NBA Basketball 3 Days

Last updated: July 21, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

Offseason Moves and Free Agency Buzz

The Atlanta Hawks in a significant three-team trade that sent three second-round picks to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Former No. 1 pick Zaccharie Risacher was dealt to the Dallas Mavericks in the same transaction. Meanwhile, the Mavericks also for restricted free agent center Moussa Cisse, securing him on a two-year, $4.7 million deal. Free agent forward Matisse Thybulle has reportedly agreed to a one-year deal worth $3.3 million with the Los Angeles Lakers, bolstering their defensive perimeter options.

Summer League Standouts and Rookie Watch

The NBA summer league concluded with the Warriors capturing the championship behind the strong play of Yaxel Lendeborg, who achieved the rare feat of winning both a Division I NCAA title and a summer league championship in the same year. Several players drew attention throughout the Las Vegas showcase, with by ESPN analysts. Rookie rankings are also taking shape, with players like Boozer and Dybantsa being evaluated for the upcoming season. Betting markets are already with predictions for the 2026-27 Rookie of the Year race being offered.

LeBron James' Future and Hall of Fame Honors

LeBron James remains non-committal regarding his next team, with his agent, Rich Paul, stating that no one knows when James will make a decision about his playing future. Paul emphasized that interested teams should not expect to rush the superstar into a commitment. In other news, Stephen Curry as the first active player to have his own wing at the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, set to open its doors this Friday.

Notable Transactions and Historical Artifacts

Beyond player movement, the offseason has seen significant discussions around potential trades and financial situations, including a reported "$600 million mess" brewing in Portland, according to league insiders. A piece of basketball history at auction, as a Wilt Chamberlain warmup jacket, originally found in a Goodwill, sold for $89,600. The Wizards' young stars are reportedly to elevate their team from last place in the Eastern Conference to a competitive contender. Tyrese Haliburton and his fiancée Jade Jones have also ahead of their formal wedding ceremony.