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sports5 months ago

Cavs Rumors: Oladipo, Wade, Enaruna, and Trade Talks with Mavericks

The Cleveland Cavaliers are considering adding a versatile wing or ball-handler to their roster, with Victor Oladipo being a notable free agent target. They are also exploring a potential trade of forward Dean Wade, which could open up opportunities for Nae’Qwan Tomlin and Tristan Enaruna. The team is focused on improving defense and maintaining key players like Sam Merrill for postseason success.

sports1 year ago

"Grizzlies and Rockets Swap Adams for Oladipo in NBA Trade Deal"

The Memphis Grizzlies have traded center Steven Adams to the Houston Rockets for Victor Oladipo and three second-round picks. The Rockets are looking towards next season, acquiring a solid big man in Adams, while the Grizzlies shed salary and pick up some draft assets. Both players have been sidelined with injuries, but the trade benefits both teams as they prepare for the future.

sports1 year ago

Grizzlies Trade Steven Adams to Rockets for Victor Oladipo and Picks

The Memphis Grizzlies have traded Steven Adams to the Houston Rockets for Victor Oladipo and three second-round picks. Adams has been sidelined with knee problems and is expected to make a full recovery for the 2024-25 season, while Oladipo has also been out all season with a torn patellar tendon and is set to be an unrestricted free agent this summer. The trade provides the Grizzlies with salary cap space and roster flexibility for the future, while the Rockets are building for the future with Adams as a strong interior presence once he's healthy.

sports1 year ago

"Grizzlies Trade Steven Adams to Rockets for Victor Oladipo and Picks"

The Memphis Grizzlies have traded center Steven Adams to the Houston Rockets in exchange for Victor Oladipo and three second-round picks, aiming to gain salary flexibility and draft assets. Adams, who has been sidelined due to a PCL sprain, is expected to make a full recovery ahead of the 2024-25 season. Meanwhile, Oladipo, currently on a player option, is set to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason. The Grizzlies, with a disappointing season record, are looking to fortify their roster around key players Ja Morant, Jaren Jackson Jr., and Desmond Bane.

sports1 year ago

Grizzlies Trade Steven Adams to Rockets for Victor Oladipo and Picks

The Houston Rockets have acquired center Steven Adams from the Memphis Grizzlies for guard Victor Oladipo and three second-round picks. Adams, who is recovering from a knee injury, will not play for the Rockets this season but is expected to make a full recovery ahead of the 2024-25 season. The trade allows the Rockets to bolster their center depth, while the Grizzlies gain financial flexibility and draft picks.

sports1 year ago

"Grizzlies Acquire Victor Oladipo and Picks in Steven Adams Trade with Rockets"

The Memphis Grizzlies have traded Steven Adams to the Houston Rockets in exchange for Victor Oladipo and three second-round draft picks. Both players have been sidelined due to injuries, with Adams expected to miss the rest of the season and Oladipo yet to make his season debut. The trade reflects Adams' value as a player under contract for next season, while Oladipo is a free agent. Adams is expected to provide leadership and serve as a backup big man for the Rockets when healthy.

sports1 year ago

Grizzlies Trade Steven Adams to Rockets for Victor Oladipo and Picks

The Houston Rockets are acquiring Memphis Grizzlies center Steven Adams in exchange for guard Victor Oladipo and three second-round picks. Adams, who has been out since January 2023 due to knee surgery, is expected to be fully recovered for the 2024-25 season. The trade unloads $12.4 million in guaranteed salary off the Grizzlies' payroll for 2024-25, while the Rockets aim to benefit from Adams' physicality, rebounding, and leadership as a backup to center Alperen Sengun. The Grizzlies, dealing with injuries, are in a position to land a high lottery pick in the 2024 NBA draft, which they could use to add another top young player or in a trade to complement their core players.

sports2 years ago

Heat Trade Victor Oladipo to Thunder in NBA Free Agency Move

The Miami Heat have traded shooting guard Victor Oladipo to the Oklahoma City Thunder in exchange for draft compensation. The Thunder will absorb Oladipo's salary into their available cap space, while the Heat will receive a $9.45MM trade exception. Oladipo, who recently picked up his player option for the 2023/24 season, suffered a knee injury during the playoffs. This will be Oladipo's second stint with the Thunder, having previously played for them from 2016 to 2017.

sports2 years ago

Heat Trade Injured Victor Oladipo to Thunder in Salary-Cap Move

The Miami Heat are reportedly trading injured guard Victor Oladipo and draft compensation to the Oklahoma City Thunder in a salary-cap maneuver. The Thunder acquire Oladipo's expiring contract while the Heat gain a trade exception. Oladipo, who tore his patellar tendon in April, may potentially return to the court next season. The move comes as the Heat face roster changes after reaching the NBA Finals.

sports2 years ago

Heat Trade Injured Victor Oladipo to Thunder in Salary-Cap Move

The Miami Heat are reportedly trading injured guard Victor Oladipo and draft compensation to the Oklahoma City Thunder in a salary-cap maneuver. The Thunder acquire Oladipo's expiring contract while the Heat gain a trade exception. Oladipo, who tore his patellar tendon in April, may potentially return to the court next season. The move comes as the Heat face roster changes after reaching the NBA Finals.

sports2 years ago

Miami Heat Trades Victor Oladipo to Oklahoma City Thunder

The Miami Heat have traded veteran guard Victor Oladipo to the Oklahoma City Thunder in order to reduce their payroll and create a $9.5 million trade exception. Oladipo, who recently opted into the final year of his contract, is expected to be sidelined for a significant portion of the upcoming season due to a knee injury. The trade allows the Heat to alleviate their luxury tax burden and resolve the issue of Oladipo's contract.

sports2 years ago

Thunder Acquire Victor Oladipo in Trade with Heat

The Miami Heat are trading Victor Oladipo and draft compensation to the Oklahoma City Thunder, who will absorb his $9.45 million expiring contract. Oladipo, who recently exercised his option for the 2023-24 season, has been plagued by injuries and underwent his third major surgery in four years. There is no timetable for his return. The Thunder organization is familiar with Oladipo from his previous season with them.