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Will the Boston Celtics get a breakout season from Sam Hauser?
Sam Hauser has been with the Boston Celtics since he was signed as an undrafted rookie in 2021. He's steadily developed into one of the best sharpshooters in the NBA and is arguably a top-five shooting threat off the catch in the league. Hauser has also proven himself to be a viable defender, even when isolated in space, further driving up his value to the Celtics, both as a starter and a member of the second unit. Given Joe Mazzulla's affinity for a perimeter-based offense, Hauser is undoubtedly one of the more important role players in the rotation. The floor spacing his presence provides, even on poor shooting nights, is hard to replicate. Teams respect the threat he poses, both when stationary or when coming off screens. However, that didn't stop Hauser's name from being floated in trade rumors earlier this summer. It's for that reason that Sam LaFrance and Jack Simone have discussed Hauser's overall importance to the Celtics roster for the upcoming season and beyond. After all, as a re-tooling roster, everybody outside of Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Derrick White and potentially Payton Pritchard will be available at the right price. The duo discuss the shooting talent that Hauser brings to the rotation, along with his value when the Celtics are back to being a contending team, which is expected to be within a two year window. You can watch the full discussion by clicking on the embedded video above. Watch or listen to the "Taylor Talks Celtics" podcast on: YouTube: Spotify: Apple: Substack: This article originally appeared on Celtics Wire: Will the Celtics get a breakout season from Sam Hauser?
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23-07-2025
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Spurs add ex-Thunder, Warriors sharpshooter
The post Spurs add ex-Thunder, Warriors sharpshooter appeared first on ClutchPoints. The San Antonio Spurs are expected to be in the mix this season when it comes to competitive teams in the Western Conference. They added some talent through the NBA Draft, and they recently made a free agent signing, bringing in a sharpshooter, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. 'Free agent guard Lindy Waters III has agreed to a one-year deal with the San Antonio Spurs, agents Shy Saee and Winston Nelson of Klutch Sports tell ESPN. Waters has shot 37% from 3 in his first four NBA seasons in Oklahoma City, Golden State and Detroit,' Charania wrote on W, formerly Twitter. Water has been in the league for four years, and he finished last season with the Detroit Pistons, but he's been more known for his tenures with the Oklahoma City Thunder and Golden State Warriors. With the Thunder, he played three seasons there and averaged 5.3 points and 1.8 rebounds, while shooting 37.7 percent from the 3-point line. He was then traded to the Warriors, where he averaged 5.5 points per game. Waters can make an impact on the Spurs, and his 3-point shooting could come in handy when they need it. The Spurs have a lot of young depth, and that's a plus in a loaded Western Conference. Spurs have building blocks of strong foundation The Spurs have the pieces they need to succeed this season, and it all starts with Victor Wembanyama. A few weeks ago, the Spurs' star announced that he was cleared to return to the court after dealing with blood clots last season. Wembanyama had to miss the second half of last season because of the scare, but he should be back at full health by the time next season starts. Wembanyama also knows how important this franchise is to him, and through just three years, he knows this is where he wants to spend the rest of his career. 'I know that not every player in the NBA has the same ambitions, but it's obviously my dream to spend my entire career with a single franchise. Here. In San Antonio,' Wembanyama said via Maxime Aubin of L'Équipe on X. With Wembanyama, the Spurs can also find success in the league, and they have a good chance right now with players such as De'Aaron Fox, Devin Vassell, Stephon Castle, and Keldon Johnson. They also have young players such as Dylan Harper and Carter Bryant, and if they pan out to be as good as advertised, the Spurs should be a team to look out for now and years to come. Related: Spurs make move on 'phenomenal' Summer League star Related: Chris Paul pens emotional goodbye to Spurs as he returns to Clippers
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02-07-2025
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Heat Acquire Sharpshooting Gem After Losing Duncan Robinson
Heat Acquire Sharpshooting Gem After Losing Duncan Robinson originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Miami Heat have secured a promising new sharpshooter, Simone Fontecchio, from the Detroit Pistons in a sign-and-trade deal, as reported by ESPN's Shams Charania. Advertisement The trade comes on the heels of the Heat parting ways with their all-time three-point leader, Duncan Robinson, who has agreed to a three-year, $48 million contract with the Pistons. This swap marks the end of an era for Heat fans while opening a fresh chapter with an underrated Italian talent. Fontecchio, a 6-foot-7 forward, brings versatility and a solid outside shot to South Beach. Last season with the Pistons, he averaged 5.9 points and 2.9 rebounds, shooting 40.2% from the field and 33.5% from deep. His ability to stretch the floor complements the Heat's dynamic play style under Erik Spoelstra, potentially filling the void left by Robinson's departure. Simone Fontecchio of the Detroit Pistons on X have already dubbed him a solid piece, with some arguing that the Heat won the trade due to Fontecchio's underrated potential. Advertisement Robinson, who departs after making 1,202 three-pointers for the Heat, leaves behind a legacy that includes the 2020 and 2023 NBA Finals appearances. His exit, facilitated by the sign-and-trade, allows the Heat to acquire assets while staying competitive under the NBA's hard cap. The move also aligns with the Heat's recent draft and free-agency maneuvers, as they continue to reshape the roster around Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro. Heat Nation braces for Fontecchio's integration, hoping this Italian gem can reignite their championship aspirations after a disappointing sweep by Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2025 NBA Playoffs. Related: Heat Being Linked to Damian Lillard After Bucks' Decision to Waive Him This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 2, 2025, where it first appeared.
