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Lakers’ post-LeBron plan started with Doncic last summer
The Los Angeles Lakers’ transition away from LeBron James appears to have started earlier than expected. According to ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne on Tuesday, the Lakers met with Luka Doncic last summer and outlined an offseason plan for 2026 that did not include James. “At that meeting they laid out their plans… in those plans, they […] The post Lakers’ post-LeBron plan started with Doncic last summer appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Mavericks emerge as suitor for Marcus Sasser
The Dallas Mavericks have emerged as a leading trade suitor for Detroit Pistons guard Marcus Sasser, according to NBA insider Marc Stein. Dallas has multiple salary-cap mechanisms available to complete a deal, including trade exceptions created during the offseason. Sasser, 25, is entering the final season of his four-year, $13.4 million rookie-scale contract. Stein reported […] The post Mavericks emerge as suitor for Marcus Sasser appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jock Landale returns to Hawks on $14M deal
Jock Landale is staying with the Atlanta Hawks after a career-best season raised his value around the league. The free agent center intends to sign a one-year, $14 million contract to return to Atlanta, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The agreement comes after the veteran big man drew interest from multiple teams, including the Chicago […] The post Jock Landale returns to Hawks on $14M deal appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Antoine Walker says Heat title holds special place
Antoine Walker believes his unconventional style was ahead of its time, and the former NBA All-Star reflected on his career, the Boston Celtics, and his 2006 championship run with the Miami Heat in a wide-ranging interview with Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson. Walker, known for his ability to handle the ball, create offense and shoot from […] The post Antoine Walker says Heat title holds special place appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
How International Basketball Is Benefiting from a New Global Era
Basketball has never been more global than it is in 2026. While the NBA remains the sport’s most influential league, the game itself is expanding rapidly across Europe, Asia, Africa, and Latin America. International tournaments, rising television audiences, and the emergence of new stars from outside the United States are helping basketball reach audiences that […] The post How International Basketball Is Benefiting from a New Global Era appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Robert Williams III returns to Trail Blazers
Robert Williams III is staying in Portland after agreeing to a new contract before reaching free agency. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the veteran center has agreed to a three-year, $44 million extension with the Portland Trail Blazers, keeping him under contract through the 2028-29 season. The agreement ends speculation that Williams could leave this […] The post Robert Williams III returns to Trail Blazers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Heat bring back Simone Fontecchio
The Miami Heat are retaining one of their key reserve wings, with NBA insider Shams Charania reporting Tuesday that free agent Simone Fontecchio intends to sign a one-year contract to return to the franchise. Fontecchio provided reliable floor spacing for the Heat in 2025-26, averaging 8.5 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 70 games […] The post Heat bring back Simone Fontecchio appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
BREAKING: LeBron James leaves Lakers
LeBron James is leaving the Los Angeles Lakers after eight seasons, bringing one of the NBA’s most significant player-franchise partnerships to an end. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul informed the Lakers on Tuesday that James will continue playing in the 2026-27 season but intends to do so with another team. […] The post BREAKING: LeBron James leaves Lakers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
2026-27 EuroCup draw set for July 8
The road to the 2026-27 EuroCup season officially begins on Wednesday, July 8, when the Regular Season draw takes place at the Mediapro Auditorium in Barcelona, Spain. The ceremony is scheduled to start at 12:45 CEST and will determine the composition of the competition’s two 16-team regular-season groups. The 32 qualified clubs have been divided […] The post 2026-27 EuroCup draw set for July 8 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jaylen Brown’s Celtics future remains uncertain
Jaylen Brown has reportedly become frustrated with the Celtics’ direction following a season in which he helped lead Boston to 56 wins while Jayson Tatum missed significant time recovering from a torn Achilles. Brown’s future remains uncertain as free agency approaches, with the Celtics continuing to receive trade inquiries from teams around the league. The […] The post Jaylen Brown’s Celtics future remains uncertain appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kawhi Leonard’s Clippers tenure nears its end
Kawhi Leonard is not expected to return to the Clippers next season, with Los Angeles actively exploring trade options after deciding against offering the veteran forward a contract extension. The Raptors have emerged as the leading destination, with Toronto and the Clippers reportedly engaged in serious negotiations. According to reports, Leonard has indicated that the […] The post Kawhi Leonard’s Clippers tenure nears its end appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
LeBron James remains Warriors’ primary offseason target
The Warriors are reportedly not treating LeBron James and Anthony Davis as a package deal as they continue exploring ways to reshape their roster this offseason. According to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer, Golden State remains open to pursuing James independently rather than only in conjunction with a trade for Davis. ESPN previously reported that […] The post LeBron James remains Warriors’ primary offseason target appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Bradley Beal, Khris Middleton on Heat radar
After completing their blockbuster trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis, the Heat are expected to be active in free agency as they look to fill out the remainder of their roster. Miami is limited financially and is expected to rely primarily on veteran minimum contracts, but the front office has several experienced players on […] The post Bradley Beal, Khris Middleton on Heat radar appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Warriors target Anfernee Simons
Anfernee Simons is preparing to enter unrestricted free agency for the first time in his NBA career after splitting last season between the Celtics and Bulls. Both Boston and Chicago are reportedly interested in bringing the veteran guard back. The Celtics could use their $15 million Non-Taxpayer Mid-Level Exception to pursue Simons, while the Bulls […] The post Warriors target Anfernee Simons appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Magic expected to bring back Jonathan Isaac
The Magic are expected to re-sign veteran forward Jonathan Isaac after he cleared waivers and became an unrestricted free agent. Orlando recently waived Isaac, absorbing the $8 million guaranteed portion of his contract. Because the team chose not to use the waive-and-stretch provision, it remains eligible to immediately negotiate a new deal with him. One […] The post Magic expected to bring back Jonathan Isaac appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kings plan to re-sign Precious Achiuwa, Daeqwon Plowden
The Kings are expected to bring back free agents Precious Achiuwa and Daeqwon Plowden as they continue shaping their roster for next season. Achiuwa joined Sacramento shortly after the start of last season and went on to post the best statistical campaign of his career. The veteran forward averaged 10.1 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 1.4 […] The post Kings plan to re-sign Precious Achiuwa, Daeqwon Plowden appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Warriors prioritize LeBron James over Anthony Davis
The Warriors are reportedly losing momentum in their pursuit of Anthony Davis, with the Wizards showing little interest in discussing a trade for the veteran big man. Instead, Golden State’s attention has shifted toward attempting to sign LeBron James in free agency. The Warriors created additional financial flexibility after Draymond Green declined his $27.7 million […] The post Warriors prioritize LeBron James over Anthony Davis appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Brandon Ingram centerpiece in Kawhi Leonard trade
The Raptors and Clippers are reportedly closing in on a trade that would send Kawhi Leonard back to Toronto, although the two teams are still negotiating the draft compensation needed to finalize the deal. According to Brian Windhorst, the player framework is largely complete, with Brandon Ingram expected to headline the package going to Los […] The post Brandon Ingram centerpiece in Kawhi Leonard trade appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Lakers await LeBron James’ final decision
LeBron James has yet to inform the Lakers whether he plans to continue playing during the 2026-27 season, leaving his future unresolved as free agency begins. Los Angeles and James have not yet met this offseason, while the Warriors are expected to present the veteran superstar with a contract offer. Golden State is limited to […] The post Lakers await LeBron James’ final decision appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Walker Kessler meeting teams in Los Angeles
The Los Angeles Lakers could be among the teams monitoring Utah Jazz restricted free agent center Walker Kessler as the offseason market opens. According to Tony Jones of The Athletic, Kessler and his representatives will meet with multiple teams in Los Angeles at CAA’s headquarters once free agency begins. The meetings come after Kessler declined […] The post Walker Kessler meeting teams in Los Angeles appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Lakers linked with Sandro Mamukelashvili
The Los Angeles Lakers have been linked to Toronto Raptors forward-center Sandro Mamukelashvili as they explore options to fill an open roster and address their frontcourt needs entering free agency. According to Dan Woike of The Athletic, league sources have connected the Lakers to Mamukelashvili after he declined his $2.8 million player option with Toronto […] The post Lakers linked with Sandro Mamukelashvili appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jalen Duren to meet Kings over potential sign-and-trade
Jalen Duren’s future with the Detroit Pistons has become one of the biggest storylines of NBA free agency, with the All-NBA center reportedly preparing to meet with the Sacramento Kings about a potential sign-and-trade. NBA insider Chris Haynes reported Monday that Duren will meet with Sacramento at the start of free agency “with the intentions […] The post Jalen Duren to meet Kings over potential sign-and-trade appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Pacers to retain Micah Potter and Jalen Slawson
The Indiana Pacers are keeping two frontcourt pieces in place, with the team exercising its option on Micah Potter and extending a two-way qualifying offer to Jalen Slawson, according to NBA insider Michael Scotto. Potter enters the 2026-27 season after his strongest NBA campaign to date. The 28-year-old center averaged 9.7 points, 5.0 rebounds and […] The post Pacers to retain Micah Potter and Jalen Slawson appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Clippers extend qualifying offer to Bennedict Mathurin
The Los Angeles Clippers have extended a qualifying offer to Bennedict Mathurin, making the 24-year-old wing a restricted free agent, according to NBA insider Michael Scotto. The move gives the Clippers the ability to match any offer sheet Mathurin receives while keeping him in their long-term plans. Mathurin became eligible for restricted free agency after […] The post Clippers extend qualifying offer to Bennedict Mathurin appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Nets retain Chaney Johnson on two-way deal
The Brooklyn Nets are bringing back forward Chaney Johnson after the 24-year-old agreed to sign his two-way qualifying offer, according to NBA insider Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Johnson appeared in 17 games for Brooklyn during the 2025-26 season, averaging 8.2 points, 4.6 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 0.9 steals in 20.5 minutes per game. He shot […] The post Nets retain Chaney Johnson on two-way deal appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
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