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• Open Thread: Happy birthday to Julian Champagnie

  29-06-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Julian Champagnie has been a gem. After going undrafted in in 2022, he signed with the Philadelphia 76ers where he played 2 games as well as a handful of games with their G-League affiliate Delaware Blue Coats. He was waived on Valentine’s Day 2023 so the 76ers could allow Mac McClung to participate in the All-Star Dunk Contest. The 76ers loss was the Spurs gain. He signed on for the remainder of the season and impressed the organization enough to earn a $12M/4-year contract. Since then, C
  
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• Malik Beasley reportedly indicted as part of sports-betting scheme involving point shaving, prop bets

  29-06-2026 16:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Detroit Pistons guard Malik Beasley was reportedly indicted Monday on federal charges related to a sports-betting scheme, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.Beasley, who did not appear in the NBA last season due to a gambling investigation, is reportedly working with the government on his “voluntary surrender,” per Charania.Nine-year NBA veteran Malik Beasley has been indicted on federal charges for gambling related to a sports betting scheme, such as point shaving and p
  
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• An incomplete history of teams trying -- and failing -- to acquire LeBron James

  29-06-2026 15:45 via cbssports.com
  
  James has changed teams just three times in his lengthy NBA career; will this summer make it four?
  
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• 2026 NBA Draft grades: Report card for all 30 teams

  29-06-2026 15:23 via cbssports.com
  
  How does your team stack up after the completion of the NBA Draft?
  
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• James Harden reportedly declines $42.3 million option with Cavaliers, but wants to stick with team

  29-06-2026 15:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  James Harden would like to return to the Cleveland Cavaliers next season, but wants a long-term deal to make that a reality. Because of that, Harden reportedly declined his one-year, $42.3 million option with the team, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Despite declining that option, the 36-year-old Harden is working with the team on a multiyear extension, per Charania. Cleveland Cavaliers' James Harden is declining his $42.3 million player option for 2026-27 and the sides are working thr
  
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• Indiana fans are glad to see Dusty May off to NBA, out of Big Ten

  29-06-2026 15:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BLOOMINGTON, INDIANA - FEBRUARY 08: Head coach Dusty May of the Michigan Wolverines looks on in the first half against the Indiana Hoosiers at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall on February 08, 2025 in Bloomington, Indiana. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images) | Getty Images Dusty May, Indiana men’s basketball’s latest prodigal son that wasn’t, is out of college basketball and off to the NBA, having been hired as the head coach of the Dallas Mavericks.May was born in Terre Haute and rai
  
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• NBA free agency live updates: Latest rumors, signings, news on top players

  29-06-2026 15:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  This NBA offseason looks like it could be a memorable one.The league has already experienced seismic trades, led by Giannis Antetokounmpo's move from the Milwaukee Bucks to the Miami Heat and the Minnesota Timberwolves' big swing acquiring LaMelo Ball from the Charlotte Hornets. But stars such as Jaylen Brown of the Boston Celtics, Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard, Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant and perhaps even Anthony Davis of the Washington Wizards are among the big names reporte
  
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• Miles Bridges trade grades: Hornets, Suns hit makeover mode; next moves for Mets, Angels after key changes

  29-06-2026 14:49 via cbssports.com
  
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• Memphis Embraces Boozer, But he Ja Morant Problem Isn’t Going Away

  29-06-2026 14:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MEMPHIS, TN - JUNE 25: Cameron Boozer #27 of the Memphis Grizzlies poses for a portrait on June 25, 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 Cameron Boozer and his fellow rookie teammates, Kari
  
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• Top 15 remaining 2026 NBA free agents: Jalen Duren, LeBron James, James Harden still available

  29-06-2026 14:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Since we first published this list, a few big names have signed deals (Austin Reaves, Trae Young, Isaiah Hartenstein), yet the biggest names are still on the board. Here is our updated list of the 15 top free agents still on the market one day before the official start of free agency (June 30 at 6 p.m. ET).1. Jalen Duren (restricted)There's a lot of sympathy around the NBA for Jalen Duren among players and agents — they all despise restricted free agency and how powerless it can leave a pl
  
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• Trade Talk: A deal with the Hawks for draft capital

  29-06-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Dallas Mavericks are shifting gears from the NBA Draft to free agency and trade season. Rumors abound pertaining to Daniel Gafford being moved out of Dallas, and this deal with the Hawks may be a reasonable expectation after hearing a first-round pick for him was hard to come by.Prior Trade TalksSacramento Kings for Malik MonkPhiladelphia 76ers for former MVP Joel EmbiidOklahoma City Thunder for Isaiah JoeSan Antonio Spurs for Keldon JohnsonLakers and NuggetsOnce again joining me for this po
  
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• NBA Free Agent Rankings: Best 69 players available in 2026, including LeBron James

  29-06-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DUBROVNIK, CROATIA - JUNE 13: Basketball Player and Team AlUla Co-Owner, Lebron James looks on in the E1 Owners Suite during the E1 Series Dubrovnik GP on June 13, 2026 in Dubrovnik, Croatia. (Photo by Joe Portlock/Getty Images) | Getty Images The NBA offseason is already off to a fast start. The draft has come and gone, Giannis Antetokounmpo has been traded to the Miami Heat, and the Charlotte Hornets sent LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves in a stunning move. It feels like the fireworks
  
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• Looking back on Royce O’Neale and Grayson Allen’s time in Phoenix

  29-06-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHOENIX, AZ - DECEMBER 19: Grayson Allen #8 and Royce O'Neale #00 of the Phoenix Suns high five during the game against the Indiana Pacers on December 19, 2024 at Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona. 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 Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Get
  
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• LeBron James, Anthony Davis to Warriors? How Golden State gets both

  29-06-2026 13:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Golden State Warriorsare looking to make a splash in the offseason.The Warriors may have an interest in bringing both LeBron James and Anthony Davis to Northern California, according to Kevin O'Connor of Yahoo Sports.The duo played together on the Los Angeles Lakers and won an NBA championship in 2020. Adding Davis and James to the Warriors will bring championship experience and a veteran presence, but will add to an aging roster led by Stephen Curry and Draymond Green.In order to acquire Da
  
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• Boiler Alert: New Boilers in the NBA & Rivers Knight

  29-06-2026 13:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHICAGO, IL - MAY 11: NBA draft prospect, Braden Smith poses for a portrait during the 2026 NBA Draft Combine on May 11, 2026 at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. 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 Chris Schwegler/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images The NBA Draft was large
  
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• Kentucky Wildcats News: Otega Oweh Realizes NBA Dream

  29-06-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mar 22, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (00) dunks during the second half against the Iowa State Cyclones during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images | Jeff Curry-Imagn Images Former Kentucky basketball star and fan-favorite Otega Oweh had his dreams come true when he heard his name called in the second round of last week’s NBA draft.He was taken 41st overall by the Oklahoma City T
  
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• Celtics offseason tracker: Latest trade rumors, free agent news

  29-06-2026 12:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Celtics offseason tracker: Latest trade rumors, free agent news originally appeared on NBC Sports BostonLess than 24 hours remain until NBA teams are permitted to talk to and agree to contracts with free agents, and the Boston Celtics unsurprisingly are involved in plenty of rumors.Jaylen Brown’s future in Boston and whether the Celtics will trade him have dominated headlines for weeks, but the C’s need to make other moves to address the weaknesses that plague their roster.They need
  
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• Early 2027 NBA Mock Draft has Malachi Moreno projected as a lottery pick

  29-06-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Feb 4, 2026; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats center Malachi Moreno (24) shoots a free throw during the second half against the Oklahoma Sooners at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images | Jordan Prather-Imagn Images The 2026 NBA draft finished on Wednesday, so all the names have been called, and the teams have made their selections. So, now we must do the natural, immediate next step: Look ahead to next year’s draft!As Kentucky Basketba
  
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• YouTube Gold: Willis Reed Takes On Wilt Chamberlain In Game 4 Of The 1970 Finals

  29-06-2026 11:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UNITED STATES - MAY 08: Willis Reed of the Knicks (foreground) and Wilt Chamberlain of the Lakers as time runs out in game at Madison Square Garden. (Photo by Dan Farrell/NY Daily News Archive via Getty Images) | NY Daily News via Getty Images New York Knicks legend Willis Reed is most famous for courageously taking the court in Game 7 of the 1970 Finals despite a very serious leg injury, and scoring the first two baskets. However, there was much more to him than that. At 6-10 and 240, by the st
  
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• REPORT: Knicks, Celtics set to enter Pelicans’ center sweepstakes

  29-06-2026 11:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 03: DeAndre Jordan #9 and Kevon Looney #55 of the New Orleans Pelicans warm up before the game against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center on April 03, 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 Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images) | Getty Images With free agency a few hours away
  
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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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