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A look at the NBA’s most intriguing second-year players from the 2025 draft class includes young Spurs Dylan Harper and Carter Bryant. The evaluation focuses on how prominent sophomores are positioned entering Year 2 of their professional careers.
NBA commissioner Adam Silver said the league’s investigation involving Kawhi Leonard and alleged salary-cap circumvention needs to be completed before next season begins. The matter centers on whether league rules were violated in connection with Leonard.
Timberwolves president Tim Connelly said LaMelo Ball is worth the significant cost Minnesota paid to acquire him. Connelly believes the star point guard’s style and talent can help elevate the team’s ceiling.
Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid and Jaylen Brown have reportedly been in contact with LeBron James as Philadelphia pursues the star forward. Maxey is said to be taking a leading role in the communication.
USA Basketball is expected to add Mark Daigneault, JB Bickerstaff and Mark Few as assistant coaches under head coach Erik Spoelstra. The group would bring a mix of NBA and college coaching experience to the national team bench.
The Wizards have ended AJ Dybantsa’s summer league run after two appearances. The rookie made an impressive debut before the team opted to hold him out of its final two games.
Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel defended his tenure amid scrutiny and made clear he is not looking to leave the school. Manuel said he remains committed to his role leading the Wolverines’ athletic department.
Several rookies who were not highly ranked coming out of high school are using summer league to reinforce why they became first-round draft picks. Their early performances highlight the development paths that helped turn overlooked prospects into NBA-level talent.
Bucks guard Tyler Herro said he is ready to move on following a physical altercation with former teammate Bam Adebayo last week in Las Vegas. Herro said his focus is now on the next chapter of his career in Milwaukee.
Chicago has again reset its leadership structure and added a top-four draft pick, echoing the organization’s 2020 overhaul. The Bulls believe this latest transition represents a new direction rather than a repeat of the previous cycle.
Utah Jazz guard Trey Alexander was taken off the court on a stretcher Monday night during an NBA Summer League matchup against the Chicago Bulls. The incident occurred after he appeared to injure his side while driving to the basket.
The Los Angeles Lakers have agreed to a one-year, $3 million contract with free agent forward Ziaire Williams. The move adds another wing option to the Lakers’ roster.
Austin Reaves addressed the Lakers’ outlook after signing the richest contract ever for an undrafted NBA player. The guard expressed confidence in the franchise’s pieces as Los Angeles moves forward following LeBron James’ departure in free agency.
Mike Martin, the winningest coach in Brown men’s basketball history, is departing the program to join Mike Boynton’s staff at Michigan. The move adds an experienced head coach to the Wolverines’ bench.
Walker Kessler says he is fully healthy heading into next season and ready to give everything to the Lakers. His comments come after Los Angeles invested money and draft assets to acquire him.
Eleven Division I athletes have filed a federal class action lawsuit challenging the NCAA’s new eligibility rules. The athletes allege the rules harmed their ability to extend their college careers after exhausting eligibility in the 2025-26 season.
Lagerald Vick, who played for Kansas during the Jayhawks’ 2018 Final Four season, has been charged with attempted first-degree murder in Tennessee. The charge marks a serious legal development involving the former college basketball standout.
The 2026 NBA Summer League is underway, giving teams and fans an initial look at this year’s rookie class in game action. Early debuts are drawing attention as top newcomers begin adjusting to the professional stage.
No. 1 pick AJ Dybantsa delivered 23 points and seven rebounds as Washington defeated Sacramento 104-85 on Sunday night. The Wizards remained undefeated in summer league play with the victory in Las Vegas.
The Golden State Warriors have agreed to hire longtime NBA coach Frank Vogel as associate head coach under Steve Kerr. Vogel will fill the staff vacancy created by Terry Stotts’ departure.
The University of Michigan regents are expected to discuss an investigation into the culture of the athletic department on Thursday. A decision regarding athletic director Warde Manuel’s future is expected in the coming days as part of that review.
Gary Trent Jr. has agreed to remain with the Milwaukee Bucks on a four-year, $64 million contract. The deal keeps the veteran guard in Milwaukee as the Bucks continue shaping their roster.
Charlotte president of basketball operations Jeff Peterson described the LaMelo Ball trade as one of the toughest decisions he has made. Peterson said the move was made with the organization’s broader goal of building sustained success in mind.
A lighthearted moment involving Ja Morant drew attention when the Portland Trail Blazers guard appeared to sign a jersey with the wrong number. The incident centered on Morant seemingly forgetting his updated jersey number while autographing the item.
Ja Morant said his offseason trade from the Grizzlies to the Trail Blazers gives him an opportunity for a new beginning. The guard also said he wants to show that his “bad guy” image is a misconception.
Valencia has signed Mario Saint-Supery after his freshman season at Gonzaga. The move takes the young guard from college basketball to a EuroLeague club.
Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson delivered an impressive first showing in Las Vegas, scoring 35 points in his summer league debut Friday night. His performance ranks as the second-highest scoring debut since the Las Vegas event began in 2004.
The Dallas Mavericks have signed prospect Tarik Biberovic, finalizing a six-team trade. The deal also brings Santi Aldama and Marcus Sasser to Dallas.
A one-of-one Victor Wembanyama Panini Revolution vertical green Kaboom! card from 2024 has sold for $1,443,133. The sale was completed through trading card and alternative asset platform Alt.
NBPA executive director David Kelly criticized the NBA’s second apron, saying it is pushing teams toward decisions driven by cost control rather than basketball priorities. Kelly said the system is negatively affecting both players and fans.
