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James Foglio

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James is a Basketball Insiders contributor. He earned his bachelor's degree in English and Creative Writing from Southern New Hampshire University. James enjoys watching sports and helping gamblers win money.

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NBA Rumors: Clippers to trade Norman Powell, Marcus Morris

According to the latest NBA rumors, the Los Angeles Clippers and Boston Celtics have been negotiating a three-team trade package; two L.A. players on the block include Norman Powell and Marcus Morris. However, Boston has not found a third team to trade with. “The Clippers have been looking for a new home for Marcus Morris […]

James Foglio  •  05 Jul 2023
Bol Bol released by Magic, becomes unrestricted free agent

Bol Bol has been waived by the Orlando Magic, according to sources. The 7-foot-2 power forward is now an unrestricted free agent. He was selected 44th overall by the Miami Heat in the 2019 NBA Draft out of the University of Oregon. The Sudan native was then traded to the Denver Nuggets for cash and […]

James Foglio  •  04 Jul 2023
NBA flopping penalty, extra coach’s challenge in effect for 2023 Summer League games

The NBA announced that the league will test the flopping penalty and the extra coach’s challenge during the 2023 Summer League games. On Tuesday, July 11, the NBA Board of Governors is scheduled to vote on the approval of rule changes that include flopping and coach’s challenges. If the new changes are approved, they will […]

James Foglio  •  04 Jul 2023
Trail Blazers not interested in Heat trade package for Damian Lillard

The Portland Trail Blazers are not entertaining the latest trade package put forth by the Miami Heat to acquire Damian Lillard. Portland G.M. Joe Cronin is asking for more than Tyler Herro and draft picks to send the seven-time All-Star to South Beach. “The Trail Blazers are ‘not impressed’ with the Heat’s trade offer for […]

James Foglio  •  04 Jul 2023
Celtics sign Dalano Banton to a two-year, $4.2 million contract

The Boston Celtics have signed former Toronto Raptors guard Dalano Banton to a two-year, $4.2 million contract, per sources. Banton, 23, was selected 46th overall by the Raptors in the 2021 NBA Draft out of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The 6-foot-9 guard is projected to earn $2,019,706 in 2023-24 and $2,196,970 in 2024-25. As part […]

James Foglio  •  04 Jul 2023
Celtics, Jaylen Brown discussing contract extension

The Boston Celtics and Jaylen Brown are negotiating a contract extension, but it’s unclear how much the team is offering the two-time All-Star. Brown, 26, is eligible to sign a five-year, $270 million supermax extension this offseason. “The sides are talking,” said ESPN’s Brian Windhorst on Monday. “This is obviously a very important, fragile deal. […]

James Foglio  •  04 Jul 2023
Grizzlies sign Derrick Rose to a two-year, $6.55 million contract

The Memphis Grizzlies have signed former New York Knicks guard Derrick Rose to a two-year, $6.55 million contract, per sources. Rose, 34, was selected first overall by the Chicago Bulls in the 2008 NBA Draft out of the University of Memphis. In the 2007-08 season with the Tigers, the guard averaged 14.9 points, 4.5 rebounds, […]

James Foglio  •  04 Jul 2023
Bulls, Torrey Craig agree to a two-year, $5.37 million contract

The Chicago Bulls and former Phoenix Suns forward Torrey Craig have agreed to a two-year, $5.37 million contract, per sources. His deal includes a player option. Craig, 32, went undrafted out of USC Upstate in 2014. He signed with the Cairns Taipans of the National Basketball League (NBL) for the 2014-15 NBL season. In 32 […]

James Foglio  •  03 Jul 2023
Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards agree to a five-year max extension worth $260 million

The Minnesota Timberwolves and Anthony Edwards have agreed to a five-year, $205.9 million designated rookie max extension that could be worth as much as $260 million, announced WME agents Bill Duffy and Joe Branch. Edwards was selected first overall by Minnesota in the 2020 NBA Draft. “I’m humbled, appreciative and excited to remain in Minnesota […]

James Foglio  •  03 Jul 2023
Pacers, Tyrese Haliburton agree to a five-year max extension worth up to $260 million

The Indiana Pacers and Tyrese Haliburton have agreed to a five-year, $205.9 million designated max contract extension worth up to $260 million, according to agents Dave Spahn and Aaron Mintz of Creative Artists Agency (CAA). Haliburton’s new deal is set to begin in the 2024-25 season. The 6-foot-5 guard is estimated to receive $35.5 million […]

James Foglio  •  03 Jul 2023