NBA Basketball 24 Hours

Last updated: September 26, 2026, 10:07 PM ET

Free Agency & Transactions

The NBA's offseason continued to churn as the Memphis Grizzlies waived veteran point guard D'Angelo Russell, sending him to free agency. Meanwhile, the Chicago Bulls are trading Rob Dillingham to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for Buddy Hield, according to sources.

Injury Report

The Charlotte Hornets will be without star forward Kon Knueppel for at least the entire preseason after he was sidelined with a hamstring injury. In more positive health news, Knicks guard Jalen Brunson has been cleared to play following offseason wrist surgery, while Kyrie Irving said he is under no physical restrictions after a 19-month ACL recovery and is ready to "kick some butt."

Contract & Market News

The Golden State Warriors and Stephen Curry have agreed to a two-year, $116 million contract extension, league sources confirmed. Cavaliers president Koby Altman said he wasn't fazed when LeBron James chose the 76ers, asserting Cleveland has "too much of a good thing" to worry. LeBron himself cited his friendship with All-Star Tyrese Maxey and a desire to help Joel Embiid win a title as key drivers of his Philadelphia decision.

Collectibles & Analytics

A one-of-one rookie debut patch card of Cooper Flagg sold for a record $8.04 million early Friday morning. Finally, ESPN's Dean Oliver examined what analytical metrics reveal about the NBA Rank panel's top, with notable discussion surrounding Jalen Brunson and Jaylen Brown.