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Nuggets Notes: DeRozan, Gordon, Camp Questions, Ball Arena
In an interesting story for The Athletic, Mirin Fader takes a closer look at DeMar DeRozan’s “keen interest in mental health issues” and how he’s been trying to “transform that topic from conversation to action, from podcasts to policy, to reach more people — specifically, young boys and men — who are struggling to cope […]
Pacers Sign Keita, Mast, Reeves, Warley To Exhibit 10 Contracts
The Pacers have officially signed Keba Keita, Rienk Mast, Kowacie Reeves Jr. and Jalen Warley to Exhibit 10 contracts, tweets Tony East of Forbes and Circle City Spin. All four players went undrafted in 2026 and played for Indiana’s Summer League team in Las Vegas. Each player’s Exhibit 10 agreement with the Pacers was previously […]
Heat Notes: Roster Opening, Vincent, White, Mitchell, Goldin
With John Konchar off the board, the Heat are likely to keep the 15th spot on their standard roster open at the start of the regular season, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald tweets. Konchar, who – according to Jackson – intrigued some members of the Heat’s front office, signed an Exhibit 9 contract this […]
Pistons Notes: Duren, Thompson, Holland, Harris, Stewart
The Pistons took care of one of their biggest issues this offseason, agreeing to a five-year contract extension with defensive star wing Ausar Thompson. One major piece of unfinished business remains — ending the standoff with restricted free agent center Jalen Duren. According to The Athletic’s Hunter Patterson, Detroit’s brass remains confident that it will […]
Wizards Sign KeShawn Murphy To Exhibit 10 Deal
Sept. 19: Murphy has officially signed his Exhibit 10 contract with the Wizards, the team announced (via Twitter). June 25: The Wizards have reached an agreement to sign undrafted rookie free agent KeShawn Murphy to an Exhibit 10 contract, reports Jon Chepkevich of DraftExpress (Twitter link). Murphy spent four years at Mississippi State, including a […]
Lakers Sign Chase Ross, Meechie Johnson To Exhibit 10 Deals
The Lakers have signed Chase Ross and Meechie Johnson to Exhibit 10 contracts ahead of training camp, tweets Law Murray of The Athletic. Both players went undrafted in June, making them unrestricted free agents. Ross, a 6’4″ guard, spent the past four years playing for Marquette. The Dallas native was named to the Big East’s All-Defense […]
Celtics Notes: Tatum, Brown, Stevens, Robinson, Conley
Celtics star Jayson Tatum on Thursday spoke directly about Jaylen Brown in an interview for the first time since his longtime teammate was traded to Philadelphia in July, writes Mike Prada of The Athletic. Appearing on The Dan Patrick Show (Twitter video link), Tatum was asked about the biggest misconception the public has about his […]
Minor Roster Moves: Pelicans, Wolves, Spurs, More
Former Raptors guard Markquis Nowell has signed a training camp deal with the Pelicans, tweets Paul Garcia of The Spot Up Shot. The former Kansas State star spent most of 2023/24 on a two-way contract with Toronto after going undrafted in 2023. Nowell played for Baskonia last season, averaging 5.7 points and 3.0 assists in […]
Warriors Sign Nick Boyd, Elias Ralph; Waive Jacksen Moni
The Warriors have signed Nick Boyd and Elias Ralph to training camp contracts, tweets Paul Garcia of The Spot Up Shot. Golden State has been cycling several players in and out ahead of training camp — for example, forward/center Jacksen Moni was signed on Thursday (link to RealGM’s transaction log) and waived on Friday, per […]
Shams: Hornets’ Miller, Pistons’ Thompson Discussing Extensions
Appearing on Friday’s episode of NBA Today (YouTube link) in the wake of the news that Jazz guard Keyonte George had signed a five-year, $157.5MM rookie scale extension with Utah, Shams Charania of ESPN pointed to a handful of other 2023 first-round picks who are candidates to sign their own contract extensions before the October […]
NBA 2026 Offseason Check-In: Minnesota Timberwolves
Hoops Rumors is checking in on the 2026 offseason for all 30 NBA teams, recapping the summer’s free agent signings, trades, draft picks, departures, and more. We’ll take a look at each team’s offseason moves and consider what might still be coming before the regular season begins. Today, we’re focusing on the Minnesota Timberwolves. Free […]
Hawks Waive Will Baker
The Hawks have requested waivers on big man Will Baker, the team announced today in a press release. The move opens up a second spot on Atlanta’s 21-man offseason roster, as the club now has 19 players under contract. Baker, who went undrafted in 2024 out of LSU, has spent the past two seasons in […]
Nuggets Sign Cam Whitmore To Two-Way Contract
1:27 pm: The deal is official, per NBA.com’s transaction log. 1:06 pm: Free agent forward Cam Whitmore has reached a contract agreement with the Nuggets and will sign a two-way deal with the team, reports Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link). According to Charania, Whitmore has already been in Denver working out with Nuggets players. […]
Jazz, Keyonte George Finalize Five-Year Extension
12:18 pm: George has officially signed his rookie scale extension, according to a press release from the Jazz. “Keyonte’s leadership, growth, and commitment to what we’re building make him an integral part of this franchise’s future,” president of basketball operations Austin Ainge said in a statement. “His work ethic, ability to connect with teammates in […]
Eastern Notes: Watson, Raptors, Magic, Burrell, Knicks
Introduced as a member of the Cavaliers at his new team’s training facility on Thursday, Peyton Watson acknowledged that Cleveland wasn’t among his initial suitors this offseason. However, as Joe Reedy of The Associated Press details, once the Cavs entered the mix, the fit appealed to the restricted free agent wing, who is looking forward […]
Pelicans Sign Saddiq Bey To Three-Year Extension
September 18: Bey’s extension is official, the Pelicans announced in a press release. “Saddiq represents the culture we are establishing in New Orleans with his toughness, work ethic, and commitment to the team,” Pelicans executive VP of basketball operations Joe Dumars said in a statement. “He approaches every day with a professional mindset, and we […]
Cavaliers Promote Brandon Weems To General Manager
10:37 am: The Cavaliers have officially announced Weems’ promotion to general manager, confirming the news in a press release. The club also elevated vice president of basketball strategy Jon Nichols to associate general manager and announced that Brendon Yu and Jose Calderon have been named assistant general managers. Yu was previously the Cavs’ director of […]
Warriors Notes: Curry, Butler, Vogel, Green
Appearing on CNBC on Thursday to discuss his new shoe deal with the Chinese company Li-Ning, Warriors star Stephen Curry once again reaffirmed that he’s committed to Golden State and doesn’t want to finish his NBA career anywhere else. “Not at all,” Curry replied when asked if the idea of going through free agency appeals […]
Jules Bernard (Wolves), David Stockton (Suns) Sign Camp Deals
Free agent guard Jules Bernard has signed a non-guaranteed training camp contract with the Timberwolves, while point guard guard David Stockton has done the same with the Suns, according to Paul Garcia of Spot Up Shot (Twitter links). Bernard, 26, made 19 appearances with the Wizards in 2023/24 while on a two-way contract and was briefly on […]
Raptors Notes: Kawhi, Clips Trade, Barnes, Charles, More
Appearing on TSN earlier this week (YouTube link), ESPN’s Shams Charania discussed the blockbuster trade that finally sent Kawhi Leonard back to the Raptors on Monday after it was initially agreed to on June 30. When asked whether the Clippers and Raptors considered altering the original terms of the deal after Los Angeles was forced […]
Lakers Sign Anton Watson To Exhibit 10 Contract
The Lakers have signed free agent forward Anton Watson to an Exhibit 10 contract, tweets Dan Woike of The Athletic. Watson, who turns 26 years old in October, was the 54th overall pick in the 2024 draft. He spent 2024/25 — his rookie season — on a two-way contract with Boston and New York, making […]
Atlantic Notes: Bona, Edgecombe, Knicks, MPJ, Nets
Sixers center Adem Bona has been diagnosed with a left foot sprain following an MRI and is expected to be reevaluated at the start of training camp in a couple weeks, the team announced in a press release (Twitter link via Kyle Neubeck of PHLY Sports). According to Tony Jones of The Athletic (Twitter link), […]
Suns Sign, Waive Jordan Schakel; Cavs Cut Sean McNeil
The Suns signed free agent guard/forward Jordan Schakel on Wednesday, according to RealGM’s official log of NBA transactions, then waived him on Thursday, per NBA.com’s transactions log. Keith Smith of Spotrac confirms (via Twitter) that Schakel signed an Exhibit 10 deal with Phoenix. He’s now eligible to earn a bonus worth up to $91K on […]
Warriors Announce Updates To Basketball Operations Dept.
Veteran NBA head coach Frank Vogel has officially been named associate head coach of the Warriors, the team confirmed Thursday in a press release (Twitter link). The news of Vogel’s hiring was first reported in July. Vogel, who holds 12 years of head coaching experience in the league, spent last season as the top assistant […]
Former Knick Mike Sweetney Dies At Age 43
Former NBA lottery pick Mike Sweetney has died at the age of 43, his wife India announced on Thursday in a social media post (story via Justin Terranova of The New York Post). “With the heaviest hearts, we are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved Michael,” India wrote on Facebook. “To know […]
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