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Micah Nori Headlines the Mavs and Blazers Coaching Searches
Minnesota Timberwolves assistant coach Micah Nori has emerged as a top candidate for both of the NBA's remaining head-coaching vacancies, Marc Stein reports. Nori is a confirmed Portland finalist alongside Boston's Tyler Lashbrook and sits among Dallas' leading contenders, with the Mavericks open since parting with Jason Kidd and the Blazers open after Tiago Splitter left for Chicago. The longtime Timberwolves lead assistant has been a head-coaching candidate for years, having stepped in as Minnesota's interim coach during the 2024 playoffs. The fantasy stakes lean toward Dallas, where the incoming staff inherits a roster being rebuilt around guard/forward Cooper Flagg. How they deploy the young cornerstone, on or off the ball, will shape his second-year usage and scoring ceiling. Portland's hire carries lighter fantasy weight, mostly touching the development of its young guards.
Source: Marc Stein
Source: Marc Stein
Kasparas Jakucionis Blocking Out Trade Rumors
Miami Heat guard Kasparas Jakucionis said he is not focused on trade rumors involving Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo, telling Eurohoops, "I can't really control it." The 20-year-old is instead turning his attention to development and Lithuania's upcoming FIBA World Cup 2027 Qualifiers games. Jakucionis had a modest rookie season, averaging 6.2 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 2.6 assists, but his long-term fantasy appeal still comes from size, playmaking, and a path to more on-ball reps. If Miami lands a star without moving Jakucionis, his short-term role could shrink, so this rumor cycle matters more for his immediate opportunity than his long-term fantasy value.
Source: Johnny Askounis
Source: Johnny Askounis
Jazz Torn Between Three Draft Prospects
The Utah Jazz are genuinely torn over their No. 2 pick in next week's NBA Draft, weighing BYU wing AJ Dybantsa, Duke forward Cameron Boozer, and Kansas guard Darryn Peterson, The Athletic's Tony Jones reports. Utah hosted Dybantsa and Boozer for private workouts, while Peterson declined a visit amid confidence he could land at No. 1 with Washington. The Jazz are not expected to be deterred, having drafted Ace Bailey last year after a similarly unusual pre-draft process. For dynasty managers, the fit shapes the payoff. Peterson, an electric scorer, projects as the cleanest positional match and quickest fantasy contributor if he slides to Utah, while Boozer's outlook is cloudier behind a crowded Jazz frontcourt. Dybantsa, who averaged a nation-leading 25.5 points at BYU, remains widely projected as the likeliest No. 1 pick, so Utah's choice may not be settled until Washington is on the clock.
Source: Tony Jones
Source: Tony Jones
Bucks Target Miami Youth in Giannis Antetokounmpo Talks
NBA reporter Evan Sidery reports that Milwaukee's asking price in a potential Giannis Antetokounmpo trade with Miami could include Kel'el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kasparas Jakucionis, the No. 13 pick, and a future first, with the Bucks also preferring to reroute Tyler Herro and/or Nikola Jovic for more draft capital. The framework lines up with broader reporting from Marc Stein, and Milwaukee is expected to resolve the situation before the June 23 draft. The fantasy dominoes would be significant. A post-Giannis Bucks team could hand Ware and Jaquez larger developmental roles while putting Myles Turner's long-term role at center in question. In Miami, Antetokounmpo would stay an elite fantasy anchor, though his arrival could trim Bam Adebayo's usage. Herro's outlook is the murkiest, swinging on whether he stays in Milwaukee or gets flipped again.
Source: Evan Sidery
Source: Evan Sidery
Warriors Weigh Trading Down in Next Week's NBA Draft
The Golden State Warriors may be open to trading down in next week's NBA Draft, the San Francisco Chronicle's Ron Kroichick reports, citing a Monday workout at Chase Center stocked with prospects projected to land below their No. 11 slot. Golden State owns its highest pick in five years after an injury-marred 37-45 season. Bringing in players like Houston big man Chris Cenac Jr., a projected mid-to-late first-round selection, hints at interest in sliding back for extra assets. For fantasy purposes, the takeaway is muted: any rookie would still have to fight for minutes on a veteran core built around Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and Jimmy Butler, who is recovering from a torn right ACL and faces uncertainty for the start of next season. A move down would likely push rookie fantasy relevance further out while signaling the front office values flexibility and immediate roster help.
Source: Ron Kroichick
Source: Ron Kroichick
Bogdan Bogdanovic Drawing European Interest
LA Clippers guard/forward Bogdan Bogdanovic has drawn interest from Real Madrid and Panathinaikos, according to Sportando. The report notes that Bogdanovic's contract is set to expire soon, although the Clippers hold an option to extend the deal for one more season. The 33-year-old had a quiet 2025-26 campaign, averaging 7.4 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 2.2 assists while shooting 38.8 percent from the field. A return to Europe would remove him from NBA fantasy consideration, while another year with the Clippers would likely leave him as more of a fringe shooting specialist than a steady contributor.
Source: Sportando
Source: Sportando
Dario Saric Inks Multi-Year Deal with Istanbul Powerhouse
Croatian forward/center Dario Saric is leaving the NBA to sign a 2+1 contract with Anadolu Efes Istanbul, returning to the Turkish club he last played for before joining the Philadelphia 76ers in 2016. The 32-year-old made the NBA All-Rookie First Team with Philadelphia in 2017 but spent his final NBA seasons as a deep reserve, playing sparingly for Denver and Sacramento before being moved through Chicago and Detroit and waived in February. Saric appeared in only five games in 2025-26, averaging 1.0 points, 1.2 rebounds, and 0.4 assists. For fantasy managers, there is nothing to chase here: Saric was already off the NBA radar, and the EuroLeague move takes him off NBA fantasy boards for the foreseeable future.
Source: Matteo Andreani
Source: Matteo Andreani
Aaron Gordon Could be on Offseason Trade Radar
Denver Nuggets forward/center Aaron Gordon is drawing trade interest from teams around the league, according to NBA insider Marc Stein. The 30-year-old remains a key piece for Denver, but his name makes sense as an offseason target because of his defensive versatility, finishing, and improved floor spacing. Gordon averaged 16.2 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 2.7 assists in 2025-26, shooting 49.7 percent from the field. A trade could give him a cleaner offensive role, although his fantasy ceiling still depends heavily on whether he lands somewhere that asks him to create more rather than simply finish plays.
Source: Marc Stein
Source: Marc Stein
Darryn Peterson Limits Pre-Draft Visits to Washington
Kansas guard Darryn Peterson has met with only the Washington Wizards ahead of the June 23-24 NBA Draft and does not plan to grant another team a visit, ESPN's Shams Charania and Jeremy Woo report. The freshman guard, long viewed as a top-two prospect, is betting Washington takes him at No. 1. Rival AJ Dybantsa visited both the Wizards and the Jazz (No. 2), and some around the league believe his scoring-wing profile better fits what Washington wants, so Peterson's landing spot is not settled. For dynasty managers, that matters. A backcourt already holding Trae Young, Tre Johnson, and Bub Carrington would crowd his early usage, while a slide to Utah could open a cleaner runway. Peterson averaged 20.2 points and 4.2 rebounds at Kansas but appeared in just 24 games because of hamstring and ankle trouble.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Walker Kessler Displeased with Jazz Front Office
Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler is displeased with the front office's handling of his pending restricted free agency, according to Sam Amick of The Athletic. The 24-year-old was positioned for a meaningful contract year before left shoulder surgery ended his season after only five starts. Kessler still averaged 14.4 points, 10.8 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 1.4 steals, and 1.8 blocks in 30.8 minutes, reminding fantasy managers why his category profile remains so valuable. Restricted free agency usually gives the Jazz control, but a tense process could add short-term uncertainty to one of the league's better rebound-and-block anchors.
Source: Sam Amick
Source: Sam Amick
Alexandre Sarr Has Surgery on Fractured Foot
Washington Wizards center Alexandre Sarr (foot) underwent surgery on Monday to repair a fractured right foot, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. Sarr suffered the injury on a contact play during an offseason workout late last week, but he is expected to be healthy for the start of the season. The 21-year-old took a strong step forward in 2025-26, averaging 16.3 points, 7.4 rebounds, 2.7 assists, and 2.0 blocks across 48 starts. Availability remains the only real concern after he missed 34 games last season, but the start-of-season expectation keeps his fantasy outlook mostly intact.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Bulls Name Tiago Splitter as New Head Coach
The Chicago Bulls have officially named Tiago Splitter as their new head coach, the team announced, after ESPN's Shams Charania earlier reported the franchise was finalizing the hire of the Portland Trail Blazers interim coach. The 41-year-old replaces Billy Donovan and arrives with a reputation for player development, having guided Portland to a 42-40 record and a playoff berth after taking over for Chauncey Billups last season. Chicago landed on Splitter for that development track record, which matters most for Matas Buzelis. The breakout forward started a team-high 77 games and posted a 41-point night at Golden State in March, profiling as the clearest beneficiary of a coach schooled in the Gregg Popovich system. Guard Josh Giddey is the other piece to watch after averaging 17.0 points, 9.1 assists, and 8.3 rebounds, with the No. 4 pick in next week's draft adding another project to the room.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Suns Face Bouyea Option Call, with Mark Williams the Name to Watch
The Phoenix Suns face a busy offseason headlined by Jamaree Bouyea's $2.6 million team option and a group of internal free agents, including Jordan Goodwin, Collin Gillespie, Amir Coffey, and Mark Williams. Most of these are depth decisions with little fantasy weight, with Gillespie and Goodwin reported as the Suns' top re-sign priorities after Gillespie's breakout 12.7 points and 4.6 assists. The name fantasy managers should track is Williams, a restricted free agent and the only center among this free-agent group. He posted a career-high 60 games this season, a step forward for a player whose career average sits near 41 games a year, so his health and where he signs will decide his streaming value. If Phoenix retains him, he profiles as a useful per-minute rebounding and scoring big whenever he is on the floor.
Source: John Voita
Source: John Voita
Nikola Topic Expected to be Ready for Training Camp
According to Marc Stein, Oklahoma City Thunder guard Nikola Topic (back) is expected to be ready for the start of training camp after undergoing a minimally invasive lumbar microdiscectomy procedure. The 20-year-old will miss Summer League, but the training-camp target keeps his 2026-27 developmental track intact. Topic appeared in 10 regular-season games last season, averaging 5.2 points, 1.9 rebounds, and 4.4 assists while showing flashes as a table-setter. Oklahoma City's backcourt is already crowded, so his early fantasy appeal will likely depend on injuries or a larger-than-expected second-unit role. Still, his passing profile makes him worth monitoring once preseason rotations take shape.
Source: Marc Stein
Source: Marc Stein
Franz Wagner Hopes to Move Past Injury Setbacks
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner opened up to Cyro Asseo of HoopsHype about a frustrating injury-plagued year, saying the repeated rehab process was tough and that he probably should not have played during Orlando's Berlin game. The 24-year-old was limited to 34 regular-season games because of a recurring left high ankle sprain before a right calf strain knocked him out late in the first round. When available, Wagner still averaged 20.6 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 3.3 assists while shooting 48.1 percent from the field. Under new head coach Sean Sweeney, Wagner's health is one of Orlando's biggest fantasy swing factors. A clean offseason would put him back in position to provide efficient scoring, rebounds, assists, and enough steals to remain a strong multi-category option next to Paolo Banchero.
Source: Cyro Asseo
Source: Cyro Asseo
