Heavy Sports • 3rd February 2026

Bombshell Update On LeBron James’ Lakers Future: ‘Ready To Move On’

The future of LeBron James with the Los Angeles Lakers has been in question for the entire season since he picked up his player option with the team, set to become a free agent this summer.While the initial comments from his agent, Rich Paul, signaled that his time with the team could be coming to an end, recent reports are only fueling the fire that James will be leaving the Lakers after this season.The latest news is only further evidence that the relationship between the league’s all-time lea...

Heavy Sports • 2nd February 2026

76ers Get Surprising Update On Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Rumors

The four teams predicted to be leading the race for Giannis Antetokounmpo in NBA trade rumors are the Golden State Warriors, New York Knicks, Miami Heat, and Minnesota Timberwolves, according to insider Shams Charania, but little has been made about the potential of the Philadelphia 76ers going after the Milwaukee Bucks’ superstar.Initially, the thought of the Sixers targeting Antetokounmpo feels a bit random, but over the recent days, Philadelphia making a blockbuster move to add the two-time r...

Heavy Sports • 2nd February 2026

LeBron James Urged To Join Knicks Amid Growing Retirement Hints

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers lost on Sunday night in Madison Square Garden to the New York Knicks. Speaking after the game, James, with uncertainty about his future both with the Lakers and in the NBA as a whole, gave a telling response to reporters about what could have been his last game in the world’s most famous arena.“At the end of the day, everything has to come to an end at some point. So, no matter what it is, it’s going to be like, ‘(Expletive) I’ll never play again in Madiso...

Heavy Sports • 2nd February 2026

Lakers Strongly Urged To Target Athletic Big Man Before Trade Deadline

With only a few weeks before the February 5th NBA trade deadline, the Los Angeles Lakers have yet to make a move, despite being linked to several targets to fix their major struggles on the defensive end of the floor.All signs point to the Lakers making a deal before the deadline, but as time has gone on, some of their targets are either unavailable or out of reach based on the assets they can use in a trade.Yet still, one player Los Angeles has been linked to for a long time remains on the trad...

Heavy Sports • 2nd February 2026

Warriors Land Giannis Antetokounmpo In NBA-Altering Mega Trade Idea

The Golden State Warriors are the leaders in the clubhouse to make a trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo before the February 5th NBA trade deadline, currently beating out the New York Knicks, Miami Heat, Minnesota Timberwolves, and others for the Milwaukee Bucks‘ superstar.However, while a trade in the next few days for Antetokounmpo would almost certainly come at the hands of Golden State, sending out a massive haul for the two-time MVP isn’t so simple. The Warriors would have to move a ton of asse...

Heavy Sports • 2nd February 2026

Knicks Land Giannis, Keep Towns In Blockbuster Five-Team Trade Idea

The New York Knicks were the first team mentioned in Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors, and while they still have hopes of landing the two-time MVP, several teams have entered the mix.The idea of the Knicks trading for Antetokounmpo before the February 5th NBA trade deadline remains unlikely, as New York is now targeting a move over the summer to add the all-time leading scorer of the Milwaukee Bucks. As he wouldn’t come cheap, rumors on trading Karl-Anthony Towns in a massive package for Antet...

Heavy Sports • 1st February 2026

Knicks Get Big Update On Trade Rumors, Giannis Hopes Before Lakers Clash

After winning the NBA Cup in mid-December, the New York Knicks no longer look like the title contenders many expected them to be before the season began, prompting trade rumors and overall roster uncertainty heading into the February 5th trade deadline. While names like Karl-Anthony Towns and Mitchell Robinson were previously rumored to be shopped by the Knicks, they now expect to stay in town for the time being. Instead, Guerschon Yabusele and Pacome Dadiet remain the two most likely players to...

Heavy Sports • 31st January 2026

Heat Get Great News On Giannis Trade Pursuit Over Warriors, Knicks

The Miami Heat are one of the teams named as a serious contender to land Giannis Antetokounmpo in NBA trade rumors, and for good reason.While Miami hasn’t been a major title threat over the past few years, they have one of the best packages to offer the Milwaukee Bucks for their superstar.Writing for Sports Illustrated, Tony Mejia ranked the Heat as having the best young players to send back for Antetokounmpo, over the Golden State Warriors, Minnesota Timberwolves, and New York Knicks, all of th...

Heavy Sports • 31st January 2026

Paul George Suspension Opens Door On 76ers Trade Rumors, Giannis Pursuit

The latest news out of the NBA is that Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George has been suspended 25 games for violating the league’s anti-drug policy, reportedly for taking ‘improper medications.’While George hasn’t been anything close to his former All-Star caliber self since joining the Sixers on a four-year, $212 million extension with the team last summer, this latest suspension has major implications on Philadelphia going forward.According to ESPN’s Bobby Marks, the 76ers are now over the l...

Heavy Sports • 29th January 2026

LeBron Urged To Retire On Cavaliers, Leave Lakers This Summer

NBA headlines last night were led with what many thought could be LeBron James‘ final game in Cleveland. While it was a somewhat disappointing performance for the league’s all-time leading scorer against his former team, the game was highlighted by what, on the surface, felt like a final memorial for the player who brought the Cavaliers their first championship in franchise history. Following his 11-point, three-rebound, five-assist game for the Los Angeles Lakers, James remained rather mum when...

Heavy Sports • 29th January 2026

Mega-Trade Idea Sees Timberwolves Beat Out Warriors, Knicks to Land Giannis

The news that Giannis Antetokounmpo is now available in a trade by the Milwaukee Bucks is the leading storyline in the NBA. While teams like the Golden State Warriors, New York Knicks, and Miami Heat all remain at the top of the list, lining up to land the superstar, one surprising team is reportedly ready to make a run at the two-time MVP: the Minnesota Timberwolves.According to Shams Charania, the Timberwolves are a serious threat to land Antetokounmpo. While they wouldn’t be as flashy a team...

Heavy Sports • 29th January 2026

Giannis 'Strong Appeal' In Timberwolves Trade To Join Anthony Edwards: Report

The Minnesota Timberwolves were named as one of the teams in contention to land Giannis Antetokounmpo in a trade, alongside the Golden State Warriors, New York Knicks, and Miami Heat, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.However, while each of those teams might be a more flashy landing spot for the disgruntled Milwaukee Bucks superstar, the latest update on the Timberwolves’ Antetokounmpo hopes only signal good news for the title-less franchise. According to NBA insiders Marc Stein and Jake Fische...

Heavy Sports • 29th January 2026

Warriors' All-In Trade Package For Giannis Antetokounmpo Revealed

The Golden State Warriors are the reported frontrunners to land Giannis Antetokounmpo in trade rumors, according to Brian Windhorst of ESPN.While the New York Knicks, Miami Heat, and Minnesota Timberwolves remain the other major suitors for the superstar, a few other teams remain in the hunt, but these four, highlighted by the Warriors, should be the ones to keep an eye on over the next week before the February 5th NBA trade deadline.But the question everyone wants to know is, what would Golden...

Heavy Sports • 28th January 2026

Lakers Enter Bidding War For New Trade Target After Kuminga Talks Stall: Report

The Los Angeles Lakers have seemed to strike out on many of their top trade targets before the February 5th deadline, so they’ve now shifted their focus to one player they know is available. NBA insider Evan Sidery reported that the Lakers are one of a few teams interested in trading for Jeremy Sochan of the San Antonio Spurs. He’s been rumored to be available this trade cycle, and while the New York Knicks have led the charge to add the underutilized wing player, Los Angeles now wants in on the...

Heavy Sports • 28th January 2026

Knicks Get Great News as Giannis Demands Trade

The New York Knicks were the first team ever directly linked to Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks, should he ever request a trade. While the star had previously said he had no plans of asking out, that has all changed, according to a new report from Shams Charania. Per the insider, Antetokounmpo is finally ready to be traded from the Bucks, and with that, teams across the league, and specifically the Knicks, are scrambling to build a package to land the 2021 Finals MVP.“Two-time MVP G...

Heavy Sports • 28th January 2026

Warriors Get Major Update As Giannis Trade Rumors Are Reignited

The Golden State Warriors were previously thought to be out of contention regarding a trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo, at least by the February 5th deadline, but that has all changed, as the star is ready to leave the Milwaukee Bucks.According to NBA insider Shams Charania, Antetokounmpo has thought it over and is ready to begin a new chapter of his career, hopefully before the upcoming trade deadline.“Two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo is ready for a new home ahead of the Feb. 5 trade deadline,...

Heavy Sports • 28th January 2026

Spurs' Huge Giannis Trade Package To Pair With Wembanyama Revealed

The San Antonio Spurs have vaulted themselves into title contention this season with a strong cast surrounding franchise superstar Victor Wembanyama. But while the team does look pretty good as presently constructed, they’ve also been linked to Giannis Antetokounmpo for the past few months. Now, with NBA insider Shams Charania reporting that the 2021 Finals MVP is ready for a change of scenery, the Spurs could be one of the few teams making a major push for the star.Any deal getting back Antetok...

Heavy Sports • 28th January 2026

Lakers Predicted To Cut Ties With Guard Following Trade Demand

The Los Angeles Lakers already tried to trade former first-round pick Dalton Knecht last year, and while that resulted in a tumultuous relationship going forward between the two sides, the player finally looks like he’ll be on the move.After the report from NBA insider Marc Stein that the Lakers have discussed the idea of moving Knecht, Anthony Irwin responded with the news that the second-year guard approached the front office and asked for a trade directly. “I‘m told Dalton Knecht approached t...

Heavy Sports • 28th January 2026

Lakers New Top Trade Targets Emerge As Deadline Approaches

The Los Angeles Lakers have a knack for finding themselves linked to numerous NBA players in trade rumors, and that has once again been the case this latest cycle as they hope to upgrade their roster ahead of the February 5th trade deadline.Barring the potential of a trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo, as the team’s trade package and actual chance of landing the star has yet to be seen following Shams Charania’s report on him wanting out of Milwaukee, the Lakers appear out of the race for Herb Jone...

Heavy Sports • 28th January 2026

Knicks Get Bad Injury News For Raptors Game As Giannis Trade Talks Continue

The New York Knicks, when healthy and everything clicking, can and should be considered title contenders, but since winning the NBA Cup, that hasn’t been the case.While questions remain on a potential Karl-Anthony Towns trade, Guerschon Yabusele’s uncertain future, and the overarching notion of New York going after Giannis Antetokounmpo (as he is now available in a trade based on reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania), the Knicks also have an upcoming game to focus on. Set to play the Toronto Raptor...

Heavy Sports • 28th January 2026

Knicks Urged To Target 14 PPG Two-Way Guard In Trade Rumors

As seen with their form over the past few weeks, this current iteration of the New York Knicks looks like it will need some changes if they want to have any real hopes of being title contenders, and a trade before the February 5th deadline feels likely.Yes, the Knicks have been linked to Giannis Antetokounmpo for months now, and while he still might be a possibility, albeit an uncertain one, signs point to the team making moves around the edges to sure-up what has been a questionable and inconsi...

Heavy Sports • 27th January 2026

Lakers Trade LeBron For $238M Big Man, Longtime Target In New Idea

While it was previously uncertain if LeBron James would stay with the Los Angeles Lakers after this year, due to him picking up his player option and set to enter free agency this summer, new reporting by Shams Charania all but confirms he is playing the last 40 games in a Laker uniform this year.Whether it be Charania’s reporting connecting all the dots on the wall, or Baxter Holmes’ in-depth piece detailing some of the qualms owner Jeanie Buss had with the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, things...

Heavy Sports • 27th January 2026

Warriors Face Harsh Reality On Jonathan Kuminga Trade Plans

Whether it’s injuries, postponed games, or overall uncertainty about their future, the Golden State Warriors have arguably had the most tumultuous week in the NBA.Their long-shot title hopes came crashing down after Jimmy Butler’s ACL injury. The team had a game postponed as they were in the midst of the league’s involvement in the protests and civil unrest in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and they still haven’t decided on the future of Jonathan Kuminga.While the 23-year-old was previously a shoo-in t...

Heavy Sports • 27th January 2026

Victor Wembanyama Sounds Off On Minnesota ICE Shootings

Whether they like it or not, the opinions of NBA players carry a ton of weight, especially for the stars and potential faces of the league, like Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs.Regarding the recent events in Minneapolis, Minnesota, relating to another fatal shooting of a person by federal agents, as well as the subsequent protests and recent civil unrest, players around the NBA have voiced their thoughts on what has been the new biggest issue in the country, and Wembanyama is no diffe...