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• The Utah Jazz Ceiling Has Never Been Higher

  02-07-2026 20:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  According to Shams Charania of ESPN, the Utah Jazz have reportedly agreed to a sign-and-trade with the Los Angeles Lakers in which the Lakers will get Walker Kessler on a brand-new four-year, $130m deal with a player option after year three. In return, the Jazz will receive two unprotected first-round picks in 2031 and 2033 as well as two pick swaps in 2028 and 2030.BREAKING: The Los Angeles Lakers are acquiring Walker Kessler from the Utah Jazz for unprotected first-round picks in 2031 and 2033
  
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• Jaylen Brown decries Celtics' 'lack of respect' over trade: 'Key card got rejected'

  03-07-2026 07:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jaylen Brown did not hold back when discussing how his trade from the Boston Celtics unfolded this week. The 2024 Finals MVP’s stint in Boston ended after 10 seasons, with the Celticstrading him to the Philadelphia 76ers for Paul George and four draft picks.Brown went on the streaming platform Twitch on Thursday to share his thoughts."Boston packed me up,” Brown said. “Pack ya bags. Sayonara buddy. ... There was definitely a lack of respect from Boston."ESPN analyst on Jaylen B
  
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• Potential center trade targets post Walker Kessler trade

  03-07-2026 06:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ORLANDO, FL - APRIL 17: Goga Bitadze #35 of the Orlando Magic goes up for the rebound during the game against the Charlotte Hornets during the SoFi NBA Play-In Tournament on April 17, 2026 at Kia Center in Orlando, Florida. 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 Fernando Medina/NBAE via Get
  
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• Everything Jaylen Brown unpacked in post-trade livestream: ‘We move on’

  03-07-2026 06:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 12: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics looks on in the second quarter of a preseason game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at TD Garden on October 12, 2025 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. (Photo by Jaiden Tripi/Getty Images) | Getty Images Jaylen Brown didn’t wait very long b
  
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• Where the Sixers stand financially after adding Jaylen Brown, Anfernee Simons

  03-07-2026 05:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MAY 02: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers and Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics embrace after the 76ers defeated the Celtics 109-100 in Game Seven of the First Round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs at TD Garden on May 02, 2026 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. (Photo by Madd
  
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• Sources: Knicks very happy with roster core in wake of LeBron James report

  03-07-2026 05:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Every time LeBron James hits free agency, the big question around here seems to be: "Are the Knicks getting LeBron?"It happened in 2010, 2014, 2018 and again in 2026.When the most recent report surfaced, I reached out to people on all sides of the situation.I gathered that the Knicks should not be seen as a potential destination for James.The Knicks are very happy with the core of their roster coming off the 2026 NBA title.James is reportedly looking for happiness when choosing his nex
  
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• Jakucionis delivers in FIBA debut for Lithuania

  03-07-2026 04:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - MARCH 17: Kasparas Jakucionis #25 of the Miami Heat plays against the Charlotte Hornets during their game at Spectrum Center on March 17, 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 KJ is poised for a breakout second season in the NBA.
  
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• Luka Dončić reportedly 'excited' about Lakers' Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler deals in eventful offseason

  03-07-2026 04:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Los Angeles Lakers’ offseason will be remembered as the summer in which LeBron James left town and Luka Dončić became the team’s clear-cut superstar. So far, Dončić seems to be getting the player-GM treatment as well.Dončić is “excited” about the Lakers’ recent deals with returning guard Austin Reaves (four years, $185 million) and former Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler (four years, $130 million), who joined this team via trade earl
  
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• Jaylen Brown opens up about 76ers trade — and how he has to change attitude toward former nemesis

  03-07-2026 04:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown #7 reacts on the court during the third quarter.“The Process” is rejuvenated in Philadelphia — at least according to its newest star, Jaylen Brown.Brown, who was dealt by the Celtics to the 76ers in a blockbuster swap on Wednesday, declared that “the process” — the term used to reference Philadelphia’s rebuilding phase last decade — is “back the f–k on.”“Alright, I’m processing,”
  
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• Kyle Lowry wants us to put the breaks on retirement talk

  03-07-2026 04:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Apr 13, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Kyle Lowry addresses the media after the game against the Chicago Bulls at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images | Kyle Ross-Imagn Images Now, this isn’t me saying that Kyle Lowry isn’t hanging up the shorts. It’s been widely reported, starting with Michael Grange, that after 20 years in the National Basketball Association, Kyle Lowry intends to retire this offseason, and fulfill his
  
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• Lakers vs Warriors California Classic preview: Summer season is here

  03-07-2026 04:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LOS ANGELES, CA - MAY 9: Adou Thiero #1 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder during Round Two Game Three of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 9, 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 Juan Ocampo
  
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• Warriors bringing draft picks, G Lague standouts to California Classic

  03-07-2026 03:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 02: LJ Cryer #18 of the Golden State Warriors passes the ball in the second quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers 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 Fans heading to the Chase Center this
  
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• First-round pick Cameron Carr signs Lakers rookie contract

  03-07-2026 03:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cameron Carr holds up his Lakers jersey during a news conference on June 26. Carr signed his rookie contract with the team Thursday. (Arwen Clemans / Los Angeles Times)On the eve of his unofficial NBA debut, first-round draft pick Cameron Carr signed his Lakers rookie contract, the team announced Thursday.The Lakers acquiredCarr, a 6-foot-5 guard, in a swap of pickswith the New York Knicks. Carr will play for the Lakers in summer league games beginning Friday in San Francisco.Terms were not
  
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• 2026 NBA Free Agency grades: Lakers, 76ers earn an "A", Celtics may need to retake class

  03-07-2026 03:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  We're only a couple of days into free agency, but we've already been shocked by a couple of big trades — Kawhi Leonard headed to Toronto, Jaylen Brown to Philadelphia — and a rash of signings. Go back to the NBA Draft and the moves then, including Giannis Antetokounmpo traded to Miami, and we have another roller coaster of an NBA offseason.It's never too early to assign grades on how teams have done so far, so let's do it. (Note: These grades are based on what teams have done as of t
  
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• LeBron James to Sixers? Rumors heat up after sudden Jaylen Brown trade

  03-07-2026 03:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LeBron James could be headed back to the Eastern Conference.The Philadelphia 76ers are reportedly the latest team to express interest in the four-time MVP, according to ESPN. The 76ers made one of the biggest moves of the NBA offseason by acquiring Jaylen Brown in a trade with their division rival Boston Celtics on Wednesday, July 1.Brown is coming off one of his best individual seasons, finishing sixth in the regular-season MVP voting, but he apparently fell out of favor with the Celtics,
  
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• John Collins should thrive in Detroit

  03-07-2026 02:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 12: John Collins #20 of the Los Angeles Clippers brings the ball up court during the second half of an NBA game against the Golden State Warriors at Intuit Dome on April 12, 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 Now that the door has close
  
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• Cavaliers interested in potential sign-and-trade for Jonathan Kuminga

  03-07-2026 02:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ATLANTA, GEORGIA - APRIL 10: Jonathan Kuminga #0 of the Atlanta Hawks shoots the ball against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the second quarter at State Farm Arena on April 10, 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 Paras Griffin/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Cleveland Cavaliers have not had an ideal offseaso
  
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• Warriors reportedly on LeBron James’ short list, but don’t believe they’re at the top

  03-07-2026 02:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 03: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers controls the ball against Brandin Podziemski #2 of the Golden State Warriors and Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors during the second half of a game at Crypto.com Arena on April 03, 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. (Ph
  
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• Restricted free agent Tari Eason agrees to 5-year, $81.5 million deal to remain with Rockets

  03-07-2026 02:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Restricted free agent Tari Eason and the Rockets reportedly have agreed to a five-year, $81.5 million deal to keep the smooth-shooting forward in Houston, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. The deal is fully guaranteed, per Charania.The 6-foot-8 Eason, 25, is coming off a season in which he shot 35.8% from 3-point range on 4.3 attempts per game and averaged double-digit scoring for a Rockets team that was eliminated in the first round of the playoffs.The fourth-year veteran was selected 17th ov
  
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• Jaylen Brown comforts crying 6-year-old superfan after trade to 76ers

  03-07-2026 01:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jaylen Brown fanJaylen Brown isn’t a Celtic anymore, but he’s still leaving his mark on the team’s fandom. Hours after Brown was traded to the 76ers on Wednesday, the longtime Celtics guard comforted a young fan who was devastated about the trade news. Brown replied to the video of a 6-year-old boy named Gio crying and processing the news that his favorite player wouldn’t be bleeding green and white any longer. “It’s OK lil bro,” Brown wro
  
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• Former Warriors guard Pat Spencer signs two-way contract with the Suns

  03-07-2026 01:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 05: Pat Spencer #61 of the Golden State Warriors dribbles against the Houston Rockets in the second quarter at Chase Center on April 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 Eakin Howard/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Golden State Warriors are bringing back a lot of
  
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• Billy Donovan hired by Spurs: Ex-Bulls coach to become Mitch Johnson's lead assistant, per report

  03-07-2026 01:48 via cbssports.com
  
  Donovan spent the last five seasons coaching the Bulls before stepping down in April
  
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• Report: Spurs hire Billy Donovan as lead assistant coach

  03-07-2026 01:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHICAGO, IL - APRIL 5: Head Coach Billy Donovan of the Chicago Bulls looks on during the game against the Phoenix Suns on April 5, 2026 at United Center 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 Jeff Haynes/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images After lead assista
  
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• Billy Donovan to become lead assistant coach for San Antonio Spurs

  03-07-2026 01:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The San Antonio Spurs were just a few wins away from an NBA title in 2026. Rumors have swirled since their defeat regarding their next moves to ensure they can get over the hump and hoist the Larry O'Brien Trophy next season. Well, they've made their first move, adding Billy Donovan to their coaching staff, per ESPN's Shams Charania. Donovan had spent the last 11 seasons as a head coach in Oklahoma City and Chicago, but will now take a step back, operating as the Spurs' "lead assistant coach" un
  
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• LeBron James’ Lakers rift stemmed from failed Russell Westbrook saga

  03-07-2026 01:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LeBron James’ tenure with the Lakers is over after he informed the NBA franchise he’d spent the past eight seasons with that he’ll sign elsewhere in free agency.While both sides have shown each other nothing but respect since James’ decision went public, it is clear that his and the Lakers’ relationship wasn’t perfect. If it were, then James presumably would’ve stuck around in Los Angeles to end his NBA career.LeBron James reportedly had a hand in a fail
  
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• Anton Watson Named to Los Angeles Lakers Summer League Roster

  03-07-2026 01:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  EL SEGUNDO, CA - APRIL 3: Anton Watson #22 of the South Bay Lakers drives to the basket during the game against the Rio Grande Valley Vipers during the 2026 G League Playoffs Semifinals on April 3, 2026 at UCLA Health Training Center in El Segundo, 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 (
  
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• Suns add Pat Spencer on a two-way contract

  03-07-2026 00:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHOENIX, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 05: Jordan Goodwin #23 of the Phoenix Suns pressures Pat Spencer #61 of the Golden State Warriors during the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center on February 05, 2026 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. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images) | Getty Images I think we might be looking at what the P
  
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• Knicks have been rejected in attempts to trade for Pelicans’ Yves Missi — here’s why

  03-07-2026 00:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Knicks free agencyThe Knicks have been looking for their Mitchell Robinson replacement in the Big Easy, but the Pelicans are telling them to take a hike. New York has tried to acquire New Orleans center Yves Missi this offseason, but multiple offers to the Pelicans have been rejected, according to NBA insider Chris Haynes. The Pelicans view the big man as a vital core figure. The Pelicans have also reportedly told the Knicks that they have no intention of moving Missi. Yves Missi
  
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• NBA will test '1 free throw rule' designed to improve game flow during upcoming summer leagues

  03-07-2026 00:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The NBA summer leagues are a breeding ground for experimentation, and not just for the participating teams and their shapeshifting lineups. That period of trial and error is useful for the league, too.This year, it's capitalizing by testing a "one free throw rule" that's been deployed in the G League to improve game flow since the 2019-20 season.Under this rule, any foul that would normally lead to one, two or three free throws instead results in a single free-throw attempt, except during the fi
  
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• Cavaliers Reacts Survey: Fans are totally split on Evan Mobley

  03-07-2026 00:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  May 25, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley (4) looks to shoot while defended by New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) in the fourth quarter during game four of the eastern conference finals for the 2026 NBA playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images | Ken Blaze-Imagn Images Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Cavaliers fans and fans across the co
  
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