Dio Nikiforos

Dio is a former semiprofessional hoops addict who grew up overseas watching Peja Stojakovic drain shot after shot after shot... He has been a scout with Netscouts International Basketball and brings to the table more than 10 years of identifying talent at every possible level (I told you not to draft Darko!)

Rumor: Celtics keeping close eye on Andre Drummond

By Dio Nikiforos / October 27, 2020

The Celtics are monitoring the contract situation involving center Andre Drummond and could be a possible trade partner should the Cavs decide to make a move, according to Evan Dammarell of Forbes.

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Rumor: Gordon Hayward could opt out of contract?

By Dio Nikiforos / October 27, 2020

Celtics forward Gordon Hayward could opt out of his contract in search of a long-term deal, according to several NBA analysts, including Zach Lowe of ESPN.

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Kyrie Irving says he has recovered from his shoulder injury

By Dio Nikiforos / October 21, 2020

Appearing on Kevin Durant’s podcast, Kyrie Irving said that he’s healthy and ready to go after shoulder surgery that ended his season last year after just 20 appearances.

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Tilman Fertitta says there is no reason to 'blow up' Rockets' roster

By Dio Nikiforos / October 21, 2020

For all the changes to the Rockets since last season, with the departure of head coach Mike D’Antoni and GM Daryl Morey, owner Tilman Fertitta said on Tuesday that the stars of his roster will remain.

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Rumor: Pistons could have trade market for Blake Griffin

By Dio Nikiforos / October 21, 2020

Zach Lowe of ESPN said on his podcast that the Pistons are going to have a market for Blake Griffin.

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Rumor: Bulls may be looking to move up in draft

By Dio Nikiforos / October 20, 2020

Tom Haberstroh of NBC Sports is reporting that the Bulls may be trying to move up on the draft with their sights set on a prospect who could offer immediate help.

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Report: Heat to show interest in Jerami Grant

By Dio Nikiforos / October 20, 2020

The Heat are expected to have an interest in Nuggets forward Jerami Grant in free agency, according to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald.

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Windhorst: Nets, Pelicans discussed Jrue Holiday trade at deadline

By Dio Nikiforos / October 20, 2020

Brian Windhorst of ESPN is reporting that the Nets and the Pelicans held talks before the 2020 deadline centered around Jrue Holiday.

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Windhorst: Nuggets continue to signal Michael Porter Jr. is untouchable

By Dio Nikiforos / October 20, 2020

Brian Windhorst of ESPN is reporting that if the Nuggets make a bold move to upgrade their roster via a trade, it almost certainly won't be including Michael Porter Jr. in a deal, as he remains untouchable.

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Report: Warriors contemplating whether to use $17.2 million trade exception

By Dio Nikiforos / October 20, 2020

The Warriors are likely to use their $17.2 million trade exception only for a "special opportunity," according to Anthony Slater of The Athletic.

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Report: Cavs, Andre Drummond not close to an extension

By Dio Nikiforos / October 20, 2020

Andre Drummond and the Cavs remain "far apart" in discussions regarding a long-term contract extension, according to Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com.

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Report: Enes Kanter most likely to opt out, test free agency

By Dio Nikiforos / October 13, 2020

Jared Weiss of The Athletic is reporting that Enes Kanter is likely to opt-out of his contract for next season and test the market.

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Brett Brown resigns from Australian national team

By Dio Nikiforos / October 13, 2020

Brett Brown has stepped down as head coach of the Australian national team.

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International Spotlight: Deep League Report Cards

By Dio Nikiforos / October 10, 2020

There are plenty of international superstars, but what about the up-and-comers?

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Rumor: Kevin Knox would have to be included in a deal for Chris Paul

By Dio Nikiforos / October 7, 2020

The Knicks would have to trade Kevin Knox in a potential deal for Chris Paul, according to Marc Berman of the New York Post.

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