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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 […]
Clippers, Cam Christie Agree To Push Back Salary Guarantee Date
For the second time this offseason, the Clippers and Cam Christie have agreed to push back the former second-round pick’s salary guarantee date, according to Law Murray of The Athletic (Twitter link). Christie’s $2.3MM salary for 2026/27 was originally set to be guaranteed if had remained on the roster through June 30. Murray reported at […]
Mavericks Add Jett Howard On Two-Way Deal
The Mavericks have signed free agent wing Jett Howard to a two-way contract, the team announced in a press release. Dallas opened up a two-way spot on Monday by waiving forward Tyler Smith. Howard, a 6’8″ guard/forward, spent his first three seasons with the Magic, the team that drafted him 11th overall in 2023. Orlando […]
Eastern Notes: Risacher, Pick Details, Duren, Claxton
While the Hawks improved in the short term by trading Zaccharie Risacher and second-round draft capital for Luguentz Dort and Ryan Nembhard, it’s still a disappointing ending to the 21-year-old’s tenure in Atlanta, writes John Hollinger of The Athletic. Risacher was the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 draft, but he was selected by […]
Magic, Celtics, Kings Announce Preseason Schedules
The Magic, Celtics and Kings all announced their 2026/27 preseason schedules on Monday. The Magic will play four preseason games this fall, writes Jason Beede of The Orlando Sentinel. The team has yet to announce how the games will be broadcast after the parent company of FanDuel Sports Network went bankrupt, but that’s supposed to […]
Mavericks Waive Tyler Smith
The Mavericks are waiving Tyler Smith, reports Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (via Twitter). The move is now official, according to the NBA’s transaction log. Milwaukee selected Smith with the 33rd overall pick in the 2024 draft. Facing a roster crunch last fall, the Bucks decided to waive the former G League Ignite forward shortly before […]
Taelon Peter Waived By Pacers
5:15 pm: Peter has been waived, per NBA.com’s log of official transactions. 4:42 pm: The Pacers plan to waive Taelon Peter, who is on a two-way contract, league sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). Indiana selected the 6’3″ guard with the 54th overall pick in last year’s draft. He signed a two-year, two-way deal […]
Mario Hezonja To Make NBA Return?
Croatian forward Mario Hezonja, the fifth overall pick of the 2015 draft, has informed Real Madrid that he’ll be returning to the NBA in 2026/27, according to Chema de Lucas (Twitter link). Hezonja, a five-year veteran who last played for Portland in 2019/20, has spent the last four years with Real Madrid after one-year stints […]
Hoops Rumors Chat Transcript: 7/20/2026
Hoops Rumors hosted a live chat today at 3:30 pm Central time (4:30 pm Eastern). Click here to read the transcript.
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