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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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• 2026 LeBron James Next Team Odds: The King Ready To Play For Minimum To Get On The Right Team

  03-07-2026 12:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Want to get more Covers content? Add us as a preferred source on your Google account here.Just when you thought Giannis moving to South Beach was the biggest story of the Summer… LeBron James reminds everyone who the biggest star in the NBA really is.We have officially reached the ultimate flashpoint of the summer, and Kalshi's LeBron James Next Team odds are responding to a full-blown tectonic shift in player movement with the news that James will be moving to pastures new for the 2026-2
  
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• Trent Noah may finally take the leap BBN has been hoping for

  03-07-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  One of the many talking points of last offseason was Trent Noah and the shot-making ability he brought to the team through summer practices. Kentucky’s point guard at the time, Jaland Lowe, even went to the lengths of saying he was “the best shooter I’ve ever seen.” But when it got to the season, people didn’t necessarily see it translate to actual gameplay. Noah finished the season averaging 3.0 points per game, on 36% from the field, and 33% from 3-point range for
  
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• YouTube Gold: The 1961 NBA All-Star Game Had A Tremendous Amount Of Talent

  03-07-2026 12:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  (Original caption) Bill Russell (#6) tied up Walter Dukes long enough to win a jump ball during the first quarter of the NBA all-Star game in Syracuse, New York, January 17th 1961. Charging in are Tom Gola (#15), Cliff Hagan (#16) and Paul Arizin (#11). The West won 153-131. (Photo by UPI/Bettmann Archive/Getty Images) | Getty Images In the 1980s, the NBA, under David Stern, moved to a more star-oriented game, and you can’t really blame him. With guys like Larry Bird, Magic Johnson, Charle
  
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• Jayson Tatum in a post-Jaylen Brown world

  03-07-2026 11:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MA - APRIL 28: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics looks on during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers during Round One Game Five of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 28, 2026 at TD Garden 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE v
  
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• Nets’ youth excited to go from the weight room to summer ball

  03-07-2026 10:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Courtesy of Brooklyn Nets | X The Brooklyn Nets have landed in Sacramento, gearing up for the California Classic with a squad of rookies, sophomores, and fringe NBA players looking to make an impression during this extended summer showcase. This means that Nets fans are dying to get their first look at Mikel Brown Jr. and Tyler Bilodeau (but mostly Mikel), as each officially signed his NBA contract on Thursday night…The Nets announced that they have officially signed 2026 NBA Draft picks
  
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• Knicks’ interest in LeBron James unclear after conflicting reports

  03-07-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LeBron James during a a game played at New York’s Madison Square Garden. | ESPN | ABC As we enter the fourth day of free agency, the best player available remains on the board and is mulling over his options before ultimately announcing his latest decision to the world.Amid a LeBron James sweepstakes that points mainly toward one of three potential destinations — Golden State, Miami, and Cleveland — a couple of conflicting reports emerged on Thursday involving the New York Knic
  
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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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• Kyle Lowry signing one-day contract to retire with Raptors

  03-07-2026 06:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kyle Lowry #7 of the Toronto Raptors smiles before the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on April 26, 2021 at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida.Kyle Lowry is reportedly set to retire next week at a special event in Toronto, the city most closely associated with his 20-year career in the NBA. But Lowry didn’t appear to be happy that the news leaked ahead of time. Sportsnet’s Michael Grange reportedon Thursday that Lowry was going to sign a one day contract with the Raptors i
  
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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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• 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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