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Last updated: July 3, 2026, 11:31 PM ET

NBA Free Agency Frenzy

The NBA offseason is heating up with significant moves and potential blockbuster signings. The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly trading center Deandre Ayton to the Washington Wizards, acquiring guard Jaden Hardy and two future second-round picks in the deal trading Ayton. This move is part of a larger shake-up, with the Lakers also receiving grades for a deal that sent Walker Kessler to them grading the Ayton trade. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia 76ers, fresh off acquiring Jaylen Brown, are aggressively pursuing LeBron James, aiming to pitch him on joining their squad 76ers eye LeBron. James' agent, Rich Paul, indicated that his client is considering multiple teams, including the Heat, Cavaliers, and 76ers, among others LeBron eyeing teams.

Center Market Moves and Coaching Staff Additions

The market for centers has seen substantial investment, with hundreds of millions allocated to the position. Following Mitchell Robinson's departure, the New York Knicks have secured veteran center Andre Drummond on a one-year, $3.9 million contract Drummond Knicks. In Houston, restricted free agent Tari Eason has agreed to a five-year, $81.5 million extension to remain with the Rockets Eason signs extension. The Rockets are also active on the trade front, dealing Dorian Finney-Smith to the Charlotte Hornets for three second-round picks Finney-Smith dealt. On the coaching front, Billy Donovan has agreed to join the San Antonio Spurs as lead assistant coach under head coach Mitch Johnson Donovan to Spurs.

Team Building and Extension News

Teams are solidifying their rosters as free agency progresses. The Boston Celtics have exercised their option on center Neemias Queta for the upcoming season and have added a four-year, $56 million extension to his contract Celtics extend Queta. This period of heavy spending and trades has led to a clear division of teams, with some emerging as clear winners and others facing immediate questions about their offseason strategies winners and losers. The influx of new contracts and trades signals a competitive landscape as teams prepare for the upcoming season.