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Jun 29, 2026

Copy of Lakers' Ayton picking up $8M option, sources say
Lakers center Deandre Ayton is opting into his $8.1 million player option for the 2026-27 season, while Marcus Smart is declining his $5.4 million option.

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Jun 29, 2026

Copy of Sources: Heat, Wiggins reach 3-year, $64M deal
Heat forward Andrew Wiggins intends to sign a three-year, $64 million contract to stay with the franchise, sources told ESPN.

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Jun 29, 2026

Sources: Champagnie to ink new deal with Spurs
Spurs forward Julian Champagnie intends to sign a new three-year, $45 million contract with the franchise through 2028-29, sources told ESPN on Monday.

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Jun 29, 2026

Sources: Harden nixes option, eyes new Cavs deal
Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden is declining his $42.3 million player option, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Jun 29, 2026

Sources: Nurkic to sign 2-year contract with Jazz
Jusuf Nurkic, who filled in as starting center and filled up the stat sheet last year, plans to sign a two-year, $22 million contract with the Jazz, sources told ESPN's Shams Charaniay.

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Jun 29, 2026

Sources: Pistons' Huerter to return on 3-year deal...
Free agent sharpshooter Kevin Huerter intends to sign a three-year, $27 million deal to return to the Detroit Pistons, sources told ESPN.

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Jun 29, 2026

Thunder pick up forward Dort's $17.7M option
The Thunder on Monday exercised forward Lu Dort's 2026-27 contract option.

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Jun 29, 2026

Copy of Grading big NBA trades: Why the Suns get a D for ...
We're grading the biggest NBA trades of the offseason, including the deal that sent Ja Morant to the Portland Trail Blazers.

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Jun 29, 2026

Sources: Shamet set to return to champion Knicks
Landry Shamet intends to sign a four-year, $24 million deal with the Knicks, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania on Monday.

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Jun 29, 2026

Grades for every free agent signing: Shamet, Wiggi...
We're grading the biggest NBA free agent signings and extensions, including Andrew Wiggins' new three-year deal with the Heat.

ESPN NBA
Jun 29, 2026

Latest NBA buzz: Live updates on everything we're ...
We're tracking the latest news, rumors and buzz across the NBA, including what we're hearing on deals for Shamet, Morant and more

ESPN NBA
Jun 29, 2026

Beal opts for free agency after declining option
Bradley Beal declined his $5.6 million option to return to the LA Clippers next season, making him an unrestricted free agent.

ESPN NBA
Jun 29, 2026

Sources: Hawks decline Kuminga's $24.3M option
The Hawks are declining Jonathan Kuminga's $24.3 million team option, making him a free agent, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Jun 29, 2026

Sources: Grizzlies trading star Morant to Blazers
The Memphis Grizzlies are trading two-time NBA All-Star Ja Morant to the Portland Trail Blazers for Jerami Grant and Kris Murray, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Jun 29, 2026

Simmons preparing for NBA return after year out
Ben Simmons told Men's Health he needed to get away and "find himself again" in his year away from the NBA and hopes to show potential teams that he is healthier and stronger.

ESPN NBA
Jun 29, 2026

Grades for every free agent signing: Wiggins, Shar...
We're grading the biggest NBA free agent signings and extensions, including Andrew Wiggins' new three-year deal with the Heat.

ESPN NBA
Jun 29, 2026

Lakers' Ayton picking up $8M option, sources say
Lakers center Deandre Ayton is opting into his $8.1 million player option for the 2026-27 season, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

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Jun 29, 2026

?? How much can teams spend in free agency?
Which front offices boast the most spending power? Which are battling to avoid the second apron? Bobby Marks examines all 30 teams.

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Jun 29, 2026

Sources: Heat, Wiggins reach 3-year, $64M deal
Heat forward Andrew Wiggins intends to sign a three-year, $64 million contract to stay with the franchise, sources told ESPN.

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Jun 29, 2026

Sources: Warriors eyeing LeBron, AD reunion
The Warriors are prepared to pursue a reunion of LeBron James and Anthony Davis in Golden State, with Draymond Green declining his player option to open up the flexibility for such a possibility, league sources told ESPN.

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Jun 29, 2026

Miles Bridges trade boosts value of Brandon Miller...
Andre Snellings and Eric Moody break down the fantasy impact of the latest offseason moves from around the NBA.

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Jun 29, 2026

Sources: Harden is declining $42.3 million option
Cleveland Cavaliers' James Harden is declining his $42.3 million player option, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

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Jun 29, 2026

Beasley, Davis charged in federal gambling case
Former NBA players Malik Beasley and Ed Davis have been indicted in a federal gambling investigation.

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Jun 29, 2026

Agent: VanVleet to exercise option with Rockets
Rockets guard Fred VanVleet is exercising his $25 million option with the Houston Rockets for the 2026-27 season, according to Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul.

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Jun 29, 2026

Kings' LaVine picks up $49M option, agent says
Kings guard Zach LaVine is opting into his $49 million player option for the 2026-27 season, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Jun 29, 2026

NBA free agency intel: Latest on LeBron, Jaylen Br...
Which players could be traded? Our NBA insiders provide the latest free agency and trade intel.

ESPN NBA
Jun 29, 2026

Bobby Marks' NBA free agency preview: Biggest deal...
Bobby Marks gets you ready for the start of free agency with priorities, financial decisions and players to watch on all 30 teams.

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Jun 29, 2026

Sources: Clips, Raptors in talks on Kawhi trade
The LA Clippers and Toronto Raptors are in serious trade talks for forward Kawhi Leonard, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Jun 29, 2026

NBA free agency intel: The latest on LeBron, Jayle...
Which players could be traded? And what's the latest between LeBron James and the Lakers? Our NBA insiders provide the latest free agency and trade intel.

ESPN NBA
Jun 29, 2026

Latest NBA buzz: Everything we're hearing ahead of...
We're tracking the latest news, rumors and buzz across the NBA, including what we're hearing ahead of free agency and which players could be traded.

ESPN NBA
Jun 28, 2026

?? How much can each team spend in free agency?
Which front offices boast the most spending power? Which are battling to avoid the second apron? Bobby Marks examines all 30 teams.

ESPN NBA
Jun 28, 2026

Sources: Hornets trade veteran Bridges to Suns
The Hornets are trading Miles Bridges, a 2029 first-round pick and a second-round pick to the Suns for Grayson Allen, Royce O'Neale and a 2033 first.

ESPN NBA
Jun 28, 2026

Grading big NBA trades: Why the Suns get a D for ...
We're grading the biggest NBA trades of the offseason, including the deal that sent Miles Bridges from Charlotte to Phoenix.

ESPN NBA
Jun 28, 2026

Grades for every free agent signing: Why the Knick...
We're grading the biggest NBA free agent signings and extensions.

ESPN NBA
Jun 28, 2026

College coaches on top 2026 NBA draft picks: Dyban...
Here's what coaches who have schemed against the top incoming rookies think about their future upside.

ESPN NBA
Jun 27, 2026

Magic waive Jonathan Isaac, saving $6.5 million
The Magic on Saturday waived forward Jonathan Isaac, which will save Orlando $6.5 million, according to ESPN's Bobby Marks.

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Jun 27, 2026

Jimmy Butler shares update on ACL recovery, future...
Butler, who tore his right ACL on Jan. 19, told ESPN he expects to still be "a top player" when he returns from the injury.

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Jun 27, 2026

?? Grades for every free agent signing
We're grading the biggest NBA free agent signings and extensions, including Austin Reaves' new deal with the Lakers.

ESPN NBA
Jun 27, 2026

NBA free agency 2026: How all 30 teams can ace the...
Major moves have already rocked the summer, but work remains for all 30 teams.

ESPN NBA
Jun 27, 2026

30 teams, 7 tiers: NBA franchises that will domina...
Which front offices boast the most spending power? Which are battling to avoid the second apron? Bobby Marks examines all 30 teams.

ESPN NBA
Jun 27, 2026

Sources: OKC to keep Hartenstein on 3-year deal
Isaiah Hartenstein intends to sign a new three-year contract worth $75 million to return to the Thunder through the 2028-29 season, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Jun 26, 2026

Sources: Alvarado back to Knicks with new deal
Jose Alvarado is declining his $4.5 million player option and intends to sign a new three-year, $14-plus million deal to return to the Knicks, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Jun 26, 2026

'No need to Knick a basket': NYC department of san...
The five bins are identical to the one that went viral after being stolen earlier this week.

ESPN NBA
Jun 26, 2026

Summer league features Wiz-Jazz, Heat-Bucks
The top four picks in the NBA draft are receiving marquee billing in an NBA summer league schedule that also features a Heat-Bucks matchup after their blockbuster Giannis Antetokounmpo trade.

ESPN NBA
Jun 26, 2026

Bulls' Wilson expects to win Rookie of the Year
New Chicago Bulls forward Caleb Wilson, the No. 4 overall pick, was asked during his introductory news conference about his expectations for his rookie season, and he set his sights on Rookie of the Year.

ESPN NBA
Jun 26, 2026

Guggenheim Museum features Jordyn Woods' lucky Kni...
The orange clutch became a symbol of the Knicks' legendary run in the 2026 NBA playoffs.

ESPN NBA
Jun 26, 2026

Grading big NBA trades: Why did Charlotte trade La...
We're grading the biggest NBA trades of the offseason, including the blockbuster deal that sent LaMelo Ball from Charlotte to Minnesota.

ESPN NBA
Jun 26, 2026

Copy of Grades for every NBA free agent signing: Suns, Haw...
We're grading the biggest NBA free agent signings and extensions, including Austin Reaves' new deal with the Lakers.

ESPN NBA
Jun 26, 2026

Sources: Pistons to land Joe in trade with OKC
The Thunder are trading Isaiah Joe to the Pistons for two second-round picks, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Jun 26, 2026

Answering 13 big questions on the NBA draft: Best ...
Who was the best value pick? Why were there so few trades in Round 1 of the draft? And who will win Rookie of the Year? We answered 13 questions.

ESPN NBA
Jun 26, 2026

Draft grades: Why the Grizzlies get the only A
Which team won the NBA draft? Which picks and trades stood out? Ben Golliver grades all 30 teams.

ESPN NBA
Jun 26, 2026

Behind the scenes of the Giannis trade: The bids, ...
After a yearlong saga full of public declarations and private dismay, a 13-year tenure is over -- and the ripple effects from it might be enormous.

ESPN NBA
Jun 26, 2026

NBA free agency 2026: How all 30 teams can ace their offseason
Major moves have already rocked the summer, but work remains for all 30 teams. Here's how each can ace the next stage of their offseason.

ESPN NBA
Jun 25, 2026

Sources: Williams back to Suns for 3 years, $38M
Restricted free agent Mark Williams intends to sign a three-year, $38 million, fully guaranteed contract to return to the Suns, sources said.

ESPN NBA
Jun 25, 2026

Blazers' Nori ready to lead after waiting for shot...
Micah Nori was told by several NBA teams that he was their No. 2 choice to be head coach before the Trail Blazers finally gave him his chance at No. 1.

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Jun 25, 2026

Clippers draftee Ngoy opts for Auburn next season
Narcisse Ngoy, the 57th pick in this week's NBA draft, said Thursday he still plans to play college basketball at Auburn next season.

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Jun 25, 2026

Wizards' Dybantsa unveils No. 4 jersey in D.C.
AJ Dybantsa, drafted No. 1 overall by the Wizards in the NBA draft, will wear No. 4 for Washington with the hopes of turning the franchise's fortunes around.

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Jun 25, 2026

NBA futures: Trade for LaMelo Ball shortens Timber...
An updated look at the odds to win the 2027 NBA Finals following the LaMelo Ball trade to Minnesota.

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Jun 25, 2026

Copy of Stephen Curry responds to Yaxel Lendeborg's 'used ...
The Golden State Warriors legend commented on an Instagram post celebrating his new teammate's selection in the 2026 NBA draft.

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Jun 25, 2026

Copy of Sources: Hornets' Ball to Wolves for Reid, picks
The Hornets are trading star guard LaMelo Ball and Josh Green to the Timberwolves for Naz Reid and a series of draft picks, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

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Jun 25, 2026

Blazers' Dundon: Public money only to fix arena
Trail Blazers governor Tom Dundon is digging in his heels that public money only should fund a $600 million makeover of the Moda Center.

ESPN NBA
Jun 25, 2026

White plans to re-sign with Hornets, sources say
Guard Coby White intends to sign a three-year, $74 million deal to return to the Hornets, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Jun 25, 2026

LaMelo Ball traded to Minnesota! Which team gets a...
We're grading the biggest NBA trades of the offseason, including the blockbuster deal that sent LaMelo Ball from Charlotte to Minnesota.

ESPN NBA
Jun 25, 2026

Sources: Hornets' Ball to Wolves for Reid, picks
The Hornets are trading star guard LaMelo Ball and Josh Green to the Timberwolves for Naz Reid and a series of draft picks, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

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Jun 25, 2026

'Grateful' Horford continues career with Warriors
Al Horford plans to return to the Warriors next season, he told ESPN. Sources say he intends to sign a two-year, $14 million contract once free agency begins next month.

ESPN NBA
Jun 25, 2026

College coaches on top draft picks: Dybantsa vs. P...
Here's what coaches who have schemed against the top incoming rookies think about their future upside.

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Jun 25, 2026

Sources: Celtics still actively talking Brown trad...
The Celtics remain actively engaged in trade talks to move Jaylen Brown, with multiple teams interested in acquiring the All-Star forward, sources told ESPN.

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Jun 25, 2026

Debut 2027 NBA mock draft: Stokes, Mullins and top prospects to watch
Let's take an early look at the 2027 NBA draft, with the top prospects to keep an eye on and where they could land. Will Tyran Stokes remain No. 1?

ESPN NBA
Jun 25, 2026

Duke's Evans among those to land on Night 2
Isaiah Evans, who had a seat in the green room through Tuesday's first round of the NBA draft, highlighted the well-known names taken in Wednesday night's second round.

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Jun 25, 2026

? Dybansta, Boozer top NBA draft superlatives
AJ Dybansta's unique jersey situation leads the nonstatistical and personality-based superlatives from the 2026 NBA draft.

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Jun 25, 2026

Sources: Hornets engaged in LaMelo trade talks
The Hornets are seriously engaged in trade talks with multiple teams aggressively pursuing star point guard LaMelo Ball, sources said.

ESPN NBA
Jun 25, 2026

Boozer, Dybantsa turn heads with draft day fits fr...
The NBA's next generation of players arrived in style for the 2026 draft in Brooklyn.

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Jun 25, 2026

Draft grades for all 30 NBA teams: Why the Grizzli...
Which team won the NBA draft? Which picks and trades stood out? Ben Golliver grades all 30 teams.

ESPN NBA
Jun 24, 2026

Reaction to every pick of the second round of the ...
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Jun 24, 2026

Sources: Pistons trading Stewart to Grizzlies
The Pistons are trading backup big man Isaiah Stewart to the Grizzlies for three future second-round picks, sources said.

ESPN NBA
Jun 24, 2026

Follow live: Knicks select Ohio State's Bruce Thor...
Tune in to ESPN to watch how the second round of the NBA draft plays out.

ESPN NBA
Jun 24, 2026

Bickerstaff: Nori's Blazers deal a 'slap in the fa...
J.B. Bickerstaff, coach of the Pistons and president of the National Basketball Coaches Association, calls the structure of new Trail Blazers coach Micah Nori's contract a "slap in the face to our value."

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Jun 24, 2026

Grading big NBA trades: Who fared best in the Wolv...
We're grading the biggest NBA trades of the offseason, including the three-team deal that saw Julius Randle land in Brooklyn.

ESPN NBA
Jun 24, 2026

Latest NBA buzz: Everything we're hearing about th...
We're tracking the latest news, rumors and buzz across the NBA, including what we're hearing ahead of free agency.

ESPN NBA
Jun 24, 2026

Julius Randle's trade to Brooklyn raises his ceili...
Andre Snellings and Eric Moody break down the fantasy impact of the latest offseason moves from around the NBA.

ESPN NBA
Jun 24, 2026

How will the lottery picks fare in fantasy? Outloo...
Andre Snellings identifies the 2026 NBA draft picks who are worth rostering in fantasy basketball next season.

ESPN NBA
Jun 24, 2026

Lakers' Reaves intends to sign a $185M extension
Lakers star Austin Reaves intends to sign a four-year, $185 million maximum contract to return to the franchise, with a player option for the final season in 2029-30, sources tell ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Jun 24, 2026

Hammon pivots: Opinion on Brunson was wrong
Aces coach Becky Hammon had a change of heart regarding her prior criticism of Knicks star Jalen Brunson, saying Tuesday night that her "opinion was wrong." But she's not apologizing for having it.

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Jun 24, 2026

Brunson, Jokic among second-round picks who became...
The second round of the NBA draft has produced some of the best talent in the league.

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Jun 24, 2026

Copy of Biggest winners -- and question marks -- from Roun...
Our ESPN draft insiders break down twists, turns and trades of Tuesday's first round of NBA draft

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Jun 24, 2026

Copy of Let's project every Round 2 pick: Our NBA mock dra...
Who are the best players still on the board -- and where could they go? We project Round 2 picks.

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Jun 24, 2026

Let's project every Round 2 pick: Our NBA mock dra...
Who are the best players still on the board -- and where could they go? We project Round 2 picks.

ESPN NBA
Jun 24, 2026

Dubs' Lendeborg 'used to hate Steph' as Kyrie fan
A decade after watching the evolution of the rivalry between the Warriors and Cavs, Michigan wing Yaxel Lendeborg was drafted by Golden State with the 11th pick Tuesday and admitted at the podium: "I'm a big Kyrie guy. So I used to hate Steph Curry."

ESPN NBA
Jun 24, 2026

Bucks GM mum on Giannis, emphasizes 'building'
With the trade of superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Heat not yet official, Bucks GM Jon Horst declined to talk specifics -- but repeatedly emphasized "a theme of building" after the team drafted Brayden Burries and Nate Ament on Tuesday night.

ESPN NBA
Jun 24, 2026

Celtics' Stevens: Brown remains 'big part of us'
Amid reported trade talks for Jaylen Brown, Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens said Tuesday night that the star forward remains "valued" by the organization.

ESPN NBA
Jun 24, 2026

Round 2 NBA mock draft: Stacking the best availabl...
Who are the best players still on the board -- and where could they go? We project Round 2 picks.

ESPN NBA
Jun 24, 2026

Biggest winners -- and question marks -- from Roun...
Our ESPN draft insiders break down twists, turns and trades of Tuesday's first round of NBA draft

ESPN NBA
Jun 24, 2026

AJ Dybantsa selected No. 1, Jazz take Peterson at ...
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Jun 24, 2026

Lopez becomes NBA's 1st Mexico-born 1st-rounder
Karim Lopez became the first player born in Mexico to be selected in the first round of the NBA draft, being selected with the No. 21 pick to the Detroit Pistons before being traded to the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday night.

ESPN NBA
Jun 23, 2026

Johnson reunites with May, goes No. 9 to Mavs
Michigan forward Morez Johnson Jr. was taken with the ninth pick by the Mavs and his former coach at Michigan, Dusty May, and was one of three Wolverines to go in the lottery along with Yaxel Lendeborg and Aday Mara.

ESPN NBA
Jun 23, 2026

'The City is Ready': Trae Young welcomes AJ Dybant...
The Washington star welcomed the No. 1 pick to the nation's capital and appeared to tease a future conversation about jersey numbers.

ESPN NBA
Jun 23, 2026

Fantasy basketball: Julius Randle's trade to Brook...
Andre Snellings and Eric Moody break down the fantasy impact of the latest offseason moves from around the NBA.

ESPN NBA
Jun 23, 2026

Follow live: AJ Dybantsa selected No. 1, Jazz take...
Tune in to ABC and ESPN to watch how the first round of the NBA draft plays out.

ESPN NBA
Jun 23, 2026

Rebuilding Grizzlies nab Duke's Boozer at No. 3
Memphis took another step toward its next era with the selection of Cameron Boozer, a move that could accelerate the club's reset.

ESPN NBA
Jun 23, 2026

KD to coach in 3x3 charity tourney for USA hoops
Kevin Durant, the all-time leading scorer in Olympic basketball history and a four-time gold medalist, will be among the USA Basketball players who will turn to coaching at a 3x3 tournament this summer to support various charities.

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