NBA Basketball 3 Days

Last updated: August 9, 2026, 12:08 AM ET

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The Phoenix Suns locked up forward Dillon Brooks on a three-year, $73 million extension through 2029-30. In Milwaukee, Bucks guard Tyler Herro said Saturday he is focused on winning, not his contract status, as he aims to help Milwaukee "win as many games as possible." The Washington Wizards and Anthony Davis' agent Rich Paul have agreed to table extension talks until after the season starts, sources told ESPN. Meanwhile, Lonnie Walker IV is returning to the NBA on a one-year, $3.3 million deal with the Denver Nuggets, agent George S. Langberg confirmed.

Legal & Gambling

A Texas judge dismissed a misdemeanor gun charge against guard James Harden, clearing the All-Star. In a separate legal matter, federal prosecutors allege a key defendant in the NBA gambling case attempted to tamper with witnesses, including posting a rat emoji on Instagram. Luka Dončić's ex-fiancée Anamaria Goltes is withdrawing her petition for child support and attorney fees. The NBPA opened a new workout center in Los Angeles, a "one-stop shop" for scrimmages, workouts and recovery.

Team & Player News

Sixers president Mike Gansey said Joel Embiid is healthy and "extra motivated" with LeBron James and Jaylen Brown now on his side. Jaylen Brown called his trade from the Celtics to the Sixers a "crazy transition", but his focus is on winning and fitting in. LeBron James shot down Jaylen Brown's skydiving dare if the 76ers win a championship, simply replying "Boy ... naw." The Mavericks are offering season tickets for 32 years and a signed jersey as a bounty for the Cooper Flagg 1-of-1 debut patch autograph card. Kawhi Leonard allegedly had an undisclosed sponsorship deal worth millions with Daktronics, the company that designed the Clippers' videoboard, per a report.

Coming & Going

Former NBA star Monta Ellis was named general manager at Alcorn State, the school announced. Three-time dunk champion Mac McClung signed with Basquet Girona, a Spanish team owned by Marc Gasol. Tyrese Haliburton and his wife Jade Jones held their official wedding celebration with a surprise 50 Cent performance. The biggest remaining free agents include Jalen Duren and James Harden as the 2026-27 season nears. The NBA released its 2026-27 schedule, with league insiders highlighting the Knicks-76ers matchup as a new Eastern Conference heavyweight showdown.