NBA Basketball 3 Days

Last updated: August 5, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

Player News and Off-Court Developments

Doncic's ex-fiancée Anamaria Goltes, is withdrawing her petition seeking child support and attorney fees from the Lakers star. Retired Heat superstar Chris Bosh offered advice to Spurs star Victor Wembanyama regarding his blood clot diagnosis and maintaining his health throughout his career. The National Basketball Players Association opened the PLYRS UNTD Performance Center in Los Angeles, providing a "one-stop shop" for league players to scrimmage, workout, and recover. Knicks senior vice president of basketball operations Gersson Rosas is departing the organization after four seasons, according to league sources. 76ers guard Jaylen Brown stated that attending Donovan Mitchell and Coco Jones' wedding inspired his thoughts on his next relationship. Brown also proposed an extreme idea if the 76ers were to win a championship, which LeBron James quickly dismissed. Federal prosecutors have alleged that a key defendant in an ongoing NBA gambling case has attempted to tamper with witnesses, including by posting a rat emoji on Instagram.

Team and Roster Moves

LeBron James' decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers was driven by loyalty to his own basketball compass, rather than any of his previous teams. The Golden State Warriors' pursuit of LeBron James never gained serious traction, and the team is now banking on continuity after major upgrades failed to materialize. Warriors are also bringing back forward Gary Payton II on a one-year, $3.9 million veteran minimum deal, sources have confirmed. The Kings drafted Darius Acuff Jr., and their ability to accelerate his development while managing the contracts of two expensive veterans will be critical to their rebuild. Victor Wembanyama will host "eight to 10" teammates in France this week for workouts as the San Antonio Spurs aim to improve after their NBA Finals loss to the New York Knicks.

League Trends and Future Outlook

The NBA has experienced a remarkable period of parity, with eight different champions crowned in the last eight years. The upcoming 2027 free agency class is being closely watched, with the potential to be either league-changing or a significant disappointment, as highlighted by Golden State's franchise-altering offseason storylines. NBA front insider Bobby Marks is addressing the biggest questions surrounding the league as the dust settles on the 2026 free agency period.