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Eric Pincus

Eric Pincus has covered the NBA full-time since LeBron James’ rookie season (2003-04). He covers the league nationally for Bleacher Report and previously reported on the Los Angeles Lakers for the Los Angeles Times.



He is known as an expert on the NBA’s collective bargaining agreement, with contacts on both the team and agent sides of the industry. He also prepares prospective agents for the NBPA certification exam.



His experience and network inform his analysis of player contracts, trades, the salary cap, and league-wide trends.

Expert since 2026

5 stories by Eric Pincus

NBA Insider Eric Pincus’ Week 3 Notebook: Celtics’ Paul George Concerns, Scouts Doubt Grizzlies’ Playoff Hopes
November 5, 2026

NBA Insider Eric Pincus’ Week 3 Notebook: Celtics’ Paul George Concerns, Scouts Doubt Grizzlies’ Playoff Hopes

We're just three weeks into the NBA season, and league executives are already raising concerns about Paul George's durability following his blockbuster move to the Boston Celtics, with one scout suggesting his workload may need...

Written by Eric Pincus
NBA Insider Eric Pincus: Is It Time To Consider 40-Minute Games?
November 4, 2026

NBA Insider Eric Pincus: Is It Time To Consider 40-Minute Games?

It isn't recency bias—early-season NBA injuries are officially out of control. OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - OCTOBER 22: Jalen Williams #8 of the Oklahoma City Thunder celebrates during the second half against the Denver Nuggets at...

Written by Eric Pincus
NBA Expert Eric Pincus: Will Devastating Injuries Force Thunder to Rethink Their Financial Stance? 
October 27, 2026

NBA Expert Eric Pincus: Will Devastating Injuries Force Thunder to Rethink Their Financial Stance? 

Injuries are the absolute worst part of professional sports. The Oklahoma City Thunder suffered a catastrophic double-blow recently, losing Jalen Williams to a dislocated left ankle and fractured fibula, alongside defensive ace Cason Wallace, who...

Written by Eric Pincus
NBA Expert Eric Pincus: Why Jaden McDaniels’ US$40 Million Timberwolves Extension Works for Both Sides
October 21, 2026

NBA Expert Eric Pincus: Why Jaden McDaniels’ US$40 Million Timberwolves Extension Works for Both Sides

With the 2026-27 National Basketball Association (NBA) campaign kicking off on Tuesday (October 20), Monday was the deadline for veterans still under multi-year contracts to sign extensions. At the buzzer, the Minnesota Timberwolves rewarded forward...

Written by Eric Pincus
NBA Expert Eric Pincus: Hornets Made Late Offer as Brandon Miller Sought to Surpass Thompson’s Extension
October 20, 2026

NBA Expert Eric Pincus: Hornets Made Late Offer as Brandon Miller Sought to Surpass Thompson’s Extension

The Charlotte Hornets have undergone significant roster shifts this offseason as they prepare for the 2026-27 NBA campaign. But as opening night approaches, the franchise made its core priority official: Brandon Miller is the centerpiece...

Written by Eric Pincus