NBA commissioner Adam Silver defended the league’s newest salary-cap measures on Tuesday, contending that the two-tier tax apron is achieving its goal of broadening competitive balance. He stated that the current system dispels the notion that only select markets can legitimately contend for a title, comments that come as the National Basketball Players Association signals interest in revisiting the restrictions.
Timberwolves locked in on Ball after surveying star market
Minnesota examined multiple high-profile options—reportedly including Jaylen Brown, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Josh Giddey—before turning full attention to LaMelo Ball once the Charlotte Hornets indicated a willingness to discuss a deal, The Athletic reported. President of basketball operations Tim Connelly said true point guards are rare and believes Ball’s playmaking and energy will elevate the roster. Head coach Chris Finch added that the 22-year-old fills several needs while giving Anthony Edwards another creator.
Reaves becomes lone returning playoff starter for Lakers
Austin Reaves enters the 2024-25 campaign as the only starter left from Los Angeles’ most recent postseason run following the departures of LeBron James, Marcus Smart, Deandre Ayton, Luke Kennard and Rui Hachimura. Reaves acknowledged that the overhauled roster will require new responsibilities for everyone but said he never seriously considered leaving in free agency, emphasizing that he wanted to remain with the Lakers.
Source: Hoops Wire
