Hornets Have High Hopes for Collin Sexton

Charlotte Hornets guard Collin Sexton is expected to be a big piece for the team in 2025-26. "I've always witnessed him competing at a really high level," Hornets head coach Charles Lee said about Sexton during an appearance on WFNZ radio. "Since he's been around our group, he's elevated the intensity. He's definitely a sociable […]

Rui Hachimura Likely to Start Season Without Contract Extension

Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura is not expected to get a contract extension from the team before the season starts. "With the current intel I have, I do not expect Rui to be extended by the Lakers in the next six weeks," Lakers insider Jovan Buha reported on Buha's Block. "It's certainly possible that […]

Jaime Jaquez Jr. Hopes to Bounce Back in 2025-26

Miami Heat guard/forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. had a miserable sophomore campaign and wants to get back on track in 2025-26. After being one of the standout rookies in 2023-24, Jaquez Jr. lost a regular rotation spot last season and logged only 19 total minutes in the playoffs. "Just going back and watching some film," Jaquez […]

Stephen Curry Ready to Go for New Season

Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry is healthy and ready to go for the new season. Curry missed the end of the 2025 playoffs due to a hamstring injury, but he's now feeling "great" and is nearing the end of his offseason training. "Pacing myself nice," Curry told reporters at his Under Armour Camp. […]

Lester Quinones Agrees to Deal With Magic

Shooting guard Lester Quinones has signed a deal with the Orlando Magic to join the team for training camp, per Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Quinones has made 54 career appearances in the NBA and suited up 11 times last season with the Philadelphia 76ers and New Orleans Pelicans. He had some good performances in New […]

Luka Doncic Cleared to Play on Tuesday Night

According to NBA insider Marc Stein, Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (knee) will play on Tuesday night versus Great Britain. The 26-year-old was injured during Slovenia's EuroBasket exhibition against Latvia on Saturday. Fortunately, he only sustained a contusion and was able to practice on Monday. He appeared in 28 games for the Lakers last […]

Jalen McDaniels Inks Deal With New Orleans

Shams Charania of ESPN reports that the New Orleans Pelicans and free agent forward Jalen McDaniels have agreed to a deal on Monday. McDaniels has posted averages of 3.3 rebounds, 1.2 assists, and 0.7 steals while shooting 44.9 percent from the field. He's recorded 252 career regular-season outings during six NBA seasons spent with Charlotte, […]

N'Faly Dante Signs Deal With Hawks

Michael Scotto of USA Today reports that restricted free-agent center N'Faly Dante and the Atlanta Hawks agreed to a two-way deal worth $4.5 million for two seasons. The 23-year-old made four appearances last season for the Rockets, posting averages of 6.0 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks per contest. He also shot 76.9 percent from […]

Dru Smith Agrees to Deal With Heat

According to Michael Scotto of USA Today, point guard Dru Smith (Achilles) agreed to a three-year, $7.9 million deal with the Miami Heat. Smith has played in 28 regular-season games across three NBA campaigns, mostly with Miami. In 2023-24, his season was cut short due to a torn ACL after just nine outings. His injury […]

Bulls Not Interested in Trading Coby White

According to Ashish Mathur of Dallas Hoops Journal, "multiple teams" have attempted to acquire Chicago Bulls guard Coby White. However, Chicago has "shot down all inquiries." The Bulls have made several moves in the last few seasons that indicates the club is heading in a new direction. Still, it appears the front office isn't looking […]

Dereck Lively II Expected to be Ready for Camp

Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II (foot) underwent surgery in July to remove bone spurs in his right foot. It was the same foot he injured back in January, resulting in a lengthy stint on the shelf. Fortunately, the 21-year-old is expected to be ready for training camp. He averaged 8.7 points, 7.5 rebounds, and […]

Luka Doncic Likely Avoids Serious Injury

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (knee) was injured during Saturday's EuroBasket exhibition versus Latvia after a Slovenian teammate fell on his right knee. Fortunately, the injury "is not believed to be serious," with NBA insider Marc Stein reporting Doncic was diagnosed with a contusion. The 26-year-old was moved to the Lakers ahead of last […]

Tyrese Haliburton No Longer Using a Scooter, Crutches

Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (Achilles) is making progress toward an eventual return to the court. The 25-year-old suffered a torn right Achilles tendon during the Game 7 NBA Finals loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, resulting in surgery. He will miss the entire 2025 campaign. However, there is some good news, with Haliburton recently […]

Haywood Highsmith Dealt to Brooklyn on Friday

According to Shams Charania of ESPN, the Miami Heat traded forward Haywood Highsmith and a 2032 second-round pick to the Brooklyn Nets for a protected 2026 second-round pick on Friday. Highsmith will get a fresh start in Brooklyn after he recovers from a torn meniscus in his right knee, which he suffered while training recently. […]

Amir Coffey Signs One-Year Deal With Bucks

On Thursday, ESPN's Shams Charania reported that the Milwaukee Bucks signed free agent forward Amir Coffey to a one-year contract. Coffey joins the Bucks after spending his first six NBA seasons in Los Angeles with the Clippers. In 2024-25, the 28-year-old appeared in 72 regular-season contests, posting averages of 9.7 points, 2.2 rebounds, and 1.1 […]

Payton Pritchard Reportedly Moving Into Starting Lineup

According to NBA insider Grant Afseth, Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard is expected to move into the starting lineup this season, with Anfernee Simons anticipated to be used as a "high-scoring option off the bench." The Celtics are projected to take a step back, with superstar Jayson Tatum (Achilles) in line to miss the entire […]

Rockets Not Interested in Keeping Kevin Durant with Max Extension

Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant is poised to significantly enhance the team's title hopes in 2025-26. But the leadership in Houston reportedly isn't interested in offering him a maximum contract extension. "Certainly, I think both sides want that to be more than a one-year window," ESPN's Tim MacMahon reported on Wednesday. "But it's not going […]

Isaiah Mobley Joins Turkish Team

Power forward Isaiah Mobley has moved to Europe for the season, signing a deal with Manisa Basket in Turkey. Manisa joined the Turkish championship just a few years ago, so this is quite a coup for the team. Mobley will pause his NBA career after making 23 appearances in the league. Following a couple of […]

Cole Swider Links Up with EuroLeague Powerhouse

Forward Cole Swider has inked a deal with Turkish team Anadolu Efes for the upcoming campaign. Anadolu Efes, which won consecutive EuroLeague titles in 2021 and 2022, picked up Swinder following a standout G League season. The 26-year-old averaged 20.7 points with 44.3 percent shooting from three-point range and grabbed 5.9 rebounds. In the NBA, […]

Ethan Thompson Joins Heat for Training Camp

Shooting guard Ethan Thompson will join the Miami Heat for training camp, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports. The 26-year-old has agreed to an Exhibit 10 contract, meaning Miami now has 18 of its 21 preseason roster spots filled. Thompson, who went undrafted in 2021, is looking to finally break into the NBA after […]

Clippers Add Jason Preston for Training Camp

Point guard Jason Preston has signed a training-camp deal with the Los Angeles Clippers, according to Keith Smith of Spotrac.com. The 26-year-old will try to earn a roster spot in the NBA after missing the entire 2024-25 campaign with a calf strain. Preston started his pro career with the Clippers in 2022-23 and has also […]

Neemias Queta Wants to Raise His Free-Throw Attempts

Boston Celtics center Neemias Queta has a big season coming up, during which he's likely to take on a much bigger role than in previous years. He is focused on improving in 2025-26. "Obviously, I think it's making sure I get in great shape," the Portuguese big man said in an interview with CLNS Media's […]

Celtics Stuggling to Trade Anfernee Simons

Boston Celtics guard Anfernee Simons remains in limbo regarding his future. Sources have told Grant Afseth of FastbreakJournal.com that Boston is having trouble finding a trade partner for Simons' expiring $27.6 million contract. Simons signed a $100 million deal with the Portland Trail Blazers in 2022 and has been productive during the contract, but it […]

Cole Anthony Focuses on Winning with Bucks

Milwaukee Bucks guard Cole Anthony wants to battle for the NBA championship in the upcoming campaign. "I look at it as a great opportunity to enter another team where they have a playoff pedigree and a championship pedigree," Anthony told Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel. "They've won a 'chip there. I just want to […]

Jesse Edwards Moves to Australia

Center Jesse Edwards will kick off the new campaign in Australia after agreeing to join Melbourne United of the NBL. The Dutch seven-footer made his NBA debut last season with the Minnesota Timberwolves, appearing in two games. He played 18 games in the G League with the Iowa Wolves, averaging 11.7 points, 8.3 rebounds, and […]

Kessler Edwards Joins Nuggets

Forward Kessler Edwards has agreed to a deal with the Denver Nuggets. Per Vinny Benedetto of The Denver Gazette, the 25-year-old signed an Exhibit 10 contract. Edwards, who was drafted in the second round in 2021, has already joined his fourth NBA team. In the past season, he featured in 40 games with the Dallas […]

Bradley Beal Feeling Rejuvenated in Los Angeles

Los Angeles Clippers guard Bradley Beal is looking forward to playing for a new team in 2025. "I feel like I've got a new life of rejuvenation," said Beal during a recent interview. "I'm excited about the opportunity, new city, a new environment." Beal was once a top performer in the National Basketball Association. His […]

Luka Doncic Looking "Incredible"

According to an anonymous NBA scout, Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic appears to be in fantastic shape. "Man, he looks incredible," said the scout, who watched Doncic during a recent EuroBasket friendly contest. "He's quicker and more explosive. He's getting by people more easily. I think he's on a mission, man. I think he's […]

Kai Jones Works Out for Heat

Forward/center Kai Jones had a workout for the Miami Heat on Monday, NBA insider Chris Haynes reports. Jones is an unrestricted free agent. He's had a turbulent journey in the NBA since entering the league in 2021 as a first-round pick. After skipping the entire 2023-24 campaign, Jones signed with the Los Angeles Clippers last […]

Russell Westbrook Likely to Join Kings

Point guard Russell Westbrook is expected to end up with the Sacramento Kings for the start of the new season. ESPN's Tim MacMahon reports that league sources consider Sacramento the most likely destination for the former MVP. Westbrook became an unrestricted free agent this offseason after declining a $3.47 million player option to return to […]