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• Guard targets that you (and Masai Ujiri) should know

  30-06-2026 22:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHICAGO, IL - FEBRUARY 19: Anfernee Simons #22 of the Chicago Bulls shoots the ball over Immanuel Quickley #5 of the Toronto Raptors during the second half on February 19, 2026 at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Melissa Tamez/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images With free agency just 4 days away, the Dallas Mavericks still have plenty of work to do, chief among them is acquiring more guard help. But who are some realistic options that the Maveric
  
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• Mitchell Robinson leaves New York for rival Boston with free agent contract

  01-07-2026 20:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  No team leaned harder into the "hack-a-Mitch" strategy to get Mitchell Robinson off the court last season than Joe Mazzulla's Boston Celtics. Robinson always brushed the strategy off, such as during the NBA Finals when the Spurs used it, and he said it was because they saw him as a "threat." He said repeatedly that the strategy was a sign of respect from opponents trying to get him off the court.Boston respected him enough to sign him away from the Knicks.In a move that is a gut-punch to still-c
  
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• With Mitchell Robinson addition, Celtics fill biggest hole -- and weaken Knicks

  01-07-2026 20:17 via cbssports.com
  
  James Dolan wasn't willing to go into the second apron, and the Knicks' rivals plucked the valuable big man from the champs
  
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• LeBron James agent: 12-14 teams interested to start NBA free agency

  01-07-2026 20:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The agent for LeBron James indicated nearly half the teams in the NBA are interested in signing the league's all-time leading scorer and the decision won't be about money. Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul said he spoke with "12 to 14" teams about James after NBA free agency negotiations officially began during an episode of The Ringer's "Game Over" podcast featuring Paul and former ESPN commentator Max Kellerman released on Wednesday, July 1. Paul also confirmed the Golden State Warriors were one of
  
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• Mitchell Robinson agrees to a 3-year, $47.4 million deal with the Celtics, AP source says

  01-07-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Celtics have agreed to a $47.4 million, three-year deal with veteran center Mitchell Robinson, who is fresh off winning an NBA title with the New York Knicks, a person with knowledge of the agreement told The Associated Press on Wednesday.The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the deal cannot be signed until July 6. The deal also includes a third-year player option.The 7-foot Robinson has spent his entire eight-year career with the Knicks sinc
  
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• Walker Kessler trade improves Los Angeles Lakers' title odds

  01-07-2026 19:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Only a day after the Los Angeles Lakers learned that LeBron James wouldn’t be returning as a free agent, Los Angeles acquired center Walker Kessler in a sign-and-trade with the Utah Jazz.Los Angeles gave up two unprotected first-round picks (2013, 2033) and pick swaps in 2028 and 2030 going to Utah. Kessler also agreed to a new contract with the Lakers for four years, worth $130 million.Oddsmakers liked the move for the Lakers.Los Angeles — which as a public team always has odds a bi
  
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• Lakers reload with Walker Kessler, Sandro Mamukelashvili, Collin Sexton and Quentin Grimes

  01-07-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler averaged 14.4 points, 10.8 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 1.8 blocked shots last season, although he only played five games because of a shoulder injury. (Rob Gray / Associated Press)The Lakers secured their starting center of the future in a massive trade with Utah on Wednesday, agreeing to send two first-round picks (2031 and 2033) and two pick swaps (2028 and 2030) to the Jazz in exchange for 24-year-old Walker Kessler, sources not authorized to speak publicly
  
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• Lakers reload with Sandro Mamukelashvili, Walker Kessler, Collin Sexton and Quentin Grimes

  01-07-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Toronto's Sandro Mamukelashvili drives to the basket in front of Washington's Anthony Gill on Feb. 28 in Washington. (Scott Taetsch / Getty Images)The Lakers secured their starting center of the future in a massive trade with Utah on Wednesday, agreeing to send two first-round picks (2031 and 2033) and two pick swaps (2028 and 2030) to the Jazz in exchange for 24-year-old Walker Kessler, sources not authorized to speak publicly on the matter confirmed Wednesday to The Times.Kessler, who was
  
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• Ja Morant, Norman Powell and other offseason moves affecting fantasy basketball in 2026-27

  01-07-2026 19:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Free agency officially began on Tuesday night, but a considerable amount of business had already been completed. Between players agreeing to stay with their original teams during the exclusive negotiating window and some huge trades, this summer's free-agent class may not have the same "star power" we're used to seeing. However, there have still been some notable moves for fantasy basketball managers to pay close attention to as they prepare for draft season. Here's a look at some of those key m
  
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• Lakers NBA odds: Walker Kessler addition gives Los Angeles major post-LeBron James boost

  01-07-2026 19:20 via cbssports.com
  
  The Lakers have filled a LeBron James-sized hole by acquiring 7-footer Walker Kessler, and the Lakers' odds have seriously improved as a result
  
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• Lakers NBA Free Agency Roundup: Walker Kessler trade headlines a busy day in L.A. — Here's what it means for fantasy basketball

  01-07-2026 19:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Lakers made a lot of noise on Wednesday in NBA Free Agency and the trade market, and fantasy basketball managers need to pay attention.The big move was a sign-and-trade for Jazz center Walker Kessler, with Los Angeles sending two unprotected first-round picks and two pick swaps to Utah to land the 24-year-old, who then signed a four-year, $130 million extension to make it official. From a real-life standpoint, the money is fine ($32.5M annually), but the draft capital that came with it was a
  
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• Millions Traded at Prediction Sites on LeBron James' Next Team

  01-07-2026 19:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Want to get more Covers content? Add us as a preferred source on your Google account here.Prediction market customers are taking a strong interest in LeBron James' basketball future. The 41-year-old is mulling his next team options now that NBA teams are allowed to negotiate contracts with free agents.Roughly $27 million in contracts have been traded at leading operators Kalshi and Polymarket on the superstar's next destination.Key TakeawaysTrading volume has spiked since James announced his dep
  
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• Warriors re-sign De’Anthony Melton for 2 years, $11 million

  01-07-2026 19:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 10: De'anthony Melton #8 of the Golden State Warriors dribbles the ball up court against the Sacramento Kings in the first half of an NBA basketball game at Golden 1 Center on April 10, 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 Images T
  
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• In LeBron James free agency, these teams have the most, and least, money to spend

  01-07-2026 18:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Editor's note: Find July 1 live updates from NBA free agency here.As LeBron James enters the free agent market as the most accomplished 41-year-old in NBA history, teams with championship aspirations are no doubt inquiring about his availability as he and agent Rich Paul scope out the lay of the land as teams chase and sign players in order to dethrone the champion New York Knicks.With James, this decision isn't about money; if it were, he would have immediately re-signed with the Los Angeles La
  
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• Lakers trade for center Walker Kessler from Utah, make their big swing with rush of signings

  01-07-2026 18:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Lakers kept pointing to the summer of 2026 as when they would make their big move. It's when they would have the cap space to radically reshape the roster around Luka Doncic and better fit his style of play.They have done exactly that — starting with trading for the center they desperately needed.The Utah Jazz are trading 24-year-old center Walker Kessler to the Lakers for two unprotected first-round picks (2031, 2033) and two first-round pick swaps (2028 and 2030), a story first repor
  
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• Walker Kessler trade grades: Lakers get Luka Dončić some young talent

  01-07-2026 18:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Resolution has been reached in regard to the future of Walker Kessler, the 7-foot-2, 245-pound behemoth with game-changing defensive powers.Kessler is now a Los Angeles Laker, joining Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves, after agreeing to a sign-and-trade with the Utah Jazz worth $130 million over four years.Let’s get down to the nuts and bolts of it.The Los Angeles Lakers: Young center for LukaTo lock in Kessler, the Lakers relinquished a haul of draft picks.Two unprotected first-roun
  
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• Walker Kessler trade grades: Did Lakers give up too much in Jazz deal?

  01-07-2026 18:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Los Angeles Lakers moved on from LeBron James by making the first big splash of NBA free agency. The team filled a void in its starting lineup by acquiring Walker Kessler in a trade with the Utah Jazz that also includes a massive new contract extension for the 24-year-old center.Kessler will join the Lakers through a sign-and-trade agreement, according to multiple reports, in which the Lakers will give the Jazz two future unprotected first-round picks and two first-round picks swaps and sign
  
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• Walker Kessler is going from the Jazz to the Lakers, will get a 4-year deal, AP source says

  01-07-2026 18:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Walker Kessler is being traded by the Utah Jazz to the Los Angeles Lakers, who will have the center under contract for the next four seasons and for a total of about $130 million, a person with knowledge of the agreement said Wednesday.The Jazz are getting two first-round draft picks and two first-round pick swaps out of the deal, according to the person who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the move is a sign-and-trade and has yet to receive the needed league appro
  
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• Sixers free agency tracker: Dean Wade reportedly agrees to 4-year deal; Grimes heads to LA

  01-07-2026 18:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CAMDEN, NJ - JUNE 8: Mike Gansey speaks as the Philadelphia 76ers introduce him as their new President of Basketball Operations on June 8, 2026 at The Penn Medicine Philadelphia 76ers Training Complex in Camden, New Jersey. 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 Mary Kate Ridgway/NBAE via G
  
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• Lakers sign Quentin Grimes to four-year, $60 million deal

  01-07-2026 18:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 04: Quentin Grimes #5 of the Philadelphia 76ers drives around Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks during the third quarter in Game One of the Second Round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on May 04, 2026 in New York City. 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 Al Bello/Getty Im
  
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• Jalen Duren’s market has disappeared

  01-07-2026 18:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CLEVELAND, OHIO - MAY 09: Jalen Duren #0 of the Detroit Pistons waits during the fourth quarter of Game Three of the Second Round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena on May 09, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Pistons 116-109. 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 Jas
  
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• Walker Kessler trade grades: Lakers get C+ in massive, albeit necessary, overpay; Jazz play it perfectly

  01-07-2026 18:31 via cbssports.com
  
  The Lakers have been struggling to find a big to pair with Luka Dončić
  
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• Warriors Reacts Survey: How would you grade the Kristaps Porziņģis extension?

  01-07-2026 18:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SACRAMENTO, CA - APRIL 10: Kristaps Porzingis #7 of the Golden State Warriors looks on during the game against the Sacramento Kings on April 10, 2026 at Golden 1 Center 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 Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Welc
  
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• Raptors fans, say goodbye to Sandro Mamukelashvili

  01-07-2026 18:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jan 18, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Toronto Raptors forward Sandro Mamukelashvili (54) controls the ball against Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton (5) during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images | Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images Mamuuu! Nooo!Shams Charania of ESPN has broken the news that newly minted free agent Sandro Mamukelashvili has officially signed a $52 million dollar deal with the Los Angeles Lakers, locking the centre-forward up
  
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• NBA offseason tracker: Each team's notable signings, trades and draft picks

  01-07-2026 18:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NBA free agency is underway! Trades are flying fast! Keep track of every team’s most notable offseason moves below.East:Atlanta Hawks • Boston Celtics • Brooklyn Nets • Charlotte Hornets • Chicago Bulls • Cleveland Cavaliers • Detroit Pistons • Indiana Pacers • Miami Heat • Milwaukee Bucks • New York Knicks • Orlando Magic • Philadelphia 76ers • Toronto Raptors • Washington WizardsWest:Dallas Mavericks • Denver Nugg
  
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• Sandro Mamukelashvili signs four-year, $52 million deal with Lakers

  01-07-2026 18:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MIAMI, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 15: Sandro Mamukelashvili #54 of the Toronto Raptors reacts against the Miami Heat during the fourth quarter of the game at Kaseya Center on December 15, 2025 in Miami, Florida. 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 Megan Briggs/Getty Images) | Getty Images As the Lakers look to find shooting to put around Luka
  
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• Lakers sign Collin Sexton to two-year, $19 million deal

  01-07-2026 18:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHARLOTTE, NC - NOVEMBER 10: Collin Sexton #8 of the Charlotte Hornets drives to the basket during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers on November 10, 2025 at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. 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 2025 NBAE (Photo by Kent Smith/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE vi
  
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• Report: Quentin Grimes to sign four-year, $60 million dollar deal with Lakers, ending his Sixers tenure

  01-07-2026 18:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MA - APRIL 19: Quentin Grimes #5 of the Philadelphia 76ers during Game One of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on April 19, 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 Winslow Townson/Getty Images) | Getty Images Yeah, that might be a bit rich for ou
  
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• Walker Kessler trade grades for Lakers, Jazz after LA sends massive picks haul to Utah

  01-07-2026 18:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHOENIX, ARIZONA - OCTOBER 31: Walker Kessler #24 of the Utah Jazz handles the ball during the first half of the Emirates NBA Cup game against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center on October 31, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Jazz 118-96. 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 Kelsey Grant/Getty Images) | Getty Im
  
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• Celtics sign Mitchell Robinson to a long-term deal

  01-07-2026 17:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO, TX - JUNE 13: Mitchell Robinson #23 of the New York Knicks looks on before the game against the San Antonio Spurs during Game Five of the 2026 NBA Finals on June 13, 2026 at Frost Bank 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 2026 NBAE(Photo by Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Gett
  
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