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Last updated: July 21, 2026, 5:30 AM ET

NBA Free Agency Buzz

LeBron James' future remains undecided as his agent, Rich Paul, stated there's no timeline for a decision on his next team stated no timeline. James himself has offered little clarity, with his "trust the process" remark sparking speculation sparking speculation. Meanwhile, the Miami Heat are actively recruiting, with Pat Riley and Giannis Antetokounmpo expressing their desire for James to join them. Antetokounmpo specifically indicated his eagerness to win a championship in Miami.

Player Movement and Roster Updates

The Atlanta Hawks have acquired Luguentz Dort in a three-team trade, sending three second-round picks to the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Dallas Mavericks matched the New York Knicks' two-year, $4.7 million offer sheet for restricted free agent Moussa Cisse. In Los Angeles, the Lakers have agreed to a one-year, $3.3 million deal with free agent forward Matisse Thybulle agreed to a deal.

Summer League and Historical Notes

Yaxel Lendeborg led the Warriors to a summer league championship in a victory over Boozer led the Warriors. Lendeborg achieved a rare feat, becoming only the second player to win both a Division I NCAA championship and a summer league title in the same year. In a notable auction, a Wilt Chamberlain warmup jacket, discovered at a Goodwill, sold for $89,600 sold for $89,600.