News archive: Thursday, June 18, 2015
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NBA rumors
Lou Williams is expected to receive strong interest from teams that include the Sacramento Kings, Los Angeles Lakers, New York Knicks and Brooklyn Nets.
News
These NBA Finals averaged 19.9 million viewers per game, up 30 percent from last year, the league and ESPN/ABC announced.
NBA market
Memphis Grizzlies General Manager Chris Wallace announced today that Grizzlies forward Jeff Green has exercised his player option for the 2015-16 season.
NBA market
The New Orleans Pelicans announced today that guard Eric Gordon has exercised the one-year player option on his contract for the 2015-16 season.
Legal issues
The San Antonio Spurs’ All-Star Tim Duncan lost more than $20 million to what he says is a dishonest financial adviser.
NBA market
Phoenix Suns forward Danny Granger has exercised the one-year, $2.17 million player option on his contract for the 2015-16 season.
NBA market
Charlotte Hornets General Manager Rich Cho announced Wednesday that guard Gerald Henderson has exercised his player option for the 2015-16 season.
Economy
The Cavs could be on the hook for more than $75 million in luxury tax payments bringing the team near the record $193 million the Nets spent in 2013-14.
Coaches
The Chicago Bulls announced Wednesday that Jim Boylen has been appointed associate head coach on Fred Hoiberg’s coaching staff.
NCAA news:
Michigan State coach Tom Izzo's contract has been extended through the 2020-21 season. His most recent contract paid him a reported $3.5 million.