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Andre Iguodala says Golden State being part of LeBron James’ free-agency considerations speaks to Stephen Curry’s influence. Iguodala, the 2015 Finals MVP, was a key figure in the Warriors’ championship battles with James’ Cavaliers.
Trae Young expressed clear enthusiasm about continuing with the Wizards as the franchise moves into a new phase. Speaking at the news conference announcing his re-signing, Young emphasized his excitement about being part of the team’s long-term direction.
Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs have agreed to a five-year, $252 million maximum rookie-scale contract extension. The deal ranks as the third-largest rookie extension in NBA history.
Former Miami Heat teammates Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro were involved in a physical altercation Friday morning at a practice court inside a Las Vegas hotel. During the incident, Adebayo struck Herro in the head area.
San Antonio Spurs center Luke Kornet has made a public pitch aimed at recruiting LeBron James. The comment adds a light offseason storyline involving one of the NBA’s most high-profile players.
Michigan State has named Jon Palumbo as interim athletic director while retaining Kevin M. Guskiewicz to lead the university. The moves provide leadership continuity after the school faced the possibility of losing both its president and athletic director.
Mike Boynton Jr. has agreed to a two-year contract to become Michigan’s next head men’s basketball coach. The school announced the move Friday.
Iowa State athletic director Jamie Pollard has announced he will retire in 2027. His departure will conclude a 22-year tenure leading the Cyclones’ athletic department.
Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving made an unexpected appearance at the NBPA Top 100 Camp, creating a memorable moment for some of the nation’s top high school basketball players. His visit offered campers a chance to learn directly from one of the NBA’s most skilled guards.
Several major NBA offseason matters remain unresolved as teams continue shaping their rosters. Among the biggest items still to be settled are Jalen Duren’s contract situation, Kawhi Leonard’s trade outlook and LeBron James’ future.
As LeBron James’ free agency draws attention across the league, six teams are positioned to present different types of offers. Their cases range from contract value to the broader factors that could shape his decision.
AJ Dybantsa delivered a standout performance in his Las Vegas debut, scoring a game-high 27 points. The No. 1 pick helped the Wizards defeat the Jazz in a matchup that also featured No. 2 pick Darryn Peterson.
AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson, the top two picks in the 2026 NBA Draft, faced each other at Las Vegas Summer League. The matchup offered an early look at how both highly touted rookies handled their first head-to-head stage as professionals.
Charles Barkley enters this week’s annual celebrity golf tournament in Lake Tahoe, Nevada, with the longest odds in the field. Barkley is listed at 7,500-1 to win the event.
LeBron James’ free agency decision has moved into its second week, with interested teams finding indirect ways to present their cases. Some suitors have reportedly had the opportunity to pitch the four-time NBA champion through voice memos.
Stephen Curry acknowledged the appeal of potentially teaming up with longtime NBA rival LeBron James late in their careers. The comment adds another layer to the enduring connection between two of the defining players of their generation.
Marcus Spears Jr., formerly the No. 1 recruit in his class, has reclassified and committed to Texas. His decision adds another high-profile talent to an already deep Longhorns roster.
Anthony Davis has officially sold his Los Angeles home, marking the end of his West Coast chapter. The move comes as the Washington Wizards star continues his career away from L.A.
An Ohio judge has granted a preliminary injunction to 24 men’s and women’s college basketball players challenging NCAA eligibility rules. The players argue the NCAA’s new age-based model unfairly prevents them from continuing their college careers.
The proposed trade between the Clippers and Raptors involving Kawhi Leonard will not be finalized while the NBA reviews whether Los Angeles circumvented salary-cap rules. The deal remains on hold until the league completes its investigation.
Marcus Spears Jr., the No. 1 prospect in the 2027 class, will reclassify and join Texas for the upcoming college basketball season. His commitment gives the Longhorns a major addition ahead of the new campaign.
Nikola Kusturica has reached a multiyear agreement to play for UCLA. The move gives the Bruins a high-profile addition with NBA draft attention already surrounding his future.
North Carolina rising senior guard King Kendrick has emerged as a difficult matchup thanks to his ability to attack with either hand. His ambidextrous skill set has helped him keep defenders off balance and strengthen his profile as one of the more intriguing high school guards in his class.
Project B has appointed former Atlanta Hawks general manager Landry Fields as its head of men’s basketball. The move adds an experienced NBA front-office executive to the leadership structure of the new global women’s and men’s basketball league.
Rookie Darryn Peterson’s summer league debut has offered Utah an early look at his fit alongside fourth-year guard Keyonte George. Their quick chemistry has given the Jazz a promising glimpse of a potential long-term backcourt pairing.
A jersey worn by New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson in Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Finals sold at Sotheby’s for $1,024,000. The sale set a record for any Brunson collectible after drawing 70 bids.
A federal judge denied Terry Rozier’s request to modify his bail conditions. The proposed change would have allowed him to practice and play with potential witnesses, provided they did not discuss the case.
The Miami Heat formally introduced Tim Hardaway Jr. on Wednesday, marking his return to the city with a familiar family number. Hardaway was presented with a No. 10 Heat jersey, the same number worn by his father, with “Jr.” added to the nameplate.
Mark Cuban has alleged that Mavericks governor Patrick Dumont engaged in “adversarial business practices” tied to a proposed move of the franchise out of downtown Dallas. The dispute adds a notable off-court storyline around the team’s future home.
Milwaukee Bucks general manager Jon Horst described the decision to trade Giannis Antetokounmpo as “very difficult.” The move marks a major organizational moment involving one of the franchise’s defining players.
