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• ‘Experienced’ Julius Randle welcoming leadership role with young Nets team

  11-07-2026 05:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Julius Randle drives to the basket during the Timberwolves' November 2025 game.LAS VEGAS — Julius Randle sees the similarity between joining these rebuilding Nets and when he first helped guide the Knicks from the lottery to the playoffs.But this time he says he’s a better leader. And a better player. And better equipped to help this young team make that climb.“There’s definitely similarities for sure,” said Randle, 31. “Each [situation] is different. It has i
  
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• NBPA airs grievances about second apron same day Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama reportedly makes contract sacrifice

  11-07-2026 22:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama inked a five-year extension reportedly worth $252 million that hit the proverbial newsstands on Friday hours after he hinted at a hometown discount with a brief social media post that reads, “Spurs family, I’m here to stay. Whatever it takes.”The same day the 22-year-old French wunderkind made a contract sacrifice — reportedly opting for a 25% maximum instead of the 30% supermax, thereby giving San Antonio more salary cap flex
  
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• NBPA airs grievances about second apron on same day Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama reportedly makes contract sacrifice

  11-07-2026 22:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama inked a five-year extension reportedly worth $252 million on Friday, hours after he hinted at a hometown discount with a brief social media post that read, "Spurs family, I'm here to stay. Whatever it takes."The same day the 22-year-old French wunderkind made a contract sacrifice — reportedly opting for a 25% maximum instead of the 30% supermax, thereby giving San Antonio more salary-cap flexibility to refine its championship-contending roster
  
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• Winners and Losers from NBA Free Agency

  11-07-2026 21:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NBA free agency is not over — LeBron James is still out there and taking his time with a decision. After that domino falls, a couple of others can as well, such as James Harden re-signing with the Cavaliers. Then there are restricted free agents Jalen Duren and Peyton Watson, still trying to squeeze every dollar out of their next deals.That said, we have seen enough to declare winners and losers — and teams that are a little of both. Let's break it down.Winner: Philadelphia 76ersWhen
  
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• Raptors vs. Rockets: Leaving no room for error against Houston

  11-07-2026 21:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 10: Jaden Bradley #8 of the Toronto Raptors handles the ball during the game against the Boston Celtics on July 10, 2026 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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 Stephen Greathouse/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Get
  
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• Veteran guard Victor Oladipo to hold Pro Day in hopes of NBA return

  11-07-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Veteran guard Victor Oladipo announced on social media Saturday he will be hosting a Pro Day in Las Vegas on Tuesday. Oladipo is hoping for a return to the NBA, where he hasn't played since the 2022-2023 season. He last played in the league for the Miami Heat, appearing in 42 games that year before suffering a season-ending knee injury. Oladipo released a statement along with the announcement. "The workout is open to NBA front office executives, scouts, coaches, league personnel, and officials i
  
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• Koa Peat made his first Suns impression hard to ignore

  11-07-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 10: Koa Peat #18 of the Phoenix Suns plays defense during the game against the Portland Trail Blazers on July 10, 2026 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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 Choi/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images
  
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• Tyler Herro said he expected to be traded this offseason, happy it's Milwaukee

  11-07-2026 19:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS — Tyler Herro has made headlines over the past 24 hours in Las Vegas, but not in the way he or his new team wanted. Herro got into a physical altercation with former Miami Heat teammate Bam Adebayo at a hotel on the Strip, in part due to social media comments disparaging Adebayo that were linked to a secondary Herro social media account.Before all that drama became public, Herro — in Vegas in part because his AAU team is here competing in a tournament — spoke with rep
  
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• Cavs vs. Pistons Summer League: Preview, how to watch, odds, and game thread

  11-07-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 10: Meleek Thomas #15 of the Cleveland Cavaliers high fives teammate during the game against the Indiana Pacers on July 10, 2026 at the Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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 David Becker/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images
  
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• Fifteen thoughts on the Celtics’ Summer League opener

  11-07-2026 17:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Amari Williams and Nate Bittle rise up to try and secure the opening tip. | NBAE via Getty Images That was quite a start to Summer League, huh?The Celtics outlasted the Raptors, 83-80, in an overtime thriller Friday night in Las Vegas. Amari Williams led the way with an emphatic 23 points and 13 rebounds. John Tonje contributed 20 on five 3-pointers, and Hugo González was far from efficient, but provided 17 points, 10 rebounds and 8 assists in 37 minutes.Rookie Chris Cenac Jr. (14 points,
  
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• SB Nation Reacts: Promotion P

  11-07-2026 17:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MA - FEBRUARY 1: Payton Pritchard #11 and Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics high five during the game against the Milwaukee Bucksduring the 2026 NBA Pioneers Classic on February 1, 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 Jesse D. Garrab
  
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• Bucks reach agreement with local network to broadcast games over-the-air

  11-07-2026 17:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  May 6, 2026; Milwaukee, WI, USA; A young Milwaukee Bucks fan enjoys a press conference introducing new head coach Taylor Jenkins (not pictured) at the Milwaukee Art Museum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images | Benny Sieu-Imagn Images Yesterday, the Milwaukee Bucks announced that, for the first time since 1994, they will broadcast all 82 games and the final three Summer League games free over the air on MY24 and statewide affiliates, in partnership with Rincon Broadcasting Group.Milwaukee-
  
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• Heat eyeing Klay Thompson with Mavericks looking to move on from four-time champion

  11-07-2026 16:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Klay ThompsonThe Heat are in the market for another big name.After two disappointing seasons in Dallas, Klay Thompson could get one more shot to play for a contender.The Mavericks are reportedly interested in parting ways with the 36-year-old — via trade or buyout, according to NBA insider Marc Stein — and the Heat reportedly have interest in seeing Thompson “shake free,” allowing them to add one of the league’s all-time shooters to a frontcourt-heavy, win-now
  
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• Brick by brick: 10 Takeaways from the Celtics’ Summer League opener

  11-07-2026 16:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 10: Hugo González #28 of the Boston Celtics drives to the basket during the game against the Toronto Raptors on July 10, 2026 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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 Stephen Greathouse/NBAE via Getty Images) |
  
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• Why Mohamed Diawara could be the Knicks' X-factor next season

  11-07-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Knicks front office has been busy retaining its championship mettle this offseason. Within the last week, Landry Shamet, Jordan Clarkson and Jose Alvarado returned on team-friendly deals, and New York picked up Andre Drummond to replace the Boston-bound Mitchell Robinson. But the move that may outshine them all in the short and long term was re-signing Mohamed Diawara to a four-year, $11.2 million deal. The 21-year-old forward averaged just 3.6 points in his rookie season, but his
  
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• Mid-Major Mid-Major Madness Reacts Survey Results: Allen Graves and Izaiyah Nelson to find similar summer league success

  11-07-2026 15:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Allen Graves and Izaiyah Nelson | Photos from Getty Images Just two players were selected directly from mid-major programs in the 2026 NBA Draft. Santa Clara’s Allen Graves was the No. 19 pick to the Toronto Raptors, and the draft rights of South Florida’s Izaiyah Nelson, the No. 51 pick, were traded to Orlando.However, according to the Mid-Major Reacts survey, despite Graves being a top-20 pick and Nelson being one of the final 10 selections, the two will be equally impactful in the
  
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• NBA Summer League takeaways: Caleb Wilson, Yaxel Lendeborg shine; Keaton Wagler struggles

  11-07-2026 15:55 via cbssports.com
  
  The first two days of the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas are in the books
  
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• Saturday Posted & Toasted Notes: Cultural punches, aliens copying Jalen, sensei Randle

  11-07-2026 15:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SINGAPORE, Jan. 21, 2020 -- A dumbo rat is seen with the Chinese character "Fu", which means good fortune, during an event to welcome the Year of the Rat in Singapore Zoo of the Wildlife Reserves Singapore on Jan. 21, 2020. (Photo by Then Chih Wey/Xinhua via Getty) (Xinhua/ via Getty Images) | Xinhua News Agency/Getty Images Less than a month after playing a competitive game, the Knicks were back on a court doing some goofy play. Here are some links and notes before New York gets back to it agai
  
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• NBA Summer League Predictions & Parlay for Today, July 11: Spurs Take Care of Knicks

  11-07-2026 15:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Want to get more Covers content? Add us as a preferred source on your Google account here.NBA Summer League picks for Saturday, July 11 feature a rematch of the 2026 NBA Finals, and I’m taking the San Antonio Spurs to get the win over the New York Knicks.I’m also backing a couple of underdogs today, as I see value in both the Indiana Pacers and Los Angeles Lakers to win on Saturday.NBA Summer League predictions for July 11PickSpurs moneyline -133 Pacers moneyline +122 Laker
  
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• Summer League Preview: Timberwolves vs. Nuggets

  11-07-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 9: Joan Beringer #19 of the Minnesota Timberwolves looks on during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans during the 2026 NBA Las Vegas Summer League on July 9, 2026 at the Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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 David Becker/NBAE vi
  
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• LeBron James or not, the Sixers have given fans reason to hope again

  11-07-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LOS ANGELES, CA - DECEMBER 25: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers and Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics looks on during the game on December 25, 2023 at Crypto.Com Arena in Los Angeles, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)
  
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• Where Will LeBron James Sign? Decoding Every Clue in NBA Free Agency Sweepstakes

  11-07-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Want to get more Covers content? Add us as a preferred source on your Google account here.LeBron James is an unrestricted free agent for the fourth time in his career - and much like the first three times, his latest dalliance in NBA free agency has once again activated an army of internet sleuths ready to crack the code on his next team.After closing the door on his eight-year run with the Los Angeles Lakers, the latest LeBron James next team odds have the Cleveland Cavaliers and Miami Hea
  
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• The Suns’ young core made the second half worth the wait

  11-07-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 10: Khaman Maluach #10 of the Phoenix Suns dunks the ball during the game against the Portland Trail Blazers on July 10, 2026 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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 Stephen Greathouse/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE vi
  
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• Optimism Justified, Dopamine Delayed

  11-07-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jun 29, 2026; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Maverick Cooper Flagg listens during an introductory press conference for new head coach Dusty May at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images | Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images The six-team trade is official, and Dallas quietly attacked its biggest weakness without touching its young core or its largest trade exception.Santi Aldama is a Maverick. Marcus Sasser is a Maverick. Tarik Biberovic, the Turkish league sharpshooter
  
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• Open Thread: Happy birthday to Jayden Quaintance

  11-07-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  San Antonio TX, - June 25, 2026: Jayden Quaintance of the San Antonio Spurs Talks to the media during the San Antonio Spurs Rookie Press Conference on June 25, 2026 at Victory Capital Practice Center, 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 2026 NBAE (Photos by Michael Gonzales/NBAE via Getty Images) | N
  
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• Pope discusses importance of “developmental minutes” during regular season

  11-07-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mark Pope has drawn some criticism from fans in his first two seasons in Lexington regarding his substitution patterns. Fans have (understandably) been frustrated with the deep bench Pope deploys throughout the season, as opposed to tightening the rotation and keeping his top players in the game longer. Pope was asked about his substitution strategy during an appearance on Kentucky Sports Radio this past week, emphasizing player development over the course of the season. Pope said there are seve
  
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• Rich Paul says that Anthony Davis will play for the Wizards

  11-07-2026 12:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - FEBRUARY 15: Rich Paul and Anthony Davis attend the Klutch Sports Group All-Star Dinner presented by PATRÓN Tequila at Swift & Sons on February 15, 2020 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Daniel Boczarski/Getty Images for PATRÓN Tequila) | Getty Images for PATRÓN Tequila The Washington Wizards’ summer of 2026 has centered around AJ Dybantsa’s professional debut in the Summer League. And so far, Deandre Ayton is coming to Washington, Khris Mid
  
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• Should Mavericks re-sign Brandon Williams in free agency?

  11-07-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  DALLAS, TX - APRIL 5: Brandon Williams #10 of the Dallas Mavericks handles the ball during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers on April 5, 2026 at American Airlines Center in Dallas, 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 2026 NBAE (Photo by Glenn James/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images
  
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• Wembanyama signs long-term deal with Spurs

  11-07-2026 10:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  Wembanyama helped France win silver at the 2024 Olympics [Getty Images]NBA star Victor Wembanyama has signed a long-term deal with the San Antonio Spurs.The 7ft 4in France centre's deal, according to ESPN, is for five years and worth $252m (£188m), which is the NBA's maximum for a rookie scale player extension.The 22-year-old reportedly has an option in the fifth season and could have opted for clauses to make the deal worth more but did not do so to give the Spurs more financial flexibili
  
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• Knicks Bulletin: ‘Hey, listen, they got roles in the league, man’

  11-07-2026 10:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 10: Pacome Dadiet #4 of the New York Knicks drives to the basket during the game against the Brooklyn Nets during the 2026 NBA Las Vegas Summer League on July 10, 2026 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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 Candice W
  
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