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• Ben Humrichous shows out in Nets’ first two Summer League games

  06-07-2026 20:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  In his two-year stint as an Illini, forward Ben Humrichous was particularly impressive at one thing above all: knocking down the triple. View this post on InstagramAnd after upping his physicality last season for Illinois, becoming a weapon on the boards and brick wall on defense, the Brooklyn Nets signed him to an Exhibit-10 contract to give him a chance to show what he can do. His first Summer League game came in a narrow loss to the Sacramento Kings, where he put up six points on 2-for-5 shoo
  
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• Mariska Hargitay? Peyton Manning? Who should get the chance to pitch LeBron James on their team next?

  08-07-2026 19:49 via cbssports.com
  
  Bob Myers got to sell Rich Paul on the 76ers; now it's time to open up the podcast studio
  
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• Ryan Conwell already turning heads in Miami, on and off the court

  08-07-2026 19:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 06: Ryan Conwell #7 of the Miami Heat looks on in the third quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center on July 06, 2026 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images) | Getty Images It’s taken a little under three weeks for former
  
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• Jayson Tatum discusses Boston trading Jaylen Brown: 'It’s tough'

  08-07-2026 19:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  After the Boston Celtics won the title in 2024, you couldn't blame fans — or Jayson Tatum — for envisioning a few more to follow. This was a well built team with two elite perimeter players in the form of Tatum and Jaylen Brown, the Celtics were primed to go after banner 19.Instead, just more than two years later, the roster is barely recognizable from the one that won that ring. The last dagger was Boston’s surprising trade of Brown to division rival Philadelphia for a way-too
  
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• Tar Heels in the NBA: Utah Summer League Recap

  08-07-2026 19:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SALT LAKE CITY, UT - JULY 7: Henri Veesaar #13 of the Atlanta Hawks is pressured by Lawson Lovering # 34 of the Memphis Grizzlies during the second half of their 2026 NBA Salt Lake City Summer League game at the Jon M Huntsman Center on July 7, 2026 in Salt Lake City, Utah. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. ( Photo by Chris Gardner/ Getty Ima
  
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• Lakers reportedly eyeing Jonathan Kuminga for final roster spot

  08-07-2026 17:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Lakers have remade their roster this offseason, adding players they see as better fits around Luka Doncic's style. Los Angeles overpaid but got its center in Walker Kessler (now he just has to stay healthy), re-signed Austin Reaves to be the secondary shot creator next to Doncic, and added a good two-way wing in Quentin Grimes.Los Ángeles has one open roster spot and are considering filling it with wing Jonathan Kuminga, reports Broderick Turner at The Los Angeles Times.Jonathan Kumin
  
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• How the Lakers can create cap space for Jonathan Kuminga or another free agent

  08-07-2026 17:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ATLANTA, GA - APRIL 30: Jonathan Kuminga #0 of the Atlanta Hawks boxes out during the game against the New York Knicks during Round One Game Six of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 30, 2026 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBA
  
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• It might escape notice, but Dean Wade has much to offer

  08-07-2026 17:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CLEVELAND, OH - MAY 15: Dean Wade #32 of the Cleveland Cavaliers is introduced before the game against the Detroit Pistons during Round Two Game Six of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 15, 2026 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Lauren Leigh
  
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• Celtics Summer League roster is out, and 7 players headline it

  08-07-2026 17:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MA - MAY 2: Hugo Gonzalez #28 of the Boston Celtics celebrates during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers during Round One Game Seven of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 2, 2026 at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Get
  
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• LeBron James’ new free agency pursuit is the saddest dating show

  08-07-2026 17:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The most infamous moment in LeBron James’ career remains “The Decision,” in which the then-25-year-old turned picking a new team into an overblown one-hour TV special that will never be repeated. Now, we’re getting the modern equivalent of it — and it’s sad as hell.Rather than just picking a team and moving on, the entire LeBron courtship has turned into fuel for Rich Paul’s podcast, and that fire was given more oxygen on Tuesday when Sixers president Bo
  
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• Bucks Reacts Survey: Does Horst need to cull the guard room?

  08-07-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DETROIT, MI - MAY 17: James Harden #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers plays defense on Caris LeVert #8 of the Detroit Pistons during the game during Round Two Game Seven on May 17, 2026 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Brian Sevald/NBAE via Get
  
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• How to watch NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, featuring AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson and more

  08-07-2026 16:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It feels like the Finals just ended, but you can already watch NBA action with Summer League already in action. Starting Thursday, July 9, the main course will be served with the 2026 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, Nevada, featuring young stars for every team in the league.Read on for all the information you need on how to watch all the hoops from Vegas, including the top selections from the stacked 2026 NBA Draft.2026 NBA Las Vegas Summer League scheduleThe 2026 NBA Las Vegas Summer League beg
  
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• Fantasy Basketball: Players I'm excited to watch at the 2026 Vegas NBA Summer League

  08-07-2026 16:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NBA Summer League is underway in Salt Lake City and the California Classic, but the best basketball is still ahead. Rookies are already making noise, setting the stage for even bigger moments in Vegas. Several second-year players also have a chance to show real growth and earn more minutes — key for their fantasy basketball prospects. This is the perfect window to watch for breakout performances that could translate to larger NBA roles.Note: Cooper Flagg, Kon Knueppel, VJ Edgecombe, Dylan
  
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• NBA Rookie of the Year odds favor Cameron Boozer over Darryn Peterson

  08-07-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SALT LAKE CITY, UT - JULY 4: Darryn Peterson #22 of the Utah Jazz brings the ball up the court against the Atlanta hawks during the first half of of their 2026 NBA Salt Lake City Summer League game at the Jon M Huntsman Center on July 4, 2026 in Salt Lake City, Utah. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. ( Photo by Chris Gardner/ Getty Images) |
  
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• Bob Myers goes on Rich Paul’s show, talks LeBron (duh), Jaylen Brown

  08-07-2026 15:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 24: Rich Paul talks to Bob Myers during game three of the Eastern Conference first round playoffs between the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena on April 24, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Celtics defeated the 76ers 108-100. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mitc
  
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• ‘This might save his career': Charles Barkley says adding Jaylen Brown could re-define Embiid

  08-07-2026 15:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘This might save his career': Charles Barkley says adding Jaylen Brown could re-define Embiid originally appeared on NBC Sports PhiladelphiaThe Sixers needed a miracle to change the course of their franchise, one that hasn’t seen so much as a trip to the conference finals in a quarter-century. With two seemingly immovable contracts, there wasn’t much hope for an off-season that could turn things measurably for the better.One such miracle came to pass last week, when new preside
  
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• Bob Myers: Sixers would give LeBron James ‘best chance to win'

  08-07-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bob Myers: Sixers would give LeBron James ‘best chance to win'  originally appeared on NBC Sports PhiladelphiaIt’s certainly no secret now that the Sixers would be happy to land LeBron James as an enormous final piece of their offseason. Bob Myers, the president of sports for Harris Blitzer Sports and Entertainment, openly discussed James’ free agency on the “Game Over” podcast with Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul and Max Kellerman. Paul had named the Sixers a
  
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• The next Jaylen Brown? Three high-paid NBA players whose contracts could eventually make them trade candidates

  08-07-2026 15:18 via cbssports.com
  
  Brown was traded after the Celtics decided they didn't want to pay two players 70% of the cap, and he might not be the last cap casualty
  
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• NBA Summer League: Ultimate Timberwolves Guide

  08-07-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Minnesota Timberwolves basketball is back!Sure, you won’t be seeing LaMelo (or LeBron) in action. It’s going to be a handful of games from last year and this year’s rookies, but let’s not kid yourself. You’ve been starved for our Wolves basketball. If you’re reading this or are a regular at Canis Hoopus, then you’re surely the demographic for Summer League action.As a prize for clicking here, I pronounce to you:The Ultimate 2026 Wolves Summer League Comp
  
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• How I’m moving on from the Giannis era

  08-07-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MILWAUKEE, WI - JULY 20: The Milwaukee Bucks hold the Larry O'Brien Trophy after winning Game Six of the 2021 NBA Finals on July 20, 2021 at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2021 NBAE (Photo by David Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images). | NBAE via Getty Images In a Ma
  
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• Lionel Messi leads Argentina to incredible World Cup comeback; LeBron James inching closer to decision

  08-07-2026 14:59 via cbssports.com
  
  Plus, the top 25 NFL players under the age of 25
  
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• Jayson Tatum speaks about 'abrupt ending' after Celtics traded away Jaylen Brown: 'It's tough'

  08-07-2026 14:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  For nine seasons, Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown defined the Boston Celtics. The duo epitomized the franchise, leading it into a new era of excellence, one that included an NBA championship.And now, that partnership is no more. Following Brown's surprising trade to the Philadelphia 76ers, both he and Celtics president Brad Stevens have spoken about the deal. That left Tatum who, other than a goodbye on social media, had yet to speak publicly about the trade. That changed Tuesday, when Tatum took
  
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• Egor 2.0 = Demin shows off latest features

  08-07-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 04: Egor Demin #8 of the Brooklyn Nets dribbles the ball against the Sacramento Kings during the first half in the California Classic a NBA Summer League game at Golden 1 Center on July 04, 2026 in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) | Getty Image
  
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• Collin Gillespie is why I’m watching the Suns this season

  08-07-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  I cut my teeth on this league watching Steve Nash. That’s not a comparison I make lightly, and I’ll say up front: this isn’t one. But every generation of watching basketball needs a guy who makes you lean forward for reasons that have nothing to do with size or draft slot or highlight-reel gravity. Nash was mine. This season, heading into the Suns’ 2026-27 campaign, Collin Gillespie is the one doing it again.That’s the whole premise of this piece. Not a preview. Not
  
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• A Celtics fan’s survival guide to optionality

  08-07-2026 13:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Philadelphia, PA - April 30: A Boston Celtics fan sits in the stands by himself before the game. The Boston Celtics played the Philadelphia 76ers in the first round of the NBA Playoffs at Xfinity Mobile Arena on April 30, 2026. (Photo by Danielle Parhizkaran/The Boston Globe via Getty Images) | Boston Globe via Getty Images Celtics fans have been dropped into the wilderness.One minute, Jaylen Brown was one of the defining Celtics of the last decade. The next, he was headed to Philadelphia, Paul
  
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• Open Thread: Spurs sign Tobias Harris

  08-07-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO, TX - JANUARY 23: Tobias Harris #12 of the Philadelphia 76ers dribbles the ball during the game against the San Antonio Spurs on January 23, 2022 at the AT&T Center in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2022 NBAE (Photos by Michael Gonzales/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE
  
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• Amen Thompson is reported to be “near untouchable” for Rockets

  08-07-2026 12:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  With the NBA trade market booming with multiple trades occurring, it’s natural to wonder whether the Rockets would trade any of their young core. Well, it seems we got the answer, as in a Kelly Iko article released in late June, Iko was quoted saying: “Rival teams that have contacted the Rockets recently have been informed that 23-year-old Amen Thompson is the only near untouchable on the roster,” Iko wrote. Houston isn’t actively shopping its All-Stars or other key
  
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• The Jaylen trade has set the Celtics up for Banner 19

  08-07-2026 12:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - JULY 06: Boston Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens departs from a media availability at The Auerbach Center on July 06, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo By Jaiden Tripi/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Boston Celtics traded Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76e
  
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• MM 7.8: Maryland men’s basketball alum Julian Reese to play for Washington Wizards in 2026 NBA Summer League

  08-07-2026 12:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 05: Julian Reese #15 of the Washington Wizards goes to the basket against John Konchar #55 and Brice Sensabaugh #28 of the Utah Jazz during the second half at Capital One Arena on March 5, 2026 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) | Getty Images Coming off an unexpec
  
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• NBA free agency winners and losers: Sixers cash in while Celtics pay price

  08-07-2026 11:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Strange bedfellows in Philadelphia: former Celtics star Jaylen Brown (right) will pair with longtime Sixers big man Joel Embiid.Photograph: Brian Babineau/NBAE/Getty ImagesOnce again, it’s time to pass judgement prematurely. After all, I would have my basketball writer card revoked were I to not evaluate before the dust has fully settled: that’s why they pay me the modestly-sized bucks, I’m told. So, without further ado, the Winners and Losers of week one of 2026 NBA free agenc
  
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