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NBA rumors: The trade reason Kings’ continued interest in Jonathan Kuminga is going nowhere

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Jonathan Kuminga is arguably the most sought-after free agency acquisition remaining on the market this offseason, and multiple teams have expressed interest in the former Atlanta Hawks man. Among the barrage of interested teams operating under strict financial conditions are the Sacramento Kings, but there are obvious reasons why there have been no developments with […] The post NBA rumors: The trade reason Kings’ continued interest in Jonathan Kuminga is going nowhere appeared first on Clut...

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Hapoel Tel Aviv targeting Jasiel Rivero to bolster frontcourt - Sportando

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Updated Aug 6, 3:49 AM ET

A move to Hapoel would mark a return to Israel for Rivero, who previously spent two seasons with Maccabi Tel Aviv. L'articolo Hapoel Tel Aviv targeting Jasiel Rivero to bolster frontcourt proviene da Sportando.

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NBA Exec Questions Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe's Fit with LeBron James on 76ers

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Updated Aug 6, 1:08 PM ET

At least one NBA executive is expressing doubt over whether LeBron James' arrival will be a positive thing for budding stars Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe.

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Hoops Rumors Glossary: Exhibit 9 Contract

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When NBA teams are in the process of filling out their training camp rosters, the Exhibit 10 is the type of contract mentioned most frequently on Hoops Rumors. An Exhibit 10 contract can be converted into a two-way deal or puts a player in line to earn a bonus if he’s waived and then joins […]

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40 years ago, Jazz came within inches of their biggest free agency splash ever

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Was the Carlos Boozer signing still the biggest one to date in terms of a young stud joining the Jazz as a free agent? Some big names have played for the Jazz in the past -- Pete Maravich, Spencer Haywood, Adrian Dantley, Darryl Dawkins, Kelly Tripucka, Bernard King, Joe Johnson, Tom Chambers, Danny Manning, Al Jefferson, Rudy Gay, Ricky Rubio, Mike Conley, Derek Fisher, Kyle Korver, Tom Gugliotta, Boris Diaw, Patty Mills-- but most of them have been in trades and after they've reached their ...

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Steph Curry calls himself a ‘realist’ amid Warriors’ quiet offseason

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Updated Aug 5, 5:48 PM ET

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - APRIL 17: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors during the first half of an NBA play-in tournament game at Mortgage Matchup Center on April 17, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. 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 Christian Petersen/Getty Images) | Getty Images In today’s Dub Hub: In a recent article by The Athl...

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Domantas Sabonis Ready To Recommit To Kings After Trade Fails To Materialize

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Updated Aug 5, 7:32 PM ET

Domantas Sabonis will remain with the Sacramento Kings this season with two years and $94 million remaining on his current contract, and team sources say he has expressed a willingness to recommit and fully buy into the roster, following months of the front office exploring potential trade scenarios. Sacramento general manager Scott Perry has maintained an open, transparent relationship with Sabonis since taking over the role in April 2025, according to team sources, including honest conversa...

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Team USA saves LeBron James an Olympic seat for one final ride

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Updated Aug 5, 2:19 PM ET

The only person standing between LeBron James and a fifth Olympic appearance may be LeBron James. James has emphatically dismissed playing for Team USA at the 2028 Los Angeles Games, saying he would watch from Cabo. According to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, however, his refusal has not closed the door from the other side. “If LeBron...

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Heat Notes: LaVine, Targets, Spoelstra, Johnson

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Updated Aug 6, 1:35 AM ET

The Heat‘s desire to add a high-volume shooter to replace the recently departed Tyler Herro and Norman Powell and bolster the offense around the talented duo of Bam Adebayo and Giannis Antetokounmpo is no secret, nor is their scant means of acquiring said player. There was hope that the matter could be neatly resolved if […]

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OG Anunoby: “NBA Europe will take UK to another level”

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Updated Aug 5, 11:21 AM ET

Many markets will benefit from the arrival of NBA Europe, and the champion with the Knicks believes it will mean the most for the UK The post OG Anunoby: “NBA Europe will take UK to another level” appeared first on Eurohoops.

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Joel Embiid grabs attention with 3-word post as he returns to the lab

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The Philadelphia 76ers are just months away from the beginning of a new era. An era in which LeBron James will be an integral part of yet another superteam. Among the bigwigs are Jaylen Brown, Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe, and Joel Embiid. Despite calls for the 76ers to rid themselves of Embiid, who’s notoriously injury-prone, […] The post Joel Embiid grabs attention with 3-word post as he returns to the lab appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kendrick Perkins Throws Water On Warriors' 2027 Championship Chances

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Another summer of potential and another offseason of disappointment for fans of Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors. The franchise entered last season’s trade deadline as a legitimate trade suit for Giannis Antetokounmpo and failed to land him. This offseason, the Warriors failed to trade for Jaylen Brown and were unable to convince LeBron […] The post Kendrick Perkins throws water on Golden State’s 2027 championship chances appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers news: Shaq drops LeBron James 50k-point expectation

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LeBron James is, without a doubt, in the last legs of his career. This explains why he prioritized happiness in free agency, choosing to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers to make them one of the favorites to compete for the 2027 NBA championship. James will be 42 years of age in December, and one could […] The post Shaq drops LeBron James 50k-point expectation appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jim Lynam: Plenty of challenges ahead for Lebron-led Sixers

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Updated Aug 5, 2:25 PM ET

Dec 7, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Lebron James (23) and Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey react with each other after the game at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Lightning struck just as Jim Lynam was finishing the ninth hole at Twisted Dune Golf Club in South Jersey on a recent Friday. It came not in the usual way, but in the form of newsflash: LeBron James was going to sign with...

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NBA Notes: Blazers, Ja Morant, Suns, Miles Bridges, Heat

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Trail Blazers The Trail Blazers knew they were taking a chance when they acquired Ja Morant. The bigger question is whether the gamble pays off. As Keith Smith of Spotrac recently reported (via SI’s Jeremy Brener), one Portland executive said the organization believes Morant simply needed a fresh start after seven seasons with the Grizzlies. […] The post NBA Notes: Blazers, Ja Morant, Suns, Miles Bridges, Heat appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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