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• There ‘isn’t a timetable’ for LeBron James’s free agency decision

  09-07-2026 00:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 05: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on after a monster dunk during the fourth quarter of the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Crypto.com Arena on February 05, 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. (Photo by Allen Berezovsky/Getty Images) | Getty Images LeBr
  
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• Raptors put Kawhi Leonard trade on hold until the NBA probe into the Clippers concludes

  09-07-2026 22:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The trade sending Kawhi Leonard from the Clippers to the Raptors is on hold until an investigation into his endorsement deal with the now bankrupt Aspiration company is concluded. (Sean M. Haffey / Getty Images)The Toronto Raptors have put the brakes on acquiring Kawhi Leonard from the Clippers, announcing Thursday that the trade is on hold until the NBA investigation into whether the Clippers circumvented salary cap rules is complete.“The NBA league office informed us that as a resul
  
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• Madison Square Garden alleged to track and assign risk scores to celebrities

  09-07-2026 22:10 via yahoo.com
  The New York Knicks are still basking in the glow of their NBA championship, alleviating 53 years of disappointment and frustration as the team and its fans continue to celebrate weeks after their title run.But the Knicks' feel-good news stories amid that championship appear to be short-lived. According to a Wired article, celebrities and other dignitaries who have attended home games at Madison Square Garden have been assigned "risk" scores. The database also tracked celebrities’ race, ge
  
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• Kawhi Leonard trade from Clippers to Raptors stalls over NBA investigation

  09-07-2026 22:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  There has been a curious delay in the formal announcement of the Kawhi Leonard trade that is shipping him to the Toronto Raptors. Now, the teams involved are clarifying why.Although the new NBA league year began Monday, July 6, neither the Raptors nor the Los Angeles Clippers, Leonard’s former team, have consummated the trade agreed to June 30 that is conveying Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two first-round picks, one pick swap and two second-round picks back to Los Angeles.On Thur
  
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• Kawhi Leonard to Raptors trade on hold until NBA finishes cap circumvention investigation

  09-07-2026 22:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PORTLAND, OREGON - APRIL 10: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the Los Angeles Clippers reacts during the second half against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center on April 10, 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 Thursday marks the day that previously agreed-upon trades in the NBA
  
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• Nikola Kusturica, potential No. 1 pick in 2028, signs with UCLA basketball

  09-07-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Top international recruit Nikola Kusturica signed with UCLA basketball on Thursday, July 9, landing coach Mick Cronin arguably the best prospect of the 2028 NBA Draft.Kusturica, from Serbia, is 17 years old and will play college basketball for at least two years, as he's two years away from being eligible for the NBA draft. The 6-foot-9 forward is the youngest player to ever appear for FC Barcelona's senior team.REQUIRED READING: Derrick White, other NBA stars join college basketball front offic
  
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• Marcus Spears Jr. commitment: 5-star picks Texas, reclassifies to 2026 class

  09-07-2026 21:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sean Miller and Texas men's basketball have picked up a big win on the recruiting trail.Marcus Spears Jr., the top-ranked player in the 2027 recruiting class, announced on Instagram on Thursday that he has committed to the Longhorns and will reclassify into the program's 2026 recruiting class."The next chapter," Spears Jr., the son of former NFL defensive lineman Marcus Spears, wrote in an Instagram post that also had the Texas "HookEm" hashtag.REQUIRED READING: Former college basketball player
  
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• Kawhi Leonard trade on hold as Raptors, Clippers await results of NBA investigation

  09-07-2026 21:29 via cbssports.com
  
  The NBA's Aspiration investigation is still looking into potential salary-cap circumvention by the Clippers with Leonard's contract
  
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• Raptors trade for Kawhi Leonard can't be completed until NBA's investigation into Clippers ends

  09-07-2026 21:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  When the Toronto Raptors acquired star forward Kawhi Leonard from the Los Angeles Clippers in late June, questions immediately arose regarding Leonard's status. The forward and the Clippers were still under investigation by the NBA after reports emerged accusing the Clippers of paying Leonard impermissible benefits to sign with the team ahead of the 2019-20 NBA season.That investigation is still underway and the Leonard trade cannot be completed until the NBA closes the case, both teams confirme
  
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• Details of Nate Ament’s rookie contract with the Milwaukee Bucks

  09-07-2026 20:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BROOKLYN, NY - JUNE 23: Nate Ament talks to the media during a press conference 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 Melanie Fidler/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Nate Ament is
  
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• LeBron James free agent rumors: What is LeBron's timeline for making a decision?

  09-07-2026 19:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LeBron James' decision on where to play next is the one big bit of drama left in free agency, and he is taking his time doing so. Here are the latest rumors around his decision.As a reminder, the Cleveland Cavaliers and Miami Heat are considered the leaders in the chase, with the Philadelphia 76ers potentially on that tier depending on who you ask. Also still in the mix are the Golden State Warriors, Minnesota Timberwolves and Denver Nuggets.LeBron’s decision timelineGet comfortable, we co
  
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• Lakers view remaining roster spots as ‘critical’ to team success

  09-07-2026 19:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  Los Angeles, CA - April 07:Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (28), right, joins a huddle with teammates before a game against the Oklahoma Thunder at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.(Robert Gauthier/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images) While most fans focus on projected starting lineups and ponder whether their stars are good enough, teams have to think about everything from top to bottom.That’s why the Lakers remain focused on finding the best players p
  
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• How to watch every former UVA basketball player in the NBA Summer League

  09-07-2026 18:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 06: Jacari White #50 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the game against the San Antonio Spurs at Chase Center on July 06, 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 The 2026 NBA Summer League officially tips off on Thur
  
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• Jordan Clarkson returning to Knicks on one-year minimum contract

  09-07-2026 18:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Knicks are trying to keep the band together after winning their first title in five decades.That includes Jordan Clarkson, who will return to the Knicks on a one-year, $3.9 million veteran minimum contract, news first reported by Stefan Bondy of the New York Post after speaking with Clarkson's agent, Rich Paul, with ESPN’s Shams Charania adding the salary details.Clarkson played in 72 games for the Knicks last season, although his minutes fluctuated, and he averaged 8.6 points and 1.3
  
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• Sources: Jacob Tobey out as Spurs play-by-play announcer

  09-07-2026 18:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jan 7, 2023; Boulder, Colorado, USA; PAC 12 sports broadcaster Jacob Tobey prior to the game between the Oregon State Beavers against the Colorado Buffaloes at CU Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images Well, here’s a direction no one saw the Spurs’ summer going.After two seasons, Spurs’ television play-by-play announcer Jacob Tobey has reportedly been fired after allegedly having an affair with Loren Waters, the sister of Spurs player Lindy Waters III. The new
  
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• Summer League Preview: Timberwolves vs. Pelicans

  09-07-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - FEBRUARY 22: Joan Beringer #19 of the Minnesota Timberwolves listens to instruction from assistant coach Pablo Prigioni in the first quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at Target Center on February 22, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 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 David Berding/Getty Images) | Getty Im
  
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• Jordan Clarkson re-signing with Knicks on one-year deal

  09-07-2026 17:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Knicks are bringing back Jordan Clarkson on a one-year, $3.9 million deal, SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley confirms.The shooting guard played in 72 regular season games in his first season with the Knicks after joining them on a veteran minimum contract last offseason. He averaged 8.6 points in the regular season and 4.9 points during the playoffs.Clarkson came to New York to be a scoring threat off the bench -- he averaged 17.5 points in the previous six seasons with the Utah Jazz, mostly in the
  
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• Jordan Clarkson re-signs with Knicks after championship run as roster takes shape

  09-07-2026 17:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jordan Clarkson resignsThe Knicks roster is nearly complete.Another important contributor to the Knicks’ championship run is back. Jordan Clarkson is re-signing with the team, The Post’s Stefan Bondy reported Thursday, on a one-year deal worth $3.9 million.  Since it is a veteran minimum deal, Clarkson gets the full negotiated salary but it only counts for roughly $2.5 million against the cap for second apron purposes. The move now leaves them $3.3 million under the second
  
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• Knicks re-sign Jordan Clarkson, bolster bench depth

  09-07-2026 17:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jun 10, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Jordan Clarkson (00) controls the ball against the San Antonio Spurs in the second quarter during game four of the 2026 NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images | Brad Penner-Imagn Images The New York Knicks are bringing back one of their champions, ESPN’s Shams Charania first reported on Thursday morning.According to Charnia, Clarkson has signed a one-year, $3.9 million deal to return New Y
  
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• Raptors' trade for Kawhi Leonard on hold until Clippers investigation is done

  09-07-2026 17:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  Raptors' trade for Kawhi Leonard on hold until Clippers investigation is done originally appeared on NBC Sports BostonKawhi Leonard’s second stint with the Toronto Raptors is officially on hold.The Raptors announced Thursday that the trade will not be finalized until the NBA’s probe into Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers is finished.The NBA has been investigating Leonard and the Clippers for the past 10 months after reports that he received a multi-million endorsement deal with su
  
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• How Lakers' all-in move for Walker Kessler created a dilemma they're trying to solve with Jonathan Kuminga

  09-07-2026 17:35 via cbssports.com
  
  The Lakers have a center to pair with Luka Dončić, but they also have a gaping hole on the wing
  
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• NBA Summer League 2026: Daily schedule, scores, how to watch

  09-07-2026 17:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NBA Summer League in Las Vegas tips off today headlined by a matchup between Washington’s AJ Dybantsa and Utah’s Darryn Peterson, the top two picks in the 2026 draft. Here’s everything you need to know:Vegas Summer League infoDates: July 9-19Locations: Thomas & Mack Center and Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas, NevadaHow to watch: ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU and Prime VideoSummer League formatAll 30 teams will participate during the 11-day competition in Las Vegas, with each team playing at
  
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• NBA Summer League 2026: Daily schedule, scores, format, how to watch

  09-07-2026 17:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NBA Summer League in Las Vegas tips off today headlined by a matchup between the top two picks in the 2026 draft: Washington’s AJ Dybantsa and Utah’s Darryn Peterson. Here’s everything you need to know for the league’s showcase event:Vegas Summer League infoDates: July 9-19Locations: Thomas & Mack Center and Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas, NevadaHow to watch: ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU and Prime VideoSummer League formatAll 30 teams will participate during the 11-day competition i
  
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• Bucks reveal 2026 Vegas Summer League roster

  09-07-2026 17:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 06: Brayden Burries #0 of the Milwaukee Bucks dribbles up court during the second half of the California Classic against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center on July 06, 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 Scott Marshall/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Milwaukee Bucks a
  
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• Jacob Tobey out as Spurs announcer after Instagram post alleges affair with player’s sister

  09-07-2026 17:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  A change is coming to the Spurs broadcast booth after shocking allegations exploded on social media.Jacob Tobey is out as the team’s play-by-play announcer after his girlfriend accused him on social media of cheating with a relative of a Spurs player, per Ryan Glasspiegel of Front Office Sports.Earlier this week an Instagram Story was posted on Tobey’s account alleging his cheating with Loren Waters, who is the sister of Spurs guard Lindy Waters III.Jacob Tobey and Sean Elliott smile
  
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• 5 Sixers to watch in Summer League

  09-07-2026 16:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Summer Sixers tip off in Vegas starting Thursday night against the Detroit Pistons at 5:30 p.m. on Amazon Prime and NBC Sports Philadelphia.Here are five players to watch.Labaron Philon, GJust because it’s obvious doesn’t mean it can’t be true. It’s time to see if the Sixers truly struck gold again outside of the lottery. Not that Summer League is a huge barometer for that measurement, but it’s at least a start if Philon can go out and dominate, particularly aga
  
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• NBA Summer League Predictions & Parlay for Today, July 9: Dybantsa, Peterson Clash

  09-07-2026 16:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Want to get more Covers content? Add us as a preferred source on your Google account here.The crown jewel of the NBA's Summer League is set to see several top rookies grace the court in Sin City tonight, including No. 1 pick AJ Dybantsa and No. 2 pick Darryn Peterson.Their matchup leads off our NBA Summer League picks for Thursday, July 9.NBA Summer League predictions for July 9Pick Jazz moneyline-133 Kings moneyline-150Today's Summer League PicksJazz moneyline (-133 at Kalshi)The Utah Jazz
  
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• How Did The NBA’s Mini-Summer Leagues Go For Chase Ross & Olivier-Maxence Prosper?

  09-07-2026 16:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NBA Summer League isn’t just the event in Las Vegas.They keep hosting these miniature Summer Leagues in California and Salt Lake City the week before everyone goes to Nevada.I’ve never heard an explanation as to why they exist, but they keep on doing them.In any case, with Vegas Summer League starting today, I wanted to check in with Chase Ross and Olivier-Maxence Prosper, the two former Marquette men’s basketball players who were on the rosters in California and Utah respectiv
  
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• Butterfly Effect: Carter Bryant takes the court in Vegas

  09-07-2026 16:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spurs forward Carter Bryant makes his second-year Summer League debut Thursday at 3:30 pm CST against San Antonio native Kingston Flemings and the Atlanta Hawks.You’ll remember Bryant flashed as a Summer League rookie last year, motivating ESPN’s Tim Legler to say he’d win the NBA Defensive Player of the Year award someday.The Summer Spurs will play at least four games in Las Vegas after going 0-3 in the California Classic.Around the HornVegas Prep: Yahoo’s Kevin O’
  
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• The aura and aggression defining Egor Demin’s Summer

  09-07-2026 16:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 06: Egor Demin #8 of the Brooklyn Nets looks on against the Golden State Warriors during the second half of the California Classic at Golden 1 Center on July 06, 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 Scott Marshall/Getty Images) | Getty Images The most startling statistic for
  
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