National Basketball Association

2021-09-01 19:35:15 Sources: Hawks, Capela reach $46M extension
https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/32126511/atlanta-hawks-clint-capela-agree-two-year-46-million-extension-sources-say

Center Clint Capela, who averaged a double-double last season with 15.2 points and 14.3 rebounds, has reached a two-year, $46 million extension with the Hawks, sources told ESPN. Open / Comment

2021-09-01 19:34:15 Embiid denies rift: Love playing with Simmons
https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/32126467/philadelphia-76ers-joel-embiid-denies-rift-exists-ben-simmons

Joel Embiid has denied a reported "rift" with 76ers teammate Ben Simmons, writing in a series of tweets that he loves playing with the embattled star in Philadelphia. Open / Comment

2021-09-01 08:26:44 Rondo on Lakers' age: 'Wisdom' key to title run
https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/32121159/rajon-rondo-says-los-angeles-lakers-age-experience-key-another-championship-run

As he was introduced as a Los Angels Laker -- again -- on Tuesday, Rajon Rondo said the team's advanced age and experience will only help in the pursuit of another championship, noting, "I think the mind is going to be a big key in why we win this year." Open / Comment

2021-08-31 23:34:57 Rajon Rondo Returns
https://www.nba.com/lakers/news/rajon-rondo-returns

Rajon Rondo is back in Purple and Gold for the 2021-22 season. Open / Comment

2021-08-31 22:09:51 Lakers Sign Rajon Rondo
https://www.nba.com/lakers/releases/lakers-sign-rajon-rondo-2021

The Los Angeles Lakers have signed guard Rajon Rondo, it was announced today by Vice President of Basketball Operations and General Manager Rob Pelinka Open / Comment

2021-08-30 23:42:51 Dame + Shaq: The 'Shaqnosis' sneaker collaboration is here
https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/32114903/damian-lillard-shaquille-oneal-collaborate-new-shaqnosis-shoes

Damian Lillard and Shaquille O'Neal are teaming up to rebrand a classic pair of kicks. The "Shaqnosis" has a new look courtesy of the Portland Trail Blazers star and the former Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat champion and Hall of Famer. Open / Comment

2021-08-30 21:18:10 Sources: Rondo to rejoin Lakers on 1-year deal
https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/32114594/sources-rajon-rondo-plans-rejoin-los-angeles-lakers-1-year-deal-worth-26m

Once he clears waivers, veteran point guard Rajon Rondo plans to sign a one-year, $2.6 million contract to rejoin the Lakers, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. Open / Comment

2021-08-29 19:52:40 NBA to require refs to be vaccinated this season
https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/32102729/nba-referees-vaccinated-virus-season

NBA referees will be vaccinated against the coronavirus this season, and will also receive booster shots once those are recommended, the NBA announced Saturday. Open / Comment

2021-08-29 07:46:08 Sources: Rondo likely to join Lakers after buyout
https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/32103812/rajon-rondo-likely-sign-los-angeles-lakers-clearing-waivers-sources-say

The Los Angeles Lakers will likely sign Rajon Rondo, sources told ESPN, after the veteran guard agreed to a contract buyout with the Memphis Grizzlies. Open / Comment

2021-08-28 19:30:55 Agent: Love not interested in buyout with Cavs
https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/32102121/kevin-love-no-interest-negotiating-buyout-cleveland-cavaliers-agent-says

Five-time All-Star forward Kevin Love has no interest in negotiating a buyout on the two years and $60 million left on his contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers, his agent, Jeff Schwartz of Excel Sports, told ESPN on Saturday. Open / Comment