NBA NewsFriday, Jul 17, 2026

MEMPHIS, TN - MARCH 20: The sneakers worn by Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics before the game against the Memphis Grizzlies on March 20, 2026 at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. 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 Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Herald ...

Fantasy basketball analyst Dan Titus gives you one thing to note for each team at the Las Vegas Summer League.

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 9: Morez Johnson #14 of the Dallas Mavericks drives to the basket during the game against the Golden State Warriors on July 9, 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 Stephen Greathouse/NBAE via Getty Images) | NB...

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 11: Tyler Nickel #55 of the New York Knicks celebrates during the game against the New York Knicks 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 Get...

Feb 20, 2022; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Team LeBron forward LeBron James drives against Team Durant guard LaMelo Ball (2) in the second quarter during the 2022 NBA All-Star Game at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images LeBron James remains a free agent, and the Minnesota Timberwolves still appear like one of the finalists in his sweepstakes. The Wolves’ ability to contend over the last couple of seasons, with Anthony Edwards leading the charge, could be enough t...

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 11: Isaiah Wong #45 of the Atlanta Hawks shoots a three point basket during the game against the Brooklyn Nets 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 Candice Ward/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Get...

Jan 23, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) defends against Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) during the second half at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images | David Reginek-Imagn Images Well, well, well, that didn’t take long. Mr. Grass is Always Greener Kevin Durant, who came to the Houston Rockets just last season, is already gazing longingly at another franchise and potential teammate, as Brett Siegel of Clutch Point ...

The mid-July trap is in full effect. The cool air pumps through the Thomas & Mack Center, stakes are non-existent, and our brains begin their annual trick of convincing us that an undrafted point guard is John Stockton’s second coming. Truthfully, 90% of what takes place in Summer League is a hoax. Massive point-getters barely crack the NBA roster if they get their name on it at all. However, while box scores are about as real as The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, there are translatable NB...

He gave you fair warning, beware.

MONTE-CARLO, MONACO - JUNE 07: Giannis Antetokounmpo looks on during the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit de Monaco on June 07, 2026 in Monte-Carlo, Monaco. (Photo by Rudy Carezzevoli/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Milwaukee Bucks are fresh off of a 32-50 season that saw them part ways with Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Bucks traded Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat for a plethora of players that should get Milwaukee started on their rebuild. The haul they got for Antetokounmpo should set the ...

Boston Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla is enthusiastic about what center Mitchell Robinson will bring to the table after signing with the team.

The Chicago Bulls earned their first victory of the 2026 NBA Summer League on Tuesday, pulling away for a 99-87 win over the Washington Wizards.