NBA Basketball 3 Days

Last updated: August 4, 2026, 8:30 AM ET

Offseason Shakeups and Star Power

Kevin Durant compared the offensive potential of the newly assembled Philadelphia 76ers to his championship-winning Golden State Warriors teams. This comparison comes after the 76ers added LeBron James in free agency, creating a formidable offensive unit. The Knicks organization is experiencing a change as senior vice president of basketball operations Gersson Rosas is departing after four seasons.

Player Movement and Future Outlooks

Mavericks forward Naji Marshall has signed a three-year, $52.2 million extension that will keep him with the team through the 2029-30 season. The Golden State Warriors are bringing back Gary Payton II on a one-year, $3.9 million veteran minimum deal. Draymond Green is returning to the Warriors on a one-year contract.

Team Strategies and Player Health

Victor Wembanyama will host eight to ten teammates in France this week for workouts as the San Antonio Spurs aim to recover from their NBA Finals loss to the New York Knicks. Retired Heat superstar Chris Bosh has offered advice and issued a warning to Spurs star Victor Wembanyama regarding his blood clot diagnosis and the importance of maintaining his health throughout his career. The departures of three contributors from the Oklahoma City Thunder's 2025 championship team felt like "losing a family member," according to Chet Holmgren.

Offseason Questions and Trends

Golden State's franchise-altering 2027 offseason is just one of the storylines being closely watched. NBA front office insider Bobby Marks is addressing the biggest questions as the 2026 free agency period concludes. The pursuit of LeBron James by the Warriors never became serious, and Golden State is once again relying on continuity instead of major upgrades. LeBron James made his final decision based on loyalty to his own basketball compass, not to any of his previous teams.

NBA Parity and Team Performance

The NBA has experienced eight different champions in the last eight years, raising questions about which of the remaining 22 teams can continue this trend of parity and which are significantly behind. The league is tracking deals, trades, and buzz across the NBA, including the latest on free agents like DeMar DeRozan.