NBA Offseason 2020: Nov. 19 roundup
It has been reported that Gordon Hayward chose to opt out of his contract with the Celtics on Thursday.
Keep up on all the latest news, reports and more as the offseason rolls along. Here are some key moves to know today:
- Reports: Thunder, Warriors finalizing Oubre trade
- Celtics’ Hayward reportedly opts out
- Reports: Hawks trade Dedmon to Pistons for Snell
- McGee opting in, but Cook reportedly waived
- Bucks’ deal for Bogdanovic reportedly in flux
- Reports: Wolves in talks to reacquire Rubio
- Opting in, opting out: Updates from Nov. 18
Here’s a team-by-team look at every reported move from Nov. 19:
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Atlanta Hawks
Reports: Hawks trade Dedmon to Pistons
A reported trade has been worked out between two Eastern Conference teams with playoff ambitions to address some crucial needs.
Several reports indicate that the Atlanta Hawks are trading their center, Dewayne Dedmon, to the Detroit Pistons in exchange for Tony Snell and Khyri Thomas. ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski was the first to report this trade. This move enables the Hawks to free up a significant amount of their salary cap, as they are no longer obliged to pay Dedmon’s $13.3 million salary for this season. Snell’s $12.1 million contract ends after the 2020-2021 season, while Dedmon’s $13.3 million for 2021-2022 is not guaranteed.
Sources inform ESPN that Detroit is swapping Khyri Thomas and Tony Snell for Dewayne Dedmon from Atlanta.
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) November 19, 2020
Confirmed that the #Pistons are getting Dewayne Dedmon for the #Hawks for Tony Snell and Khyri Thomas.
Dedmon is slated to earn $13.3M this season, with another $13.3M for the 2021-2022 season which is not guaranteed.
— Rod Beard (@detnewsRodBeard) November 19, 2020
Dedmon provides the Pistons with a strong presence in the frontcourt and an effective rebounder while on the court. Last season, he averaged 8.1 points and 8.2 rebounds per game in his ten matches with the Hawks, having been traded there by the Sacramento Kings on February 6. Dedmon has demonstrated his capability as a frontcourt player in previous seasons, with averages of 10.8 points per game and 7.5 rebounds per game in the 2018-19 season, and 10.0 points per game and 7.9 rebounds per game in the 2017-18 season.
Snell’s prowess as a 3-point shooter is evident, boasting a 40.2% success rate in the previous season with the Pistons and holding a career average of 38.5% from the 3-point range. His skill in opening up the floor will prove beneficial for the young Hawks, including All-Star guard Trae Young. It will also provide more offensive space for big men like John Collins and Clint Capela.
— 3:25 p.m.
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Boston Celtics
Reports: Hayward opts out of contract
Boston Celtics forward Gordon Hayward has decided to opt out of his $34-million option for next season, according to reports from Shams Charania of The Athletic and Marc Stein of The New York Times.
Celtics’ Gordon Hayward has opted out of his $34M deal for the 2020-21 season and will become a free agent, sources tell @TheAthleticNBA @Stadium.
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) November 19, 2020
Hayward has indeed chosen to opt out of next season’s $34.2 million deal with the Celts and will become an unrestricted free agent on Friday at 6 PM ET.
The Knicks are in play …
Sources indicate that Indiana has also made efforts to acquire Hayward through a trade.
Boston still has the option to re-sign Hayward to a long-term deal.
— Marc Stein (@TheSteinLine) November 19, 2020
There are reports that Hayward is highly sought after in the trade market, with the possibility of a sign-and-trade deal still on the table. The former All-Star, who is 30 years old, has had a challenging three seasons in Boston due to injuries. During the 2019-20 season, Hayward recorded an average of 17.5 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 4.1 assists across 52 games.
— 5:13 p.m.
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Report: Kanter opts in
Boston Celtics center Enes Kanter has decided to stay with the team for the 2020-21 season, according to a report from Tim Bontemps of ESPN.
A league source informed ESPN that Enes Kanter, the center for the Boston Celtics, has chosen to opt into his $5 million contract for the 2020-21 season.
— Tim Bontemps (@TimBontemps) November 19, 2020
Reportedly, Kanter’s option for the next season is worth $5 million.
— 4:37 p.m.
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Report: Celtics decline Wanamaker’s qualifying offer
Brad Wanamaker, a guard for the Celtics, is reportedly on his way to becoming a free agent, as per a report by ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski.
Reportedly, Boston chose not to accept the qualifying offer for the second-year guards, which would result in Wanamaker becoming an unrestricted free agent.
— 4:39 p.m.
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Brooklyn Nets
Report: Temple’s option not picked up
The Brooklyn Nets are parting ways with swingman Garrett Temple.
The veteran combo guard joined the Nets last season as a free agent, but will not have his $5 million option picked up for 2020-21, reports Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports. Brooklyn marked Temple’s ninth different team in his 11-year career and he enjoyed a standout season there, posting career highs in scoring (10.3 ppg), rebounding (3.5 rpg) and assists (3.0 apg).
League sources have informed Yahoo Sports that the Brooklyn Nets have decided not to pick up the $5 million team option on guard Garrett Temple, who will now enter free agency.
— Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) November 19, 2020
When injuries struck the Brooklyn backcourt, he assumed a substantial role, stepping into the starting lineup for a duration of two months from Nov. 12 to Jan. 6.
— 2:56 p.m.
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Charlotte Hornets
Report: Bacon won’t get qualifying offer
Dwane Bacon, a third-year guard, will reportedly become an unrestricted free agent this summer, as Charlotte is said to be neglecting to provide him a qualifying offer.
According to Rod Boone from The Athletic, it was inevitable that the Hornets would part ways with Bacon who has been with them since 2017. This was after he was replaced in the starting lineup by Devonte Graham. Bacon had his best career average of 7.3 points and a 47.5% shooting rate in 2018-19. However, his performance declined last season with only 5.7 points per game and a 34.8% field goal percentage. He struggled offensively and by February, was relegated to the G League with the Greensboro Swarm.
Per a league source, #Hornets will not extend a qualifying offer to Dwayne Bacon by today's deadline, making him an unrestricted free agent. Bacon began last season as the starting shooting guard but struggled and was replaced in lineup by Devonte' Graham. Split seemed inevitable
— Rod Boone (@rodboone) November 19, 2020
— 12:10 p.m.
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Dallas Mavericks
Hardaway Jr. opting in with Mavs, per report
Luka Doncic, an All-Star for the Dallas Mavericks, and his capable partner, Tim Hardaway Jr., will continue to be a duo for 2020-21, according to Tim MacMahon from ESPN.
Tim Hardaway Jr. will return to the Mavs, having chosen to exercise his $19 million player option. His decision comes after a successful season in a starting role.
— Tim MacMahon (@espn_macmahon) November 19, 2020
After averaging 15.8 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 1.9 assists in 71 games for Dallas, the Mavs have decided to pick up Hardaway Jr.’s contract option for the upcoming season. In his second season with the Mavs, Hardaway Jr. significantly improved his 3-point shooting, increasing from 32.1% in the 2019-20 season to 39.8% in the previous season.
— 1:55 p.m.
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Mavs get Richardson from 76ers
The team has announced that Seth Curry has been acquired by the Philadelphia 76ers from the Dallas Mavericks in exchange for Josh Richardson and the 36th overall pick.
Curry, renowned for his exceptional shooting skills, is a valuable addition to the Sixers. The 30-year-old guard achieved a career-best 3-point range shot of 45.2% in the previous season. Moreover, Curry is wedded to Callie Rivers, who is the daughter of the Sixers coach, Doc Rivers.
— 11:24 p.m., Nov. 18
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Detroit Pistons
Reports: Pistons get Dedmon from Hawks
Two teams from the Eastern Conference, with hopes of making the playoffs, have reportedly negotiated a trade to address some crucial requirements.
According to several reports, the Atlanta Hawks are trading center Dewayne Dedmon to the Detroit Pistons in exchange for Tony Snell and Khyri Thomas. This trade was initially reported by Adrian Wojnarowski from ESPN. The trade allows the Hawks to gain significant salary cap space by letting go of Dedmon, who earns $13.3 million this season. Snell’s salary for the last year of his contract in 2020-21 will be $12.1 million, while Dedmon’s non-guaranteed salary for 2021-22 stands at $13.3 million.
Dedmon provides a strong frontcourt presence and rebounding skills for the Pistons on the court. He recorded an average of 8.1 points and 8.2 rebounds in his 10-game stint with the Hawks last season, following his trade from the Sacramento Kings on February 6. Dedmon’s performance in previous seasons validates his capabilities as a frontcourt player, averaging 10.8 points and 7.5 rebounds per game in 2018-19, and 10.0 points and 7.9 rebounds per game in 2017-18.
— 3:25 p.m.
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Reports: Pistons add Ariza in Draft-night trade
The Detroit Pistons reportedly have added the 16th overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft and Trevor Ariza in a trade with the Houston Rockets, according to reports from Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN and James Edwards III of The Athletic.
It is reported that the Rockets will get a future first round pick from Detroit as part of the deal.
Ariza and the 16th pick were acquired by Houston from the Portland Trail Blazers in the reported Robert Covington trade earlier this week.
— 7:33 p.m., Nov. 18
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Golden State Warriors
Reports: Warriors finalizing deal for Oubre Jr.
Multiple reports suggest that the Warriors have reportedly come to an agreement to acquire Kelly Oubre Jr. from the Thunder.
The Oklahoma City Thunder are in serious talks to move Kelly Oubre Jr. to the Golden State Warriors, sources tell @TheAthleticNBA @Stadium.
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) November 19, 2020
The Warriors will absorb Oubre Jr., and his $14.4M salary into their $17.2M trade exception once deal is done. https://t.co/GcLaIlnwNF
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) November 19, 2020
The 24-year-old forward was recently acquired by Oklahoma City in the Chris Paul trade. He averaged a career-high 18.7 points with 6.4 rebounds and 1.5 assists during 2019-20.
— 5:24 p.m.
Houston Rockets
Report: Rockets keep Nwaba
According to a report by Shams Charania of The Athletic, the Houston Rockets have chosen to take up the $1.8-million option on David Nwaba for the upcoming season.
— 4:52 p.m.
Reports: Rockets deal Ariza to Pistons
The Detroit Pistons reportedly have added the 16th overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft and Trevor Ariza in a trade with the Houston Rockets, according to reports from Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN and James Edwards III of The Athletic.
It is reported that the Rockets will obtain a future first round pick from Detroit as part of the deal.
Ariza and the 16th pick were acquired by Houston from the Portland Trail Blazers in the reported Robert Covington trade earlier this week.
— 7:33 p.m., Nov. 18
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LA Clippers
Report: Green declines player option
After declining his $5-million player option, Clippers forward JaMychal Green is set to become an unrestricted free agent, as reported by Shams Charania from The Athletic.
Los Angeles Clippers forward JaMychal Green has declined his $5M player option for the 2020-21 season and will become a free agent, sources tell @TheAthleticNBA @Stadium.
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) November 19, 2020
Green significantly contributed to the Clippers’ performance, averaging 6.8 points and 6.2 rebounds in 63 games as a reserve player.
— 5:02 p.m.
Los Angeles Lakers
Report: Cook being waived; McGee to opt in
The Los Angeles Lakers will be missing one familiar face but will welcome another one back.
Shams Charania of The Athletic reports Quinn Cook, who had a non-guaranteed deal for 2020-21, is being waived. Backup center JaVale McGee, however, is picking up his player option for 2020-21 and be back with the Lakers.
Lakers center JaVale McGee will exercise his $4.2M player option for 2020-21 season, sources tell @TheAthleticNBA @Stadium.
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) November 19, 2020
The Los Angeles Lakers are waiving guard Quinn Cook, sources tell @TheAthleticNBA @Stadium. Cook had a non-guaranteed season for 2020-21.
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) November 19, 2020
Cook, who has been under-drafted, has demonstrated his value as a reliable scorer off the bench throughout his career. In the previous season, he averaged 5.1 points and 1.2 rebounds, making 36.5% of his 3-point attempts while playing a reserve role for the Lakers. Throughout his career, he has maintained an impressive 40.7% shooting record for 3-pointers. His valuable playoff experience could make him an intriguing prospect in the 2020 free-agent market.
McGee was a starter in 68 regular-season games and 11 out of 14 playoff games, contributing to the Lakers’ 2020 NBA championship victory. He and veteran Dwight Howard alternated as centers, providing impactful minutes on occasion with All-Star player Anthony Davis. Despite Howard being an unrestricted free agent this summer and Davis intending to opt out of his contract, the Lakers are still considered the likely team to retain Davis.
— 3:03 p.m.
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Schroder officially heads to L.A.
Dennis Schroder, a guard from the Oklahoma City Thunder, has been traded to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for Danny Green and the draft rights to Jaden McDaniels. This was announced today by the Lakers’ Vice President of Basketball Operations and General Manager, Rob Pelinka.
Last season with Oklahoma City, Schröder played 65 games with two starts, averaging 18.9 points, 4.0 assists, and 3.6 rebounds. He topped the league in points scored off the bench and was runner-up in NBA Sixth Man Award voting. He also recorded career-best shooting percentages in both field goals (.469) and three-pointers (.385). Over seven seasons with Atlanta and Oklahoma City, Schröder’s career averages stand at 14.1 points, 4.6 assists, and 2.8 rebounds.
— 1 a.m.
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Miami Heat
Report: Olynyk opting in for 2020-21
Kelly Olynyk, a crucial bench player during Miami’s 2020 Finals journey, will return for the 2020-21 season.
Adrian Wojnarowski from ESPN has reported that Olynyk has chosen to return for the upcoming season. Last season, he averaged 8.2 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game, hitting a career-high of 40.6% of his 3-point shots. In the 2020 playoffs, Olynyk had an average of 7.6 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 1.1 assists per game in 17 matches. He played a significant role in Miami’s 115-104 win in Game 3 of The Finals, contributing 17 points and seven rebounds off the bench.
ESPN sources reveal that Kelly Olynyk from Miami has chosen to exercise his $13.6M player option for the 2020-21 season.
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) November 19, 2020
While Olynyk will be back, several other key players from Miami’s 2020 Finals team — a group that includes Goran Dragic, Jae Crowder, Derrick Jones Jr. and Meyers Leonard — are unrestricted free agents this summer. Veteran big man Udonis Haslem, who was also an unrestricted free agent, said he will be re-signing with Miami for 2020-21.
— 11:54 a.m.
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Milwaukee Bucks
Bucks reportedly set to waive Ilyasova
Ersan Ilyasova’s third stint in Milwaukee is concluding as he is being released.
Per Shams Charania of The Athletic, Ilyasova will be let go by the Bucks after playing for them the past two seasons. Prior to that, Ilyasova played for Milwaukee in 2006-07 and then from 2009-15 (he played in Spain from 2007-09). He was a set to be included in the reported sign-and-trade deal between the Bucks and Kings for Bogdan Bogdanovic that is now, at best, in jeopardy.
— 3:10 p.m.
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Report: Bucks’ sign-and-trade deal for Bogdanovic in flux
The highly publicized transfer of Bogdan Bogdanovic from Sacramento to Milwaukee seems to have encountered a hitch at the least, and at worst, could be completely cancelled.
Per multiple reports, the sign-and-trade deal between the Kings and Bucks that would send Bogdanovic to the Eastern Conference faces an uncertain future now. ESPN reports that Bogdanovic now plans to enter restricted free agency at 6 p.m. ET on Friday. Wojnarowski reports the Kings and Bucks had hoped to agree to the framework of the deal on Friday when negotiations between teams and players can open. However, Bogdanovic is planning to enter the free-agent marketplace and seek out other sign-and-trade scenarios.
Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee reports that a source told him “there is no deal” and “there never was a deal” even when the sign-and-trade swap broke late Monday night.
— 7:03 a.m.
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Minnesota Timberwolves
Report: Wolves in talks to reacquire Rubio
According to Jon Krawczynski from The Athletic and Adrian Wojnarowski from ESPN, the Minnesota Timberwolves are allegedly in negotiations to trade for Ricky Rubio from the Oklahoma City Thunder.
The Thunder reportedly would acquire the 17th overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft and send Rubio, the 25th and 28th overall picks to the Timberwolves.
Rubio was added by the Thunder from the Phoenix Suns in the Chris Paul trade earlier this week. The 30-year-old guard was drafted by the Timberwolves in 2009 and played the first six seasons of his career with the franchise.
During the 2019-20 season with Phoenix, Rubio averaged 13.0 points, 8.8 assists, and 1.4 steals.
— 8:48 p.m., Nov. 18
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New York Knicks
Reports: Knicks acquire Davis from Jazz
Ed Davis and two 2023 second round picks are being traded to the New York Knicks by the Jazz, as reported by Tony Jones from The Athletic and Adrian Wojnarowski from ESPN.
According to league sources cited by The Athletic, the Utah Jazz have agreed to trade Ed Davis to the New York Knicks.
— Tony Jones (@Tjonesonthenba) November 19, 2020
The Utah Jazz are trading Ed Davis and two 2023 second-round picks to the New York Knicks, sources tell @WindhorstESPN and me.
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) November 19, 2020
During the 2019-20 season, the 31-year-old center played 28 games for Utah.
— 5:55 p.m.
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Knicks pass on Portis’ option, waive Gibson and Payton
Last summer, New York tried to make a significant impact in free agency by making three moves. However, a year later, all three players that the Knicks acquired are on their way out.
The Knicks have chosen not to pick up the option on Bobby Portis and have also waived Taj Gibson, Wayne Ellington, Kenny Wooten, and Elfrid Payton. Had they been retained, Portis was due to earn $15.7 million, Gibson $10.29 million, and Payton $8 million for the 2020-21 season. This decision creates additional salary cap room for New York as the team continues to rebuild under the guidance of new General Manager Leon Rose and Coach Tom Thibodeau.
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— NY_KnicksPR (@NY_KnicksPR) November 19, 2020
In the summer of 2019, the Knicks incorporated all the veterans into a seven-player class. As they head into free agency this Friday, only Julius Randle and Reggie Bullock remain from that group. This is due to the fact that Marcus Morris was traded to the Clippers during the season.
The Knicks also chose not to exercise their option on guard Theo Pinson.
— 1:30 p.m.
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Oklahoma City Thunder
Reports: Thunder trade Oubre Jr. to Warriors
Multiple reports indicate that Oklahoma City is in the final stages of negotiating a trade to send Kelly Oubre Jr. to the Golden State Warriors.
Sources inform ESPN that Golden State is close to finalizing a deal with Oklahoma City to acquire Kelly Oubre Jr.
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) November 19, 2020
The 24-year-old forward was recently acquired by Oklahoma City in the Chris Paul trade. He averaged a career-high 18.7 points with 6.4 rebounds and 1.5 assists during 2019-20.
— 5:29 p.m.
Thunder reportedly exercise option on Diallo
It appears that Hamidou Diallo, a former winner of the AT&T Slam Dunk contest, is part of the future plans for the Thunder.
Shams Charania of The Athletic reports Oklahoma City is picking up Diallo’s $1.66 million option for 2020-21. The second-year swingman was given a larger role with the Thunder in 2019-20 and did not shrink from the opportunity. He averaged 6.9 points and 3.6 rebounds in 19.5 minutes from game after posting 3.7 ppg and 1.9 rpg in 10.3 mpg the season prior
— 1:21 p.m.
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Report: Muscala opting in with OKC
Mike Muscala, the experienced big man, has decided to skip 2020 free agency and will continue to play with the Thunder.
ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reports Muscala has opted into his deal for next season. The 2019-20 campaign was Muscala’s first with the Thunder and he averaged 4.8 points and 2.3 rebounds in a reserve role for them. Muscala began his career with Atlanta in 2013-14 and spent his first five seasons with the Hawks.
He has demonstrated reliability as a 3-point shooter throughout his career, sinking 36.8% of his attempts, and has also shown consistent performance at the free throw line with a success rate of 83.9%.
— 12:44 p.m.
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Thunder reportedly add Horford
As GM Sam Presti reconstructs the roster, Oklahoma City persists in amassing Draft picks.
According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, the Thunder have agreed to acquire veteran forward Al Horford and the rights to Serbian point guard Vasilije Micic, plus a future first round pick (2025) and the 34th overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft, from the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for Danny Green (who was reportedly acquired in the Dennis Schroder deal) and guard Terrance Ferguson.
— 6:23 p.m., Nov. 18
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Philadelphia 76ers
Sixers reportedly move Horford to Thunder
Reportedly, Daryl Morey has made his first move as the President of Basketball Operations in Philadelphia.
According to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, the Sixers have agreed to trade Al Horford and the rights to Serbian point guard Vasilije Micic, plus a future first round pick (2025) and the 34th overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft, to the Oklahoma City Thunder in exchange for Danny Green (who was reportedly acquired by OKC in the Dennis Schroder deal) and guard Terrance Ferguson.
— 6:30 p.m., Nov. 18
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Sixers add Seth Curry in trade with Mavs
Seth Curry has been traded from the Dallas Mavericks to the Philadelphia 76ers, who gave up Josh Richardson and the 36th overall pick in return.
The Sixers benefit from Curry’s top-tier shooting abilities. The guard, aged 30, achieved a career-best 3-point shooting percentage of 45.2% last season. Curry is also married to Callie Rivers, who is the daughter of Sixers coach Doc Rivers.
Last season for Philadelphia, Richardson was a key player, averaging 13.7 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 2.9 assists in 30.8 minutes.
— 11:24 p.m., Nov. 18
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Phoenix Suns
Report: Suns decline Kaminsky’s option
After the Suns team chose to decline his $5.2-million option, center Frank Kaminsky will become an unrestricted free agent, as reported by Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN.
ESPN sources reveal that the Phoenix Suns are not taking up their $5.2M team option on Frank Kaminsky. This decision leaves him as an unrestricted free agent.
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) November 19, 2020
Last season with Phoenix, the 7-footer averaged 9.7 points and 4.5 rebounds over 39 games.
Payne’s option reportedly picked up
The Phoenix Suns, who received a significant push in their playoff campaign during the NBA restart from point guard Cameron Payne, seem determined to maintain this relationship.
Per Keith Smith of Yahoo Sports, the Suns are opting into 2020-21 with Payne. The former No. 14 overall pick of the Oklahoma City Thunder in 2015, Payne had bounced around the NBA before Phoenix signed him a few weeks before the 2019-20 restart began. Joining the Suns suited him well, as he averaged career highs in points (10.9), rebounds (3.9), shooting percentage (48.5%) and 3-point percentage (51.7) in a reserve role. He is expected to return to that role in 2020-21 after Phoenix’s blockbuster trade for Chris Paul days ago.
— 1:51 p.m.
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Sacramento Kings
Reports: Bogdanovic’s sign-and-trade deal in flux
The widely publicized move of Bogdan Bogdanovic from Sacramento to Milwaukee seems to have encountered a hurdle at the least, and at the most, it might be completely off.
Per multiple reports, the sign-and-trade deal between the Kings and Bucks that would send Bogdanovic to the Eastern Conference faces an uncertain future now. ESPN reports that Bogdanovic now plans to enter restricted free agency at 6 p.m. ET on Friday. Wojnarowski reports the Kings and Bucks had hoped to agree to the framework of the deal on Friday when negotiations between teams and players can open. However, Bogdanovic is planning to enter the free-agent marketplace and seek out other sign-and-trade scenarios.
Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee reports that a source told him “there is no deal” and “there never was a deal” even when the sign-and-trade swap broke late Monday night.
— 7:03 a.m.
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Utah Jazz
Reports: Jazz trade Davis to Knicks
Reports from Tony Jones of The Athletic and Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN confirm that the Jazz have consented to trade center Ed Davis to the New York Knicks.
League sources have informed The Athletic that the Utah Jazz has reached an agreement to trade Ed Davis to the New York Knicks.
— Tony Jones (@Tjonesonthenba) November 19, 2020
The Utah Jazz are trading Ed Davis and two 2023 second-round picks to the New York Knicks, sources tell @WindhorstESPN and me.
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) November 19, 2020
Reportedly, the deal will provide the Jazz with more cap space this offseason.
— 5:58 p.m.
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