The Brooklyn Nets made a big step back towards playoff contention when they decided to trade for Julius Randle.

Here are the top highlights from Brian Windhorst's "The Hoop Collective" podcast, from breaking news to the latest intel and reaction from around the NBA.

First and foremost, a floor-raiser. After two years of brazen tanking and coming off a 20-62 record, Randle, 31, is a ...

The Brooklyn Nets reportedly traded for Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle, but the trade may finally be able to be ...

The Nets haven't played postseason basketball in a few years, but their new addition could help them get back.

NBA free agency is here, and signings, extensions and trades are coming in fast. Which players are agreeing to new contracts? Which franchises are exploring trades? Which stars will join Kawhi Leonard ...

Rich Paul says Ben Simmons could be a $30 million player in the NBA right now if he played the five and rolled hard to the ...