NBA Basketball 8-Hour Briefing

Last updated: October 20, 2026, 4:40 AM ET

Contract Extensions

The Oklahoma City Thunder locked up guard Cason Wallace with a five-year, $139 million extension, rewarding the All-Defensive selection. The Minnesota Timberwolves agreed to a one-year, $40 million deal with forward Jaden McDaniels.

Roster Moves

The Milwaukee Bucks waived guard Kevin Porter Jr. on Monday, just ahead of the season opener. The Memphis Grizzlies are waiving second-year guard Walter Clayton Jr. and Micah Peavy, according to sources, with Clayton a 2025 first-round pick.

Injury Report

Sacramento Kings guard Ben Simmons suffered a torn Achilles tendon and will undergo surgery, ending his season.

Season Preview

ESPN has released its full preview of all 30 teams, ranking each club and offering predictions for the coming campaign.

Coming Up

The 2026-27 season tips off with the opener outlined in ESPN's preview.