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Jeanie Buss to exit as Lakers governor after family sells remaining stake
The Buss family’s run with the Lakers isn’t merely winding down. It’s ending. The family has decided to sell its remaining 17.8 percent stake in the franchise to the group led by Bob Iger and Josh Kushner, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Monday. The shares will be sold as part of the same transaction in which […] The post Jeanie Buss to exit as Lakers governor after family sells remaining stake appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Moves: Suns, Haywood Highsmith, Pacers, Braden Smith, Pelicans
Suns Apparently Haywood Highsmith wasn’t away from Phoenix for very long. The Suns are bringing Highsmith back on a one-year contract, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, with ESPN’s Shams Charania confirming the agreement. Phoenix waived Highsmith last week, and he cleared waivers Friday. The 29-year-old forward appeared in only seven regular-season games last season […] The post NBA Moves: Suns, Haywood Highsmith, Pacers, Braden Smith, Pelicans appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Kawhi Leonard trade to Raptors remains on hold, expected to go through
The Kawhi Leonard trade to the Raptors still isn’t official, but both sides apparently expect it eventually will be. Leonard and Toronto are operating under the belief that the agreed-upon trade sending him from the Clippers back to the Raptors will be completed, according to Don Van Natta Jr., Baxter Holmes and Ramona Shelburne of […] The post Kawhi Leonard trade to Raptors remains on hold, expected to go through appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Clippers respond to Kawhi Leonard report: ‘We did not funnel money’
The Clippers aren’t exactly hedging their bets. Following ESPN’s report that the NBA has found no evidence owner Steve Ballmer funneled money through team sponsors to Kawhi Leonard to circumvent the salary cap, the Clippers issued a lengthy statement Monday reiterating their innocence. The team acknowledged introducing Leonard to companies with which the Clippers had […] The post Clippers respond to Kawhi Leonard report: ‘We did not funnel money’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA now focused on Clippers’ introductions of Kawhi Leonard to sponsors
The NBA reportedly has found no evidence that Clippers owner Steve Ballmer funneled money to Kawhi Leonard through team sponsors. So what exactly is the league still investigating? Apparently, the introductions themselves. According to Don Van Natta Jr., Baxter Holmes and Ramona Shelburne of ESPN, the NBA is now focused on whether the Clippers violated […] The post NBA now focused on Clippers’ introductions of Kawhi Leonard to sponsors appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA reportedly finds no evidence Clippers funneled money to Kawhi Leonard
The NBA’s investigation into the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard has taken a significant turn. And for Clippers owner Steve Ballmer, it appears to be a favorable one. The league has found no evidence that Ballmer funneled money through team sponsors to Leonard as a means of circumventing the NBA salary cap, according to Don Van […] The post NBA reportedly finds no evidence Clippers funneled money to Kawhi Leonard appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Nuggets, Nikola Jokic, Thunder, Isaiah Hartenstein, Magic
Nuggets The Nuggets still have Nikola Jokic. That alone gives them a chance. But Logan Struck of NBA On SI argues Denver shouldn’t confuse having Jokic with having an unlimited championship window. Jokic is 31 and remains among the NBA’s very best players, but Denver hasn’t returned to the Western Conference finals since winning the […] The post NBA Notes: Nuggets, Nikola Jokic, Thunder, Isaiah Hartenstein, Magic appeared first on Hoops Wire .
2026 NBA Free Agent List
Here is the current list of 2026 NBA free agents, organized by position. This list includes both unrestricted and restricted free agents and is updated regularly. Ages are shown in parentheses. Restricted free agents are noted. 2026 NBA Free Agents Centers Bismack Biyombo (34) Tony Bradley (28) Ulrich Chomche (20) N’Faly Dante (24) Jalen Duren […] The post 2026 NBA Free Agent List appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Suns, Miles Bridges, Cavs, Meleek Thomas, Clippers, Bradley Beal
Suns The Suns apparently didn’t acquire Miles Bridges with the idea of making him a short-term rental. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst said Phoenix intends to give Bridges both a significant role and, eventually, a new contract. The expectation, though, is that the sides will wait until later to work out an extension. “Phoenix not only has […] The post NBA Notes: Suns, Miles Bridges, Cavs, Meleek Thomas, Clippers, Bradley Beal appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Brad Stevens: Celtics had to ask if keeping Jaylen Brown was the right path
The Celtics didn’t trade Jaylen Brown because they suddenly decided he couldn’t play. They traded him because Brad Stevens wasn’t convinced staying the course was going to get Boston where it wanted to go. Stevens, the Celtics’ president of basketball operations, offered some additional insight into the blockbuster deal that sent Brown to the 76ers […] The post Brad Stevens: Celtics had to ask if keeping Jaylen Brown was the right path appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Bucks, Peyton Watson, Pelicans, Jordan Poole, Bulls
Bucks Would Peyton Watson make the Bucks considerably better next season? Maybe not. But that might not really be the point. The Bucks have been linked to Watson for more than a month, and Tre Allen of NBA On SI examines what the 23-year-old forward could mean for a Milwaukee team that has entered a […] The post NBA Notes: Bucks, Peyton Watson, Pelicans, Jordan Poole, Bulls appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA trade idea sends Jonathan Kuminga to Kings, Domantas Sabonis to Blazers
Jonathan Kuminga is still looking for a home, so naturally, we have reached the let’s trade half the Western Conference portion of the offseason. Jackson Caudell and Rohan Raman of Hawks On SI cooked up a three-team sign-and-trade proposal involving the Hawks, Kings and Trail Blazers. And there are some rather large names involved. Under […] The post NBA trade idea sends Jonathan Kuminga to Kings, Domantas Sabonis to Blazers appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Mark Walter investigation takes another turn after Lakers sale
The federal investigation surrounding Mark Walter’s business empire is getting more specific. According to The Wall Street Journal, prosecutors and the Securities and Exchange Commission have narrowed their focus to four entities that allegedly served as intermediaries between insurance companies Walter controlled and businesses connected to him. The entities identified by the Journal are ABS […] The post Mark Walter investigation takes another turn after Lakers sale appeared first on Hoops ...
NBA Notes: Cavs, Evan Mobley, Kings, Keegan Murray, Jazz
Cavaliers For all the noise around the Cavaliers this summer, Evan Mobley has somehow become one of the quieter parts of the conversation. John Hobbs of Cavs On SI argues that probably shouldn’t be the case. Mobley averaged 18.2 points and 9.0 rebounds last season, then remained productive through Cleveland’s run to the Eastern Conference […] The post NBA Notes: Cavs, Evan Mobley, Kings, Keegan Murray, Jazz appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards, Mavericks, offseason, Grizzlies
Timberwolves Anthony Edwards isn’t talking championship just yet. First, he wants to see what the new-look Timberwolves actually look like together. Minnesota made one of the summer’s biggest changes by acquiring LaMelo Ball in the four-team trade that sent Naz Reid to Charlotte and Julius Randle to Brooklyn. That gives the Wolves a dynamic new […] The post NBA Notes: Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards, Mavericks, offseason, Grizzlies appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Knicks, roster, Pistons, Cade Cunningham, Heat
Knicks The defending champion Knicks still have some roster work to do, particularly behind Karl-Anthony Towns and Andre Drummond. New York has 13 players on guaranteed standard contracts and sits roughly $3.27 million below the second tax apron, according to Yossi Gozlan of CapSheets. Owner James Dolan has already indicated that the Knicks don’t intend […] The post NBA Notes: Knicks, roster, Pistons, Cade Cunningham, Heat appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Cavs get favorable marks for Dennis Schroder trade
The Cavaliers apparently won’t be getting an A for their Dennis Schroder trade. But ESPN believes they did slightly better than the other guys. ESPN’s Zach Kram gave Cleveland a B for its deal with the Hornets, while Charlotte received a B-minus. For the Cavs, Kram writes that the trade was primarily about money and […] The post Cavs get favorable marks for Dennis Schroder trade appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA scout not sold on reported Cavs targets Jonathan Kuminga, Peyton Watson
A rival NBA scout isn’t convinced that either of the Cavaliers’ supposed wing targets would necessarily make them better. In fact, when it comes to Jonathan Kuminga, the scout thinks the Cavs could be taking a step backward. “The Cavs are not a better team if they lose Dean Wade and Max Strus and replace […] The post NBA scout not sold on reported Cavs targets Jonathan Kuminga, Peyton Watson appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Hornets, Dennis Schroder, Sixers, Joel Embiid, Nets
Hornets The Hornets’ acquisition of Dennis Schroder gives them something they badly needed after trading LaMelo Ball. Namely, an experienced point guard behind Coby White. Schroder is expected to slide into the No. 2 spot at the position, with rookie Christian Anderson Jr. behind him, as relayed by Schuyler Callihan of NBA on SI. Charlotte […] The post NBA Notes: Hornets, Dennis Schroder, Sixers, Joel Embiid, Nets appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA trade proposal sends Jonathan Kuminga to Lakers in three-team deal
Jonathan Kuminga remains available in August, so naturally, the hypothetical trade machine continues to churn. And this one has some moving parts. Jackson Caudell and Rohan Raman of NBA on SI constructed a three-team sign-and-trade proposal involving the Lakers, Hawks and Bucks that would send Kuminga to Los Angeles. Here’s the proposed deal: Lakers receive: Jonathan […] The post NBA trade proposal sends Jonathan Kuminga to Lakers in three-team deal appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Suns, Dillon Brooks, Nuggets, roster, Bucks
Suns Dillon Brooks believes the Suns have more ways to play after adding Miles Bridges and Luke Kennard this offseason. Brooks told reporters that Bridges gives Phoenix additional size, athleticism and defensive versatility, while Kennard provides another high-level shooter. Kennard led the NBA in 3-point percentage last season. “I think we added some shooting, some […] The post NBA Notes: Suns, Dillon Brooks, Nuggets, roster, Bucks appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Tyrese Haliburton ‘shocked’ NBA not putting return on national TV
Tyrese Haliburton waited an entire season to get back on an NBA court. He figured the rest of the country might get to watch. Apparently not. The Pacers star said he was “shocked” when the NBA released its 2026-27 schedule and his long-awaited return from a torn Achilles wasn’t selected for national television. Haliburton, who […] The post Tyrese Haliburton ‘shocked’ NBA not putting return on national TV appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Mike D’Antoni has one regret about offense that changed the NBA
Mike D’Antoni is headed into the Basketball Hall of Fame this weekend, and he knows exactly why. It wasn’t merely the 672 wins. It wasn’t the two NBA Coach of the Year awards. It wasn’t even coaching Steve Nash and James Harden during MVP seasons. It was the way his teams played. “That’s the reason […] The post Mike D’Antoni has one regret about offense that changed the NBA appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Hornets had their own reasons for making Dennis Schroder trade
The Cavaliers had obvious financial reasons for trading Dennis Schroder to Charlotte. Turns out the Hornets had some basketball reasons for taking him. According to Roderick Boone of the Charlotte Observer, Charlotte entered the offseason with a legitimate need for another point guard after trading LaMelo Ball to Minnesota and moving Coby White into the […] The post Hornets had their own reasons for making Dennis Schroder trade appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Cavs were working on Dennis Schroder trade for months, still eyeing more moves
The Cavaliers’ trade of Dennis Schroder wasn’t some Friday afternoon impulse. It had been in the works for months. More importantly, they don’t appear to be finished. According to Hoops Wire sources and ESPN’s Shams Charania, the Cavs, Hornets and Schroder’s agent, Mark Bartelstein, had been working together for the “past couple months” on finding […] The post Cavs were working on Dennis Schroder trade for months, still eyeing more moves appeared first on Hoops Wire .
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