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• Zach Collins Agrees to Contract Extension With Chicago Bulls

  01-07-2026 05:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CLEVELAND, OHIO - DECEMBER 19: Zach Collins #12 of the Chicago Bulls celebrates making a three-point basket during the first half against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena on December 19, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 Nick Cammett/Getty Images) | Getty Images Power forward/center Zach Collins has a
  
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• NBA Roster Shuffling Heats Up & Two Brotherhood Members Are On The Move

  01-07-2026 13:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Feb 12, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Luke Kennard (10) dribbles as New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram (14) defends during the second half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images As the annual NBA free agent and trade market heats up, two former Blue Devil teammates are on the move: Brandon Ingram has been traded to the Los Angeles Clippers, while Luke Kennard has left the Los Angeles Lakers and signed with the Phoenix Suns as a free agent. L.
  
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• Mark Pope says multiple players could be “the surprise” on this year’s roster

  01-07-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jan 21, 2026; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats forward Trent Noah (9) fives guard Denzel Aberdeen during the second half against the Texas Longhorns at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images | Jordan Prather-Imagn Images Looking at the roster for this Kentucky Basketball team, there are a lot of new faces in Lexington as well as some returning players. A lot of players are hyped up in the offseason, but oftentimes, a player will surprise fans
  
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• What’s next for LeBron James: a Curry alliance, return to Cleveland or a Wembanyama mentor?

  01-07-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Stephen Curry and LeBron James have grown closer over the years. Photograph: Noah Graham/NBAE/Getty ImagesIt’s official: LeBron Jameswill not finish his career as a Los Angeles Laker. The talking heads are in a gnashing froth. ESPN’s Shams Charania has become the first human being in recorded history to somehow get less than zero sleep over a 24-hour period. Steph Curry is widening his eyes. Bronny James is secretly relishing the chance to forge his own identity as he says “I&r
  
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• News Analysis: LeBron James won't return to the Lakers. Now what?

  01-07-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It's offiically the Luka Doncic (77) era for the Lakers, who learned LeBron James will be looking to play elsewhere next season. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)The LeBron Era is over. The Lakers can start their Luka Era.LeBron James informed the Lakers on Tuesday he will sign with another team this offseason, extending his career to an unprecedented 24th season, but taking his talents elsewhere. James is an unrestricted free agent and the early timing of his decision allows the Laker
  
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• Kawhi Leonard Next Team Odds: Raptors Reunion For Two-Time Finals MVP

  01-07-2026 10:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Want to get more Covers content? Add us as a preferred source on your Google account here.The NBA operates at maximum volume, but Kawhi Leonard has always moved in total silence. While other superstars use public leverage plays and loud social media hints to dictate their futures, the league’s most enigmatic multi-time Finals MVP prefers to let his representation and closed-door front-office panic do the talking.As confirmed by ESPN's Shams Charania, the Los Angeles Clippers are nearing a
  
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• Winners, Losers from Kawhi Leonard trade to Toronto Raptors

  01-07-2026 09:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  There are some NBA trades that, if you had brought the idea up six months earlier, it would have gotten you laughed out of the room.Trade ideas like Kawhi Leonard returning to Toronto. If someone had said that to you at your work Christmas party last year, you would have said "sure, buddy" as you slowly started to back away. Yet here we are. Kawhi Leonard is returning to Toronto in a blockbuster trade that sends an All-NBA wing back to the place he last won a ring.Who were the winners and losers
  
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• Steph Curry named finalist for Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Award

  01-07-2026 08:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 08: Steph and Ayesha Curry arrive at the 2022 Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year Awards at The Regency Ballroom on December 08, 2022 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Miikka Skaffari/Getty Images) | Getty Images Steph Curry has watched the NBA rearrange itself like furniture in someone else’s house. Meanwhile he didn’t move; he didn’t have to. While the whole league has been playing musical chairs at the superstar table, the g
  
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• LeBron James has governors, the NHL and the NFL waiting for his free agency decision

  01-07-2026 08:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MIAMI (AP) — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz made his sales pitch. So did DJ Khaled, the New York Jets and the Winnipeg Jets. Even the PGA Tour took a swing, trying to appeal to someone who has quickly become obsessed with golf.“We're waiting for you Bron,” the tour posted on social media.Get in line. Every team and every league, it would seem, wants LeBron James.The waiting-for-LeBron game is on, with the entire basketball universe — and, evidently, the political, entertainment,
  
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• Lakers to have second meeting with Jalen Duren after ‘productive’ meeting on Tuesday

  01-07-2026 06:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DETROIT, MI - MAY 3: Jalen Duren #0 of the Detroit Pistons talks to the media after the game against the Orlando Magic during Round One Game Seven of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 3, 2026 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. 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 Chris Schwegler/NBA
  
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• NBA free agency winners and losers: Raptors suddenly leap into title contention, Heat lacking urgency

  01-07-2026 06:29 via cbssports.com
  
  The price was steep, but Toronto has a genuine chance to compete for a championship after trading for Kawhi Leonard
  
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• How the Warriors ended the Kawhi Leonard Clippers era

  01-07-2026 06:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inglewood, CA - April 15: Forward Kawhi Leonard #2 of the LA Clippers fights for the ball against forward Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors and forward Gui Santos, right, of the Golden State Warriors in the first half of a NBA play-in tournament basketball game at Intuit Dome in Inglewood on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. (Photo by Keith Birmingham/MediaNews Group/Pasadena Star-News via Getty Images) | MediaNews Group via Getty Images Kawhi Leonard is a Toronto Raptor again?! Whoaaa, e
  
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• 76ers signing Dean Wade on $39 million contract to boost frontcourt

  01-07-2026 05:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dean Wade is heading to the City of Brotherly Love.The free agent forward has agreed to a four-year, $39 million deal with the 76ers on Tuesday night, according to ESPN.Wade, 29, is leaving the Cavaliers, a team where he established himself as a critical defending and shooting piece in the frontcourt. He spent the first seven years of his career in Cleveland after going undrafted and signing a two-way contract with the team in 2019. Knicks guard Jalen Brunson goes up for a shot as Cavaliers forw
  
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• Warriors relying on experience vs the West’s youth movement

  01-07-2026 05:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 19: Kristaps Porzingis #7 of the Golden State Warriors walking off the court slaps hands with teammate Al Horford #20 against the Boston Celtics in the first half at Chase Center on February 19, 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 Images
  
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• Cavs fail to retain starting small forward in free agency

  01-07-2026 05:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CLEVELAND, OH - NOVEMBER 5: Dean Wade #32 of the Cleveland Cavaliers run on to the court before the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on November 5, 2025 at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 Liam Kyle/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Imag
  
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• 76ers agree to a $39 million, 4-year deal with Dean Wade, AP source says

  01-07-2026 05:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia 76ers have agreed to a $39 million, four-year deal with veteran forward Dean Wade, a person with knowledge of the deal said on Tuesday night.The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the deal cannot be signed yet.Wade is the first big offseason deal made by new 76ers president of basketball operations Mike Gansey. Gansey joined the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2011 and worked as their general manager since 2022 before he left
  
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• What's next for Clippers? What Kawhi Leonard trade means for roster

  01-07-2026 05:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Los Angeles Clippers have officially moved on from Kawhi Leonard after seven seasons.Leonard was traded to the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday, June 30 for forward Brandon Ingram, guard Gradey Dick, two unprotected first-round picks (2031, 2033), two second-round picks (2030, 2033) and a 2027 first-round swap.The move puts an end to a real pursuit of an NBA title for the near future, as the Clippers opt for a younger roster while building assets.Leonard originally came to Los Angeles in July 2019
  
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• Sixers reportedly agree to terms with Dean Wade

  01-07-2026 05:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DETROIT, MI - MAY 13: (EDITORS NOTE: A special camera filter fractal was used for this image) Dean Wade #32 of the Cleveland Cavaliers stands for the National Anthem before the game against the Detroit Pistons during Round Two Game Five of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 13, 2026 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. 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 Licen
  
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• Sixers free agency tracker: Dean Wade reportedly agrees to 4-year deal

  01-07-2026 05:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CAMDEN, NJ - JUNE 8: Mike Gansey speaks as the Philadelphia 76ers introduce him as their new President of Basketball Operations on June 8, 2026 at The Penn Medicine Philadelphia 76ers Training Complex in Camden, New Jersey. 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 Mary Kate Ridgway/NBAE via G
  
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• Luke Kennard leaves Lakers for two-year deal with Phoenix Suns

  01-07-2026 04:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Luke Kennard during his Lakers debut against the Golden State Warriors in February. (Gina Ferazzi/Los Angeles Times)In need of three-point shooting, the Lakers lost the league’s best sharpshooter on the first day of free agency.Guard Luke Kennard has agreed to a two-year, $13-million deal with the Phoenix Suns, The Times confirmed Tuesday.Kennard was an unrestricted free agent after he was traded to the Lakers last February from the Atlanta Hawks. His arrival coincided with a dramatic
  
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• Kawhi Leonard's strange, failed era with Clippers ends with Raptors trade as NBA investigation still looms

  01-07-2026 04:49 via cbssports.com
  
  A look back at Leonard's bumpy and injury-filled seven-year stint in Los Angeles
  
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• Mike Brown reveals key role Knicks’ Dillon Jones played during historic championship run

  01-07-2026 04:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  KnicksThe Knicks’ path to the NBA title involved contributions from everyone on the roster — even if they did not play a single postseason minute.Head coach Mike Brown revealed that forward Dillon Jones, who appeared in just seven regular season games for the Knicks, played a key role in the team’s playoff preparation.“Throughout the course of this run, I got help with the messaging from different people,” Brown said to Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart during a new episo
  
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• Walker Kessler considered Lakers top target in free agency

  01-07-2026 04:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHOENIX, ARIZONA - OCTOBER 31: Walker Kessler #24 of the Utah Jazz handles the ball during the first half of the Emirates NBA Cup game against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center on October 31, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Jazz 118-96. 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 Kelsey Grant/Getty Images) | Getty Im
  
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• Ace Bailey and Cody Williams impart wisdom on the Jazz’s new Summer League star

  01-07-2026 04:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SALT LAKE CITY, UT - JUNE 26: Darryn Peterson arrives at the airport after being drafted as the second overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft at Salt Lake City Airport greeted by fans on June 26, 2026 in Salt Lake City, Utah. 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 Melissa Majchrzak/NBAE via Get
  
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• Nets signing Keon Ellis to two year, $18 million deal

  01-07-2026 04:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 01: Keon Ellis #14 of the Cleveland Cavaliers looks on during the second half against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on March 01, 2026 in New York City. 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 Jordan Bank/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Brooklyn Nets first free agent signing of the 2026 off-season is Keon
  
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• Suns agree to $13 million, 2-year deal with veteran guard Luke Kennard, AP source says

  01-07-2026 04:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHOENIX (AP) — The Phoenix Suns have agreed to a $13 million, two-year deal with veteran guard Luke Kennard, a person with knowledge of the deal said on Tuesday night.The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the deal — which includes a player option for the second season — cannot be signed yet.The 6-foot-5 guard has consistently been one of the most accurate 3-point shooters in the NBA, hitting 44.2% of his attempts over a nine-year career. He
  
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• Nets sign guard Keon Ellis to two-year, $18 million contract

  01-07-2026 04:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Nets and free agent guard Keon Ellis have agreed to a two-year, $18 million guaranteed deal, reports ESPN's Shams Charania.The signing came shortly after the NBA free agency negotiating window opened and gives Brooklyn some depth at the guard position.Ellis, 26, has played four seasons in the league and was traded from the Sacramento Kings to the Cleveland Cavaliers during last season's trade deadline. With the Cavs, Ellis averaged 8.3 points in 29 games.For his career, the University of Ala
  
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• The Wizards are not interested in trading Anthony Davis, according to report

  01-07-2026 04:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 30: Anthony Davis and Melody Ehsani attend a basketball game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Washington Wizards at Crypto.com Arena on March 30, 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 The Washington Wizards are NOT intere
  
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• Nets bolstering backcourt with two-year, $18 million Keon Ellis contract

  01-07-2026 04:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Keon Ellis of the Cleveland Cavaliers goes to the basket as Mouhamed Gueye of the Atlanta Hawks defends during the third quarter at State Farm Arena on April 10, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia.With green guards and precious little defense, the Nets needed to add a veteran in the backcourt and pressure at the point of attack. They’re hoping Keon Ellis can bring both — and on a team-friendly deal. The Nets and Ellis agreed to a two-year, $18 million contract Tuesday on the first ni
  
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• Luke Kennard leaving Lakers for Suns in free agency

  01-07-2026 04:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Los Angeles Lakers guard Luke Kennard (10) works to the basket as Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell (25) defends in the first half of Game 2 in a second-round...Luke Kennard won’t return to the Lakers for the 2026-27 season. The free agent guard is leaving the Lakers for the Suns in free agency after just half a season with the Lakers.Kennard, who was an unrestricted free agent, agreed to a two-year, $13 million deal that was first reported by ESPN.One of the league’s be
  
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