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Jul 02, 2026

Sources: 76ers, with Brown on board, eye LeBron
One day after trading for Jaylen Brown, the 76ers have entered the mix for LeBron James and are attempting to pitch him, sources said.

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Jul 02, 2026

NBA futures: Sixers' championship odds shorten to ...
An updated look at the odds to win the 2027 NBA Finals following a flurry of free agent signings and blockbuster trades.

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Jul 02, 2026

Jay-Z, Kevin Durant, Tom Brady top attendees at Mi...
Some of the biggest names in the sports world partied with Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin at his annual "White Party."

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Jul 02, 2026

Raptors coach gets new deal amid Kawhi return
The Raptors have agreed to a multiyear contract extension with coach Darko Rajakovic, who will soon lead a team featuring Kawhi Leonard.

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Jul 02, 2026

Brown 'excited and disappointed' for 76ers trade
Former Celtics star Jaylen Brown says he is "excited and disappointed" over his trade to the 76ers.

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Jul 02, 2026

NBA testing one free throw rule in summer league
The NBA summer league will test the one free throw rule that has been tested in the G League, as well as embedded sensors in basketballs during July's summer league series.

ESPN NBA
Jul 02, 2026

Sources: Simons agrees with revamped 76ers
Free agent guard Anfernee Simons has agreed to a two-year, $12.3 million deal with the Philadelphia 76ers, with a player option in the second season, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Jul 02, 2026

Hardaway Sr.: Son can't use retired 10 with Heat
Tim Hardaway Sr. said he isn't letting his retired No. 10 come back into circulation for the Heat, even for his newly signed son.

ESPN NBA
Jul 02, 2026

Making sense of the Lakers' overhaul: Why do the K...
After LeBron James announced Monday he was leaving the Lakers, the team reset its entire operation in about half an hour on Tuesday -- this time around Luka Doncic.

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Jul 02, 2026

Winners, losers and dominoes from NBA free agency'...
Which teams are dominating the offseason? Which already wish they could hit the reset button? We picked 10 winners and losers from fee agency.

ESPN NBA
Jul 02, 2026

Winners and losers from NBA free agency week: Maki...
Which teams are dominating the offseason? Which already wish they could hit the reset button? We picked 10 winners and losers from fee agency.

ESPN NBA
Jul 02, 2026

Six huge questions after the Lakers' 35-minute flu...
After LeBron James announced Monday he was leaving the Lakers, the team reset its entire operation in about half an hour on Tuesday -- this time around Luka Doncic.

ESPN NBA
Jul 02, 2026

NBA free agency is here! Live updates on deals, tr...
We're tracking deals, trades and buzz across the NBA, including a blockbuster deal and latest on LeBron's next move.

ESPN NBA
Jul 01, 2026

Grading this blockbuster Sixers-Celtics trade: Why...
Boston sent star Jaylen Brown to Philadelphia for Paul George and picks. Which side won the trade?

ESPN NBA
Jul 01, 2026

Sources: Brown heading to Philly in blockbuster
Jaylen Brown has a new home, with the Celtics agreeing to send their longtime star to the 76ers for Paul George, two first-round picks (2028, '31) and two second-round selections, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania on Wednesday.

ESPN NBA
Jul 01, 2026

Beasley pleads not guilty to gambling charges
Malik Beasley pleads not guilty Wednesday to charges that he altered his play in certain games in 2024 to enrich sports bettors and ease his own debts.

ESPN NBA
Jul 01, 2026

Sources: Mavs add 7-footer Aldama from Grizzlies
The Grizzlies are trading forward Santi Aldama to the Mavericks in exchange for AJ Johnson, a 2030 first-round pick and a pair of future second-round picks, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Jul 01, 2026

Grading the Jaylen Brown-Paul George trade: Who wo...
Boston sent star Jaylen Brown to Philadelphia for Paul George and picks. Which side won the trade?

ESPN NBA
Jul 01, 2026

Jaylen Brown loses volume in Philly, but remains a...
Eric Moody breaks down the Jaylen Brown trade and what it means for both the 76ers and the Celtics.

ESPN NBA
Jul 01, 2026

How values shift for Kessler, Powell, Collins on n...
Andre Snellings and Eric Moody break down the fantasy impact of the latest offseason moves from around the NBA.

ESPN NBA
Jul 01, 2026

Copy of Sources: Pistons land potential starting PF Collin...
Free agent John Collins has agreed to a three-year, $51 million deal with the Detroit Pistons, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Jul 01, 2026

Celtics sending Brown to 76ers, sources say
The Celtics have agreed to trade Jaylen Brown to the 76ers for Paul George, two first-round picks and two second-round picks, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania on Wednesday.

ESPN NBA
Jul 01, 2026

Copy of Sources: Melton back to Warriors on 2-year deal
Free agent guard De'Anthony Melton has agreed to a two-year, $11 million deal to return to the Golden State Warriors, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Jul 01, 2026

Copy of Sources: Vucevic back with Magic on 1-year deal
Free agent center Nikola Vucevic has agreed on a one-year, $3.9 million deal to return to the Orlando Magic, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Jul 01, 2026

Harris leaves Pistons to join Spurs, sources say
Tobias Harris is taking his veteran presence to the Spurs after helping lead the Pistons' turnaround, sources told ESPN.

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Jul 01, 2026

Sources: Pacers bringing in Oubre on 2-year deal
After a three-season run with the 76ers, free agent forward Kelly Oubre Jr. has agreed to a two-year, nearly $17 million deal to sign with the Pacers, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Jul 01, 2026

The pros and cons of five potential LeBron fits: W...
With LeBron James leaving Los Angeles, we look at the pros and cons of possible landing spots for his 24th season, including the Cavs and Warriors.

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Jul 01, 2026

Grades for the Walker Kessler trade (and more): Wh...
We're grading the biggest NBA trades of the offseason, including the deal that sent big man Walker Kessler to the Lakers.

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Jul 01, 2026

Copy of Wizards to shun trade offers for Davis, source say...
The Washington Wizards have no interest in trading All-Star forward Anthony Davis and are not listening to offers for him, a source told Andscape's Marc J. Spears.

ESPN NBA
Jul 01, 2026

Copy of Sources: Sixers land Wade on 4-year, $39M deal
Free agent forward Dean Wade agreed to a four-year, $39 million deal with the Philadelphia 76ers, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Jul 01, 2026

Copy of Copy of Sources: Clips nearing Kawhi deal with Raptors
The Clippers have agreed to trade Kawhi Leonard to the Raptors for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, unprotected first-round picks in 2031 and 2033, a 2027 first-round pick swap and two second-round picks, sources told ESPN on Tuesday.

ESPN NBA
Jul 01, 2026

Sources: Vucevic back with Magic on 1-year deal
Free agent center Nikola Vucevic has agreed on a one-year, $3.9 million deal to return to the Orlando Magic, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Jul 01, 2026

Sources: Lakers trade 2 first-rounders for Kessler...
The Lakers are acquiring Walker Kessler from the Jazz for unprotected first-round picks in 2031 and 2033 and first-round swaps in 2028 and 2030 and signing Sandro Mamukelashvili, Quentin Grimes and Collin Sexton, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Jul 01, 2026

Sources: Melton back to Warriors on 2-year deal
Free agent guard De'Anthony Melton has agreed to a two-year, $11 million deal to return to the Golden State Warriors, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Jul 01, 2026

Sources: Robinson, Celtics agree on $47.4M deal
Mitchell Robinson, fresh off winning an NBA title with the Knicks, has agreed to a three-year, $47.4 million deal to sign with the Celtics, sources tell ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Jul 01, 2026

Sources: Conley to C's, 12th to reach 20 seasons
Free agent guard Mike Conley Jr. has agreed to a one-year deal to sign with the Boston Celtics, sources told ESPN, with Conley becoming the 14th player to reach 20 NBA seasons.

ESPN NBA
Jul 01, 2026

Copy of Sources: Suns, Kennard agree on 2 years, $13M
Free agent guard Luke Kennard has agreed to a two-year, $13 million deal with the Phoenix Suns, with a player option for the second season.

ESPN NBA
Jul 01, 2026

Sources: Powell lands 2-yr., $45M deal with Bulls
Free agent guard Norman Powell has agreed to a two-year, $45 million deal with join the Chicago Bulls, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Jul 01, 2026

Copy of Sources: Rockets agree to deal with Bogdanovic
Free agent Bogdan Bogdanovic has agreed to a one-year deal with the Houston Rockets, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Jul 01, 2026

Sources: Pistons land potential starting PF Collin...
Free agent John Collins has agreed to a three-year, $51 million deal with the Detroit Pistons, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Jul 01, 2026

Sources: Smart, Rockets agree to 2-year deal
Free agent guard Marcus Smart has agreed on a two-year, $13 million deal with the Houston Rockets, plus a player option for the second season, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN NBA
Jul 01, 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
Jul 01, 2026

Sources: Rockets agree to deal with Bogdanovic
Free agent Bogdan Bogdanovic has agreed to a one-year deal with the Houston Rockets, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Jun 30, 2026

Sources: Ellis agrees to 2-year deal with Nets
Free agent guard Keon Ellis agreed to a two-year, $18 million with the Nets that includes a mutual option, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Jun 30, 2026

Sources: Suns, Kennard agree on 2 years, $13M
Free agent guard Luke Kennard has agreed to a two-year, $13 million deal with the Phoenix Suns, with a player option for the second season.

ESPN NBA
Jun 30, 2026

Sources: Sixers land Wade on 4-year, $39M deal
Free agent forward Dean Wade has agreed to a four-year, $39 million deal with the Philadelphia 76ers, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Jun 30, 2026

Sources: Bids top $1B for clubs in NBA Europe
The NBA has received finalized bids from more than 20 groups vying to participate in NBA Europe, a European basketball league it plans to launch in October 2027, sources familiar with the negotiations told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Jun 30, 2026

Wizards to shun trade offers for Davis, source say...
The Washington Wizards have no interest in trading All-Star forward Anthony Davis and are not listening to offers for him, a source told Andscape's Marc J. Spears.

ESPN NBA
Jun 30, 2026

Copy of Porzingis back with Dubs on 2-year, $40M deal
Free agent center Kristaps Porzingis has agreed to a two-year, $40 million contract to return to the Golden State Warriors through 2027-28.

ESPN NBA
Jun 30, 2026

Butler's Hinkle Fieldhouse to host NBA Cup final
The NBA is going back to college this coming season, bringing the NBA Cup championship game to Butler's historic Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

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Jun 30, 2026

?? Stars react to LeBron James leaving Lakers
LeBron James informed the Los Angeles Lakers that he is leaving the franchise, prompting widespread reaction on social media.

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Jun 30, 2026

Copy of Sources: Clips nearing Kawhi deal with Raptors
The LA Clippers are nearing a deal to send Kawhi Leonard to the Toronto Raptors for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two first-round picks, one pick swap and two second-rounders, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania on Tuesday.

ESPN NBA
Jun 30, 2026

Sources: Heat to add Hardaway Jr. on 1-year deal
The Miami Heat are picking up sharpshooter Tim Hardaway Jr. on a one-year, $6.5 million deal, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Jun 30, 2026

Grades for every free agent signing: Dieng, Nurkic...
We're grading the biggest NBA free agent signings and extensions, including Kristaps Porzingis' deal to return to the Warriors.

ESPN NBA
Jun 30, 2026

Kawhi Leonard's return to the Raptors is latest ex...
Kawhi Leonard joins the likes of LeBron James, Ken Griffey Jr. and Zdeno Chara in returning to a former team.

ESPN NBA
Jun 30, 2026

Toronto goes all in for Kawhi Leonard: Grading the...
Can Toronto make a run in the East with Kawhi Leonard? Will LA make more moves?

ESPN NBA
Jun 30, 2026

Sources: Clips nearing Kawhi deal with Raptors
The LA Clippers are nearing a deal to send Kawhi Leonard to the Toronto Raptors for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two first-round picks, one pick swap and two second-rounders, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania on Tuesday.

ESPN NBA
Jun 30, 2026

Copy of Toronto goes all in for Kawhi Leonard: Grading the...
Can Toronto make a run in the East with Kawhi Leonard? Will LA make more moves?

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Jun 30, 2026

LeBron James and Serena Williams are defying Fathe...
James and Williams are still competing at a high level late in their careers -- and other notable athletes such as Tom Brady, Barry Bonds, Sue Bird and more can relate.

ESPN NBA
Jun 30, 2026

LeBron tells Lakers he plans to play elsewhere
James has informed the Lakers that the franchise can move on without him because he will play elsewhere, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul told ESPN's Shams Charania on Tuesday.

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Jun 30, 2026

Copy of 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.

ESPN NBA
Jun 30, 2026

Blazers, Williams reach 3-year, $44M extension
The Portland Trail Blazers and center Robert Williams III have agreed to a three-year, $44 million contract extension, his agent Kevin Bradbury of LIFT Sports Management tells ESPN.

ESPN NBA
Jun 30, 2026

Grades for the Ja Morant trade (and more): Why Por...
We're grading the biggest NBA trades of the offseason, including the deal that sent Ja Morant to the Portland Trail Blazers.

ESPN NBA
Jun 30, 2026

Grades for every free agent signing: Nurkic, Porzi...
We're grading the biggest NBA free agent signings and extensions, including Kristaps Porzingis' deal to return to the Warriors.

ESPN NBA
Jun 29, 2026

Copy of 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

Sources: RFA Duren to meet with Lakers, Kings
Pistons restricted free agent Jalen Duren has meetings set up with the Lakers and the Kings when free agency begins in earnest Tuesday.

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Jun 29, 2026

Fantasy basketball: Morant, others see value fall ...
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

Copy of 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

Porzingis back with Dubs on 2-year, $40M deal
Free agent center Kristaps Porzingis has agreed to a two-year, $40 million contract to return to the Golden State Warriors through 2027-28.

ESPN NBA
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.

ESPN NBA
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

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

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.

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.

ESPN NBA
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

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.

ESPN NBA
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.

ESPN NBA
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

?? 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.

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.

ESPN NBA
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.

ESPN NBA
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.

ESPN NBA
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.

ESPN NBA
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

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.

ESPN NBA
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.

ESPN NBA
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.

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.

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

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

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.

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