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Rockets Hiring Chip Engelland As Assistant Coach
Veteran assistant coach Chip Engelland is leaving the Thunder to take a position as an assistant coach with the Rockets under Ime Udoka, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link). Engelland spent time with the Pistons (1999-2000) as a shooting consultant and with the Nuggets (2003-05) as their director of player development before being […]
Blazers Notes: Broadcast Team Layoffs, Arena Renovation Funding, More
The Trail Blazers are making major changes to their broadcasting staff, according to Maury Brown of Forbes, who reports that TV analyst Michael Holton, TV hosts Neil Everett and Jamie Hudson, and statistician Tom Haberstroh are among those who have been let go by the club. “Deep pay cuts” are anticipated for some positions on […]
2026/27 NBA Roster Counts
Although NBA rosters are limited to 15 players during the regular season, teams are allowed to carry up to 21 players during the offseason. Expanded offseason rosters allow clubs to bring in players on contracts that aren’t fully guaranteed, giving those players a chance to earn a regular season roster spot or getting a closer […]
Mavericks Match Offer Sheet, Keep Moussa Cisse
July 22: The Mavs have officially re-signed Cisse, the team announced today in a press release. July 18: The Mavericks will match the Knicks‘ offer sheet for restricted free agent big man Moussa Cisse, according to Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link). Agents Yann Balikouzou and Kevin Bradbury of LIFT Sports Management confirmed Dallas’ decision […]
And-Ones: Hezonja, Spain, Vegas, Offseason Grades
Former NBA lottery pick Mario Hezonja informed Real Madrid on Monday that he was exercising his opt-out clause to return to the NBA, and league sources tell Marc Stein of The Stein Line (Twitter link) that the veteran forward has received interest from multiple teams, including some of the clubs that are in the mix […]
Pacers Re-Sign Jalen Slawson To Two-Way Contract
July 22: The Pacers have re-signed Slawson, the team formally confirmed in a press release. July 21: The Pacers and restricted free agent forward Jalen Slawson are in agreement on a two-way contract, reports Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). Slawson received a two-way qualifying offer from Indiana in June, so in all likelihood, he’s […]
Hawks Sign Jalen Wilson To Two-Way Contract
July 22: The Hawks have officially signed Wilson to a two-way deal, the team announced today in a press release. July 20: The Hawks are signing free agent forward Jalen Wilson to a two-way contract, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). Wilson earned numerous accolades during his time at Kansas. He helped the […]
Scotto’s Latest: Wizards, Davis, Johnson, Dort, Bridges
What’s next for the Wizards after an eventful few weeks that saw them draft AJ Dybantsa, sign Trae Young to the largest free agent contract of 2026, and trade for Deandre Ayton and Khris Middleton? According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, Washington is hoping to add a backup point guard to round out its roster, […]
Clippers Among Teams Eyeing Jonathan Kuminga
In addition to previously reported suitors like the Lakers, Cavaliers, and Bucks, the Clippers are among the teams with some sign-and-trade interest in unrestricted free agent forward Jonathan Kuminga, reports Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. According to Scotto, Kuminga and agent Aaron Turner aren’t necessarily seeking a specific salary figure that applies to every interested team […]
Fischer’s Latest: Beal, Westbrook, Kuminga, Warriors
The Heat, Celtics, and Clippers are among the teams believed to have free agent guard Bradley Beal on their radar, NBA insider Jake Fischer said during his latest live stream for Bleacher Report (video link). Reporting early in free agency indicated that Miami had registered some interest in Beal, though they haven’t been actively pursuing […]
Paris Basketball Hires Timberwolves’ Max Lefevre As Head Coach
Timberwolves assistant Max Lefevre has taken a job overseas, having accepted the head coaching position for Paris Basketball, the French team announced today (via Twitter). Donatas Urbonas of BasketNews reported earlier this morning that the two sides were nearing an agreement. Lefevre, who was a graduate assistant, director of basketball operations, and director of player […]
Heat Notes: LeBron, Riley, Giannis
The Heat made waves on social media on Tuesday night after a video titled “LeBron James Introductory Press Conference (July 27, 2026)” was posted to the team’s YouTube account, as Anthony Chiang of The Miami Herald writes. Although the video fueled speculation that the Heat had inadvertently broken the news of James’ decision, a team […]
Dwane Casey Under Consideration To Coach Potential NBA Europe Franchise
Dwane Casey could be returning to the head coaching ranks — but not in the NBA. Casey, who was most recently a head coach with the Pistons from 2018-23, has emerged as a candidate to coach BC Roma SPQR, which is bidding for a franchise in Rome in the upcoming NBA Europe league, Marc Stein […]
Lakers Sign Arthur Kaluma To Two-Way Contract
July 21: The signing is official, according to a team press release (Twitter link via Jovan Buha). The Lakers also confirmed that Suder was waived to make room for Kaluma, as previously reported. July 20: The Lakers are signing Summer League standout Arthur Kaluma to a two-way contract, agents Todd Ramasar and Mike Simonetta tell […]
Blazers’ Yang Hansen Embraces Pressure From Home Country
Yang Hansen feels pressure from his home country to make a greater impact in the NBA during his second season, but the Trail Blazers center doesn’t think that’s a bad thing. Yang told Sean Highkin of the Rose Garden Report (Substack link) in a wide-ranging interview that his biggest critics come from China. “American fans […]
Pacific Notes: Lendeborg, Warriors’ Two-Way Spots, Acuff, Lakers Cap
Warriors lottery pick Yaxel Lendeborg earned Summer League Most Valuable Player honors while leading Golden State to the Las Vegas title. Was that enough for him to impress longtime Warriors Stephen Curry and Draymond Green? Lendeborg isn’t quite sure about that (Twitter video link). “Yeah, I hope so man. I don’t know if Draymond… I […]
Atlantic Notes: Johnson, Brown Trade, Sixers, Brunson
Two-way forward Chaney Johnson, who earned a contract after going undrafted last year, continued to endear himself to the Nets with his Summer League performances, Brian Lewis of the New York Post writes (subscription required). Johnson raised his stock with his hustle and ability to play multiple positions. He was utilized as an undersized center […]
Free Agent Rumors: Heat, LeBron, Kuminga, Pokusevski
With 12 players currently on standard contracts, the Heat will need to add at least two more players to their roster before opening night. And according to Barry Jackson and Anthony Chiang of The Miami Herald, team president Pat Riley has indicated that “another real play-maker,” a three-point “marksman,” and a big man who can […]
Clippers, Jamarion Sharp Agree To Two-Way Deal
The Clippers and free agent center Jamarion Sharp have agreed to terms on a two-way contract, agent Scott Nichols tells Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). Sharp, who will turn 25 next month, went undrafted out of Ole Miss in 2024 and has played primarily for the Texas Legends in the G League since then. […]
Lakers Waive Peter Suder
Less than three weeks after signing him, the Lakers have waived rookie guard Peter Suder, confirms Dave McMenamin of ESPN (Twitter link). The move was necessary in order for the team to open up a two-way contract slot to finalize its reported agreement with Arthur Kaluma. Suder, who went undrafted out of Miami (Ohio) last […]
NBA Names Yaxel Lendeborg Summer League MVP, Announces All-SL Teams
Warriors rookie forward Yaxel Lendeborg, who was named the Most Valuable Player of Sunday’s Summer League championship game, has won a second award in his first month as an NBA player, having earned MVP honors for the Las Vegas Summer League, according to the league (Twitter link). A vote of all 30 teams was taken […]
Pacers Notes: Haliburton, Zubac, Two-Ways, Slawson, Smith
Appearing on Monday’s episode of The Pat McAfee Show on ESPN (YouTube link), Pacers point guard Tyrese Haliburton said he feels “great” as he prepares for the 2026/27 season, according to Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star. Haliburton missed the entire 2025/26 campaign while recovering from an Achilles tear and dealt with a bout of […]
The Second Apron Is Giving Team Owners A Convenient Out
The second tax apron has been one of the most popular talking points this summer among NBA fans, players, and other individuals around the league, with Knicks owner James Dolan opening the offseason by promising that his championship team wouldn’t be surpassing the second-apron threshold, while National Basketball Players Association executive director David Kelly recently […]
Thunder Notes: Payroll, Ownership, Dort, Joe
Entering the 2026 offseason, Oklahoma City was facing a potential payroll of $557MM for the coming season, according to ESPN’s Bobby Marks (Twitter link). Simply exercising their team options on Isaiah Hartenstein, Luguentz Dort, and Kenrich Williams and making their draft picks without completing any trades or free agent signings would’ve left the Thunder with […]
Rich Paul: LeBron ‘Won’t Be Rushed’ Into Making Decision
Speaking about his top client in Monday’s episode of his Game Over podcast with Max Kellerman, Rich Paul of Klutch Sports said LeBron James is “not going to be rushed” into making a decision on his next team, per Dave McMenamin of ESPN. “I think it’s important for people to understand, we’re not making this […]
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