NBA Basketball 3 Days

Last updated: August 9, 2026, 6:03 AM ET

Contract Extensions & Free Agency

The Suns secured Dillon Brooks extension for three years and $73 million, keeping the forward through 2029-30. Tyler Herro, now with the Bucks, emphasized Herro's focus on winning over his contract status. The Wizards and Anthony Davis have paused Davis extension talks until after the season starts, according to sources. Among the remaining free agents, Jalen Duren and James Harden are still unsigned as the 2026-27 season approaches. Meanwhile, 76ers president Mike Gansey said that Embiid is healthy and "extra motivated" with LeBron James and Jaylen Brown now on his side.

Player Transactions & Moves

Former NBA star Monta Ellis was named general manager at Alcorn State, returning to basketball without having played in college. Three-time dunk champion Mac McClung signed with Basquet Girona, a Spanish team owned by Marc Gasol. Lonnie Walker IV agreed to a one-year, $3.3 million deal with the Nuggets, returning to the NBA after a stint abroad. Jaylen Brown described Brown's crazy transition to the Sixers as disappointing in terms of the Celtics' communication, but he is now focused on winning. The Mavericks offered a bounty for the Flagg card, including season tickets for 32 years and a signed jersey for Cooper Flagg's 1-of-1 patch autograph card.

Legal & Off-Court News

Harden's gun charge was dismissed by a Texas judge, clearing the All-Star guard of a misdemeanor. Luka Dončić's ex-fiancée withdrew her Doncic child support petition, ending the legal claim against the Lakers star. Federal prosecutors alleged witness tampering in the Rozier betting case, with a key defendant reportedly posting a rat emoji on Instagram. Meanwhile, Kawhi's undisclosed deal with Daktronics, the company that designed the Clippers' videoboard, was reported to be worth millions.

NBA Offseason Developments

Haliburton's wedding featured a 50 Cent performance as the Pacers star married Jade Jones. LeBron James rejects the idea of Jaylen Brown's skydiving dare if the 76ers win a championship, responding "Boy ... naw." The NBPA opened its NBPA workout center in Los Angeles, a "one-stop shop" for scrimmages and recovery. The league released the Knicks-76ers schedule for 2026-27, highlighting a new East heavyweight showdown.