NBA Basketball 8 Hours

Last updated: July 16, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

Free Agency and Investigations

LeBron James has not revealed his next team, stating he remains undecided as a free agent. The NBA is also investigating the Bucks' four-year, $64 million deal with Gary Trent Jr. for potential salary cap circumvention as confirmed by a league spokesperson. Commissioner Adam Silver acknowledged the investigation into Kawhi Leonard for alleged cap circumvention. In other player news, Jonas Valanciunas has left the NBA to join Lithuanian club Zalgiris Kaunas on a two-year contract.

League Expansion and Player Movement

The NBA for a planned European league launch in the fall of 2027, with discussions intensifying alongside the FIFA World Cup final. Timberwolves president Tim Connelly believes the acquisition of star point guard LaMelo Ball, despite the steep price. Meanwhile, the Wizards' star trio aims to transform the team from last place in the East to a contender.

Player Discipline and Player Development

The NBA will not punish Bam Adebayo for an altercation with former teammate Tyler Herro at a Las Vegas gym. Separately, a U.S. representative, John Moolenaar, has called for a review of the NBA's ties to Joe Tsai, following Alibaba's designation by the U.S. government. The league is also evaluating intriguing sophomore players from the 2025 NBA draft class, including Spurs Dylan Harper and Carter Bryant.