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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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• Ex-Arizona center Deandre Ayton exercises player option to remain with Lakers

  29-06-2026 23:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MAY 5: Deandre Ayton #5 of the Los Angeles Lakers handles the ball while being defended by Isaiah Hartenstein #55 of the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first quarter in Game One of the Second Round of the NBA Western Conference Playoffs at Paycom Center on May 5, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. 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 Lice
  
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• Landry Shamet agrees to four-year, $24 million deal to stay with Knicks

  29-06-2026 23:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Landry Shamet is staying in New York, agreeing to a four-year, $24 million contract with the Knicks, confirms SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley.The deal was first reported by ESPN's Shams Charania.Begley also reports that Shamet's decision to re-sign with the Knicks and avoid free agency means that he turned down the opportunity for bigger offers elsewhere to defend the title -- offers that were coming had he become a free agent.Instead, the shooting guard will remain in New York for the long-term afte
  
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• Portland is acquiring 2-time All-Star Ja Morant in a trade with Memphis, AP source says

  29-06-2026 23:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ja Morant is headed to Portland, after the Trail Blazers and Memphis agreed on a trade Monday that sees the Grizzlies starting anew and gives the two-time All-Star a chance to revive his career, a person with knowledge of the agreement told The Associated Press.Portland is sending Jerami Grant and Kris Murray to the Grizzlies as part of the deal, said the person who spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the trade has not gotten the required league approvals.ESPN first reported the ag
  
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• Ja Morant trade grades for Trail Blazers, Grizzlies after surprising deal

  29-06-2026 23:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MEMPHIS, TN - JANUARY 21: Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies looks on before the game against the Atlanta Hawks on January 21, 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 Ja Morant’s nam
  
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• Ja Morant trade from Grizzlies to Blazers sparks reactions and rumors

  29-06-2026 23:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Memphis Grizzliesare trading Ja Morant to the Portland Trail Blazers, which may be just the start of future moves for the Blazers, if you believe some of the trade reactions.As first reported by ESPN, the Grizzlies are sending the two-time All-Star guard and No. 2 overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft to Portland for a swap that includes forward Jerami Grant and forward Kris Murray.Morant is still on a contract he signed in July 2022, a five-year, $197.2 million deal. The 26-year-old is se
  
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• Ja Morant trade to Trail Blazers creates more fantasy basketball problems than it solves

  29-06-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Ja Morant era in Memphis is over. The Grizzlies have officially traded their franchise point guard to the Portland Trail Blazers in exchange for Jerami Grant and Kris Murray, per ESPN's Shams Charania. For fantasy basketball managers, there aren't many winners here — and plenty of reasons for concern on both sides of the deal. Let's get into it beyond the fact that I don't like this deal at all.Ja Morant lands in PortlandThe case for Morant as a top fantasy asset has always rested on o
  
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• Spurs signing Julian Champagnie to new 3-year, $45 million deal after NBA Finals run

  29-06-2026 23:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Julian Champagnie is signing a new three-year, $45 million deal with the San Antonio Spurs after the team declined his $3 million option for the upcoming season, according to ESPN's Shams Charania.Champagnie, 25, played in all 82 games for San Antonio during the regular season and averaged 11.1 points and 5.8 rebounds per game. Replacing Harrison Barnes as the starting small forward, he was one of the Spurs’ top 3-point shooters, hitting 38% of his team-high 512 attempts. He was even
  
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• Thomas Bryant to return to Cavs on a one-year deal

  29-06-2026 23:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 02: Thomas Bryant #3 of the Cleveland Cavaliers looks on in the first quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center on April 02, 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 Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images) | Getty Images Thomas Bryant is expected to sign a one-ye
  
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• Ja Morant trade: Trail Blazers land former All-Star, ending controversial Grizzlies tenure

  29-06-2026 22:46 via cbssports.com
  
  Morant was an ascending star a few years ago, and he'll try to bounce back with a new chapter in Portland after some down years
  
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• Grizzlies finally end Ja Morant era with stunning trade to Trail Blazers

  29-06-2026 22:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Portland Trail Blazers have acquired guard Ja Morant in a trade that will send Jerami Grant and Kris Murray back to the Memphis Grizzlies, according to multiple reports. ESPN's Shams Charania was first to report the deal.Morant will receive a fresh start after his time in Memphis was filled with highlight reels and controversy, which was marked by off-the-court issues that led to three suspensions in the past three years. The two-time All-Star was suspended for eight games in March 2023 afte
  
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• Atlanta Hawks reportedly decline Jonathan Kuminga's team option after trade with Warriors at deadline

  29-06-2026 22:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jonathan Kuminga's run with the Atlanta Hawks is over.The Hawks declined Kuminga's team option ahead of the deadline on Monday afternoon, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. That will officially make Kuminga a free agent this offseason.Kuminga was dealt to the Hawks ahead of the deadline last season in a deal that sent Kristaps Porzingis to the Golden State Warriors. That ended what was a rough run for Kuminga in Golden State. He reportedly requested a trade as soon as he was eligible to b
  
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• NBA free agency 2026: LeBron James, Jaylen Brown and the biggest questions looming over high-stakes offseason

  29-06-2026 22:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  After crowning a new champion and with the 2026 NBA Draft now in the rear-view mirror, the NBA-watching world now turns its attention to the start of a new league year — and, with it, the highly anticipated game of musical chairs that will reset rosters, pecking orders, and expectations for next season and beyond.Welcome, friends, to the 2026 NBA offseason … which, if we're being honest, actuallykickedoff in a prettymajorway last week, but officially begins in earnest at 6 p.m. ET o
  
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• Grizzlies reportedly trade Ja Morant to Trail Blazers for Jerami Grant, Kris Murray

  29-06-2026 22:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Ja Morant era in Memphis is over.The Grizzlies struck a deal to send Morant to the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday afternoon, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. In return, the Grizzlies will get Jerami Grant and Kris Murray.In recent seasons, Morant's biggest issue has been staying on the court. This past season, he has played in just 20 games, missing time with calf and ankle injuries and serving a one-game suspension. He averaged fewer than 20 points per game for the first time sin
  
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• Warriors want LeBron and AD + the latest on Jaylen Brown + Kawhi Leonard + everything happening around the NBA with Dave DuFour

  29-06-2026 22:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Subscribe to The Kevin O'Connor ShowApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeKevin O'Connor is joined by the Athletic's Dave DuFour to talk about the latest in NBA free agency news.Will LeBron James team up with Stephen Curry in Golden State? Will Kawhi Leonard be taking his talents back to Toronto? What are the Charlotte Hornets up to? That and more on today's Kevin O'Connor show.01:00 Warriors want LeBron and AD16:05 Where will Kawhi end up?23:05 What is going on with Jaylen Brown?44:50 Heat trying t
  
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• NBA landing spot predictions: Where will LeBron James, Kawhi Leonard and others end up? Experts make picks

  29-06-2026 22:17 via cbssports.com
  
  LeBron to the Warriors? Kawhi to the Raptors? Jaylen Brown to the... Blazers? Our experts are making predictions based on everything we know right now
  
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• James Harden opts out of contract, plans to re-sign with Cavs

  29-06-2026 22:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 31: James Harden #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers looks on during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers 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 Getty Image
  
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• Ben Simmons plotting NBA comeback, eyes Miami Heat as landing spot

  29-06-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A former NBA All-Star and No. 1 overall pick has declared himself a pending free agent, and perhaps unexpectedly so. Ben Simmons is planning to attempt an NBA comeback this offseason and he's already targeted the Miami Heat as a potential destination, he told Men's Health in an interview published on Monday, June 29, ahead of the start to the NBA's free agency period.Simmons, who turns 30 years old next month, didn't play in the NBA this past season and instead pursued a career in professional f
  
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• 6 Kawhi Leonard trade ideas as rumors surround Clippers star

  29-06-2026 21:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 08: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the Los Angeles Clippers brings the ball up court during the first half of an NBA game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Intuit Dome on April 08, 2026 in Inglewood, 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 Ryan Sun/Getty Images) | Getty Images If Jaylen Brown isn’t
  
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• OG Anunoby, NBA Champion

  29-06-2026 21:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO, TX - JUNE 13: OG Anunoby #8 of the New York Knicks talks to the media after the game against the San Antonio Spurs during Game Five of the 2026 NBA Finals on June 13, 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 Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE(Photo by Jacob Gonzalez/NBAE via
  
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• Former Lakers Malik Beasley and Ed Davis accused of illegal gambling, wire fraud and money laundering

  29-06-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Lakers and Detroit Pistons guard Malik Beasley is charged with fixing his performance to help gamblers win bets. (Julia Demaree Nikhinson / Associated Press)Former Lakers players Malik Beasley and Ed Davis were charged with wire fraud conspiracy and bribery in sporting contests by federal prosecutors in a sweeping indictment that included four other co-conspirators. Both played one season with the Lakers during long careers, Beasley in 2022-2023 and Davis in 2014-2015. According to t
  
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• Knicks 2026 free agency and trade buzz: Mutual interest between Kevon Looney and NY

  29-06-2026 20:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Here is the latest Knicks free agency and trade buzz as the NBA offseason progresses...June 29, 2:55 p.m.According to SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley, there will be mutual interest between the Knicks and center Kevon Looney as the free agency period opens on Tuesday at 6 p.m.Begley notes that Looney and Knicks head coach Mike Brown maintain a relationship from their time together in Golden State, which could make Looney a potential replacement for Mitchell Robinson, should he leave for another team.L
  
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• The Hornets’ offseason looks genius once you see the full picture

  29-06-2026 20:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - MARCH 24: (L-R) Miles Bridges #0 and LaMelo Ball #1 of the Charlotte Hornets walk off the court after defeating the Sacramento Kings during their game at Spectrum Center on March 24, 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 The Charl
  
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• REPORT: Mutual interest between Knicks, Pelicans UFA Kevon Looney [UPDATED]

  29-06-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - DECEMBER 31: Kevon Looney #55 of the New Orleans Pelicans reacts prior to the game against the Chicago Bulls at United Center on December 31, 2025 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. (Photo by Bobby Goddin/Getty Images) | Getty Images June 29, 2:30 p.m. ET Update: According to SNY’s Ian Begley, &l
  
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• Warriors’ big swing for superstars means a long-term deal for Draymond Green

  29-06-2026 20:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHOENIX, ARIZONA - APRIL 17: Draymond Green #23 (R) of the Golden State Warriors reacts alongside head coach Steve Kerr after being ejected during the final moments of an NBA play-in tournament game against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center on April 17, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Warriors 111-96. 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
  
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• 3 Lessons Utah Jazz Fans Can Learn From the 2026 Finals

  29-06-2026 20:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The New York Knicks are the 2026 NBA Champions. The confetti has been cleared from the streets in the heart of New York City, and the other 29 teams in the NBA have already turned their sights on the upcoming 2026-27 NBA season with newfound hope that they themselves can reach the mountaintop of NBA basketball. While all teams have a sense of hope as one year ends and another one fast approaches, the Utah Jazz find themselves particularly anxious to compete again after nearly half a decade of re
  
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• NBA free agency: Ranking 8 teams poised to make biggest moves

  29-06-2026 20:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The NBA rumors are flying and speculation is swirling with the start to the league's free agency period. There's just one catch.At the moment, only a few teams actually have an abundance of salary cap space to spend on free agents this year. Instead, blockbuster trade discussions and contract extension negotiations (and the subsequent fallout from them) are dominating the lead up to NBA free agency in 2026.Giannis Antetokounmpo was already traded from the Milwaukee Bucks to the Miami Heat and La
  
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• Best fantasy basketball fits for top-10 NBA free agents

  29-06-2026 19:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fantasy basketball analyst Dan Titus has been monitoring the situation unfolding throughout NBA Free Agency. Below, he chooses a best fantasy landing spot for the big names remaining on the market.LeBron James - LAL | Forward | Age 41 | UFAThe biggest wildcard on this list — retirement, a return to L.A., Cleveland?!?! or one last contender run are all realistic options. Bron's fantasy value is entirely destination-dependent; however, we still know he can contribute at a high level, putting
  
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• LeBron James next team predictions: Warriors overtake Lakers in race to land four-time MVP

  29-06-2026 19:37 via cbssports.com
  
  With Draymond Green declining his player option, Golden State has the flexibility to make major moves, beginning with James
  
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• Free agency starts Tuesday in NBA, and LeBron James has all eyes on him once again

  29-06-2026 19:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NBA free agency in 2010: Everyone waited for LeBron James to make a decision.NBA free agency in 2026: Everyone is waiting again for James to make a decision.James was the biggest domino to fall in the NBA's offseason player movement period 16 years ago when he decided to join Miami, and he may be the biggest domino to fall — at least in free agency — this summer as well. Free agency opens in the NBA on Tuesday evening, with James' future atop the list of most intriguing storylines th
  
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