NBA Basketball 24-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: October 19, 2026, 4:40 AM ET
Contract Extensions
The Thunder signed guard Cason Wallace to a five-year, $139M extension, locking up the All-Defensive selection for the long term. Suns center Oso Ighodaro also agreed to a three-year, $29M extension with Phoenix.
Injuries
Kings guard Ben Simmons suffered a torn Achilles and will undergo surgery, ending his season. Top overall pick AJ Dybantsa exited the Wizards' preseason finale with an injury and will have his ankle checked. Warriors star Stephen Curry tweaked his right ankle in practice, but Steve Kerr said he is "fine."
Roster Moves
The Knicks waived Bruce Brown while keeping James Wiseman on the roster ahead of the season opener. The 76ers, short on frontcourt depth, converted 7-foot-6 Tacko Fall to a two-way contract.
Philadelphia Outlook
Without VJ Edgecombe, who sat out Friday's 125-120 loss, Joel Embiid insisted no one will "take a back seat" on the star-laden Sixers.
League Feuds & Entertainment
Kevin Durant fired back at Suns owner Mat Ishbia on social media over how the Phoenix tenure was framed. Singer Steve Lacy delighted a crowd with a viral "LeBron, LeBron, LeBron" version of his hit "Oh Yeah?"
Coming Up
The Knicks open their season with James Wiseman retained on the roster. The 76ers look to bolster their rotation as the regular season approaches.