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SB Nation Reacts: Wizards fans give good grades for Summer League

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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 12: AJ Dybantsa #4 of the Washington Wizards shoots against Nique Clifford #00 of the Sacramento Kings in the first quarter of a Summer League game at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 12, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ian Maule/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Washington Wizards have very recently finished their 2026 NBA Summer League campaign. In our SB Nation Reacts survey for this week, we asked you to grade them. Check out the X post below. Solid grades for...

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Can Miles Bridges elevate the Suns’ offense?

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Updated Jul 25, 10:17 AM ET

Yes. He can. Next question. … Oh, you’re still here? You want an explanation? … I’ll start by saying we’re officially in the summer cycle of speculation. So I guess I have the time to give you one. As we enter the void where there’s no basketball for the next two and a half months, all we can do is sit around, think through different scenarios, and debate why they will or won’t work. It’s very similar to what we did last offseason, when we tried to project what a team featuring both Jalen Gre...

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NBA: Wolves Wing Stop or Stopgap?

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Well, it was fun while it lasted, huh? So LeBron James isn’t a Timberwolf. That’s unfortunate. But life moves on! We checked the rules and the Minnesota Timberwolves will, in fact, still need to participate in the 2026-2027 NBA season without The King. Wolves-centered publications can all stop writing offseason filler content about him, so I think we can all agree to be happy about that. Let’s move on to the next overplayed commonly discussed topic of the season: Who will be the stopgap fifth...

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Open Thread: Julian Champagnie made a suprise appearance at USAA

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SAN ANTONIO, TX - JUNE 4: Julian Champagnie #30 of the San Antonio Spurs talks to the media during a press conference during 2026 NBA Finals Practice and Media Availability on June 4, 2026 at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. 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 Ryan Stetz/NBAE v...

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LeBron James has chosen a team — what it may mean for the Dallas Mavericks

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DALLAS, TX - JANUARY 12: Klay Thompson #31, P.J Washington #25, Spencer Dinwiddie #26 and Daniel Gafford #21 of the Dallas Mavericks look on during the game against the Denver Nuggets on January 12, 2025 at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. 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 2025 NBAE (Photo by...

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SB Nation Reacts: Gonzo for Gonzalez

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BROOKLYN, NY - JANUARY 23: Jaylen Brown #7 and Hugo Gonzalez #28 of the Boston Celtics celebrates during the game against the Brooklyn Nets on January 23, 2026 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. 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 Nathaniel S. Butler /NBAE via Getty Images) | N...

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Who will the Knicks face on Ring Night and Christmas?

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 09: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks follows LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers to the court during a 105-101 Bucks win at Crypto.com Arena on January 09, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) 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 Harry How/Getty I...

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Utah Jazz Survey Results: What should happen at center?

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SALT LAKE CITY, UT - JANUARY 24: Jusuf Nurkic #30 of the Utah Jazz drives to the basket during the game against the Miami Heat on January 24, 2025 at Delta 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 2025 NBAE (Photo by Melissa Majchrzak/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Ima...

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Bucks Reacts Survey Results: Majority of fans wouldn’t trade Ryan Rollins for Peyton Watson

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Updated Jul 25, 1:06 AM ET

Jan 11, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Ryan Rollins (13) controls the ball against Denver Nuggets guard Peyton Watson (8) as forward Zeke Nnaji (22) defends in the fourth quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images | Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images Peyton Watson remains an unsigned restricted free agent. The Milwaukee Bucks remain in need of a defensive stopper on the wing. And with news that the Bucks have been linked to Watson, exploring avenue...

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Rockets Sign Julian Phillips

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Updated Jul 25, 7:23 PM ET

The Rockets have officially signed free agent forward Julian Phillips, according to a team press release. The terms of the agreement were not disclosed, but it appears likely to be a non-guaranteed contract, given Houston’s cap and roster situations. The 35th overall pick of the 2023 draft, Phillips averaged 4.6 points and 2.1 rebounds in 79 […]

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Eastern Notes: Herro, Bucks, Giannis, Raptors, Wizards

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Updated Jul 25, 5:23 PM ET

In an interview with Eric Nehm of The Athletic, Tyler Herro was enthusiastic about getting a “fresh start” with his hometown Bucks. The one-time All-Star shooting guard was sent to Milwaukee from Miami as part of the trade that saw Giannis Antetokounmpo land with the Heat. “I’m happy where I’m at now,” Herro said. “If […]

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Charles Barkley reacts to LeBron James signing - TalkBasket.net

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Updated Jul 25, 8:13 AM ET

Charles Barkley believes LeBron James has continued a familiar pattern by joining another star-studded roster after agreeing to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers. Speaking on The Stephen A. Smith Show, Barkley said James has consistently surrounded himself with elite talent throughout his career. “The number one knock on LeBron for older guys like myself has […] The post Charles Barkley reacts to LeBron James signing appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Trail Blazers, John Tonje Agree To Two-Way Contract

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Updated Jul 25, 3:21 AM ET

The Trail Blazers plan to sign free agent guard John Tonje to a two-way contract, agents George Roussakis and Mark Bartelstein tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link). Tonje spent most of 2025/26 — his rookie season — on a two-way contract with Boston. The Celtics decided not to give him a qualifying offer last […]

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Heat and Warriors targeting DeRozan: he could arrive on a minimum deal after missing out on LeBron - Sportando

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Updated Jul 25, 4:41 AM ET

Miami and Golden State have spoken with the veteran, who would be willing to accept a minimum contract in order to join a title contender. L'articolo Heat and Warriors targeting DeRozan: he could arrive on a minimum deal after missing out on LeBron proviene da Sportando.

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