How Jimmy Butler landed with the Warriors, and why Kevin Durant was ‘blindsided’ by trade talks
One team was desperate to end an embarrassing saga. Another was desperate to appease its stars. Another was desperate to extend its flailing dynasty. Here’s how it all went down.
Dubs tout Butler’s impact in debut: ‘He’s a force’
After Jimmy Butler’s 25-point debut, the Warriors lauded the impact of his presence on the court and how he gives the team a “swagger” that it has been missing this season.
Risers and fallers: Risacher, Buzelis ready for big jump
Steve Alexander identifies who is trending upwards and who might decline in fantasy after an eventful NBA trade deadline.
Trade deadline fallout: Winners and losers, new roles and more
Our experts break down the fantasy angles of every notable trade deadline deal that went down, including Doncic-Davis and more.
Grizz star Morant’s dad ejected for berating refs
Grizzlies star Ja Morant’s father was ejected in Saturday’s home loss to the Thunder for being “overtly disrespectful” to the officiating crew.
‘Unacceptable’: Brunson, Knicks routed by Celts
The New York Knicks, who opened their season with a blowout loss in Boston, entered Saturday viewing their rematch with the defending-champion Celtics as a pre-All-Star-break measuring stick, but they were routed again, this time by the score of 131-104.
Lakers-Hornets trade nixed; Williams fails physical
The trade between the Hornets and Lakers for Mark Williams has been rescinded after the 7-foot center failed L.A.’s physical exam, sources told ESPN.
Giannis to remain sidelined vs. Sixers due to calf
Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo, who is dealing with tightness in his left calf, with miss his fourth straight game Sunday against the Sixers.
AD exits dominant debut with lower-body injury
Anthony Davis exited his debut for the Dallas Mavericks early after suffering what the team called a “lower-body injury.”
Hawks request waivers on newly acquired Hyland
The Atlanta Hawks requested waivers on guard Bones Hyland on Saturday, just two days after the guard was obtained from the Clippers in a deal at the NBA trade deadline.