June 5, 2025
Los Angeles Clippers forward
Nicolas Batum will likely spend another campaign with the team. According to Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype, the Clippers expect the French veteran to return for next season. Batum, who will celebrate his 37th birthday in December, has a $4.9 million player option for 2025-26. This season, Batum averaged 4.0 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 1.1 assists in 17.5 minutes. While his fantasy value is at an all-time low, the Clippers appear to value Batum's veteran presence highly and want to keep him around for a little longer. In a recent interview with BeIN Sports, Batum mentioned that "there's a very good chance" next season will be his last in the NBA.
--Taavi PailkSource: Michael Scotto
June 5, 2025
Phoenix Suns point guard
Tyus Jones may once again be on the move this offseason. Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype reports that the Sacramento Kings are keeping tabs on Jones, who is set to become an unrestricted free agent. Jones reportedly sacrificed money and term last summer to sign with the Suns in hopes of contending for a championship. Unfortunately, reality turned out to be completely different. He's had three teams in three seasons and seems poised to move on again. The 29-year-old appears to be a good fit for the Kings, who lost their point guard
De'Aaron Fox to the San Antonio Spurs midseason. Jones has provided solid value to fantasy managers, averaging 10-plus points for three consecutive seasons. He also recorded 2.3 rebounds and 5.3 assists this season, while shooting 41.4 percent from downtown on 5.0 attempts.
--Taavi PailkSource: Michael Scotto
June 5, 2025
Houston Rockets forward/center
Jeff Green will turn 39 in August but wants to play two more years in the NBA. "I want to play as long as I can," the veteran said on The Zach Lowe Show. "The goal is to get to 20 years, so two shy. Houston has been home for me for the last couple of years, and I want to keep it that way. Hopefully, we can make something work where I can retire there, whether it be 20 or 21 years. My wife says 20 and that's it. So, I think I know what that is. So, two more years it is." Considering he missed the entire 2011-12 campaign due to open-heart surgery, Green's longevity in the game has been remarkable. However, it's been a few years since he was a factor in fantasy basketball. In 2024-25, Green was limited to 5.4 points and 1.8 rebounds in 12.4 minutes across 31 games.
--Taavi PailkSource: Matt Young
June
5,
2025
Houston
Rockets
center
Steven
Adams
is
scheduled
to
become
an
unrestricted
free
agent
in
the
summer,
but
the
team
is
hoping
to
keep
him
around.
Team
sources
have
told
The
Athletic's
Kelly
Iko
that
Adams
is
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June 5, 2025
Houston Rockets point guard
Fred VanVleet is expected to remain with the team for the 2025-26 season. League sources have told The Athletic's Kelly Iko that the likelihood of VanVleet playing for a different team next season is "slim." The 31-year-old has a $44.9 million player option for next season, but Iko points out that he could also negotiate a new deal with the Rockets at a lower, team-friendly salary. VanVleet's time in Houston has been marked by ups and downs. During his debut season last year, he achieved a career-high of 8.1 assists, but in 2024-25, his numbers declined across most categories, averaging 14.1 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 5.6 assists. He shot just 37.8 percent from the field, his lowest percentage since his rookie year in 2016-17. Fantasy managers will undoubtedly hope for a bounce-back year from VanVleet next season.
--Taavi PailkSource: Kelly Iko
June 4, 2025
According to Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype, "several executives" around the National Basketball Association believe Boston Celtics center
Kristaps Porzingis could be traded. The veteran is due to make nearly $31 million during the 2025-26 campaign. However, he's entering the final season of his current contract, so the franchise may look to move him while trying to avoid "massive tax implications." Porzingis played a significant role in helping the Celtics capture an NBA title. Unfortunately, he appeared in only 42 regular-season games in 2024-25 and was also limited by an illness during the playoffs. With that said, Porzingis is a productive fantasy option. However, his various health issues over the years will continue to negatively impact his fantasy value moving ahead.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Michael Scotto
June 4, 2025
According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Cleveland Cavaliers assistant Jordan Ott was named the new head coach of the Phoenix Suns. Phoenix hasn't had any luck on the coaching front in recent years, with the team firing Frank Vogel and Mike Budenholzer, who each served as the head coach for only one season. Now they are on to Ott, who has also spent time with the Hawks, Nets, and Lakers, and he will be tasked with turning around a franchise that fell short of making the play-in game last season. On a larger scale, only time will tell if the hiring will keep
Kevin Durant on the roster, a player who many believe will be traded this offseason.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Shams Charania
June 4, 2025
According to New Orleans Pelicans executive vice president of basketball operations Joe Dumars, the organization intends to keep forward
Zion Williamson on the roster. "I've had some really good conversations with Zion," said Dumars. "I've had some real honest conversations with him. We're going forward with Zion. He's going to continue to be a focal point here as we go forward." A woman the former Blue Devil dated filed a lawsuit recently, alleging rape and abuse. But as far as his issues on the court, he has had trouble staying healthy, appearing in 30 games or fewer four times during his career, including missing the entire 2021-22 campaign. However, Williamson is as good as it gets when healthy, averaging 24.7 points, 6.6 rebounds, 4.3 assists, and 1.0 steals in 214 regular-season contests. If he can remain off the injury report, he has All-Star upside. Still, fantasy managers who pick Williamson in drafts heading into the season will be taking a gamble based on his numerous ailments over the years.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Rod Walker
June 3, 2025
According to ESPN's Shams Charania, New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau was fired on Tuesday. The Knicks were able to get by the Boston Celtics in the Conference Semifinals. However, after the team fell to the Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals, the move was made to relieve Thibodeau of his duties. The 67-year-old served as the Knicks' head coach for five seasons, amassing a 226-174 regular-season record. He also led the team to the postseason four times during his time at the helm while guiding New York to its first Eastern Conference Finals appearance in 25 years. It's unknown what the future holds for Thibodeau, but he'll likely have opportunities for other coaching vacancies moving ahead. As far as the Knicks are concerned, there are plenty of names who are available to take over, specifically, former Nuggets head coach Michael Malone.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Shams Charania
June
3,
2025
Los
Angeles
Lakers
guard
Bronny
James
Jr.
could
be
part
of
the
regular
rotation
with
the
team
next
season.
The
20-year-old
was
very
little
involved
during
his
rookie
campaign,
playing
a
total
of
181
minutes
across
27
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June 3, 2025
Dallas Mavericks guard
Dante Exum is scheduled to become a free agent, but there is a good chance he will stick around in Texas. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, Exum and the Mavericks have "mutual interest" to work out a new deal. The Australian veteran is coming off a two-year, $6.15 million contract and has been linked with a move to newly-crowned EuroLeague champion Fenerbahce in Turkey. He may also attract other suitors in the NBA, considering Exum enjoyed a career year in 2024-25 with a scoring average of 9.1 points in 19.1 minutes. He shot an impressive 44.7 percent from three-point range and dished out 2.8 assists. With
Kyrie Irving (knee) expected to be out until at least January, Exum could play a larger role in the Mavericks rotation if he signs a new deal with the team, enhancing his fantasy value.
--Taavi PailkSource: Marc Stein
June 3, 2025
Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward
Nickeil Alexander-Walker is seen as a potential target for the Orlando Magic this offseason. NBA insider Marc Stein has noted that Orlando "is a team to watch as a potential suitor" for Alexander-Walker, who is wrapping up a two-year, $9 million contract and will be an unrestricted free agent. Alexander-Walker is coming off a solid year with the Timberwolves, having averaged 9.4 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 2.7 assists in 25.3 minutes off the bench. He shot 38.1 percent from downtown on 4.5 attempts and improved his stock during the playoffs with a couple of 20-point outings. The Magic were by far the worst three-point shooting team in the league this season, making Alexander-Walker a good fit for them. However, his move to Florida likely won't affect Alexander-Walker's fantasy value, since his role will probably remain the same as it has been with the Timberwolves.
--Taavi PailkSource: Marc Stein
June 3, 2025
Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center
Naz Reid will likely join the free agent pool this offseason. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, many around the league expect Reid to decline his $15 million player option for the 2025-26 campaign. Reid will be seeking a pay rise and possibly a more significant role going forward. Speaking during his exit interview last week, Reid said he "100 percent" sees himself as a starter in the NBA. Reid won the Sixth Man of the Year award last season and followed it up with a career year in 2024-25. He averaged 14.2 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 2.3 assists in 27.5 minutes. In 17 starts, Reid pushed his numbers to 18.3 points, 9.0 rebounds, 3.2 assists, and 1.3 blocks. Fantasy managers can expect similar numbers from him next season if Reid secures a starting role. For that to happen, he will likely need to move away from Minneapolis, as
Rudy Gobert is blocking his path with the Timberwolves.
--Taavi PailkSource: Marc Stein
June 3, 2025
Milwaukee Bucks forward/center
Giannis Antetokounmpo has been linked with a move to the Toronto Raptors. "I don't know if it will happen but I do know there is mutual interest between Antetokounmpo and the Raptors," writes Raptors insider Doug Smith in his mailbag column for the Toronto Star. "The wild card is the cost. But I also think the Raptors are uniquely placed to make an attractive offer that won't ruin their franchise or roster." Antetokounmpo's future in Milwaukee is murky following the team's three consecutive first-round exits in the playoffs. With ESPN's Brian Windhorst recently mentioning that the Raptors are looking for a "big fish" this summer, Antetokounmpo's potential move to north of the border may not be as far-fetched as it seems. Antetokounmpo will turn 31 next season, but the two-time MVP shows no signs of slowing down and should once again be among the first names off the draft board in fantasy leagues this fall.
--Taavi PailkSource: Doug Smith
June 2, 2025
Indiana Pacers forward
Jarace Walker (ankle) is expected to miss "at least" the first two games of the NBA Finals versus OKC. He tweaked his ankle in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the New York Knicks, requiring assistance to the locker room. The 21-year-old was also observed leaving the arena on crutches. Walker has been used sporadically throughout the postseason, averaging only 3.0 points and 1.8 boards in 9.8 minutes of action. That likely won't change if he's cleared to return during the finals. But his absence should at least give a few more minutes to
Obi Toppin and
Bennedict Mathurin from off the bench, slightly increasing their DFS potential.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Dustin Dopirak
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