NBA Basketball 3 Days

Last updated: July 11, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

Player Movement and Contract Updates

Gary Trent Jr. will remain with the Milwaukee Bucks on a four-year, $64 million deal. The NBPA, however, arguing it forces non-basketball decisions and prioritizes cost control over player and fan interests. In a significant rookie extension, Victor Wembanyama has agreed to a five-year, $252 million deal with the San Antonio Spurs, the third-largest of its kind in NBA history. Trae Young with the Washington Wizards, looking forward to ushering in a new era for the team. The Wizards are also set to bring back Khris Middleton on a three-year, $17.6 million contract through a sign-and-trade deal with his agent confirming the agreement.

Offseason Speculation and Free Agency Buzz

The free agency period continues to be dominated by speculation surrounding LeBron James' next move. While teams are actively courting him, some have to pitch their case. Andre Iguodala suggested that James' consideration of the Golden State Warriors is a testament to Stephen Curry's influence, while Stephen Curry himself acknowledged the "allure" of teaming up with James late in their careers. The San Antonio Spurs, through center Luke Kornet, have also for James. Meanwhile, the trade involving Kawhi Leonard between the Clippers and Raptors is on hold pending an NBA probe into potential salary cap circumvention.

Player Transactions and Team Dynamics

In a notable summer league debut, Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson, the second-highest total for a Las Vegas debut since 2004. The Charlotte Hornets' president of basketball operations, Jeff Peterson, described the LaMelo Ball trade as "probably the most difficult" decision he has made, aiming to achieve multiple organizational goals. Ja Morant, now with the Portland Trail Blazers after a trade from the Grizzlies, stated he is ready to "start fresh" and dispel his "bad guy" image stating his move is a chance for a reset. In Miami, Tim Hardaway Jr. was formally introduced wearing his father's former No. 10 jersey.

League News and Off-Court Developments

A rare Victor Wembanyama trading card, a 2024 1-of-1 Panini Revolution vertical green Kaboom!, sold for an impressive $1,443,133 on the Alt platform. Jalen Brunson's Game 1 jersey from the 2026 NBA Finals at Sotheby's, setting a record for Brunson memorabilia. In a surprising turn of events, Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro reportedly engaged in a physical altercation during a Las Vegas practice, with Adebayo striking Herro. Former ESPN senior NBA writer Tim Bontemps has been hired by the Atlanta Hawks for a front office role, while former Hawks GM Landry Fields will lead the men's basketball operations for Project B, a new global league taking on a leadership role. Charles Barkley faces the longest odds at 7,500-1 to win the annual celebrity golf tournament in Lake Tahoe. U.S. District Judge LaShann DeArcy Hall denied a request to modify Terry Rozier's bail conditions, preventing him from practicing with potential witnesses. Mavericks owner Mark Cuban has accused governor Patrick Dumont of "adversarial business practices" in relation to a proposed move of the club. The Mavericks also finalized a six-team trade that brought Tarik Biberovic to Dallas, along with Santi Aldama and Marcus Sasser. Jayson Tatum reflected on the "abrupt ending" of his partnership with Jaylen Brown, expressing pride in their shared era.