NBA Basketball 3 Hours

Last updated: July 13, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

Offseason Moves and Player Statements

Cleveland has signed Donovan Mitchell to a near $275 million deal, a significant commitment as they build for the future. Meanwhile, Ja Morant expressed his desire to "start fresh" with the Trail Blazers following his offseason trade from the Grizzlies, aiming to shed his "bad guy" image and prove himself. Gary Trent Jr. will remain with the Milwaukee Bucks after agreeing to a four-year, $64 million contract, a move that secures their backcourt.

Team Restructuring and Future Outlooks

Austin Reaves, fresh off signing a lucrative deal for an undrafted player, discussed the Lakers' direction in the post-LeBron era, highlighting the team's "pieces". The Lakers have also added Ziaire Williams on a one-year, $3 million deal, and Walker Kessler stated he will "run through a brick wall" for the franchise. Charlotte's president of basketball operations, Jeff Peterson, called the LaMelo Ball trade "probably the most difficult" decision, indicating it.

Rookie Performances and Coaching Changes

The NBA summer league is showcasing early impressions of top rookie talent, with No. 1 pick AJ Dybantsa scoring 23 points in a potential finale for the undefeated Washington Wizards as they dominate. In coaching news, the Warriors have agreed to hire longtime NBA coach Frank Vogel as the associate head coach under Steve Kerr.