Sam Cox, Author at Franchise Sports

Braves signing Morton leaves serious questions for Mets, Phillies

November 24, 2020 Sam Cox 1

One of the premier starting pitching free agents is off the market. Charlie Morton has agreed to join the Atlanta Braves on a one-year pact, joining fellow veteran Drew Smyly in bolstering a young rotation.

Atlanta Hawks offseason moves have put the pressure on

November 23, 2020 Sam Cox 0

The Atlanta Hawks have been the boldest team in the NBA this offseason.

Marc Gasol signing caps off perfect Lakers offseason

November 23, 2020 Sam Cox 0

The Los Angeles Lakers, with a bit of help from the Cavaliers, are getting another major addition to their big-man rotation in the shape of Marc Gasol.

Clippers are on a par with the Lakers after Ibaka signing

November 22, 2020 Sam Cox 0

The Los Angeles Clippers are signing Serge Ibaka to a two-year contract.

Making sense of the Lakers signing Montrezl Harrell

November 21, 2020 Sam Cox 0

The Los Angeles Lakers are set to sign former Clippers forward Montrezl Harrell as a free agent. Harrell won Sixth Man of the Year in 2019/20, but a troubled playoffs hit his value hard.

John Wall trade request: Which teams could show interest?

November 21, 2020 Sam Cox 0

In the midst of free agency chaos, Washington Wizards guard John Wall requested a trade. Wall has not played an NBA game since Boxing Day 2018.

Christian Wood is the perfect big man for the Rockets if they keep Harden

November 21, 2020 Sam Cox 0

The Houston Rockets landed one of the best free agents on the market in Christian Wood.

Three bargain free agents the Lakers must add after Schroder trade

November 20, 2020 Sam Cox 0

With Dennis Schroder heading to Staples Center to don the gold of the Lakers, Rob Pelinka will now turn his attention to cheap free agents who can help the Lakers out.

Gordon Hayward: Free agency options and potential landing spots

November 20, 2020 Sam Cox 1

With free agency beginning on Friday, Gordon Hayward turned down a $34 million player option with the Boston Celtics. Hayward will become a free agent.

Warriors ownership show the aggression Curry and Green deserve

November 20, 2020 Sam Cox 0

The Golden State Warriors' season took what could have been a lethal blow this week. The injury to Klay Thompson, ruling him out until 2021/22, took them from title contenders to middle-of-the-pack. Already facing a sizeable tax bill, Warriors ownership could have sat back and shrugged.

Three moves the Charlotte Hornets should make after drafting LaMelo Ball

November 19, 2020 Sam Cox 1

The Charlotte Hornets were one of the stories of the NBA Draft. Rumours of a trade up never materialised - the Hornets stuck at three, selecting LaMelo Ball. They didn't get their big, but they got a player that many draft analysts tab as the highest upside in this draft. LaMelo is perhaps the only player with superstar potential.

Articles by Sam Cox

Braves signing Morton leaves serious questions for Mets, Phillies

Atlanta Hawks offseason moves have put the pressure on

Marc Gasol signing caps off perfect Lakers offseason

Clippers are on a par with the Lakers after Ibaka signing

Making sense of the Lakers signing Montrezl Harrell

John Wall trade request: Which teams could show interest?

Christian Wood is the perfect big man for the Rockets if they keep Harden

Three bargain free agents the Lakers must add after Schroder trade

Gordon Hayward: Free agency options and potential landing spots

Warriors ownership show the aggression Curry and Green deserve

Three moves the Charlotte Hornets should make after drafting LaMelo Ball

Morey’s draft night moves take the Sixers a step closer to contending

Should the Giants pursue George Springer?

Bucks finally give Giannis a reason to sign the supermax

Does a Zach LaVine trade make sense for any team?