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Wembanyama’s rival and a team for Vegas: NBA summer league takeaways

The record crowds that flocked to Nevada were treated to lots more than the Victor Wembanyama Show. Our correspondent in the desert empties her notebook

The Guardian - US

Tyrese Maxey is laughably better than Tyler Herro, but it’s not what’s causing Dame trade delays

Tyler Herro is good, sure. But frankly, Tyrese Maxey is better.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Idea Spurs Could Eventually ‘Regret’ Drafting Wembanyama Over Scoot Henderson Surfaces

Insight from NBA team officials reveals the strong impression Blazers’ Scoot Henderson has made, according to SI’s Chris Mannix.

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Ira Winderman: Tyler Herro deserves better, as does perspective on Heat bid for Damian Lillard

Damian Lillard was out of view at the NBA2K24 Summer League in Las Vegas and yet still the talk of the town over the past week amid his demand to be traded from the Portland Trail Blazers to the Miami Heat.

Tribune News Service

NBA Insider Explains Why a Damian Lillard Trade May Take So Long to Happen

The ESPN NBA insider warns that a deal may not come any time soon.

Sports Illustrated

Damian Lillard Clarifies Feelings About Blazers Governor Jody Allen After Liking Critical Tweet

The point guard regretted the Twitter ‘mishap’ of liking a tweet suggesting that the Trail Blazers governor should sell the team.

Sports Illustrated

Sophia Smith: USA’s next torch carrier with a World Cup ‘legacy’ to preserve

Portland Thorns striker ‘loves the spotlight and pressure’ of having a big role to play in America’s quest to defend their title

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A mic’d up Scoot Henderson getting excited for his teammates should cheer up Blazers fans

Scoot Henderson was HYPED for his teammates.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Damian Lillard Trade to Heat Getting ‘Pretty Close,’ per Report

The Trail Blazers star has had his eyes set on landing in Miami since requesting a trade on July 1.

Sports Illustrated

Ex-Blazers teammate derides Heat pitch for Lillard; Highsmith contract guaranteed

Amid silence from the Miami Heat and Portland Trail Blazers regarding trade deliberations for veteran guard Damian Lillard, outside echoes continue to drive the conversation.

Tribune News Service

Pelicans VP Credits Celtics for Huge Trade Haul in Lakers’ Anthony Davis Deal

He says the noise around the NBA gave the New Orleans Pelicans leverage and put pressure on the Los Angeles Angeles Lakers while discussing Damian Lillard.

Sports Illustrated

Report: ‘Slow Pace’ of Damian Lillard Trade Talks Making Things Harder for Heat

Miami continues to pay the price for slowed trade talks with Portland for Lillard.

Sports Illustrated

NBA News and Notes: Damian Lillard Trade Talks Dominate Summer League

With a deal yet to be struck, the Trail Blazers star’s potential landing spot continues to be a topic of conversation.

Sports Illustrated

New Name Heating Up in NBA Trade Buzz, Only Adding to Damian Lillard-Blazers Drama

Multiple teams reportedly have interest in a potential trade to acquire Raptors forward Pascal Siakam, and it could have a direct impact on Damian Lillard.

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Daily Mirror

Portland Trail Blazers must make Damian Lillard as key next steps emerge for franchise

The Portland Trail Blazers have been told why they should trade Damian Lillard this off-season following an impressive performance by Scoot Henderson in the NBA Summer League

Daily Mirror

Damian Lillard's Miami Heat dreams suffer huge blow with Portland Trail Blazers decision

Damian Lillard has his heart set on being traded to the Miami Heat, but the Portland Trail Blazers have confirmed there is no room for sentimentality as they look for the best deal

Sports Illustrated

Framework of Possible Damian Lillard Trade to Heat Revealed, per Report

The talks surrounding a potential deal between Miami and Portland appear to be intensifying.

Daily Mirror

Victor Wembanyama makes feelings clear on NBA challenge after epic Summer League performance

The first overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, Victor Wembanyama hopes to replicate other talented European superstars who have gone on to conquer the league since arriving

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Daily Mirror

Victor Wembanyama's second San Antonio Spurs performance says everything about No 1 pick

Victor Wembanyama bounced back from his subdued first appearance for the San Antonio Spurs against the Charlotte Hornets with a dominant performance against the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday

The Times of India

NBA top pick Victor Wembanyama improves on second outing with 27 points, but San Antonio Spurs lose

In his second game with the San Antonio Spurs, Victor Wembanyama, the top draft pick of the NBA, showcased notable improvement on Sunday. Although the Spurs suffered an 80-85 loss to Portland in the NBA Summer League, the 19-year-old French center made a significant impact by scoring 27 points.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

David Murphy: Forget about Damian Lillard to the Sixers. And not because of Tyrese Maxey.

PHILADELPHIA — Somebody asked me the other day who Damian Lillard thinks he is. It was a great question. It has an unfortunate answer.

Sports Illustrated

Amen Thompson, Rockets No. 4 Pick, Exits Debut With Apparent Ankle Injury

Houston’s top rookie left his debut against Portland with an injury to his left ankle.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Takeaways: Amen Thompson, Scoot Henderson dazzle as summer Rockets edge Blazers

Amen Thompson (16 points, 5 assists, 4 blocks, 3 steals) showed flashes of point-guard brilliance in his #Rockets debut, but he also left early with a leg injury in Houston’s buzzer-beating win.

Sports Illustrated

Scoot Henderson Leaves Sensational Summer League Debut Early With Shoulder Injury

The No. 3 pick looked every bit the part before leaving his NBA debut with an injury.

Tribune News Service

Heat have chips to put into play, but liar’s poker in a Lillard deal won’t necessarily come in Vegas

LAS VEGAS — The notion is more of mystique than reality, of Portland Trail Blazers general manager Joe Cronin tossing his top chip to the middle of the table at one of the poker rooms here, waiting for Miami Heat president Pat Riley to push his stack all in.

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