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• LeBron James not committed to Lakers, weighing retirement and other teams

  22-06-2026 19:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LeBron James has not made a decision about his future, but the uncertainty surrounding the NBA’s all-time leading scorer is already becoming one of the league’s biggest offseason storylines.With free agency set to begin on June 30, James appears to be keeping every option on the table, from returning to the Los Angeles Lakers to exploring other opportunities — or even retirement.According to ESPN insider Ramona Shelburne, initial conversations between James’ camp and the
  
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• Dillon Jones, Jack Kayil lead Knicks past Pistons for first Summer League win

  14-07-2026 00:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Knicks picked up their first win in Summer League action on Monday, beating the Pistons, 86-75.New York was without two of their regulars, as Mohamed Diawara sat with a ring finger injury and Pacome Dadiet was sidelined due to foot soreness. With them sitting, it gave other youngsters the opportunity for extended minutes.Second-round pick Jack Kayil shined in just his second Summer League appearance, leading the team with 19 points on 6-of-13 shooting and three threes. He also pulled on
  
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• LeBron James ‘inches closer’ to a free agency decision

  14-07-2026 00:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 30: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers dunks the ball against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second quarter in Game Five of the Western Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena on April 30, 2025 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. (Photo by Harry How/Getty
  
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• Pistons G Chaz Lanier lights it up with 8 3-pointers in Summer League game vs. Knicks

  13-07-2026 23:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Detroit Pistons guard Chaz Lanier caught fire from deep in Monday's Summer League game against the New York Knicks. The second-year player out of Tennessee made eight 3-pointers in the 86-75 loss to the Knicks. Lanier led all players with 24 points. 8 3-POINTERS FOR CHAZ LANIER 🔥He has 24 PTS on 80 3P% for the game!Watch Pistons/Knicks on Prime. pic.twitter.com/RyzuDIcW5f— NBA (@NBA) July 13, 2026Detroit selected the guard with the 37th overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. As a rook
  
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• Pistons G Chaz Lanier lights it up beyond the arc with 8 3-pointers in Summer League game vs. Knicks

  13-07-2026 23:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Detroit Pistons guard Chaz Lanier caught fire from deep in Monday’s Summer League game against the New York Knicks. The second-year player out of Tennessee made eight 3-pointers in the 86-75 loss to the Knicks. Lanier led all players with 24 points, all from deep. 8 3-POINTERS FOR CHAZ LANIER 🔥He has 24 PTS on 80 3P% for the game!Watch Pistons/Knicks on Prime. pic.twitter.com/RyzuDIcW5f— NBA (@NBA) July 13, 2026Detroit selected the guard with the 37th overall pick in the 2025
  
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• Lakers sign Ziaire Williams to one-year, $3-million deal to bolster their depth

  13-07-2026 23:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ziaire Williams controls the ball during a game between the Brooklyn Nets and Charlotte Hornets on March 31. (Frank Franklin II / Associated Press)The Lakers signed free-agent forward Ziaire Williams to a one-year, $3-million deal on Monday, people not authorized to speak on the matter publicly confirmed to The Times.Williams, 24, was available after the Brooklyn Nets declined his team option of $6.25 million, making him an unrestricted free agent.The 6-foot-9 Williams gives the Lakers an a
  
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• Lakers sign wing Ziaire Williams to one-year minimum contract

  13-07-2026 23:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Lakers are still working to land a starting wing in Jonathan Kuminga via a sign-and-trade with Atlanta, but in the short term, they have added some depth and defense.The Lakers have agreed to terms on a one-year deal with Ziaire Williams, reports ESPN’s Shams Charania. This deal would be for the minimum of $2.9 million.Williams comes in with the reputation of a versatile, switchable defender, something the Lakers need. What has always held him back were concerns about offense and effic
  
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• 2027 NBA Draft Odds: Tyran Stokes Tabbed as Favorite to Go First Overall

  13-07-2026 23:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Want to get more Covers content? Add us as a preferred source on your Google account here.The 2026-27 NBA season has yet to begin, but speculation is already underway regarding the 2027 NBA Draft odds.One year after having fabulous freshman Darryn Peterson in their lineup, the Kansas Jayhawks have reloaded with Tyran Stokes, the current favorite to go first overall in the 2027 NBA Draft.Let's look at the latest NBA odds.2027 NBA Draft odds to be first overall pickStart trading with Kalshi today!
  
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• 2027 NBA MVP Odds, Favorites & Prediction: Wembanyama Leads a Loaded Field

  13-07-2026 22:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Want to get more Covers content? Add us as a preferred source on your Google account here.Victor Wembanyama enters the 2026-27 season as the betting favorite to capture his first Michael Jordan Trophy.The San Antonio Spurs superstar tops the opening NBA MVP odds after another dominant campaign, but he's far from alone. Reigning MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Luka Doncic, and three-time winner Nikola Jokic are all firmly in the hunt, while a new generation led by Anthony Edwards and Cade Cunningham
  
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• 2026-27 NBA Defensive Player of the Year Odds: Wembanyama Heavily Favored to Repeat

  13-07-2026 22:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Want to get more Covers content? Add us as a preferred source on your Google account here.Victor Wembanyama went coast-to-coast in last year's NBA Defensive Player of the Year odds, and the San Antonio Spurs superstar has opened as the favorite to repeat in 2026-27.Let's look at the latest NBA odds and see who might give Wemby a run for his money.🏀 NBA Defensive Player of the Year oddsStart trading with Kalshi today!Sign up now using our exclusive Kalshi promo code 'COVERS20' and get a $
  
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• 2027 NBA Rookie of the Year Odds: Boozer, Peterson Open as Co-Favorites

  13-07-2026 22:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Want to get more Covers content? Add us as a preferred source on your Google account here.The race for the 2026-27 NBA Rookie of the Year award is wide open, with Cameron Boozer and Darryn Peterson opening as the early co-favorites.Boozer and Peterson each carry a 24% probability on Kalshi, while Caleb Wilson, AJ Dybantsa, and Darius Acuff Jr. round out the first tier of contenders in the latest NBA Rookie of the Year odds.With no overwhelming favorite at the top of the board, this market could
  
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• Boston Celtics Daily Links 7/13/26

  13-07-2026 22:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MA - MAY 2: The sneakers worn by Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers before the game against the Boston Celtics 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 Jesse D. Garrabrant
  
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• Why college basketball recruiting returned to Las Vegas, which is poised to become an annual offseason mecca

  13-07-2026 22:07 via cbssports.com
  
  The NBA's Las Vegas Summer League and the college evaluation period coinciding should be the arrangement in the future
  
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• Miles Bridges’ trade is official

  13-07-2026 21:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - APRIL 14: Miles Bridges #0 of the Charlotte Hornets plays against the Miami Heat during their game at Spectrum Center on April 14, 2026 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. (Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images) | Getty Images A trade first reported on June 28 is now officially complete.
  
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• Game Thread: SummerKnicks vs. SummerPistons, July 13, 2026

  13-07-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 11: Jack Kayil #77 of the New York Knicks looks to pass the ball during the game against the San Antonio Spurs during the 2026 NBA Summer League game on July 11, 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 Ryan Stetz
  
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• Keaton Wagler redeems himself in second Summer League game

  13-07-2026 21:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  After a rough debut in the Clippers’ first Summer League outing, many fans began writing off top-five draft pick Keaton Wagler, prematurely labeling the guard as a bust. He didn’t write back though. The nerves caught up to Wagler during his debut in a loss to the Sacramento Kings, where he tallied seven points on 1-for-7 shooting. But three days later, he shook those nerves off and showcased the poise he played with as an Illini to lead the Clippers to a blowout win over the Utah Jaz
  
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• Summer League Preview: Timberwolves vs. Trail Blazers

  13-07-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 11: Damion Baugh #23 of the Minnesota Timberwolves plays defense during the game against the Denver Nuggets during a 2026 NBA Summer League game 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 David Dow/NBAE via Getty Im
  
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• Celtics (2-0) vs Hawks (2-0) Las Vegas SL Game #3 7/13/26

  13-07-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 11: Kingston Flemings #4 of the Atlanta Hawks dribbles the ball during the game against the Brooklyn Nets on July 11, 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 Ward/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty I
  
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• Will Riley goes off against Kings

  13-07-2026 20:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It’s safe to say that Will Riley is feeling confident.The former Illinois and current Wizards forward caught fire in his second NBA Summer League game. Riley had a game-high 32 points in 29 minutes. He also added 6 rebounds and 3 assists.Will Riley in tonight's win:32 PTS
  6 REB
  3 AST
  6 3PMThe @WashWizards improve to 2-0 in @NBASummerLeague play! pic.twitter.com/uNYhovYL55— NBA (@NBA) July 13, 2026His scoring ability was on full display in the victory, something Illinois fans likely r
  
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• Lakers' Austin Reaves hasn't 'honestly processed' LeBron James playing for another team next season

  13-07-2026 20:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The NBA world is waiting for LeBron James to sign his next — and presumably final — free-agent contract, possibly this week. Among those monitoring James' next move is former Los Angeles Lakers teammate Austin Reaves. Speaking to reporters from the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, the sixth-year guard still can't quite believe that James won't be playing with him in purple and gold this upcoming season. "I don't know if I've honestly processed it yet," Reaves told reporters, including
  
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• Too-early NBA Power Rankings: Why Spurs have edge over Knicks, Cavaliers and Heat both really need LeBron

  13-07-2026 19:59 via cbssports.com
  
  The NBA landscape has shifted significantly, and here's where things stand as the league awaits LeBron James' free agency decision
  
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• Jalen Brunson wears sling in first public sighting since surgery

  13-07-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  This is a sight that could send Knicks fans into cold sweats — even in July.Jalen Brunson was spotted Saturday for the first time since his left wrist surgery, photographed paying a visit to The Other Lucy Beach Grille in Margate, New Jersey.Brunson’s left hand and wrist were wrapped and resting in a sling almost a month after winning NBA Finals MVP with the Knicks.View this post on InstagramBrunson underwent wrist surgery Tuesday to repair a tendon issue in his left hand and wr
  
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• Udonis Haslem torches Draymond Green after Bam Adebayo/Tyler Herro altercation

  13-07-2026 19:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Udonis Haslem; Draymond GreenDraymond Green and Udonis Haslem have found a way to turn the reported Bam Adebayo/Tyler Herro scuffle into a full-blown NBA enforcer feud.Because apparently, one scuffle is never enough.The drama started after Adebayo reportedly struck former Miami Heat teammate Herro during a workout Friday morning at practice near Resorts World Las Vegas. Herro, recently shipped to the Milwaukee Bucks in the Giannis Antetokounmpo blockbuster, declined to explain what happened.Udon
  
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• Udonis Haslem torches Draymond Green after Bam Adebayo-Tyler Herro altercation

  13-07-2026 19:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Udonis Haslem; Draymond GreenDraymond Green and Udonis Haslem have found a way to turn the reported Bam Adebayo-Tyler Herro scuffle into a full-blown NBA enforcer feud.Because apparently, one scuffle is never enough.The drama started after Adebayo reportedly struck former Miami Heat teammate Herro during a workout Friday morning at practice near Resorts World Las Vegas. Herro, recently shipped to the Milwaukee Bucks in the Giannis Antetokounmpo blockbuster, declined to explain what happened.Udon
  
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• NetsDaily Off-Season Report – No. 13

  13-07-2026 19:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 10: Mikel Brown Jr. #0 of the Brooklyn Nets walks on the court during a break in the first half of a 2026 NBA Summer League game against the New York Knicks at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 10, 2026 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. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Images You&r
  
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• Khaman Maluach and Rasheer Fleming reflect on their second year in Summer League

  13-07-2026 19:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 10: Khaman Maluach #10 of the Phoenix Suns looks to pass 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) |
  
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• Warriors to hire Frank Vogel as Steve Kerr's lead assistant coach

  13-07-2026 18:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Being the lead assistant to Steve Kerr has worked out pretty well for guys in the past. Mike Brown held that job for years and, last season, coached the Knicks to a championship. Kenny Atkinson had that job and left it to take over a Cleveland team Brown's New York squad had to beat in the Eastern Conference Finals last May.Now Frank Vogel will have that job, reports Shams Charania of ESPN.Vogel won a championship as the coach of the 2020 Los Angeles Lakers in the bubble, and before that had bee
  
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• What Victor Wembanyama’s pay cut means for the Spurs’ future

  13-07-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mar 3, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) reacts after his team scores against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images | Bill Streicher-Imagn Images The Spurs re-signed Victor Wembanyama, something everyone expected to happen. What was surprising about it was that Wembanyama, a consensus top-five player in the league, decided to settle for the normal maximum contrac
  
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• NBA Summer League Predictions & Parlay for Today, July 13: Wilson Wills the Bulls to Victory

  13-07-2026 18:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Want to get more Covers content? Add us as a preferred source on your Google account here.Eight more games are on tap for Monday’s Summer League slate, and I’m highlighting my favorite values from Kalshi.The Celtics come in as small dogs against the Hawks, but I’m taking them to win. The Heat go toe-to-toe with the Cavaliers, and I’m taking the Heat to prevail. No. 5 pick Caleb Wilson went off in his Summer League debut, and I expect him to lead Chicago to victory against
  
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• Magic second-round pick Izaiyah Nelson will have surgery on ankle fracture suffered at Summer League

  13-07-2026 18:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS — Izaiyah Nelson had played at Summer League like a guy who deserved his two-way contract with Orlando after being drafted in the second round last month. He showed promise.Now he is sidelined for the next four months following surgery to repair a fractured left ankle suffered in a game at Summer League Sunday, the team announced.Injury update on @OrlandoMagic two-way player Izaiyah Nelson pic.twitter.com/py9iuDEE01— Orlando Magic PR (@Magic_PR) July 13, 2026The injury occu
  
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