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Trey Lyles Joins Real Madrid
Forward Trey Lyles has signed a one-year contract with Real Madrid. The 29-year-old decided to move to Europe after playing 10 seasons in the NBA. Lyles has been a solid contributor wherever he has played, averaging 6.5 points and 4.5 rebounds in 19.6 minutes with the Sacramento Kings last season. Overall, Lyles has racked up […]
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Charles Bassey Signs Exhibit 10 Deal With Hawks
Forward/center Charles Bassey has signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Atlanta Hawks, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype reports. The 24-year-old will compete for a roster spot on a team that appears somewhat shorthanded in the frontcourt. Since making his NBA debut in 2021, Bassey has played in 113 regular-season games. Last season, he made a […]
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Terence Davis Waived by Kings
The Sacramento Kings waived guard Terence Davis on Wednesday. Per Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, Davis had a contract that would have become guaranteed with the first game of the season. The 28-year-old has 228 regular-season contests under his belt but made only one appearance with the Kings in 2024-25. In the G League, Davis notched […]
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Matthew Knies Ready for Bigger Role With Maple Leafs
Toronto Maple Leafs left wing Matthew Knies feels ready to take on a bigger role with the team this season. "I have to perform better and take on a little bit more ice time or take on a bigger role," Knies told The Athletic's Joshua Kloke. "If that's what's needed and expected, then you know […]
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Jack Eichel Unbothered by Lack of Extension
Vegas Golden Knights center Jack Eichel is fully focused on his game and unaffected by the absence of a contract extension. He's set to begin the final season of an eight-year, $80 million deal. "For me, it's business as usual," Eichel said at the NHL/NHLPA North American Player Media Tour on Wednesday. "Things like that […]
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Sidney Crosby Not Thinking About Leaving Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby remains fully committed to the team. "I'm worried about playing for Pittsburgh," Crosby said at the NHL/NHLPA North American Player Media Tour on Tuesday. "I haven't seriously considered anything else." Crosby has been synonymous with the Penguins throughout his 20-year career, but the team's recent lack of success has sparked […]
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Michael Misa Signs Entry-Level Contract With Sharks
San Jose Sharks center Michael Misa officially signed his three-year, entry-level contract on Wednesday. The teenager from Oakville, Ontario, was the second overall pick in this year's draft, joining a talented group of young forwards in San Jose. In 2024-25, Misa led the CHL with 134 points (62 goals, 72 assists) in 65 games. It […]
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Rutger McGroarty Nursing an Injury
Pittsburgh Penguins winger Rutger McGroarty (undisclosed) will not participate in the annual Prospects Challenge, the team announced. The talented forward is dealing with an undisclosed injury. Forward Bill Zonnon (undisclosed) and defenseman Peyton Kettles (undisclosed) will also sit out the action. Updates on the trio are expected before the Penguins' training camp. McGroarty is expected […]
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Kristaps Porzingis Reportedly Still Not Completely Healthy
Atlanta Hawks forward/center Kristaps Porzingis appears to still be struggling with health issues. The Latvian big man featured at the 2025 EuroBasket, averaging 20.2 points, 8.7 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks. However, his health continues to raise concerns. "Scouts were not blown away by the way Kristaps Porzingis looked," ESPN's Brian Windhorst said on The Hoop […]
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Kelly Oubre Jr. Reportedly on the Trade Block
Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Kelly Oubre Jr. is reportedly on the trade block. The team seems ready to part with him to offer restricted free agent Quentin Grimes a better financial package. "There has been buzz all summer long about the Sixers looking to potentially move one of, if not both, Andre Drummond and Kelly Oubre," […]
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Andre Drummond's Future in Philadelphia in Doubt
Philadelphia 76ers center Andre Drummond may start the 2025-26 campaign elsewhere. NBA insider Jake Fischer reported that the team could look to move him to open up more resources for the signing of restricted free agent Quentin Grimes. "There has been buzz all summer long about the Sixers looking to potentially move one of, if […]
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Giannis Antetokounmpo Helps Greece Reach Semis at EuroBasket
Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo scored a game-high 29 points on 9-for-15 shooting, leading Greece to an 87-76 victory over Lithuania in the EuroBasket quarterfinals on Tuesday. The two-time NBA MVP also made a huge impact defensively, snagging four steals and blocking one shot. He finished 11-for-16 at the charity stripe and capped off his […]
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Alperen Sengun Posts Historic Triple-Double
Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun has made history by becoming the youngest player to achieve a triple-double in EuroBasket history. He led Turkey to the semifinals with a 91-77 victory over Poland on Tuesday, finishing the contest with 19 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists. Sengun is now one of only five players to record […]
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Josh Giddey Re-Signs With Bulls for Four Years
Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey has agreed to a four-year, $100 million deal with the team, ending his contract saga. Giddey spent the entire summer as a restricted free agent, with both sides struggling to find common ground in contract negotiations. However, they finally worked out a deal ahead of training camp. Per ESPN's Shams […]
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Shakir Mukhamadullin Joins Informal Skate
San Jose Sharks defenseman Shakir Mukhamadullin (shoulder) participated in Monday's informal skate, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports. Mukhamadullin missed the end of last season due to a shoulder injury. He finished the campaign with 30 appearances, notching nine points (two goals, seven assists) and blocking 51 shots. The 23-year-old appears to be […]
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William Eklund Skates With Sharks
San Jose Sharks left wing William Eklund (wrist) was on the ice for an informal skate on Monday. According to Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now, Eklund worked "without obvious limitation." This is a good sign that Eklund will be ready for the start of the season. The Swedish winger suffered a nasty wrist […]
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Owen Power Back at 100 Percent
Buffalo Sabres defenseman Owen Power (lower body) has returned to full health ahead of the new season. The talented blue-liner sat out Buffalo's final three contests in 2024-25 due to a lower-body issue. "It was definitely a little different summer for sure, for me, but all in all, I think it went really well," Power […]
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Tyler Seguin Cleared for Action
Dallas Stars forward Tyler Seguin (shoulder) is fully healthy ahead of training camp. The veteran suffered a shoulder injury during the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. According to independent Stars beat reporter Robert Tiffin, Seguin described his rehabilitation as "relatively easy" and stated that he's good to go for the start of the season. Last term, […]
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Mathew Barzal Good to Go for Season Opener
New York Islanders forward Mathew Barzal (kneecap) told reporters at the NHL/NHLPA player media tour that he is ready for the start of the season. Barzal's 2024-25 campaign ended in early February when he injured his kneecap and underwent surgery. While he feels ready to play again, Barzal acknowledged that he may never return to […]
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Dustin Wolf Signs Seven-Year Extension
Calgary Flames goaltender Dustin Wolf inked a seven-year contract extension on Tuesday, worth $52.5 million. The deal will begin with the 2026-27 season. Wolf earned the hefty contract following rock-solid play during his rookie year. In 2024-25, he posted a 29-16-8 record, picked up three shutouts, and had a 2.64 goals-against average with a .910 […]
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Mason Jones Takes His Talents to Australia
Guard Mason Jones has joined the Perth Wildcats for the 2025-26 season. The Australian team announced that they have agreed on a one-year contract with Jones, who has played for five NBA teams. Last season, Jones made 10 appearances with the Sacramento Kings. Despite making his NBA debut all the way back in 2020-21, Jones […]
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Talen Horton-Tucker Joins Reigning EuroLeague Champions
Shooting guard Talen Horton-Tucker will suit up for the reigning EuroLeague champions, Fenerbahce, in 2025-26. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, Horton-Tucker had a 21-day window to seek an NBA contract before formally joining the Turkish team. It looks like he couldn't attract offers good enough to keep him in the league. Horton-Tucker won the […]
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Malcolm Brogdon on Knicks' Radar
Guard Malcolm Brogdon has been linked with the New York Knicks. Ian Begley of SNY reports that Brogdon is among the candidates to fill the Knicks' final roster spot, along with Landy Shamet, who played for the team last season. Brogdon spent the 2024-25 campaign with the Washington Wizards, suiting up for only 24 games […]
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Andrew Wiggins Attracting Interest From Lakers
Miami Heat forward Andrew Wiggins is reportedly attracting interest from the Los Angeles Lakers. In his latest Substack post, NBA insider Marc Stein mentions Wiggins as a potential target for the Lakers, as the team has "interest in adding a two-way swingman who can raise their ceiling." Wiggins only joined the Heat in February when […]
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Heat Interested in Reunion With Precious Achiuwa
The Miami Heat reportedly have forward/center Precious Achiuwa on their radar, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports. Jackson notes that "several other teams" have also expressed their interest in Achiuwa, who is a free agent following the completion of a one-year, $6 million deal with the New York Knicks. Achiuwa spent his rookie campaign […]
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Elias Pettersson Feeling "Good" Ahead of Season
Vancouver Canucks forward Elias Pettersson (oblique) is completely healthy heading into the new season and confident he can return to top form. "Obviously, I feel good," Pettersson told reporters on Monday. "It's been a long summer, so I just tried to add some muscles and be ready to be myself again out there. And I […]
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Alex Formenton Rejoins Swiss Team
Left wing Alex Formenton has re-signed with HC Ambri-Piotta of the Swiss National League. It's a four-month deal that includes an option to extend it through the end of the season. Formenton is one of five players who were charged with sexual assault following an incident in 2018 at a Hockey Canada event celebrating their […]
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Grigori Denisenko Heads Back Home
Left wing Grigori Denisenko has signed a one-year contract with KHL team Ak Bars Kazan. The 25-year-old heads back to Russia after suiting up for only one NHL game in 2024-25 with the Vegas Golden Knights. During his stay in North America, Denisenko showed off good scoring ability in the minors, but he made very […]
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Kevin Labanc Joins Hurricanes for Tryout
Right wing Kevin Labanc has signed a professional tryout contract with the Carolina Hurricanes. The 29-year-old speedster will join the team for training camp, seeking to earn a standard contract. Labanc had some early success in his career with the San Jose Sharks, but he hit a wall a couple of campaigns back. In 2024-25, […]
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Ross Colton Healthy for Start of Season
Colorado Avalanche forward Ross Colton (groin) is back to 100 percent for the start of the season. Per Brennan Vogt of Hockey Mountain High, Colton took part in an informal skate on Monday. A pulled groin ended Colton's regular season early in the spring, and he featured in only one playoff game. The 28-year-old also […]
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