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Pete Nance Agrees to Two-Year Deal With Bucks
The Milwaukee Bucks have signed forward Pete Nance to a two-year, veteran-minimum contract, according to Jake Fischer. The Bucks waived Nance last week, but have decided to bring him back on a two-year, non-guaranteed deal. This past season, Nance averaged 5.4 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.0 assists across 15.7 minutes per game in 47 contests. This was the most that Nance has played since entering the league with the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2023. It's unclear if the 26-year-old will even have a consistent role in the rotation, but they've decided to bring him back as depth.
Source: Jake Fischer
Source: Jake Fischer
Charles Bassey Lands With Warriors
The Golden State Warriors have signed forward/center Charles Bassey to a one-year deal on Thursday. The Warriors decided not to match the offer sheet on Quinten Post, so he'll head to the Memphis Grizzlies. It didn't take them long to find another big man as they signed Bassey on what is assumed to be a veteran minimum deal. Bassey played with four organizations this past season, including the Warriors. He has bounced around in the league, but only played minutes in the teens when he was getting consistent playing time. He'll likely be a reserve option for the Warriors, but there's no guarantee that Bassey will be a significant part of the rotation.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Kawhi Leonard Trade on Hold Due to Ongoing Investigation
The Los Angeles Clippers recently agreed to trade forward Kawhi Leonard to the Toronto Raptors. In exchange, the Clippers get back Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, and draft compensation. This deal was done at the end of June, but has been put on hold while the league continues its investigation into the Clippers' Aspiration scandal. There is a possible outcome where Leonard faces a suspension for his involvement in this scandal. The expectation is that Leonard will be allowed to play, and this deal will be completed ahead of training camp. There should be more details on this situation in the coming weeks.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Jordan Clarkson Heading Back to the Knicks
The New York Knicks have agreed to terms on a one-year deal with guard Jordan Clarkson on Thursday. According to Shams Charania, Clarkson is headed back to New York on a one-year, $3.9 million deal for the 2026-2027 season. Clarkson was a valuable depth piece on this roster during their championship run. He averaged 8.6 points, 1.3 assists, and 1.8 rebounds in 17.8 minutes per game across 72 contests last season. The 34-year-old figures to have a similar role on this roster again next season. Clarkson probably won't have nightly fantasy value as a rotational piece, but this is a solid move for the Knicks roster.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Collin Murray-Boyles Looking to Expand Game After All-Rookie Season
Toronto Raptors forward Collin Murray-Boyles is expected to take on more on-ball work in the Las Vegas Summer League, according to Michael Grange of Sportsnet. Raptors assistant Ivo Simovic, who will coach Toronto's Summer League team, said the club needs Murray-Boyles to become less one-dimensional as it pushes him toward a bigger role. The No. 9 pick averaged 8.5 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 1.9 assists as a rookie before jumping to 14.4 points, 6.4 boards, 2.4 assists, 1.3 steals, and 1.1 blocks in the playoffs. The defensive stats already carry fantasy appeal, but added ball-handling and shooting growth would raise his ceiling.
Source: Michael Grange
Source: Michael Grange
Terry Rozier Seeking an NBA Return Amid Legal Issues
Former Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier wants to play in the NBA again while fighting sports gambling charges, according to the Associated Press. His path back remains complicated, as bail conditions currently limit his travel and bar contact with certain potential witnesses. Rozier remains a free agent after Miami released him in April, and he missed the 2025-26 season after being placed on leave. Even before his legal hurdles, the 32-year-old struggled to produce, averaging just 10.6 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 2.6 assists while shooting 39.1 percent from the field across 64 games in 2024-25. His fantasy profile remains entirely on hold until he signs with a team and his court restrictions are eased enough for him to take the floor.
Source: MICHAEL R. SISAK
Source: MICHAEL R. SISAK
Stephen Silas Set to Join Darko Rajakovic's Raptors Staff
According to Michael Grange of Sportsnet, the Toronto Raptors are expected to hire long-time NBA assistant Stephen Silas to join Darko Rajakovic's coaching staff. He replaces James Wade and Mike Batiste, who recently accepted a role with Panathinaikos. Silas brings over two decades of experience, highlighted by a three-year run as head coach of the Houston Rockets. While an assistant hire rarely carries direct fantasy value, Silas adds important offensive structure and a proven track record of guard development. With Rajakovic recently signing a multi-year extension and the front office reacquiring Kawhi Leonard to pair with Scottie Barnes, Toronto's rotation philosophy is taking a much clearer shape. The coaching staff now offers fantasy managers a reliable baseline for how minutes will be distributed during training camp.
Source: Michael Grange
Source: Michael Grange
Egor Demin Shows More Aggressive Attack for Nets
Brooklyn Nets guard Egor Demin has made his improved offensive aggression a key Summer League storyline, according to Brian Lewis of the New York Post. Demin reportedly added 13 to 15 pounds in the offseason and has looked more comfortable using his size to get into the paint. The 20-year-old averaged 10.3 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 3.3 assists as a rookie last season, but his fantasy ceiling depends on turning that playmaking base into more efficient scoring. If the added strength leads to more rim pressure and free-throw chances, Demin could take a useful second-year step.
Source: Brian Lewis
Source: Brian Lewis
Jonas Valanciunas Drawing Knicks Interest in Free Agency
Free-agent center Jonas Valanciunas is among the centers on the New York Knicks' radar, according to SNY's Ian Begley. The Knicks had interest in Valanciunas during the 2024 offseason, and Begley noted that New York would have solid center depth if he chooses them in free agency. The veteran big man averaged 8.7 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 1.2 assists in 65 games last season while playing a limited role in Denver. New York already added Andre Drummond behind Karl-Anthony Towns, so Valanciunas would likely need a clear backup role to regain fantasy relevance. His best path remains rebounds, efficient scoring, and short-minute double-double production.
Source: Ian Begley
Source: Ian Begley
Bennedict Mathurin Remains a Clippers Priority in Free Agency
Los Angeles Clippers guard/forward Bennedict Mathurin remains a player the team wants to keep in restricted free agency, according to ESPN's Ohm Youngmisuk. The Clippers tendered Mathurin a qualifying offer, giving them matching rights, and he averaged 17.6 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 2.4 assists across 54 games last season. The scoring and free-throw volume keep him fantasy-relevant when the minutes are steady, but his 31.5 percent shooting from deep limits the ceiling. A return to Los Angeles would keep him in the mix for a real role, though his value still depends on starter-level minutes and improved efficiency.
Source: Ohm Youngmisuk
Source: Ohm Youngmisuk
Peyton Watson Drawing Interest from Clippers
Denver Nuggets forward Peyton Watson is receiving interest from the Los Angeles Clippers, according to ESPN's Ohm Youngmisuk. The Nuggets can match any offer sheet for the restricted free agent and reportedly want to keep him, though a sign-and-trade remains possible. Watson broke out last season with 14.6 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game, and his defensive profile gives him a cleaner fantasy path than most low-usage wings. A Clippers move could help if it brings starter-level minutes, but the roster still has Brandon Ingram, Bennedict Mathurin, Rui Hachimura, and Jordan Miller in the wing mix.
Source: Ohm Youngmisuk
Source: Ohm Youngmisuk
Micah Potter to be Waived by Pacers
Indiana Pacers center Micah Potter will be waived to complete the team's signing of Larry Nance Jr., according to Alex Golden of Setting The Pace. Potter's $2.8 million contract was non-guaranteed, and the move creates a small cap savings for Indiana after adding Nance on a veteran-minimum deal. The 28-year-old had a useful run last season, averaging 9.7 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 1.5 assists across 47 games while shooting 42.3 percent from three-point range. Potter's stretch-big skill set could draw interest elsewhere, but he falls off the fantasy radar until he lands another NBA role.
Source: Alex Golden
Source: Alex Golden
Myron Gardner to Miss Remainder of Summer League
Miami Heat forward Myron Gardner (ankle) will miss the remainder of Summer League after spraining his ankle in Friday's California Classic opener against the San Antonio Spurs, according to Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel. Gardner exited that game after posting two points, four rebounds, and two assists in seven minutes, then missed Sunday's matchup with the Lakers. The injury costs the 25-year-old valuable developmental reps after he averaged 3.6 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.0 assists for Miami last season. He remains off the fantasy radar unless injuries open a clearer regular-season role.
Source: Ira Winderman
Source: Ira Winderman
Marcus Sasser Acquired by Mavericks in Six-Team Trade
Dallas Mavericks guard Marcus Sasser was acquired from the Detroit Pistons as part of a six-team trade, according to Mavs PR. Dallas also added Santi Aldama and the draft rights to Tarik Biberovic in the deal. Sasser had a limited role in Detroit last season, averaging 5.2 points, 1.0 rebounds, and 2.0 assists across 12.0 minutes per game. The 25-year-old shot 41.5 percent from three-point range, which gives him a useful path to bench minutes in his new home. However, his immediate fantasy ceiling is severely capped by a crowded depth chart. With Kyrie Irving returning to health to anchor the backcourt alongside Ryan Nembhard and rookie Sergio de Larrea, Sasser will have to fight for consistent reserve reps under new head coach Dusty May. Until he carves out a definitive rotation role, his fantasy value remains thin.
Source: Mavs PR
Source: Mavs PR
Mo Bamba Returns to Jazz on Two-Year Deal
Free-agent center Mo Bamba agreed to a two-year deal to return to the Utah Jazz, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. Bamba appeared in four NBA games last season between Toronto and Utah, averaging 2.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 0.3 assists, but he was more productive with the Salt Lake City Stars at 16.2 points, 12.0 rebounds, and 2.0 blocks per game. The 28-year-old gives Utah another rim-protecting depth option behind Jusuf Nurkic. Bamba's blocks remain the fantasy hook, but he needs a real rotation role before becoming more than an injury-dependent streamer.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
