Why the Trail Blazers' sudden 'hardball' stance on Jaylen Brown is pure posturing
The Blazers and other teams around the NBA are posturing and trying to drive down the trade value for Jaylen Brown, but I'm not totally buying it.
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Warriors' biggest obstacle to landing LeBron may remain after Lakers exit
LeBron James isn't returning to the Lakers, but that doesn't automatically mean he will sign with the Golden State Warriors.
Lakers gift Cameron Carr a clear path to instant minutes after LeBron walks
The Los Angeles Lakers have entered a new chapter with LeBron James departing via free agency. One player stands to instantly benefit.
Spurs announce Summer League roster, led by Carter Bryant
The Spurs have announced their roster for the California Classic Summer League (which we can assume will mostly carry over to Las Vegas), and there are plenty of familiar faces. As predicted, the team will be captained by second-year Spur Carter Bryant and coached by Corliss Williamson. Another returning face is Emanuel Miller, who signed […]
LeBron James’ LA Era Is Over, Which Is Good for Lakers’ Future
The LeBron James era has come to an end for the Lakers. After eight seasons in Los Angeles, including a championship in 2020, James has informed the Lakers that he will play for another team for the 2026-27 NBA season. The Lakers had interest in retaining James, but the NBA’s all-time leading scorer decided to […] The post LeBron James’ LA Era Is Over, Which Is Good for Lakers’ Future appeared first on The Lead .
Which star point guard should the Phoenix Suns trade for?
PHOENIX – The roster construction surrounding the Phoenix Suns has created a need for a true table-setter, someone capable of organizing the offense while allowing Booker to return to his natural role. Pelicans star PG Dejounte Murray could be that guy. Murray has built his reputation as one of the league’s better creators for teammates, […]
Clippers guarantee Kris Dunn’s contract for next season
The Clippers have guaranteed Kris Dunn’s $5.7 million salary for the 2026-27 season, ensuring the veteran guard remains on the roster. Dunn signed a three-year contract with Los Angeles in 2024 as part of a sign-and-trade with the Jazz. The final season of the deal was initially non-guaranteed but became fully guaranteed after the deadline […] The post Clippers guarantee Kris Dunn’s contract for next season appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Cavaliers' dream LeBron James scenario could finally come true
The chase is on for LeBron James’ services. This could mean the door is open for the dream Cavs fans have been waiting for.
Warriors, Cavaliers, Heat pursue LeBron James
LeBron James is expected to choose between the Warriors, Cavaliers, and Heat after informing the Los Angeles Lakers that he plans to leave the franchise in free agency. James is currently spending time with his family in Ohio as he prepares to make what could be the final major free agency decision of his career, […] The post Warriors, Cavaliers, Heat pursue LeBron James appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kris Dunn Will Have Salary Guaranteed For 2026/27
The Clippers will keep Kris Dunn on their roster and guarantee his $5.7MM salary for next season, according to Law Murray of The Athletic (Twitter link). Dunn inked a three-year deal as part of a sign-and-trade with Utah in 2024 that included a non-guaranteed final season. It will automatically become guaranteed today. He could have […]
Projecting the 2026 Los Angeles Lakers starting lineup without LeBron James
The LeBron James era is over in Los Angeles. On Tuesday morning the NBA’s all-time leading scorer told the team that he was leaving in free agency. Now the franchise can move on without him. Losing a 41-year-old to free…
3 Potential Landing Spots for LeBron James After Reportedly Declining Lakers’ Offer to Return
For nearly a year, every NBA conversation has circled back to one question. Where will LeBron James play next? We’ll know more about that in the coming weeks, with several teams linked to The King. But one thing is finally certain. We now know exactly where he will not be playing. On Tuesday, Insider Shams […] The post 3 Potential Landing Spots for LeBron James After Reportedly Declining Lakers’ Offer to Return appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Sandro Mamukelashvili is drawing interest from several teams. The Sixers should be one of them
Anyone who watched the Raptors this year isn’t surprised that Sandro Mamukelashvili has become one of the most popular mid-level free agent targets this summer. As a 6-foot-9 forward, Mamu came off the bench to average 11.2 points per game on 63% true shooting along with 4.9 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game. A five-year […]
New Lakers Rumors Reveal Top NBA Free Agent Targets After LeBron James' Decision to Leave
With the free-agent negotiating window opening in a few hours, the Los Angeles Lakers at least have more clarity about their offseason priorities.
Utah drivers can soon get custom Jazz, Mammoth license plates
Local drivers will soon be able to show off their love for their local teams with Utah Jazz and Utah Mammoth license plates.
Clippers Set to Trade Kawhi Leonard to Raptors as Aspiration Ruling Looms
Adam Silver has indicated that a ruling is coming soon.
Tim Legler: NBA never pushed back on ESPN’s officiating criticism during Finals
Tim Legler says the NBA has never once pushed back on him for criticizing officiating during a broadcast. Legler was a guest on last week’s edition of the Awful Announcing Podcast and was asked directly whether he’s ever heard from the league after criticizing an official or a call. “No, not once,” he told host…
Dallas Mavericks’ Brandon Williams, Marvin Bagley III Drawing Free Agency Interest
DHJ Quick Take: Mavericks’ Williams, Bagley Draw Free Agency Interest Brandon Williams and Marvin Bagley III have both attracted interest from rival teams as NBA free agency opens, and Dallas has reason to keep each in the fold. NBA free agency opens at 5 p.m. CT Tuesday, and the Dallas Mavericks have two of their […]
Rui Hachimura is the biggest winner of LeBron James' departure from the Lakers
The chances of Rui Hachimura staying with the Los Angeles Lakers just shot up.
Shocking LeBron James decision gives Nuggets outside shot at saving offseason
LeBron James dropped some bombshell news on the NBA just ahead of free agency, which cracks the door open for a Nuggets miracle.
NBA Free Agency Predictions 2026: Projecting Landing Spots for the Top NBA Free Agents, Including LeBron James & Jalen Duren
With the 2026 NBA Draft in the books, the attention of teams and fans now turns toward NBA free agency. […]
LeBron James Was Not in Lakers’ Plans After Luka Doncic Meeting Amid Latest Bronny James News
Long before NBA free agency arrived, the Lakers had already begun mapping out what the franchise would look like for years to come. One private meeting last summer quietly laid the foundation for that vision, and nearly a year later, the direction Los Angeles chose has become impossible to ignore. Speaking on ESPN’s NBA Today […] The post LeBron James Was Not in Lakers’ Plans After Luka Doncic Meeting Amid Latest Bronny James News appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Lakers’ post-LeBron plan started with Doncic last summer
The Los Angeles Lakers’ transition away from LeBron James appears to have started earlier than expected. According to ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne on Tuesday, the Lakers met with Luka Doncic last summer and outlined an offseason plan for 2026 that did not include James. “At that meeting they laid out their plans… in those plans, they […] The post Lakers’ post-LeBron plan started with Doncic last summer appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Lakers guarantee Bronny James’ contract for 2026-27 season
After showing promise in his sophomore season, the Lakers will continue investing in Bronny James. On Monday, the team guaranteed Bronny’s contract for next season, set at $2.3 million, by keeping him on the roster. Keith Smith of Spotrac reported the news on Tuesday. Naturally, given how LeBron’s free agency is currently playing out, the […]
LeBron James Informs Los Angeles Lakers He Will Play Elsewhere In 2026-27
DHJ Quick Take: LeBron James Tells Lakers He Will Play Elsewhere in 2026-27 LeBron James informed the Los Angeles Lakers he intends to leave in free agency, ending his eight-year run in Los Angeles, with the Golden State Warriors positioned as his top suitor and the Cleveland Cavaliers also a potential option. LeBron James has […]
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