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Warriors come up short in trade package for Trey Murphy III

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Updated Jul 27, 12:52 AM ET

The Golden State Warriors’ interest in Trey Murphy III has not translated into meaningful progress because their current offer falls short of what the New Orleans Pelicans want. Golden State has proposed a package centered around two first-round picks for the 26-year-old wing, according to ClutchPoints insider Brett Siegel. New Orleans has continued asking for...

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Stephen Curry Reacts To LeBron James' Free Agency Decision

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Stephen Curry was viewed as the Warriors‘ greatest asset in their pursuit of LeBron James. Their shared experience as part of the gold-medal-winning 2024 U.S. Olympic team and his status as one of the elite players of the past two decades made it easy to imagine a scenario where he and James decided to end […]

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Sixers Notes: Roster Decisions, Brown Extension, LeBron

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Updated Jul 27, 11:59 AM ET

The Sixers won the LeBron James sweepstakes and appear to be getting Kentavious Caldwell-Pope as well, but they have to make other roster moves before those signings can become official. Philadelphia needs to open up $6.235MM below its first apron hard cap, which likely means parting with two players, writes Adam Aaronson of The Philly […]

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Three Restricted Free Agents Remain Unsigned

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As our list of 2026 NBA free agents shows, most of the restricted free agents in this year’s class have either re-signed with their incumbent teams or joined new clubs. We’ll learn later tonight whether the Nuggets will retain Spencer Jones by matching his two-year offer sheet or if he’ll join the Thunder, the team […]

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What Will Nets Decide To Do With Michael Porter Jr.?

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Forward Michael Porter Jr. recently said he “cherished” his first season in Brooklyn, adding that he thinks the Nets are “building something special,” per Brian Lewis of The New York Post (subscriber link). The big question is, will the Nets work out an extension with their leading scorer or possibly look to trade him? “[General […]

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Warriors Notes: Davis, Brown, Murphy, Curry, Green, More

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The Warriors made an attempt to acquire Anthony Davis from the Wizards, believing their chances of signing LeBron James would improve if they added his former Lakers teammate and fellow Klutch Sports client, sources tell Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints. However, a team source described Washington’s asking price as “unreasonable,” and the talks never progressed past […]

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How Tobias Harris fits with the Spurs

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CLEVELAND, OHIO - MAY 09: Tobias Harris #12 of the Detroit Pistons reacts after a basket against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the fourth quarter in Game Three of the Second Round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs at Rocket Arena on May 09, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 Jason Miller/Getty Images...

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Cavaliers Notes: Harden, LeBron, Kuminga, Schröder, Thomas

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Updated Jul 26, 12:21 AM ET

The Cavaliers had no plans to move on from James Harden this summer regardless of what happened with LeBron James, sources tell Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints. Now that the James saga is resolved, Harden is expected to sign a new two- or three-year contract fairly soon that will help the team avoid the second apron, […]

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Who did Lakers players think LeBron James would sign with?

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While things didn’t end how they wanted it to due to injuries, the Los Angeles Lakers saw flashes of what Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and LeBron James could achieve together. But, unfortunately, they never saw it come together in the postseason and now that trio has come to an end. Ultimately, James decided after eight […]

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LeBron Is a Sixer! | Real Ones

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This has been the best podcast about the addition of LeBron I've listened to. Howard Beck questions the fit a bit, which is fair, but largely Raja, Logan, and Howard talk about how it could work. Give it a listen submitted by /u/jamhamram [link] [comments]

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NBA Notes: Cavs, Evan Mobley, Pistons, Jalen Duren, Bulls

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Cavaliers The Cavaliers made it clear this offseason that Evan Mobley remains untouchable. Now comes the part where Mobley has to justify that faith. Joe Vardon of The Athletic notes that Cleveland’s unwillingness to include Mobley in potential trades for Giannis Antetokounmpo or Jaylen Brown prevented the Cavs from making the type of blockbuster addition […] The post NBA Notes: Cavs, Evan Mobley, Pistons, Jalen Duren, Bulls appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Kawhi Leonard investigation reaches critical stage as NBA trade hangs in balance

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Updated Jul 26, 5:58 PM ET

The fact-finding portion of the NBA’s investigation into Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers may finally be complete, but that does not mean his proposed return to the Raptors is ready to move forward. Appearing on “The Rich Eisen Show,” The Athletic’s Mike Vorkunov said the outside law firm hired by the NBA appears to have...

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Kel'el Ware Trade Would Be a Dream for Knicks, But It's Also Unlikely

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While unlikely, the Knicks should call the Bucks about Kel’El Ware’s availability. The East is stacked & it’s shaky just having Andre Drummond as center insurance. It would cost the Knicks a good chunk of their remaining draft capital - 2032 swap, 2033 1st, 2nds - but the East is an arms race right now and this should at least be explored. submitted by /u/Joeblowpublic [link] [comments]

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Sixers stars made relentless push for LeBron James, especially Joel Embiid

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The 76ers didn’t simply wait around and hope LeBron James picked Philadelphia. They recruited him — hard. According to Tony Jones of The Athletic, Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and Jaylen Brown were “central figures” in Philadelphia’s pursuit, remaining in contact with James throughout the free agency process. Embiid apparently made a fairly significant promise along […] The post Sixers stars made relentless push for LeBron James, especially Joel Embiid appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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