Shemar Stewart, Bengals Continue Contract Talks, No Progress Made

According to USA Today's Tyler Dragon, the Cincinnati Bengals and rookie defensive end Shemar Stewart have had recent contract discussions. Unfortunately, nothing came from the talks, with Dragon adding that "a resolution doesn't appear to be in sight." Both sides remain at a stalemate regarding "language" in Stewart's contract, which is reportedly different from Cincinnati's […]

Potential Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade may not Happen Until "August, September"

According to ESPN's Ramona Shelbourne, a potential trade involving Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo may not happen until "August, September." "My sense is just from conversations around the league," said Shelbourne. "I don't think anything will be decided on his end until August, September, because big deals or anything like that, whether he goes or […]

Warriors Decline Recent Offer for Jonathan Kuminga

According to Anthony Slater of The Athletic, the Golden State Warriors declined a sign-and-trade offer for forward Jonathan Kuminga. The proposed deal would have included Devin Carter, Dario Saric, and two second-round draft picks. However, per Slater, the Dubs reportedly "balked" at what the organization viewed as a "buy-low attempt." The 22-year-old had a seesaw […]

Moritz Wagner, Magic Agree to One-Year Deal

According to Josh Robbins of The Athletic, free-agent center Moritz Wagner (knee) agreed to a one-year, $5 million contract with Orlando. The Magic declined his team option at the start of free agency, although there were reports that the club was willing to bring him back. Statistically speaking, the 28-year-old is coming off his best […]

Bradley Beal, Suns Discussing Potential Buyout

According to Duane Rankin of the Arizona Republic, Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal has reportedly been in talks with the team regarding a potential buyout. The veteran has two years, $110 million remaining on his current deal. However, the Suns haven't been able to move him due to his no-trade clause. Beal's production dipped in […]

Jaxson Hayes Staying with the Lakers

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, free-agent center Jaxson Hayes agreed to a one-year deal to remain with the Lakers. The 25-year-old spent the last two seasons in Los Angeles, most recently averaging 6.8 points and 4.8 rebounds in 58 games during the 2024 campaign. The Lakers recently signed Deandre Ayton, who will take over the […]

Damian Lillard "Open" to Signing With a Team This Offseason

According to NBA insider Chris Haynes, free-agent guard Damian Lillard (Achilles) is reportedly "open" to signing with a team. However, he will only agree to a contract "under the right terms and conditions." The 2012 No. 6 overall pick averaged 24.9 points and 7.1 assists last season. Unfortunately, he was limited to 58 games, mostly […]

Kevin Porter Jr., Bucks Reach Agreement on a New Contract

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, free-agent guard Kevin Porter Jr. agreed to a two-year, $11 million contract to remain with the Milwaukee Bucks. The 25-year-old was at his best while a member of the Houston Rockets. However, he still played well after his arrival to the Bucks in a trade from the Los Angeles Clippers […]

Bruce Brown Jr. Heading Back to Denver

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, free-agent forward Bruce Brown Jr. agreed to a one-year deal with the Denver Nuggets. The veteran has bounced around the league since entering the National Basketball Association in 2018. Yet, arguably his best season was when he was with the Nuggets, helping the club capture an NBA championship in 2023. […]

Cameron Johnson Traded to Denver

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Brooklyn Nets are trading forward Cameron Johnson to the Denver Nuggets in exchange for Michael Porter Jr. and an unprotected 2032 first-round draft pick. Statistically speaking, Johnson had the best season of his career in 2024, averaging 18.8 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 39.0% shooting from behind the arc. He […]

Michael Porter Jr. Traded to Brooklyn

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Denver Nuggets are trading forward Michael Porter Jr. to the Brooklyn Nets in exchange for Cameron Johnson. Both players are in line to become unrestricted free agents in a few seasons. After years of trade rumors, it appears Denver is ready to move on from Porter, who hasn't played […]

Hornets Trading Jusuf Nurkic to Utah

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Charlotte Hornets are trading center Jusuf Nurkic to the Utah Jazz in exchange for guard Collin Sexton. The veteran began last season with the Phoenix Suns. Unfortunately, he found himself out of the rotation before being moved to the Hornets. Nurkic wasn't a consistent fantasy producer throughout his 26 […]

Collin Sexton Heading to Charlotte

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Utah Jazz are trading guard Collin Sexton to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for center Jusuf Nurkic. Sexton's best days were when he was a member of the Cleveland Cavaliers. However, he still had some quality seasons in Utah, most recently averaging 18.4 points and 4.2 assists while shooting […]

Cam Thomas Set for Restricted Free Agency

The Brooklyn Nets extended a qualifying offer to guard Cam Thomas, making him a restricted free agent. The 23-year-old averaged a career-high 24 points last season. Unfortunately, nagging hamstring issues limited him to only 25 appearances. It's safe to say the Nets will do what it takes to keep him, especially since the club is […]

Bobby Portis Staying in Milwaukee

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Bobby Portis agreed to a three-year, $44 million contract to remain with the team. It's unknown what the future holds for Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks. However, it's safe to say the move made to retain Portis shows that the franchise wants to stay competitive. The 30-year-old […]

James Harden, Clippers Agree on a New Contract

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden declined his player option. Instead, both sides agreed to a new two-year, $81.5 million contract. The 35-year-old is likely nearing the end of his career. Yet, he's still productive, most recently averaging 22.8 points, 7.2 assists, 5.6 rebounds, and 1.5 steals in 79 games […]

Anfernee Simons "a Possible Re-Trade Candidate"

According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, Boston Celtics guard Anfernee Simons "is a possible re-trade candidate." The 26-year-old, who has one season left on his current deal, was recently acquired from the Portland Trail Blazers in a swap for Jrue Holiday. The Celtics have fielded calls for Derrick White and Jaylen Brown. However, Simons may […]

Isaac Okoro on the Move to Chicago

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Cleveland Cavaliers are trading forward Isaac Okoro to the Chicago Bulls in exchange for guard Lonzo Ball. The 2020 No. 5 overall pick agreed to a three-year, $33 million contract last offseason. Unfortunately, he is coming off the worst year of his career, averaging 6.1 points, 2.4 rebounds, and […]

Lonzo Ball Traded to Cleveland

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Chicago Bulls are trading guard Lonzo Ball to the Cleveland Cavaliers in exchange for forward Isaac Okoro. The Cavs have one of the highest payrolls in the National Basketball Association, so moving on from Okoro can give the team flexibility. It will also give the club another quality bench […]

Ace Bailey to Report to Utah on Saturday

According to ESPN's Jonathan Givony, Utah Jazz forward Ace Bailey plans to report to the team on Saturday. "We've had good communication with Ace Bailey and his representatives," said a Jazz Representative. "We feel good about everything. We'll have a press conference Sunday and practice Monday." The former Scarlet Knight was anticipated to be the […]

Justin Edwards, Sixers Agree on a New Contract

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Philadelphia 76ers declined the $1.9 million team option on forward Justin Edwards. Instead, both sides agreed to a new deal, with the 21-year-old in line to sign a three-year contract. He went undrafted in 2024. Fortunately, Edwards earned a two-way contract last summer before Philly signed him to a […]

Naz Reid Agrees to a New Contract with Minnesota

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center Naz Reid agreed to a five-year, $125 million deal to remain with the team. The 25-year-old was the NBA Sixth Man of the Year in 2024. However, he is coming off arguably the best year of his career, finishing the 2024-25 campaign by averaging 14.2 points and […]

Josh Giddey Receives Qualifying Offer from Chicago

The Chicago Bulls extended a qualifying offer to guard Josh Giddey, making him a restricted free agent. The 2021 No. 6 overall pick spent his first three seasons with the Oklahoma City Thunder before getting traded to Chicago in a deal for Alex Caruso. He had a quality campaign in his first season with the […]

Cedric Coward Drafted by Portland, Traded to Memphis

With the No. 11 pick of the 2025 NBA Draft, the Portland Trail Blazers selected Washington State guard/forward Cedric Coward, who will be traded to the Memphis Grizzlies. The 21-year-old began his collegiate journey at Willamette University, a Division III school, before moving on to Eastern Washington and eventually Washington State. He averaged 17.7 points […]

John Collins Exercises Player Option

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Utah Jazz forward/center John Collins exercised his $26.5 million player option. The 27-year-old averaged 19.0 points, 8.2 rebounds, 1.0 blocks, and 1.0 steals last season. He also shot 39.9% from behind the arc. However, Collins was limited to only 40 games due to various injuries. The Jazz have a developing […]

Fred VanVleet, Rockets Agree on a New Contract

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet agreed to a two-year, $50 million contract with the team. Houston recently acquired Kevin Durant from the Suns in a trade that sent Jalen Green and Dillon Brooks to Phoenix. However, the Rockets improved their championship potential even more by retaining VanVleet, a player who […]

Luka Doncic Focused on Conditioning this Offseason

According to Dan Wolke of The Athletic, Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic is "incredibly committed to his conditioning this offseason.” This has been a topic of discussion, considering the Mavericks apparently had concerns about his dedication to keeping himself in shape. While Doncic has repeatedly stated those reports were blown out of proportion, it […]

Kyrie Irving, Mavs Agree to Three-Year Contract Extension

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (knee) is declining his $43 million player option. Instead, he agreed to a three-year, $119 million contract extension. Without question, Irving is as good as it gets. In 779 regular-season appearances for the Cavs, Celtics, Nets, and Mavericks, the 33-year-old has averaged 23.7 points, 5.6 […]

Kristaps Porzingis Traded to Atlanta

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Atlanta Hawks are acquiring forward/center Kristaps Porzingis from the Boston Celtics as a part of a three-team trade. Included in the deal, guard Terance Mann will be moved to Brooklyn, while forward Georges Niang will head to Boston. The Celtics were expected to make some moves this offseason, with […]

Saddiq Bey Dealt to New Orleans

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Washington Wizards are trading forward Saddiq Bey (knee) to the New Orleans Pelicans in exchange for guard CJ McCollum and forward/center Kelly Olynyk. New Orleans will also receive guard Jordan Poole. Bey has shown flashes of promise during his time in the National Basketball Association. He appeared in 292 […]