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Luke Babbitt’s basketball journey completes a circle—evolving from a former player at Nevada to an impressive 8-season NBA career. The now family man, has found more consistency in two years as head coach for the Bishop Manogue Miners, sharing his skills to inspire the younger generation. “Their knowledge, hunger, and motivation make it really enjoyable. They love hearing stories of players I’ve been with and my experiences. It’s a lot of fun,” Babbitt said.
League sources told cleveland.com that 3-point shooter Luke Babbitt and bruiser Trevor Booker are among the free agents the Cavs are speaking to, though those sources said no deal with either player was imminent.
The Heat also could sign a minimum-type power rotation player, perhaps two, if Miami doesn’t resign Luke Babbitt or Udonis Haslem to the minimum. Power rotation players who could command mid-level type money include center Greg Monroe (has some support inside the Heat; averaged 10.2 points and 4.3 rebounds in 26 games for Boston after a Suns buyout).
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The fact the Heat traded for Babbitt could be a sign forward Kelly Olynyk, who strained his right shoulder and missed his first game of the season on Wednesday, could be out for a while. The Heat played Wednesday’s game without Olynyk and leading three-point shooter Wayne Ellington, who also has a shoulder injury.
Barry Jackson: Can confirm, as Marc Spears reported, that Heat getting Atlanta's Luke Babbitt for Okaro White. Miami also has been discussing Marco Belinelli with Hawks, and further talks ongoing
Marc J. Spears: The Hawks are sending forward Luke Babbitt to the Heat for forward Omari White sources said.
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Michael Cunningham: Babbitt (back) says he practiced today. Hopes to be ready for next game, Thurs vs Cavs.
Michael Cunningham: Babbitt (back) and Muscala (ankle) out vs TOR..
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