2026 NBA Rumors Live Blog with Latest Ja Morant Trade Fallout and LeBron Buzz
It's officially opening week for NBA free agency, and we're already seeing dominoes starting to fall.
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It's officially opening week for NBA free agency, and we're already seeing dominoes starting to fall.
While the Los Angeles Clippers and Toronto Raptors are holding trade discussions regarding star forward Kawhi Leonard, it sounds like his other old franchise is out of the running to acquire him.
The Golden State Warriors plans to sign Kristaps Porzingis may have been thrown into chaos with their link to a trade for Anthony Davis.
The Los Angeles Lakers need Marcus Smart’s point of attack defense, but the rival Rockets are preparing a serious bid to steal him in free agency.
As soon as the Boston Celtics lost out on Giannis Antetokounmpo, they were thrown into an awkward position. Jaylen Brown was very publicly thrown into the trade world, and now, it feels as though there's no going back.
An NBA multi-championship team could be pursuing LeBron James and Anthony Davis. LeBron James could find himself wearing a completely new jersey this summer if a massive offseason plan comes together. The Golden State Warriors are gearing up for an ambitious pursuit to acquire multiple elite stars to maximize the championship window for Steph Curry . According to a report from Yahoo Sports Senior Analyst Kevin O’Connor, the organization also wants to land powerhouse big man Anthony Davis ...
The Los Angeles Lakers and LeBron James haven't made much progress on a new contract with the free-agency negotiating window opening Tuesday.
The future of LeBron James remains uncertain as he enters unrestricted free agency this summer. The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly exploring his return on a reduced deal, but he could move elsewhere.According to Miami Herald reporter Barry Jackson, one familiar destination that has emerged as a long-shot possibility is a return to the Miami […] The post Report: Miami Heat Receive Key Update on LeBron James Before Free Agency appeared first on HEAVY .
The Los Angeles Lakers are closely monitoring developments with the Denver Nuggets, as it appears the Nuggets are open to trade talks for some of their core players.While Nikola Jokic is considered untradable, stars like Aaron Gordon could be moved, and the Lakers could key into a trade. According to Sam Amick and Jason Quick of […] The post Lakers Receive Aaron Gordon Trade Update After Major Insider Report appeared first on HEAVY .
Kawhi Leonard has been ripped to shreds.
The Pistons passed on Cameron Carr and let the Lakers get him next to Luka Doncic.
The 2026 NBA Draft is done, which means focus throughout the league will now shift to the final transactional milestone of the offseason: free agency.
Lakers first-round pick Cameron Carr has outlined his defensive ambitions after joining LA, with the rookie eager to earn an immediate role. The post Lakers Wing Addition Sends Bold Message Amid Roster Turnover appeared first on HEAVY .
Ziaire Williams has admirers in the Lakers' facility.
The Lakers have been linked with athletic wing Ziaire Williams after the former Nets forward has become an unrestricted free agent. The post Lakers Could Move Fast to Land Athletic Wing After Major Roster Update appeared first on HEAVY .
Marcus Smart is expected to decline his player option and enter unrestricted free agency, with league-wide belief pointing toward the veteran guard joining the Houston Rockets, according to Dan Woike of The Athletic. Smart has a $5.4 million option for the 2026-27 season but is reportedly seeking a longer-term contract. The potential move would end […] The post Marcus Smart likely leaving Lakers for Rockets appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
LeBron James is set to become a free agent and will be free to choose what could very well be the final chapter of his NBA career in just a couple of days. The Los Angeles Lakers have been widely considered the favorite to re-sign him, but other teams have shown interest in poaching James […] The post Miami Heat Get Big News on Potential LeBron James Reunion appeared first on HEAVY .
The Rockets' pursuit of Marcus Smart heats up as Houston is prepared to offer the former DPOY a lucrative contract to steal him away from the Lakers.
Pairing LeBron James with Stephen Curry would already make the Golden State Warriors instant championship favorites. Add Anthony Davis to the mix, and the trio has already delivered an Olympic gold in 2024. But before the dream of an NBA championship, the Dub Nation must overcome one major hurdle. “The Warriors are attempting to trade […] The post Anthony Davis Faces $275 Million Problem as Warriors Pursue Him to Lure LeBron James appeared first on EssentiallySports .
The Rockets are reportedly preparing a lucrative multi-year offer for Lakers guard Marcus Smart as NBA free agency approaches. The post Houston Rockets’ Offer for Lakers Key Starter Revealed appeared first on HEAVY .
Will Marcus Smart opt out of his contract? Learn about the Marcus Smart decision and potential free agency moves. The post Lakers’ Marcus Smart Decision Appears All But Certain After Latest Report appeared first on HEAVY .
Two days away from the deadline to pick up his player option with the Los Angeles Lakers for next season, Marcus Smart would have a market if he decides to test free agency.
It looks like the Golden State Warriors are stopping at nothing to acquire LeBron James. Golden State has been linked to James for some time now. In February, it was revealed that Warriors owner Joe Lacob initiated a trade for James before the deadline, but James’ agent, Rich Paul, shut it down, stressing that the […] The post NBA rumors: Warriors eyeing Anthony Davis trade to lure LeBron James appeared first on ClutchPoints .
A Western Conference rival is reportedly exploring a plan to reunite LeBron James with Anthony Davis, creating a new offseason question for the Lakers. The post Lakers’ LeBron James Rival Plots Anthony Davis Reunion appeared first on HEAVY .
The Warriors are pursuing a blockbuster to trade for Anthony Davis and sign LeBron James, per Yahoo's Kevin O'Connor, in a bid to build a superteam of aging stars.