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• Kawhi Leonard reportedly drawing interest from Mavericks, Raptors in trade discussions with Clippers

  29-06-2026 02:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kawhi Leonard is arguably the biggest prize on the NBA trade market as the free agency period opens on June 30 and deals can officially go through after the league’s moratorium on activity ends on July 6. Leonard, 35, is going into the final year of the three-year extension he signed with the Los Angeles Clippers in January 2024, set to be paid $50.3 million for the upcoming season. But with the Clippers over the salary cap, moving Leonard’s salary could be crucial. Coming off a seas
  
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• Nets decline team option on Ziaire Williams … what’s next?

  29-06-2026 07:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 03: Ziaire Williams #1 of the Brooklyn Nets gestures during the game against the Atlanta Hawks at Barclays Center on April 03, 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 Evan Bernstein/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Brooklyn Nets on Sunday declined their $6.25 million team option on Ziaire
  
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• Danny Ainge Has A Type — Does Darryn Peterson Fit It?

  29-06-2026 06:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SALT LAKE CITY, UT - JUNE 27: Darryn Peterson #22 of the Utah Jazz talks to the media during the Utah Jazz press conference introducing Darryn Peterson at Zions Bank Basketball Center on June 27, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Melissa Majchrzak/NBAE via
  
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• REPORT: ‘Can’t rule out’ Knicks reunion with pending free agent

  29-06-2026 06:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ATLANTA, GEORGIA - DECEMBER 27: Jordan Clarkson #00 reacts with Mitchell Robinson #23 of the New York Knicks during the first quarter against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena on December 27, 2025 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. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images) | Getty Images It’s been a few days of heari
  
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• Everything Spurs fans need to know about free agency

  29-06-2026 06:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 30: Rui Hachimura #28 of the Los Angeles Lakers shoots over Dean Wade #32 of the Cleveland Cavaliers during the third quarter at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on October 30, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Lakers 134-110. 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 Jason Miller/Getty Images) | Getty
  
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• Nets decline Ziaire Williams’ $6.25 million team option despite career year

  29-06-2026 06:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brooklyn Nets forward Ziaire Williams shoots the ball over Atlanta Hawks guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker.The Nets declined their $6.25 million team option for forward Ziaire Williams on Sunday, sources told The Post.While Brooklyn could still end up re-signing Williams, he’ll be an unrestricted free agent after spending the past two seasons with the Nets and is coming off a career year. Ziaire Williams goes up for a shot during the Nets’ April 3 game. Corey Sipkin for the NY PostSince
  
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• Rockets believed to be most likely to sign Marcus Smart in free agency

  29-06-2026 06:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  HOUSTON, TX - MAY 1: Marcus Smart #36 of the Los Angeles Lakers dribbles the ball during the game against the Houston Rockets during Round One Game Six of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 1, 2026 at the Toyota Center in Houston, 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 Jesse D. Garrabrant/
  
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• Nets Daily Off-Season Report – No. 10

  29-06-2026 05:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 23: A detailed view of the watch worn by Mikel Brown Jr. speaks to the media after he is drafted sixth overall by the Brooklyn Nets during Round One of the 2026 NBA Draft at Barclays Center on June 23, 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 Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) | Getty Images So how
  
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• Heat’s top NBA free agency targets after Giannis Antetokounmpo trade

  29-06-2026 05:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Heat are expected to remain busy this offseason.And in reality, they have no choice. The three-time NBA champions made a big swing earlier this week, landing Giannis Antetokounmpo after a year-long pursuit, and now they’re looking to add role players to fill out the rest of their roster in hopes of being title contenders.Multiple reports, including one from Miami Herald reporter Barry Jackson, have tied the Heat to several guard and wing options who are expected to hit free agency begi
  
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• NBA rumors: Warriors interested in signing LeBron James, trading for Anthony Davis to join Stephen Curry

  29-06-2026 05:24 via cbssports.com
  
  Golden State has reportedly been seeking to create one more solid title run for their star future Hall of Famer
  
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• Report: Marvin Bagley and Brandon Williams are drawing interest from other teams

  29-06-2026 04:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  INGLEWOOD, CA - APRIL 7: Marvin Bagley III #35 of the Dallas Mavericks shoots a free throw during the game against the LA Clippers on April 7, 2026 at Intuit Dome 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 2026 NBAE (Photo by Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Th
  
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• REPORT: Charlotte continues to hit the reset button

  29-06-2026 03:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHARLOTTE, NC - MARCH 26: Miles Bridges #0 of the Charlotte Hornets smiles during the game against the New York Knicks on March 26, 2026 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 2026 NBAE (Photo by Adam Hagy/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Just thre
  
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• Warriors pursuing LeBron James and Anthony Davis? Kawhi Leonard on the move? Here's the latest trade chatter

  29-06-2026 03:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Free agency begins this week, and the rumor mill is already ridiculous. Here are five things I’m hearing around the NBA:1. The Warriors want LeBron and ADThere’s a moment in every aging franchise when the studio starts adding famous old faces to the poster and nostalgia starts doing all of the work. That is, apparently, the offseason plan for the Golden State Warriors.The Warriors are attempting to trade for Wizards big Anthony Davis and then sign Lakers free agent forward LeBron Jam
  
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• Blake Hinson, Utah Jazz legend, halts the jersey number carousel

  29-06-2026 02:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 12: Blake Hinson #2 of the Utah Jazz drives to the basket during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers on April 12, 2026 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 2026 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Ima
  
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• Report: Mavericks discussing a trade to bring in Kawhi Leonard

  29-06-2026 02:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  INGLEWOOD, CA - APRIL 15: Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard, #2, walks off the court after their season-ending loss to the Golden State Warriors during an NBA play-in-tournament at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood Wednesday, April 15, 2026. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images) With the 2026 NBA Draft in the rearview, the Dallas Mavericks are shifting focus to free agency and trades to refurbish their roster around Cooper Flagg. A number of sources are now reporting that Dallas has no
  
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• Will Clippers trade Kawhi Leonard? Two teams interested in deal for 7-time All-Star

  29-06-2026 02:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kawhi Leonard remains a name to watch in the hours leading up to the start of the NBA free agency period on June 30.The Toronto Raptors and the Dallas Mavericks appear interested in exploring a trade with the Los Angeles Clippers, if they are willing to move on from Leonard.Leonard has just one year left on his current contract and would make $50.3 million next season. If he does not sign an extension, he will become a free agent in 2027. The 7-time All-Star played in 65 games last season, avera
  
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• Mikal Bridges, NBA Champion

  29-06-2026 02:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS - JUNE 13: Timothée Chalamet celebrates with Mikal Bridges #25 of the New York Knicks after the victory against the San Antonio Spurs in Game Five of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center on June 13, 2026 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. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) | Getty Images
  
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• Kawhi Leonard trade rumors: Raptors and Clippers have held 'real' talks, Mavericks have 'registered interest'

  29-06-2026 01:54 via cbssports.com
  
  Leonard reportedly is only interested in extending with his former teams, but what about his former GM?
  
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• Warriors remain hot on LeBron James but could pursue mystery targets

  29-06-2026 01:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NBA teams can officially start negotiating with free agents beginning at 3 p.m. Tuesday. The Warriors are “expected to top out at” around $15 million for LeBron James and are reportedly interested in acquiring Collin Sexton and Anfernee Simons.Warriors' news from @TheSteinLine
  – Porzingis expected to be back on a new deal before free agency period starts
  – still interested in LeBron James
  – expected to pursue names like Jock Landale, Anfernee Simons, Collin Sexton
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• Why the Spurs could have a quiet offseason

  29-06-2026 01:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO, TX - JUNE 3: Devin Vassell #24, Julian Champagnie #30, Victor Wembanyama #1, and Dylan Harper #2 of the San Antonio Spurs huddle up during the game against the New York Knicks during Game One of the 2026 NBA Finals on June 3, 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 No
  
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• Grading the Suns’ Miles Bridges trade

  29-06-2026 01:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ORLANDO, FL - APRIL 17: Miles Bridges #0 of the Charlotte Hornets dribbles the ball during the game against the Orlando Magic during the SoFi NBA Play-In Tournament on April 17, 2026 at Kia Center in Orlando, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Ima
  
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• Report: Lakers among teams showing interest in Dean Wade

  29-06-2026 00:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LOS ANGELES, CA - DECEMBER 31: Dean Wade #32 of the Cleveland Cavaliers shoots a three point basket during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers on December 31, 2024 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 2024 NBAE (Photo by Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images) |
  
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• The Raptors could add Kawhi Leonard or Jaylen Brown, but should they?

  28-06-2026 23:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dec 11, 2019; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; LA Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) watches the action from the team bench during the second quarter against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images We’re not even that deep into the offseason, and the stories circulating the Raptors’ trade market are getting crazy. A possible return from the 2019 champion has already been discussed, in the wake of a report from Jake Fischer. This is a rumour that h
  
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• Kawhi Leonard trade rumors: Raptors and Clippers have held 'real' talks for former Finals MVP, per report

  28-06-2026 23:28 via cbssports.com
  
  Leonard reportedly is only interested in extending with his former teams, the Raptors and the Spurs
  
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• Clippers having ‘real conversations’ about trading Kawhi Leonard to former team

  28-06-2026 23:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Clippers need to figure out what they’re going to do with Kawhi Leonard.According to a report from NBA insider Jake Fischer, the Clippers have reportedly “had real conversations” about trading Leonard to the Raptors.The Raptors and Clippers have held real trade conversations this weekend on sending Kawhi Leonard back to Toronto, according to the league sources.
  More NBA from @TheSteinLine here: https://t.co/K171ZdkQAihttps://t.co/fSCohn9uis— Jake Fischer (@JakeLFische
  
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• Boston Celtics Daily Links 6/28/26

  28-06-2026 22:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MEMPHIS, TN - MARCH 20: The sneakers worn by Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics before the game against the Memphis Grizzlies on March 20, 2026 at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. 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 Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images HeraldJayl
  
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• Hornets trade Miles Bridges to Suns days after LaMelo Ball stunner

  28-06-2026 22:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Miles Bridges and LaMelo Ball walk off the court after defeating the Sacramento Kings at Spectrum Center on March 24, 2026 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Hornets have completed another franchise-altering move, trading forward Miles Bridges just days after stunning the NBA by sending franchise point guard LaMelo Ball to the Timberwolves.According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Bridges was dealt to the Suns along with a 2029 first-round pick and a 2027 second-rounder for veteran shooters Grays
  
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• Report: John Collins ‘expected to draw interest’ from Sixers

  28-06-2026 22:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  INGLEWOOD CA - APRIL 8, 2026: LA Clippers forward John Collins (20) stands with his hands on his hips after he is charged with a foul against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Intuit Dome on April 8, 2026 in Inglewood, CA.(Gina Ferazzi / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images) NBA free agency is approaching and Sixers slop is trickling out.A day after the team was linked to Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade, another starting-caliber forward is reportedly on their radar. According to NBA Insider Jake
  
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• Jimmy Butler makes bold statement on Warriors future: ‘End is a bad word’

  28-06-2026 22:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  During Jimmy Butler’s 15-year NBA career, he’s played for five different teams. But it appears he’s found his home.According to ESPN NBA insider Anthony Slater, Butler said he wants to retire with the Warriors.Jimmy Butler said he wants to end his career with the Warriors.IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect“End is a bad word, but this is where I want to be done,” Butler told Slater. “Retire here. This organization is top-tier. It’s the best. Keep it a buck.
  
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• NBA Offseason Trade/Free Agent Rumors 2026: Seven teams eyeing Jaylen Brown, Kawhi to Toronto for Ingram?

  28-06-2026 22:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  We're just a little more than 48 hours before the official start of NBA free agency (although let's be honest, teams have got a lot of their roster-building work done already, including things yet to officially happen). The rumors are flying fast. Here are some of the latest around the NBA.Seven teams interested in Jaylen BrownAt least seven teams have stepped up with interest in trading for Brown — the Portland Trail Blazers, Toronto Raptors, Denver Nuggets, Brooklyn Nets, Charlotte Horne
  
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