NBA Basketball 3 Days

Last updated: August 2, 2026, 11:30 AM ET

Player Transactions and Team Moves

Gary Payton is returning to the Golden State Warriors on a one-year, $3.9 million veteran minimum contract. The Oklahoma City Thunder are facing significant roster changes, with Chet Holmgren describing the departures of key players as feeling "like losing a family member."

Offseason Buzz and Player Development

Victor Wembanyama reportedly secured a new, long-term endorsement deal with Nike that includes his own signature shoe. Kevin Durant a comparison between the current Philadelphia 76ers roster, bolstered by LeBron James' free agency addition, and his championship-era Golden State Warriors teams, citing their offensive potential.

League Trends and Off-Court News

The NBA has maintained a remarkable streak of parity, with eight different champions crowned in the last eight seasons. The Portland Trail Blazers have engaged in discussions with city officials regarding a new lease and public funding for renovations to the Moda Center. In legal news attorneys are reportedly clashing over the interpretation of a text message in the case involving NBA veteran Terry Rozier, with his defense arguing it indicates his lack of knowledge about an alleged gambling scheme. Wizards rookie Okpara finds a sense of home in Washington D.C. due to its significant Nigerian and African communities. The Indiana Pacers have unveiled new Statement Edition uniforms that pay homage to their late-90s pinstriped aesthetic.