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Last updated: July 11, 2026, 11:30 AM ET

Spurs Secure Wembanyama's Future, Collectors Chase His Cards

The San Antonio Spurs with a five-year, $252 million maximum rookie-scale contract extension, the third-largest rookie deal in league history. In a separate development, a rare 2024 Panini Revolution vertical green Kaboom! card featuring Wembanyama on the trading card platform Alt.

LeBron James' Free Agency Frenzy Continues

As LeBron James' free agency decision, teams are employing unconventional tactics to recruit him, with some. The San Antonio Spurs, through center Luke Kornet, are also for his services. Andre Iguodala commented that Golden State even being a consideration for James. Curry himself acknowledged the "allure" of potentially joining James late in their careers for a Hall of Fame run. Meanwhile, ESPN's analysis James, covering both financial and intangible benefits.

Offseason Moves and Lingering Questions

The Dallas Mavericks by signing prospect Tarik Biberovic, a deal that also brings Santi Aldama and Marcus Sasser to Dallas. The NBA is also by the Clippers, which has put a trade involving Kawhi Leonard on hold. Milwaukee Bucks general manager Jon Horst described the decision to trade Giannis Antetokounmpo as "very difficult." In Dallas, Mark Cuban of engaging in "adversarial business practices" and attempting to move the club out of downtown. Trae Young expressed his excitement about his long-term future with the Wizards after re-signing with the team.

Player Development and Summer League Action

Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson had a stellar summer league debut, scoring 35 points, the second-most points in a Las Vegas summer league debut since the event's inception in 2004. The top prospects from the 2026 draft, AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson, with analysis available on their performances.

Player Relations and League Concerns

The NBPA, through executive director David Kelly, arguing it forces teams into decisions that prioritize cost control over basketball strategy and negatively impact players and fans. In a separate incident, former Heat teammates Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro were involved in a physical altercation at a Las Vegas hotel practice court, where Adebayo reportedly struck Herro. Tim Hardaway Jr. has returned to the Miami Heat and will wear his father's former No. 10 jersey.

Miscellaneous NBA News

Charles Barkley at 7,500-1 to win the celebrity golf tournament in Lake Tahoe this week. Several significant offseason questions still require resolution, including Jalen Duren's new contract, the Kawhi Leonard situation, and LeBron James' next team, according to a list of ten lingering offseason topics.