NBA Basketball 3 Days

Last updated: June 27, 2026, 2:32 AM ET

NBA Free Agency & Trades

The NBA offseason is heating up with significant contract agreements and trade maneuvers. Center Isaiah Hartenstein is set to return to OKC on a three-year deal worth $75 million through the 2028-29 season. Guard Jose Alvarado will stay with the Knicks, declining his player option for a new three-year contract exceeding $14 million. Meanwhile, the Suns are retaining restricted free agent Mark Williams on a three-year, $38 million guarantee. Guard Coby White plans to re-sign with the Hornets for three years and $74 million, though the team is also reportedly engaged in serious trade talks for star point guard LaMelo Ball, with sources indicating a potential deal sending Ball and Josh Green to the Timberwolves in exchange for Naz Reid and multiple draft picks is being finalized. Al Horford intends to continue his career with the Warriors, signing a two-year, $14 million contract.

Draft Prospects & University Decisions

The NBA draft continues to shape future team rosters, with some top prospects opting for college over immediate entry. AJ Dybantsa, the No. 1 overall pick, will wear No. 4 for the Wizards, aiming to revitalize the franchise. Dybantsa and Boozer have been recognized with draft superlatives, highlighting their unique draft narratives. However, 57th pick Narcisse Ngoy has decided to play college basketball at Auburn next season, forgoing the NBA for now. Many of the top picks are drawing comparisons, with coaches weighing in on the future upside of players like Dybantsa and others in early evaluations. The second round saw notable selections such as Isaiah Evans, who waited until the second night for his name to be called. Early projections for the 2027 draft are already surfacing, with Tyran Stokes and others being eyed as top prospects. Fantasy basketball analysts are also assessing the impact of the 2026 draft class, identifying players like Andre Snellings who are worth rostering.

Team Transactions & Coaching News

Team strategies are evolving through trades and coaching appointments. The Thunder are reportedly trading Isaiah Joe to the Pistons for two second-round picks, while the Pistons are also sending Isaiah Stewart to the Grizzlies for three future second-round picks in a separate deal. The Blazers have appointed Micah Nori as their new head coach, a move that J.B. Bickerstaff, speaking for the National Basketball Coaches Association, called a "slap in the face" due to contract structure concerns. Nori himself indicated he had been a secondary choice for multiple teams before landing the top job in Portland. Meanwhile, Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens stated that Jaylen Brown remains a valued player, despite ongoing trade discussions involving the All-Star forward with multiple interested teams being active.

Player Commentary & Offseason Buzz

Player sentiments and off-court narratives are adding color to the NBA landscape. Chicago Bulls forward Caleb Wilson, the No. 4 overall pick, has set his sights on winning Rookie of the Year in his inaugural season. Warriors legend Stephen Curry has publicly acknowledged his new teammate Yaxel Lendeborg, who admitted to being a "Kyrie fan" who used to hate Steph before being drafted by Golden State. Aces coach Becky Hammon has publicly reversed her previous criticism of Knicks star Jalen Brunson, stating her "opinion was wrong" regarding his play. The summer league schedule is set to feature marquee matchups, including the top four draft picks and a notable Heat-Bucks game following the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade. The Blazers' governor, Tom Dundon, has stated that a proposed $600 million arena makeover for the Moda Center will only use public funds.