The move also stoked paranoia in New Orleans, the city Chris Paul left in his prime shortly after he changed agents. But Davis said the move was aimed primarily at helping him become the “the most dominant player in the league.” “It was just for where I am right now in my career — what I’m trying to do — I thought the change was necessary,” Davis said Monday, when the Pelicans held media day on the eve of training camp. “That’s all it was.”
April 19, 2021 | 9:26 pm EDT Update

Shams Charania: NBA spokesperson: “We are in the process of gathering information and hopeful that Sterling makes a full recovery.”
April 19, 2021 | 8:15 pm EDT Update
Adrian Wojnarowski: There’s optimism that LaMelo Ball could be ready to return to the lineup in 7-10 days, source tells ESPN.
Nike and Kobe Bryant partnership is 'done'

Nick DePaula: At 6:36 AM today I received a text: “Vanessa Bryant did not renew contract. Kobe and Nike are done.” I’ve been working since to confirm what this means ahead for the Nike / Kobe Bryant partnership. As of right now — there is no ongoing contract for future Kobe releases. pic.twitter.com/5vuyQg6Gw6
B/R Kicks: Jordan Brand teasing a big announcement 😤 @Zionwilliamson pic.twitter.com/3NiCzanwJo