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• Sandro Mamukelashvili opens up on joining Lakers, life in LA

  13-07-2026 01:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS — It’ll be another three months before Sandro Mamukelashvili takes his first real shot for the Los Angeles Lakers — his main quest after signing with the franchise shortly after free agency started last week.But on Saturday night, while the Lakers’ Summer League team was taking on the Dallas Mavericks at the Thomas & Mack Center, Mamukelashvili took other kinds of shots for his new team. Sandro Mamukelashvili joined the Los Angeles Lakers in free agency
  
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• Man Man Rocks The Rim In Summer League Play vs. The Pelicans

  13-07-2026 12:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 10: Khaman Maluach #10 of the Phoenix Suns drives to the basket 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) | N
  
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• Jermaine O’Neal reveals he nearly committed to Kentucky before Rick Pitino urged him to choose the NBA

  13-07-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Feb 17, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Former NBA player Jermaine O’Neal watches his son SMU Mustangs forward Jermaine O'Neal Jr. (not pictured) during the second half against the Louisville Cardinals at Moody Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Former NBA All-Star Jermaine O’Neal recently revealed that he came close to committing to Kentucky following the Wildcats’ 1996 national championship before head coach Rick Pitino gave him advice
  
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• Has Darryn Peterson Shown Enough in Summer League?

  13-07-2026 09:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 9: Darryn Peterson #22 of the Utah Jazz drives to the basket during the game against the Washington Wizards during the 2026 NBA Las Vegas Summer League on July 9, 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 W
  
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• Udonis Haslem and Draymond Green are going at it now after the Bam Adebayo-Tyler Herro fight in Las Vegas

  13-07-2026 06:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Draymond Green and Udonis Haslem are going at it again, this time over the apparent Las Vegas fight between Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro. Haslem fired back at Green on social media Sunday, ripping the Golden State Warriors star for comments that he made recently on his podcast. "I see some things just don't change," Haslem wrote, in part. "You was on sucka s**t four years ago when you swung on Jordan Poole, and you on sucka s**t now."What did Draymond Green say about UD?While this feud goes
  
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• Udonis Haslem and Draymond Green are going at it after the Bam Adebayo-Tyler Herro fight in Las Vegas

  13-07-2026 06:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Draymond Green and Udonis Haslem are going at it again, this time over the apparent Las Vegas fight between Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro. Haslem fired back at Green on social media Sunday, ripping the Golden State Warriors star for comments that he made recently on his podcast. "I see some things just don't change," Haslem wrote, in part. "You was on sucka s**t four years ago when you swung on Jordan Poole, and you on sucka s**t now."What did Draymond Green say about UD?While this feud goes
  
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• Summer League Recap: Spurs 90, Bucks 80

  13-07-2026 05:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 12: Brayden Burries #0 of the Milwaukee Bucks is guarded by Ja'Kobi Gillespie #17 of the San Antonio Spurs during the game 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 Ge
  
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• Did Lakers lose or win free agency? Grading massive roster overhaul.

  13-07-2026 05:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Los Angeles Lakers have moved forward with the Luka Doncic era, spending the summer reconstructing the roster around the point guard.The Lakers’ options opened up after veteran LeBron James told the franchise he wasn’t going to return to the team and test free agency.The Lakers knew acquiring a talented center to complement Doncic on the roster would’ve needed to be a priority this summer.Doncic had reportedly requested an "A-List" center, according to ESPN’s Dave McM
  
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• Adam Silver slights the Utah Jazz again

  13-07-2026 04:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PORTLAND, OREGON - MARCH 13: Adam Silver, commissioner of the National Basketball Association, watches the game during the second half between the Portland Trail Blazers and the Utah Jazz at Moda Center on March 13, 2026 in Portland, Oregon. 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 Soobum Im/Getty Images) | Getty Images If you didn’t
  
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• AJ Dybantsa, Will Riley shine in 104-85 Wizards win over Kings

  13-07-2026 04:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 12: Will Riley #27 of the Washington Wizards drives to the basket during the game against the Sacramento Kings during the 2026 NBA Summer League game on July 12, 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 2025 NBAE (Photo by Candice Wa
  
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• Frank Vogel expected to join Golden State Warriors' coaching staff

  13-07-2026 03:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Los Angeles Lakers coach Frank Vogel is expected to join Steve Kerr and the Golden State Warriors this season.Vogel will serve as an associate head coach on Kerr's staff, according to ESPN's Shams Charania, and will fill the vacancy left by Terry Stotts.Stotts and Jerry Stackhouse were two of Kerr's top assistants this past season before departing. Another longtime assistant, Chris DeMarco, had also left Kerr's staff in January to become the New York Liberty's head coach.Vogel is expected
  
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• The Celtics had a secret weapon in win over Hornets

  13-07-2026 02:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Feb 3, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (9) celebrates with Boston Celtics guard Hugo Gonzalez (28) during the second half against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images | Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images LAS VEGAS — Derrick White walked into the Cox Pavilion in the same pink polo shirt that the Celtics coaching staff donned. Two nights earlier, he had sat courtside on the Celtics sidelines for the Summer League op
  
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• Warriors hire Frank Vogel as associate head coach

  13-07-2026 02:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 14: Head coach Frank Vogel of the Los Angeles Lakers and head coach, Steve Kerr of the Golden State Warriors meet at the end of the game during a 104-98 Lakers preseason win at Staples Center on October 14, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Golden State Warriors are shoring up their bench for the upcoming season, agreeing to hire longtime NBA coach Frank Vogel as their new associate head coach under Steve Kerr.
  
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• It’s time for Summer League Basketball: San Antonio Spurs vs Milwaukee Bucks

  13-07-2026 02:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 11: Tarris Reed Jr. #10 of the San Antonio Spurs looks on 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/NBAE v
  
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• Jonathan Kuminga’s free agency ‘on hold’ until LeBron James makes decision

  13-07-2026 02:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ATLANTA, GEORGIA - APRIL 25: Jonathan Kuminga #0 of the Atlanta Hawks reacts after being charged with a foul against the New York Knicks during the fourth quarter of game four of the Eastern Conference first round playoffs at State Farm Arena on April 25, 2026 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 Kevin C. Cox/Getty
  
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• Frank Vogel joining Steve Kerr, Golden State Warriors as associate head coach next season

  13-07-2026 02:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Frank Vogel is teaming up with Steve Kerr.The longtime head coach struck a deal to join the Golden State Warriors as their associate head coach next season, according to both NBA insider Marc Stein and ESPN’s Shams Charania.Vogel spent last season as an assistant under Jason Kidd with the Dallas Mavericks, which marked his first job in the league since his split with the Phoenix Suns in 2024.Vogel has worked in the league for more than two decades, and holds a 250-181 record as a head coac
  
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• Expect Keon Ellis to get minutes despite Nets ever-expanding guard corps

  13-07-2026 01:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BROOKLYN, NY - MARCH 1: Keon Ellis #14 of the Cleveland Cavaliers plays defense during the game against the Brooklyn Nets on March 1, 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 David Dow/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Keon Ellis, th
  
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• Dillon Mitchell leads Summer Celtics to victory over Hornets, 87-75

  13-07-2026 01:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 12: Dillon Mitchell #20 of the Boston Celtics dunks the ball during the game against the Charlotte Hornets 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 Th
  
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• Wizards vs. Kings discussion

  13-07-2026 01:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 09: AJ Dybantsa #4 of the Washington Wizards brings the ball up the court against the Utah Jazz in the second half of a 2026 NBA Summer League game at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 09, 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 The Washington
  
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• Hornets GM reveals why he made stunning LaMelo Ball trade: ‘Honest look in the mirror’

  13-07-2026 00:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Charlotte Hornets general manager Jeff Peterson said the franchise’s decision to trade LaMelo Ball was made with a long-term mentality.The goal, short-sighted and shocking as it may appear to some in Charlotte, is to compete for titles, Peterson said.“These decisions are challenging at times, but when you look at the totality of the season and everything of where we were, it’s important to take an honest look in the mirror of where you guys are as a team,” Peterson told r
  
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• Game Recap: Khaman Maluach’s brilliance not enough as Suns fall to Pelicans

  13-07-2026 00:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 12: Khaman Maluach #10 of the Phoenix Suns goes up for the rebound during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans during the 2026 NBA Summer League 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 v
  
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• DBR Podcast # 834 – NBA Dukies Showing Out In Summer League

  13-07-2026 00:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 10: Caleb Wilson #8 of the Chicago Bulls is guarded by Cameron Boozer #27 of the Memphis Grizzlies in the second half of a 2026 NBA Summer League game 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 They may ha
  
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• Meleek Thomas impresses in Cavs’ 103-94 loss to Pistons

  13-07-2026 00:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 10: Meleek Thomas #15 of the Cleveland Cavaliers high fives teammate during the game against the Indiana Pacers on July 10, 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 Becker/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images
  
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• NBA Polls! Rockets polls! Get Your SBN NBA Results Here!

  12-07-2026 23:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Polls! America is obsessed with polls. Not Polish people, or metal or wooden tubes that sometimes people writhe upon, but surveys, votes, the heart of the Sports Blog Nation’s Electoral Process. If SBN had one. After a pretty boring, and chalk draft, where few indefensible decisions were made, thus generated little drama, NBA trades and to some extent, free agent signings have come through for us. The ongoing soap opera* that is the NBA has lots of emotive signings, and plots that would se
  
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• Yaxel Lendeborg voted as the Michigan player who will have the best NBA rookie season

  12-07-2026 23:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 05: Yaxel Lendeborg #1 of the Golden State Warriors looks on against the San Antonio Spurs during the second half of their 2026 California Classic Summer League game at Chase Center on July 05, 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 Thien-An Truong/Getty Images) | Getty
  
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• Austin Reaves played a round of golf while on the phone with agents in NBA free agency frenzy

  12-07-2026 23:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fresh off re-signing with the Los Angeles Lakers, Austin Reaves finally found some refuge on the golf course this weekend in the American Century Championship.Even the links had been stressful recently for Reaves, an avid golfer who was consumed by the frenzy of NBA free agency.As among the most coveted available stars, Reaves said he was “on the phone with my agents probably five, six, seven hours a day” for a week when free agency reached a fever pitch.“It was kind of annoyin
  
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• NBA Free Agency Rumors, News: Latest on LeBron James, Russell Westbrook to Miami?

  12-07-2026 23:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS — NBA Summer League grinds on in Sin City, moving past the star-studded first weekend into where the star rookies and players get shut down. In their place, guys trying to get noticed often try to do too much. With that background, here are the latest rumors and notes flying around Vegas about free agency.LeBron James latestThere has been a lot of talk but very little actual new info on the LeBron James front: His agent, Rich Paul, is talking to teams and relaying news — an
  
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• NBA Summer League is for sickos — good thing it’s in Las Vegas, where sickos of all sorts gather

  12-07-2026 22:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 9: Morez Johnson #14 of the Dallas Mavericks dribbles the ball during the game against the Golden State Warriors during the 2026 NBA Summer League game on July 9, 2026 at 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/NB
  
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• Cyclones in the NBA Summer League

  12-07-2026 22:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  An overall view of the Thomas & Mack Center before the game between the San Antonio Spurs against the Atlanta Hawks on July 9, 2026 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. | NBAE via Getty Images LAS VEGAS — A quintet of former Cyclones are taking part in the NBA Summer League, Joshua Jefferson (Nets), Tamin Lipsey (Pacers), Keshon Gilbert (Hawks), Curtis Jones (Celtics) and Tristan Enaruna (Cleveland). The schedule for each of the former cagers is the following:Atlanta H
  
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• Jaylen Brown, rim pressure, and world peace (mailbag answers)

  12-07-2026 22:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - AUGUST 8: President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens of the Boston Celtics talks to Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics during Day 1 of the 2021 Las Vegas Summer League on August 8, 2021 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 2021 NBAE (Photo by
  
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