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Sixers clear way for Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, trade Johni Broome to Clippers
The 76ers have made the move they needed to complete their offseason plans. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Philadelphia has traded forward Johni Broome and a 2027 second-round pick to the Clippers in exchange for cash considerations. The deal clears a roster spot and enough financial flexibility for the Sixers to sign veteran guard Kentavious […] The post Sixers clear way for Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, trade Johni Broome to Clippers appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Heat’s Bam Adebayo has warning for LeBron after 76ers decision
LeBron James won’t be getting any sympathy from Bam Adebayo. Asked Tuesday about James choosing the 76ers over the Heat in free agency, Adebayo made it clear there are no hard feelings. There is, however, a little extra motivation. “Like I told him in the message, I’m going to bust his a–,” Adebayo said with […] The post Heat’s Bam Adebayo has warning for LeBron after 76ers decision appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Pistons, Jalen Duren expected to remain in contract talks into August
Jalen Duren‘s restricted free agency isn’t expected to end anytime soon. Appearing on ESPN, Shams Charania reported contract talks between the Pistons and the All-Star center are likely to continue “well into August,” with both sides remaining firm in their current positions. “These talks between the Pistons and Jalen Duren, I’m told, will be going […] The post Pistons, Jalen Duren expected to remain in contract talks into August appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Report: FBI seized Lakers owner Mark Walter’s phone, laptop in federal probe
The federal investigation involving Lakers majority owner Mark Walter has reportedly taken another significant turn. According to Bloomberg, FBI agents seized Walter’s mobile phone and laptop while executing a court-authorized search warrant aboard his private plane at Chicago Midway International Airport on Sept. 18, 2025. Bloomberg reported the search was part of a broader federal […] The post Report: FBI seized Lakers owner Mark Walter’s phone, laptop in federal probe appeared first on Ho...
Draymond Green: LeBron James ‘wasn’t able to get over the history’ with Warriors
Draymond Green thinks he knows why the Warriors came up short in the LeBron James sweepstakes. It wasn’t Stephen Curry. It wasn’t the roster. It was everything that came before. Speaking on the latest episode of The Draymond Green Show, Green suggested James ultimately couldn’t get past the history between himself and Golden State after […] The post Draymond Green: LeBron James ‘wasn’t able to get over the history’ with Warriors appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Warriors re-sign Draymond Green to one-year, $27.7 million deal
Draymond Green isn’t going anywhere. Green has agreed to a one-year, $27.7 million contract to remain with the Warriors, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul told ESPN’s Shams Charania. The deal is identical to the player option Green declined earlier this offseason, a move that gave Golden State additional flexibility as it pursued LeBron James in free […] The post Warriors re-sign Draymond Green to one-year, $27.7 million deal appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Rumors: James Harden, Draymond Green, Sixers, Blazers
A couple of familiar names remain on track to stay put, while the 76ers continue looking for financial flexibility. Here’s some of the latest from NBA insider Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. Harden, Cavs still expected to reach deal As we relayed on Hoops Wire, nothing appears to have changed when it comes to […] The post NBA Rumors: James Harden, Draymond Green, Sixers, Blazers appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Mario Hezonja deal with Cavs still being finalized as speculation swirls
Mario Hezonja agreed to join the Cavaliers. Now comes the paperwork. While the Cavs and the veteran forward reached agreement on a one-year contract over the weekend, the deal has not yet become official as the sides work through the remaining steps. According to Marc Stein of The Stein Line, the Cavs are still finalizing […] The post Mario Hezonja deal with Cavs still being finalized as speculation swirls appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Cavs remain interested in Jonathan Kuminga, but Jarrett Allen not part of equation
The Cavaliers haven’t moved on from Jonathan Kuminga. Kuminga hasn’t moved any closer to Cleveland, either. According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, the Cavs remain interested in the unrestricted free agent even after agreeing to a one-year deal with Mario Hezonja. But as ESPN’s Shams Charania previously reported, getting a deal across the […] The post Cavs remain interested in Jonathan Kuminga, but Jarrett Allen not part of equation appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Nuggets still trying to re-sign Peyton Watson amid sign-and-trade buzz
The Nuggets haven’t given up on bringing back restricted free agent Peyton Watson. According to Tony Jones of The Athletic, Denver’s current offer to Watson is worth $70 million over five years, not the four-year, $70 million proposal that had been previously reported. That works out to an average annual salary of $14 million, well […] The post Nuggets still trying to re-sign Peyton Watson amid sign-and-trade buzz appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Bill Simmons blasts Yahoo Sports over LeBron James headline
Bill Simmons wasn’t happy with the way Yahoo Sports framed one of his recent comments about LeBron James and the 76ers. Not even close. After Yahoo promoted Simmons’ podcast with the headline, “Bill Simmons thinks there’s a chance that the 76ers could wind up like the 2012-13 Lakers,” Simmons fired back on X. “This is […] The post Bill Simmons blasts Yahoo Sports over LeBron James headline appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Notes: Lakers, Matisse Thybulle, Mavericks, Dereck Lively II, Nuggets
Lakers The Lakers continue to prioritize defense. Los Angeles officially signed veteran wing Matisse Thybulle to a one-year, veteran’s minimum contract, adding another accomplished perimeter defender to a roster that has undergone significant changes this offseason. Thybulle has never been known for his offense, but he has built a reputation as one of the NBA’s […] The post NBA Notes: Lakers, Matisse Thybulle, Mavericks, Dereck Lively II, Nuggets appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Stephen Curry dominating NBA trade machine as Warriors fans grow restless
The Warriors haven’t traded Stephen Curry. There’s no indication they plan to. But fans apparently have some ideas. According to HoopsHype, HoopsMatic’s trade machine, 13.3 percent of all trades created over the past 24 hours involved Curry. That’s a lot of imaginary blockbusters for a player who has spent his entire career in Golden State. […] The post Stephen Curry dominating NBA trade machine as Warriors fans grow restless appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Latest on James Harden
James Harden still hasn’t officially re-signed with the Cavaliers. That doesn’t mean anyone should expect a surprise. ESPN’s Shams Charania said Monday on NBA Today that he fully expects Harden to return to Cleveland in the near future. Harden declined his $42.3 million player option on June 29, with the understanding that he and the […] The post Latest on James Harden appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Cavs among teams that remain interested in DeMar DeRozan
The Cavaliers apparently aren’t finished looking for help on the wing. Per ESPN’s Shams Charania and Hoops Wire sources, Cleveland is among the teams showing interest in free agent DeMar DeRozan. The Heat and Nuggets are also in the mix. “I’m told Miami, Denver and Cleveland are among the teams interested in DeMar DeRozan,” Charania […] The post Cavs among teams that remain interested in DeMar DeRozan appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Sixers expected to receive maximum 34 national TV games after adding LeBron
Get ready to see a lot of the Sixers next season. Philadelphia is expected to receive 34 national television showcases, the maximum permitted under the NBA’s current media rights agreement, according to Front Office Sports. LeBron James will do that for you. The Sixers already figured to command plenty of national attention after adding Jaylen […] The post Sixers expected to receive maximum 34 national TV games after adding LeBron appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Jaylen Brown ‘100% supportive’ of Sixers adding LeBron James
If there were any questions about how Jaylen Brown felt about the Sixers adding another superstar, Shams Charania says there shouldn’t be. Brown was “100% supportive” of Philadelphia signing LeBron James, Charania said during an appearance on Stephen A. Smith’s podcast, via HoopsHype. Interestingly, Brown and James apparently didn’t speak directly during the recruiting process. […] The post Jaylen Brown ‘100% supportive’ of Sixers adding LeBron James appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Trail Blazers, City of Portland remain far apart in arena lease talks
The Trail Blazers and City of Portland remain at odds over a new lease for the Moda Center, with a key City Council vote now a little more than two weeks away. But despite some strong words from city officials, the Blazers say they haven’t decided whether they’ll participate in a council work session Thursday. […] The post Trail Blazers, City of Portland remain far apart in arena lease talks appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Thunder’s cost-cutting moves reportedly about budget, not second apron
The Thunder won the NBA championship in 2025 and contended again last season. Keeping that championship-level roster together is another matter. According to Fred Katz of The Athletic, Oklahoma City’s decisions to move Luguentz Dort, Aaron Wiggins and Isaiah Joe this offseason weren’t primarily about avoiding second-apron restrictions. Instead, ownership is operating within a budget […] The post Thunder’s cost-cutting moves reportedly about budget, not second apron appeared first on Hoops Wi...
Peyton Watson considering $6.5 million qualifying offer with Nuggets
Peyton Watson may be willing to bet on himself. The Nuggets forward is seriously considering accepting his $6.5 million qualifying offer and becoming an unrestricted free agent next summer, sources told Marc Stein of The Stein Line. That would be a fairly significant gamble for Watson, but perhaps an understandable one given the gap between […] The post Peyton Watson considering $6.5 million qualifying offer with Nuggets appeared first on Hoops Wire .
New York living reportedly played role in LeBron James choosing Sixers
LeBron James chose the 76ers because he believes they give him his best chance at another championship. Apparently, geography didn’t hurt, either. A source told Marc Stein of The Stein Line that the opportunity to live in New York City and commute to Philadelphia played a role in James’ decision to sign with the Sixers. […] The post New York living reportedly played role in LeBron James choosing Sixers appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Sixers’ title hopes with LeBron James ‘all come down to Joel’
The 76ers landed LeBron James. Now they need Joel Embiid. That may be the simplest way to describe Philadelphia’s championship hopes after James chose the Sixers in free agency. As ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne reported, sources close to James said he has long respected Embiid’s talent and basketball IQ, even while having concerns about the former […] The post Sixers’ title hopes with LeBron James ‘all come down to Joel’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Mario Hezonja’s improved shooting could be exactly what Cavs need
Mario Hezonja may be returning to the NBA as a much better shooter than when he left it. That’s at least part of the intrigue for the Cavaliers. Kevin O’Connor of Yahoo Sports pointed to one area in particular after Hezonja agreed to a one-year, $2.8 million contract with Cleveland — his improved perimeter shooting. […] The post Mario Hezonja’s improved shooting could be exactly what Cavs need appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NBA Rumors: Jalen Duren, Peyton Watson, Bennedict Mathurin
Most of the NBA’s restricted free-agent business has been settled. Three fairly significant names remain. Jalen Duren, Peyton Watson and Bennedict Mathurin are still unsigned, with each facing a different set of circumstances. Pistons Duren is easily the headliner. The 22-year-old earned his first All-Star selection and third-team All-NBA honors after emerging as Detroit’s second-best […] The post NBA Rumors: Jalen Duren, Peyton Watson, Bennedict Mathurin appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Nets facing decision on Michael Porter Jr. after career year
Michael Porter Jr. sounds like a guy who would be perfectly happy staying in Brooklyn. Whether the Nets feel the same way long-term is the question. Porter is entering the final year of his contract at $40.8 million after averaging 24.2 points, 7.1 rebounds and 3.0 assists last season. He recently said he “cherished” his […] The post Nets facing decision on Michael Porter Jr. after career year appeared first on Hoops Wire .
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