Williams Trade Grades

Grading Every N.B.A. Deal at the Trade Deadline

The Lakers made another big move, while Golden State finally found Stephen Curry a co-star.

The New York Times - 12m

Sources: Lakers move for Hornets center Williams

The Lakers are trading Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish, a 2031 unprotected first-round pick and a 2030 pick swap to the Hornets for center Mark Williams, sources told ESPN.

ESPN - 1h

Grading the Brandon Ingram trade: Raptors get a talent, but the move raises questions about their plan

The Pelicans finally moved on from Ingram, and the biggest beneficiary should be someone who's already on the roster.

Yahoo Sports - 8h

Grading the Jonas Valančiūnas trade: Why Kings earn a high mark by adding Wizards center

In what is both unexpected and a bit random, the Sacramento Kings have acquired center Jonas Valančiūnas from the Washington Wizards.

Yahoo Sports - 17h

Mark Williams trade grades: Why the Lakers just missed out on an 'A' for adding Luka Doncic's new lob partner

Meanwhile the Hornets did well by cashing in a valuable asset

CBS Sports - 8h

Lakers land Mark Williams in trade with Hornets to give LeBron James, Luka Doncic their center, per report

The Lakers have found their replacement for Anthony Davis and he allows them make a real push to contend this season

CBS Sports - 9h

Brandon Ingram trade grades: Raptors get 'B-' for adding All-Star as Pels bail on pairing with Zion Williamson

The Raptors land a 27-year-old former All-Star ahead of his free agency

CBS Sports - 9h

How to trade the trade war

Global investors had time to prepare for Donald Trump’s tariffs but swift market reversals are keeping them on edge

Financial Times - 10h

Khris Middleton trade grades: Bucks get 'C-' for moving franchise mainstay to Wizards for Kyle Kuzma

Middleton hasn't been on the court much, but Kuzma is having the least-efficient season of his career

CBS Sports - 12h

Jimmy Butler trade grades: Warriors get 'B+' for major swing, Heat sell low after saga with star

Golden State has landed the star it was looking for next to Stephen Curry

CBS Sports - 12h

Grading the Jimmy Butler trade: Did Warriors or Heat win 4-team deal?

Golden State has acquired the disgruntled All-Star swingman from Miami on the eve of the trade deadline. Was it a win-win move?

Yahoo Sports - 13h

Mobile ban in schools not improving grades or behaviour, study suggests

It is the first study to look at school phone rules, alongside measures of pupil health and education.

BBC News - 22h

Williams and Arizona host Colorado

Arizona Wildcats (14-9, 5-5 Big 12) at Colorado Buffaloes (15-6, 6-4 Big 12) Boulder, Colorado; Wednesday, 9 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Arizona plays Colorado after Jada Williams scored 25 points in ...

ABC News - 1d

Caleb Martin trade grades: Mavericks make first post-Luka Doncic move, but 76ers get slightly better marks

Dallas has overhauled its roster in recent days

CBS Sports - 1d

MLB offseason grades: Grading every team's winter, from an A+ for the Dodgers to Fs for the Mariners and Padres

With spring training just days away, let's assess how all 30 MLB teams fared this offseason.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

De'Aaron Fox trade grades: Spurs fleece Kings and Bulls again as Victor Wembanyama gets new sidekick

The Spurs have landed a second star to pair with Wemby, but what are the Kings and Bulls doing?

CBS Sports - 3d

WNBA trade grades: Mercury add star power, Clark gets running mate

Friday's trade sends Satou Sabally to Phoenix, NaLyssa Smith to Dallas and Sophie Cunningham to the Fever.

ESPN - 3d

Luka Doncic trade grades: Lakers get 'A+' as they solve future, why Mavs fail despite landing Anthony Davis

The Doncic-AD deal will shake up the NBA for years to come

CBS Sports - 3d

Grading the Blockbuster N.B.A. Trade That No One Expected to Happen

The Mavericks’ decision to trade a franchise player to the Lakers in exchange for a superstar rocked the N.B.A., a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - 4d

Grading the trade: Who won the Luka Dončić-for-Anthony Davis swap?

For the Lakers, there is nothing but upside in swapping Davis for Dončić. For the Mavericks, the only way this trade is defensible is if Davis delivers a title this season.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

Grading the NL West's offseason: Can any team keep up with the Dodgers?

The reigning World Series champs just had an A+ offseason as they go for back-to-back titles.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 28

Six big questions on the Cowboys' Brian Schottenheimer pick ... and a grade for the hire

Jerry Jones promoted Schottenheimer from OC to head coach. Here's what it means for Dak Prescott and the Cowboys.

ESPN - Jan. 28

Why the Raiders made the hire, plus our grade and what's next

We answer six burning questions on Pete Carroll's return to coaching -- and Tom Brady's involvement.

ESPN - Jan. 26

NFL fines Jameson Williams $25,325 for touchdown celebration

Lions receiver Jameson Williams has received a parting gift for the 2024 season, from the NFL.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 25

Williams and Georgia State host Old Dominion

Old Dominion Monarchs (13-7, 5-3 Sun Belt) at Georgia State Panthers (9-10, 3-5 Sun Belt) Atlanta; Saturday, 1 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Georgia State hosts Old Dominion after Mya Williams scored 24 ...

ABC News - Jan. 25

Nascimento and William & Mary host UNC Wilmington

UNC Wilmington Seahawks (9-9, 3-2 CAA) at William & Mary Tribe (6-10, 3-2 CAA) Williamsburg, Virginia; Friday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: William & Mary hosts UNC Wilmington after Bella Nascimento ...

ABC News - Jan. 24

Pharell Williams and Nigo’s Louis Vuitton Collection 2025

For his latest Vuitton collection, Pharrell Williams tapped his best bud Nigo to be co-creative director. And Bernard Arnault made it back from the Trump inauguration to see it.

The New York Times - Jan. 22

Patriots to hire Terrell Williams as defensive coordinator

Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel's first staff in New England is continuing to come together.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 22

NBA trade grades: Suns, Jazz swap first-round picks as Phoenix takes step toward Jimmy Butler deal

The Suns have taken their most aggressive step yet toward acquiring Jimmy Butler

CBS Sports - Jan. 22

Prince William and a Very Special Pre-Game Drink

The Prince of Wales joined fellow Aston Villa fans for a pint before their trip to Everton. Here’s what happened.

The New York Times - Jan. 20

NBA trade rumors: Cavs interested in Nets' Cam Johnson, Warriors looking at Robert Williams III, other bigs

But what exactly would Cleveland be offering Brooklyn in return?

CBS Sports - Jan. 17

William has Wetherspoon pint with Aston Villa fans

He enjoyed a pint of cider with fans - but staff did not say who paid for the round of drinks.

BBC News - Jan. 15

Knicks Midseason Report Card: Grading the players and Tom Thibodeau

Here is the 2024-25 Knicks midseason report card, with each rotation player and head coach Tom Thibodeau graded on their performance relative to expectations.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 15

Storm use core player designation on Williams

Gabby Williams, who averaged a career-high 10.3 points last season, was designated as the Storm's core player and will not become an unrestricted free agent.

ESPN - Jan. 14

Six big questions -- and a grade -- on the Patriots' hiring of Mike Vrabel

Vrabel, a former Pats linebacker, brings a culture of accountability to a team that finished 4-13.

ESPN - Jan. 13

Women's transfer grades: Liverpool get A+ for Sam Kerr loan

The women's transfer window is open across Europe. Here are the big deals and how we rate them.

ESPN - Jan. 8

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