NBA Basketball 24 Hours

Last updated: August 11, 2026, 9:08 PM ET

NBA Legend Passes

Don Nelson, the second-winningest coach in NBA history and a five-time champion as a player, died Sunday at age. His impact on the game—from pioneering the point forward role to winning Coach of the Year three times—leaves a lasting legacy.

Warriors & Curry Future

Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy reiterated that Stephen Curry remains “on track to be a Warrior for life,” despite entering the final season of his contract. Golden State’s franchise-altering 2027 offseason is a key storyline our resident GM is watching, with cap space and potential free-agent moves looming.

International & Injury Updates

Free agent guard Ben Simmons will join the Australian men’s national team minicamp in Melbourne as a full participant with “zero restrictions,” per a source. Meanwhile, Panathinaikos owner Dimitrios Giannakopoulos confirmed he made a “serious” offer to buy Nikola Jokic out of his NBA contract for next season and plans to try again when Jokic becomes a free agent in 2027.

Free Agency & Offseason Buzz

The biggest remaining free agents still on the market include Jalen Duren and James Harden, among others, as training camps near. Our tracking of deals and trades also notes that DeMar DeRozan remains unsigned as the 2026 offseason buzz continues.

Title Contenders Preview

Our insiders break down the under-the-radar concerns for the top 10 NBA title contenders, from injury risks to chemistry issues. As for the Spurs, Victor Wembanyama and Co. aim to build on last season’s breakout. In Houston, Kevin Durant and Amen Thompson look to push the Rockets into the West’s upper tier after a busy offseason.