Chris Paul responded to the decision by the Phoenix Suns to trade him in a package for Bradley Beal in an interview with the New York Times. Paul repeatedly referenced how Mat Ishbia and Isiah Thomas wanted to go in a different direction. Ishbia said in February that Thomas doesn't have an official role with the Suns. "It's just - it's tough," Paul told Sopan Deb. "Seriously, … [Read more...] about Chris Paul: Mat Ishbia, Isiah Thomas ‘Wanted To Go In Different Direction’
Heat Offered Kyle Lowry, Duncan Robinson, First-Round Picks For Bradley Beal
The Miami Heat offered Kyle Lowry, Duncan Robinson, and several first-round picks for Bradley Beal, sources told David Aldridge and Josh Robbins of The Athletic. The Wizards traded Beal to the Suns for a package including Chris Paul, Landry Shamet, and draft picks. The Heat are now reportedly focused on potentially trading for Damian Lillard this offseason. … [Read more...] about Heat Offered Kyle Lowry, Duncan Robinson, First-Round Picks For Bradley Beal
Wizards Motivated To Complete Bradley Beal Trade Quickly In Case Damian Lillard Requests Trade
The Washington Wizards are moving relatively quickly to complete a trade of Bradley Beal. Not only is that driven by the approaching 2023 NBA Draft, followed a week or so later by the opening of free agency. But the Wizards are also worried about what could happen if Damian Lillard were to request a trade from the Portland Trail Blazers. Marc Stein reports that the Miami Heat, … [Read more...] about Wizards Motivated To Complete Bradley Beal Trade Quickly In Case Damian Lillard Requests Trade
Bradley Beal Receives Permission From Wizards To Speak With Teams About Trade
Bradley Beal and his representatives have received permission from the Washington Wizards to speak with teams he has interest in being traded to, sources tell Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report. Beal has not requested a trade, but the two sides appear heading for an exit. Beal has a no-rade clause, which gives him the authority to veto and approve any potential trades. The Miami … [Read more...] about Bradley Beal Receives Permission From Wizards To Speak With Teams About Trade
Raptors, Wizards Explore Trading Into Top-3
The Toronto Raptors and Washington Wizards have explored moving up into the top-3, sources tell Kevin O'Connor of The Ringer. The Charlotte Hornets own the No. 2 pick, while the Portland Trail Blazers are at No. 3. Next week's draft has a clear second tier behind Victor Wembanyama in Scoot Henderson and Brandon Miller. The Raptors have a number of potential trade candidates in … [Read more...] about Raptors, Wizards Explore Trading Into Top-3