On July 7, the Oklahoma City Thunder officially announced that they had acquired Indiana Pacers star Paul George and sent Victor Oladipo and Demantas Sabonis to Indianapolis in a package.
After George informed the Pacers that he would go to the Lakers next summer, the Pacers began trying to trade George before he left. Before reaching a deal with the Thunder, the Pacers had successively negotiated with the Lakers, Celtics and Cavaliers.
The team has launched negotiations to trade George.
According to US reporter Jeff Goodman, on draft night not long ago, the Celtics tried to acquire George with three future first-round picks plus the team's two starters (including Jae Crowder), but
The Pacers ultimately did not accept the trade offer.
This deal is a win-win for the Pacers and Thunder, and it also benefits George a lot, so there is no problem.
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On July 7, the Houston Rockets officially announced the signing of free agent P.J. Tucker.
Tucker was traded in the middle of the season last season. He averaged 7.7 points, 5.7 rebounds and 1.6 assists in his career.
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On July 7, the Toronto Men's Dragons officially announced that they had completed a contract extension with Serge Yinbaka, who joined the team before the trade deadline last season. The Spanish insider will stay in Toronto.
"I'm very excited about the skills and intangible assets Yinbaka brings to the team," said Yujili, the president of the Mongolian Dragons. "He is one of the best offensive and defensive power forwards in the league. His ability is very important to today's NBA."
It is a valuable asset.”
After the All-Star Game last season, Yin Baka was traded to the Denver Nuggets by the Magic. In the 23 games he subsequently played for the team, Yin Baka averaged 14.2 points and 6.8 rebounds per game. In the first round of the playoffs, when the Bucks were eliminated, Yin Baka
Averaged 12.8 points, 8.3 rebounds and 2.3 blocks per game.
However, facing the Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference semifinals, Yin Baka's efficiency dropped significantly. Although he averaged 16.5 points per game, his shooting percentage dropped to 48.3%. In addition, he only averaged 3.8 rebounds per game. He played in 56 games for the Magic last season.
, Yin Baka averaged 15.1 points and 6.8 rebounds per game.
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On July 8, the Toronto Rams officially announced that the team had reached a multi-year contract extension agreement with three-time All-Star point guard Kyle Lowry.
Although there were many suitors, including the 76ers and Timberwolves, Lowry ultimately decided to stay in Toronto.
"Lowry has been a very important part of the team's success over the past five years," said Toronto Raptors president Yojiri. "During his time in Toronto, he has grown and improved significantly.
I'm excited that he's willing to continue helping us chase the championship."
Lowry has helped the Bengals reach the playoffs in the past five seasons. The youngster and his agent, Andy Miller, have been discussing a contract extension with the Bengals this week.
Since joining the Menglong, Lowry has entered the peak period of his personal career, averaging 22.4 points, 7 assists and 4.8 rebounds per game last season.
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On July 7, the Houston Rockets officially announced that the team officially signed Zhou Qi, a player from China.
"Zhou Qi has the potential to become the best Chinese player since Yao Ming. I am very excited that he can join the Rockets family. We will continue to explore his talent and potential."
Zhou Qi, who is 7 feet 1 inches tall, was selected by the Rockets with the 43rd overall pick in 2016. Last season he played for the CBA's XJ team and helped the team successfully win the first championship trophy in team history. Last season he
He averaged 16 points and 10 rebounds per game and shot 58.6% from the field.
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On July 8, the Detroit Pistons officially announced that they would trade Marcus Morris in exchange for Avery Bradley and a 2019 second-round draft pick from the Celtics.
This deal can help the Celtics free up some salary space to sign free agent Gordon Hayward on a four-year, $128 million contract.
Bradley is currently executing the last year of his contract, but whether he is suitable for the Celtics' long-term salary structure is still unknown. The Pistons are likely to offer Bradley a contract extension, which is also true.
is what it needs.
For a long time, Pistons coach Stan Van Gundy has been hoping to get a combo guard like Bradley, and his arrival has also made the Detroit management's decision on whether to renew Pope's contract easier.
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On July 14, Washington Wizards President Ernie Grunfield officially announced today that the team has matched the contract offer provided by the Brooklyn Nets for forward Otto Porter, keeping the 24-year-old young forward.
to Washington.
"Otto (Porter) has grown into an important member of our young core, which is why we have made it so clear to keep him as our top priority this summer and continue the success of this combination into the next year.
season and beyond," Grunfield said in an official statement. "His versatility, basketball IQ and three-point shooting allow him to grow into an important part of our game on the court, and his character and dedication to the community make him even more so.
We are very pleased to have him as a cornerstone of the team."
Last season in the regular season, Porter played a total of 80 times for the Wizards. He averaged 32.6 minutes per game, scoring 13.4 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.5 steals, and his shooting percentage reached 51.6%.
According to previous news, the Nets provided Porter with a four-year contract with a total value of US$100 million.
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On July 26, the Cleveland Cavaliers officially announced the signing of free agent and 2011 regular season MVP Derrick Rose.
According to previous media reports, Rose signed a one-year veteran's minimum salary contract with the Cavaliers, worth $2.1 million.
According to Wo Shen's report, Rose had a pleasant conversation with LeBron James, which ultimately led him to make the decision to join the Cavaliers.
Rose played for the New York Knicks last season, averaging 32.5 minutes per game, averaging 18 points, 3.8 rebounds and 4.4 assists, while shooting 47.1% from the field.
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On July 8, the Golden State Warriors officially announced the signing of free agent Nick Young.
At the media meeting, a reporter mentioned a tweet posted by Nick Young in 2016: "I hate Warriors fans." Then Nick Young laughed and said: "Maybe my phone was hacked. Now the hacker problem is
It’s a big deal.”
The 32-year-old Nick Young played 60 times for the Lakers last season, including 60 starts (a career high). He averaged 13.2 points, 2.3 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 25.9 minutes per game, a career single-season high.
He made 170 three-pointers with a shooting percentage of 40.4%. In the 10 seasons of his career, he played for the Wizards, Clippers, Lakers, 76ers and other teams, playing a total of 636 games (including 193 starts).
He averaged 12.0 points, 2.0 rebounds and 1.0 assists per game.
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On July 13, the Golden State Warriors officially announced that they had signed a contract with Israeli shooter Omi Casspi. It is reported that Casspi's contract is a one-year veteran's minimum salary.
Casspi is known for his superb shooting skills. In the 2015-16 season, he once staged a three-point contest with Stephen Curry in the game between the Kings and the Warriors. The two made a total of 9 three-pointers in 3 minutes and 45 seconds.
Among them, Curry hit 5 three-pointers and Casspi hit 4 three-pointers, which is breathtaking and impressive.
A player who once scored three-pointers against Curry now chooses to stand by Curry's side.
Casspi's career three-point shooting percentage is 36.7%.
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According to news from the Warriors official website on August 2, the Warriors announced today that the team officially renewed the contract with backup center JaVale McGee.
Last season was McGee's first season with the Warriors. He played 77 games for the team, averaging 6.1 points and 3.2 rebounds in 9.6 minutes per game, and his shooting percentage was a career-best 65.2%.
In the 10 games McGee started, he averaged 9.8 points and 5.2 rebounds in 16.4 minutes per game. Among the PER values of all centers in the league, McGee's 25.3 was second only to Timberwolves core Towns.
In 16 playoff games, McGee's shooting percentage was a league-best 73.2%.
As the 18th pick in 2008, McGee has played for the Wizards, Nuggets, 76ers, Mavericks and Warriors in his career. In the 493 games he played, he averaged 7.8 points, 5 rebounds and 1.58 blocks per game.
According to Bay Area media, McGee received a one-year veteran's basic salary this time.
