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LeBron James has chosen a team — what it may mean for the Dallas Mavericks

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DALLAS, TX - JANUARY 12: Klay Thompson #31, P.J Washington #25, Spencer Dinwiddie #26 and Daniel Gafford #21 of the Dallas Mavericks look on during the game against the Denver Nuggets on January 12, 2025 at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. 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 2025 NBAE (Photo by...

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It doesn’t sound like the Lakers are interested in trading for PJ Washington, Daniel Gafford

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Updated Jul 25, 5:41 PM ET

DALLAS, TX - JUNE 14: PJ Washington #25 of the Dallas Mavericks helps up Daniel Gafford #21 of the Dallas Mavericks during the game against the Boston Celtics during Game Four of the 2024 NBA Finals on June 14, 2024 at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. 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 202...

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LeBron James chooses 76ers over Cavs in free agency

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Updated Jul 25, 8:46 AM ET

LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 5: Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers plays defense during the game against LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers on February 5, 2026 at Crypto.Com Arena in Los Angeles, California. 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 Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty...

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Pistons Proposed to Pair Jalen Williams With Cade Cunningham in Major Trade

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OKC gets two Forward who can’t space the floor? Okay this sub or some on it told me to just stay away from heavy.com. I should have listened. After this stupid trade, I shall never stray again. submitted by /u/Economy-Kitchen1846 [link] [comments]

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Raptors success be damned, I just want DeMar DeRozan back

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Updated Jul 25, 10:46 AM ET

Apr 1, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Sacramento Kings forward DeMar DeRozan (10) dribbles the ball as Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (4) defends in the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images | Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images A lot has been said about homecomings this offseason. Kyle Lowry retiring a Raptor, Kawhi Leonard in limbo, but ostensibly one step away from joining the team. However, all this talk about the greatest Raptors has left me feeling lik...

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Can Miles Bridges elevate the Suns’ offense?

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Updated Jul 25, 10:17 AM ET

Yes. He can. Next question. … Oh, you’re still here? You want an explanation? … I’ll start by saying we’re officially in the summer cycle of speculation. So I guess I have the time to give you one. As we enter the void where there’s no basketball for the next two and a half months, all we can do is sit around, think through different scenarios, and debate why they will or won’t work. It’s very similar to what we did last offseason, when we tried to project what a team featuring both Jalen Gre...

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LeBron James leaving Lakers for 76ers makes sense within context of winning

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When LeBron James decided to leave the Lakers, immediate questions swirled about what he’d prioritize in his unprecedented 24th NBA season (and possibly beyond).

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Bucks Reacts Survey Results: Majority of fans wouldn’t trade Ryan Rollins for Peyton Watson

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Updated Jul 25, 1:06 AM ET

Jan 11, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Ryan Rollins (13) controls the ball against Denver Nuggets guard Peyton Watson (8) as forward Zeke Nnaji (22) defends in the fourth quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images | Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images Peyton Watson remains an unsigned restricted free agent. The Milwaukee Bucks remain in need of a defensive stopper on the wing. And with news that the Bucks have been linked to Watson, exploring avenue...

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