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Iman Shumpert accidentally says Lakers signed Jonathan Kuminga

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Updated Jul 16, 1:22 PM ET

The Los Angeles Lakers are in pursuit of free agent forward Jonathan Kuminga, but Iman Shumpert’s latest remarks appear to hint toward one outcome. On the Shump Street podcast, NBA insider Shams Charania discussed NBA free agency with the former player. Iman Shumpert played 10 seasons in the NBA, winning a title with the Cleveland...

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Lakers News: Collin Sexton Explains What Makes Walker Kessler Special

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The Los Angeles Lakers invested heavily in center Walker Kessler, signing him to a four-year, $130 million contract and trading multiple draft assets to acquire him in a sign-and-trade with the Utah Jazz. The franchise views him as the ideal big man to pair with their star backcourt of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves and […]

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Quentin Grimes and the Lakers seem to be a perfect match

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The Los Angeles Lakers made a number of signings this offseason, completely overhauling their roster. One of the first names linked to the team early in the summer that would ultimately sign a four-year, $60 million contract was guard Quentin Grimes. Grimes spent the last year and a half with the Philadelphia 76ers after a […]

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Trae Young’s Agent On New Deal With Wizards, His Leadership And Contract Criticism - Fadeaway World

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Trae Young's agent, Aaron Mintz, spoke with Fadeaway World about Young’s new deal, his offseason regimen and why he has felt strongly comfortable with the Wizards roster and staff.

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And-Ones: Kokoskov, Second-Year Players, EuroLeague, Duarte

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Former NBA head coach and longtime assistant Igor Kokoskov has been hired by Project B as the startup basketball league’s head of player development, writes Alanis Thames of The Associated Press. Kokoskov, who spent last season as head coach of Turkish powerhouse Anadolu Efes, has more than two decades of NBA experience primarily as an […]

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LeBron, still mum on decision, riles up fans with 76ers mantra

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Updated Jul 17, 5:36 PM ET

LeBron James finished off the fourth of four public appearances scheduled around the first two days of Fanatics Fest on Friday, and just like the three that came before it Thursday, James kept his upcoming free agency decision to himself.

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Latest LeBron James rumor is horrible news for Warriors

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In a segment on the Pat McAfee Show, ESPN's Shams Charania poured cold water on the thought Golden State is a top contender to sign LeBron James.

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LeBron James sweepstakes continue to center on Cavs, Heat, Sixers

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Updated Jul 17, 1:56 AM ET

LeBron James spoke publicly for the first time since entering 2026 free agency. He left no real clues. But league sources continue to tell Hoops Wire that they believe the focus remains on the Cavaliers, Heat and 76ers as James’ most likely destinations. They also aren’t expecting him to announce a decision this week. Now, […] The post LeBron James sweepstakes continue to center on Cavs, Heat, Sixers appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Draymond Green Says He'd Switch Jersey Number if LeBron James Signs Warriors Contract, Reveals Plans

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Updated Jul 17, 7:02 PM ET

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green indicated a willingness to change from his No. 23 to the No. 5 on social media Thursday, which would accommodate the potential addition of LeBron James.

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Pistons Rumors: Duren, Thompson, Stars, Stewart, More

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Updated Jul 17, 2:51 AM ET

Little progress has been made in contract negotiations between the Pistons and restricted free agent center Jalen Duren, according to Hunter Patterson of The Athletic. As Patterson writes, while Duren met with the Lakers and Kings when free agency opened to explore the possibility of sign-and-trade scenarios, there’s no indication that Detroit seriously entertained the […]

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Jalen Duren’s contract talks with Pistons, big swings and more: What I’m hearing

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Updated Jul 17, 1:46 AM ET

But a league source, granted anonymity to discuss negotiations still in progress, told The Athletic that signing Duren is Detroit’s No. 1 offseason priority and the team is confident it’ll come to an agreement with Duren. Both sides want to get a deal done that makes sense for everyone involved, the source said. submitted by /u/Ibo21 [link] [comments]

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Suns Planet Podcast: Wow so NBA offseason is back

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Updated Jul 17, 4:23 PM ET

Hey there, Planeteers, we are back and dove into the latest in the Suns’ world alongside the NBA one as well. On this episode, Bruce and Jake break down the other moves that have transpired in the Suns’ offseason after bringing back the core three. They discuss the Miles Bridges trade and also dive into the Luke Kennard signing. After that, though, we had some convos with league news, like LaMelo Ball to the Timberwolves, Jaylen Brown to the Sixers, and much more! Check it out here

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