NBA Basketball 3 Days

Last updated: July 13, 2026, 5:30 AM ET

Player Movement and Signings

Gary Trent Jr. agreed to a four-year, $64 million deal to remain with the Milwaukee Bucks, while Trae Young with the Wizards after re-signing. The Dallas Mavericks by signing prospect Tarik Biberovic, also acquiring Santi Aldama and Marcus Sasser. The Clippers-Raptors trade involving Kawhi Leonard is on hold pending an NBA probe into potential salary cap circumvention.

Summer League Standouts and Transactions

Top draft pick AJ Dybantsa to help the Washington Wizards maintain their undefeated streak in summer league play. In another summer league performance, Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson in his debut, the second-highest total since the event's inception in 2004. The NBA's "second apron", with the NBPA executive director stating it forces teams into decisions that are detrimental to players and fans alike, prioritizing cost control over basketball strategy.

Offseason Speculation and Team Dynamics

Ja Morant indicated he is looking to "start fresh" with the Trail Blazers following his trade from the Grizzlies, aiming to reshape his public image. Charlotte Hornets president of basketball operations Jeff Peterson described the LaMelo Ball trade as "probably the most difficult" decision made. The Warriors are reportedly hiring Frank Vogel as an associate head coach under Steve Kerr.

Contract Extensions and Record Deals

Spurs center Victor Wembanyama has reached an agreement on a five-year, $252 million maximum rookie-scale contract extension, marking the third-largest rookie extension in NBA history. A rare Victor Wembanyama trading card, a 2024 Panini Revolution vertical green Kaboom! 1-of-1, sold for $1,443,133 on the Alt platform.

Free Agency Buzz and Player Recruitment

The free agency of LeBron James, with teams reportedly reaching out via voice memos to make their pitches. Stephen Curry acknowledged the appeal of a potential late-career team-up with James, while Andre Iguodala suggested that James considering the Warriors is a testament to Curry's influence. The San Antonio Spurs center Luke Kornet to recruit James.

Player Altercations and Team Ownership

Former Heat teammates Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro were involved in a physical altercation in Las Vegas, with Adebayo reportedly striking Herro. In Dallas, Mark Cuban has accused Mavericks governor Patrick Dumont of engaging in "adversarial business practices" related to the team's potential relocation. Bucks general manager Jon Horst described the decision to trade Giannis Antetokounmpo as "very difficult."

Miscellaneous NBA News

Ja Morant when signing an item for the Trail Blazers. Tim Hardaway Jr. was formally introduced by the Miami Heat, receiving his father's former No. 10 jersey. Charles Barkley currently holds the longest odds, 7,500-1, to win the annual celebrity golf tournament in Lake Tahoe.