The NBA was buzzing Tuesday, but the most important sports news was from the NFL. Deshaun Watson may be facing an indefinite suspension.
NBA Roundup:
Russell Westbrook was the Los Angeles Lakers’ point guard. He opted for his $47.1 million option. Russell Westbrook was not a great player last season but looks poised for another successful season. The Lakers’ new head coach Darvin Ham will utilize Westbrook in several different ways, which could help Westbrook find the proper role on the team. Shams Charania claims that the Lakers’ front office and coaching staff want Westbrook’s experiment in Los Angeles to succeed.
“The Lakers front office & coaching staff want to see it work in Los Angeles with Russell Westbrook” ~@ShamsCharania#PMSLive pic.twitter.com/UN9vXrlo0p
— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) June 28, 2022
Detroit Pistons exchanged two potential second-round draft picks and cash incentives for the New York Knicks in exchange for center Nerlens Norel, guard Alec Burks (a 2023 second round pick), a 2020 second-round selection, six million dollars, and Alec Burks. Adrian Wojnarowski claims that the Pistons intend to use Noel, Burks and the Knicks had enough cap space to sign Jalen Brunson.
Detroit wants to use center Nerlens Norel and guard Alec Burks for next season. Troy Weaver was proud to have Noel as part of his Oklahoma City team. Burks, a veteran coach and mentor to the Pistons young guards, is a perfect fit.
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) June 29, 2022
They are interested in Gary Payton, II as the Dallas Mavericks prepare to give up Jalen Brunson to free agency with the New York Knicks. Warriors reporter Anthony Slater states that the Mavs are “considered among the most serious suitors” for Golden State Warriors guard Payton II. Brunson would be his replacement offensively, but Doncic could benefit from his defensive skills.
The Clippers have signed Ivica Zubac, center, to a $33 million, three-year extension. To be in the playoffs next season, Clippers must remain healthy. Ivica Zubac is an integral part of that run. Zubac had 10.3 points last season on average with 62.6 percent shooting and 8.5 rebounds. Zubac also made one block each game.
New York Knicks will offer Jalen Bunson, a guard for free, a four year deal valued at $110million. Free agency starts June 30th. As the Knicks are in search of a point guard to start, this was widely anticipated. Brunson wants to dictate the offense more often, and with Luka Doncic running the show in Dallas, Brunson’s game was limited.
The Knicks have cleared $30M in salary cap space to offer Dallas’ Jalen Brunson in the neighborhood of a max contract. The unloading of assets and contracts clearly shows the Knicks’ confidence that they can secure Brunson once free agency opens on Thursday.
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) June 29, 2022
NFL Roundup:
Adam Schefter reports that the Washington Commanders signed a $71 million, three-year deal with wide receiver Terry McLaurin. McLaurin didn’t miss one game last season for the first-time. McLaurin had 77 receptions, 130 targets and 1,053 yards. He also scored five touchdowns. McLaurin signed an extension to maintain his chemistry and friendship with Carson Wentz. McLaurin’s most skilled quarterback will be Wentz.
Commanders’ Terry McLaurin is signing a 3-year extension worth up to $71 million in new money that places him amongst the NFL’s top-five highest-paid WRs, sources tell ESPN. Buddy Baker and Tony Bonagura, Exclusive Sports Group, reached an agreement today with Washington SVP Rob Rogers. pic.twitter.com/9O6nxXzNXd
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) June 28, 2022
In the meantime, Deshaun Watson will be suspended indefinitely by the NFL. He was being punished because his legal team said in court that there was no basis. Watson settled 20 out of 24 civil suits that were brought against massage therapists for their sexual misconduct. On Wednesday, the hearing will resume.
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