NBA Basketball 3 Days

Last updated: August 11, 2026, 12:20 AM ET

Obituary

Don Nelson, the second-winningest coach in NBA history and a five-time champion as a player, died at age 86 on Sunday. The league mourns a true innovator who won 1,335 regular-season games over 31 seasons.

Offseason Outlook

The Spurs have surrounded Victor Wembanyama with significant upgrades this summer, positioning San Antonio for a potential leap in the 2026-27 season. Meanwhile, Bobby Marks lays out 10 questions for the 2027 offseason, with Golden State's franchise-altering cap situation headlining the list.

Free Agency & Trades

Jalen Duren, James Harden and seven other notable names remain unsigned as training camp approaches. Bobby Marks also separates fact vs. fiction on 10 offseason trends, analyzing the DeRozan market and more. In the latest offseason buzz, the league is tracking how the Luka Doncic injury and Kawhi Leonard investigation shape the draft lottery and trade landscape.

Player News & Contracts

Panathinaikos owner Dimitrios Giannakopoulos says he made a “serious” offer to buy Nikola Jokic out of his NBA contract and will try again in 2027. Bucks guard Tyler Herro said Saturday he is focused on winning in Milwaukee, not his contract status. Free agent Ben Simmons will join Australia’s player-led minicamp with “zero restrictions,” eyeing an NBA return.

Front Office & Off-Court

Monta Ellis, former NBA standout, was named general manager at Alcorn State, the school announced Friday. In a separate report, Kawhi Leonard had an undisclosed sponsorship deal worth millions with Daktronics, the company that designed the Clippers' videoboard, according to Pablo Torre.

Miscellaneous

Cooper Flagg’s coveted 1-of-1 rookie card was discovered in Rhode Island on Monday night, a major find for collectors. Off the court, Tyrese Haliburton and his wife Jade Jones held an official wedding celebration with a live performance by 50 Cent.