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Last updated: August 7, 2026, 6:49 PM ET

Roster Moves & Extensions

The Suns secured forward Dillon Brooks on a three-year, $73 million extension through the 2029-30 season, his agent told ESPN. Jaylen Brown, traded to the Sixers, called the transition a "crazy transition" and expressed disappointment with the Celtics' communication. The Wizards and forward Anthony Davis’ agent, Rich Paul, have tabled extension talks until after the season, sources said. Sixers president Mike Gansey stated that Joel Embiid is healthy and "extra motivated" with LeBron James and Jaylen Brown on his side. Three-time dunk champion Mac McClung signed with Basquet Girona, a Spanish team owned by Marc Gasol. Former NBA guard Monta Ellis was named general manager at Alcorn State, the school announced Friday. Meanwhile, nine notable free agents including Jalen Duren and James Harden remain unsigned as the 2026-27 season approaches.

Legal & Medical Updates

Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke’s death was ruled an accident due to heroin and cocaine by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s office Friday. A misdemeanor gun charge against Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden was dismissed by a Texas judge. Additionally, Kawhi Leonard had an undisclosed sponsorship agreement allegedly worth millions with Daktronics, the company that designed the Clippers’ videoboard, Pablo Torre reported.

Off-Court Headlines

The Mavericks are offering season tickets for 32 years and a signed jersey as part of a bounty for Cooper Flagg’s 1-of-1 debut patch autograph card. Tyrese Haliburton and his wife, Jade Jones, held an official wedding celebration featuring a performance by 50 Cent. LeBron James shot down Jaylen Brown’s idea of skydiving if the 76ers win a championship, responding simply, "Boy ... naw".