Wemby doesn’t dazzle, but wins summer debutWemby doesn’t dazzle, but wins summer debut
Victor Wembanyama didn’t dominate, but his 9 points, 8 rebounds and 5 blocks helped the Spurs defeat the Hornets 76-68 in his summer league debut on Friday night.
Day: July 8, 2023
Damian Lillard’s Agent Wants Blazers To Have ‘Meaningful Negotiation With Miami’Damian Lillard’s Agent Wants Blazers To Have ‘Meaningful Negotiation With Miami’
Aaron Goodwin, agent for Damian Lillard, believes the Portland Trail Blazers and Miami Heat could reach a trade agreement if the two sides sat down to negotiate.
Lillard requested a trade to from the Blazers last week with the Heat representing the only team he wants to play for.
“I had a positive conversation with Joe and I made it clear that Damian would want (the Blazers) to sit down and have a meaningful negotiation with Miami,” Goodwin said. “And I think that’s something that Joe and the Blazers will do.”
Goodwin doesn’t believe other teams will pursue a trade for Lillard due to his strong preference for the Heat. Under that scenario, Goodwin also believes it is incumbent on the Blazers to proactively reach a deal with the Heat.
“I don’t think another team would do a deal like that knowing everything that’s going on,” Goodwin said. “But if they do, then they don’t know Dame.”
Garcia’s addition gives Rangers 5 All-Star startersGarcia’s addition gives Rangers 5 All-Star starters
Texas will become the first team in 47 years to have five position players start in the All-Star Game after the Rangers’ Adolis Garcia was picked Friday to join the American League lineup as an injury replacement.
Yanks’ Cortes on 60-day IL, out until at least Aug.Yanks’ Cortes on 60-day IL, out until at least Aug.
Nestor Cortes was transferred to the 60-day injured list Friday. Sidelined by rotator cuff inflammation, the 2022 All-Star is eligible to be activated Aug. 4.
Report: Phils, Royals owners join relocation panelReport: Phils, Royals owners join relocation panel
Philadelphia CEO John Middleton and Royals CEO John Sherman reportedly will serve on MLB’s relocation committee as the A’s look to move to Las Vegas.