Bradley Beal's agent Mark Bartelstein refuted reports that Beal would waive his no-trade clause for the Lakers, Bucks, Nuggets, or Heat, adding that the rumors were "created out of thin air." "Brad's entire focus has been and is on getting healthy with his ankle and helping turn things around for the Suns," added Bartelstein. Bartelstein did add that Beal would never say never … [Read more...] about Bradley Beal Agent Says Beal Focused On ‘Making It Work In Phoenix’
Jamal Murray Embracing Expectations That Came With Max Contract
Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray isn't shying away from criticism, or the high expectations fans have of him. Murray knew that would come along with signing a maximum contract. "I'm totally ready for it," Murray said. "That's why I literally signed up for it." Murray has had a somewhat down season, especially compared to last year. His stats are down, but only slightly, across … [Read more...] about Jamal Murray Embracing Expectations That Came With Max Contract
Nuggets Could Trade Out Of First Apron To Be Competitive In Buyout Market
The Denver Nuggets are discussing whether to trade out of the first apron so they could be more competitive in the buyout market, according to Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. Apron terms are not allowed to sign players who make more than the league average of $12.4 million. The team has been looking to trade Zeke Nnaji. The Nuggets are also interested in a potential … [Read more...] about Nuggets Could Trade Out Of First Apron To Be Competitive In Buyout Market
Bulls Discussed Zach LaVine Trades With Nuggets, Lakers
The Chicago Bulls have made it no secret that they've tried to trade Zach LaVine. Earlier this season, the Bulls held trade talks with the Los Angeles Lakers. Those talks didn't go very far, and with the Lakers having traded D'Angelo Russell to the Brookly Nets, it's unlikely those talks will pick back up. Chicago more recently engaged the Denver Nuggets on a possible deal for … [Read more...] about Bulls Discussed Zach LaVine Trades With Nuggets, Lakers
Aaron Gordon May Return Sunday; Jamal Murray Questionable
The Denver Nuggets frontcourt may get some help as soon as Sunday's game at the Dallas Mavericks. Forward Aaron Gordon has been upgraded to questionable to play for Denver in Dallas. Gordon has been out since the Nuggets Christmas night matchup at the Phoenix Suns. Overall, Gordon has missed 20 of Denver's 37 games, most of them with a calf issue. Jamal Murray is also on the … [Read more...] about Aaron Gordon May Return Sunday; Jamal Murray Questionable