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Victor Wembanyama signs team-friendly 5-year Spurs extension
Victor Wembanyama has agreed to a five-year, $252 million maximum rookie-scale contract extension with the San Antonio Spurs, according to ESPN. The deal includes a player option for the fifth and final season, keeping the franchise cornerstone under contract for the foreseeable future. Despite being eligible for a larger extension worth up to $303 million […] The post Victor Wembanyama signs team-friendly 5-year Spurs extension appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Victor Wembanyama may accept less to help Spurs
Victor Wembanyama is reportedly open to signing a contract extension with the San Antonio Spurs for less than the maximum value available, according to Jake Fischer. The French star is eligible for a rookie scale extension starting at 25 percent of the salary cap, which could rise to 30 percent if he earns All-NBA honors […] The post Victor Wembanyama may accept less to help Spurs appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Bam Adebayo hit Tyler Herro in Las Vegas practice dispute
Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro were involved in a physical fight in Las Vegas on Friday, during which Adebayo hit Herro. The incident took place at a practice court inside a Las Vegas hotel earlier today. The confrontation began when Adebayo confronted Herro over social media remarks the guard had posted criticizing the big man […] The post Bam Adebayo hit Tyler Herro in Las Vegas practice dispute appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
AJ Dybantsa: I’m a big T-Mac guy; Darryn’s a huge Kobe guy
Washington Wizards forward AJ Dybantsa said that he and Utah Jazz guard Darryn Peterson understand the future NBA rivalry being put out there by the media as top-2 draft picks (Wizards defeated Jazz 92-88 on Thursday during Summer League in Las Vegas/Dybantsa had 27 points while Peterson scored 24). *tied Blake Griffin for most points […] The post AJ Dybantsa: I’m a big T-Mac guy; Darryn’s a huge Kobe guy appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Joe Mazzulla thanks Jaylen Brown for his Celtics career
While discussing Jaylen Brown’s departure from Boston, Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla said the focus should remain on everything the former All-Star accomplished during his decade with the franchise. The coach praised Brown’s leadership and competitiveness, saying his impact extended well beyond the basketball court. “The part that I hope gets talked about more, and […] The post Joe Mazzulla thanks Jaylen Brown for his Celtics career appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Joe Mazzulla opens up about Jaylen Brown trade
Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla admitted Thursday that he is still processing the organization’s decision to trade Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for Paul George and additional draft assets. Speaking after the Celtics’ Summer League practice, Mazzulla said parting ways with a player who spent 10 years with the franchise has […] The post Joe Mazzulla opens up about Jaylen Brown trade appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Peyton Watson posts career-best numbers in 2025-26
Peyton Watson significantly increased his value during the 2025-26 season, emerging as one of the Denver Nuggets’ most productive players while taking on a larger role throughout the year. In 54 games, Watson averaged 14.6 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 1.1 blocks per game, establishing himself as an important contributor on both ends of the floor. […] The post Peyton Watson posts career-best numbers in 2025-26 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Hawks interested in Peyton Watson
The Atlanta Hawks have emerged as one of the teams interested in acquiring restricted free agent Peyton Watson through a sign-and-trade agreement with the Denver Nuggets. Although Denver has consistently indicated it intends to match any offer sheet Watson signs, the organization is also willing to discuss sign-and-trade scenarios if another team presents a suitable […] The post Hawks interested in Peyton Watson appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Marcus Spears Jr. brings elite credentials to Texas
Marcus Spears Jr. enters Texas with one of the most impressive résumés in high school basketball after establishing himself as one of the nation’s premier young players. Playing for Dynamic Prep in Texas, the 6-foot-10 power forward dominated this spring on the Nike EYBL circuit, averaging 20.9 points and 8.7 rebounds per game. Those numbers […] The post Marcus Spears Jr. brings elite credentials to Texas appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Marcus Spears Jr. reclassifies to 2026, commits to Texas
Marcus Spears Jr., the nation’s No. 1-ranked prospect in the 2027 recruiting class, has officially announced that he is reclassifying to the 2026 class and will continue his basketball career at Texas, he told ESPN on Thursday. The 6-foot-10 power forward chose the Longhorns over several other major programs, including Arizona, LSU, and Kentucky. A […] The post Marcus Spears Jr. reclassifies to 2026, commits to Texas appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Seattle remains in NBA expansion race despite slower momentum
While Las Vegas has attracted several high-profile ownership groups, Seattle’s pursuit of an NBA franchise has progressed at a slower pace. Currently, the only publicly known bid is led by Seattle Kraken governor Samantha Holloway, who has been working to bring NBA basketball back to the city. According to Front Office Sports, league sources believe […] The post Seattle remains in NBA expansion race despite slower momentum appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Las Vegas Jacks announce $8 billion NBA expansion bid
A new ownership group led by former NBA executive Jerry Colangelo and Horizon Sports & Experiences CEO David Levy officially announced Wednesday that it intends to pursue an NBA expansion franchise in Las Vegas. Operating under the name the Las Vegas Jacks, the group says it has already secured approximately $8 billion in funding to […] The post Las Vegas Jacks announce $8 billion NBA expansion bid appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Nuggets seek Walker Kessler-like package for Peyton Watson
The Denver Nuggets are setting an extremely high asking price in any potential sign-and-trade involving restricted free agent Peyton Watson. According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, Denver is seeking a return comparable to the package the Utah Jazz received for Walker Kessler: two unprotected first-round picks and two first-round pick swaps. The report […] The post Nuggets seek Walker Kessler-like package for Peyton Watson appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Barcelona extends Joel Parra through 2030
Barcelona has secured the future of Joel Parra after agreeing to a contract extension that will keep the Spanish forward with the club until June 30, 2030, the team announced Friday. Parra originally joined Barcelona three seasons ago on a deal running through 2027 before extending his stay until 2028 last summer. The latest agreement […] The post Barcelona extends Joel Parra through 2030 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Anadolu Efes adds Bruno Fernando
Anadolu Efes has reinforced its interior rotation by signing center Bruno Fernando to a two-year contract, the club announced Friday, giving the Turkish side a veteran big man with NBA and EuroLeague experience. Fernando arrives from Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade after finishing the 2025-26 season with 8.4 points, 4.4 rebounds and 62.7 percent shooting on […] The post Anadolu Efes adds Bruno Fernando appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Timberwolves showing trade interest in Royce O’Neale
The Minnesota Timberwolves are exploring a potential trade for Royce O’Neale as they continue reshaping their roster around Anthony Edwards following their second-round playoff exit, according to Evan Sidery. “The Timberwolves are showing trade interest in Royce O’Neale, which could lead to combining the LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges transactions,” Sidery reported on Thursday. “After […] The post Timberwolves showing trade interest in Royce O’Neale appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Dusty May compares Kyrie Irving workout to Picasso painting
Dallas Mavericks head coach Dusty May came away impressed after watching Kyrie Irving work out ahead of the 2026-27 season, comparing the veteran guard’s skill and creativity to an artist creating a masterpiece. Speaking on Thursday, July 9, May discussed Irving’s return process and said he watched a workout session with the Mavericks star. “I […] The post Dusty May compares Kyrie Irving workout to Picasso painting appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Dusty May says he didn’t draft Morez Johnson Jr.
Dallas Mavericks head coach Dusty May addressed the selection of Morez Johnson Jr. on Thursday, July 9, explaining that he was not the person who made the decision to draft his former Michigan player ninth overall in the 2026 NBA Draft. “I didn’t draft Morez just for the record. When it was explained to me […] The post Dusty May says he didn’t draft Morez Johnson Jr. appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Keaton Wagler models his game after Gilgeous-Alexander, Haliburton
Keaton Wagler’s favorite-player list says plenty about the way he sees the game. The No. 5 pick said Thursday that Paul George was the player he watched most early on, but as his game matured, his model shifted toward two guards who control tempo and create offense without forcing it. “My favorite player to watch […] The post Keaton Wagler models his game after Gilgeous-Alexander, Haliburton appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
AJ Dybantsa brushes off Summer League nerves after debut
AJ Dybantsa needed one free throw to make his Las Vegas debut even more memorable, but the No. 1 pick was not dwelling on what he missed. “It was alright. I missed a free throw so I could have had the record but it’s just good to play basketball,” Dybantsa said Thursday after leading the […] The post AJ Dybantsa brushes off Summer League nerves after debut appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Clippers sign second-round pick Baba Miller
The Los Angeles Clippers have signed second-round pick Baba Miller to a four-year, $9.61 million contract, giving the Spanish forward the richest overall deal awarded to a second-round selection from the 2026 NBA Draft to date. NBA insider Michael Scotto reported that the agreement includes two fully guaranteed seasons. Miller was selected with the No. […] The post Clippers sign second-round pick Baba Miller appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Warriors bring back Charles Bassey after Quinten Post exit
The Golden State Warriors have reunited with center Charles Bassey, agreeing to a one-year contract after Quinten Post departed for the Memphis Grizzlies on a three-year offer sheet that Golden State declined to match. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported the agreement on Thursday, with Bassey returning to the Bay Area for his sixth NBA season. The […] The post Warriors bring back Charles Bassey after Quinten Post exit appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Teams pitch LeBron James with voice messages
LeBron James’ free agency has entered an unusual phase, with interested teams now sending recorded voice messages to the four-time NBA champion as he continues evaluating his next destination. According to ESPN insider Shams Charania on July 9, organizations pursuing James have been communicating through his longtime agent, Rich Paul, with some owners, presidents and […] The post Teams pitch LeBron James with voice messages appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Stephen Curry addresses chances of playing with LeBron James
It is the time of the offseason when the free-agency period makes it exciting as basketball fans await LeBron James’ next destination. The Golden State Warriors are one of the teams actively pursuing the unrestricted free-agent Hall of Famer. Now, franchise player Stephen Curry acknowledged the potential of playing with his longtime NBA rival and […] The post Stephen Curry addresses chances of playing with LeBron James appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Dwyane Wade’s son charged with felony
Dwyane Wade’s eldest son, Zaire Wade, has been charged with a felony following his arrest last month in connection with an alleged domestic violence incident. According to NBC4 in Los Angeles, Zaire faces one felony charge after initially being booked on three charges when he was arrested in Burbank. Police responded to a home around […] The post Dwyane Wade’s son charged with felony appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
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