NBA Basketball 3 Days

Last updated: August 9, 2026, 9:18 PM ET

NBA Legend Passes

Don Nelson, the second-winningest coach in NBA history and a five-time champion as a player, died at 86 on Sunday. Elsewhere, Monta Ellis, the former NBA standout who played more than a decade without college basketball, was named general manager at Alcorn State.

Off-Court Developments

Kawhi Leonard had an undisclosed sponsorship agreement worth millions with the company that designed the Clippers' videoboard, per a report. A misdemeanor gun charge against James Harden was dismissed by a Texas judge. Tyrese Haliburton and Jade Jones held an official wedding celebration with a live performance by 50 Cent.

Free Agency & Roster Moves

Jaylen Brown called his trade to the Sixers a "crazy transition" but said his focus is on winning. Bucks guard Tyler Herro said he isn't dwelling on his contract status, aiming to help Milwaukee win as many games as possible. The Suns extended Dillon Brooks on a three-year, $73 million contract through 2029-30. Three-time dunk champion Mac McClung signed with Basquet Girona, a Spanish team owned by Marc Gasol. The Wizards and Anthony Davis have tabled extension talks until after the season starts. Sixers president Mike Gansey said Joel Embiid is healthy and "extra motivated" with LeBron James and Jaylen Brown now on his side. The Mavericks offered season tickets for 32 years and a signed jersey for a Cooper Flagg 1-of-1 debut patch autograph card.

Offseason Outlook

Bobby Marks examined free agency fact vs. fiction, answering the biggest questions as dust settles on 2026 free agency. The nine biggest remaining free agents include Jalen Duren and James Harden. The latest NBA offseason buzz tracks deals and trades, including DeRozan. Golden State's 2027 offseason is a franchise-altering storyline to watch.