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• NBA Commissioner Adam Silver says Clippers probe should wrap up before next season

  15-07-2026 07:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NBA Commissioner Adam Silver says the investigation into Clippers star Kawhi Leonard's endorsements is nearing its conclusion and should wrap up before next season tips off. (Gregory Shamus / Getty Images)NBA commissioner Adam Silver reiterated Tuesday night after the Board of Governors meeting that the investigation into whether the Clippers circumvented the salary cap by funneling money to Kawhi Leonard for an endorsement deal he allegedly never fulfilled still is not completed.Silver sai
  
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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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• 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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• 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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• 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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• 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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• 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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• Explaining four most confusing moves of NBA offseason: Gary Trent for $64M? Two years for DeAndre Jordan?

  15-07-2026 18:47 via cbssports.com
  
  There have been plenty of surprises since the offseason got going last month, but these moves have been the most head-scratching
  
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• There is reportedly ‘no animosity’ between James Harden and LeBron James

  15-07-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 31: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers and James Harden #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers talk before the game on March 31, 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
  
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• NBA Summer League Predictions & Parlay for Today, July 15: McNeeley To Keep Hornets Buzzing

  15-07-2026 18:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Want to get more Covers content? Add us as a preferred source on your Google account here.With eight NBA Summer League games in Las Vegas today, the slate is loaded with young players hungry to prove themselves, including Liam McNeeley of the Charlotte Hornets.McNeeley's matchup against the struggling Milwaukee Bucks is among the games headlining our NBA Summer League picks for Wednesday, July 15.NBA Summer League predictions for July 15Pick Hornets moneyline-194 Celtics moneyline-133 Spurs mone
  
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• Neemias Queta experienced a full-circle moment at Summer League

  15-07-2026 18:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MA - MAY 2: Neemias Queta #88 of the Boston Celtics celebrates during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers 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/NBAE vi
  
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• Tyler Nickel is no mid-July mirage

  15-07-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The mid-July trap is in full effect. The cool air pumps through the Thomas & Mack Center, stakes are non-existent, and our brains begin their annual trick of convincing us that an undrafted point guard is John Stockton’s second coming.Truthfully, 90% of what takes place in Summer League is a hoax. Massive point-getters barely crack the NBA roster if they get their name on it at all. However, while box scores are about as real as The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, there are tra
  
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• Summer League Preview: Timberwolves vs. Pacers

  15-07-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 9: Zyon Pullin #15 of the Minnesota Timberwolves drives to the basket 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 Beck
  
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• How former Michigan Basketball players are doing in the NBA Summer League

  15-07-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BROOKLYN, NY - JUNE 23: Morez Johnson Jr, Aday Mara, and Yaxel Lendeborg pose for a photo during the 2026 NBA Draft - Round One on June 23 , 2026 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. 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 Lawrence/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images The
  
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• Rockets have to trust the process with Alperen Sengun, Amen Thompson

  15-07-2026 17:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Houston Rockets’ core is centered around Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson, arguably the two best players they have drafted in this current era of the franchise.Shang-Goon has already been an All-Star twice in his five NBA seasons, and Thompson has earned some consideration for being one of the league’s top defenders. Bleacher Report writer Andy Bailey believes Sengun and Thompson are among the top 30 players in the league when 2030 arrives.“Sengun could take a little better
  
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• Adam Silver defends second apron after players union, players, fans rip it

  15-07-2026 17:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Victor Wembanyama choosing to take a discount and leave roughly $50 million on the table in his latest contract to help the Spurs build and maintain a championship team is exactly what is wrong with the system in the eyes of David Kelly, the new executive director of the NBPA (the players' union)."Our position would be that the system should not require a player to carry all that burden," Kelly said during his introductory press conference last week. "It should not put a player in a position whe
  
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• Fantasy Basketball: Here's 1 takeaway from NBA Summer League for all 30 teams

  15-07-2026 16:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  We're about a week into NBA Summer League, which wraps up Sunday, and the action in Vegas has delivered plenty of intrigue on its own. With the basketball world also waiting to see where LeBron James will land next, there's no shortage of headlines. So before Vegas wraps, here are my observations on all 30 teams from the opening week.Atlanta HawksKingston Flemings, the No. 8 pick, was one of the best playmakers and defenders I saw. Through four games, he's averaging 6.8 assists, 1.5 steals and 1
  
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• NBA Summer League winners and losers: Brayden Burries looks like key piece as Bucks enter new era

  15-07-2026 16:21 via cbssports.com
  
  Burries has excelled as the Bucks search for building blocks for the post-Giannis era, but not every first-round pick has looked the part
  
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• Wednesday Posted & Toasted Notes: Clarkson’s concession, Adam Silver on the second apron

  15-07-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  KONYA, TURKIYE - DECEMBER 5: A view of butterflies as ten thousand butterfly cocoons have been placed at Konya Tropical Butterfly Garden for visitors to the Seb-i Arus events organized for the 751st death anniversary of Mevlana Jalaluddin al-Rumi in Konya, Turkiye on December 5, 2024. People who come to the city for the commemoration ceremonies to be held on December 7-17 will have the opportunity to watch the first wing flaps of butterflies in the garden. (Photo by Serhat Cetinkaya/Anadolu via
  
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• Wolves Could Build Best NBA Duo with LaMelo Ball, Anthony Edwards

  15-07-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mar 5, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) drives past Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) during the second half at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-Imagn Images | Sam Sharpe-Imagn Images The Minnesota Timberwolves are rolling the dice after trading for LaMelo Ball from the Charlotte Hornets earlier in the offseason.This could be a long-term investment that ultimately ends in a championship for the Twin Cities. Bleacher Rep
  
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• Should Drake Powell have stayed at UNC?

  15-07-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  First things first: this sort of question tends to generate answers based on one of two perspectives: what we as fans would prefer for our own viewing pleasure versus what we as fans think is the best outcome for one of our own. Both are valid perspectives, up to a point.Last season as a rookie, Powell demonstrated the athleticism, skills, and grit to defend at the NBA level, a major reason he landed in the NBA Draft’s first round at pick 22. Everyone knew, and Drake embraced, the need to
  
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• Bucks Reacts Survey: How does the Giannis trade package look now?

  15-07-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 12: Kasparas Jakucionis #25 of the Milwaukee Bucks dribbles the ball during the game against the San Antonio Spurs 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 Tom O'Connor/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Imag
  
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• AL pitchers blank NL in MLB All-Star Game; Spain shut down France to reach World Cup final

  15-07-2026 14:53 via cbssports.com
  
  Plus, why the NBA expanded its investigation into Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers
  
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• 2026 ESPYS: Full guest list, performers, how to watch

  15-07-2026 14:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The 2026 ESPYS will gather notable names from the sports and entertainment world to celebrate the year in sports.The award show, hosted by ESPN, is an annual event that honors and recognizes some of the recent successes and moments created by the stars in their respective sports.Who's hosting the ESPYS this year? Comedian and "Saturday Night Live" star Marcello Hernández will host the show at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center in New York.What athletes are expected to be at the E
  
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• 2026 ESPYs: Date, start time, guests, performers, how to watch

  15-07-2026 14:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The 2026 ESPYS will gather notable names from the sports and entertainment world to celebrate the year in sports.The award show, hosted by ESPN, is an annual event that honors and recognizes some of the recent successes and moments created by the stars in their respective sports.Who's hosting the ESPYS this year? Comedian and "Saturday Night Live" star Marcello Hernández will host the show at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center in New York.What athletes are expected to be at the E
  
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