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• Jonas Valanciunas stepping away from NBA, will play next season in Lithuania

  15-07-2026 22:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A year ago, there were reports that Jonas Valanciunas wanted to negotiate a buyout with Denver so he could sign with Greek side Panathinaikos, except that the Nuggets didn't want to let their primary backup to Nikola Jokic walk.A few weeks ago, the Nuggets bought out Valanciunas, and that has opened the door for the veteran big man to head home and play for Lithuanian side Zalgiris Kaunas, the team announced. There had been conflicting reports in the last 48 hours about whether he had signed the
  
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• Joey, Jesse Buss looking into NBA Europe ownership, per report

  16-07-2026 02:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The youngest sons of the late Dr. Jerry Buss could soon be branching out into sports ownership of their own.According to a report from The Athletic, Joey and Jesse Buss are pursuing ownership of a team in NBA Europe through Buss Sports Capital, their business venture launched a year ago after they were both fired from their positions in the Los Angeles Lakers front office following the $10 billion purchase of the team by Mark Walter.Per the report, the group has submitted multiple ownership bids
  
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• Celtics' Jayson Tatum gets 'transparent' about Jaylen Brown trade: 'It's weird'

  16-07-2026 02:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  For the first time in his NBA career, Jayson Tatum will no longer be playing alongside Jaylen Brown after the Boston Celticstraded the 2024 NBA Finals MVP to the Philadelphia 76ers.Tatum was candid when asked about what it was like to remain in Boston without his longtime running mate at the 2026 ESPY Awards."If I'm being transparent, it's weird," Tatum said. "I've been on the Celtics for nine years and he was my teammate every single one of those.""It's weird."Jayson Tatum describes how it feel
  
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• Cavs beat Pelicans 82-77 behind Malaki Branham’s 22 points

  16-07-2026 01:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 15: Malaki Branham #38 of the Cleveland Cavaliers shoots the ball during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans on July 15, 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 Imag
  
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• An update on former Villanova standouts in the NBA Summer League

  16-07-2026 01:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mar 20, 2026; San Diego, CA, USA; Villanova Wildcats forward Duke Brennan (24) dunks against Utah State Aggies guard Mason Falslev (12) in the second half during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Viejas Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images The NBA Summer League is in full swing in Las Vegas.The rookies that were drafted just a few weeks ago have stolen the show but teams have others on the team looking to catch on. This includes seven for
  
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• Jayden Quaintance undergoes successful knee surgery

  16-07-2026 00:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 05: Jayden Quaintance #22 of the San Antonio Spurs looks on during the first half of their 2026 California Classic Summer League game at Chase Center on July 05, 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 Thien-An Truong/Getty Images) | Getty Images It was quickly revealed a
  
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• Knicks' Jalen Brunson talks wrist injury and when during the playoffs it happened

  16-07-2026 00:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  What the Knicks and Jalen Brunson did en route to the organization's first NBA championship in 53 years was astounding, and it was made more spectacular after it was revealed that the Knicks point guard was playing a portion of the playoffs with an injury that required surgery.Now, we know when Brunson was injured.Speaking with ESPN Radio's Don, Hahn & Rosenberg on Wednesday, Brunson was asked about the injury. The Knicks captain couldn't pinpoint when he got hurt exactly, but knew he w
  
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• Pistons vs. Suns: Does shot selection matter in Summer League

  15-07-2026 23:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 13: Ebuka Okorie #23 of the Detroit Pistons drives to the basket during the game against the New York Knicks on July 13, 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 Candice Ward/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Ebu
  
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• Philon struggles as Summer Sixers’ comeback falls short vs. Magic

  15-07-2026 23:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 15: Labaron Philon #00 of the Philadelphia 76ers drives to the basket during the game against the Orlando Magic on July 15, 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 Tom O'Connor/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via G
  
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• Game Thread: Suns vs. Pistons

  15-07-2026 23:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 13: Darius Brown II #45 of the Phoenix Suns dribbles the ball during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks on July 13, 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 Stephen Greathouse/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images
  
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• Joey, Jesse Buss reportedly interested in NBA Europe ownership, stake in Padres

  15-07-2026 23:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Joey (left) and Jesse Buss (right) are considering multiple pro sports ownership opportunities, according to a July 15 report from The Athletic. (Jay L. Clendenin / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)Jay L. Clendenin via Getty ImagesJoey and Jesse Buss, the youngest sons of former Los Angeles Lakers owner Dr. Jerry Buss, have placed multiple bids for NBA Europe ownership through their new business venture, Buss Sports Capital, and are also interested in an ownership stake in Major League Basebal
  
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• Boston Celtics (2-1) at Sacramento Kings (1-2) Las Vegas SL Game #4 7/15/26

  15-07-2026 23:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 14: Darius Acuff Jr. #5 of the Sacramento Kings shoots a free throw during the game against the Brooklyn Nets on July 14, 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 v
  
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• Boston Celtics Daily Links 7/15/26

  15-07-2026 22:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PA - APRIL 24: The sneakers worn by Paul George #8 of the Philadelphia 76ers during the game against the Boston Celtics during Round One Game Three of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 24, 2026 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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
  
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• The problem with the NBA's second apron

  15-07-2026 22:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The NBA's second apron has to go.It won't, though, because the league likes what it does.The second apron, set at $221,686,000 for the 2026-27 season, effectively works as a hard salary cap. Exceed that figure, and team-building essentially becomes impossible, because the restrictions are so severe on a franchise's ability to operate in the draft, free agency and trade markets — all the ways in which an organization can improve its roster.It has become the talking point in the NBA, as tank
  
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• Merry born day, OG Anunoby! Eight facts you didn’t know about the Knicks great #8

  15-07-2026 22:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jun 28, 2026; New York City, New York, USA; New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby throws out the first pitch before the game between the New York Mets and the Philadelphia Phillies at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images | John Jones-Imagn Images On Friday, the hand heard ‘round the five boroughs and the larger body it belongs to turn 29 years old. In a stunning bit of coincidence, I offer thee a list of reasons to love OG Anunoby even more than you probably already do if you
  
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• Warriors Reacts Survey: How do you feel about LeBron James?

  15-07-2026 21:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 25: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers shakes hands with Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors after the Lakers defeated the Warriors 118-108 at Chase Center on January 25, 2025 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) | G
  
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• The Summer League Lakers are an exciting watch behind Adou Thiero, Cameron Carr

  15-07-2026 21:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN FRANCISCO, CA - JULY 5: Adou Thiero #1, Anton Watson #41, and Cameron Carr #43 of the Los Angeles Lakers speak after the California Classic Game on July 5, 2026 at Chase Center 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 Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via
  
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• Warriors GM fuels LeBron James rumors with latest roster update

  15-07-2026 21:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Mike DunleavyMike Dunleavy Jr. may have offered the latest clue in the LeBron James free agency mystery — or simply confirmed the Warriors are already prepared to move on without him.Speaking during Golden State’s summer league game, the Warriors general manager said the franchise is nearing the end of its offseason work.Mike Dunleavy says the Warriors are close to finalizing their roster, fueling fresh speculation about LeBron James. Lea Suzuki/San Franc
  
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• Sixers-Magic, Summer League: Game Discussion Thread

  15-07-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 11: Johni Broome #22 of the Philadelphia 76ers dribbles the ball during the game against the Indiana Pacers on July 11, 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 Mike Kirschbaum/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images G
  
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• NBA Power Rankings, offseason edition: Who has gained on the Knicks, Spurs?

  15-07-2026 21:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS — Free agency is not over and some potential difference makers are still out there — hello, LeBron James — but we've seen enough to do our NBA Power Rankings for the summer. If I were doing this in tiers, right now the top four would be true title contenders, and four through 10 would be the second circle, "if everything goes right" tier that could be contenders, but for now let's just rank the teams.1. New York KnicksLast season 53-29
  The defending champions have spe
  
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• Caleb Wilson’s shocking summer league + updates in Kawhi Leonard-Aspiration saga

  15-07-2026 21:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Subscribe to The Big NumberApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeIt’s a summer league edition of the Big Number! Caleb Wilson shocked the NBA world with his 3-point prowess - what does this mean for his stock in the 2026 Draft?The duo then discuss the other top picks’ performances in the draft. Will AJ Dybantsa be known as a foul baiter? Can Darryn Peterson pass at an NBA level?Then, new details emerge concerning the Kawhi Leonard-Aspiration saga.01:15 Wilson 3 PT Made18:45 AJ Dybantsa g
  
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• Caleb Wilson's shocking summer league + updates in Kawhi Leonard-Aspiration saga

  15-07-2026 21:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Subscribe to The Big NumberApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeIt's a summer league edition of the Big Number! Caleb Wilson shocked the NBA world with his 3-point prowess - what does this mean for his stock in the 2026 Draft?The duo then discuss the other top picks' performances in the draft. Will AJ Dybantsa be known as a foul baiter? Can Darryn Peterson pass at an NBA level?Then, new details emerge concerning the Kawhi Leonard-Aspiration saga.01:15 Wilson 3 PT Made18:45 AJ Dybantsa gets to the F
  
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• Former Spurs assistant coach has curious explanation for NBA Finals loss to Knicks

  15-07-2026 20:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Knicks win the NBA FinalsThe Spurs lost the NBA Finals in five games, and according to Sean Sweeney, the top reasons for that had nothing to do with the title-winning Knicks.Sweeney, San Antonio’s former top assistant coach and now head coach of the Orlando Magic, offered his take on why his squad is just the runner-up.“I think a few things,” he said on and episode “The Ryen Russillo Show” that dropped Monday. “One, I think there’s a little attrition hav
  
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• Three way too early questions about the 2026-27 Spurs

  15-07-2026 20:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO, TX - MARCH 12: De'Aaron Fox #4 of the San Antonio Spurs and Dylan Harper #2 of the San Antonio Spurs looks on during the game against the Denver Nuggets on March 12, 2026 at the 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 (Photos by Michael Gonzales/NB
  
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• The LeBron James suitors are just as confused as the rest of us

  15-07-2026 20:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 11: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers speaks to the media during a press conference after the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game Four of the Second Round of the NBA Western Conference Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena on May 11, 2026 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. (P
  
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• Game Preview: Summer Suns vs. Summer Pistons

  15-07-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 12: Khaman Maluach #10 of the Phoenix Suns grabs a rebound during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans on July 12, 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 Mike Kirschbaum/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images W
  
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• Observations after Sixers' huge comeback falls short in summer league defeat to Magic

  15-07-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Observations after Sixers' huge comeback falls short in summer league defeat to Magic  originally appeared on NBC Sports PhiladelphiaThe Sixers gave the Magic a comeback scare but fell to a second consecutive summer league loss Wednesday in Las Vegas. Orlando earned a 99-92 win to move to 3-1 in Vegas. The Sixers dipped to 2-2. Amani Lyles scored 18 points and grabbed six rebounds for the Sixers. Duke Miles added 15 points on 6-for-9 shooting and three assists. Labaron Philon Jr. had 1
  
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• How and when will LeBron James announce his next team? NBA superstar to record live podcast this week

  15-07-2026 19:00 via cbssports.com
  
  James, who has yet to announce his next team, will be live on stage Thursday to record an episode of his 'Mind the Game' podcast
  
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• Cavs vs. Pelicans Summer League: Preview, how to watch, odds, and game thread

  15-07-2026 19:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 14: Meleek Thomas #15 of the Cleveland Cavaliers poses for a portrait during the 2026 NBA Rookie Photo Shoot at UNLV on July 14, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images) | Getty Images Meleek Thomas has been one of the best stories of Summer League. The Cleveland Cavaliers‘ recent second-round pick has been lighting up the scoreboard through three exhibition games. His 28.3 points per game lead all Summer League participants. The impressive
  
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• Lakers have surprising plans for Bronny James after LeBron’s exit

  15-07-2026 18:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bronny JamesLeBron James is leaving the Lakers, but the organization does not appear ready to send Bronny James out the door with him.The team does not view the father and son as an inseparable package now that their historic run together is over in Los Angeles, according to The Athletic. LeBron’s departure after eight years has not changed how the franchise evaluates Bronny or its investment in his development.Bronny James is expected to remain with the Lakers after LeBron’s exit as
  
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