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Lakers add MAC Player of the Year Peter Suder
The Los Angeles Lakers have agreed to a two-way contract with guard Peter Suder, NBA insider Michael Scotto reported on Wednesday, June 24. The move gives the Western Conference contender another developmental guard after Suder earned MAC Player of the Year honors at Miami (OH). Suder finished his senior season in 2025-26 averaging 14.8 points, […] The post Lakers add MAC Player of the Year Peter Suder appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Bulls add Tobe Awaka on two-way deal
The Chicago Bulls have added undrafted forward Tobe Awaka on a two-way NBA contract, according to NBA insider Shams Charania. Awaka joins the Bulls after spending the last two seasons at Arizona, where he developed into a physical interior presence. The 6-foot-8 forward averaged 9.3 points, 9.1 rebounds, 0.8 assists, 0.4 steals and 0.6 blocks […] The post Bulls add Tobe Awaka on two-way deal appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Thunder sign Josh Dix to two-way deal
The Oklahoma City Thunder have added another young guard to their development pipeline, agreeing to a two-way NBA contract with undrafted guard Josh Dix, according to NBA insider Shams Charania. Dix enters the Thunder organization after a four-year college career split between Iowa and Creighton. The 6-foot-6 guard averaged 13.2 points, 3.7 rebounds and 2.3 […] The post Thunder sign Josh Dix to two-way deal appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Heat sign Tre Donaldson
The Miami Heat have agreed to a two-way NBA contract with undrafted guard Tre Donaldson, according to NBA insider Shams Charania. The move gives Miami another young ball-handler after the franchise reshaped its roster around the acquisition of Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks. Donaldson arrives with a four-year college résumé that included stops at […] The post Heat sign Tre Donaldson appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Lakers add Vanderbilt forward AK Okereke
The Los Angeles Lakers have added undrafted Vanderbilt forward AK Okereke on a two-way NBA contract, according to NBA insider Shams Charania. The agreement was reported on Wednesday, June 24, during the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft. Okereke went undrafted after completing his senior season at Vanderbilt, where he appeared in 36 games […] The post Lakers add Vanderbilt forward AK Okereke appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Clippers acquire Nick Martinelli
The Los Angeles Clippers acquired forward Nick Martinelli on the second night of the 2026 NBA Draft, completing a trade with the Houston Rockets for the No. 55 pick and cash considerations, according to NBA insider Shams Charania. Martinelli was originally selected by the New York Knicks at No. 55 before being moved to the […] The post Clippers acquire Nick Martinelli appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Pistons add defensive big man Ugonna Onyenso
The Detroit Pistons acquired center Ugonna Onyenso from the New York Knicks for cash considerations, according to NBA insider Shams Charania. The move came during the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft after New York selected Onyenso with the No. 53 overall pick. The trade gives Detroit a young interior defender with experience across […] The post Pistons add defensive big man Ugonna Onyenso appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Hawks acquire Henri Veesaar
The Atlanta Hawks moved up in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft to secure Henri Veesaar, acquiring the No. 52 pick from the Los Angeles Clippers in exchange for No. 57 and cash, according to NBA insider Shams Charania. Veesaar, a 6-foot-11 forward/center from Estonia, was selected by the Clippers at No. 52 […] The post Hawks acquire Henri Veesaar appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Wizards add Felix Okpara in draft-night trade
The Washington Wizards acquired center Felix Okpara from the Orlando Magic during the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft, sending out picks No. 51 and No. 60 in exchange for the No. 46 selection, according to NBA insider Shams Charania. The deal was part of a busy second-round night, with Washington also involved in […] The post Wizards add Felix Okpara in draft-night trade appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Bulls flip Braden Smith for Pacers’ Kam Jones, picks
The Chicago Bulls are moving second-round pick Braden Smith to the Indiana Pacers in exchange for Kam Jones, future pick swaps and cash, according to NBA insider Shams Charania. The deal was completed during the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft on June 24. Smith was selected No. 38 overall by Chicago after being […] The post Bulls flip Braden Smith for Pacers’ Kam Jones, picks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Thunder trade Ryan Conwell to Heat, get Otega Oweh
The Oklahoma City Thunder and Miami Heat completed a second-round pick swap during the 2026 NBA Draft, with Oklahoma City sending No. 37 selection Ryan Conwell to Miami in exchange for the No. 41 pick and cash, according to NBA insider Shams Charania. The move came during the second round on June 24, with the […] The post Thunder trade Ryan Conwell to Heat, get Otega Oweh appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Mavericks acquire Vsevolod Ishchenko
The Dallas Mavericks acquired Russian guard Vsevolod Ishchenko with the No. 56 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft after trading with the Los Angeles Lakers, who obtained the selection from the Chicago Bulls. The Mavericks sent cash considerations to Los Angeles to complete the move, according to NBA insider Shams Charania. The transaction came after […] The post Mavericks acquire Vsevolod Ishchenko appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
LaMelo Ball trade talks gain momentum
Multiple teams are aggressively pursuing LaMelo Ball, and the Charlotte Hornets are actively engaging in trade discussions as the NBA shifts from the draft toward free agency. Speaking during ESPN’s coverage of the second night of the 2026 NBA Draft on June 24, NBA insider Shams Charania reported that Ball’s name has become one of […] The post LaMelo Ball trade talks gain momentum appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Celtics exploring Jaylen Brown trade options
The Boston Celtics entered the 2026 NBA Draft with more questions than answers, and according to NBA insider Shams Charania, Jaylen Brown’s future has become one of the league’s most closely watched storylines. Speaking during the second round of the NBA Draft on June 24, Charania reported that Boston is actively engaged in trade discussions […] The post Celtics exploring Jaylen Brown trade options appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kendrick Perkins sees Kobe-like potential in Darryn Peterson
The 2026 NBA draft class has been highly anticipated after seeing many talented prospects who can be huge assets and the best players for the franchises. Darryn Peterson stood tall among the other rising stars and had the chance of being selected either first or second overall pick. Speaking to the Road Trippin podcast, Kendrick […] The post Kendrick Perkins sees Kobe-like potential in Darryn Peterson appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Shumpert questions Reaves extension amid defensive concerns
The Los Angeles Lakers assured star guard Austin Reaves to stay after hearing speculations in negotiations with the Brooklyn Nets ahead of the 2026-27 season. The 28-year-old is set to sign a four-year extension worth $185 million with the Lakers, which makes the biggest amount for an undrafted player. Meanwhile, Iman Shumpert questioned Reaves’ extension […] The post Shumpert questions Reaves extension amid defensive concerns appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Pistons trade Isaiah Stewart to Memphis
The Pistons and Grizzlies have agreed to a trade that sends Isaiah Stewart to Memphis in exchange for three second-round picks. Detroit had been exploring the market for Stewart throughout June and used the deal to create additional financial flexibility as the front office continues searching for more offensive firepower around Cade Cunningham. The Pistons […] The post Pistons trade Isaiah Stewart to Memphis appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Xavier Tillman signs deal with Turkish club
Veteran big man Xavier Tillman Sr. is continuing his career overseas after signing with Turkish club Trabzonspor. The 27-year-old spent the 2025/26 season with the Celtics and Hornets after beginning his NBA career in Memphis. Originally selected with the 35th pick in the 2020 NBA Draft, Tillman played a regular role for the Grizzlies before […] The post Xavier Tillman signs deal with Turkish club appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
LeBron James-for-Jarrett Allen trade idea gains traction
The Lakers could have interest in a potential sign-and-trade involving LeBron James if it allowed them to acquire Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen, according to Brian Windhorst. Los Angeles has been searching for a long-term center to pair with Luka Doncic since acquiring the superstar guard, and Allen is viewed as an ideal fit because of […] The post LeBron James-for-Jarrett Allen trade idea gains traction appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Tim Connelly shuts down Anthony Edwards speculation
Timberwolves president Tim Connelly dismissed recent speculation about Anthony Edwards’ long-term future, emphasizing that the franchise star remains fully committed to Minnesota. Connelly said he speaks regularly with Edwards and recently spent several hours with him discussing both the roster and the team’s future direction. The executive made it clear that the organization views Edwards […] The post Tim Connelly shuts down Anthony Edwards speculation appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kingston Flemings: My adaptability will separate me from the other rookie guards
Here’s Atlanta Hawks 2026 No. 8 pick Kingston Flemings on what makes him different from other guards in the draft. (via atlhawksfans): “I think winning. I think being able to touch the paint. And I think adaptability. I mean, also my defense. I think any team I play on, I can adapt on it. Whether […] The post Kingston Flemings: My adaptability will separate me from the other rookie guards appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Christian Anderson Jr. on 2026 draft class: I’m the best shooter/pick-and-roll player
Charlotte Hornets 2026 No. 18 pick Christian Anderson Jr. isn’t worried about being doubted by critics in the NBA. (via Charlotte Hornets): “I’ve always been doubted and I’ve always been that so-called underdog, and I’ve always performed every single where I went. But they’re getting, in my opinion, the best shooter in the draft, the […] The post Christian Anderson Jr. on 2026 draft class: I’m the best shooter/pick-and-roll player appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Celtics eye Evan Mobley in Jaylen Brown talks
The Boston Celtics could have a major decision ahead after missing out on the Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes, with Jaylen Brown’s future becoming a league-wide storyline. According to Chris Mannix, the name he repeatedly heard connected to a potential Brown trade was Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley. “The name and the team that came back to […] The post Celtics eye Evan Mobley in Jaylen Brown talks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Giannis called Bucks teammates “selfish” amid locker room tension
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s reported description of Bucks teammates as “selfish” landed as another sharp sign of how far Milwaukee’s 2025-26 season drifted from its standards. Jim Owczarski wrote on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel that Antetokounmpo bristled at locker room leaks and pressed for accountability, but the comments also reflected a team that finished 32-50 and 11th in […] The post Giannis called Bucks teammates “selfish” amid locker room tension appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Knicks stockpile assets after first-round trade
The Knicks were highly active on draft night, making a series of trades that ultimately moved them out of the first round while significantly increasing their collection of future draft assets, according to Shams Charania. New York first traded the No. 25 pick, Sergio De Larrea, to the Mavericks in exchange for No. 30 pick […] The post Knicks stockpile assets after first-round trade appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
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