is top target, question mark for Cleveland
Cavaliers guard Ty Jerome had a breakout season, but his year ended on a similar down note as the rest of the Cavs with a second-round playoff loss to the Indiana Pacers. Two questions remain heading into the summer: Will Jerome be back, and what changes will the Cavs make before the 2025-26 season? Advertisement Jerome produced a dynamic 2024-25 season, transforming from a rarely used backup guard into one of the best bench players in the league and a major reason why the Cavs finished with arguably the NBA's No. 1 offense. After playing in only two games in 2023-24, he became a staple in Kenny Atkinson's rotation and finished third in Sixth Man of the Year voting. His production, though, cratered in a 4-1 series loss to the Pacers. Potential suitors will have to weigh his postseason performance against his outstanding regular season once he's officially on the open market. Cavaliers guard Ty Jerome reacts during the second half against the Indiana Pacers in Game 5 of the second round of the NBA playoffs, May 13, 2025, in Cleveland. What is Cavs' interest level in re-signing Ty Jerome? Cavs president of basketball operations Koby Altman said Monday, May 19, the Cavs would love to have Jerome back. He also left the door open for the team to extend itself into the second apron. Ty Jerome free agency a main question for Cavaliers offseason But Jerome's future in Cleveland remains in doubt. He is an unrestricted free agent expected to receive a significant pay raise after he made roughly $2.5 million in each of the last two seasons. Advertisement The Cavaliers might be able to come out as the top bidder, but there will be consequences to it unless other major moves are made. As constructed, the Cavaliers enter the offseason with one of the highest payrolls in the league, projected to be around $234 million. Two major factors have elevated that number and likely made it more difficult — or perhaps just more painful — to keep Jerome. The first was the De'Andre Hunter trade, which not only added his salary but also took Caris LeVert's expiring deal off the books. That was an aggressive move with the thinking that Hunter's acquisition could be the last piece for a title run. The other was Evan Mobley winning Defensive Player of the Year, which triggered an escalator in his contract extension. Advertisement The Hunter trade, at least, was a deliberate move, and the Cavs knew the potential fallout this summer. While Atkinson and the Cavs have perhaps the top offense in the NBA, it all comes with a price tag. Donovan Mitchell ($48.7 million), Darius Garland ($39.4 million), Mobley ($38.6 before the escalator), Hunter ($23.3 million) and Jarrett Allen ($20 million) are all signed long term. What is the NBA's second apron? The NBA's second apron is the closest thing to a hard salary cap the league has in place. The Cavs are projected to be over this second apron, and a Jerome signing would push them further above it. Advertisement Teams that spend above the second apron threshold are subject to severe consequences that impact their ability to build the roster. The exact number won't be determined until July, but it has been projected to sit at $207 million. Barring a major shakeup of the roster, the Cavs will be over this number — it's just a question of how much. Teams above the second apron cannot acquire sign-and-trade players. They are limited to trades they can make when it comes to salary matching. They no longer have access to the mid-level exception. They cannot trade first-round picks seven years in the future like other teams can. They cannot use trade exceptions from prior years, and they cannot use trade exceptions when combining the salaries of multiple players. All of that is in addition to harsh tax penalties the higher teams go over the first and second aprons. Advertisement And if teams remain in the second apron over a long-term period, they're subject to additional penalties in a several-year period. As Altman noted, it further puts pressure on the end of the bench and the back end of the roster. In other words, the NBA's second apron is designed to still allow teams to spend like crazy if they want, but it'll begin to hurt if that spending continues for too long. So when looking at re-signing Jerome, especially, the Cavs must grapple with how much they want to mess with those consequences in addition to Jerome's potential interest elsewhere. This article originally appeared on Akron Beacon Journal: Cleveland Cavs free agents 2025, Ty Jerome, Sam Merrill lead class
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Cavs' Ty Jerome finishes 3rd, De'Andre Hunter 4th in NBA Sixth Man of the Year voting
CLEVELAND — Cavaliers guard Ty Jerome placed third in NBA Sixth Man of the Year voting, followed by Cavs wing De'Andre Hunter finishing fourth, the league announced Tuesday, April 22, on TNT. No Cavs player has ever won the award, but Jerome came close as one of three finalists. Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard received the honor, and Detroit Pistons guard Malik Beasley was the other finalist. Advertisement In order, the top five vote recipients were Pritchard (454 points in the voting system), Beasley (279), Jerome (91), Hunter (33) and Minnesota Timberwolves center-forward Naz Reid (31). Jerome and Hunter are close friends who won an NCAA national championship together in 2019 at the University of Virginia. The Cavs acquired Hunter on Feb. 6 in a trade with the Atlanta Hawks. A media panel of 100 voters picked the winner based on performances throughout the 2024-25 regular season. The finalists were unveiled April 20 shortly before Jerome scored 16 of his 28 points in the fourth quarter of the Cavs' 121-100 win over the Miami Heat in Game 1 of their best-of-seven first-round playoff series. Advertisement "We've seen it all year," Cavs guard Sam Merrill said. "It just feels like anytime we need something offensively he's able to provide it and keeps making those tough floaters and those crazy fallaways and hits deep 3s and competes." Cavs playoffs: 'I feel the responsibility': Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson embraces pressure to succeed in playoffs In Jerome's postgame news conference, he reflected on being recognized as one of the league's strongest Sixth Man of the Year candidates. "Especially after last year, not being able to play the whole year, not being able to play in the playoffs, just watching, it speaks to how my teammates have empowered me and how my coaching staff has empowered me since day one, for sure," Jerome said. "So it definitely means something for sure. But now we've got the playoffs started and bigger things to worry about.' Advertisement Q&A with Cavs big man Jarrett Allen: Cleveland Cavaliers center talks postseason lessons, reputation and more Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ty Jerome brings the ball up court against the Miami Heat on April 20, 2025, in Cleveland, Ohio. After leaving the Golden State Warriors by signing with the Cavs in free agency, Jerome missed all but two games last season because a right ankle impingement sidelined him in October 2023 and resulted in surgery in January 2024. In response to a question from the Beacon Journal during Cavs Media Day on Sept. 30, Jerome said, 'I had to remove bone spurs, and I had to reshape the surface of bones in my ankle.' Jerome's comeback has been remarkable and meets every definition of a breakout season. He appeared in 70 regular-season games and averaged 12.5 points on 51.6% shooting from the field, including 43.9% on 3-pointers. He also averaged 3.4 assists, 2.5 rebounds, 1.1 steals and 19.9 minutes. Advertisement "Just to be nominated is phenomenal," Cavs coach Kenny Atkinson said. "... I just think he's earned it. All year him coming into the game has kind of changed our trajectory and then manifested itself in our last game." Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ty Jerome (2) shoots between Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (14) and guard Davion Mitchell (45) on April 20, 2025, in Cleveland, Ohio. A first-round draft pick (No. 24 overall) of the Philadelphia 76ers in 2019, Jerome had never previously played more than 48 games in a regular season. An extensive injury history was an obstacle. Now Jerome, 27, is positioned for a significant payday with the Cavs or another NBA franchise. He is scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent this summer. Two other members of the Cavs are finalists for major end-of-season NBA awards. All-Star forward Evan Mobley is in the running for Defensive Player of the Year and Atkinson for Coach of the Year. Advertisement Nate Ulrich can be reached at nulrich@ On Twitter: @ByNateUlrich. This article originally appeared on Akron Beacon Journal: Cavaliers guard Ty Jerome third in NBA Sixth Man of the Year voting
