New Klay Thompson Rumors Update Mavs Trade, Contract Buyout Buzz Amid Heat Link
The Dallas Mavericks are reportedly prepared to move on from veteran guard Klay Thompson, but only on their terms.
Lakers Had 'A Weird Vibe Last Year,' Says NBA Insider in New Rumors After Historic Sale
After the surprise sale of the Los Angeles Lakers to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger for a record-breaking $12.5 billion, more details emerged about former owner Mark Walter's brief tenure at the helm of the franchise.
Coaching Updates: Bryant, Dufault, Nakagawa
The Hornets are hiring John Bryant as an assistant coach, reports Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (via Twitter). Bryant was an assistant on Billy Donovan‘s staff in Chicago for the past five years. Donovan stepped down as head coach of the Bulls in April, after the 2025/26 season ended. Bryant, a former professional player, got his […]
John Beilein Joining Magic As Senior Coaching Consultant
Former Cavaliers and longtime University of Michigan head coach John Beilein is joining the Magic as a senior coaching consultant, he announced on Monday (via Twitter). According to Beilein, Orlando’s new head coach, Sean Sweeney, asked him to join the team as a consultant. “Sean has a brilliant future as an NBA head coach, and […]
Rockets, Sean Pedulla Agree To Two-Way Deal
Free agent guard Sean Pedulla has reached an agreement with the Rockets on a two-way deal, agent George S. Langberg tells Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). Pedulla, who will turn 24 in October, joined the Rip City Remix last fall after going undrafted out of Ole Miss. After spending most of his rookie year […]
Pacers Sign Braden Smith To Two-Way Contract
Former Purdue sharpshooter Braden Smith, the 38th overall pick in this year’s draft, has officially signed a two-way contract with the Pacers, the team announced today in a press release. A four-year college player for the Boilermakers, Smith was a consensus first-team All-American in both 2025 and 2026, earning Big Ten Player of the Year […]
Dereck Lively II "Working His Tail Off" To Get Healthy
Dereck Lively II has undergone three foot surgeries in the last year as he works to try to get healthy for the upcoming season, and he still has more work to do. Mavericks general manager Mike Schmitz recently expressed confidence in the young center’s approach to his rehab process, according to Grant Afseth of the Dallas […]
Suns To Bring Back Haywood Highsmith
Haywood Highsmith will re-sign with the Suns, league sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). More to come …
Mavericks Notes: Washington, Biberovic, Flagg, Arena
P.J. Washington has seen his name pop up in a few trade rumors this offseason, but he told Kevin Gray of DLLS Sports he’s “super confident” he’ll still be a member of the Mavericks on opening night (YouTube link). “I’ve had long talks with (president) Masai (Ujiri), our GM (Mike Schmitz), and the whole team,” […]
Nuggets Hire Austin Dufault As Assistant Coach, VP Of Player Development
The Denver Nuggets hired Austin Dufault as an assistant coach and vice president of player development, sources told Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Dufault was previously a director of player development with the Bulls and an assistant with the Pistons.
Clippers investigation gets even messier + talking Bulls, Grizzlies, Magic & Hawks with Trey Kerby
NBAKevin O'Connor reacts to the latest developments in the NBA's investigation of the LA Clippers and more NBA news.
How a Kyrie Irving Trade Could Shake Up the 2027 NBA Championship Race
Assuming the Toronto Raptors' trade to bring Kawhi Leonard back north of the border goes through at some point—which still seems the safest assumption—they should feel they have a decent shot at competing in the NBA's improved Eastern Conference.