Trade Rumors: Mavs, R. Lopez, Hawks, Wizards, Pistons, More
2022/02/trade-rumors-mavs-r-lopez-hawks-wizards-pistons-more.htmlWith Harrison Barnes looking like a good bet to stay with the Kings through the deadline, Richaun Holmes and Marvin Bagley III are the Sacramento players most often identified by rival teams as candidates to be moved in the next few hours, says Sam Amick of The Athletic. … The Hawks may have a quiet deadline, with John Collins appearing increasingly unlikely to be dealt, but they remain on the lookout for a backup point guard, Moore reports.
Trade Rumors: Harden, Simmons, Barnes, Dragic, Fournier, Hawks
2022/02/trade-rumors-harden-simmons-barnes-dragic-fournier-hawks.htmlAlthough the Kings continue to explore potential trades involving forward Harrison Barnes, they've told teams they're not interested in packages heavy on future assets, per Chris Mannix of SI.com (Twitter link). … The Hawks have been frequently mentioned in trade rumors in recent weeks, with players like John Collins and Danilo Gallinari cited as candidates to be on the move.
Sixers, Nets Haven’t Engaged In Recent Trade Talks
2022/02/sixers-nets-havent-engaged-in-recent-trade-talks.htmlIn trade discussions with the Hawks and Kings, the Sixers broached the idea of attaching Tobias Harris to Simmons, but they haven't engaged in many talks about Harris beyond that, Fischer says.
Windhorst/MacMahon’s Latest: Jazz, Pelicans, Fox, Mavs, Grizzlies
2022/02/windhorst-macmahons-latest-jazz-pelicans-fox-mavs-grizzlies.htmlAs the trade deadline nears, the Pelicans have been "pretty active looking to buy," according to Windhorst, who reports that New Orleans has talked to the Trail Blazers, Kings, Rockets, and Hawks about CJ McCollum, De'Aaron Fox, Eric Gordon, and Kevin Huerter, respectively.
Stein’s Latest: Collins, Hawks, Poeltl, Turner, Fox, Lopez
2022/02/steins-latest-collins-hawks-poeltl-turner-fox-lopez.htmlDespite the Kings' insistence that they want to keep De'Aaron Fox and build around him and Tyrese Haliburton, Stein says numerous teams still believe Sacramento would be willing to part with Fox. … Hawks big man John Collins appears increasingly unlikely to be traded before next Thursday's deadline, Marc Stein writes in his latest Substack article.
Pelicans Rumors: Barnes, Covington, Alexander-Walker, Hayes, Hart
2022/02/pelicans-rumors-barnes-covington-alexander-walker-hayes-hart.htmlScotto reports that New Orleans is expressing interest in several trade candidates, including Kings forward Harrison Barnes and Trail Blazers forward Robert Covington. … Noting that Josh Hart is a player worth keeping an eye on because of his strong play this season and his team-friendly contract structure, Scotto says the Hawks are among the teams that are fans of Hart.
Jerami Grant Will Return On Tuesday
2022/02/jerami-grant-could-return-on-tuesday.htmlHe has been linked to a variety of teams, including the Hawks, Kings, Lakers, Trail Blazers, Knicks, Jazz, Wizards, Celtics, Pacers and Timberwolves.
Pacific Notes: Moon, Barnes, AD, LeBron, Johnson
2022/01/pacific-notes-moon-barnes-ad-lebron-johnson.htmlThe Kings are in a tailspin, losing 12 of their last 14 games to fall to 18-32 on the season, 13th in the West, and Harrison Barnes is understandably frustrated with the team's performance, per Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee. … You can go down the list," Barnes said after posting 28 points and nine rebounds in the loss to the Hawks on Wednesday.
Western Trade Rumors: Kings, Pelicans, D. White, Mavs, More
2022/01/western-trade-rumors-kings-pelicans-d-white-mavs-more.htmlThe Kings are still expected to make some sort of major move ahead of this year's trade deadline in an effort to strengthen their roster for a postseason push, writes Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report. … The Spurs received a call from the Hawks about guard Derrick White, Fischer reports.
Blazers Rumors: McCollum, Powell, Covington, Patterson
2022/01/blazers-rumors-mccollum-powell-covington-patterson.htmlThe Trail Blazers are considered one of the NBA's most active teams in trade discussions leading up to the February 10 deadline, according to Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report, who says the Hawks, Pacers, Kings, and Pelicans also fall into that group.
Hawks, Kings Considered Strong Suitors For Jerami Grant
2022/01/trade-rumors-jerami-grant-john-collins.htmlThe Hawks and Kings are viewed as "strong" suitors for Pistons forward Jerami Grant, sources tell Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report. … Fischer also says the Hawks are more actively shopping John Collins, according to league sources.
Latest On Ben Simmons
2022/01/latest-on-ben-simmons-11.htmlThe Kings and Hawks are among the teams that have been most engaged with the 76ers as of late, with the Hornets also inquiring on Simmons, per The Athletic's report. … Philadelphia has asked Sacramento for a package that includes Tyrese Haliburton and multiple first-round picks, and wants John Collins and multiple first-rounders from Atlanta, according to Charania and Amick, who hear that the Sixers would also want the Hawks to take on Tobias Harris' pricey contract.
Community Shootaround: Play-In Tournament
2022/01/community-shootaround-play-in-tournament-2.html11-13 seeds, the Pelicans (17-28), Kings (18-30) and Spurs (17-29). … Those teams are the Raptors (22-21), Wizards (23-23), Celtics (23-24), Knicks (23-24) and Hawks (20-25).
Latest On Kings’ Pursuit Of Ben Simmons
2022/01/latest-on-kings-pursuit-of-ben-simmons.htmlAfter Sam Amick of The Athletic reported that Ben Simmons appears to be "front and center" in the Kings' trade deadline plans and said the team is open to acquiring Tobias Harris along with Simmons, Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer has published a report with more details on Sacramento's pursuit of the Sixers' star. … According to Pompey, before sending Cam Reddish to New York, the Hawks considered offering John Collins, Reddish, and a first-round pick for Simmons, but the Sixers brought Harris' name into discussions, ending those talks.
Trade Rumors: Simmons, Kings, Blazers, Rockets, THT, Jazz
2022/01/trade-rumors-simmons-kings-blazers-rockets-tht-jazz.htmlAmick, adding some extra details to his previous reporting on Simmons and the Kings, says the Sixers' point guard appears to be "front and center" in Sacramento's deadline plans, ahead of Domantas Sabonis. … Unlike Sacramento, the Hawks appear to have "zero interest" in taking on Harris along with Simmons in a John Collins-centric trade, says Amick.
Western Notes: Curry, Green, Porter Jr., Kings, Kuminga
2022/01/western-notes-curry-green-porter-jr-kings-kuminga.htmlThe Kings didn't get involved in the Knicks-Hawks trade involving Cam Reddish for a variety of reasons, as James Ham of ESPN 1320 explains (via Twitter).
Fischer’s Latest: McCollum, Powell, Simmons, Turner, Hawks, Schroder
2022/01/fischers-latest-mccollum-powell-simmons-turner-hawks-schroder.htmlThe Sixers have discussed three-team packages with the Kings, Pacers and Timberwolves, but none of those teams can offer a star that Philadelphia sees as equal value for Simmons. … The Hawks are willing to consider a major upheaval before the deadline, with a rival assistant GM telling Fischer that he believes everyone except Trae Young and Clint Capela are available.
Latest On Ben Simmons
2022/01/latest-on-ben-simmons-10.htmlConfirming a recent ESPN report, Sam Amick of The Athletic says the Sixers have indeed explored including Tobias Harris in a potential Ben Simmons trade, broaching the idea in discussions with at least the Hawks and Kings. … In a pair of articles for PhillyVoice.com, Kyle Neubeck considers whether the Hawks would make sense for the Sixers as a Simmons trade partner and unpacks the latest rumors about Harris.
COVID-19 Updates: McMillan, Casey, Dieng, Suns, Holmes, More
2022/01/covid-19-updates-mcmillan-casey-dieng-suns-holmes-more.htmlRichaun Holmes has cleared the protocols and is headed to the Kings' G League affiliate in Stockton for some reconditioning work, says James Ham of ESPN 1320 (Twitter links). … Hawks coach Nate McMillan was back at practice with the team on Tuesday, according to Sarah K.
Charania’s Latest: Collins, Simmons, Celtics, Pacers, Wall, Cavs
2022/01/charanias-latest-collins-simmons-celtics-pacers-wall-cavs.htmlBesides Atlanta, the Kings, Trail Blazers, Timberwolves, and Pacers are among the clubs still in the mix for Simmons, according to Charania, who says the Sixers don't appear any closer to moving the Defensive Player of the Year runner-up than they were prior to the season. … Hawks big man John Collins has grown increasingly frustrated with his role in Atlanta, multiple sources tell Shams Charania of The Athletic.
Southwest Notes: Valanciunas, Pelicans, Brooks, G. Green
2022/01/southwest-notes-valanciunas-pelicans-brooks-g-green.htmlHe proposes deals involving the Hawks' Cam Reddish, the Kings' Buddy Hield, the Magic's Terrence Ross and the Thunder's Mike Muscala and Kenrich Williams.
COVID-19 Updates: Hachimura, Roby, Grizzlies, Bucks, Robsinon, Suns, Nance, Hawks
2022/01/covid-19-updates-hachimura-roby-grizzlies-bucks-robsinon-suns-nance-hawks.htmlhas cleared the league's coronavirus protocols and will be available to play tonight against the Kings, per Aaron J. … Hawks guard Bogdan Bogdanovic and small forward Jalen Johnson have exited health and safety protocols, writes Sarah K.
2021/22 In-Season NBA Trades
2022/01/2021-22-in-season-nba-trades.htmlKings acquire Donte DiVincenzo, Josh Jackson, Trey Lyles, the Kings' 2024 second-round pick (from Pistons), and the draft rights to David Michineau. … Hawks acquire Kevin Knox and the Hornets' 2022 first-round pick (top-18 protected).
COVID-19 Updates: Doncic, SGA, Robinson, Hawks, Nuggets, More
2022/01/covid-19-updates-doncic-sga-robinson-hawks-nuggets-more.htmlKings center Richaun Holmes has also entered the protocols, sources tell Wojnarowski (Twitter link). … Nate McMillan is the latest head coach to be placed in protocols, the Hawks tweeted.
Grizzlies Sign DaQuan Jeffries To 10-Day Contract
2022/01/grizzlies-sign-daquan-jeffries-to-10-day-contract.htmlHe has appeared in 44 games the past two seasons with the Kings and Rockets, averaging 4.0 PPG and 2.0 RPG in 14.4 MPG. … Jeffries was playing for Atlanta's G League team, the College Park Skyhawks, prior to signing the 10-day deal.