Articles by Antonio Kozlow (2800)
Stability in Los Angeles When Luka Doncic joined the Los Angeles Lakers in February, many wondered how long the superstar would commit to the franchise. Those questions quieted in early August when Doncic signed a three-year contract extension. He now holds a player option in 2028, which he is expected to decline in order to […]
The New York Knicks enter preseason with several roster questions, and Malcolm Brogdon is at the center of them. The veteran guard signed with New York after spending much of the offseason in free agency. His contract does not guarantee a roster spot, but Brogdon is preparing as if his place is secure. “I come […]
Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Klay Thompson expressed confidence that the team can compete for an NBA championship once Kyrie Irving returns from his torn ACL. Thompson spoke at the Mavericks’ media day on Monday, emphasizing the impact of Irving’s return. “Having Kyrie back is huge,” Thompson said. “We’ve got a solid core, and adding him […]
The Miami Heat recently secured Precious Achiuwa’s return with an Exhibit 9 contract for the 2025-26 NBA season. The deal is non-guaranteed, meaning Achiuwa must earn his spot during training camp. According to league sources, the contract carries limited injury protection and won’t count toward the team’s salary cap unless Achiuwa makes the opening-night roster. […]
Historic Milestone LeBron James will make NBA history in the 2025-26 season as the first player to compete in 23 seasons, surpassing Vince Carter. For the first time in eight years with the Lakers, he enters a season on an expiring contract. James, 40, stressed that his contract status won’t affect his performance. “It will […]
Durant’s Vision with the Rockets Kevin Durant made it clear that he wants his stint with the Houston Rockets to be more than short-term. Speaking on his 37th birthday, Durant said, “I do see myself signing a contract extension. I can’t tell you exactly when that will happen, but I do see it happening.” The […]
Leonard Denies “No-Show” Claims Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard rejected allegations that he failed to perform services for Aspiration, the bankrupt green banking company that once sponsored the team. Speaking at Clippers media day in Inglewood, Leonard addressed a report from the Pablo Torre Finds Out podcast that claimed he signed a four-year, $28 […]
The New York Knicks enter the 2025–26 season with heightened expectations. After reaching their first Eastern Conference Finals in 25 years, the team looks poised to contend in a weakened East. However, not everyone is convinced they will surpass projections. A Wide-Open Conference With Tyrese Haliburton and Jayson Tatum sidelined due to Achilles injuries, the […]
The Boston Celtics officially welcomed new majority owner Bill Chisholm on Thursday, signaling the start of a new era for the historic franchise. At his introductory press conference, Chisholm promised to build on the team’s recent success while maintaining its championship aspirations. “Whatever It Takes” Chisholm, a Massachusetts native and lifelong Celtics fan, made it […]
The NBA has long embraced global expansion, but commissioner Adam Silver is now hinting at an even more ambitious future. Speaking at the Bloomberg Philanthropies Global Forum, Silver revealed that the league is exploring the launch of a European league by 2027 or 2028, one that could eventually see its teams facing off against NBA […]