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Last updated: June 27, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

NBA Offseason Moves and Summer League Buzz

The NBA offseason continues to churn with significant player movement and developing summer league storylines. The Detroit Pistons are reportedly acquiring guard Isaiah Joe from the Oklahoma City Thunder in exchange for two second-round draft picks, according to sources familiar with the situation Sources: Pistons land Joe. Meanwhile, the Oklahoma City Thunder are set to retain center Isaiah Hartenstein, agreeing to a three-year, $75 million deal that will keep him with the team through the 2028-29 season Sources: OKC keep Hartenstein. In New York, guard Jose Alvarado is expected to re-sign with the Knicks on a new three-year contract worth over $14 million, after declining his player option Sources: Alvarado back Knicks.

Elsewhere, restricted free agent Mark Williams intends to sign a three-year, $38 million fully guaranteed contract to return to the Charlotte Hornets Sources: Williams back Suns. The Orlando Magic have waived forward Jonathan Isaac, a move that will save the franchise $6.5 million against their salary cap Magic waive Jonathan Isaac. The annual NBA summer league schedule is also taking shape, with matchups featuring the top four draft picks prominently displayed, including a notable contest between the Miami Heat and Milwaukee Bucks following their blockbuster trade involving Giannis Antetokounmpo Summer league features Wiz-Jazz.

In draft-related news, Narcisse Ngoy, the 57th overall pick in the recent NBA draft, has announced his decision to play college basketball at Auburn for the upcoming season rather than enter the professional ranks immediately Clippers draftee Ngoy opts. On the individual expectation front, new Chicago Bulls forward Caleb Wilson has publicly stated his ambition to win the Rookie of the Year award in his debut season Bulls' Wilson expects win. The ongoing assessment of free agent signings and extensions continues, with analysis being provided on deals such as Austin Reaves' new contract with the Los Angeles Lakers every free agent signing.