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sports47 min ago
Grizzlies sign Warriors center to three-year offer sheet
Restricted free agent Quinten Post agreed to a three-year, $30 million offer sheet with the Memphis Grizzlies. The Golden State Warriors have until Tuesday night to match the deal or lose the third-year center.
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awfulannouncing.comsports3 hrs ago
Kawhi Leonard Hires Harrison Gaines as Agent, Traded to Raptors
Kawhi Leonard has hired Harrison Gaines of SLASH Sports as his new agent. The Toronto Raptors acquired him in a trade that sends Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick and multiple draft picks to his prior team. The deal cannot be completed until Monday.
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sports3 hrs ago
Lakers Trade Deandre Ayton to Wizards for Jaden Hardy and Future Picks
The Los Angeles Lakers agreed to trade center Deandre Ayton to the Washington Wizards for guard Jaden Hardy and two second-round picks. The deal follows a separate Lakers sign-and-trade with the Utah Jazz for center Walker Kessler.
winnipegfreepress.comsports3 hrs ago
Rookie Forwards Score 28 and 15 Points in Summer League Openers
Two first-round picks posted double-digit scoring in their NBA summer league debuts. One guard finished with 28 points in an overtime win, while a power forward added 15 points in a blowout.
espn.comsports3 hrs ago
Patrick Ewing agrees to join Washington Wizards as assistant coach
Patrick Ewing has agreed to become an assistant coach for the Washington Wizards. He previously served in an ambassador role with the New York Knicks.
nypost.comsports3 hrs ago
Mitchell Robinson agrees to three-year, $47.4 million deal with Celtics after Knicks’ 2026 title
The center, who played through a hand injury for the Knicks' 2026 championship team, signed a $47.4 million contract. The agreement becomes official on July 6.
espn.comsports3 hrs ago
NBA teams complete trades and signings during free agency period
Several teams exchanged players and draft assets in a series of trades and signings. Multiple players changed teams while one player informed his current team of plans to leave.
winnipegfreepress.comsports3 hrs ago
Knicks Sign Andre Drummond After Mitchell Robinson Joins Celtics
The Knicks agreed to terms with the veteran center on Friday. The signing follows Mitchell Robinson's three-year deal with the Boston Celtics.
New York Postsports3 hrs ago
Rookie guard expected to debut in summer league game Monday
The team rested its top draft pick for the first two summer league games. The player is now slated to appear against Golden State after missing time with a back injury during college.
ESPNsports4 hrs ago
Lakers complete sign-and-trade for center and sign three free agents
The Los Angeles Lakers agreed to a sign-and-trade deal for a center and signed three unrestricted free agents in roughly 35 minutes. The moves followed LeBron James informing the team he would continue his career elsewhere.
news.google.comsports4 hrs ago
LeBron James and Lakers Part Ways as Team Focuses on Other Players
LeBron James decided not to return to the Los Angeles Lakers. His agent Rich Paul notified team president Rob Pelinka of the decision during a call from Wimbledon on Tuesday.
news.sky.comsports4 hrs ago
League Executives Discuss Trade of Veteran Forward for Veteran Forward and Draft Picks
Executives and coaches reacted to a trade sending one team's forward to another club in exchange for a different forward and draft assets. The move prompted discussion about salary structures and analytical approaches in roster decisions.
chicago.suntimes.comsports1 day ago
NBA teams complete offseason trades involving centers and forwards
Three trades moved players and draft assets between the Lakers, Hornets, Rockets, Celtics, and 76ers. The deals adjusted salary commitments and added second-round picks for multiple clubs.
bleedingcool.comsports1 day ago
Patrick Ewing joins Washington Wizards as assistant coach
Georgetown and New York Knicks legend Patrick Ewing has agreed to become an assistant coach for the Washington Wizards under head coach Brian Keefe. Ewing moves from an ambassador role with the Knicks to the coaching staff in Washington.
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nypost.comworld1 day ago
Jayson Tatum posts message after Jaylen Brown traded to 76ers
Jayson Tatum posted a message on Instagram after Jaylen Brown was traded from the Celtics to the 76ers. The trade ended nearly a decade of the pair playing together in Boston.
world1 day ago
LeBron James Agent Says Free Agency Decision Has No Timeline
LeBron James' agent told reporters the player is treating free agency as a blank slate and does not expect a decision in the next few days. The agent listed ten teams still in consideration after confirming James will not return to the Los Angeles Lakers.
news.sky.comsports1 day ago
LeBron James Spends Fourth of July Weekend in Akron, Ohio
LeBron James was observed at a community center in Akron, Ohio, during the July 4 weekend. The location is roughly 40 miles from Cleveland. Reports indicate he is considering options among six teams for his next contract.
winnipegfreepress.comsports1 day ago
Timberwolves Contact LeBron James’ Representatives After Lakers Split
The Minnesota Timberwolves have ramped up efforts to sign LeBron James following his departure from the Los Angeles Lakers. League sources said the team has contacted his representatives and believes it remains in contention.
nypost.comsports1 day ago
Celtics Trade Jaylen Brown to 76ers for Paul George and Draft Picks
The Boston Celtics agreed on July 1 to send Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for Paul George and multiple draft picks. Bill Simmons described learning of the deal after a medical procedure. Brown later addressed the move in a live stream.
winnipegfreepress.comsports1 day ago
Lakers Re-Sign Chris Manon to Fill Final Two-Way Roster Spot
The Los Angeles Lakers re-signed Chris Manon to a two-way deal after his eight-point performance in a summer league loss. The team also added Peter Suder and AK Okereke on similar contracts.
nypost.comsports2 days ago
Celtics Trade Jaylen Brown to 76ers for Paul George and Draft Picks
The Boston Celtics sent Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers on July 1 in exchange for Paul George and four draft picks. Jayson Tatum posted a farewell message two days later, while Brown expressed dissatisfaction with the process during a livestream and on social media.
Forbesfinance2 days ago
Rich Paul Says LeBron James Will Not Decide Next Team Soon
LeBron James's agent stated on July 4 that no decision on the player's next NBA team is imminent. James informed the Lakers he will not end his career there after eight seasons. Paul listed nine possible destinations while stressing James faces no external pressure.
espn.comsports2 days ago
Ja Morant Switches to Jersey Number 1 With Portland Trail Blazers
Ja Morant will wear No. 1 after the Portland Trail Blazers acquired him from the Memphis Grizzlies in a trade. The team announced the change from his previous No. 12 on Thursday.
nypost.comsports2 days ago
Celtics Trade Jaylen Brown to 76ers for Paul George and Draft Picks
The Boston Celtics sent Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers for Paul George, two first-round picks and two second-round picks. Brown averaged 28.7 points per game in the 2025-26 season. ESPN reported the deal on July 1.
news.sky.comsports2 days agoUpdated
Celtics Acquire Paul George and Four Draft Picks From 76ers for Jaylen Brown
The Boston Celtics agreed to send five-time All-Star Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers. The deal sends Paul George and multiple future picks to Boston. Brown released a statement expressing mixed emotions about leaving the city where he won a championship.
New York Postsports2 days ago
New York sportsbooks and bettors split $587.6 million in wagers during NBA Finals week
New York sportsbooks recorded a $48.5 million loss during Games 3 to 5 of the NBA Finals. DraftKings alone posted more than $14 million in losses on $195.6 million in handle for the week ending June 14.
bleedingcool.comsports2 days ago
Jordan Miller Signs Three-Year, $15.3 Million Contract with Clippers
Restricted free agent guard Jordan Miller agreed to a three-year deal worth $15.3 million to stay with the Los Angeles Clippers. @ShamsCharania reported the signing via ESPN. Clippers officials met with his agent the same morning.
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winnipegfreepress.comsports2 days ago
Boston Celtics Agree to Four-Year, $56 Million Extension with Center Neemias Queta
The Boston Celtics picked up their team option on center Neemias Queta for the 2026-27 season and agreed to a four-year, $56 million extension. The fully guaranteed deal runs through the 2030-31 season.
winnipegfreepress.comsports2 days ago
Lakers trade center for guard and draft picks
The team sent its starting center to Washington in exchange for a guard and two future second-round selections. The move continues roster adjustments around the team's lead guard.
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espn.comsports2 days ago
Hornets Acquire Finney-Smith and Three Second-Round Picks from Rockets
The Charlotte Hornets are acquiring forward Dorian Finney-Smith and three second-round picks from the Houston Rockets. The deal adds veteran shooting and defense while giving Charlotte additional draft assets.
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profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports2 days agoUpdated
Lakers Trade Center Deandre Ayton to Wizards for Guard and Picks
The Los Angeles Lakers sent center Deandre Ayton to the Washington Wizards for guard Jaden Hardy and two second-round picks. Ayton started all 72 games for the Lakers last season and averaged 12.5 points and eight rebounds.
winnipegfreepress.comsports3 days ago
LeBron James Becomes Free Agent, Eyes Multiple Teams After Eight Seasons With Lakers
LeBron James became an unrestricted free agent on July 1, 2026, after telling the Los Angeles Lakers he will play for another team. His agent Rich Paul discussed possible destinations on a podcast.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports3 days ago
Team acquires additional draft capital in trade
A team added draft picks in a transaction that also increased its total second-round selections to 20 over the next seven years. The move leaves the acquiring side with the second-most tradeable picks in the league.
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espn.comsports3 days agoUpdated
Billy Donovan Agrees to Become Lead Assistant Coach for San Antonio Spurs
Billy Donovan will serve as lead assistant to head coach Mitch Johnson after stepping down from the Chicago Bulls in April. The 61-year-old Hall of Fame coach brings 11 seasons of NBA head coaching experience.
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winnipegfreepress.comsports3 days ago
Anfernee Simons agrees to two-year deal with 76ers
Free agent guard Anfernee Simons reached a two-year, $12.3 million agreement with the Philadelphia 76ers that includes a player option in the second season. The signing adds outside shooting to a roster that recently acquired Jaylen Brown in a trade with the Boston Celtics.
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eonline.comsports3 days ago
Lakers complete sign-and-trade for Walker Kessler and add three free agents
The Los Angeles Lakers agreed to a sign-and-trade for center Walker Kessler and signed three unrestricted free agents in roughly 35 minutes on Wednesday morning. The moves followed LeBron James informing the team he would continue his career elsewhere.
winnipegfreepress.comsports3 days ago
LeBron James Tells Lakers He Will Leave After Eight Seasons
LeBron James told the Los Angeles Lakers he is departing after eight years. The 41-year-old averaged 20.9 points, 7.2 assists and 6.1 rebounds in his final season with the team.
nypost.comsports3 days ago
Tim Hardaway Jr. Signs One-Year, $6.5 Million Deal with Miami Heat
Tim Hardaway Jr. agreed to a one-year, $6.5 million contract with the Miami Heat. He is expected to wear jersey number 11 because his father's retired No. 10 will remain out of circulation.
sportsnet.casports3 days ago
Raptors Extend Rajakovic and Trade Multiple Picks and Players for Kawhi Leonard
The Toronto Raptors agreed to a multiyear contract extension with coach Darko Rajakovic on July 2, 2026. The deal follows a trade that brought Leonard back to the franchise he led to the 2019 NBA title.
ESPNsports3 days ago
NBA to Test One Free Throw Rule and Sensor-Embedded Ball in Summer Leagues
The NBA will trial a single free throw worth multiple points and a basketball with an embedded contact sensor during its 2026 summer leagues. The experiments begin Friday in Northern California, Salt Lake City and Las Vegas. Data from the sensor will support future officiating to…
fantasypros.comsports3 days ago
Three trades reshape Eastern Conference standings after Knicks title
Blockbuster deals moved multiple All-Stars and draft picks across Eastern Conference teams. The moves followed the Knicks' first championship in 53 years. Analysts expect the changes to affect next season's playoff picture.
winnipegfreepress.comsports3 days ago
Anfernee Simons agrees to two-year deal with 76ers
Free agent guard Anfernee Simons reached a two-year, $12.3 million agreement with the Philadelphia 76ers, including a player option for the second season. The signing follows the 76ers' trade for Jaylen Brown from the Boston Celtics.
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espn.comsports3 days ago
Player informs team he will sign elsewhere in free agency
A player who spent the past eight seasons with the franchise told officials he will sign with another team. The decision followed reported friction that began after a 2021 trade and continued through the 2022-23 season.
The Athleticworld3 days ago
Knicks trade offers for Pelicans center rejected
New York has submitted multiple offers for New Orleans center Yves Missi this offseason. The Pelicans have declined each proposal and stated they do not intend to trade the player.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports3 days ago
Multiple NBA players traded or signed in free agency
Several star players changed teams during a busy week of trades and signings. LeBron James informed his team he will enter free agency.
sports3 days ago
Sixers championship odds shorten to 20-1 after Brown trade
The Philadelphia 76ers' odds to win the 2027 NBA Finals moved from 60-1 to 20-1 after acquiring Jaylen Brown. The Boston Celtics' odds lengthened from +700 to 13-1 in the same transaction.
nypost.comsports3 days ago
Celtics Trade Jaylen Brown to 76ers for Paul George and Two First-Round Picks
The Boston Celtics sent Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for Paul George and two first-round draft picks. The deal occurred on a Wednesday that also included the Celtics signing an injury-prone free agent named Robinson.
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profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports4 days ago
Malik Beasley pleads not guilty to federal gambling charges
Former NBA player Malik Beasley entered a not guilty plea Wednesday in Brooklyn federal court to charges that he altered his performance in 2024 games to benefit sports bettors and reduce his debts. His agent Paolo Zamorano also pleaded not guilty.
eonline.comsports4 days ago
Lakers acquire Walker Kessler from Jazz in multi-pick trade
The Los Angeles Lakers acquired center Walker Kessler from the Utah Jazz in exchange for two unprotected first-round picks and two first-round swaps. The team also signed three free agents to multi-year contracts.
winnipegfreepress.comsports4 days ago
Raptors agree to multi-year extension with head coach Rajakovic
The Toronto Raptors announced a multi-year contract extension with head coach Darko Rajakovic on Thursday. Rajakovic guided the team to a 46-36 record and a playoff appearance this past season.
espn.comsports4 days ago
NBA teams complete trades and signings during free agency period
Several teams completed trades and free-agent signings this week. Miami acquired a player from Milwaukee, Boston exchanged one starter for another, and Utah received multiple draft picks from Los Angeles.
winnipegfreepress.comsports3 days agoUpdated
Celtics acquire Paul George in trade sending Jaylen Brown to 76ers
The Celtics and 76ers completed a trade on Wednesday that sends Jaylen Brown to Philadelphia and brings Paul George to Boston along with several draft picks. George, 36, averaged 20.5 points and 6.2 rebounds per game across 16 seasons and has never reached the NBA Finals.
nypost.comsports4 days ago
Mitchell Robinson agrees to three-year, $47.4 million deal with Celtics
Free agent center Mitchell Robinson has agreed to a three-year, $47.4 million contract with the Boston Celtics that includes a player option in the third season. Robinson won an NBA title with the New York Knicks this season.
winnipegfreepress.comsports4 days ago
Grizzlies trade forward Santi Aldama to Mavericks for guard and draft picks
The Memphis Grizzlies traded forward Santi Aldama to the Dallas Mavericks for guard AJ Johnson, a 2030 first-round pick and two future second-round picks. The first-round pick is top-20 protected and comes via the Golden State Warriors. The Mavericks also received the draft right…
hoopsrumors.comsports4 days ago
Tobias Harris agrees to two-year, $31 million deal with Spurs after Pistons’ 60-win season
Free agent forward Tobias Harris reached a two-year, $31 million agreement with the San Antonio Spurs on July 1. The 33-year-old leaves the Detroit Pistons after two seasons that included a 60-win campaign. The Spurs also completed contracts with forwards Julian Champagnie and Ha…
finance4 days ago
76ers Trade Paul George and Four Draft Picks to Celtics for Jaylen Brown
The 76ers agreed to acquire forward Jaylen Brown from the Celtics. Boston receives Paul George plus two first-round and two second-round draft picks in the deal.
espn.comsports4 days ago
Magic Re-Sign Vucevic, Carter and Isaac on One-Year Deals
The Orlando Magic agreed to one-year contracts with center Nikola Vucevic, point guard Jevon Carter and forward Jonathan Isaac. Vucevic returns after spending time with another team, while Carter and Isaac also stay in Orlando.
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espn.comsports4 days ago
Marcus Smart Signs Two-Year Deal with Houston Rockets After Declining Lakers Option
Free agent guard Marcus Smart signed a two-year, $13 million contract with the Houston Rockets that includes a player option for the second season. The 32-year-old made the decision Wednesday morning after declining his option with the Los Angeles Lakers.
winnipegfreepress.comsports4 days ago
Memphis trade sends versatile forward to Dallas
A trade moved a versatile forward from Memphis to Dallas. The deal lets Memphis keep its full $29 million trade exception from the Jaren Jackson Jr. trade.
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winnipegfreepress.comsports4 days ago
Memphis Grizzlies trade forward for guard and draft picks
The Memphis Grizzlies will send forward Santi Aldama to the Dallas Mavericks in exchange for guard AJ Johnson, a protected 2030 first-round pick, and two future second-round picks.
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