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2026-09-28 14:40:04

Giannis, LeBron Headline NBAs Most Intriguing Newcomers for 2026-27

ESPN ranks the eight most intriguing NBA newcomers for 2026-27, headlined by Giannis Antetokounmpo to Miami, LeBron James to Philadelphia, LaMelo Ball to Minnesota, and Anthony Davis to Washington. read more

2026-08-21 21:40:06

DeRozan Joins Nuggets on One-Year Deal

Six-time All-Star DeMar DeRozan signed a one-year, $3.9 million deal with the Denver Nuggets, choosing them over Miami, Washington, and New Orleans to boost their playmaking alongside Jokic and Murray. read more

2026-08-20 20:00:33

Soon-Shiong Keeps Lakers Stake, Complicating Buss Sale

Lakers minority owner Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong will retain his 4% stake, supporting new owners Bob Iger and Josh Kushner, while Jeanie Buss contests her siblings' sale amid ownership disputes. read more

2026-08-20 19:50:08

Former Kings Trainer Sues Team Over Pregnancy Discrimination

Ex-Kings trainer Crystal Lee sued the NBA team alleging pregnancy discrimination, harassment, and wrongful termination, claiming demotion and firing after complaints. The Kings deny the allegations and plan to vigorously defend themselves in court. read more

2026-08-18 00:10:05

Jeanie Buss Fights Siblings Over Lakers Stake Sale

Jeanie Buss contests siblings' vote to sell 17.8% Lakers stake to Kushner and Iger, citing court rules requiring her approval as co-trustee to maintain controlling ownership through 2030. read more

2026-08-14 01:10:09

Beal Returns to Clippers on Two-Year, $13.2 Million Deal

Bradley Beal re-signed with the LA Clippers on a two-year, $13.2 million deal with a player option, after declining his prior option. He returns from hip surgery, aiming to rebound from career lows. read more

2026-08-08 00:10:08

Grizzlies Clarke died from heroin, cocaine effects

Brandon Clarke died from heroin and cocaine effects, ruled accidental by LA coroner. The Grizzlies forward, 29, also had prescription medications in his system. He faced drug charges before his May death. read more

2026-08-07 18:10:08

Hardens gun charge dismissed after completing program

James Harden's misdemeanor gun charge was dismissed by a Texas judge after he completed an alternative resolution program. The Cavaliers guard was arrested in June for an unlicensed firearm. He now seeks a longer contract. read more

2026-08-06 03:40:09

Suns Lock Up Brooks With $73M Extension

Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks signed a three-year, $73 million extension through 2029-30 after a career-best season, averaging 20.2 points and anchoring a top-10 defense, solidifying his role in the team's new hard-nosed culture. read more

2026-08-04 22:10:42

Doncics Ex Withdraws Child Support Petition Amid Custody Fight

Luka Doncic's ex-fiancée Anamaria Goltes withdrew her California child support petition, seeking amicable resolution for their two daughters. Custody remains under Slovenian courts, where Doncic prioritizes joint custody and family time this summer. read more

2026-07-22 00:20:03

Stephen Curry gets historic Hall of Fame exhibit while still playing

Stephen Curry becomes the first active NBA player honored with a dedicated Naismith Hall of Fame exhibit, titled "Beyond the Arc," featuring career artifacts. The four-time champion enters his 18th season, with extension talks expected later this summer. read more

2026-07-15 00:40:09

Sixers stars recruiting LeBron James in free agency

Philadelphia 76ers players Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid, and Jaylen Brown are actively recruiting LeBron James in free agency. Maxey leads the charge, with the Sixers among top destinations alongside the Cavaliers and Heat. read more

2026-07-13 00:50:09

Warriors Add Frank Vogel as Associate Head Coach

The Golden State Warriors hired Frank Vogel as associate head coach under Steve Kerr. Vogel, a former Lakers championship coach, will lead defensive game-planning after Terry Stotts and Jerry Stackhouse departed. He spent two seasons with Dallas. read more

2026-07-11 23:10:04

Gary Trent Jr. lands $64 million Bucks extension

Gary Trent Jr. agreed to a four-year, $64 million deal to remain with the Milwaukee Bucks. After signing minimum contracts in recent seasons, he now earns a major payday, averaging 9.7 points and drawing interest from multiple teams before returning. read more

2026-07-03 20:20:10

LeBron James agent maps 10-team free agency plan

LeBron James, 41, explores options with 10 teams via agent Rich Paul, prioritizing happiness in Year 24. Top contenders include the 76ers, Cavaliers, Heat, and Warriors, with decisions fluid as variables shift daily. read more

2026-07-03 01:10:07

Tari Eason signs $81.5 million deal to stay with Rockets

Restricted free agent Tari Eason agreed to a five-year, $81.5 million fully guaranteed deal to return to the Houston Rockets. The 25-year-old wing averaged 10.5 points and 6.3 rebounds last season, overcoming past injury concerns. read more

2026-07-01 15:00:05

Pistons Land John Collins in $51 Million Deal

John Collins agreed to a three-year, $51 million deal with the Detroit Pistons, becoming their starting power forward and a lob threat for Cade Cunningham, after averaging 13.6 points and 5.3 rebounds last season. read more

2026-07-01 13:20:05

Marcus Smart Reunites with Udoka in Houston

Marcus Smart has agreed to a two-year, $13M deal with the Rockets, including a player option, reuniting with coach Ime Udoka. The former Defensive Player of the Year declined his Lakers option after a strong season averaging 9.3 points and 1.4 steals. read more

2026-07-01 03:10:05

Suns Sign Luke Kennard to Two-Year, $13M Deal

Luke Kennard agrees to a two-year, $13M deal with the Phoenix Suns, including a player option. The elite shooter led the league in 3-point percentage at 47.8% last season, joining a busy Suns offseason. read more

2026-06-30 23:20:04

LeBron James Leaving Lakers After Eight Seasons

LeBron James ends his eight-year Lakers tenure, informing the team he will play elsewhere. He led them to a 2020 championship and became NBA all-time scoring leader. Golden State, Miami, and Cleveland are top contenders to sign him. read more

2026-06-30 17:50:04

Trail Blazers Sign Robert Williams III to $44 Million Extension

Robert Williams III agreed to a three-year, $44 million extension with the Trail Blazers through 2028-29. After injury-riddled seasons, he played 59 games in 2026, averaging 6.7 points and 1.5 blocks. His rim protection remains elite. read more

2026-06-30 01:10:06

Pistons Re-Sign Kevin Huerter to $27 Million Deal

Free agent sharpshooter Kevin Huerter intends to sign a three-year, $27 million deal to return to the Detroit Pistons, providing spacing for Cade Cunningham after averaging 8.6 points last season. read more

2026-06-30 00:10:09

Zach LaVine picks up $49 million Kings option

Kings guard Zach LaVine exercises his $49 million player option for 2026-27. He missed most of last season due to hand surgery as Sacramento finished 22-60. The Kings explored trading LaVine but found no deal. He averaged 19.2 points pre-injury. read more

2026-06-30 00:00:44

Nurkic Returns to Jazz on $22 Million Deal

Free agent center Jusuf Nurkic intends to sign a two-year, $22 million contract with the Utah Jazz. He averaged 10.9 points, 10.4 rebounds, and 4.8 assists last season, thriving in Will Hardy’s system. read more

2026-06-29 16:10:10

Harden Declines Option, Expected to Sign With Cavaliers

James Harden declines his $42.3M player option with the Cavaliers, working on a new multiyear deal. After boosting Cleveland to the Eastern Conference Finals, he averaged 20.5 points but struggled in playoffs. Team expects smoother adjustment next season. read more

2026-06-26 01:10:10

Suns lock up center Mark Williams for $38 million

Mark Williams will re-sign with the Phoenix Suns on a three-year, $38 million fully guaranteed deal. The 7-foot-1 center averaged 11 points and eight rebounds in a career-high 60 games last season. read more

2026-06-25 18:30:06

Coby White Signs $74 Million Deal to Stay with Hornets

Coby White agrees to a three-year, $74 million deal to re-sign with the Charlotte Hornets. The guard, averaging 15.6 points, steps into a starting role after LaMelo Ball’s trade. This homecoming for the North Carolina native solidifies his key role. read more

2026-06-23 05:50:07

Dosunmu signs $112M Timberwolves deal

Ayo Dosunmu intends to sign a five-year, $112 million deal to return to the Minnesota Timberwolves, featuring a player option. Acquired from Chicago, he averaged 15.6 points in the playoffs but faced calf issues. read more

2026-06-21 17:10:06

Suns Lock Up Guard Jordan Goodwin for Three Years

Free agent Jordan Goodwin will return to the Phoenix Suns on a three-year, $19 million deal with a player option. Averaging 8.7 points and a team-high 106 steals, he emerged as a key reserve after joining on a nonguaranteed contract. read more

2026-06-21 02:10:07

Gillespie’s Undrafted Rise Nets $48 Million Suns Deal

Collin Gillespie will re-sign with the Phoenix Suns on a four-year, $48 million deal. The undrafted guard broke the franchise’s single-season 3-point record with 232, earning a lucrative contract as a key piece of the team’s gritty new culture. read more

2026-06-20 01:40:05

Caldwell-Pope exercises $21.6 million option with Grizzlies

Memphis Grizzlies guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope exercised his $21.6 million player option for 2026-27. The 33-year-old two-time champion averaged 8.4 points last season, missing 31 games due to finger surgery. His 3-point shooting has declined over two seasons. read more

2026-06-13 19:50:04

James Harden Arrested on Gun Charge in Houston

NBA star James Harden was arrested in Houston on a misdemeanor gun charge after a traffic stop. The Cleveland Cavaliers guard allegedly had an unholstered firearm in plain view. He was released on $100 bond and faces arraignment on June 22. read more

2026-06-04 17:20:09

Rockets unveil retro space-age uniforms for 2026-27

The Houston Rockets unveiled three new uniforms for 2026-27, paying homage to their 1990s title era with yellow highlights and space program nods. The logo adds a yellow drop shadow, quasars, and a "Dunkstronaut" alternate mark. read more

2026-05-12 23:40:06

NBA clears Bucks in Giannis injury investigation

NBA concluded its investigation into the Bucks over Giannis Antetokounmpo's shutdown, taking no further action. Antetokounmpo and team disagreed on his health, as sources report Milwaukee is open to trade offers for the two-time MVP. read more

2026-05-06 02:30:48

NBA fines Jaylen Brown $50,000 for ref rant

Jaylen Brown was fined $50,000 by the NBA for accusing officials of having an "agenda" against him during Boston's first-round loss. He also criticized Joel Embiid for flopping, claiming it has "ruined our game." read more

2026-04-16 12:40:40

Kawhi Leonards Clippers Future in Doubt

Kawhi Leonard declined to discuss his Clippers future after a season-ending loss. He is eligible for a $126M extension. An NBA investigation into his Aspiration endorsement deal continues, which he says he is "not stressing." read more

2026-04-13 01:10:13

Bucks Fire Doc Rivers After Playoff Failures

Doc Rivers is out as Milwaukee Bucks head coach after three seasons. The team, which missed the playoffs, will pay his 2026-27 salary. A disconnect with players was cited. The Bucks now begin their third coaching search in as many years. read more

2026-04-12 16:40:11

Kings Keep Christie Despite League-Worst Record

Despite a 22-59 record, the Sacramento Kings are retaining head coach Doug Christie. Management believes injuries derailed the season and values his development of young players. The team now looks ahead to the NBA draft lottery. read more

2026-04-08 20:40:04

Cade Cunningham Returns Early, Boosting Pistons Playoff Hopes

Cade Cunningham is expected to return for the Pistons on Wednesday after missing 11 games with a collapsed lung. His return comes as Detroit clinched home-court advantage. He may still qualify for postseason awards despite falling short of the 65-game minimum. read more