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Last updated: July 15, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

NBA Offseason Buzz and Player News

The NBA offseason continues to churn with significant player movement and team developments. Hawks forward Mouhamed Gueye underwent surgery for a fractured left foot, with his return timeline to be assessed in three to four months. In a surprising international move, Jonas Valanciunas has left the NBA to join Lithuanian club Zalgiris Kaunas on a two-year deal. Meanwhile, the Timberwolves are optimistic about their acquisition of point guard LaMelo Ball, with team president Tim Connelly believing Ball could "elevate" the team's ceiling despite the significant cost.

Team Pursuits and League Investigations

Team-building efforts are in full swing across the league. Sources indicate that 76ers stars Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid, and Jaylen Brown have spoken with LeBron James as the team pursues him, with Maxey reportedly leading the charge in discussions. In other news, the Wizards are AJ Dybantsa for the remainder of summer league after an impressive debut. On the league front, Commissioner Adam Silver acknowledged that the investigation into Kawhi Leonard for alleged salary cap circumvention must conclude before the start of the upcoming NBA season.

International Basketball and Coaching Staff

Team USA is rounding out its coaching staff for upcoming international competitions, with sources reporting that Thunder coach Mark Daigneault, former Pistons coach JB Bickerstaff, and Gonzaga's Mark Few are expected to be named as assistant coaches under head coach Erik Spoelstra. The NBA is also reportedly for a potential European league launch around the fall of 2027, with discussions coinciding with the FIFA World Cup final. In player news, Bucks guard Tyler Herro to move past a physical altercation with former teammate Bam Adebayo, and is focused on his future in Milwaukee. Finally, the league is also to the next wave of talent, with an evaluation of from the 2025 draft class.