NBA Basketball 3 Days

Last updated: August 1, 2026, 2:31 PM ET

Free Agency and Roster Moves

Draymond Green agreed to a one-year deal worth $27.7 million to return to the Golden State Warriors . Warriors banking on continuity after their pursuit of LeBron James never became serious . Major upgrades for the Warriors never materialized, leading to their decision to focus on their existing roster . Free agent continue to track deals and buzz across the league, including the latest on players like DeMar DeRozan . Attorneys are clashing over the meaning of text messages in the Terry Rozier case, with his lawyer arguing a text from a co-defendant indicates the NBA veteran was unaware of the alleged gambling scheme for which he has been indicted .

Player Signings and Endorsements

Spurs star Wembanyama has signed a new, long-term deal with Nike that includes a signature sneaker . NBA offseason is also seeing grades assigned to every free agent signing and extension, covering players like Draymond Green, LeBron James, and Victor Wembanyama . James's last decision was about loyalty, guided by his own basketball compass .

League Operations and Future Outlook

The NBA will not play any preseason games in the Middle East for the first time in five years due to the ongoing war in the region . The NBA has seen eight different champions in the last eight years, raising questions about which of the remaining 22 teams can continue this parity run . The investigation into whether the Clippers circumvented the salary cap to pay Kawhi Leonard could extend into 2027 if the parties do not agree on findings or a settlement . Blazers representatives met with Portland city councilors to discuss a new lease and the commitment of public funds for renovations to the aging Moda Center .

Team Aesthetics and Player Journeys

The Pacers have unveiled new Statement Edition pinstripe uniforms that harken back to their late-'90s look . Wizards rookie Felix Okpara, Washington feels like home due to its large Nigerian and African communities .