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Pistons sign John Collins
Free agent forward John Collins has agreed to a three-year, $51 million contract with the Detroit Pistons, according to ESPN. Detroit identified Collins as its top offseason target to fill the starting power forward position. The athletic forward is expected to give the Pistons another frontcourt scoring option while providing Cade Cunningham with a reliable […] The post Pistons sign John Collins appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Bulls sign Norman Powell
Free agent guard Norman Powell has agreed to a two-year, $45 million deal with the Chicago Bulls, according to ESPN. Powell arrives in Chicago after an All-Star season with the Heat, where he established himself as one of the league’s most reliable scorers. Over the past two seasons, he has averaged nearly 22 points per […] The post Bulls sign Norman Powell appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Nikola Vucevic returns to Magic
Free agent center Nikola Vucevic has agreed to return to the Orlando Magic on a one-year, $3.9 million contract, according to ESPN. Vucevic spent nearly nine seasons in Orlando after beginning his NBA career with the franchise and has continued to maintain a home in the city. Despite receiving more lucrative offers from other teams, […] The post Nikola Vucevic returns to Magic appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
76ers sign Ariel Hukporti
Free agent center Ariel Hukporti has agreed to a one-year, $3.4 million contract with the Philadelphia 76ers, according to ESPN. Hukporti joins Philadelphia after spending last season with the Knicks, where he served as a reserve on the team’s championship-winning roster. The 76ers are adding the athletic big man to strengthen their frontcourt depth, with […] The post 76ers sign Ariel Hukporti appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Lakers meeting free agents
The Los Angeles Lakers have begun reshaping their roster around Luka Doncic, and president Rob Pelinka has started meeting with multiple free agents as the franchise searches for size, shooting and backcourt help. According to Shams Charania on Tuesday, June 30, Pelinka has held several meetings with free agents, including restricted free agents Walker Kessler […] The post Lakers meeting free agents appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Lakers view Jalen Duren as a max-level target
The Los Angeles Lakers made their pitch to Jalen Duren on Tuesday and are scheduled to meet with the Detroit Pistons restricted free-agent center again on Wednesday morning, a sign that they are treating him as a major priority in their offseason rebuild. Sam Amick reported on The Athletic that the Lakers told Duren in […] The post Lakers view Jalen Duren as a max-level target appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Rockets exploring move to sign Marcus Smart
The Houston Rockets are exploring ways to create financial flexibility to sign veteran guard Marcus Smart, with the team reportedly engaging in trade discussions involving Dorian Finney-Smith to open room for a larger multiyear contract. Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line reported on Tuesday that Houston has contacted several teams about moving […] The post Rockets exploring move to sign Marcus Smart appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Pacers show interest in Kelly Oubre Jr.
The Indiana Pacers have a strong interest in Kelly Oubre Jr. in free agency, according to Grant Afseth. Oubre is coming off a season with the Philadelphia 76ers in which he averaged 14.1 points, 5.0 rebounds and 1.6 assists while shooting 46.7% from the field and 36.0% from three-point range. Oubre, 30, played the 2025-26 […] The post Pacers show interest in Kelly Oubre Jr. appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Warriors want LeBron James commitment before pursuing Anthony Davis
The Golden State Warriors’ pursuit of Anthony Davis has reportedly cooled, with the franchise now prioritizing its chances of landing LeBron James in free agency. According to Ramona Shelburne, Golden State wants a commitment from James before fully shifting its focus toward a potential Davis trade. “From what I understand this is a sequencing issue. […] The post Warriors want LeBron James commitment before pursuing Anthony Davis appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Lakers eye Quentin Grimes
The Los Angeles Lakers have identified Philadelphia 76ers guard Quentin Grimes as another potential free-agent target as they continue reshaping the roster around Luka Doncic. NBA insider Marc Stein reported on Tuesday that Grimes is emerging as “another top Lakers target” after the team’s reported interest in Toronto forward-center Sandro Mamukelashvili. Los Angeles is exploring […] The post Lakers eye Quentin Grimes appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Bulls guarantee Leonard Miller’s contract
The Chicago Bulls will fully guarantee Leonard Miller’s $2.41 million salary for the 2026-27 season, keeping the 22-year-old forward in place after a productive late-season stretch. Miller averaged 11.7 points on 55.5% shooting and 5.8 rebounds in 27 games for Chicago last season, including 12 starts. The decision gives the Bulls another low-cost frontcourt piece […] The post Bulls guarantee Leonard Miller’s contract appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
76ers add Dean Wade on four-year contract
The Philadelphia 76ers have added frontcourt depth and defensive versatility, agreeing to a four-year, $39 million contract with free agent forward Dean Wade. NBA insider Shams Charania reported Tuesday that several contending teams pursued the former Cleveland Cavaliers forward before he chose Philadelphia. Wade, 29, arrives after spending his first seven NBA seasons with Cleveland, […] The post 76ers add Dean Wade on four-year contract appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Bulls keep Zach Collins
The Chicago Bulls ensured Zach Collins will not reach free agency, agreeing to a two-year, $17 million contract extension just before the June 30 deadline for veteran extensions. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that the deal was finalized after several days of negotiations before free agency officially opened. The extension represents another step in the Bulls’ […] The post Bulls keep Zach Collins appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Luke Kennard leaves Lakers for Suns
The Phoenix Suns have added one of the NBA’s most accurate perimeter shooters, agreeing to a two-year, $13 million contract with free agent Luke Kennard. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Tuesday that the deal includes a player option for the 2027-28 season. Kennard departs the Los Angeles Lakers after spending the second half of the 2025-26 […] The post Luke Kennard leaves Lakers for Suns appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Keon Ellis joins Nets
The Brooklyn Nets have continued to use their cap flexibility this offseason, agreeing to a two-year, $18 million guaranteed contract with free agent guard Keon Ellis, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The deal includes a full mutual option for the second season, allowing both Ellis and the Nets to revisit the partnership next summer while […] The post Keon Ellis joins Nets appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Rockets sign Bogdan Bogdanovic
The Houston Rockets have added another experienced perimeter scorer to a roster built to contend immediately, agreeing to a one-year contract with veteran guard Bogdan Bogdanovic in free agency. According to NBA insider Shams Charania, Bogdanovic agreed to the deal Tuesday after Rockets executives made a strong recruiting push. The move gives Houston an accomplished […] The post Rockets sign Bogdan Bogdanovic appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Pelicans bring back DeAndre Jordan
DeAndre Jordan has agreed to return to the New Orleans Pelicans on a one-year veteran minimum contract that will be fully guaranteed. The veteran center played a limited role last season, appearing in just 12 games for New Orleans after spending the previous three years with the Nuggets. He is expected to provide frontcourt depth […] The post Pelicans bring back DeAndre Jordan appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Clippers re-sign Kobe Sanders
Free agent forward Kobe Sanders has agreed to return to the Los Angeles Clippers on a four-year, $11.2 million contract, according to ESPN. The former second-round pick in the 2025 NBA Draft earned a larger role during his rookie campaign, appearing in 68 games while averaging 7.3 points in 19.9 minutes per contest. By bringing […] The post Clippers re-sign Kobe Sanders appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Trail Blazers sign Branden Carlson
Free agent center Branden Carlson has agreed to a one-year, $2.5 million contract with the Portland Trail Blazers, according to ESPN. The 7-footer spent the past two seasons developing within the Thunder organization and now earns an opportunity to join Portland’s frontcourt rotation. The deal was finalized between the Trail Blazers and Carlson’s representatives, Ross […] The post Trail Blazers sign Branden Carlson appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Bucks re-sign Ousmane Dieng
Free agent forward Ousmane Dieng has agreed to return to the Milwaukee Bucks on a three-year, $17.5 million contract, according to ESPN. Dieng finished last season strongly after being acquired from the Thunder at the trade deadline, earning a larger role in Milwaukee’s rotation with his versatile play on both ends of the floor. The […] The post Bucks re-sign Ousmane Dieng appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Heat sign Tim Hardaway Jr.
Tim Hardaway Jr. has agreed to a one-year, $6.5 million contract with the Miami Heat using the taxpayer midlevel exception. The veteran guard is coming off a productive season with the Nuggets, where he appeared in 80 games and averaged 13.5 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 1.4 assists in 26.6 minutes per game. He also shot […] The post Heat sign Tim Hardaway Jr. appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
NBA announces salary cap for 2026-27 season
The NBA has officially set the salary cap for the 2026-27 season at $164.961 million, slightly below the league’s most recent projection of $165 million and down from an earlier estimate of $166 million. The luxury tax threshold has been established at $200.428 million. Both the salary cap and tax level will take effect at […] The post NBA announces salary cap for 2026-27 season appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Pistons determined to keep Jalen Duren
The Detroit Pistons are making a strong effort to retain restricted free agent Jalen Duren, reportedly increasing their contract offer to what they believe is the maximum they are willing to pay. Detroit is also not interested in facilitating a sign-and-trade involving the young center and intends to match any offer sheet Duren signs with […] The post Pistons determined to keep Jalen Duren appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kawhi Leonard hopes to finish career with Raptors
Kawhi Leonard reportedly wants to end his NBA career with the Raptors, making Toronto his preferred destination after the Clippers declined to offer him a long-term contract extension this offseason. According to reports, Leonard’s comfort with Toronto’s front office, his appreciation for the city, and his belief that the Raptors can contend in the Eastern […] The post Kawhi Leonard hopes to finish career with Raptors appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Wizards reject Anthony Davis trade interest
The Washington Wizards are reportedly not interested in discussing a trade involving Anthony Davis despite recent speculation linking the veteran forward to several teams. The Golden State Warriors have been connected to Davis in recent days, while the Trail Blazers were also rumored to have interest before shifting their focus to acquiring Ja Morant. Anthony […] The post Wizards reject Anthony Davis trade interest appeared first on TalkBasket.net .