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Last updated: July 17, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

NBA Offseason Moves and Investigations

The NBA is investigating a four-year, $64 million deal between Gary Trent Jr. and the Milwaukee Bucks. Meanwhile, the league will not punish Bam Adebayo for striking former teammate Tyler Herro at a Las Vegas gym last Friday. Commissioner Adam Silver acknowledged that the investigation into Kawhi Leonard for alleged cap circumvention. On the player movement front, Jonas Valanciunas has left the NBA to join Lithuanian club Zalgiris Kaunas on a two-year contract.

Free Agency Speculation and Signings

LeBron James this season, with the all-time scoring leader and current free agent speaking Thursday but not revealing his next team choice. Pat Riley and Giannis Antetokounmpo have both expressed a desire for LeBron James to return to the Miami Heat, with Antetokounmpo reportedly "excited" about the prospect of playing with James. The Cleveland Cavaliers signed Donovan Mitchell to a nearly $275 million deal as part of their free agent. Timberwolves president Tim Connelly believes point guard LaMelo Ball, acquired at a steep price, could "elevate" the team's ceiling as he joins the Wolves.

League Developments and International Expansion

The NBA is reportedly looking into a deal between the Bucks and Gary Trent Jr. for possible. In international news, the NBA is moving closer to launching a new league in Europe, with talks set to ramp up alongside the FIFA World Cup final for a fall 2027 launch. Separately, U.S. Representative John Moolenaar has called for the NBA to review its ties to Joe Tsai, following Alibaba's designation by the U.S. government as a "Chinese military company". The league is also tracking the latest on rookies at summer league and offseason free agency, with updates on deals and trades across the NBA.

: Rookie Talent and Team Outlooks

The Washington Wizards hope their new trio can be the difference that in the East to a competitive contender. The NBA is also evaluating intriguing players from the 2025 NBA draft class, including young Spurs Dylan Harper and Carter Bryant, as it ranks the league's 10 most interesting sophomore players. Giannis Antetokounmpo expressed that he will do "whatever it takes" to win a title with the Miami Heat, fueled by the pressure in South Beach and the team's championship history.