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Last updated: July 16, 2026, 8:30 AM ET

Summer League Standouts and Roster Moves

The Washington Wizards have decided to end AJ Dybantsa's summer league participation after just two games due to his impressive debut. Elsewhere, the Atlanta Hawks announced that forward Mouhamed Gueye underwent surgery for a fractured left foot and will be reevaluated in three to four months, potentially missing the start of the season had surgery. In a significant international move, Jonas Valanciunas has officially left the NBA to join Lithuanian club Zalgiris Kaunas on a two-year deal signed a contract.

Free Agency and Team Building

The Cleveland Cavaliers have signed Donovan Mitchell to a contract extension worth nearly $275 million signing Mitchell. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia 76ers' star trio of Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid, and Jaylen Brown have reportedly been in contact with LeBron James as the team pursues him, with Maxey leading the outreach efforts. Timberwolves president Tim Connelly expressed confidence in the team's acquisition of point guard LaMelo Ball, believing he can elevate the team's ceiling thinks Ball.

Player Relations and League Investigations

Bucks guard Tyler Herro stated his desire to "move on" from a recent physical altercation with former teammate Bam Adebayo in Las Vegas and is focusing on his new chapter in Milwaukee. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver acknowledged that the investigation into Kawhi Leonard regarding alleged salary cap circumvention must be concluded before the start of the upcoming season.

Future Outlook and International Expansion

Lakers guard Austin Reaves, fresh off signing a record-breaking contract for an undrafted player, expressed optimism about the Lakers' roster construction in the post-LeBron era. In broader league news, the NBA is reportedly intensifying discussions for a potential European league launch, aiming for a fall 2027 debut, alongside ongoing FIFA World Cup final preparations. The Thunder's Mark Daigneault, the Pistons' JB Bickerstaff, and Gonzaga's Mark Few are expected to be named as assistant coaches for Team USA under head coach Erik Spoelstra.