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Top 5 NBA free agents still available as offseason winds down
The NBA free-agent market has thinned considerably, but there are still some recognizable names sitting out there as August winds down. Here’s our look at the five best players still available. 1. Jalen Duren Duren is easily the biggest name of the group, though calling him “available” comes with an asterisk. He’s a restricted free […] The post Top 5 NBA free agents still available as offseason winds down appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Pelicans, Dejounte Murray, Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Pacers
Pelicans Dejounte Murray could have taken the safer route last season. Instead, the Pelicans guard wanted back on the floor. Murray returned from a torn Achilles in February, more than a year after suffering the injury, and appeared in 14 games despite New Orleans sitting near the bottom of the Western Conference. He told Cyro […] The post NBA Notes: Pelicans, Dejounte Murray, Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Pacers appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Pistons, Jalen Duren, Sixers, Tyrese Maxey, Celtics
Pistons Things apparently aren’t getting any friendlier between Jalen Duren and the Pistons. A source described the negotiations as becoming “noxious” to Kurt Helin of NBC Sports, with the sides still far apart on Duren’s next contract. Duren is coming off an All-Star and All-NBA season and reportedly believes he has earned something approaching a […] The post NBA Notes: Pistons, Jalen Duren, Sixers, Tyrese Maxey, Celtics appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Cavs could consider Kevin Love in search for big man
Could Kevin Love be headed back to the Cavaliers? Apparently, it’s at least something to watch. The Cavs are searching for another big man to provide depth behind Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen, and ESPN’s Brian Windhorst mentioned Love as a potential option on The Hoop Collective podcast. “The Cavs are looking for a big […] The post Cavs could consider Kevin Love in search for big man appeared first on Hoops Wire .
2026 NBA Free Agent List
Here is the current list of 2026 NBA free agents, organized by position. This list includes both unrestricted and restricted free agents and is updated regularly. Ages are shown in parentheses. Restricted free agents are noted. 2026 NBA Free Agents Centers Bismack Biyombo (34) Tony Bradley (28) Ulrich Chomche (20) N’Faly Dante (24) Jalen Duren […] The post 2026 NBA Free Agent List appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Anthony Edwards ordered to pay $14,000 per month in child support
Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards has been ordered to pay $14,000 per month in child support for his son, according to TMZ. The ruling involves Alexandria Desroches and their son Amir, who was born in 2023. Per TMZ, the amount was calculated in part using Edwards’ reported monthly income of approximately $4.8 million. Edwards also was […] The post Anthony Edwards ordered to pay $14,000 per month in child support appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Celtics owner admits he needed convincing to trade Jaylen Brown: ‘That was tough’
Celtics owner Bill Chisholm wasn’t exactly pounding the table to trade Jaylen Brown. In fact, Chisholm admitted he needed some convincing before Boston sent the former Finals MVP to the 76ers in the blockbuster deal that brought Paul George and draft picks back to the Celtics. Speaking on WEEI’s Greg Hill Show, Chisholm said his […] The post Celtics owner admits he needed convincing to trade Jaylen Brown: ‘That was tough’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Mavericks GM on Klay Thompson buyout: ‘I don’t want to get into too much of the nitty-gritty’
The Mavericks have moved on from Klay Thompson. Exactly how they got there? New general manager Mike Schmitz isn’t saying much. Schmitz addressed Thompson’s buyout during an appearance on 1310 The Ticket, shortly after Dallas announced the agreement Friday. “I don’t want to get into too much of the nitty-gritty with internal conversations and all […] The post Mavericks GM on Klay Thompson buyout: ‘I don’t want to get into too much of the nitty-gritty’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
VJ Edgecombe on role with star-studded Sixers: ‘I just want to win’
VJ Edgecombe knows things are going to be different in Philadelphia next season. He also doesn’t sound particularly worried about it. The second-year 76ers guard says he’s prepared for whatever role comes his way after the offseason additions of LeBron James and Jaylen Brown. “I just want to win,” Edgecombe said, via Chris Hine of […] The post VJ Edgecombe on role with star-studded Sixers: ‘I just want to win’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Spurs Offseason Primer: Is Dylan Harper ready to start?
The Spurs reached the NBA Finals last season. Apparently, they’re still not done figuring out who should start at point guard. ESPN’s Michael C. Wright reports that De’Aaron Fox is expected to open the season as San Antonio’s starter, but second-year guard Dylan Harper could make that decision considerably more interesting. Harper broke out during […] The post Spurs Offseason Primer: Is Dylan Harper ready to start? appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Warriors, possible targets, Knicks, Sixers, LeBron James
Warriors The Warriors missed out on Klay Thompson and DeMar DeRozan, so now the question is what comes next. Joey Akeley of NBA On SI floated several possibilities for head of basketball operations Mike Dunleavy Jr., including free agent guard Brandon Williams and veteran forward Georges Niang. Williams could make some sense as a younger […] The post NBA Notes: Warriors, possible targets, Knicks, Sixers, LeBron James appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Does Klay Thompson really move the needle for the Heat?
Klay Thompson should help the Heat. But does he actually change what they are? That’s the more interesting question after Thompson reached a buyout agreement with Dallas and emerged as the expected next addition to a Miami roster already headlined by Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo. CBS Sports analyst John Gonzalez isn’t among those who […] The post Does Klay Thompson really move the needle for the Heat? appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Dalano Banton drawing interest from several overseas teams
Dalano Banton‘s next stop could be overseas. The free agent guard is drawing interest from several EuroLeague teams after being waived by the Celtics last month, according to Spanish outlet Encestando, via Rory Maher of Hoops Rumors. Olympiacos in Greece and multiple teams in Spain are among those monitoring Banton, while Besiktas in Turkey also […] The post Dalano Banton drawing interest from several overseas teams appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Rumors: Lakers, Jonathan Kuminga, Heat, Nick Richards, Nuggets
Lakers The Timberwolves are a team to watch for Jonathan Kuminga, according to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, while the Lakers also remain in the picture. Windhorst said Los Angeles still has a potential path to a sign-and-trade built around Jaden Hardy. “There’s still a window there for the Lakers to do a Kuminga sign-and-trade using Jaden […] The post NBA Rumors: Lakers, Jonathan Kuminga, Heat, Nick Richards, Nuggets appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Nuggets could have kept Peyton Watson for much less a year ago
The Nuggets ultimately decided Peyton Watson wasn’t worth $22 million a year. The painful part? They apparently could have had him for considerably less a year earlier. ESPN’s Tim MacMahon said on Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective that Watson was seeking roughly $14 million annually when he was extension-eligible last fall. Denver, according to […] The post Nuggets could have kept Peyton Watson for much less a year ago appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Pistons, Jalen Duren contract talks have gotten ‘awfully nasty’
Things may be getting uncomfortable between Jalen Duren and the Pistons. Actually, according to ESPN’s Tim MacMahon, they already have. Duren remains a restricted free agent with September approaching, and MacMahon said on Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective that negotiations between the young center and Detroit have gotten “awfully nasty.” That certainly doesn’t sound […] The post Pistons, Jalen Duren contract talks have gotten ‘awfully nasty’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Cavs Notes: James Harden, Peyton Watson, Max Strus
James Harden apparently did more than wait around while the Cavaliers figured out their summer. He helped recruit Peyton Watson to Cleveland. According to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst on the Hoops Collective podcast, Harden made his pitch to Watson when the two were together at Fanatics Fest in New York last month. Harden reportedly talked to […] The post Cavs Notes: James Harden, Peyton Watson, Max Strus appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Cavs haven’t decided Cam Whitmore’s fate, could explore trade first
The Cavaliers may ultimately waive Cam Whitmore. They just aren’t there yet. Despite speculation that the Cavs will move on from Whitmore after acquiring him in the five-team Peyton Watson trade, Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com reports that they have not made a final decision on the 22-year-old forward. Waiving Whitmore and stretching his expiring $5.5 […] The post Cavs haven’t decided Cam Whitmore’s fate, could explore trade first appeared first on Hoops Wire .
DeMar DeRozan to sign with Nuggets on one-year deal
The Nuggets lost Peyton Watson this week. They didn’t wait long to add another pretty recognizable name to the roster. Veteran forward DeMar DeRozan plans to sign a one-year, $3.9 million contract with Denver, according to Chris Haynes of NBA on Prime. And apparently the Nuggets’ stars helped close the deal. Haynes reported that Nikola […] The post DeMar DeRozan to sign with Nuggets on one-year deal appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Klay Thompson expected to join Heat after Mavericks buyout
Klay Thompson wanted another chance to chase a championship. It appears he’ll get one in Miami. The Mavericks have reached a buyout agreement with Thompson, the team announced Friday, and the veteran guard is expected to sign with the Heat after clearing waivers, according to multiple reports. Miami has targeted Thompson throughout the offseason, viewing […] The post Klay Thompson expected to join Heat after Mavericks buyout appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Clippers, Darius Garland, Blazers, Jazz, Ace Bailey
Clippers Clippers point guard Darius Garland says he’s finally healthy again after a toe injury wrecked much of last season. Garland told Cyro Asseo of HoopsHype that the injury initially began as a bone bruise after repeatedly stubbing his toe inside his shoe. He attempted to play through it, eventually suffered ligament damage and underwent […] The post NBA Notes: Clippers, Darius Garland, Blazers, Jazz, Ace Bailey appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Court puts extra year of college eligibility on hold, creating uncertainty for NBA hopefuls
College athletes who thought they had been handed another year of eligibility have just received a fairly significant legal reminder: Not so fast. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 10th Circuit on Friday granted the NCAA’s request to stay a preliminary injunction that had provided a fifth season of eligibility to athletes from the […] The post Court puts extra year of college eligibility on hold, creating uncertainty for NBA hopefuls appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Timberwolves changing controlling owners again in $4.5 billion deal
The Timberwolves are undergoing another ownership change, barely a year after Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez finally gained control of the franchise. Marc Stad is purchasing a majority stake in Minnesota from Lore at a $4.5 billion valuation, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. Stad, the founder and managing partner of Dragoneer Investment Group, already […] The post Timberwolves changing controlling owners again in $4.5 billion deal appeared first on Hoops Wire .
2027 NBA Mock Draft
Here’s an early look at the 2027 NBA Draft class. With the 2026-27 season still months away, this board remains fluid, but it offers a solid snapshot of the top prospects based on current projections. Plenty of movement is expected once the college season and international circuits heat up. First Round 1. Washington – Alijah […] The post 2027 NBA Mock Draft appeared first on Hoops Wire .
LeBron James reacts to Cavs’ Peyton Watson trade
LeBron James apparently approves of the Cavaliers’ newest addition. James showed some love to Peyton Watson on Instagram after the Cavaliers acquired the 23-year-old forward from the Nuggets as part of Wednesday’s massive five-team trade. Responding to a post from Watson, James wrote: “Yessir P!! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🔥” Watson responded to James with a message of his […] The post LeBron James reacts to Cavs’ Peyton Watson trade appeared first on Hoops Wire .
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