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Ben Simmons Joins Kings on $3.5M Deal After Missing 2025-26 Season
Three-time All-Star Ben Simmons signed a one-year, $3.5 million contract with the Sacramento Kings on Friday following a successful medical exam.
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Amen Thompson Agrees to $208M Rockets Extension After Leading NBA in Minutes
Amen Thompson has signed a five-year, $208 million rookie-scale contract extension with the Houston Rockets through 2032.
Russell Westbrook Joins Project B as Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer
Retired NBA MVP Russell Westbrook has joined Project B's board of directors as a co-founder ahead of the league's January 2027 launch.
76ers Sign 7-Foot-6 Tacko Fall and Jameer Nelson Jr. to Camp Deals
Philadelphia signed Tacko Fall, Jameer Nelson Jr., and Saint Thomas to Exhibit 10 contracts for their upcoming training camp in Camden, New Jersey.
NBA Rivalries 2026-27: Doncic Averages 37.7 PPG as 76ers Stun Celtics
Luka Doncic has averaged 37.7 points in three games against the Mavericks since being traded to the Lakers in 2025.
Victor Oladipo Seeks NBA Return After 13.5 PPG G League Stint
Victor Oladipo has issued an open letter to NBA general managers declaring he is healthy following a 26-game run with the Wisconsin Herd.
Caleb Wilson Scores 35 Points in Record-Breaking Chicago Bulls Debut
No. 4 overall pick Caleb Wilson recorded 35 points and seven 3-pointers in his first summer league game for the Chicago Bulls.
Jaylen Brown Receives Key to City at Boston Common Farewell Event
Jaylen Brown celebrated his 10-year Celtics tenure at the 741 Frequency Fest, where he received a 'Jaylen Brown Way' street sign.
Raptors to Retire Kyle Lowry’s No. 7 Jersey on January 10
The Toronto Raptors announced the No. 7 jersey of Kyle Lowry will be retired on Jan. 10 following a game against the Philadelphia 76ers.
NBA Summer Forecast: Insiders Debate Dybantsa’s Odds and Wizards’ 31-Win Projection
NBA insiders react to the 2026-27 forecast, which projects AJ Dybantsa as the third-ranked rookie and the Wizards finishing with a 31-51 record.
NBA Summer Forecast: LeBron Joins 76ers as Davis Tops Trade Request List
The NBA Summer Forecast predicts Anthony Davis is the most likely star to request a trade as LeBron James joins the Philadelphia 76ers on a veteran minimum salary.
Wembanyama Tops MVP Forecast with 102 Points; Doncic Favored for Scoring Title
Victor Wembanyama leads the 2026-27 NBA Summer Forecast with 102 MVP points after a unanimous Defensive Player of the Year win.
Jonathan Kuminga Joins Timberwolves on 2-Year, $12.4M Contract
Free agent wing Jonathan Kuminga agreed to a $12.4 million deal with Minnesota, choosing the Timberwolves over a $36 million offer from the Lakers.
Jeanie Buss Files Petition to Block $12.5 Billion Lakers Share Sale
Los Angeles Lakers controlling owner Jeanie Buss filed a petition Wednesday to stop five siblings from selling family shares valued at $12.5 billion.
Bennedict Mathurin Joins Pelicans on $16M Deal After Averaging 17.6 PPG
Bennedict Mathurin has signed a two-year, $16 million contract with the New Orleans Pelicans that includes a player option.
Buss Sports Capital Joins Padres Ownership in Record $3.9 Billion Deal
Joey and Jesse Buss have joined the San Diego Padres ownership group after the franchise reached a record $3.9 billion valuation.
Warriors Finalize 15-Man Roster With $3.9M Georges Niang Signing
Golden State has signed Georges Niang to a one-year, $3.9 million contract to fill their final roster spot.
Klay Thompson Joins Giannis in Miami on Two-Year Deal After Mavericks Buyout
Klay Thompson finalized a two-year contract with the Miami Heat on Tuesday after clearing waivers following a buyout from the Dallas Mavericks.
Thunder Lead 2027 NBA Finals Forecast With 84 Points Over Spurs and Knicks
The Oklahoma City Thunder lead the 2027 NBA Finals predictions with 84 points, followed closely by the San Antonio Spurs at 74 points.
RJ Luis Jr. Cleared for LSU After 18.2 PPG Stint and NBA Contracts
RJ Luis Jr., the 2025 Big East Player of the Year who averaged 18.2 points, has been granted a temporary injunction to play for LSU.
Klay Thompson Joins Miami Heat on $13M Deal to Pair With Giannis Antetokounmpo
Klay Thompson signed a two-year, $13 million contract with the Miami Heat on Sunday after clearing waivers following his buyout from Dallas.
NBA Free Agent Signings: LeBron Joins 76ers as DeRozan Signs with Nuggets
LeBron James signed a two-year, $8 million deal with the Philadelphia 76ers after averaging 20.9 points and 7.2 assists last season.
Nuggets Trade Peyton Watson to Cavs, Sign DeMar DeRozan to One-Year Deal
After winning 54 games in 2025-26, the Denver Nuggets traded Peyton Watson to the Cavaliers and signed veteran DeMar DeRozan.
DeMar DeRozan Signs $3.9 Million Deal With Denver Nuggets
Six-time All-Star DeMar DeRozan has agreed to a one-year, $3.9 million contract with the Denver Nuggets following his release from the Sacramento Kings.