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Bill Simmons says LeBron James' return to Cavs is 'done'

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Updated Jul 10, 2:32 PM ET

Longtime sports analyst Bill Simmons says he has something so many of us want: Clarity on where LeBron James plays next. “The Cleveland thing is done,” Simmons declared on his podcast. That was his way of saying James is returning to the Cavaliers for his next chapter. Granted, that’s something a lot of people already […] The post Bill Simmons says LeBron James’ return to Cavs is ‘done’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Hoops Rumors Front Office Subscriber Chat: 7/9/2026

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Hoops Rumors’ Arthur Hill will hold a live chat Thursday at 11 am Central time (noon Eastern) exclusively for Trade Rumors Front Office subscribers. Use the link below to ask a question in advance, participate in the live event and read the transcript afterward. Unlock Subscriber-Exclusive Articles Like This One With a Trade Rumors Front Office […]

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Lakers appear to understand the importance of adding quality depth

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Updated Jul 9, 12:03 PM ET

The Los Angeles Lakers sit at 14 rostered players as of the morning of Wednesday, July 8. They’ve welcomed five new players — Sandro Mamukelashvili and Quentin Grimes officially, Walker Kessler, Collin Sexton and Kevon Looney still unofficially — and have turned the page to the Luka Doncic era. However, the 14-player roster the Lakers […]

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Apparently, the streets are talking, and they say LeBron James returning to Cavs

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Everyone has a LeBron James opinion these days. Some come from NBA executives. Some come from agents. Some come from anonymous league sources. And then… there are the streets. ESPN Cleveland personality Emmett Golden added a little more fuel to the LeBron fire Thursday, saying someone who has been right before reached out with an […] The post Apparently, the streets are talking, and they say LeBron James returning to Cavs appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Former Spurs Staffer Confirms Gregg Popovich Refused To Trade Kawhi Leonard To Lakers In 2018

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The Los Angeles Lakers are a franchise built on its stars and have a history of somehow landing the biggest names and best players the NBA has to offer. After signing LeBron James in 2018, the Lakers would turn their attention to then-San Antonio Spurs forward Kawhi Leonard, who was known to be on the […]

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NBA Notes: Kings, Zach LaVine, Heat, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jazz

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Kings Despite the trade speculation surrounding Zach LaVine, new Kings general manager Scott Perry sounds fully committed to bringing him back. Per Jason Anderson of the Sacramento Bee, Perry said that he’s remained in regular contact with LaVine since the season ended and expects the veteran guard to embrace a leadership role after exercising his […] The post NBA Notes: Kings, Zach LaVine, Heat, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jazz appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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NBA Notes: Lakers, roster, Hornets, Jeff Peterson, Hawks, Tim Bontemps

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Lakers The Lakers may have done the bulk of their offseason shopping last week, but don’t expect them to be finished. According to Dave McMenamin of ESPN, Los Angeles still views the back end of its roster as “critical” heading into next season. The Lakers currently have at least one roster spot available after adding […] The post NBA Notes: Lakers, roster, Hornets, Jeff Peterson, Hawks, Tim Bontemps appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Five Raptors thoughts as dust on Kawhi Leonard trade settles

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Updated Jul 10, 9:44 PM ET

I couldn’t remember the source, but did recall that the FO office did contact the league office prior to the trade. Here is the reference I found from Grange [everybody’s favourite reporter]. I don’t know if anyone else reported it? Now I’m wondering what exchange - if any - there was between our FO and the league? “Per sources, the Raptors “did their due diligence” with the NBA prior to making their most recent trade for Leonard and the guidance they received made them confident that they co...

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Six-team NBA blockbuster becomes official

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The NBA’s wild offseason just added another official chapter. The long-rumored six-team trade involving the Mavericks, Pistons, Grizzlies, Clippers, Bucks and Wizards has finally crossed the finish line, with all six teams announcing the deal Wednesday. There were so many moving parts that it almost felt like half the league was involved. The biggest names […] The post Six-team NBA blockbuster becomes official appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Reported Details On Why Kevon Looney Chose To Sign With Lakers

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Barring another signing, the backup center for the Los Angeles Lakers projects to be Kevon Looney. The 30-year-old is entering his 12th NBA season, and is among the most accomplished backup bigs in the league. He’s a three-time NBA champion with the Golden State Warriors in 2017, 2018 and 2022. His 2025-26 season was marred […]

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What LeBron James 'ruined' for Austin Reaves with decision to leave Lakers

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The Los Angeles Lakers have moved on from the entire starting lineup that won a first-round playoff series against the Houston Rockets in April, including — most notably — LeBron James. The 41-year-old superstar announced he was moving on from the Lakers after eight years, six playoff appearances and one championship in the purple and […]

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The three best destinations for LeBron James' 2026 free agency after confirmed shortlist

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LeBron James’ free agency is adding an extended amount of intrigue into the summer offseason months as the 41-year-old weighs his options. Despite eyeing a...

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Video: Jaylen Brown says he's still processing trade to 76ers

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Updated Jul 10, 9:11 AM ET

Jaylen Brown was back in Boston at MIT yesterday and spoke to the press. Chris Forsberg and the NBC Sports Boston discuss and fallout and the potential future moves for the Celtics.

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Hornets' LaMelo Ball trade nearly official, clearing way for Suns' moves

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Updated Jul 12, 3:26 AM ET

The Hornets’ blockbuster trade sending LaMelo Ball to the Timberwolves is expected to become official on Friday. And that will be good news for more than just the Hornets and Timberwolves. According to Rod Boone of The Charlotte Observer, the trade will be combined with the Timberwolves’ separate three-team Julius Randle trade involving the Nets […] The post Hornets’ LaMelo Ball trade nearly official, clearing way for Suns’ moves appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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NBA Notes: Blazers, Ja Morant, Clippers, Rui Hachimura, Wizards

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Updated Jul 12, 2:56 AM ET

Trail Blazers The Trail Blazers suddenly have a very different-looking backcourt. After acquiring Ja Morant from the Grizzlies, Portland now has Morant, Damian Lillard, Jrue Holiday, Scoot Henderson and Shaedon Sharpe all needing minutes. Jeremy Brener of SI.com took a look at the new depth chart and noted that something may still have to give. […] The post NBA Notes: Blazers, Ja Morant, Clippers, Rui Hachimura, Wizards appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Guerschon Yabusele a refusé une offre NBA avant de rejoindre le Panathinaïkos - BeBasket

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Posting this to kinda wrap up the Wolves-Yabu thing...Minnesota was indeed in on Yabu and offered him a deal above the minimum. They were prepared apparently to use part of the TPMLE to obtain him. He turned it down. Just a little insight into where the FO was looking to go with the PF spot. Think the NBA experience over the last year really turned Yabu off the league for good. But to be frank, I think Lyles is superior. submitted by /u/RVALover4Life [link] [comments]

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