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Last updated: July 9, 2026, 2:31 AM ET

NBA Offseason Moves and Player Departures

The NBA offseason is heating up with significant player movement and front office changes. The Cleveland Cavaliers have signed Donovan Mitchell to an extension worth nearly $275 million signing Mitchell to a nearly $275M deal. Meanwhile, the Washington Wizards have reacquired Khris Middleton via a sign-and-trade, agreeing to a three-year deal worth $17.6 million reacquiring Khris Middleton on a three-year, $17.6 million contract. Jayson Tatum acknowledged the difficulty of Jaylen Brown's departure but expressed pride in their shared era reflected on the 'abrupt ending'. In a surprising front office move, former ESPN senior NBA writer Tim Bontemps has joined the Atlanta Hawks in a front office capacity been hired for a front office role.

Free Agency Speculation and Team Dynamics

As free agency progresses, speculation surrounds major players and team futures. Milwaukee Bucks general manager Jon Horst described the decision to trade Giannis Antetokounmpo as "very difficult" called the move to trade Giannis Antetokounmpo a 'very difficult decision'. Mark Cuban is reportedly alleging that Dallas Mavericks governor Patrick Dumont is employing "adversarial business practices" in an effort to move the team from its downtown location alleges Mavericks governor Patrick Dumont has engaged in 'adversarial business practices'. Terry Rozier's bid to have his bail conditions loosened was denied by a U.S. District Judge, preventing him from practicing with potential witnesses denied a defense request to modify Terry Rozier's bail conditions.

Collectible Market and Player Introductions

The market for NBA memorabilia continues to see robust activity. A jersey worn by New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson during Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Finals fetched over $1 million at Sotheby's, setting a record for a Brunson collectible sells for $1,024,000 after a 70-bid war. The Miami Heat formally introduced Tim Hardaway Jr., who will wear his father's former number 10 jersey.