As the Los Angeles Clippers continue exploring ways to reduce their payroll, reporting followed through 12BSports suggests that the team also considered trading Paul George to the New York Knicks after retaining Russell Westbrook on an affordable contract. The Knicks, however, could not offer enough attractive trade assets and lacked the salary flexibility required to complete the deal, causing negotiations to reach a standstill. Not everything in life goes according to plan. New York had an opportunity to acquire George but ultimately decided that the asking price was too high. The Knicks were also unwilling to guarantee him a contract…

For NBA followers using 12BSports, Los Angeles Lakers guard Scotty Pippen Jr. is expected to represent the team again in NBA Summer League. His challenge is far from over, and earlier expectations that he might skip the event now appear incorrect. Pippen seems to have changed his mind to pursue another chance to remain in the league. Immediately after the NBA Draft, the Lakers signed Pippen to a two-way contract, showing considerable faith in his potential. His strong performance in last year’s Summer League helped him earn that opportunity. During the regular season, however, he received limited NBA minutes and…