NBA Basketball 3 Days

Last updated: August 5, 2026, 5:30 AM ET

Player Movement and Team News

The Golden State Warriors are bringing back forward Gary Payton II on a one-year, $3.9 million veteran minimum deal, sources said. Knicks senior vice president of basketball operations Gersson Rosas is leaving the organization after four seasons, league sources confirmed to ESPN. Mavericks forward Naji Marshall signed a three-year, $52.2 million extension that will take him through the 2029-30 season, sources told ESPN. 22-time All-Star LeBron James made his last decision based on loyalty, not to any of his previous stops but to his own basketball compass. James chose elsewhere, major upgrades never materialized, and Golden State is again banking on continuity.

Player Health and Offseason Workouts

Retired Heat superstar Chris Bosh offered some advice and issued a warning to Spurs star Victor Wembanyama about his blood clot diagnosis and maintaining his health during his career. Victor Wembanyama will host "eight to 10" teammates in France this week for workouts as the San Antonio Spurs look to rebound from their loss to the New York Knicks in the NBA Finals. The National Basketball Players Association opened the PLYRS UNTD Performance Center in Los Angeles this week, offering a "one-stop shop" for league players to scrimmage, workout and recover.

Offseason Outlook and League Trends

NBA front office insider Bobby Marks answers the biggest questions as the dust settles on 2026 free agency. State's franchise-altering 2027 offseason is just one of the storylines our resident GM is watching closely. The NBA has seen eight different champions in eight years. Which of the other 22 teams can make it 9-for-9, and which ones are a long way off?

Personal and Miscellaneous News

Doncic's ex-fiancée Anamaria Goltes is withdrawing her petition seeking child support and attorney fees from the Lakers star. The Philadelphia 76ers guard left Donovan Mitchell and Coco Jones' wedding inspired for his next relationship.