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Last updated: July 6, 2026, 2:35 AM ET

NBA Free Agency Frenzy Continues

The NBA offseason is in full swing with significant spending and surprising developments as free agency enters its second week. Hundreds of millions continue to be allocated to centers, while cap anomalies have NBA executives buzzing hundreds of millions spent. The Philadelphia 76ers, fresh off a trade for Jaylen Brown, are now aggressively pursuing LeBron James, attempting to pitch the superstar on joining their revamped squad 76ers eye LeBron. Meanwhile, Rich Paul, LeBron's agent, confirmed that his client is considering multiple destinations, including the Miami Heat, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Philadelphia LeBron eyeing Heat, Cavs.

Center Market Activity

Center movement has been a major storyline, with teams scrambling to fill roster spots. The New York Knicks have secured veteran Andre Drummond on a one-year deal worth $3.9 million following the departure of Mitchell Robinson Drummond Knicks. In Boston, the Celtics picked up Neemias Queta's option and signed him to a four-year, $56 million extension, solidifying their center rotation C's pick up Queta's. The Los Angeles Lakers, however, are trading Deandre Ayton to the Washington Wizards in exchange for guard Jaden Hardy and two future second-round picks Lakers trading Ayton.

Roster Shakeups and Extensions

Beyond the center position, several teams are making key moves. Restricted free agent Tari Eason has agreed to a five-year, $81.5 million deal to remain with the Houston Rockets Eason, Rockets agree. The Rockets are also sending Dorian Finney-Smith and three second-round picks to the Charlotte Hornets Finney-Smith dealt Hornets. Guard Anfernee Simons has reached a two-year, $12.3 million agreement with the Philadelphia 76ers, which includes a player option for the second season Simons agrees with 76ers. In a notable uniform change, Ja Morant will switch to No. 1 for the upcoming season, a number he has worn since high school Morant wear No. 1.

Coaching and League Developments

Coaching news also emerged, with Billy Donovan agreeing to become the lead assistant coach for the San Antonio Spurs under head coach Mitch Johnson Donovan lead assistant. The Toronto Raptors have extended head coach Darko Rajakovic's contract, signaling stability as the team reportedly prepares for the return of Kawhi Leonard Raptors coach gets new. On the rule change front, the NBA will test the one-and-done free throw rule, previously seen in the G League, during the upcoming summer league in July. The summer league will also feature embedded sensors in basketballs NBA testing one free. The overall free agency period has seen a mix of teams solidifying their positions and others facing challenges in the competitive market Winners, losers free agency.