The New York Knicks confirmed that they have decided not to match the offer sheet for Jeremy Lin.

I played and coached in summer hoops for years and I can attest that this is where passion meets opportunity. For coaches Ben Howland (UCLA) and Brad Stevens (Butler) it is an escape. Both coaches are in similar circumstances but at vastly different programs.

Andre Igoudala talks about his role in London, being a defensive stopper, the changes the Sixers have made so far this summer, and on dealing with criticism.

Charlotte claimed veteran center and North Carolina native Brendan Haywood off of waivers on Saturday, thus helping to fill a void in the paint for Charlotte.

Kevin Love chatted with the media about his role on the team heading to London for the Olympics, acting as a mentor to Anthony Davis, and how playing in the World Championships helped prepare him for this summer.

Carmelo Anthony talked with the media about how tough it is to repeat as Olympic Champions, spending time with Michael Phelps, what events he wants to watch in London, what watching LeBron James winning an NBA Championship meant to him, his image taking a hit the past few years, and a host of other topics.

Deron Williams chatted with the media about being excited about playing with Joe Johnson, how important it is for the Nets to do well this year, and Brooklyn having a nice core of four players.

Anthony Davis talked with the media about what he is learning from his USA teammates, his experience meeting military members, the process of rejoining the team after Blake Griffin’s injury and a host of other topics.

The Charlotte Bobcats are finishing up a deal for free agent point guard Ramon Sessions, further improving their quest to have the deepest backcourt in the NBA.

The recent successes of the Celtics and Heat have led these teams to wanting more, but history should tell them to be content with what they have.