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• Tyler Nickel is no mid-July mirage

  15-07-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The mid-July trap is in full effect. The cool air pumps through the Thomas & Mack Center, stakes are non-existent, and our brains begin their annual trick of convincing us that an undrafted point guard is John Stockton’s second coming.Truthfully, 90% of what takes place in Summer League is a hoax. Massive point-getters barely crack the NBA roster if they get their name on it at all. However, while box scores are about as real as The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, there are tra
  
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• How Arizona Wildcats have fared in NBA Summer League

  17-07-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 13: Brayden Burries #0 of the Milwaukee Bucks dribbles the ball during the game against the Phoenix Suns on July 13, 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 Stephen Greathouse/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images S
  
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• Boozer, Memphis Dominate Atlanta In Summer League Play

  17-07-2026 14:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 16: Cameron Boozer #27 of the Memphis Grizzlies handles the ball during the game against the Atlanta Hawks during the 2026 NBA Summer League game on July 16, 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 David Becker/N
  
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• NBA’s 11 best rookies in Las Vegas Summer League, ranked

  17-07-2026 14:00 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 NBA Summer
  
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• LeBron James decision: Live updates, rumors on which team star picks

  17-07-2026 13:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The wait continues as the sports world anxiously awaits the next move for LeBron James. James decided to not return to the Los Angeles Lakers and added his name in the free agency pool, which started a carousel of pitches from around the NBA trying to persuade James to join their organization.A decision is expected to come, but it's not clear when. James said months ago that his decision would likely come in late-July to early-August. While we sit around in the middle of July, the countdown cont
  
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• Open Thread: Players aren’t the only ones being observed through Summer League

  17-07-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 09: Head coach Corliss Williamson of the San Antonio Spurs gestures in the first half of a 2026 NBA Summer League game against the Atlanta Hawks 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 Corliss Williamso
  
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• YouTube Gold: The Genius Of Dennis Johnson

  17-07-2026 12:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dennis Johnson #3, Point Guard and Shooting Guard for the Boston Celtics jumps to make a one handed lay up to the basket as #42 James Worthy, #32 Magic Johnson and #33 Kareem Abdul-Jabbar of the Los Angeles Lakers look on during their NBA Pacific Division basketball game on 16th February 1986 at The Forum arena in Inglewood, Los Angeles, California, United States. The Celtics won the game 105 - 99. (Photo by Rick Stewart/Allsport/Getty Images) | Getty Images In the 1980’s and into the 1990
  
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• MM 7.17: Former Terp Jahmir Young drops 30 in NBA Summer League

  17-07-2026 12:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 16: Jahmir Young #17 of the Miami Heat drives to the basket during the game against the Toronto Raptors on July 16, 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 Jahmi
  
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• Former Kentucky stars Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo look to move forward after physical altercation

  17-07-2026 12:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dec 31, 2022; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Miami Heat forward Duncan Robinson (55), center/forward Bam Adebayo (13), and guard Tyler Herro (14) react after a call against the Utah Jazz during the second half at Vivint Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Creveling-Imagn Images Former Kentucky Basketball standouts Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo have found themselves in the headlines for an unexpected reason after reports surfaced of a physical altercation between the two former Miami Heat teammates in
  
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• Cavs vs. Bulls Summer League: Preview, how to watch, odds, and game thread

  17-07-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 15: Malaki Branham #38 of the Cleveland Cavaliers celebrates during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans on July 15, 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 Th
  
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• Wizards vs. Hawks preview: Washington finishes Summer League on Saturday

  17-07-2026 11:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 14: Chris Livingston #24 of the Washington Wizards shoots the ball during the game against the Chicago Bulls on July 14, 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 Tom O'Connor/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Gett
  
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• Why Clemson coach Dabo Swinney's next college football job will be his best job

  17-07-2026 11:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  He’s not a legendary championship coach holding on too tight and for too long. Not Bowden or Beamer or anyone else in their twilight whose next move is retirement. Dabo Swinney’s next job could be his best job yet. “You get a lot of love, you get a lot of hate in this (coaching) world,” Swinney said Thursday at ACC media days. “I’ve had bunch of both, enough for a lifetime.”And now it might be time to move on.Let’s get something perfectly
  
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• Friday Posted & Toasted Notes: Free agency remnants, SummerLoss, Brunson talks

  17-07-2026 11:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A red panda observes tourists at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding in Sichuan, China, on May 13, 2026. (Photo by Costfoto/NurPhoto via Getty Images) | NurPhoto via Getty Images The SummerKnicks wrapped up their scheduled Las Vegas slate with an 87-77 loss to the SummerWarriors, ending their Sin City run with a 1-3 record and a consolation game against the SummerMavs later today.No recap nor scenes, so here’s a kinda sorta summary of the most important performances we watche
  
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• Warriors to face Lakers in Summer League playoffs after 87-77 win over New York Knicks

  17-07-2026 08:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 16: LJ Cryer #18 of the Golden State Warriors handles the ball during the game against the New York Knicks on July 16, 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 LJ
  
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• Lakers to play Warriors in Las Vegas Summer League Semifinals

  17-07-2026 06:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 03: Chris Manon #30 of the Los Angeles Lakers drives to the basket against the Golden State Warriors during the first half in the California Classic a NBA Summer League game at Chase Center on July 03, 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Ima
  
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• LeBron James shouts out Bronny, USC medical staff in TIME 100 speech

  17-07-2026 06:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LeBron James has had a busy summer thus far. While everyone awaits his announcement of which team he will play for next, he was honored with the cover of Time magazine's "TIME100 Most Influential People in Sports."In his unrehearsed speech, he discussed the importance of sports and how they got him to where he is today. He also took a personal moment in which he spoke on his gratitude for the University of Southern California medical staff that saved his son.James' eldest son, Bronny, attended U
  
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• Summer squad’s victory still a few points short

  17-07-2026 04:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 16: Allen Graves #22 of the Toronto Raptors handles the ball during the game against the Miami Heat on July 16, 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 While the
  
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• Bryce Harper gives stunning guess for LeBron James’ next team

  17-07-2026 04:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Philadelphia is a potential destination for LeBron James this summer, and one of the city’s biggest stars just weighed in on the highly touted free-agent sweepstakes.The Phillies’ Bryce Harper was asked where he believes James will play next season during the team’s series opener against the Mets on Thursday.Bryce Harper made his ninth career All-Star appearance in 2026.MLB Photos via Getty Images“I don’t know. I think he’s going to the Cavs. I think he’
  
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• Hawks eliminated from SL tournament with 96-64 loss to Grizzlies

  17-07-2026 04:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 16: Cameron Boozer #27 of the Memphis Grizzlies handles the ball during the game against the Atlanta Hawks during the 2026 NBA Summer League game on July 16, 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 David Becker/N
  
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• NBA Las Vegas Summer League 2026: Rockets Defeat Nets 100-83 at Cox Pavilion

  17-07-2026 03:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 16: Egor Dëmin #8 of the Brooklyn Nets handles the ball during the game against the Houston Rockets on July 16, 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 Stephen Greathouse/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images T
  
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• Jaden Akins scores 21 off the bench, but Knicks fall to Warriors, 87-77, in Summer League action

  17-07-2026 03:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Undrafted rookie Jaden Akins gave the Knicks 21 points off the bench, but it wasn't enough as the Warriors defeated New York, 87-77, on Thursday night.New York is now 1-2 in Summer League action.But the night was competitive in the first half. Golden State got out to a 26-19 lead after one, but then the offense on both sides took a nose dive. The Knicks won the quarter, 17-10, to get the game tied 36-36 at halftime.Tyler Nickel led the Knicks at halftime with nine points on 3 of 5 shooting
  
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• Raptors Reacts Survey: Were fans wrong about Allen Graves?

  17-07-2026 02:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 13: Allen Graves #22 of the Toronto Raptors looks on during the game against the Indiana Pacers during the 2026 NBA Las Vegas Summer League on July 13, 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 David Becker/NBAE vi
  
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• Why 2026-27 NBA schedule is in limbo until LeBron James picks new team

  17-07-2026 02:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The question of where LeBron James will play next has lingered for about three weeks after he told the Los Angeles Lakers that he'd opt for a new team in free agency.The news sent the basketball world into a frenzy. As teams and players are all making their pitch to James in hopes that he'd join their team, there are some that are wishing he'd wrap this process up.Most notably, NBA commissioner Adam Silver.Silver spoke at the CNBC Sport x Boardroom Game Plan Summit in New York and addressed Jame
  
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• Latest LeBron James rumors: He does not announce his decision, but says it will be soon

  17-07-2026 02:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  There was speculation that LeBron James would use an appearance at Fanatics Fest in New York on Thursday to announce his decision about his next destination.No such luck.Tyrese Haliburton was the guest co-host for the live taping of the "Mind the Game" podcast, and Hali tried, as reported by Dave McMenamin of ESPN."Is there a decision that still has to be made?" Haliburton asked..."We literally talked about this in the back, Rese," James said, reiterating that revealing his next team would not b
  
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• LeBron James’ free-agency is becoming a problem for NBA

  17-07-2026 02:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The NBA hasn’t released its official schedule for the upcoming season — and it’s because of LeBron James.The four-time NBA champion has kept everyone in the industry on their toes as he makes a decision in free agency, including Commissioner Adam Silver.Adam Silver weighed in on LeBron James’ free agency at the CNBC Sport and Boardroom Game Plan Summit.AP Photo/Yuki IwamuraSilver spoke at the 2026 CNBC Sport and Boardroom Game Plan Summit at Fanatics Fest in New
  
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• Adam Silver says LeBron James free-agency stall affects NBA schedule

  17-07-2026 02:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The NBA hasn’t released its official schedule for the upcoming season — and it’s because of LeBron James.The four-time NBA champion has kept everyone in the industry on their toes as he makes a decision in free agency, including Commissioner Adam Silver.Adam Silver weighed in on LeBron James’ free agency at the CNBC Sport and Boardroom Game Plan Summit.AP Photo/Yuki IwamuraSilver spoke at the 2026 CNBC Sport and Boardroom Game Plan Summit at Fanatics Fest in New
  
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• Draymond Green shuts down Steve Kerr’s viral LeBron James statement

  17-07-2026 02:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Golden State Warriors have quickly gained popularity as LeBron James’ next team.One incident which quickly went viral involved coach Steve Kerr, who told a fan that the Warriors “got” James.Many wondered whether Kerr was being serious or playful in the video posted to social media. Draymond Green weighed in on the situation. Draymond Green declined his $27.7 million player option with the Warriors this summer.BACKGRIDDraymond on viral Steve Kerr video:“If I know Steve
  
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• Lakers beat Bulls, advance to Las Vegas Summer League Semifinals

  17-07-2026 02:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 11: Adou Thiero #1 of the Los Angeles Lakers drives to the basket during the game against the Dallas Mavericks 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 Candice Ward/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Ge
  
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• NBA “Probing” Bucks on Gary Trent Jr. deal

  17-07-2026 01:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BROOKLYN, NY - APRIL 7: Gary Trent Jr. #5 of the Milwaukee Bucks looks on during the game against the Brooklyn Nets on April 7, 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 On the day that Gary
  
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• Heat welcome Giannis Antetokounmpo with new jersey. Could LeBron James be next?

  17-07-2026 01:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Miami Heat officially unveiled their new star.Two-time NBA Most Valuable Player Giannis Antetokounmpo, acquired June 23 in a blockbuster trade with the Milwaukee Bucks, held his introductory press conference Thursday, July 16 at the Kaseya Center in Miami.Later, in a photo shoot, the Heat showed off Antetokounmpo wearing his new uniform.One difference is his jersey number. With the Heat, Antetokounmpo will wear No. 7, which is a departure from the No. 34 he wore with the Bucks.Antetokounmpo
  
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