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Suns' Rival Lose Star Player to Begin Season

Some massive news dropped in the sphere of the Phoenix Suns just minutes ago. ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania broke news that the Los Angeles Clippers

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Injury News Goes from Bad to Worse for Celtics Rival

On Monday, Shams Charania of ESPN reported that what we're seeing from Joel Embiid, who's out for the preseason due to left knee injury management, is "part of the new normal" for the Sixers' star center.

Sacramento Kings News / Hardwood Heroics / October 15

Sacramento Kings: Insider Reveals Why De’Aaron Fox Will Decline His $165 Million Max Extension This Year

ESPN’s Shams Charania recently revealed that De’Aaron Fox will “bypass” a three-year, $165 million max extension this year with the Sacramento Kings, as

NBA News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / October 14

Former Philadelphia 76ers Player Included in Kings-Spurs Trade

The NBA saw its latest trade on Monday night. According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, the Sacramento Kings and the San Antonio Spurs engaged in a deal that included a former member of the Philadelphia 76ers.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / October 14

Kings Star De'Aaron Fox Bypasses Contract Extension

Sacramento Kings guard De’Aaron Fox is betting on himself. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Fox will bypass the three-year, $165 million extension he was eligible for this offseason.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 14

NBA Notes: Kings, De’Aaron Fox, Spurs, Thunder

Kings guard De’Aaron Fox is opting to bypass a potential three-year, $165 million contract extension in favor of a potential larger payday after the upcoming season, per Shams Charania of ESPN.

NBA News / Boston Celtics on SI / October 14

Shams Charania Details 'New Normal' for Celtics' Rivals' Star Center

While the New York Knicks represent the primary external threat to the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference, in this author's opinion, the Philadelphia 76ers are close behind.

NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / October 14

Kings And Spurs Make A Trade

UPDATE: ESPN's Shams Charania reports that the Spurs will waive McDaniels. Via Charania: "Spurs plan to waive McDaniels, sources said, while Kings open roster flexibility for a potential addition down the line.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hardwood Heroics / October 12

Los Angeles Lakers: Insider Reveals Plans To Sign Another Big Man To Boost Depth

There are reports that say the Los Angeles Lakers are looking to sign another player to boost the depth of their frontcourt roster. The franchise kept most of their roster from last season, only adding one player to the team over the summer.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fastbreak on SI / October 10

Los Angeles Lakers Fans React To Latest Trade Rumors

On Thursday evening, the Los Angeles Lakers will play their third preseason game when they face off against the Milwaukee Bucks. Earlier in the day, Shams Charania of ESPN reported that the team has an interest in adding a big man.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / October 10

Shams Charania Says LeBron James And Anthony Davis Have Bought Into JJ Redick's Philosophy

Senior NBA insider Shams Charania was on First Take on ESPN recently, where he provided insights into JJ Redick's first few months as the Los Angeles Lakers' head coach.

New York Knicks News / Empire Sports Media / October 10

Knicks elite defensive center will be out until 2025

The New York Knicks will be without center Mitchell Robinson for a while, as ESPN’s Shams Charania said on First Take Thursday that Robinson’s recovery from offseason ankle surgery will keep him out until at least 2025.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / October 9

Report: Charania to make much less at ESPN than Wojnarowski

Report: Shams Charania to make much less at ESPN than Adrian Wojnarowski

Joun Ourand of Puck reports this week that Shams Charania, who was just hired by ESPN as their new lead NBA reporter, will be making significantly less at the network than his predecessor Wojnarowski did.

ESPN hires replacement for Wojnarowski

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NBA News / Hoops Rumors / October 8

And-Ones: G League Trades, Charania, Breakout Candidates, More

A pair of teams have acquired the G League rights for players who are in camp with them on Exhibit 10 contracts. The Wisconsin Herd (Bucks) sent Marquese

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / October 8

A Micro-Biography Of Shams Charania: Boy Who Had A Dream

Shams Charania has emerged as one of the leading voices in breaking NBA news. Known for his dedication and quick reporting, Charania has been a key figure in sports media, with a career marked by impressive achievements.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / October 7

Everything to Know About Shams Charania Replacing Woj At ESPN

Shams Charania has officially left The Athletic and Stadium to become ESPN’s Senior NBA Insider, taking over the role left vacant by Adrian Wojnarowski’s recent retirement.

NBA News / Action Network / October 7

Shams Charania joins ESPN, relationship With FanDuel, ESPN BET unclear

Shams Charania has joined ESPN as a replacement for Adrian Wojnarowski, but Charania’s relationship with FanDuel is unclear.

ESPN hires replacement for Adrian Wojnarowski

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NBA News / Lakers Nation / October 7

Shams Charania Replaces Adrian Wojnarowski As ESPN’s Basketball Insider

Over the last handful of years, a majority of NBA news has been broken by ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski or The Athletic’s Shams Charania. The two were teammates at Yahoo and dominated the NBA news cycle before going their separate ways and becoming competitors.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / October 7

ESPN hires replacement for Adrian Wojnarowski

Wojnarowski announced his surprising retirement last month.

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 4

The Athletic Strives To Keep Shams Charania Amid ESPN Rumors

No one has been mentioned as regularly as The Athletic’s Shams Charania when it comes to the person who will replace legendary NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski at ESPN.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / September 29

ESPN Will Sign Shams Charania, They Have To

ESPN’s recent financial struggles, coupled with the departure of their top NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski, have left a notable gap in their breaking news ecosystem.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / September 28

Unlikely candidate emerges to replace Adrian Wojnarowski at ESPN

ESPN is reportedly considering a highly unusual arrangement to replace departing NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski.

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Philadelphia 76ers News / Yardbarker / September 20

Sixers are putting too much faith into Joel Embiid

There's no denying that Embiid is an exceptional talent. However, his reputation for fading during physical playoff series and being unreliable in terms of health make him the wrong type of player to trust when looking for future success.

Ben Simmons' agent provides big update on his injury recovery

Giannis Antetokounmpo makes major admission about Bucks

Milwaukee is not guaranteed to contend next season despite star duo

Knicks could regret star's megadeal

Veteran Raptors guard expected to miss at least three weeks after surgery

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NBA News / Yardbarker / September 14