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Last updated: July 12, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

Offseason Moves and Player Deals

The Milwaukee Bucks have secured Gary Trent Jr. with a four-year, $64 million contract extension, according to Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul and agent Lucas Newton. This move for the foreseeable future. Meanwhile, Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs agreed to a five-year, $252 million maximum rookie-scale extension, marking the third-largest rookie deal in league history. The NBPA executive director, David Kelly, stated that the league's "second apron" is driving decisions that are "not basketball decisions" and that this practice.

Rookie Performances and Offseason Questions

Chicago Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson in the Las Vegas Summer League, scoring 35 points, the second-highest total in a debut since 2004. This offseason still presents several lingering questions, including Jalen Duren's new contract, the Kawhi Leonard situation, and where LeBron James will play next. Andre Iguodala suggested that James's interest in the Golden State Warriors is a compliment to Stephen Curry's impact. Charlotte Hornets president of basketball operations Jeff Peterson described the LaMelo Ball trade as "probably the most difficult" decision he has made, stating it.