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Last updated: June 29, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

NBA Free Agency & Trades

The NBA free agency period saw significant movement as several players finalized deals and others were involved in major transactions. Kristaps Porzingis is returning to Golden State on a two-year, $40 million contract through the 2027-28 season. In Detroit, sharpshooter Kevin Huerter intends to sign a three-year, $27 million deal to remain with the Pistons. Jusuf Nurkic is set to join the Utah Jazz on a two-year, $22 million contract, following a season where he provided valuable contributions as a starting center.

The Oklahoma City Thunder exercised forward Lu Dort's $17.7 million option for the 2026-27 season, securing his services. Julian Champagnie will ink a new three-year, $45 million contract with the San Antonio Spurs, keeping him with the franchise through the 2028-29 season. Meanwhile, Landry Shamet is expected to sign a four-year, $24 million deal to return to the champion New York Knicks.

In a surprising move, the Atlanta Hawks declined Jonathan Kuminga's $24.3 million team option, making him an unrestricted free agent. Perhaps the most seismic deal of the period, the Memphis Grizzlies are reportedly trading two-time All-Star Ja Morant to the Portland Trail Blazers. The package for Morant includes Jerami Grant and Kris Murray, signaling a significant shift in both franchises' immediate futures.