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Hoops Rumors is checking in on the 2026 offseason for all 30 NBA teams, recapping the summer’s free agent signings, trades, draft picks, departures, and more. We’ll take a look at each team’s offseason moves and consider what might still be coming before the regular season begins. Today, we’re focusing on the Charlotte Hornets. Free […]

Lowry also received a key to the city of Toronto and a special dinner to honor his contribution to the franchise.

King James makes it imperative this team overtakes the throne

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 11: Cooper Flagg #32 of the Dallas Mavericks looks on during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers during the 2026 NBA Summer League game on July 11, 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 Ryan Stetz/NBAE via G...

Lakers The Lakers appear to have four starters set: Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, Quentin Grimes and Walker Kessler. The fifth spot is considerably less obvious. In a Lakers Nation roundtable, two staff members selected Jake LaRavia, two chose Ziaire Williams and one picked Matisse Thybulle. That distribution explains the situation rather well. Nobody represents a […] The post NBA Notes: Lakers, Jake LaRavia, Cavs, front office, Heat appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Raptors The Raptors added Kawhi Leonard, giving them another elite and versatile defender beside Scottie Barnes. That still doesn’t guarantee an answer for every opponent. Rocco Moschella of NBA On SI identified teams with multiple creators and a strong interior presence as Toronto’s most difficult potential matchup. Barnes and Leonard can handle the first two […] The post NBA Notes: Raptors, Kawhi Leonard, Rockets, Reed Sheppard, Hawks appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Memphis Grizzlies pulled out a shocker when they traded franchise cornerstone Ja Morant. Earlier this summer, in June, the Grizzlies traded Morant to the Portland Trail Blazers in exchange for Jerami Grant and Kris Murray. Three months from the surprise trade, Morant’s six-word reaction was revealed only recently. In a video that surfaced on […] The post Ja Morant’s 6-word reaction to Grizzlies trade to Blazers revealed in new video appeared first on ClutchPoints.

One of the NBA’s strangest coaching tenures remains hard to evaluate. This season might tell us more than any before it.

Boston, MA - May 2: Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla talks during his postgame press conference. The Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers played in the first round of the NBA Playoffs at TD Garden on May 2, 2026. (Photo by Danielle Parhizkaran/The Boston Globe via Getty Images) | Boston Globe via Getty Images I recently started reading Bill Simmons’ The Book of Basketball, 17 years after it was published and several days after my partner asked why a book about basketball needed to be r...

Patrick Beverley says Damian Lillard discovered exactly how to beat his aggressive defense, forcing him to completely change strategies.

Our 10 Hottest Takes ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season that features the Lakers, LeBron James, and the Warriors, among others.

Anfernee Simons remembers Evan Turner as one of the funniest veterans he encountered early in his NBA career, although being Turner’s rookie teammate also meant handling some unusual errands. Simons, who began his career with the Portland Trail Blazers, said Turner regularly found creative tasks for him and fellow young guard Gary Trent to complete. […] The post Anfernee Simons recalls wild errands for Evan Turner appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

RJ Barrett started his NBA career with the New York Knicks after they selected him with the No. 3 overall pick of the 2019 draft, and he was "happy" they won the championship even if he was feeling a little "salty" because his Toronto Raptors lost in the playoffs.

Shaquille O’Neal says his unexpected decision to appear in Blue Chips not only earned him $3 million but also played an important role in bringing Penny Hardaway to the Orlando Magic. O’Neal had no plans to pursue acting when he was approached about the basketball movie. His interest changed once he learned how much he […] The post Shaquille O’Neal credits movie for Penny Hardaway partnership appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Los Angeles Lakers have a long history of outstanding buzzer-beaters, especially in the playoffs...

Al Jefferson believes his breakout 2006-07 season with the Boston Celtics ultimately changed the direction of his NBA career. Jefferson averaged 16 points and 11 rebounds per game that year, establishing himself as one of Boston’s most productive young players. He also says he remains the most recent Celtic to finish a season averaging double-digit […] The post Al Jefferson reflects on career-changing Celtics trade appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Jazz guard Keyonte George finalized a five-year, $157.5MM rookie scale contract extension on Friday. The deal, which has a base value of $155MM and features $500K in annual incentives, begins in 2027/28 and runs through ’31/32. It doesn’t include a player or a team option. According to Shreyas Laddha of The Salt Lake Tribune, George […]

Bill Russell at PF is intriguing. I would replace Nikola Jokic with Wilt Chamberlain at center though. And maybe Larry Bird instead of LeBron. That would have been a fantastic starting five. submitted by /u/ClutchOlday [link] [comments]

Opening night is nearly a month away for the Los Angeles Lakers and there seems to be a lot of skepticism surrounding the roster. In recent weeks, both Norman Powell and Michael Porter Jr. have hated on L.A. and the roster Rob Pelinka put together. Now, Lakers legend Byron Scott has joined in the choir […]

Carmelo Anthony has opened up about the difficult 15-month period he spent outside the NBA, admitting that he still does not fully understand why teams stopped offering him opportunities. After his initial exit from the league, Anthony said the prolonged uncertainty caused him to question both his career and how he was viewed around the […] The post Carmelo Anthony still questions mysterious NBA exile appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The New Orleans Pelicans have waived guard Markquis Nowell. The Pelicans had signed Nowell to an Exhibit 10 contract earlier in the week. Nowell is expected to join the Laketown Squadron for the upcoming G League season.

The Minnesota Timberwolves have waived guard Stephen Thompson. The Wolves had signed Thompson to an Exhibit 10 deal earlier in the week. Thompson is now expected to join the Iowa Wolves for the upcoming G League season.

The Golden State Warriors have waived forward Elias Ralph. The Warriors had signed Ralph to an Exhibit 10 contract last week. Ralph is expected to join the Santa Cruz Warriors for the upcoming G League season.

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The Miami Heat have championship expectations after acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo, but are they really a 55-win team?

The Golden State Warriors had a relatively quiet offseason, but adding Frank Vogel to Steve Kerr’s coaching staff could prove important. Vogel brings extensive experience and a strong defensive background, including leading the Lakers to the 2020 NBA championship. His arrival comes as Kerr looks to improve Golden State’s decision-making, fundamentals and defensive discipline. The […] The post Frank Vogel brings defensive expertise to Warriors appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Los Angeles Lakers made a major investment in Walker Kessler, acquiring the center in a sign-and-trade with Utah and giving him a four-year, $130 million contract. Los Angeles surrendered two unprotected first-round picks and two first-round pick swaps in the deal, reportedly after Luka Dončić made it clear he wanted Kessler as his center. […] The post Lakers bet heavily on Walker Kessler appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Kawhi Leonard closed the door on his six-year run with the Los Angeles Clippers by sharing a farewell message with the team’s supporters following his return to Toronto. Leonard posted a video on Instagram featuring moments from his Clippers career, with “thank you” displayed prominently throughout the tribute. “I truly appreciate your unwavering support during […] The post Kawhi Leonard thanks Clippers fans after departure appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Charlotte Hornets are working toward a potential long-term agreement with Brandon Miller as the former No. 2 overall pick approaches his fourth NBA season. Charlotte and Miller have been actively discussing a rookie-scale contract extension. Despite dealing with multiple injuries since entering the league in 2023, the 6-foot-7 wing has emerged as an important […] The post Hornets discuss extension with Brandon Miller appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Brian Windhorst believes the 76ers could win 58 games but warns their seven new players may require significant adjustment time.