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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 .
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 .
NBA Notes: Lakers, Jonathan Kuminga, Heat, Klay Thompson, Jazz
Lakers The Cavaliers’ acquisition of Peyton Watson may have removed one significant Lakers competitor from the Jonathan Kuminga sweepstakes. Cleveland had been among the teams linked to Kuminga before landing Watson in Wednesday’s five-team trade with the Nuggets, Clippers, Wizards and Hornets. Watson agreed to a four-year, $88 million contract with the Cavs, seemingly ending […] The post NBA Notes: Lakers, Jonathan Kuminga, Heat, Klay Thompson, Jazz appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Kings, Cameron Payne, Jae Crowder, Thunder, lineup
Kings The Kings are taking a look at some familiar names as they consider how to fill out their roster. Sacramento will begin a series of veteran workouts Thursday, with Cameron Payne among the first players coming through the door, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line and Bleacher Report. Payne, 32, appeared in […] The post NBA Notes: Kings, Cameron Payne, Jae Crowder, Thunder, lineup appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Trade Notes: Cavs, Peyton Watson, Nuggets, Clippers, Max Strus, Wizards
The Cavaliers’ acquisition of Peyton Watson wound up becoming considerably larger than originally expected. What began as a sign-and-trade between Cleveland and Denver ultimately expanded into a five-team transaction involving the Clippers, Wizards and Hornets. The previously agreed-upon Dennis Schröder trade between Cleveland and Charlotte was folded into the deal. Cleveland lands Watson on a […] The post NBA Trade Notes: Cavs, Peyton Watson, Nuggets, Clippers, Max Strus, Wizards appeared f...
Tristan Thompson joins Dubai Basketball as global ambassador
Tristan Thompson has a new job in basketball. It just won’t involve setting screens or crashing the offensive glass. Dubai Basketball announced Thursday that the longtime Cavaliers big man has joined the EuroLeague organization as a global ambassador, a role that will have Thompson helping expand the club’s international profile and establish Dubai as a […] The post Tristan Thompson joins Dubai Basketball as global ambassador appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Cavs, James Harden agree to three-year guaranteed deal
To no one’s surprise, James Harden is staying in Cleveland. Harden has agreed to a new three-year, $97 million contract with the Cavaliers, agents Mike Silverman, Troy Payne and Brandon Grier of Equity Sports told ESPN’s Shams Charania. The deal includes a player option for 2028-29 and a trade kicker. Per Hoops Wire sources, the […] The post Cavs, James Harden agree to three-year guaranteed deal appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Peyton Watson gives Cavs the wing they’ve been looking for
There was a reason the Cavaliers kept coming back to Peyton Watson. They needed a wing with size. They needed athleticism. They needed another defender. They needed someone who could make shots without needing the ball all night. Most of all, they needed someone they could look at and say, that’s our guy at that […] The post Peyton Watson gives Cavs the wing they’ve been looking for appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Max Strus will be missed, even if Cavs made the right trade
There are trades you don’t make because you don’t want to lose a player. Then there are trades you make because you have to get better, even though you know you’re going to miss the guy going out the door. For the Cavaliers, Max Strus falls into the second category. On Wednesday, Cleveland agreed to […] The post Max Strus will be missed, even if Cavs made the right trade appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Cavs land Peyton Watson in three-team deal with Nuggets and Clippers
The Cavaliers have their wing. More specifically, the Cavs, Nuggets and Clippers have agreed to a three-team trade that sends Peyton Watson to Cleveland and Max Strus to Los Angeles, as first reported by ESPN and confirmed by Hoops Wire sources. The Nuggets will receive an unprotected 2031 first-round pick from Cleveland and a 2032 […] The post Cavs land Peyton Watson in three-team deal with Nuggets and Clippers appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Blazers, Scoot Henderson, Rockets, Kevin Durant, Bulls
Trail Blazers Could Scoot Henderson eventually become the odd man out in the Trail Blazers’ suddenly crowded backcourt? Jeremy Brener of NBA on SI explored that possibility, noting that Henderson is entering the final season of his rookie contract and can become a restricted free agent next summer. The former No. 3 overall pick averaged […] The post NBA Notes: Blazers, Scoot Henderson, Rockets, Kevin Durant, Bulls appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA officials fear ‘open season’ if Clippers get light punishment in Kawhi Leonard case
Whatever the NBA ultimately decides in its investigation of the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard, the other 29 teams will apparently be paying very close attention. Chris Mannix of Sports Illustrated said on the NBA on NBC YouTube channel that he has heard from multiple high-ranking team officials who believe a light punishment could essentially invite […] The post NBA officials fear ‘open season’ if Clippers get light punishment in Kawhi Leonard case appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Heat, Nick Richards, Raptors, Jakob Poeltl, Wizards
Heat The Heat are taking a look at free agent center Nick Richards, though that doesn’t necessarily mean a signing is coming. Richards has been working out in Miami alongside several Heat players, according to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald. Jackson reports that Miami has considered adding the 28-year-old big man, but no offer […] The post NBA Notes: Heat, Nick Richards, Raptors, Jakob Poeltl, Wizards appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Lakers, Luka Doncic, Hornets, Sion James, Mavericks
Lakers While the Lakers’ ownership situation continues to resemble an episode of Succession, Luka Doncic is taking care of some team business of his own. Doncic is bringing nearly the entire Lakers roster to his native Slovenia for a five-day team-bonding trip, and ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne offered some new details during an appearance on ESPN […] The post NBA Notes: Lakers, Luka Doncic, Hornets, Sion James, Mavericks appeared first on Hoops Wire .
YouTube emerges as favorite for NBA’s massive local streaming package
The NBA’s next major media move could put local broadcasts for nearly the entire league under one digital roof. YouTube remains the favorite to land the NBA’s proposed local streaming hub beginning with the 2027-28 season, according to Tom Friend of Sports Business Journal. The sides are reportedly in advanced discussions, with some industry executives […] The post YouTube emerges as favorite for NBA’s massive local streaming package appeared first on Hoops Wire .
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