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Last updated: July 31, 2026, 11:31 PM ET

NBA Offseason Transactions and Player News

Draymond Green agreed to a one-year, $27.7 million deal to return to the Golden State Warriors. This move is one of the significant free agent signings and extensions being graded across the league. NBA offseason continues to generate buzz with ongoing tracking of deals, trades, and free agency updates, including the latest on players like DeMar DeRozan.

League Operations and Investigations

The NBA will not hold any preseason games in the Middle East for the first time in five years, a decision attributed to the ongoing conflict in the region. Separately, NBA investigation into whether the Los Angeles Clippers circumvented the salary cap to pay Kawhi Leonard could extend into 2027 if an agreement on findings or a settlement is not reached.

Player Endorsements and Legal Matters

San Antonio star Victor Wembanyama has reportedly signed a new, long-term endorsement deal with Nike that includes his own signature sneaker. In legal news Terry Rozier's attorney argued in a court filing that a text message from a co-defendant indicates the NBA veteran was unaware of the alleged gambling scheme for which he has been indicted.

Team Updates and League Trends

The Indiana Pacers have unveiled new Statement Edition pinstripe uniforms, evoking the look of their late-'90s teams. Meanwhile, representatives from the Portland Trail Blazers have met with city councilors to discuss a new lease agreement and the allocation of public funds for renovations to the Moda Center. The league's current trend of parity, with eight different champions in the last eight years, raises questions about which of the remaining 22 teams have the potential to extend this streak to nine champions in nine years.