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The Fever star is two techs from an automatic suspension.

The Cavaliers won’t be crowning anyone because of Summer League. After all, every July, somebody looks like a future All-Star before reality shows up in October. That said, it’s hard not to like what Meleek Thomas put on tape in Las Vegas. Thomas closed Summer League with 24 points in the Cavs’ 100-91 win over […] The post Cavs Notes: Meleek Thomas, Donovan Mitchell, LeBron James appeared first on Hoops Wire.

LeBron James talked about the considerations that will go into choosing his next team during a taping of “The Shop Live” at Fanatics Fest on Friday, but he didn’t drop any clues on which way he’s leaning, Anthony Chiang of The Miami Herald writes in a subscriber-only piece. However, James indicated that the chance to […]

The Washington Wizards play the Atlanta Hawks tonight at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN and Monumental Sports Network. In addition, the Washington Mystics will play the Golden State Valkyries at 8:30 p.m. ET which will also be on Monumental Sports Network, though I anticipate it will move to the Monumental 2 since both games will […]

The Los Angeles Sparks don't get much of a break.

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - JULY 15: Olivia Miles #5 of the Minnesota Lynx dribbles the ball during the game against the Los Angeles Sparks on July 15, 2026 at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by David Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Imag...

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - JULY 17: Nneka Ogwumike #30 of the Los Angeles Sparks shoots over Azura Stevens #30 of the Chicago Sky during the first half at Wintrust Arena on July 17, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Dallas Wings (16-8) will attempt to extend thei...

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The Sixers wrapped up their 2026 summer league Saturday with a 96-94 loss to the Bucks.

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 18: Gerald Ayayi #55 of the Philadelphia 76ers plays defense during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks on July 18, 2026 at the Cox Pavilion Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Stephen Greathouse/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Gett...

Ayayi contributed 22 points (7-13 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-6 FT), one rebound, three assists and one steal over 24 minutes during Saturday's 96-94 Las Vegas Summer League loss to the Bucks. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Both the Minnesota Lynx and Portland Fire may be without multiple key players in Saturday night’s matchup.

SALT LAKE CITY, UT - JULY 4: Jacob Toppin #15 of the Atlanta Hawks handles the ball during the game against the Utah Jazz during a 2026 NBA Salt Lake City Summer League game on July 4, 2026 at Jon M. Huntsman Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Melissa ...

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 13: Kobe Johnson #12 of the Atlanta Hawks drives to the basket during the game against the Boston Celtics on July 13, 2026 at the Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Candice Ward/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images The...

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 16: Tristen Newton #00 of the Houston Rockets handles the ball during the game against the Brooklyn Nets on July 16, 2026 at the Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Stephen Greathouse/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Image...

Trae Young is still playing the part.

Pistons two-way forward Isaac Jones thought he was done with basketball when he graduated from high school in 2018, Omari Sankofa II of The Detroit Free Press writes in a subscriber-only story. With no college offers in sight, the Seattle native took a job on a loading dock and began to pursue a career outside of […]

Grill provided 18 points (6-12 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds and one assist over 22 minutes during Saturday's 103-97 Las Vegas Summer League loss to the Magic. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

LeBron James' next team odds have seen the Miami Heat take the lead over the Golden State Warriors, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Philadelphia 76ers.

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 15: Kadary Richmond #19 of the Washington Wizards dribbles the ball during the game against the LA Clippers on July 15, 2026 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Candice Ward/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty ...

Summer League wraps up Sunday, and while it’s never wise to overreact to a handful of exhibition games, it’s also OK to admit when an NBA rookie simply looks like he belongs. That was essentially the takeaway from The Athletic’s Sam Vecenie after spending the past couple of weeks evaluating the 2026 draft class in […] The post NBA’s top four picks look every bit the part at Summer League appeared first on Hoops Wire.

NBA insider gives crucial update on where the Warriors stand in LeBron James sweepstakes.

WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 06: Gabby Williams #1 of the Golden State Valkyries drives to the basket against Cotie McMahon #23 of the Washington Mystics during the first half of the game at CareFirst Arena on July 6, 2026 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Washington Myst...

Cavs fans voted overwhelmingly in favor of extending Donovan Mitchell.

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - MAY 13: Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers points against the Detroit Pistons during overtime in Game Five of the Second Round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena on May 13, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) | Getty...

PHOENIX — Time is running out for the Phoenix Mercury to find answers in the 2026 season. Jul 17, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas (25) reacts against the Connecticut Sun in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center.

The Sky have a new practice facility in the works, but their official opening has continued to be pushed back.

Speaking to reporters last week, Nets general manager Sean Marks suggested the team wasn’t in a rush to reach an extension with forward Michael Porter Jr., who’s entering the final year of his contract. Porter will be extension-eligible throughout the 2026/27 league year, which runs through June 30, 2027. “We’ll have those discussions. We’ve got […]

The Lakers have been linked to Jonathan Kuminga for much of the offseason. One new trade proposal would finally get him to Los Angeles. Rohan Roman of Hawks on SI floated a three-team deal that would send Kuminga and center Jericho Sims to the Lakers, while the Hawks would land Bucks center Myles Turner. Milwaukee […] The post NBA trade proposal sends Jonathan Kuminga to Lakers, involves Bucks appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The final Summer League game is here. It’s Suns vs. Spurs.