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Smart accuses Celtics of lying to him over trade and slams how he found out
Marcus Smart was a surprise casualty as the Boston Celtics pulled off a three-team trade to acquire Kristaps Porzingis, and the 29-year-old is unhappy with how it was handled
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Holmgren's telling words after injury nightmare ends with Summer League return
Chet Holmgren's long wait to make an impression in the NBA finally ended on Monday night as the Oklahoma City Thunder prospect showed his skills in the Salt Lake City Summer League
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Drake makes feelings on Fred VanVleet's move to Houston Rockets crystal clear
Fred VanVleet signed a blockbuster contract with the Houston Rockets in free agency, leaving the Toronto Raptors an NBA champion - and rapper Drake left a parting shot on his Instagram
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Anthony Edwards to sign second-biggest contract in NBA history as details emerge
Anthony Edwards - the first overall pick in the 2020 draft - has agreed to a maximum contract extension with the Minnesota Timberwolves after establishing himself as one of the NBA's top young stars
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Shaq shows off pond and golf course including giant fish named after himself
Shaquille O'Neal has impressive residences in Dallas and Miami and the 51-year-old former NBA star has had a stunning water feature added to one of them - costing him a whopping £393,000
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Patrick Mahomes has classy response to hitting young spectator with golf ball
Patrick Mahomes is certainly not as accurate with the golf clubs as he is with his arm after accidentally hitting a fan with a wayward tee shot - but he took the time out to give him a memorable gift
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Lillard reacts to Trial Blazers fans 'turning on him' after trade request
The superstar point guard has asked to be traded from the Trial Blazers after being frustrated with the team's direction and off-season choices, in the hopes to be moved to a championship contender
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Jack Brady's mum makes confession over chances of him following dad into NFL
NFL legend Tom Brady's son Jack prefers two other sports ahead of American Football with his mum revealing that there's no pressure on the 15-year-old to follow in his dad's footsteps
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Trail Blazers have blunt response to Damian Lillard's unique trade request
Damian Lillard has requested the Portland Trail Blazers sanction a trade for him during the NBA off-season, and has told the franchise he wants to be moved to the Miami Heat
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Charles Barkley responds to Supreme Court ruling by making $5m change to will
The Basketball Hall of Famer has given a huge donation to his Alma Mater after an affirmative action ruling dealt a huge setback to colleges and universities in the United States
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Damian Lillard's 'liked' LeBron James says it all about NBA star's trade demand
Damian Lillard finally requested a trade from the Portland Trail Blazers on Saturday, as the superstar guard looks to join a contender to win an NBA championship
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Scoot Henderson ready to lead Portland Trail Blazers after Damian Lilliard trade
On Saturday, the Portland Trail Blazers were rocked by superstar Damian Lillard's trade request but Scoot Henderson - the third-overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft - is ready to step up
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Los Angeles Lakers keep D'Angelo Russell as guard takes mega pay cut
Following the start of NBA Free Agency on Friday night, the Los Angeles Lakers made a whole host of moves - including the re-signing of 2019 All-Star D'Angelo Russell
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Damian Lillard rocks Portland Trail Blazers with trade demand in NBA Free Agency
Seven-time NBA All-Star Damian Lillard has demanded a trade away from the Portland Trail Blazers amid plenty of speculation over his future, and has reportedly already set his sights on the Miami Heat
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Bradley Beal's first words after signing for Phoenix Suns included Wizards dig
The Suns have gone all-in after trading for Beal, bringing him in alongside Kevin Durant and Devin Booker in a risky trade with the new Phoenix star speaking for the first time since the move
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Damian Lillard gets half of his dream scenario on first day of NBA Free Agency
The Trial Blazers have made a big statement of intent and could have taken the first step towards tempting Damian Lillard to remain with the team amid Miami Heat trade talks this off-season
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Denver Nuggets head coach left with egg on his face after ruthless move
The Nuggets head coach made a declarative statement on Bruce Brown returning to the team after his influential performances in the NBA Finals, with the guard instead signing a new deal elsewhere
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Draymond Green makes final decision on Golden State Warriors future
The Golden State Warriors are re-signing Draymond Green to a long-term contract on the first day of NBA free agency after the four-time champion opted out of his single-season player option
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Kyrie Irving ends speculation over NBA future by signing £99m contract
Dallas Mavericks point guard Kyrie Irving was originally rumored to leave the team after being linked with the Phoenix Suns in free agency but has since agreed to stay with the team
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James Harden 'extremely upset' with Philadelphia 76ers over free agency handling
James Harden's exit from the Philadelphia 76ers is not a harmonious one, although the former MVP and the team have agreed to work together to find a mutually beneficial way of moving him on in a trade
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Klay Thompson ruthlessly shuts down Draymond Green with Kevin Hart insult
Klay Thompson roasted Draymond Green's ability to shoot three-pointers when responding to Patrick Mahomes inquiry of who would win from distance between the Warriors star and teammate Steph Curry
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Tampering in NBA free agency - details for rule that cost Magic Johnson $500k
Magic Johnson was once fined $500k after the Los Angeles Lakers were found to be tampering as they targeted Paul George, a rule that the NBA have a zero tolerance policy towards
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Golden State Warriors had blockbuster trade rejected before Chris Paul deal
Chris Paul will line up for the Golden State Warriors in the fall in one of the more intriguing moves of the NBA off-season but the 12-time All-Star was not the team's top priority
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James Harden has 'played last game' for 76ers after picking up £28.23m option
James Harden's time in Philadelphia appears to be over as the veteran has opted to pick up his player option and will now explore a potential trade in the offseason
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Moriah Mills claims she is pregnant and hints NBA star Zion Williamson is dad
Two-time NBA All-Star Zion Williamson, who is expecting a child with girlfriend Ahkeema, has been the subject of several claims from Moriah Mills during this offseason