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Last updated: June 29, 2026, 5:30 AM ET

NBA Player Movement and Offseason Moves

The Oklahoma City Thunder are reportedly sending guard Isaiah Joe to the Detroit Pistons in exchange for two second-round draft picks, according to sources familiar with the situation Pistons land Joe. This move comes as the Thunder are also finalizing a new three-year, $75 million contract to keep Isaiah Hartenstein with the team through the 2028-29 season OKC keep Hartenstein. Meanwhile, Jose Alvarado is set to return to the New York Knicks, declining his $4.5 million player option to sign a new three-year deal worth over $14 million Alvarado back Knicks. In other roster news, the Orlando Magic have waived forward Jonathan Isaac, a move that will save the franchise $6.5 million Magic waive Isaac.

NBA Draft and College Decisions

The upcoming NBA Summer League schedule is set to feature marquee matchups, including games involving the top four picks in the recent draft and a contest between the Miami Heat and Milwaukee Bucks following their blockbuster trade involving Giannis Antetokounmpo Summer league features. While many draftees are preparing for their professional debuts, Narcisse Ngoy, the 57th overall selection, has indicated he will defer his NBA career to play college basketball at Auburn for the upcoming season Ngoy opts Auburn.

Player Outlooks and Trade Analysis

Caleb Wilson, a new forward for the Chicago Bulls, has expressed his ambition to win Rookie of the Year in his debut season Bulls' Wilson expects. On the injury front, Jimmy Butler provided an update on his ACL recovery, stating his belief that he will still be "a top player" upon his return from the torn ACL he suffered in January Butler shares update. Offseason moves are also under scrutiny, with trade evaluations underway; the deal that sent Miles Bridges from Charlotte to Phoenix, for instance, received a D+ grade Grading big trades. Similarly, free agent signings and extensions are being assessed, with the Knicks' moves among those receiving grades Grades free agent signings. Coaches who have faced top prospects in the 2026 NBA draft class have also shared their insights on the future potential of these incoming players College coaches on top picks.