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Giannis Antetokounmpo signs massive contract extension with Milwaukee Bucks Giannis Antetokounmpo yesterday signed a multi-year extension with the Milwaukee Bucks. Per multiple reports, Giannis’ contract extension is a “supermax” deal for five years, $228 million. “This is a big moment for me and my family and I want to thank the Bucks organization for believing in us,” said Antetokounmpo. “You took a chance on us eight years ago and now putting my signature on a contract like this ...

In G League, Long Island Nets name Bret Brielmaier as head coach The Long Island Nets, the NBA G League affiliate of the Brooklyn Nets, have named Bret Brielmaier as the team’s head coach. Brielmaier becomes the fourth head coach in Long Island history after spending the last four seasons as an assistant coach with the Brooklyn Nets. “Bret has been an integral part of the Nets family for the past four seasons, and we are thrilled that he’ll be coaching the Long Island Nets,” said Long I...

Grizzlies sign Zhaire Smith and Bennie Boatwright, waive Jahlil Tripp and Marko Guduric The Memphis Grizzlies have signed guard Zhaire Smith and forward Bennie Boatwright. At the same time, the team waived guards Jahlil Tripp and Marko Guduric. Listed at 6-foot-3, 205 lbs,. Smith over the course of two NBA seasons has appeared in 13 games (two starts) with the Philadelphia 76ers, averaging 3.7 points and 1.2 rebounds in 11.0 minutes per game. He’s also played in the G League, where for the De...

On the Detroit Pistons preseason opening night scene The Pistons went above and beyond in their quest to make their first home preseason game feel as regular as possible in the wake of coronavirus-related restrictions. The team hosted the Knicks Friday on NBA preseason opening night, and will host them again today. Here’s the Detroit Free Press on what the preseason opening night scene was like in Detroit: After walking into an NBA arena for the first time in nine months Friday, the most surp...

Mavericks waive Jose Juan Barea The Dallas Mavericks have waived guard Jose Juan Barea. Per the Dallas Morning News, “Mavericks general manager Donnie Nelson on Thursday confirmed that the team will be releasing veteran guard Barea. ESPN on Wednesday reported the expected roster move. “A little bit of a sad day in Mavs-ville as we say goodbye to J.J. Barea,” Nelson told reporters via Zoom. “We’ve had an incredible, amazing ride with J.J. … He, in a lot of respects, has been the hear...

Nuggets promote Wes Unseld Jr. to Associate Head Coach The Denver Nuggets promoted Wes Unseld Jr. to Associate Head Coach today. “We are extremely fortunate to have Wes as part of our organization,” stated Connelly. “He’s one of the most respected coaches in our league, and for good reason. He’s a tireless worker with a fantastic mind for the game. He’s been a vital part of our success and will make a fantastic head coach in the very near future.” “Wes is extremely deserving of ...

Thunder sign rookie forward Aleksej Pokusevski The Oklahoma City Thunder have signed rookie forward Aleksej Pokuševski. Drafted first round (17th overall) in the 2020 NBA draft, Pokuševski’s draft rights were acquired from the Timberwolves as part of a three-team trade on November 20. According to the Oklahoman, “the Thunder now has 18 players under contract for this season, not counting its two players on two-way contracts.” Pokuševski (7-0, 195) averaged 10.8 points, 7.9 rebounds, 3....