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Keith Smith: As part of the process to complete their offseason moves, the Brooklyn Nets renounced FA rights for LaMarcus Aldridge, Wilson Chandler, Mike James, De'Anthony Melton, Dennis Smith Jr and Ziaire Williams. Brooklyn will re-sign Williams with either cap space or the Room Exception.
Dennis Smith Jr participated in veteran workouts for Sixers
Dennis Smith Jr. is the headliner of the 76ers’ veteran minicamp, according to sources. Eugene Omoruyi, Malcolm Hill, Adama Sanogo, Alondes Williams, Malik Williams, Armando Bacot, Javonte Cooke, Judah Mintz and Leaky Black are some of the participants. The two-day camp started on Thursday.
“Look, Luka was certainly a headstrong young star. But I go into detail on this team meeting they had in Toronto that was literally one week into Luka’s career—and it cracked the foundation of their relationship. They were just coming off a game in Atlanta the night before—Luka vs. Trae, TNT game. Dirk and Harrison Barnes were out. The Mavericks go up 26 in the second quarter—and blow it.” “Dennis Smith Jr. had a minor ankle thing, but Carlisle basically pulled the plug on him. Then he goes into the typical hotel ballroom film session the next day—team meeting—and just starts flipping out. This is the one where he calls out Dennis Smith Jr. and says: ‘You’re jealous of Luka.’ In front of the whole team.”
“Dennis is like, ‘Dude, we’re cool. I invite him over. I play Fortnite with him because that’s what he likes to do. I’m trying to be friends with him. It’s me, him, and Dorian Finney-Smith hanging out all the time. What are you talking about?’” “Luka didn’t like that. Carlisle completely flips out to the point where—DeAndre Jordan, of all people—the guy who left him at the free agency altar a few summers before—stands up and says, ‘Coach, you can’t talk to us like that.’”
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Patrick Beverley headed to Real Madrid?
Patrick Beverley will be the new addition to Real Madrid until the end of the season. With only the final details remaining, the guard will sign with the Spanish club, which has an open roster spot following the departure of Dennis Smith Jr.
Dennis Smith leaving Real Madrid?
Ramon Alvarez de Mon: ?? Dennis Smith has not adapted to Madrid, and his departure from the club may be imminent. More problems for Chus Mateo.
The possible departure of Smith Jr. was first reported by journalist Ramón Álvarez de Mon. And, according to MARCA, the decision is more the player's than Madrid's. The team has no complaints about the American point guard, who has been working hard to get in shape after not playing since April of last year.
There were clues that supported Wechsler's intuition. Pelinka and Johnson had taken Johnson's private jet to scout Ball when he played against De'Aaron Fox and the University of Kentucky, sources told ESPN. The Lakers' brass had also seen Ball for two workouts -- one at the team's facility and another in his hometown in nearby Chino Hills -- which was the maximum allowed. And all of their workouts with other top prospects were with guards, not forwards, sources said. They worked out Fox, Markelle Fultz, Dennis Smith Jr. and Josh Jackson (considered a swingman who could play the 2 or the 3). They didn't work out Lauri Markkanen or Jonathan Isaac, another Wechsler client.
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Dennis Smith headed to Real Madrid?
Real Madrid have chosen Dennis Smith Jr. as their new point guard, according to Carlos Sanchez Blas. While Smith has yet to undergo a medical examination or sign a contract, both are expected to be completed soon.
Dennis Smith on Real Madrid's radar
Donatas Urbonas: Dennis Smith Jr. is one of Real Madrid's NBA targets, per sources. It remains uncertain whether Smith Jr. will consider a move to Europe, as he is currently aiming to secure an NBA roster spot in the G League Showcase.
Marc Stein: After entering the @nbagleague player pool for this week’s G League Showcase in Orlando, former NBA lottery pick Dennis Smith Jr. has been claimed by the Wisconsin Herd, league sources say.
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