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After the publication of this story, The Stein Line heard from two sources that our Intel needed to be updated because the Pelicans — as they did before the trade deadline — have indeed shown recent interest in Mathurin as well as an unnamed second suitor. League sources relayed that there has been recent dialogue between New Orleans and Mathurin's camp.
Marc Stein: Told today that Dallas has held some early stage talks with Dereck Lively II on a possible contract extension. Lively, 22, is eligible for a new deal until Opening Night Eve but played in just seven games in 2025-26 before foot surgery. More NBA Intel: tinyurl.com/mwk2a55y
Marc Stein: Last night we reported the Lakers' rising interest in Toronto free agent Sandro Mamukelashvili. Now league sources tell @JakeLFischer and me that Philadelphia's Quentin Grimes is emerging as another top Lakers target. MORE Intel here: tinyurl.com/bde3f33k
At lunchtime Saturday, Jake reported that Detroit has emerged as a team with interest in joining the race for Nickeil Alexander-Walker. On Sunday morning? Based on the Intel we've gathered, The Stein Line is being advised to describe the Pistons and Atlanta as the two strongest contenders to come to terms with two-way guard after free agency commences for real Monday night at 6 PM ET.
As first revealed in this rich-with-Intel story Monday, as the Bucks continue to evaluate a number of avenues to try to improve the supporting cast around Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard, Milwaukee and Washington have held discussions regarding Kyle Kuzma, league sources say.
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“I think, probably not? I’d be very surprised if it did,” said one executive from a team currently not in position to draft Miller in his current expected range. Said another executive, whose team also isn’t in the running: “I don’t believe there will be any impact unless he lies in his interviews. Integrity is more relevant than criminal friends; one we can fix, the other, we can’t.” Said a third, whose team … could be: “I don’t think it will impact his draft stock unless he ends up being charged with something.” Said a fourth (ditto): “Intel (on Miller) is coming back pretty good.”
Led by commissioner Adam Silver, the NBA has been at the forefront of the world of sports technology for the last four years. Under Silver, the league has embraced data, social media, esports, and now sports betting. Over just the last 12 months, the league formed a partnership with Intel’s venture capital arm called the “NBA + Intel Capital Emerging Technology Initiative” and expanded options through its League Pass service to include nightly virtual reality content and the ability to watch just the fourth quarter of NBA games. The NBA has entered into sports betting data partnerships with MGM Resorts in the U.S., and with Genius Sports and Sportradar globally.
The National Basketball Association and Intel are teaming up on a joint effort to fund promising companies that blend technology with sports and entertainment. The new Emerging Technology Initiative will be a collaborative effort between a team at the NBA working closely with the Intel Capital group to identify challenges that may benefit from a technology solution or technology companies with services that can enhance how fans experience NBA games.
Magic Gaming is set to play its first games on Thursday, May 3 as part of “THE TIPOFF” tournament. All games will be streamed live on Twitch. “THE TIPOFF” tournament schedule runs May 1-5. “THE TIPOFF” will officially begin the 15-week regular season, which features both weekly games and tournaments, and concludes with the NBA 2K League Playoffs and Finals in August. All competition will take place at the NBA 2K League Studio Powered by Intel in New York City.
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LeBron James has partnered with another powerful technology company. James signed an endorsement deal with Intel that will enable the tech giant to use him in a commercial that will air during Saturday's Final Four games.
The ad highlights Intel's 360 replay technology, which it has used at recent sporting events, including Super Bowl LI and CBS' Final Four games on Saturday and Monday. The system was built by Intel and uses 28 cameras that broadcast in 5K to pull off the new-age version of a highlight. "From a brand standpoint, we want fans to associate Intel technology with amazing experiences," said Intel chief marketing officer Steve Fund. "So we're picking the best of the best to tell that story."
