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Atlantic Notes: J. Brown, Tatum, James, M. Brown

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Updated Jul 6, 11:48 AM ET

The Sixers’ pending trade for star wing Jaylen Brown took the basketball world by storm, as it marks the dissolution of one of the most successful NBA partnerships of the generation. Brown’s game is often scrutinized, but he’s coming off one of the most successful individual seasons of his career, and he will bring attributes […]

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Report: Kevin Durant “not untouchable” for Rockets and wants to play with Cade Cunningham

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Well, well, well, that didn’t take long. Mr. Grass is Always Greener Kevin Durant, who came to the Houston Rockets just last season, is already gazing longingly at another franchise and potential teammate, as Brett Siegel of Clutch Point is reporting that Durant has a desire to go to Detroit and play with Cade Cunningham. […]

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'Growing Belief' That LeBron James Returning To Cavs Is Likeliest Scenario

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Updated Jul 6, 8:06 PM ET

There is a "growing belief" from people around the league that LeBron James will sign with the Cleveland Cavaliers, according to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. There are whispers that the Cavs are delaying offseason transactions, like signing a new deal with James Harden, because they want to have open roster spots in case they need to trade for Bronny James. Rich Paul previously cited the Cavs as a potential landing spot for James on his "Game Over" podcast. It was reported l...

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Garrett Temple Joins Mavs Coaching Staff

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Updated Jul 6, 1:01 PM ET

Garrett Temple accepted an offer to join Dusty May's coaching staff with the Dallas Mavericks as an assistant, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. Temple appeared in 22 games for the Raptors last season. Temple joins Willie Green as an assistant on May's staff.

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Rich Paul Details Ten Potential LeBron James Teams In Free Agency

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Updated Jul 6, 8:06 PM ET

Rich Paul outlined ten possible landing spots for LeBron James on Friday, three days after James informed the Los Angeles Lakers he intends to sign elsewhere. Paul broke down the options during an episode of his "Game Over" podcast alongside Max Kellerman, using a whiteboard to weigh advantages and drawbacks for each franchise. Paul told ESPN he has now spoken with 27 teams regarding James. The Klutch Sports founder named the Philadelphia 76ers, Cleveland Cavaliers, Denver Nuggets, Minnesota ...

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Jayson Tatum Breaks Silence On Jaylen Brown Trade

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Updated Jul 6, 8:06 PM ET

Jayson Tatum publicly acknowledged Jaylen Brown's departure Friday, sharing an Instagram tribute two days after the Boston Celtics dealt his longtime running mate to the Philadelphia 76ers. The trade sent Brown to Philadelphia in exchange for Paul George, two first-round picks and two second-round picks. The deal ended a nine-year on-court pairing between Tatum and Brown. Tatum posted a photo of the two players together, reflecting on their shared history in Boston. "9 years! Forever grateful...

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Josh Okogie, Jazz Agree To Two-Year, $12M Deal

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Updated Jul 6, 1:44 PM ET

Josh Okogie and the Utah Jazz have agreed to a two-year, $12 million deal. Okogie is represented by Calvin Andrews. The Jazz are planning on competing for a playoff spot after several years of rebuilding. Okogie appeared in 78 games last season with the Houston Rockets, averaging 4.5 points and 2.6 rebounds while shooting 38.5 percent on three-pointers. Okogie will be in his age-28 season in 2026-27.

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Trey Lyles, Wolves Agree To One-Year Deal

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Updated Jul 6, 8:06 PM ET

Trey Lyles and the Minnesota Timberwolves have agreed to a one-year deal. Lyles last played in the NBA in 2025 for the Sacramento Kings and played for Real Madrid last season. Lyles played for the Denver Nuggets when Tim Connelly ran their front office. In 74 games last season with Real Madrid, Lyles averaged 12.5 points, 4.7 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 20.8 minutes. Lyles will be playing in his age-29 season.

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Keyonte George To Join Jazz Coaching Staff In Summer League

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Keyonte George will be an assistant coach on Steve Wojciechowski's staff for the Utah Jazz's Summer League for one game. George will be on the sideline for the Jazz's opener on July 9 against the Wizards. The Jazz had to clear the process with the NBA, with the league signing off on the idea if it was for one game and George is not compensated. George averaged 23.6 points and 6.1 assists last season.

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Celtics First-Rounder Chris Cenac Jr. Signs Rookie Deal

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Former University of Houston big man Chris Cenac Jr. has signed his rookie scale contract with the Celtics, per the NBA’s transaction log. Boston selected the 19-year-old forward/center with the 27th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. The New Orleans native was considered a potential top-10 pick entering his lone college season, but his […]

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