NBA Basketball 3 Days

Last updated: July 20, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

Offseason Moves & Acquisitions

The NBA offseason continues to churn with significant player movement and team-building efforts. The Atlanta Hawks have acquired All-Defensive wing Luguentz Dort in a three-team deal that sent three second-round picks to the Oklahoma City Thunder. As part of the same trade, former No. 1 pick Zaccharie Risacher is headed to the Dallas Mavericks, while Ryan acquired Dort. The Mavericks have also matched the New York Knicks' two-year, $4.7 million offer sheet for restricted free agent Moussa Cisse. In Los Angeles, free agent forward Matisse Thybulle has agreed to a one-year, $3.3 million deal with the Lakers agreed to deal. The league is also investigating a four-year, $64 million contract between Gary Trent Jr. and the Milwaukee Bucks for potential salary cap circumvention investigating contract.

Summer League Standouts & Future Outlook

With the NBA Summer League now concluded, attention is turning to the emerging talent and future prospects of various teams. Yaxel Lendeborg guided the Golden State Warriors to their second summer league championship, marking a rare achievement of winning both a Division I NCAA championship and a summer league title in the same year. Analysts are also dissecting draft classes and rookie potential, with rankings for this season's highly anticipated draft class being released following summer league performances. Furthermore, early betting insights are emerging, with discussions around potential Rookie of the Year candidates for the 2026-27 season already underway. Several players who stood out in Las Vegas have been recognized, with ten individuals being highlighted for their performances.

Free Agency Buzz & Star Power

The free agency period is generating considerable buzz, with prominent figures and potential blockbuster moves capturing headlines. Miami Heat President Pat Riley and Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo have both expressed a desire for LeBron James to return to the Heat. Antetokounmpo, feeling the pressure and championship history of Miami, has stated he is committed to doing "whatever it takes" to win a title with the Heat. Meanwhile, LeBron James remains non-committal regarding his future, despite ongoing speculation and public appearances still mum. Elsewhere, the Washington Wizards are hoping their young stars can elevate the team from last place in the Eastern Conference to a competitive contender embracing pressure. The broader landscape of offseason trades and free agency updates continues to be tracked closely.