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Spurs Re-Sign Jordan McLaughlin to One-Year Deal
The San Antonio Spurs are bringing back point guard Jordan McLaughlin on a one-year deal. According to ESPN's Shams Charania, McLaughlin has agreed to a $3 million deal. The 29-year-old was acquired by the Spurs from the Sacramento Kings last season in the De'Aaron Fox trade. McLaughlin was a third-string guard on the squad, averaging […]
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Dylan Harper Out Thursday, Expected to Play Saturday
San Antonio Spurs guard Dylan Harper (groin) will sit out Thursday's Las Vegas Summer League clash against the Philadelphia 76ers but is expected to suit up later in the week. Tom Orsborn of the San Antonio Express-News reports that the Spurs "expect him to be ready for Saturday." On Saturday, San Antonio will face Cooper […]
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Chet Holmgren Agrees to Rookie Max Extension
Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Chet Holmgren has agreed to a fully guaranteed five-year maximum rookie contract extension, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. The deal could be worth up to $250 million. Holmgren just finished his third NBA season, averaging 15.0 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 2.2 blocks in 27.4 minutes. He was limited to 32 […]
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Malaki Branham Traded to Washington
The San Antonio Spurs have traded guard Malaki Branham to the Washington Wizards. Branham was shipped out along with fellow guard Blake Wesley and a second-round draft pick in exchange for big man Kelly Olynyk. He will leave Texas after averaging only 9.1 minutes per game in 2024-25. Overall, Branham posted 8.5 points and 2.0 […]
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Blake Wesley Moves to Washington
The Washington Wizards have acquired guard Blake Wesley in a trade with the San Antonio Spurs. Wesley was part of a deal that saw San Antonio land veteran big man Kelly Olynyk. The 22-year-old moves to D.C. after spending three seasons with the Spurs. He averaged 3.7 points and 2.0 assists in 11.8 minutes per […]
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Kelly Olynyk on the Move Again
The San Antonio Spurs have acquired forward/center Kelly Olynyk in a trade with the Washington Wizards. The Wizards only recently picked up Olynyk from the New Orleans Pelicans but are moving him on in exchange for guards Malaki Branham, Blake Wesley, and a 2026 second-round pick. Olynyk will add depth behind star big man Victor […]
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Anthony Davis Recovering From Eye Surgery
Dallas Mavericks forward/center Anthony Davis has undergone a procedure to repair a detached retina that he suffered during the season, per ESPN's Shams Charania. The star big man is expected to be fully healthy for training camp. Davis is gearing up for his first full campaign in Dallas. Due to a groin injury, he was […]
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Nikola Jokic to Delay Extension Talks Until 2026
Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic has no interest in signing a contract extension this offseason. The three-time MVP is eligible to sign a three-year, $200 million extension until Oct. 20, but he reportedly plans to delay contract negotiations until next summer. In 12 months, Jokic could earn an extra $77 million on his contract. Currently, […]
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Tyler Johnson Retires After 13 NHL Seasons
Forward Tyler Johnson has announced his retirement from the NHL. He made 747 regular-season appearances in the league, recording 193 goals and 433 points. Johnson became a two-time Stanley Cup champion with the Tampa Bay Lightning, who signed him as an undrafted free agent in 2011. The 5-foot-8 forward also suited up for the Chicago […]
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Jack McBain Inks New Five-Year Deal with Mammoth
Utah Mammoth forward Jack McBain has agreed to a five-year, $21.25 million contract with the team. The two parties reached an agreement on a new deal a little over 24 hours after the team elected salary arbitration with the restricted free agent forward. With the 2024-25 campaign, McBain completed a two-year, $3.2 million contract. The […]
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Cam York Re-Signs with Flyers for Five Years
Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Cam York has re-upped with the team, signing a five-year contract worth $25.75 million. He was a restricted free agent after completing a two-year, $3.2 million deal. York receives a big boost in salary with his new deal, but it could still end up being a favorable contract for the team, considering […]
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Kobe Bufkin Cleared for Summer League Action
Atlanta Hawks point guard Kobe Bufkin (shoulder) is expected to return to the court in the Las Vegas Summer League. The 21-year-old saw his 2024-25 campaign end early due to a right shoulder surgery. Before he was shut down in December, Bufkin averaged 5.3 points and 1.7 assists in 12.4 minutes. Due to health issues, […]
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Vasilije Micic Agrees to Contract Buyout with Bucks
The Milwaukee Bucks and point guard Vasilije Micic have agreed to a contract buyout. The 31-year-old gave up $6.1 million of his $8.1 million salary as part of the agreement, with the Bucks stretching the remaining salary on Micic's contract over the next three seasons. Micic is expected to resume his career in Europe. As […]
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Pacers Bring Back James Wiseman
The Indiana Pacers have signed center James Wiseman (Achilles) to a two-year deal. The minimum-salary contract is reportedly partially guaranteed and includes a team option for the second year. Wiseman signed a similar pact with the Pacers last July, but he tore his left Achilles in the season opener against the Detroit Pistons and missed […]
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Tyrese Haliburton to Miss Entire 2025-26 Campaign
Indiana Pacers point guard Tyrese Haliburton (Achilles) will sit out the entire 2025-26 NBA campaign after having surgery to repair a torn right Achilles tendon. "I have no doubt that he will be back better than ever," Pacers president Kevin Pritchard said Monday. "The surgery went well. It was a little higher and he gets […]
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Paolo Banchero Signs Historic Five-Year Extension with Magic
Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero has agreed to a five-year rookie max extension worth $239 million, which could reach approximately $287 million should he become eligible for a supermax deal. The agreement includes a player option for the final year in 2030-31. It's the largest contract in Magic history, topping a $224 million pact Franz […]
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Sonny Milano on Track to Be Ready for Training Camp
Washington Capitals left wing Sonny Milano (upper body) is expected to be ready for the start of training camp in the fall. "I actually talked to Sonny a few weeks ago and he feels good," Capitals general manager Chris Patrick said on Saturday. "He's preparing to be a player for us in training camp. He […]
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Jakub Dobes Signs Two-Year Deal with Canadiens
Montreal Canadiens goaltender Jakub Dobes has re-signed with the team, agreeing to a two-year, $1.93 million pact. Dobes made his NHL debut during the 2024-25 campaign, posting a 7-4-3 record across 15 starts. He became the 13th goaltender in NHL history to go 5-0-0 in his first five career games, and only the fourth netminder […]
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Hendrix Lapierre Signs One-Year Deal with Capitals
Washington Capitals center Hendrix Lapierre signed a one-year, $850,000 contract with the team on Saturday. The 23-year-old was a restricted free agent after completing his entry-level contract. The Capitals used a first-round pick on Lapierre in 2020 and gave him the third-line center spot for the start of 2024-25. However, Lapierre struggled in the role […]
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Kraken Re-Sign Tye Kartye for Two Years
Seattle Kraken left wing Tye Kartye has re-signed with the team on a two-year, $2.5 million contract. The 24-year-old is set to start his third season with the Kraken after he was picked up as an undrafted free agent. Kartye has been a physical presence in the Kraken lineup, averaging close to four hits per […]
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Dmitri Voronkov Signs Two-Year, $8.35 Million Extension with Blue Jackets
Columbus Blue Jackets forward Dmitri Voronkov has signed a new two-year, $8.35 million contract with the team. He was a restricted free agent following a career year. In 73 outings, Voronkov posted 23 goals and 47 points with 154 shots on goal. His numbers included a team-high eight power-play goals and a stellar plus-17 rating. […]
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Christian Fischer Retires From NHL at 28
Forward Christian Fischer has decided to hang up his skates. The 28-year-old announced his retirement from the NHL in an interview with The Athletic. "It's just more so a decision of moving on into another chapter of my life," Fischer said. "I wish there was a big reasoning why, but in the end, I'm very […]
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Spencer Martin Moves to Russia
Goaltender Spencer Martin has signed a two-year contract with CSKA Moscow in the KHL. He will move overseas after making nine appearances with the Carolina Hurricanes last season. Martin earned seven starts and struggled, posting a 3-4-1 record with a 3.89 goals-against average and a .846 save percentage. The Oakville, Ontario native holds a 24-30-8 […]
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Anthony Beauvillier Re-Signs With Capitals for Two Years
Washington Capitals winger Anthony Beauvillier has re-signed with the team on a two-year, $5.5 million contract. The 28-year-old had an option to leave as an unrestricted free agent but has chosen to stay in D.C. Beauvillier joined the Capitals in March after beginning the 2024-25 campaign with the Pittsburgh Penguins. In 81 games between the […]
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Sharks Claim Nick Leddy Off Waivers
Defenseman Nick Leddy was claimed off waivers on Thursday by the San Jose Sharks. The 34-year-old had a rough campaign with the St. Louis Blues in 2024-25 and was waived by the team earlier in the week. Leddy is entering the final year of his contract, which has an average annual value of $4 million. […]
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Sharks Sign Dmitry Orlov to Two-Year, $13 Million Contract
Defenseman Dmitry Orlov has joined the San Jose Sharks as a free agent. The Russian rearguard, who will celebrate his 34th birthday in a couple of weeks, was handed a two-year, $13 million contract. Orlov is moving to the West Coast after spending the past two seasons with the Carolina Hurricanes. He notched 28 points […]
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Nikolaj Ehlers Joins Hurricanes on Six-Year Contract
Winger Nikolaj Ehlers signed a six-year, $51 million contract with the Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday. He was the biggest name remaining among free agents and reportedly preferred a move to Raleigh over Washington and Utah. Ehlers had spent his entire NHL career so far with the Winnipeg Jets. Last season, the Danish forward had one […]
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Brent Burns Inks One-Year Deal with Avalanche
Defenseman Brent Burns has decided to join the Colorado Avalanche for the 2025-26 NHL campaign, signing a one-year, $1 million pact with the team. Burns may earn a further $3 million with games-played bonuses. The veteran blue-liner, who turned 40 in March, has just finished a three-year spell with the Carolina Hurricanes. He had 29 […]
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Blues Land Pius Suter on Two-Year Deal
The St. Louis Blues have signed forward Pius Suter to a two-year, $8.25 million contract. The Swiss forward was available as a free agent after enjoying a career year with the Vancouver Canucks in 2024-25. Suter notched 25 goals and 46 points in 81 games. The 29-year-old had managed only 53 points (28 goals, 25 […]
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Morgan Frost Agrees to Two-Year Extension with Flames
Calgary Flames center Morgan Frost is re-upping with the team on a two-year, $8.75 million contract. He became a restricted free agent on July 1 after completing a two-year, $4.2 million deal. Frost joined the Flames in January when the Philadelphia Flyers traded him and Joel Farabee in a deal involving Andrei Kuzmenko and Jakob […]
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