[The Athletic] In the wake of the Suns’ deal with the Utah Jazz on Tuesday night, in which Phoenix tripled its lot of available first-round picks, a source close to the Miami Heat star said there is rising optimism that he’s closer to reaching his desired destination — Phoenix — as a result.

Who would win in a 7 game series?

If the beal trade has to happen, what would make you happy with it?

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[Gambadoro] Bradley Beal is open to waiving his no-trade clause to be traded to the Milwaukee Bucks.

[Marks] The Jazz are consolidating their first-round picks acquired in the Rudy Gobert and Donovan Mitchell trades. Including the 2031 unprotected first from Phoenix, Utah has 11 first-round picks in the next seven years.

Petition to keep Khris

[Sidery] There’s some buzz building around a potential Jimmy Butler trade framework including the Heat, Suns, Bucks and a facilitating fourth team. Phoenix would receive Jimmy Butler. Milwaukee would receive Bradley Beal. Miami would receive Khris Middleton. Facilitator takes on salary.

Charania on NBA Today: “I'm told the Heat have had some productive conversations on a potential Butler trade this week… In the meantime, Jimmy Butler is clocking in. The easiest way to put it is everyone in that building knows exactly what’s up.”

[NBA] Jokic is on pace to be the first player in NBA History to finish top 3 in points, rebounds, and assists since they began tracking leaders in per game stats in 1969

But Glenn is still cool (for now)

[Mic'd Up] Terry McLaurin pregame speech: "When this money is gone, when this fame is gone, the only thing you got is your name and your reputation."

Edgerrin Cooper and Evan Williams named to PFWA’s All-Rookie Team

[PFWA] Jayden Daniels PFWA Rookie and Offensive Rookie of the Year, Jared Verse Defensive Rookie of the Year; 2024 All-Rookie Team named

[Wright] Per ESPN Research Ant Edwards is now 0-12 on go-ahead/game-tying FGAs in final 5 seconds of 4th quarter or OT in his career.

[Sidery]: The Rockets and Trail Blazers recently conducted exploratory trade talks centered on Robert Williams. Houston is openly shopping Jock Landale’s non-guaranteed multi-year contract in order to upgrade their frontcourt. Portland has strong interest from contenders on Williams.

Watched inception last night on a flight yesterday, and I realized that Tom Hardy’s performance as Eames reminded me a lot of how I imagined Breeze while reading Mistborn. Do you think he would fit the role for a potential movie?

What is Bradley Beal’s legacy?

Lamelo last 5 games averaging 26.6 points, 6.0 rebounds, 9.0 assists, 2.2 steals on 41/29/78 splits and +14 as Charlotte has won 3 games in a row and 4 out of their last 5.

What's the worst trade that your team has ever made?

[Post Game Thread] The Milwaukee Bucks (23-17) defeat the Philadelphia 76ers (15-25), 123-109 , behind Giannis 34/15/6

Who are some great 2nd round picks in the league right now that you forgot were 2nd picks because of how well they play?

Post Game Thread: Los Angeles Rams at Philadelphia Eagles

Second Half Game Thread: Los Angeles Rams (10-7) at Philadelphia Eagles (14-3)

We’re all trash but Lions are still at the top of the pile