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Last updated: June 28, 2026, 11:33 PM ET

NBA Transactions & Player Movement

The Oklahoma City Thunder are reportedly sending guard Isaiah Joe to the Detroit Pistons in exchange for two second-round draft selections, according to sources familiar with the deal Pistons land Joe. In other guard news, Jose Alvarado is expected to re-sign with the New York Knicks on a new three-year contract worth over $14 million, declining his previous player option Alvarado back Knicks. Meanwhile, Isaiah Hartenstein has agreed to a three-year, $75 million deal to remain with the Thunder through the 2028-29 season, as reported by sources OKC keep Hartenstein.

The Orlando Magic have waived forward Jonathan Isaac, a move that will save the franchise $6.5 million in salary cap space Magic waive Isaac. In a surprising development, Narcisse Ngoy, who was selected 57th overall in the recent NBA draft, has opted to return to college, committing to play for Auburn next season instead of turning professional Clippers draftee opts Auburn.

Summer League & Future Prospects

The upcoming NBA summer league schedule is set to feature marquee matchups, with the top four draft picks slated for prominent billing. Notably, the league will also host a game between the Miami Heat and the Milwaukee Bucks, following their significant trade involving Giannis Antetokounmpo Summer league features Wiz-Jazz. As for individual aspirations, new Chicago Bulls forward Caleb Wilson has publicly stated his goal of winning Rookie of the Year in his inaugural NBA season Bulls' Wilson expects ROY.

Offseason Trade & Signing Grades

The major NBA offseason trades are under scrutiny, with several deals receiving evaluations. The trade that sent Miles Bridges from the Charlotte Hornets to the Phoenix Suns, for instance, was graded a D+ Grading big NBA trades. Concurrently, an assessment of every free agent signing and extension is underway, providing insights into team-building strategies across the league, including the Knicks' recent moves every free agent signing.