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espn.comsports34 min ago
Austin Reaves Signs Four-Year $180 Million Contract With Los Angeles Lakers
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves agreed to a four-year, $180 million deal, the richest for an undrafted player in NBA history. The signing occurred after LeBron James left the franchise in free agency.
espn.comsports35 min ago
Rookies post strong scoring in summer league openers
Several first-year players recorded double-digit scoring in their initial summer league appearances. Observers noted improved shooting and defensive contributions from multiple prospects.
nypost.comsports2 hrs ago
Lakers Acquire Walker Kessler in Sign-and-Trade, Sending Two First-Round Picks to Jazz
Walker Kessler has been medically cleared after shoulder surgery and will join Luka Doncic on the Los Angeles Lakers. The 24-year-old center completed the deal earlier this month via sign-and-trade from the Utah Jazz.
espn.comsports2 hrs agoUpdated
Ja Morant Traded to Portland Trail Blazers in June 2026
Ja Morant was traded from the Memphis Grizzlies to the Portland Trail Blazers in June. Speaking in Las Vegas on July 11, he said the move gives him a chance to start fresh and show a different side.
sportsnet.casports2 hrs ago
Gary Trent Jr. Agrees to Four-Year, $64 Million Deal with Milwaukee Bucks
ESPN reported that Gary Trent Jr. agreed to a four-year, $64 million contract to stay with the Milwaukee Bucks. The deal follows two seasons with the team and comes after he opted out of a prior player option.
abcnews.go.comsports2 hrs ago
Dybantsa Scores 23 Points as Wizards Defeat Kings 104-85 in Summer League
Washington Wizards defeated Sacramento Kings 104-85 in NBA summer league play on July 13. AJ Dybantsa recorded 23 points and seven rebounds while adding three steals and two blocks.
sports2 hrs ago
Hornets Trade Ball and Green for Reid and Draft Picks
Charlotte sent LaMelo Ball and Josh Green to Minnesota in exchange for Naz Reid, a 2033 first-round pick, three second-round picks and three first-round pick swaps. The deal was part of a four-team transaction that also involved Brooklyn and Chicago. Officials said the move was i…
usatoday.comsports2 hrs agoUpdated
Frank Vogel Agrees to Join Warriors Coaching Staff
Longtime NBA coach Frank Vogel has agreed to become associate head coach of the Warriors. The move fills vacancies left by Terry Stotts and Jerry Stackhouse after last season.
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nypost.comsports1 day ago
Iguodala Links LeBron James' Reported Warriors Interest to Curry's Stature Amid Team's 37-45 Season
Andre Iguodala stated July 10 that LeBron James considering the Golden State Warriors reflects Stephen Curry's greatness. The comments came after the NBPA announced Iguodala's succession as executive director.
winnipegfreepress.comsports1 day agoUpdated
Bulls Rookie Wilson Scores 35 Points but Team Loses Summer League Debut 97-96
Chicago Bulls first-year player Caleb Wilson posted 35 points in a 97-96 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies on July 10. The performance marked his first game since a wrist injury ended his North Carolina season in February.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports1 day ago
LeBron James Leaves Lakers as Free Agent, Opening Roster Moves for Multiple Teams
LeBron James' departure from the Los Angeles Lakers has left several teams waiting to fill roster spots. ESPN reported that Cleveland, Denver, Golden State, Miami, Minnesota and Philadelphia each have at least two openings. The Nuggets and Warriors together have eight roster spot…
rollingstone.comsports1 day ago
2026 ESPYS Scheduled for July 15 at Lincoln Center in New York
The annual awards show returns to New York City with comedian Marcello Hernández as host. Nominees include New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson and Los Angeles Dodgers player Shohei Ohtani.
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espn.comsports1 day ago
NBA teams sign free agents to multi-year contracts
Teams completed several free-agent signings and extensions this week. Deals include a $252 million rookie extension and multiple two- and three-year contracts for centers and wings.
nypost.comworld1 day ago
Knicks Draft Pick Kayil Says He Wants to Stay in NBA
Jack Kayil, selected 39th overall by the Knicks last month, stated after his summer league debut that he aims to play in the NBA next season. The 20-year-old point guard scored 12 points in a 70-49 loss.
bleedingcool.comsports1 day ago
Knicks second-round pick scores 16 points in summer league loss
Tyler Nickel, selected 47th overall, made six three-pointers in one game and scored 16 points in another during the Knicks' summer league games in Las Vegas. The 22-year-old Vanderbilt product is viewed as a catch-and-shoot specialist.
usatoday.comsports2 days ago
Ja Morant Signs Number 12 on Portland Trail Blazers Jersey
Ja Morant autographed a white Blazers jersey with his former number after his first media session since the trade from Memphis. He noted the team had other plans for No. 12 and hinted at a possible retirement for LaMarcus Aldridge.
espn.comsports2 days ago
Trae Young Signs Four-Year $212 Million Contract to Stay with Washington Wizards
Trae Young announced his re-signing with the Washington Wizards on July 10 in Las Vegas. The four-year deal follows the team's acquisition of Young and Anthony Davis after three straight 60-loss seasons.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports2 days ago
NBA free agency sees multiple player options declined ahead of Tuesday deadline
Several NBA players declined player options on contracts worth tens of millions of dollars. Teams and agents are also discussing possible trades and extensions.
winnipegfreepress.comsports2 days ago
Top two 2026 NBA draft picks face off in Las Vegas summer league
The Washington Wizards' first overall pick scored 27 points and the Utah Jazz's second overall pick scored 24 points in a summer league game Thursday. The first pick's team won the matchup.
winnipegfreepress.comsports2 days ago
Thunder Rookie Aday Mara Records Seven Rebounds and Two Blocks in Summer League Debut Loss
Aday Mara, selected 12th overall by the Oklahoma City Thunder in June, recorded two points, seven rebounds and two blocks in a July 10 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. The 7-foot-3 center made no field goals during his first Summer League appearance.
espn.comsports1 day agoUpdated
Victor Wembanyama agrees to five-year, $252 million extension with San Antonio Spurs
Victor Wembanyama agreed to a five-year contract extension with the San Antonio Spurs that could exceed $250 million. The deal is the richest in franchise history and begins in the 2027-28 season.
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fantasypros.comsports3 days ago
Team signs prospect to complete six-team trade
A team signed a 25-year-old prospect Friday, completing a six-team trade that also brings two additional players to the roster. The prospect had played professionally overseas for eight years before entering the NBA.
theundefeated.comsports2 days agoUpdated
Former Heat teammates Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro involved in confrontation at Las Vegas gym
Former Miami Heat teammates Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro clashed at a practice court inside the Resorts World Casino gym on Friday morning. The incident took place in front of Herro's AAU team during the NBA Summer League.
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nypost.comworld3 days ago
Wembanyama Posts Commitment Message to Spurs on July 10
Victor Wembanyama wrote on X that he is staying with the San Antonio Spurs. NBA insider Jake Fischer reported the 22-year-old may accept a below-maximum rookie extension to aid team flexibility.
espn.comsports3 days ago
Bucks Trade Antetokounmpo to Heat for Players and Draft Picks
The Milwaukee Bucks agreed to send Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat two weeks ago. General manager Jon Horst said the deal provides draft flexibility and serves both sides.
nypost.comsports3 days ago
Mark Cuban Accuses Patrick Dumont of Excluding Him from Mavericks Arena Move
Mark Cuban filed allegations that Patrick Dumont used adversarial practices to sideline him from business opportunities tied to a proposed relocation of the Dallas Mavericks. The team plans a new arena on 104 acres north of downtown that would open in 2031.
espn.comsports3 days ago
Stephen Curry Discusses Appeal of Joining LeBron James
Stephen Curry addressed questions about the Golden State Warriors' pursuit of LeBron James during media availability at a golf event. He described a potential late-career pairing as part of the sport's history but said any decision remains premature.
bleedingcool.comsports3 days ago
Anthony Davis Sells Los Angeles Home for $32 Million After $39.9 Million Listing
Anthony Davis sold his Bel Air Crest residence on July 9 for $32 million, $7.9 million below the August 2025 asking price. The transaction follows his February 2026 trade to the Washington Wizards.
news.google.comsports3 days ago
LeBron James Free Agency Leaves Multiple Teams With Open Roster Spots
Several NBA teams are holding roster decisions while monitoring LeBron James' free agency choice. The situation follows an active draft and trade period more than three weeks earlier.
fantasypros.comsports3 days ago
LeBron James Becomes Unrestricted Free Agent, Ending Lakers Run
LeBron James ended his eight-year tenure with the Los Angeles Lakers last month. The 41-year-old is now seeking a new team for his 24th NBA season.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports3 days ago
NBA free agency sees multiple star moves after first week
Several teams completed trades and signings during the opening week of NBA free agency. LeBron James remains unsigned while other players changed teams.
winnipegfreepress.comsports3 days ago
Tim Hardaway Jr. Signs With Miami Heat, Receives Number 10 Jersey
The 34-year-old guard was formally introduced by the team on July 8 after signing as a free agent. He will wear the number previously retired in honor of his father and joins a roster that added Giannis Antetokounmpo this offseason.
sports3 days agoUpdated
LeBron James Receives Voice Memos from Interested NBA Teams but Holds No In-Person Meetings
Teams seeking to sign LeBron James in free agency are submitting voice memos to his agent. Philadelphia 76ers executive Bob Myers used a podcast appearance to deliver one such pitch.
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sports4 days ago
Judge Denies Terry Rozier Request to Modify Bail Conditions
U.S. District Judge LaShann DeArcy Hall on July 8 rejected a defense bid to let former Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier practice and play with potential witnesses. The ruling keeps strict no-contact rules in place ahead of his February 2027 trial on bribery charges. ESPN reported th…
rollingstone.comsports4 days ago
Knicks Game 1 jersey sells for $1.02 million at Sotheby's auction
A jersey worn by a New York Knicks player during Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Finals sold for $1,024,000 at Sotheby's on Wednesday. The sale set a record for any collectible from that player and for any Knicks item.
nypost.comsports4 days ago
Washington Wizards sign Khris Middleton in six-team trade
The Washington Wizards agreed to a three-year, $17.6 million contract with veteran forward Khris Middleton through a sign-and-trade deal involving five other NBA teams. The transaction includes multiple player movements and draft-pick exchanges among the clubs.
espn.comsports3 days agoUpdated
Raptors-Clippers Trade for Kawhi Leonard on Hold Pending NBA Investigation Outcome
The teams paused their June 30 agreement after the NBA said Toronto would bear any risk from sanctions or contract changes. The league investigation examines a $28 million sponsorship deal Leonard signed with Aspiration while with the Clippers.
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bleedingcool.comsports4 days ago
LeBron James Will Not Sign With Any Team for at Least Another Week
Four-time NBA champion LeBron James, an unrestricted free agent, will not sign with any team for at least another week. Insider Marc Stein reported that the process is expected to extend into Summer League, with four teams still in contention.
screenrant.comsports4 days ago
Spurs announcer Jacob Tobey removed after Instagram post alleges affair
The San Antonio Spurs dismissed play-by-play announcer Jacob Tobey after an Instagram Story posted from his account stated he had cheated with the sister of a Spurs player. The post included a photo of Tobey and Loren Waters, sister of guard Lindy Waters III.
nypost.comsports4 days agoUpdated
Former ESPN Writer Tim Bontemps Hired as Hawks Strategic Adviser
Tim Bontemps, 41, has joined the Atlanta Hawks front office as a strategic adviser reporting to president of basketball operations Onsi Saleh. Bontemps covered the NBA for eight seasons at ESPN after earlier roles at The Washington Post and New York Post.
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winnipegfreepress.comsports4 days ago
Jazz Rookie Darryn Peterson Reviews Summer League Debut Film with Coach Will Hardy
The 19-year-old guard arrived at the Utah practice facility on a day off for a session focused on defense. Peterson discussed the team's 'Raven' technique and expressed enthusiasm for joining the young core.
nypost.comsports4 days ago
Celtics Trade Jaylen Brown to 76ers for Paul George and Draft Picks
Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum spoke publicly for the first time about the trade of Jaylen Brown. Tatum described the end of their partnership as abrupt while noting their shared accomplishments.
espn.comsports4 days ago
Austin Reaves Texts LeBron James After Learning of Exit, Plans to Re-Sign with Lakers
Austin Reaves told the California Post he sent a text to LeBron James after learning of his departure from the Los Angeles Lakers. Reaves also sent a farewell message and plans to re-sign with the team.
Forbesfinance5 days ago
Indiana Pacers Waive Center to Create Roster Spot and Cap Space
The Indiana Pacers plan to waive a center after signing a wing player under the Non-Taxpayer Mid-Level Exception. The move lowers team salary below the first apron and allows the team to add another player on a minimum contract.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports5 days ago
Quinten Post Signs Three-Year, $30 Million Offer Sheet with Memphis Grizzlies After Warriors Decline to Match
The 7-foot center signed after the Golden State Warriors declined to match the deal. Only the first season is guaranteed at $9 million.
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yardbarker.comsports5 days ago
Lakers agree to one-year deal with center Looney while pursuing Kuminga
The Los Angeles Lakers reached a one-year, $3.9 million agreement with veteran center Kevon Looney. The team continues to pursue unrestricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga after using most of its remaining salary cap space on other signings.
theundefeated.comsports5 days ago
Donovan Mitchell Agrees to Four-Year $273 Million Extension with Cavaliers
The Cleveland Cavaliers star signed the maximum deal on the first day he was eligible. The agreement includes a player option for the 2030-31 season and a full trade kicker.
winnipegfreepress.comsports5 days ago
Indiana Pacers Agree to Sign Larry Nance Jr. to Minimum Contract
The Indiana Pacers reached agreement with veteran forward Larry Nance Jr. on a minimum-salary deal worth about $4 million. The one-year contract would create a $2.45 million cap hit for the team after NBA reimbursement.
nypost.comsports5 days ago
Steph Curry Comments on LeBron James Free Agency at Tahoe Event
Steph Curry said he is interested in playing golf with LeBron James during the American Century Championship. He also expressed hope that James would join the Golden State Warriors.
bleedingcool.comsports5 days ago
Knicks Win First NBA Title in 53 Years While Eastern Conference Teams Add Star Talent
New York defeated its playoff opponents to claim the 2026 championship. Several Eastern Conference teams completed major trades and signings in the weeks after the June 18 parade.
abcnews.go.comsports5 days ago
Trail Blazers sign center to multiyear deal
Portland added a center who limited opponents to 53 percent shooting at the rim last season. The move pairs the newcomer with another first-round pick and raises roster questions for the team.
sportsnet.casports5 days ago
Kyle Lowry Retires After Signing One-Day Contract With Toronto Raptors
The 40-year-old point guard ends a 20-season NBA career by retiring with the franchise where he spent nine years and won a championship in 2019.
winnipegfreepress.comsports5 days agoUpdated
Mitchell Signs $273 Million Extension With Cavaliers
Donovan Mitchell agreed to a four-year, $273 million maximum contract extension with the Cleveland Cavaliers. The deal includes a player option for the 2030-31 season.
espn.comsports5 days ago
Wizards Acquire Middleton in Six-Team NBA Trade
The Washington Wizards agreed to a three-year, $17.6 million sign-and-trade deal that returns Khris Middleton to the team. The transaction also moves D'Angelo Russell to Memphis and Caris LeVert to Milwaukee.
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espn.comsports5 days ago
Pistons Acquire Prince and Harris in Exchange for LeVert and Picks
The Pistons are sending Caris LeVert and two future second-round picks to the Bucks for Taurean Prince and Gary Harris. The deal creates a traded player exception and generates roughly $7.2 million in cap flexibility for Detroit.
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sports5 days agoUpdated
Giannis Antetokounmpo Traded to Heat, Ending 13-Year Bucks Tenure
The Milwaukee Bucks traded Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis to the Miami Heat. The deal sends Tyler Herro, Kel'el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., the No. 13 pick in the 2026 NBA draft, two future first-round picks, a pick swap and a second-round pick to Milwaukee.
espn.comsports6 days ago
Lakers Sign Kevon Looney to One-Year Deal as Backup Center
The team added the 30-year-old veteran on a one-year, $3.9 million contract. Looney will back up newly acquired starter Walker Kessler.
sports6 days agoUpdated
Jokic to Sign Denver Extension Next Summer, Delaying Larger Deal
Nikola Jokic said he will sign a contract extension with the Denver Nuggets next summer. The three-time MVP made the remarks after Serbia's 94-81 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina in a FIBA qualifier.
nypost.comsports6 days ago
Celtics Trade Jaylen Brown to 76ers for Paul George and Draft Picks
Boston sent the five-time All-Star to Philadelphia in exchange for the 36-year-old forward and four future selections. President of basketball operations Brad Stevens and owner Bill Chisholm addressed the move Monday.
winnipegfreepress.comsports6 days ago
Lakers Complete Sign-and-Trade for Walker Kessler and Sign Three Free Agents
The Los Angeles Lakers agreed to a sign-and-trade deal for center Walker Kessler and signed three unrestricted free agents in a 35-minute span on Wednesday. The moves followed LeBron James informing the team he would continue his career elsewhere.