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Last updated: July 11, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

Rookie Extension and Player Deals

Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs have agreed to a five-year, $252 million maximum rookie-scale contract extension, making it the third-largest rookie extension in NBA history reached agreement. Meanwhile, Gary Trent Jr. is staying with the Milwaukee Bucks on a four-year, $64 million deal agreed to. The NBPA is urging changes to the league's "second apron," with executive director David Kelly stating it forces teams into decisions driven by cost control rather than basketball strategy, negatively impacting players and fans stated.

Offseason Moves and Player Sentiment

Trae Young expressed his excitement about re-signing with the Wizards, looking forward to ushering in a new era for the team expressed. Ja Morant, traded to the Portland Trail Blazers, said the move offers a chance to "start fresh" and dispel his "bad guy" image said. Charlotte Hornets president of basketball operations Jeff Peterson called the LaMelo Ball trade one of the most difficult decisions he has made called. Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson had an impressive summer league debut, scoring 35 points, the second-most in a Las Vegas debut since 2004 scored.

Free Agency Speculation and Off-Court News

The free agency race for LeBron James continues, with six teams able to offer him specific dollar amounts and intangible benefits continues. Andre Iguodala suggested Golden State's status as a potential destination for James is a tribute to Stephen Curry's impact suggested. Off the court, former Heat teammates Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro were involved in a physical altercation in Las Vegas, where Adebayo struck Herro were involved. A rare Victor Wembanyama trading card, a 2024 1-of-1 Panini Revolution vertical green Kaboom!, sold for $1,443,133 sold.