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Last updated: July 1, 2026, 2:31 PM ET

Free Agency Frenzy and Blockbuster Trades Shake the NBA

The NBA free agency period has ignited with significant player movement and high-stakes trades, reshaping contenders and signaling rebuilds across the league. The Golden State Warriors are set to bring back Melton on a two-year, $11 million deal, while also agreeing to a two-year, $40 million contract for Kristaps Porzingis to return to the Dubs. Meanwhile, the Boston Celtics have been active, securing Mitchell Robinson on a three-year, $47.4 million deal fresh off a title win and adding veteran guard Mike Conley Jr. on a one-year pact, with Conley becoming the 14th player to reach 20 NBA seasons after agreeing to terms. The Orlando Magic are bringing back Nikola Vucevic on a one-year, $3.9 million deal as free agency opens.

The trade market has also seen seismic shifts, most notably the Los Angeles Lakers reportedly acquiring center Walker Kessler from the Utah Jazz for two unprotected first-round picks in 2031 and 2033, along with first-round swaps in 2028 and 2030. In a move that has sent shockwaves through the league, the Memphis Grizzlies have traded two-time All-Star Ja