NBA Basketball 3 Days

Last updated: August 7, 2026, 1:49 PM ET

Sixers' Championship Push

LeBron James' decision to join the 76ers was driven by loyalty to his own basketball compass, not any prior franchise. Jaylen Brown's trade to Philadelphia was a "crazy transition" after he felt disappointed with Celtics communication. Joel Embiid is healthy and "extra motivated" with LeBron and Brown on his side, per Mike Gansey. LeBron rejected Brown's extreme skydiving idea for a championship celebration. Knicks-76ers matchups are being circled by league insiders as the East's new heavyweight showdown. Golden State's pursuit of LeBron never got serious as the Warriors run back their aging core.

Free Agency & Contracts

Dillon Brooks agreed to a three-year, $73 million extension with the Suns through 2029-30. Duren and Harden remain among the nine biggest free agents still on the market. Lonnie Walker IV signed a one-year, $3.3 million deal with the Denver Nuggets. Free agent grades are being handed out for every signing, including Brooks' new Suns contract. NBA offseason buzz tracks deals and trades, including DeMar DeRozan's free agent status. Golden State's 2027 offseason looms as a franchise-altering storyline, per Bobby Marks. Bobby Marks examines ten offseason trends separating fact from fiction.

Off-Court & Legal News

Kawhi Leonard allegedly had an undisclosed sponsorship deal worth millions with the Clippers' videoboard designer. Wizards and Davis have tabled extension talks until after the season starts, per sources. Doncic's ex-fiancée Anamaria Goltes is withdrawing her child support petition against the Lakers star. Prosecutors alleged witness tampering in the Rozier betting case, including a rat emoji on Instagram.

Around the League

Mavericks offered a bounty for Cooper Flagg's 1-of-1 debut patch autograph card. Mac McClung signed with Basquet Girona, the Spanish team owned by Marc Gasol. NBPA opened the PLYRS UNTD Performance Center in Los Angeles as a "one-stop shop" for players. Brown left Donovan Mitchell's wedding inspired for his next relationship. Sacramento's balancing act involves accelerating Darius Acuff Jr.'s growth while managing two expensive veterans. Wembanyama will host eight to ten Spurs teammates in France for workouts after their NBA Finals loss.