Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young believes he'd already be one of the greatest players in NBA histor...

Atlanta Hawks guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/60633" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/60633">Trae Young</a> believes he'd already be one of the greatest players in NBA history - if only he were taller."If I was 6-(foot)-8, I feel like I would be the best player to ever play this game," Young <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jBuUBgcmuzY&amp;ab_channel=triplej">said</a> on the "Million Dollaz Worth of Game" podcast. "Just because of my mentality and the way I play, the smartness I have on this game."Young added that he used to hate players who leaned on height as their only skill on the court.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Listed at 6-foot-1, Young has averaged 25.5 points over six NBA seasons. He finished twice in the top 10 for points per game in a campaign, averaging a career-high 29.6 points across 60 contests in 2019-20.The three-time All-Star also said there are challenges playing at his height."There's a lot of deficiencies. ... It's tough. I'm playing in a big man's game."Young guided the Hawks to the Eastern Conference finals in 2021 as part of three straight playoff appearances. However, Atlanta missed the postseason last campaign, finishing 36-46.The Hawks host the Nets on Oct. 23 to open the season.

ATLANTA, GA - JANUARY 15: Trae Young #11 of the Atlanta Hawks handles the ball during the game against the San Antonio Spurs on January 15, 2024 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE

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Los Angeles Lakers big man Christian Wood will be re-evaluated in eight weeks after undergoing a ...

Los Angeles Lakers big man <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/30890" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/30890">Christian Wood</a> will be re-evaluated in eight weeks after undergoing a successful arthroscopic surgical procedure on his left knee, the team announced Monday.Wood injured the knee in February and underwent surgery a month later. He missed the team's final 26 regular-season games and five playoff contests.Prior to the injury, the 28-year-old averaged 6.9 points and 5.1 assists in a reserve role for the Lakers. He joined L.A. last offseason, signing a two-year contract with the franchise.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Wood holds career averages of 13.6 points and seven rebounds in 339 contests. He went undrafted in 2015 after spending two seasons at UNLV.The Lakers finished the last campaign with a 47-35 record and were bounced in the first round of the playoffs. The franchise parted ways with head coach Darvin Ham and replaced him with former sharpshooter JJ Redick.The Lakers will host the Minnesota Timberwolves on Oct. 22 to open the 2024-25 season.

NEW ORLEANS, LA - DECEMBER 31: Christian Wood #35 of the Los Angeles Lakers shoots a three point basket during the game on December 31, 2023 at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE

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Veteran wing Evan Fournier is signing a two-year contract worth more than $4 million with Greek E...

Veteran wing <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///fiba/players/24232" href="https://thescore.com/fiba/players/24232">Evan Fournier</a> is signing a two-year contract worth more than $4 million with Greek EuroLeague club Olympiacos, sources told <a href="https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/1830640835546988684">The Athletic's Shams Charania</a>.Fournier recently competed with the French men's national basketball team at the Olympics, helping Les Bleus win a silver medal.The 31-year-old split last season between the New York Knicks and Detroit Pistons. He played sparingly for the Knicks but averaged 7.2 points per game in 29 contests with the Pistons.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Fournier played 12 seasons in the NBA, beginning with the Denver Nuggets. He was traded in 2014 to the Orlando Magic, where he spent the majority of his career. Fournier ranks eighth in most points in franchise history (7,049) and ninth in games played (435).The Magic traded him in 2021 to the Boston Celtics, where he finished the season before joining the Knicks in a sign-and-trade deal.Over his career, Fournier is averaging 13.6 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 2.5 assists.The Frenchman is the second NBA player to join the Greek club this summer after 2023 EuroLeague MVP Sasha Vezenkov, who was bought out by the Toronto Raptors in July.

PARIS, FRANCE - AUGUST 10: Evan Fournier of France during the match between the USA and France during the Men's Gold Medal Game on day fifteen of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Bercy Arena on August 10, 2024 in Paris, France.

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Center Ivica Zubac agreed to a three-year, $58.6-million contract extension with the Los Angeles ...

Center <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/52287" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/52287">Ivica Zubac</a> agreed to a three-year, $58.6-million contract extension with the Los Angeles Clippers, his representation told <a href="https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/41059737/clippers-ivica-zubac-reach-3-year-586m-extension-agents-say">ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski</a>.Zubac will earn the maximum available to him for a three-year extension, according to Wojnarowski. He's now locked down for the next four seasons.The Croatian averaged a career-high 11.7 points and 9.2 rebounds for the Clippers last season. His game improved in the playoffs, averaging 16.2 points in the first round against the Dallas Mavericks.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Los Angeles lost <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/1889" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/1889">Paul George</a> in the offseason but re-signed <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/351" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/351">James Harden</a> to a two-year deal and added veterans <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/412" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/412">Nicolas Batum</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/45396" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/45396">Derrick Jones Jr.</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/70216" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/70216">Kevin Porter Jr.</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/24864" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/24864">Kris Dunn</a>.Zubac has spent the majority of his career with the Clippers after coming over in a trade with the rival Los Angeles Lakers in 2018.

LOS ANGELES, CA - JANUARY 10: LA Clippers center Ivica Zubac (40) during a NBA basketball game against the Toronto Raptors on January 10, 2024 at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA.

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The Memphis Grizzlies announced Friday that forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/110272" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/110272">GG Jackson</a> will undergo surgery next week after sustaining a broken fifth metatarsal in his right foot.The injury occurred earlier this week in Dallas when Jackson landed unstably on his foot while attempting a contested layup.Jackson averaged 14.6 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 1.2 assists in 48 games for the Grizzlies last season. The 19-year-old was named to the All-Rookie second team for his efforts.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Memphis was plagued by injuries last year. Star guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/62077" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/62077">Ja Morant</a> appeared in nine games, while <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/93901" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/93901">Desmond Bane</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/44933" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/44933">Luke Kennard</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/24740" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/24740">Marcus Smart</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/45655" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/45655">Brandon Clarke</a> also missed significant portions of the campaign. The team missed the playoffs, finishing the season 27-55.The Grizzlies drafted Jackson 45th overall in 2023.

MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - APRIL 12: GG Jackson #45 of the Memphis Grizzlies during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers at FedExForum on April 12, 2024 in Memphis, Tennessee.

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The Boston Celtics are signing former Brooklyn Nets wing Lonnie Walker IV to a one-year contract,...

The Boston Celtics are signing former Brooklyn Nets wing Lonnie Walker IV to a one-year contract, his representation told <a href="https://x.com/wojespn/status/1828949505711939938">ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski</a>.Walker will compete for a roster spot after signing an Exhibit 10 deal, sources told <a href="https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/1828954161083212032">The Athletic's Shams Charania</a>. The Celtics would pay him a bonus if he is waived after training camp and plays for the team's G League Affiliate, the Maine Red Claws.The 25-year-old averaged 9.7 points and shot 38% on 3-pointers in 58 games with the Nets last season.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Walker is the only external free agent signed by the defending champions this summer. Boston brought back <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/93902" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/93902">Xavier Tillman</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/30792" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/30792">Luke Kornet</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/96106" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/96106">Neemias Queta</a> on new deals, while extending <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/52651" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/52651">Jayson Tatum</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/32925" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/32925">Derrick White</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/96027" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/96027">Sam Hauser</a>.The former University of Miami wing started his career with the San Antonio Spurs, who selected him 18th overall in the 2018 NBA Draft. He also spent one season with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2022-23, averaging 14.7 points as a starter before suffering knee tendinitis.

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MARCH 16: Lonnie Walker IV #8 of the Brooklyn Nets drives to the basket in the game against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on March 16, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

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Los Angeles Clippers head coach Ty Lue is ready to silence the doubters after losing Paul George ...

Los Angeles Clippers head coach Ty Lue is ready to silence the doubters after losing <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/1889" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/1889">Paul George</a> to the Philadelphia 76ers in free agency."When you lose a guy of Paul George's stature, instantly people (think), oh, they can't win or they're not going to be competitive," Lue said to <a href="https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/41008920/ty-lue-team-usa-lessons-shape-la-clippers-paul-george">ESPN's Ohm Youngmisuk</a>. "But that just challenges me even more. OK, people are counting us out or people don't think we're going to be good. That right there just gives me an extra dose of (motivation)."Lue added: "I can't wait to prove everybody wrong."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>George, a three-time All-Star with the Clippers, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/2934129" href="https://thescore.com/news/2934129">signed</a> a four-year, $212-million contract with the Sixers after L.A. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/2934047" href="https://thescore.com/news/2934047">announced</a> that he wouldn't return to the club next season. The organization was unwilling to give him a fourth year on a prospective deal or a no-trade clause.Meanwhile, the franchise committed to Lue, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/2919907" href="https://thescore.com/news/2919907">reportedly</a> signing him to a five-year extension worth $70 million."When you lose an important piece like Paul, you gotta do it by committee," Lue said. "He's a very huge defensive player for us, handling the ball, scoring the basketball, making plays. So losing him is going to be tough."The Clippers added <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/45396" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/45396">Derrick Jones Jr.</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/412" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/412">Nic Batum</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/24864" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/24864">Kris Dunn</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/70216" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/70216">Kevin Porter Jr.</a> over the summer. They also brought back <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/351" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/351">James Harden</a> on a two-year, $70-million contract.Over five seasons with the franchise, the star tandem of George and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/4200" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/4200">Kawhi Leonard</a> only made it out of the first round on two occasions, peaking with a Western Conference finals appearance in 2021. They were ousted in the first round in 2023 and 2024.The Clippers will host George and the 76ers at their brand new arena, the Intuit Dome, on Nov. 6.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 21: Head coach Tyronn Lue and Paul George #13 of the LA Clippers react from the sideline during the first half against the Brooklyn Nets at Crypto.com Arena on January 21, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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Kings forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/38429" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/38429">Domantas Sabonis</a> wasn't expecting <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/53736" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/53736">Malik Monk</a> to return to Sacramento over the summer. "I was actually very surprised (he stayed)," Sabonis said Sunday, according to <a href="https://x.com/James_HamNBA/status/1827824369206452619">James Ham of The Kings Beat</a>. "I was talking to him a lot during the year, and I thought we really lost him, but I'm happy he stayed."Regarded as one of the top guards on the market, Monk avoided free agency by signing a four-year, $78-million contract with the Kings. The franchise held Monk's exclusive negotiating rights and could offer the 26-year-old a deal between the end of the NBA Finals and free agency's start.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The runner-up for last season's Sixth Man of the Year, Monk averaged a career-best 15.4 points, 5.1 assists, and 2.9 rebounds.The Kings missed the postseason in 2023-24 after breaking their 16-year drought the prior campaign. Sacramento added former All-Star <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/470" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/470">DeMar DeRozan</a> over the summer to pair alongside Sabonis, Monk, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/53733" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/53733">De'Aaron Fox</a>.

SACRAMENTO, CA - MARCH 12: Malik Monk #0 and Domantas Sabonis #10 of the Sacramento Kings talk during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks on March 12, 2024 at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE

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Atlanta Dream center Tina Charles passed nine-time All-Star Tina Thompson for second on the WNBA'...

Atlanta Dream center <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///wnba/players/23103" href="https://thescore.com/wnba/players/23103">Tina Charles</a> passed nine-time All-Star Tina Thompson for second on the WNBA's all-time scoring list during Atlanta's 72-63 win over the Phoenix Mercury on Wednesday night.Charles made a three to reach 7,491 career points and recorded 12 points, a season-high 17 rebounds, and three assists in the victory.The veteran center needed 10 points to pass Thompson entering the game.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
A look at the three-pointer that moved Tina Charles into 2nd all-time in scoring 🙌<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WelcometotheW?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WelcometotheW</a> <a href="https://t.co/Qapr9qLEoE">pic.twitter.com/Qapr9qLEoE</a>— WNBA (@WNBA) <a href="https://twitter.com/WNBA/status/1826425947526218161?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 22, 2024</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>The Dream momentarily stopped the game to celebrate her accomplishment.Charles, 35, surpassed 2011 MVP and 10-time All-Star Tamika Catchings for third on the scoring list in July.Charles is averaging 14 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 1.9 assists this campaign for the Dream. The eight-time All-Star joined Atlanta after going unsigned last season.She holds career averages of 17.9 points, 9.3 rebounds, 2.2 assists, and a block over 14 seasons. Charles also ranks second on the all-time rebounds list behind Sylvia Fowles.Mercury guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///wnba/players/23080" href="https://thescore.com/wnba/players/23080">Diana Taurasi</a> ranks first in points in WNBA history with 10,497 over her career. She scored three points in Wednesday's defeat.The Dream have won their last three games, bringing them to 10-17 on the season.

ATLANTA, GA - AUGUST 21: Tina Charles #31 of the Atlanta Dream looks on during the game against the Phoenix Mercury on August 21, 2024 at Gateway Center Arena at College Park in Atlanta, Georgia. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE

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Jaylen Brown is ready to help the Boston Celtics defend their championship in 2024-25.  "Last yea...

<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/45455" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/45455">Jaylen Brown</a> is ready to help the Boston Celtics defend their championship in 2024-25."Last year is over," Brown told <a href="https://x.com/NBCSCeltics/status/1825986107634340261">Monte Poole of NBC Sports Bay Area</a>. "We celebrated, we had a good time, it's been an awesome summer ... but it's over with, and now it's back to work."Now we've got the target on our back, everybody's trying to come after us, and I'm like, 'Come on.' So, it's back to work, and I'm looking forward to next season."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The Celtics claimed a league-record 18th title by defeating the Dallas Mavericks in June. Brown won Finals MVP honors, averaging 20.8 points, 5.4 rebounds, five assists, and 1.6 steals over five contests.Despite his stellar play, Brown was passed over for teammate <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/32925" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/32925">Derrick White</a> as <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/4200" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/4200">Kawhi Leonard</a>'s injury replacement on Team USA for the Olympics. White and fellow Celtics <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/52651" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/52651">Jayson Tatum</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/383" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/383">Jrue Holiday</a> helped the Americans win gold in Paris.The Celtics will open the upcoming campaign at home against the New York Knicks on Tuesday, Oct. 22.

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MAY 23: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics dribbles the ball during the third quarter in Game Two of the Eastern Conference Finals at TD Garden on May 23, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts.

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South Sudan head coach Royal Ivey said that referees showed bias in favor of Serbia as the Bright Stars lost 96-85 and were eliminated from their first-ever Olympic competition."They shot 31 free throws, we shot six free throws?" Ivey said, according to <a href="https://apnews.com/article/2024-olympics-basketball-ab86a7d90b15aeb2244373e6ee6cda18">Kyle Hightower of The Associated Press</a>. "Let's tell the story. Let's tell the real story, because that's a travesty. How do they shoot 31 free throws and we shoot six free throws? How?"My guys were out there giving their all, blood, sweat, and tears, and you tell me how we shot six free throws? We shot one free throw in the second half."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Serbia shot 18 free throws in the first half and 13 in the second. Despite the difference in free throw attempts, South Sudan beat Serbia in attempted field goals 78-53.The Bright Stars needed to win or lose by less than three points to advance to their nation's first-ever Olympic quarterfinals.Luol Deng, the president of the country's basketball federation, said that the disparity in free throws was "deliberate.""I know Serbia is known for basketball, they've been great for many years," Deng said. "The way, the style the guards play, it's almost like the ref knows them. It's okay if the refs know certain players to let them play their style. As soon as our guys play their style, they're getting fouls every time."South Sudan went 1-2 in group play, with its lone win coming in its opening matchup against Puerto Rico. Team USA beat the Bright Stars by 17 points in the next game, enacting some measure of revenge after South Sudan almost defeated the Americans in an exhibition leading up to the Paris Games.With the victory, Serbia qualified for the quarterfinals and will face Australia on Tuesday.

LILLE, FRANCE - AUGUST 03: Head coach Royal Ivey of Team South Sudan reacts during a Men's basketball group phase-group C game between Serbia and South Sudan on day eight of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Stade Pierre Mauroy on August 03, 2024 in Lille, France.

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After conquering an Olympic group featuring Spain, Australia, and Greece, Canada's <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///olybbm/players/60411" href="https://thescore.com/olybbm/players/60411">Shai Gilgeous-Alexander</a> likes his country's chances in the men's basketball quarterfinals."I think we're well-tested, well-tested for the next round," Gilgeous-Alexander said after Team Canada's 88-85 win over Spain, according to <a href="https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/video/9.6469168">CBC</a>. "Obviously good teams await in the next round. We think we're just as good and we're ready to go against whoever."Canada went undefeated against what was dubbed the "Group of Death" in the opening stages of the Paris Games, beginning with a 7-point victory over <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///olybbm/players/30611" href="https://thescore.com/olybbm/players/30611">Giannis Antetokounmpo</a> and Greece. Three days later, the Canadians secured a 10-point victory over Australia, FIBA's fifth-ranked team in the world.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Team Canada eliminated Spain with the win, marking the second-straight Olympics where La Roja, the second-best team in the FIBA rankings, won't play for a medal.Despite leading for the majority of the game, the Canadians' lead was cut to one point with 2.7 seconds left. Gilgeous-Alexander eventually went to the line to seal the game, capping off his 20-point performance."Obviously they got hot late in the game," Gilgeous-Alexander said. "They're a good team, that's what's going to happen with good players, best players in the world. We're at the Olympics, but we did a good job of finding a way to win. We got enough stops, not as many as we would like, but we got enough to get a W."Team Canada's quarterfinal opponent has yet to be determined. If Serbia beats South Sudan by more than three points and the United States beats Puerto Rico, the Canadian side will likely face host country France in a rematch of the 2000 quarterfinals. The former team lost by five in that game, which marked the last time it appeared at the Olympics.

LILLE, FRANCE - JULY 30: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Canadian Mens National Team looks on during the game on July 30, 2024 at the Stade Pierre Mauroy in Paris, France. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE

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The Philadelphia 76ers are looking to add another veteran to the roster.The franchise is interested in potentially signing one of Davis Bertans and Marcus Morris Sr. to fill the 14th roster spot, sources told <a href="https://www.inquirer.com/sixers/sixers-marcus-morris-dvis-bertns-nba-free-agency-cleveland-cavaliers-20240801.html?utm_source=t.co&amp;utm_campaign=edit_social_share_twitter_traffic&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=&amp;int_promo=">Keith Pompey of the Philadelphia Inquirer</a>.The 76ers can only sign either player to the one-year, veteran-minimum salary worth $3.3 million. They're likely to keep a roster spot open during the season.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Morris played with the Sixers this past season after he was acquired from the Clippers as part of the <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/351" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/351">James Harden</a> trade. He spent 37 games in Philadelphia before being dealt to the Indiana Pacers as part of the <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/24735" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/24735">Buddy Hield</a> trade. The 34-year-old was later waived and signed a 10-day deal with the Cleveland Cavaliers in March, where he closed out the campaign.The Cavaliers are prepared to offer Morris nearly double the league minimum, according to Pompey. The Charlotte Hornets, Detroit Pistons, Miami Heat, New Orleans Pelicans, and Minnesota Timberwolves have also shown interest.Morris, who was born in Philadelphia, averaged 6.4 points and 2.7 rebounds last season. "Being home … I just felt so free," Morris said. "I just felt so much love. So it’s like, yeah, man, I would definitely entertain coming back. I just hope … we can get something going hopefully."Bertans spent time with the Oklahoma City Thunder and Charlotte Hornets over the 2023 campaign and averaged 6.7 points. The Latvian forward is a career 39% shooter from three.The Sixers swung big in the offseason, signing All-Star forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/1889" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/1889">Paul George</a> to a four-year deal. They also retained <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/93855" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/93855">Tyrese Maxey</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/37666" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/37666">Kelly Oubre Jr.</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/160" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/160">Kyle Lowry</a> while adding <a href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/12400">Andre Drummond</a>, <a href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/37653">Caleb Martin</a>, <a href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/199">Eric Gordon</a>, and <a href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/874">Reggie Jackson</a> in free agency.

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JANUARY 15: Marcus Morris Sr. #5 of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts during the third quarter against the Houston Rockets at the Wells Fargo Center on January 15, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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New Philadelphia 76ers wing <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/1889" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/1889">Paul George</a> knew that he might play with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/31932" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/31932">Joel Embiid</a> one day.George complimented his new teammate at his introductory press conference Tuesday after signing a <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/2934129" href="https://thescore.com/news/2934129">reported</a> four-year, $212-million deal to join the Sixers from the Los Angeles Clippers in free agency."I thought everything aligned perfectly. ... I think we got a real legitimate shot (of winning a title)," George <a href="https://x.com/sixers/status/1815798025714823350">said</a>. "I've always been a fan of <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/93855" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/93855">Tyrese (Maxey)</a> and Joel from afar, and Joel has secretly been one of my closest All-Star Game friends. It kinda felt inevitable that we would link up and be teammates. I'm all-in."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>George said that before the offseason, Embiid said he wanted them to have a close relationship even if they remained on different teams, according to <a href="https://x.com/SixersAdam/status/1815801442902446213">Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice</a>."For him to open up to me, it felt right," George said.George leaves the Clippers after five seasons. He joined the franchise to team up with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/4200" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/4200">Kawhi Leonard</a>, and the duo won three playoff series between 2019-24. The team lost in the first round in the last two seasons.The 34-year-old forward <a href="https://x.com/TheDunkCentral/status/1815802539754876995">described</a> part of his Clippers experience on his podcast, saying that he felt like he was playing for the "B-team" in L.A. compared to the Lakers.Now George teams up with Embiid and Maxey to create a formidable Big Three in the Eastern Conference. The franchise retained key pieces in Maxey, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/37666" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/37666">Kelly Oubre Jr.</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///olybbm/players/160" href="https://thescore.com/olybbm/players/160">Kyle Lowry</a> while also adding veterans <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/12400" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/12400">Andre Drummond</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/37653" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/37653">Caleb Martin</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/199" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/199">Eric Gordon</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/874" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/874">Reggie Jackson</a> in free agency."No better place to do it, to win in, than Philadelphia to me," George <a href="https://x.com/sixers/status/1815803531493872101">said</a>. "With the fan base, just the passion that goes into sports here in Philadelphia, there's really no other place I wanted to align with and win in."

LOS ANGELES, CA - JANUARY 17: Philadelphia 76ers Center Joel Embiid (21) is guarded by Los Angeles Clippers Forward Paul George (13) during a NBA game between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Los Angeles Clippers on January 17, 2023 at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA.

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Veteran point guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/874" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/874">Reggie Jackson</a> was waived by the Charlotte Hornets, the team announced.Jackson plans to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers upon clearing waivers, sources told <a href="https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/40624162/reggie-jackson-sign-philadelphia-76ers">ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski</a>.The floor general played last season with the Denver Nuggets, who traded him to the Hornets on Day 2 of the NBA draft. Jackson, 34, had one year worth $5.3 million left on his deal.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>He averaged 10.2 points and 3.8 assists for the Nuggets last season after winning a ring with Denver in 2023.Jackson holds career averages of 12.6 points and 4.2 assists over 13 seasons in the Association.The Sixers made the splash of the offseason by signing nine-time All-Star <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/1889" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/1889">Paul George</a>. George and Jackson played together for the Los Angeles Clippers from 2020-23.Philadelphia has also added veterans <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/37653" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/37653">Caleb Martin</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/199" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/199">Eric Gordon</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/12400" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/12400">Andre Drummond</a> in free agency. The franchise re-signed <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/93855" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/93855">Tyrese Maxey</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/37666" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/37666">Kelly Oubre</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///olybbm/players/160" href="https://thescore.com/olybbm/players/160">Kyle Lowry</a>, and KJ Martin.

DENVER, CO - APRIL 29: Reggie Jackson #7 of the Denver Nuggets dribbles the ball during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers during Round One Game Five of the 2024 NBA Playoffs on April 29, 2024 at the Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE

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The Dallas Mavericks are signing free-agent guard Spencer Dinwiddie to a one-year contract, sources told <a href="https://twitter.com/ShamsCharania/status/1815430276698251354">The Athletic's Shams Charania</a>.Dinwiddie previously played with the Mavericks in 2022 after they acquired him as part of the Kristaps Porzingis trade. The veteran guard played an important role in Dallas' run to the Western Conference finals that season, averaging 14.2 points during the playoffs.Dallas sent him to the Brooklyn Nets in the 2022-23 campaign as a key piece in the Kyrie Irving trade.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Dinwiddie spent last season between the Nets and Los Angeles Lakers, averaging 10.5 points, 4.7 assists, and 2.7 rebounds. Dallas made The Finals last campaign for the first time since 2011, losing in five games to the Boston Celtics. In addition to Dinwiddie, the Mavs have also acquired <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/5334" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/5334">Klay Thompson</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/94259" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/94259">Naji Marshall</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/96039" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/96039">Quentin Grimes</a> this offseason.

LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 25: Spencer Dinwiddie #26 of the Los Angeles Lakers dribbles the ball during the game against the Denver Nuggets during Round 1 Game 3 of the 2024 NBA Playoffs on April 25, 2024 at Crypto.Com Arena in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE

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Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James will serve as Team USA’s male flag bearer for the openi...

Los Angeles Lakers superstar <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/72" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/72">LeBron James</a> will serve as Team USA’s male flag bearer for the opening ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics on Friday.James’ Olympic teammate and NBA rival Stephen Curry nominated him for the role. Other American Olympians then picked James to carry the U.S. flag during the ceremony, making him the first men’s basketball player to do so. Two women’s basketball players have held the distinction - Dawn Staley at the Athens Games in 2004, and Sue Bird at the Tokyo Games in 2021. "It's an incredible honor to represent the United States on this global stage, especially in a moment that can bring the whole world together," James said in a statement, according to <a href="https://apnews.com/article/olympics-2024-lebron-james-flagbearer-c06c923974bb9d336883410a581636db">Tim Reynolds of The Associated Press</a>. <div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"For a kid from Akron, this responsibility means everything to not only myself, but to my family, all the kids in my hometown, my teammates, fellow Olympians and so many people across the country with big aspirations. Sports have the power to bring us all together, and I’m proud to be a part of this important moment."James, 39, has won two gold medals with Team USA - in the 2008 and 2012 Olympics in Beijing and London, respectively. The NBA’s all-time leading scorer also collected a bronze medal at the 2004 Games in Athens. The women’s flag bearer will be announced on Tuesday. The American Olympic contingent will be part of a new-look opening ceremony in which Olympians will sail in a flotilla along the River Seine toward the Eiffel Tower as part of a six-kilometer route. Team USA begins its quest for a gold medal against Serbia on Sunday.

LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 20: LeBron James #6 of Team USA celebrates during the game against South Sudan as part of the 2024 USA Basketball Showcase on July 20, 2024 in London, England at O2 Arena. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE

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Former Toronto Raptors guard Gary Trent Jr. has agreed to a one-year deal with the Milwaukee Bucks, his representation told <a href="https://x.com/wojespn/status/1813293651969311045">ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski</a>.Trent will reunite with his former Portland Trail Blazers teammate <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/5343" href="https://www.thescore.com/nba/players/5343">Damian Lillard</a> in Milwaukee. The tandem played 2.5 seasons together before Portland traded Trent and Rodney Hood to the Raptors for Norman Powell in 2021.The 25-year-old averaged 13.7 points, 2.6 rebounds, 1.7 assists, and 1.1 steals per game with the Raptors last season. He shot 39% from three, making 2.5 per game. However, it was a relatively down campaign for the Duke product as he averaged 17.4 points per contest in Toronto in 2022-23.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Trent is the Bucks' biggest signing in free agency up to this point. They also added veterans <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/30765" href="https://www.thescore.com/nba/players/30765">Delon Wright</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/24646" href="https://www.thescore.com/nba/players/24646">Taurean Prince</a>. Milwaukee lost <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/44947" href="https://www.thescore.com/nba/players/44947">Malik Beasley</a> to the Detroit Pistons, while Patrick Beverley plans to <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/2940203" href="https://www.thescore.com/news/2940203">sign</a> with Israel's Hapoel Tel Aviv.The Bucks finished 49-33 last season, including 17-19 with coach Doc Rivers, and were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs by the Indiana Pacers. Franchise star <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/30611" href="https://www.thescore.com/nba/players/30611">Giannis Antetokounmpo</a> missed the postseason due to a calf injury.The Raptors pivoted to other options on the perimeter, drafting Baylor guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/121673" href="https://www.thescore.com/nba/players/121673">Ja'Kobe Walter</a> with the 19th pick and exercising <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/52805" href="https://www.thescore.com/nba/players/52805">Bruce Brown</a>'s player option for next season.

TORONTO, ON - MARCH 25: Gary Trent Jr. #33 of the Toronto Raptors looks on against the Brooklyn Nets during the second half of their basketball game at the Scotiabank Arena on March 25, 2024 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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Boston Celtics star <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/45455" href="https://www.thescore.com/nba/players/45455">Jaylen Brown</a> said that he called teammate <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/32925" href="https://www.thescore.com/nba/players/32925">Derrick White</a> to clear the air after the Finals MVP wasn't chosen to replace Los Angeles Clippers forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/4200" href="https://www.thescore.com/nba/players/4200">Kawhi Leonard</a> on Team USA.Both players were left off the original selection for the 12-man roster. When Leonard had to <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/2938051" href="https://www.thescore.com/news/2938051">leave</a> the Olympic squad, the Americans selected White as his replacement."I called Derrick right away," Brown said, according to <a href="https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/40572373/jaylen-brown-derrick-white-good-brown-team-usa-jabs">ESPN</a>. "Just to make sure there's no confusion, my love for you (White) and all of that. He knew that, and he did. You don't always gotta make everything public. Me and D-White are good."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Brown sent out posts on social media after White's addition to Team USA was reported. One post was directed at Nike, a sponsor of USA Basketball, as the Celtics forward eluded that the footwear company played a role in his omission. "There'll be more stuff to come with that but as of now I'm not going to comment on it," Brown said.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
🧐🧐🧐— Jaylen Brown (@FCHWPO) <a href="https://twitter.com/FCHWPO/status/1811069891299918281?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 10, 2024</a>
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</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>Brown has been critical of Nike in the past, questioning the company's concern about ethics.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Since when did Nike care about ethics? <a href="https://t.co/f8t2eY994v">https://t.co/f8t2eY994v</a>— Jaylen Brown (@FCHWPO) <a href="https://twitter.com/FCHWPO/status/1590809442656088064?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 10, 2022</a>
</blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>Team USA director Grant Hill <a href="https://x.com/MikeAScotto/status/1811216630569222451">said</a> last week that Nike played no role in the decision for Leonard's replacement, and that it was a difficult choice to select White over many talented players in the United States.Brown averaged 23 points, 5.5 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 1.2 steals last season for the Celtics.

BOSTON, MA - MAY 7: Jaylen Brown #7 high fives Derrick White #9 of the Boston Celtics during the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers during Round 2 Game 1 on May 7, 2024 at the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE

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The Milwaukee Bucks are among several teams interested in signing free agent wing Gary Trent Jr., league sources told <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5638084/2024/07/15/lauri-markkanen-brandon-ingram-trade-contract-latest-nba-notes/">The Athletic's Shams Charania</a>.Trent is exercising patience to find the best opportunity for his seventh season in the NBA, according to Charania. He's considered the top player remaining in free agency.His previous team, the Toronto Raptors, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/2938095" href="https://www.thescore.com/news/2938095">reportedly</a> did not offer him a contract over the summer, clearing him to sign elsewhere. Trent averaged 13.7 points on 39.3 shooting from deep with the Raptors last season.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The Bucks are in the market for a new starting shooting guard after losing <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/44947" href="https://www.thescore.com/nba/players/44947">Malik Beasley</a> to the Detroit Pistons. If the 25-year-old were to sign with Milwaukee, he could reunite with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/5343" href="https://www.thescore.com/nba/players/5343">Damian Lillard</a> in the backcourt, as the two spent 2.5 seasons together with the Portland Trail Blazers.Milwaukee is also expected to set up a free agent workout this week in Las Vegas, with 11-year veteran Will Barton among the players slated to participate, according to Charania.The Bucks added veterans <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/30765" href="https://www.thescore.com/nba/players/30765">Delon Wright</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/24646" href="https://www.thescore.com/nba/players/24646">Taurean Prince</a> in free agency.Milwaukee finished 49-33 in the Eastern Conference. The franchise parted ways with coach Adrian Griffin despite his 30-13 record, replacing him with veteran bench boss Doc Rivers, who led the team to a 17-19 record. The injury-ridden Bucks lost to the Indiana Pacers in the first round of the playoffs.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 20: Gary Trent Jr. #33 of the Toronto Raptors shoots the ball during the second half against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on January 20, 2024 in New York City. The Knicks won 126-120. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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