NBA Basketball 24 Hours

Last updated: September 25, 2026, 2:20 PM ET

Offseason Transactions & Front Office Moves

Oklahoma City GM Sam Presti said the Thunder could match past teams' success despite key offseason departures, expressing confidence the roster won't experience a downturn. In Los Angeles, Lakers GM Rob Pelinka confirmed that LeBron James' exit was "done amicably" and that the franchise remains grateful for his tenure. Pelinka separately touted the team's post-LeBron overhaul, saying the front office "hit offseason priorities" and he is excited about the roster's new direction. LeBron himself explained that his friendship with Tyrese Maxey and a desire to help Joel Embiid win a title drove his decision to join the 76ers.

Contract & Extension Updates

Warriors star Stephen Curry insisted there is "no drama" regarding his unsettled contract extension, vowing it won't affect his play or the team's focus. In New York, extension talks between the Knicks and Karl-Anthony Towns have stalled, and an agreement appears distant.

Injury Reports & Camp Updates

Mavericks center Dereck Lively II has not been cleared for training camp due to a foot injury, and his status for the start of the season remains uncertain.

Collectibles & Milestones

A 1-of-1 rookie debut patch card of Cooper Flagg sold for a record $8.04M in an early Friday morning auction, marking the most expensive basketball card ever sold. In Wilmington, fans flocked to celebrate the 23rd anniversary of "One Tree Hill," with cast members joining the festivities—a nod to the show's enduring cultural impact and its jersey-number connection to Michael Jordan.

Legacy & Passing

Bob Pettit, the NBA's first MVP and a "true giant of the game," has died at. Pettit was named an All-Star in all 11 of his NBA seasons. Lakers longtime public address announcer Lawrence Tanter, who manned the microphone since the "Showtime" era, also passed away at.

Rankings & Analytics

The NBA Rank countdown of the top 100 players will reveal its top, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola Jokić, and Victor Wembanyama in a tight race for No. 1. In an analytical audit, metrics examined what the panel got right about players like Jaylen Brown and Jalen Brunson, comparing subjective rankings to statistical performance.