Dan Coombs

1 week ago | nbaanalysis.net | Dan Coombs

The New York Knicks are not going to be major players in the 2025 Draft, picking late in the second round. In the 2025 NBA Draft, the New York Knicks have to wait until pick 50. The Knicks do not own a first round pick after trading it to the Brooklyn Nets for Mikal Bridges. And as they prepare to take a late second round flier, the Knicks are doing their research.

1 week ago | nbaanalysis.net | Dan Coombs

The New York Knicks could have another option available to them for the 2025-26 season. Europe based basketball star James Nnaji could finally be coming to the NBA with the New York Knicks. The Knicks acquired the rights to James Nnaji in 2024, and according to Spanish outlet Sport, he is ready to leave Barcelona. Nnaji is ready to pursue his career in the NBA, with the Eastern Conference Finalists currently positioned to benefit from his services.

1 week ago | nbaanalysis.net | Dan Coombs

The Los Angeles Lakers are entering a new era after a record sale of the franchise was agreed in principle. The LA Lakers are on the verge of closing a staggering sale to new owners. Mark Walter and the TWG Group have agreed a $10 billion deal with the Buss family. TWG were already minority owners and had first refusal if the Buss family chose to sell. Now that significant time has arrived. The Buss family have owned the Lakers since 1979, and Jeanie Buss is set to stay on as governor.

1 week ago | nbaanalysis.net | Dan Coombs

The Houston Rockets are locking down head coach Ime Udoka for the long term future. Former Boston Celtics head coach Ime Udoka has agreed a new contract extension with the Houston Rockets. The deal is described as a ‘long-term’ deal worth eight-figures annually that makes Udoka one of the best paid head coaches in the NBA, reports ESPN. The timing of the agreement comes after the New York Knicks made a request to speak to Udoka over their vacant head coaching role after firing Tom Thibodeau.

1 week ago | unitedinfocus.com | Dan Coombs

Manchester United are showing interest in striker Tolu Akorodare, United In Focus understands. It is no secret Manchester United are keen to sign a striker. It’s not just a ‘want’, it’s a necessity for a team that struggled to score goals over the past two season. Various names have been linked with moves, including Sporting striker Viktor Gyokeres, and Eintracht Frankfurt forward Hugo Ekitike. Both would cost in the region of £70 million, while Victor Osimhen would be another expensive name.