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This obviously comes after Drummond posted “If they don’t want me, then they can’t have me. I’m done.” on his Instagram story.

Certainly something to monitor as the league attempts to resume play. #NBA

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Sources have told me that Andre Drummond plans to sit out any rescheduled #NBA games.

Drummond reportedly feels “slighted” by the #Cavs absence from the league’s playoff field.

Drummond joins Damian Lillard in this sentiment.

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Most league sources I’ve talked to believe that Kawhi Leonard will return to Toronto on a one year, max contract, with a player option for year two.

#Lakers #Clippers #Kawhi #Raptors #NBA

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Celtics reportedly still interested in bringing back Daniel Theis to shore up the C position.

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Source: The #SAC Kings will offer free agent C Al Horford a 4 year, $100M contract at the start of free agency.

Other teams may still be in the running for the big man, however, including Dallas, Boston, and Philly.

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And as we at the Scoop have been reporting, Kemba Walker will be a Celtic. It’s Official.

#Celtics #BOS #NBA

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Can confirm. As we reported, this trade partner is the Celtics.

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The Rockets reportedly believe they have a trade partner for Clint Capela, but will not move forward until they confirm they can land Jimmy Butler, per @TheSteinLine.

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Of course, the salaries will have to match in such a deal, which points to either a sign-and-trade with a free agent, or the inclusion of a player like Marcus Smart from Boston.

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Whispers from multiple sources are suggesting that the Celtics may ALREADY have a deal in place for Rockets C Clint Capela.

Said deal will likely be completed and announced on Sunday, at the start of free agency.

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Whispers from multiple sources are suggesting that the Celtics may ALREADY have a deal in place for Rockets C Clint Capela.

Said deal will likely be completed and announced on Sunday, at the start of free agency.

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We at the Scoop know this feeling all too well! #LoveTheHaters 😃

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Phoenix is a team to keep an eye on in the D’Angelo Russell sweepstakes. They have a need at PG, and a young facilitator like Russell fits their core perfectly.

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Sources have told the Scoop that Kemba Walker to Boston is “all but done”. When free agency officially starts on Sunday, the former Hornet will likely sign with the Celtics.

#CHA #BOS #Celtics #Scooped

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More on this: Celtics hope Theis can provide a leadership role for younger guys on the team. They like what he brings to the table.

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Source: Celtics are “solicitously interested” in bringing back RFA big man Daniel #Theis despite recent free agency turmoil surrounding the team.

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Source: Celtics are “solicitously interested” in bringing back RFA big man Daniel #Theis despite recent free agency turmoil surrounding the team.

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More on Russell:

#Nets front office would much rather sign former Celtic Kyrie Irving than bring back Russell, even if he commands more money.

Sources liken it to “choosing between a Bentley and a pre-owned 2006 Subaru Forester”.

#NBA #Nets #Celtics #Lakers

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Always fun to prove the haters wrong!

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People question our credibility but The Scoop always comes through 🤔

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Sources have told me that #Mavericks guard Luka Doncic is “deeply perturbed” by the idea of sharing a backcourt with D’Angelo Russell.

Source says “no way” Russell to #DAL happens.

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Free agent G D’Angelo Russell is reportedly being “heavily recruited” by Jimmy Butler to join him on the Philadelphia 76ers in free agency. Russell is considering this heavily, and Philly has cemented themselves in a race with Phoenix for the 1x all-star. #Scooped

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Checking in on my own New Years resolution.

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Multiple reports claiming that Pau Gasol’s decision to sign with the #Bucks hinges on maintaining a longtime mistress in Chicago are FALSE, sources assure me and @TheScoopNBA.