SigningsWednesday, Aug 12, 2026

Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy expressed confidence once again that Stephen Curry -- who is on an expiring deal this season -- will remain with the Warriors until he retires.

The Portland Fire have signed Nigeria captain Amy Okonkwo to a standard WNBA contract, giving the two-time Women's AfroBasket MVP another opportunity in the league after productive spells with the Dallas Wings and Atlanta Dream.

Philadelphia 76ers star guard Tyrese Maxey said he wasn't blowing up LeBron James' phone during free agency as the legendary forward decided his next move, but he certainly reached out.

Reports of Russell Westbrook possibly signing with Hapoel Tel Aviv are "laughably false," sources told Marc Stein of The Stein Line. Westbrook is not considering playing abroad. The Kings were reportedly interested in potentially having Westbrook return next season as a mentor to Darius Acuff. Westbrook averaged 15.2 points and 6.7 assists last season.

Veteran free agents Russell Westbrook and Bradley Beal have reportedly registered at least some level of interest from NBA teams more than a month out from the start of training camp.

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Former NBA first-round pick MarJon Beauchamp will continue his career overseas, having signed with Bayern Munich for the 2026/27 season, according to a press release from the German team. The 24th overall pick in the 2022 draft, Beauchamp appeared in 149 regular season NBA games for the Bucks, Sixers, Knicks, and Clippers during the past […]

MIAMI, FLORIDA - APRIL 07: Quentin Grimes #5 of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts during the second quarter against the Miami Heat at Kaseya Center on April 07, 2025 in Miami, Florida. 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 Megan Briggs/Getty Images) | Getty Images While not the biggest gamble of the offseason, the Lakers certainly commit...

The Dallas Mavericks have high expectations for young forward Cooper Flagg moving forward. So does the global sports trading card market. A 1-of-1 Flagg rookie card was pulled in Rhode Island, per ESPN, after the team offered a bounty for it. The card is a rookie debut patch autograph card. Flagg signed it at Fanatics […] The post 1-of-1 Cooper Flagg rookie card pulled after Mavericks offer ‘bounty’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Golden State Warriors are looking to sign Brandin Podziemski to a contract extension, general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. said on Tuesday. "When he's on the court, we're a better team," said Dunleavy on a conference call. "So anytime you've got a guy like that, you want to be able to keep him around. "Obviously we have multiple ways to do it through an extension and restricted free agency and all that, but we prefer to get it done sooner rather than later." Podziemski averaged 13.8 points a...

The Golden State Warriors are looking at a few different veteran free agents to round out their roster as the 2026-27 season approaches, per NBA insiders Marc Stein and Jake Fischer.

Feb 22, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) shoots against Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Fresh off a massive offseason, the Philadelphia 76ers have nearly rebuilt their roster with new additions including LeBron James and Jaylen Brown. The spotlight is now on this team as never before, with media scrutiny intensifyin...

Hey, would you look at that? It’s Wednesday, which means it’s time to climb back into the Wayback Machine and see what Bright Side of the Sun looked like once upon a time. Today, we’re rewinding 14 years to the summer of 2012. It was an offseason full of hope, frustration, and one giant gut punch. The Suns handed Eric Gordon a four-year offer sheet, only to watch the New Orleans Hornets match it. Phoenix was coming off a 33-33 season that had been shortened by the lockout. Then came the move ...

While we probably still have another month (at least) until we hear that Jalen Duren has signed a new contract with the Detroit Pistons, let’s entertain the idea of what a JD sign-and-trade could look like this late in the summer. A couple of caveats, first: Let us begin. Option #1 DET gets: Ryan Rollins […]

After trading Jaylen Brown, Boston Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens knew that it would increase the chances of LeBron James signing with the Philadelphia 76ers. But he did it anyway. Stevens believes the Celtics are better off without Brown. The Jayson Tatum and Jaylen tandem had run its course in Brad’s eyes, through […] The post Did Celtics’ Brad Stevens make a mistake trading Jaylen Brown to 76ers with LeBron James possibility looming? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

SAN FRANCISCO – The only feeling that adequately summarizes the Golden State Warriors’ tepid offseason is deja vu. After all, what changed? The Warriors are returning a roster that won only 37-games and failed to get out of the Play-In game. They re-signed Draymond Green, Kristaps Porzingis, Al Horford, De’Anthony Melton, and Gary Payton II […] The post Warriors’ Mike Dunleavy fires back at critics of offseason strategy appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Denver Nuggets continue to be in a standoff with restricted free agent Peyton Watson despite the 23-year-old enjoying a breakthrough campaign that saw him average 14.6 points, 4.9 rebounds and 2.1 assists. Watson is reportedly seeking a contract worth $20M–$28M annually, and it now seems Denver may also have an issue with how he […] The post NBA rumors: Nuggets leak dirt on Peyton Watson not returning for playoffs due to free agency appeared first on ClutchPoints.

CLEVELAND, OH - MAY 11: Jalen Duren #0 of the Detroit Pistons dribbles the ball during the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers during Round Two Game Four of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 11, 2026 at Rocket Arena 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butl...

Here are five landing spots that could give Peyton Watson the best chance to earn a bigger role, a major payday, and grow into a future NBA star.

The Lakers made a big bet on Quentin Grimes this summer. What type of player are they getting in the combo guard?