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NBA Rumors: Heat, DeMar DeRozan, Nuggets, Cam Johnson, Lakers

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Heat DeMar DeRozan may be one of the next veteran names to watch. Particularly when it comes to the Heat. While nothing appears imminent, speculation continues to build that the Kings could eventually explore a buyout with the six-time All-Star as Sacramento continues reshaping its roster. If that happens, the Heat are expected to be […] The post NBA Rumors: Heat, DeMar DeRozan, Nuggets, Cam Johnson, Lakers appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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NBA insider rips LeBron James, says Lakers were done with him when they acquired Luka Doncic

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Updated Jul 6, 4:08 AM ET

It’s been nearly a week since LeBron James informed the Lakers he wasn’t going to play for them next season, but apparently, the Lakers were prepared for it. According to NBA insider Ric Bucher, on his show “On The Ball With Ric Bucher,” the Lakers have been preparing for a life without James since they...

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Bucks Sign Brayden Burries To Rookie Scale Contract

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Brayden Burries, the 10th overall pick in June’s draft, has become the 23rd 2026 first-rounder to officially sign his rookie scale contract, the Bucks announced on Sunday (Twitter link). A freshman at Arizona in 2025/26, Burries made an immediate impact in his first and only college season by averaging 16.1 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.4 assists, […]

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To lure LeBron James, Cavaliers could try to trade for Bronny

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Updated Jul 6, 4:08 AM ET

The Cavaliers reportedly are looking to bring a James family reunion back to Cleveland. According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, the Cavaliers are keeping an open roster spot for Bronny James so that they can lure LeBron James this offseason. Per The Stein Line, “One conspiracy whisper making the rounds: They want to make sure...

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Indiana Fever, without Caitlin Clark, defeat Las Vegas Aces

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Updated Jul 6, 11:15 AM ET

Without A'ja Wilson and Caitlin Clark on the floor, guard Kelsey Mitchell scored 27 points, including 10 free throws, and the Fever defeated the Las Vegas Aces for the first time in Nevada 84-68 on Sunday, improving Indiana's record to 12-8 on the season.

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Lakers Notes: Kessler, Ayton, Thiero, Contention

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Updated Jul 6, 9:01 PM ET

The Lakers‘ decision to enter into a sign-and-trade agreement with the Jazz to acquire restricted free agent center Walker Kessler was an all-in swing to establish a defensive infrastructure to complement offensive-first backcourt of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. Kessler is the exact type of defender you’d want to play alongside Los Angeles’ two lead […]

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[Stein & Fischer] The Denver Nuggets have rebuffed trade calls for Cameron Johnson. Peyton Watson is said to be seeking a deal north of $25 million in average annual value.

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Updated Jul 6, 8:08 AM ET

How does a lightly used Terrance Mann sound? But in all seriousness, how would we feel about a possible sign and trade for Watson above $25M a year? submitted by /u/Never_enough_Dolf [link] [comments]

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Recap: Cameron Carr Leads Lakers To Double OT Comeback Win Over Heat In California Classic

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Updated Jul 6, 7:35 AM ET

After a rough showing in their California Classic opener, the Los Angeles Lakers’ Summer League team looked to get on track on Sunday afternoon when they took on the Miami Heat at Chase Center. It was a much better showing from the Lakers as they fought back from an early double-digit deficit to force overtime. […]

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Rich Paul: LeBron’s Decision Likely Not Imminent

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Updated Jul 6, 1:00 PM ET

Speaking to Forbes contributor Mark Medina, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul said he’s not expecting his star client, LeBron James, to make a decision on his next team in the near future. “I don’t think this happens anytime soon,” Paul told Medina. Asked to clarify whether he thought it might be weeks or days, Paul […]

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