LOS ANGELES, United States (AFP) — NBA free agency rules need to be revised after a wild week of deals saw superstar talent shifts and player trade demands, league commissioner Adam Silver said Tuesday. Speaking in Las Vegas after team owners meetings at the NBA Summer League, Silver said it was clear talks had been underway about major moves long before the NBA opened its official negotiating period. News of Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving […]
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Green spat won’t affect future – Durant
LOS ANGELES, United States (AFP) — Golden State Warriors star Kevin Durant said his recent bust-up with team-mate Draymond Green will not be a factor as he debates whether to stay with the franchise in 2019. Durant is one of the biggest names to enter free agency next year, and can opt to remain with the Warriors or seek a fresh move away from the reigning NBA champions. The 30-year-old’s future with the Warriors came […]
NBA: Wade set for a return to his Chicago roots
NEW YORK, United States (AFP) – Dwyane Wade, a three-time NBA champion with Miami, is set to join his hometown Chicago Bulls following 13 seasons with the Heat, the US media reported Wednesday night. The 34-year-old free agent and 12-time all star reportedly baulked at a two-year, $40 million deal from the only franchise he has known. His new deal will reportedly pay him $47.5 million over two years, with a player option in year two. […]
NBA: Durant confirms Golden State move
LOS ANGELES, United States (AFP) – Oklahoma City Thunder superstar Kevin Durant confirmed Monday he is joining the Golden State Warriors, adding another potent weapon to an already formidable offense spearheaded by Stephen Curry. Durant, the most coveted NBA free agent, announced his move on the Players’ Tribune website after what he described as the “most challenging few weeks in my professional life.” The 27-year-old forward said he was joining the Warriors to enhance his growth as […]





