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Several teams exchanged players and draft picks in deals completed around the June 2026 draft. The moves included a multi-team transaction that sent LaMelo Ball to Minnesota and Julius Randle to Brooklyn.
The GuardianThe Minnesota Timberwolves acquired guard LaMelo Ball from the Charlotte Hornets on June 25 in exchange for forward Naz Reid, an unprotected 2033 first-round pick, three first-round pick swaps, and three second-round picks.
24 deals The Minnesota Timberwolves also sent forward Julius Randle and the No. 28 pick to the Brooklyn Nets for the No. 8 pick. The Nets included center Nic Claxton in the deal and later sent Claxton to the Chicago Bulls.
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The HillFIFA confirmed that rainbow and pride flags are allowed at Friday's match between Iran and Egypt. The Iranian team had objected to the displays. Seattle has scheduled related LGBTQ community events.
Usa TodayThe league upgraded the play to a Flagrant 2 foul and cited reckless non-basketball contact. Thomas will miss Phoenix's nationally televised game Saturday against Toronto. Indiana coach Stephanie White called the incident dangerous and inconsistent with officiating standards.
ForbesWimbledon will distribute $85.8 million in total prize money for 2026, a 20 percent increase from last year that applies to every round including qualifying. Singles champions will each receive $4.83 million.