NBA Basketball 3 Days

Last updated: July 15, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

NBA Offseason Moves and Player News

Atlanta Hawks forward Mouhamed Gueye underwent surgery for a fractured left foot on Tuesday, with the team indicating his status will be re-evaluated in three to four months. In other roster news, Jonas Valanciunas to return to his Lithuanian club, Zalgiris Kaunas. The Los Angeles Lakers have reportedly added free agent forward Ziaire Williams on a one-year contract worth $3 million.

Team USA and League Developments

Team USA Basketball is expected to name Oklahoma City Thunder coach Mark Daigneault, Detroit Pistons coach JB Bickerstaff, and Gonzaga's Mark Few as assistant coaches under head coach Erik Spoelstra. The NBA is also planning to ramp up discussions for a potential European league launch around the FIFA World Cup final, with a target date of fall 2027.

Summer League Standouts and Player Status

Washington Wizards rookie AJ Dybantsa impressed in his summer league debut, scoring 23 points and grabbing seven rebounds in a 104-85 win over an unnamed opponent, but the team has decided to shut him down for the final two games of summer league. Conversely, other rookies are making strong first impressions, with several players who were once unranked in high school now showing why they were first-round draft picks. Jazz guard Trey Alexander was taken from the court on a stretcher during a summer league game against the Bulls after an apparent injury to his side.

Franchise Pursuits and Investigations

Philadelphia 76ers stars Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid, and Jaylen Brown have reportedly been in communication with LeBron James as the team pursues him, with Maxey reportedly leading the charge. Timberwolves president Tim Connelly expressed confidence in point guard LaMelo Ball, believing the acquisition was worth the "steep price" and that Ball can elevate the team's ceiling. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has stated that the investigation into Kawhi Leonard for alleged salary cap circumvention must conclude before the start of next season.

Player Transactions and Future Outlooks

Bucks guard Tyler Herro expressed his desire to "move on" from a recent physical altercation with former teammate Bam Adebayo, stating he is "focused on the next chapter in Milwaukee." Austin Reaves, fresh off signing a lucrative contract, discussed the Lakers' future in the post-LeBron era and the "pieces" the team has assembled. Walker Kessler to the Lakers, stating he would "run through a brick wall" for the franchise after they invested in him. The Chicago Bulls, who hired a new front office and coach and drafted fourth overall, believe they are entering a new era, distinct from their 2020 situation. The Golden State Warriors are reportedly set to hire veteran coach Frank Vogel as an associate head coach under Steve Kerr.