Basketball Intelligence For 8/14/21

Today's Best NBA Reporting And Analysis

NEWS AND NOTES

- BOS: How The New Players Fit Into The Celtics' Plans (from Adam Himmelsbach, Boston Globe): https://www.bostonglobe.com/2021/08/11/sports/after-flurry-moves-heres-look-celtics-roster/

- CHA: Q & A: Kai Jones (from Jonathan Alexander, Charlotte Observer): https://www.newsobserver.com/sports/nba/charlotte-hornets/article253475869.html

- CHI: Why DeRozan Isn't Worried About 'Fit' (from Rob Schaefer, NBC Sports): https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/sports/nbcsports/why-bulls-demar-derozan-isnt-worried-about-fit-with-team/2590392/

From Gilbert McGregor, NBA.com: https://ca.nba.com/news/demar-derozan-talks-winning-fit-and-what-led-him-to-joining-the-chicago-bulls/bemngnny3tfe1qj85q14ki8of

From Jamal Collier, Chicago Tribune: https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/bulls/ct-chicago-bulls-demar-derozan-lonzo-ball-20210813-mutd5us5g5eabp6s5xt4ufkjmq-story.html

- GSW:  What We Learned About The Dubs This Offseason (from Tim Kawakami, The Athletic):  https://theathletic.com/2767335/2021/08/13/warriors-offseason-what-we-learned-kawakami/

- GSW: Kuminga's Trait That Excites Bob Myers (from Alex Didion, NBC Sports): https://www.nbcsports.com/bayarea/warriors/unique-jonathan-kuminga-trait-excites-warriors-gm-bob-myers

- LAC: Kawhi's Extension Sets The Clips' Title Window (from Dan Devine, The Ringer): https://www.theringer.com/2021/8/13/22623711/kawhi-leonard-contract-extension-los-angeles-clippers

From Law Murray, The Athletic: https://theathletic.com/2768702/2021/08/13/kawhi-leonards-contract-firmly-puts-clippers-on-a-three-year-plan/

From Mirjam Swanson, OC Register: https://www.ocregister.com/2021/08/12/clippers-re-sign-kawhi-leonard-to-4-year-deal-worth-176-3m/

- MIN: Nathan Knight Is Trying To Latch On With Defensive Effort (from Chris Hine, Star Tribune): https://www.startribune.com/nathan-knight-timberwolves/600087753/

- PHI: Danny Green's Return Is Big For The Sixers (from Michael Kaskey-Blomain, CBS Sports):  https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/76ers-faced-stiff-competition-to-retain-danny-green-and-his-return-is-a-big-boon-for-philadelphia/

- SAS: Becky Hammon On Her Career & Goals (from Charlotte Wilder, Fox Sports): https://www.foxsports.com/stories/nba/becky-hammon-interview-charlotte-wilder-portland-trail-blazers-san-antonio-spurs-gregg-popovich-team-usa

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- Each Team's Biggest Problem After FA Madness (from Greg Swartz, Bleacher Report): https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2947140-every-nba-teams-biggest-problem-after-free-agency-madness

- Sunday Notes (from Gary Washburn, Boston Globe): https://www.bostonglobe.com/2021/08/14/sports/dennis-schroders-loss-free-agent-market-may-turn-into-celtics-gain/

- The Largest Trade Exceptions Created This Offseason (from Luke Adams, Hoops Rumors): https://www.yardbarker.com/nba/articles/examining_the_nbas_largest_trade_exceptions_created_this_offseason

- Jason Hart's Move To G League Ignite (from Mark Whicker, OC Register):  https://www.ocregister.com/2021/08/14/whicker-jason-harts-move-to-g-league-ignite-is-another-crack-in-college-basketballs-wall/

- Bryce Griggs Signs With Overtime Elite (from Dylan Hargis, Def Pen): https://defpen.com/bryce-griggs-signs-overtime-elite/

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SUMMER LEAGUE

- BKN: 5 Thoughts On The Nets From SL (from Alex Schiffer, The Athletic): https://theathletic.com/2769483/2021/08/13/five-thoughts-on-the-nets-from-nba-summer-league-cam-thomas-dayron-sharpe-and-kessler-edwards/

- BOS: Begarin Has Made An impact With His Versatility (from Jay King, The Athletic): https://theathletic.com/2768948/2021/08/14/learning-curve-there-for-juhann-begarin-but-he-feels-ready-to-play-with-celtics

- BOS: Nesmith Strives For The Perfect Form (from Mark Murphy, Boston Herald): https://www.bostonherald.com/2021/08/14/0813-bh-s-celtics-2/

- BOS: Fernando Hopes To Make Impression With Physical Play (from Adam Himmelsbach, Boston Globe): https://www.bostonglobe.com/2021/08/12/sports/bruno-fernando-hopes-make-an-impression-celtics-with-his-physical-brand-play/

- DAL: Q & A: Eugene Omoruyi (from Doyle Rader, Mavs Moneyball):  https://www.mavsmoneyball.com/2021/8/14/22624655/eugene-omoruyi-interview-dallas-mavericks-two-way-contract

- HOU: Rockets Rookies Bring A Breath Of Fresh Air (from Jonathan Feigen, Houston Chronicle): https://www.houstonchronicle.com/texas-sports-nation/rockets/article/Happy-campers-Rockets-rookies-bring-a-breath-16385612.php

- MIA: Marcus Garrett Is Making A Statement With His Defense (from Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald): https://www.miamiherald.com/sports/nba/miami-heat/article253455369.html

- MIA:  Jarreau Goes From Heat Draft Wish List To Summer Scrutiny (from Ira Winderman, SunSentinel):  https://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/miami-heat/fl-sp-miami-heat-main-saturday-20210814-zbbcj5bwirembl6ez5tyjv4psi-story.html

- PHI: Petrusev Is Showing His Defensive Prowess (from Keith Pompey, The inquirer): https://www.inquirer.com/sixers/nba-summer-league-sixers-filip-petruev-defensive-standout-20210813.html

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HOOPS HISTORY

- Jim Pollard: In Mikan's Shadow (from Joe,Hendrickson, SPORT): https://from-way-downtown.com/2021/08/13/jim-pollard-in-mikans-shadow-1951/

- The Story Of Coaching Genius Lute Olson, Part One (from Curt Eriksmoen, Grand Forks Herald): https://www.grandforksherald.com/lifestyle/family/7149073-Basketball-coaching-genius-born-in-North-Dakota-could-shoot-recruit-and-execute

- Prospects Who Benefitted Greatly From Past Summer Leagues (from Drew Maresca, Basketball News): https://www.basketballnews.com/stories/5-prospects-who-benefited-most-from-nba-summer-league