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Hoops Rumors Glossary: Base Year Compensation

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The term “base year compensation” no longer shows up in the NBA’s Collective Bargaining Agreement and hasn’t since 2011. A relic of past agreements, the base year compensation rule was intended to prevent teams from signing free agents to new contracts that were specifically intended to facilitate salary-matching in trades. While the base year compensation […]

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Hawks' Gueye has foot surgery, could miss start of '26-27 season

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Updated Jul 16, 5:14 AM ET

Hawks forward Mouhamed Gueye had surgery for a fractured left foot on Tuesday, and the team said his status will be updated in three to four months.

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Iman Shumpert accidentally says Lakers signed Jonathan Kuminga

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Updated Jul 16, 1:22 PM ET

The Los Angeles Lakers are in pursuit of free agent forward Jonathan Kuminga, but Iman Shumpert’s latest remarks appear to hint toward one outcome. On the Shump Street podcast, NBA insider Shams Charania discussed NBA free agency with the former player. Iman Shumpert played 10 seasons in the NBA, winning a title with the Cleveland...

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As Clippers star Kawhi Leonard awaits NBA fate, reports paint a likely outcome

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Updated Jul 15, 10:22 PM ET

The stakes for Kawhi Leonard appear far greater than previously understood as the NBA navigates an unprecedented case with potentially career-altering consequences. According to ESPN insider Shams Charania, Leonard himself could face punishment ranging from a substantial suspension to the most severe possible outcome: having his contract voided. Kawhi Leonard could face a long suspension...

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Another article on maybe not blowing it up this offseason

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I've had a weird week of work allowing me to write another piece already. Kind of a rebuttal to the one I posted in here last night. Throughout writing this one, I kind of convinced myself that this might be the way to go. It's a hard job for sure, just hoping Joe makes some smarter decisions. Appreciate all the engagement on the last one! submitted by /u/Active_Ear3890 [link] [comments]

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LeBron James sweepstakes continue to center on Cavs, Heat, Sixers

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Updated Jul 17, 1:56 AM ET

LeBron James spoke publicly for the first time since entering 2026 free agency. He left no real clues. But league sources continue to tell Hoops Wire that they believe the focus remains on the Cavaliers, Heat and 76ers as James’ most likely destinations. They also aren’t expecting him to announce a decision this week. Now, […] The post LeBron James sweepstakes continue to center on Cavs, Heat, Sixers appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Gary Washburn: Dillon Mitchell Can Steal Minutes from Jordan Walsh &am

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Across his three outings, Mitchell is averaging 13 points, 5 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 2.7 steals and 1.3 blocks per game. He’s shooting 41.2% from the field and 37.5% from deep. Celtics fans have quickly taken to Mitchell due to his high motor and committed brand of basketball. As such, there will be hopes that Brad Stevens signs him to a contract in the coming weeks, either a two-way deal or a full-time NBA contract to fill the 15th and final roster spot. submitted by /u/PristineHearing5955 [l...

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Indiana Fever Featured in Historic Announcement

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The Indiana Fever are coming off one of their best performances of the season after defeating the Las Vegas Aces 109-75 on Sunday.It came just one week after Indiana’s 84-68 win over Las Vegas, when injuries kept Caitlin Clark and A’ja Wilson off the court.The difference between having those two stars available and sidelined is […] The post Indiana Fever Featured in Historic Announcement appeared first on HEAVY.

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Wolves Notes: Ball, Edwards, McDaniels, Beringer

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Updated Jul 15, 9:34 PM ET

The Timberwolves considered a handful of big-name trade targets this offseason, including Jaylen Brown, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Josh Giddey, but when it became clear that Charlotte was willing to move LaMelo Ball, Minnesota’s front office honed in on the star point guard, writes Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic. According to Krawczynski, head of basketball operations […]

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