NBA Basketball 24 Hours

Last updated: September 18, 2026, 2:02 PM ET

Cavaliers Front Office

Cleveland is promoting Brandon Weems to the general manager role, elevating a longtime organization insider to oversee basketball operations. The move signals continuity for a franchise that has leaned on internal development. Meanwhile, forward Peyton Watson is eager to showcase his all-around game in Cleveland, saying the Cavaliers were not among the first teams to pursue him before the deal came together.

Knicks Offseason

New York ended a 53-year title drought in 2026, and the question now is whether the Knicks can repeat as champions. The franchise added veteran forward John Konchar on a one-year deal, with agent George S. Langberg confirming the agreement. Off the court, the Knicks paused ticket sales after a pricing error left fans facing far higher costs than expected. Star guard Jalen Brunson will guest star on an upcoming episode of "Law & Order: SVU," NBC announced Thursday.

Pelicans & Raptors

New Orleans locked up forward Saddiq Bey on a three-year, $55.5M extension, keeping a key rotation piece in place. In Toronto, the Raptors' offseason recap centers on whether the arrival of Kawhi Leonard makes them a contender alongside Scottie Barnes as the franchise chases a return to prominence.

League Business

NBA commissioner Adam Silver said the league reviewed similar cases before penalizing the Clippers, arguing the situation required "competitive consequences." His comments closed the book on a saga that had lingered over the league's offseason.

Celtics & Sixers

Paul George acknowledged Celtics fans' angst toward the trade that sent Jaylen Brown elsewhere, saying he is ready to prove himself in Boston. The deal reshaped the Eastern Conference hierarchy and added pressure on George to deliver. Elsewhere, Anthony Edwards called out LeBron James, Jaylen Brown and others in a new Adidas advertisement, with the Timberwolves star landing several jokes aimed at the new-look 76ers and beyond.

Around the League

A future power ranking of all 30 teams projects how rosters will look in 2026-27 and even 2029, with the Thunder and Spurs leading the way. The league is also mourning Michael Sweetney, the former Georgetown, Knicks and Bulls big man who died at 43 after four NBA seasons.

Fantasy Basketball

With draft season underway, Andre Snellings offers 10 tips to win your league, covering draft strategy and roster construction. For newcomers, a separate guide explains how to set up a league and play, making the case that this is the year to try fantasy basketball even if you never have before.