NBA

Suns Eyeing A New Starting Center

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4 months ago

May 22, 2025

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According to Jake Fischer, the Phoenix Suns are adding to their laundry list of issues and needs, as they are targeting a new starting center to go alongside Devin Booker and their soon-to-be remodeled roster.

Jusuf Nurkic flamed out after former head coach Mike Budenholzer no longer talked to him or cared to have a relationship with him. Phoenix then acquired Nick Richards for the remaining 36 games he was able to play in.

Despite giving up draft capital and an aging veteran for Richards, Phoenix desires for a new center that fits their starting lineup better. This would force Richards to be their backup. He is under contract through the 2025-26 season.

There has been no indication of when they’ll begin their search, or who they are even trying to pursue via trade or free agency this offseason.

Phoenix continues to search for a new head coach and what to do with Kevin Durant, who has been on the trade block/rumors since the deadline.

Heat

Precious Achiuwa & Heat Have Mutual Interest In A Deal

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1 day ago

September 8, 2025

Joshua

According to multiple reports, the Miami Heat are looking to address their frontcourt depth needs and they have locked eyes on potentially acquiring Precious Achiuwa.

Both sides have mutual interest in one another, as the 25-year-old wrapped up his one-year, $6 million contract with the New York Knicks.

Last season saw a slight dip in statistical productivity from Achiuwa, as he was down in both points and rebounds.

If Miami were to waive Terry Rozier, then they would have enough room to sign a player like Achiuwa. They currently don’t have enough room for even a veteran minimum contract signing.

Ben Simmons

Ben Simmons Rejects Knicks Contract Offer

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1 day ago

September 8, 2025

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According to Marc Stein, the New York Knicks have shown legit interest in Ben Simmons and wanted him on their team, however, the 29-year-old rejected their contract offer.

With New York only able to offer minimum contracts, Simmons didn’t want that, as he is looking for a contract that is above league minimum.

Last week, reports came out that Simmons former agent, Bernie Lee, no longer wanted to represent him and decided to cut ties.

The 2024-25 season saw Simmons only playing in 51 games with the Los Angeles Clippers and Brooklyn Nets. During that span, he averaged 5.0 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 5.6 assists in 22.0 minutes.

Since Simmons does not want to sign with the Knicks, the only other team who should legit interest in him are the Boston Celtics.

Ben Simmons

Ben Simmons Considering Retirement

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5 days ago

September 4, 2025

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According to multiple reports, current free agent Ben Simmons is legitimately considering retirement and is weighing his all his options. This comes after he found out he wouldn’t be making the same money he used to on his old contract, or even close to it.

ESPN’s Brian Windhorst says Simmons could only receive non-guaranteed minimum salary contracts from organizations. This and combined lack of interest from majority of the league has left Simmons in a tough spot.

Since entering the league back in 2017, Simmons has career averages of 13.1 points, 7.4 rebounds, 7.2 assists.

Following his fallout with the Philadelphia 76ers, Simmons has been non-existent and has completely fallen off. The league no longer sees him as a franchise contributor or “that guy.”