Warriors Hire Frank Vogel as Lead Assistant Coach, Adding Championship Experience to Steve Kerr’s Staff

The Golden State Warriors are strengthening Steve Kerr’s coaching staff by hiring Frank Vogel as the team’s lead (associate) assistant coach, according to league sources. Vogel spent the 2025-26 season as an assistant with the Dallas Mavericks after previously serving as a coaching consultant for the organization.   Vogel brings an extensive résumé to Golden State, highlighted by leading the Los Angeles Lakers to the 2020 NBA championship. Before his stint in Dallas, he served as head coach of the Indiana Pacers, Orlando Magic, Lakers, and Phoenix Suns, compiling a…

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Jaylen Brown Says Kobe Bryant Inspired Him to Launch 741 After Walking Away From Nearly $50 Million in Endorsement Deals

Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown says his decision to launch his own brand, 741, came after walking away from nearly $50 million in endorsement deals, a move inspired in large part by the late Kobe Bryant. Speaking about the decision, Brown explained that turning down lucrative offers wasn’t about rejecting money—it was about pursuing ownership and building something with long-term value. “I passed on almost $50 million worth of deals in order to start something on my own. Not because I didn’t like money, those type of deals didn’t work…

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Udonis Haslem Fires Back at Draymond Green: ‘You Was on Sucka Sht Four Years Ago and You on Sucka Sht Now’

The back-and-forth between Udonis Haslem and Draymond Green has escalated. After Green questioned whether Haslem would keep the same energy following reports of Bam Adebayo punching Tyler Herro during a Miami Heat practice, Haslem fired back with an unfiltered response on social media, accusing the Warriors veteran of trying to compare two completely different situations. “I see some things just don’t change. You was on sucka sht four years ago when you swung on Jordan Poole and you on sucka sht now.” Haslem took issue with Green comparing his infamous…

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Denver Nuggets Sign EuroLeague Defensive Player of the Year Alpha Diallo to One-Year Deal

The Denver Nuggets have added one of Europe’s premier defensive wings, agreeing to a one-year, $1.4 million guaranteed contract with reigning EuroLeague Defender of the Year Alpha Diallo, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The deal was negotiated by agents Jared Mucha and Javon Phillips of Excel Sports Management.   Diallo, 29, makes the leap to the NBA after establishing himself as one of the EuroLeague’s top two-way players with AS Monaco. The 6-foot-7 forward earned EuroLeague Defensive Player of the Year honors following a standout 2025-26 campaign in which he…

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Timberwolves Sign Isaiah Evans to Four-Year, $9.3 Million Rookie Contract

The Minnesota Timberwolves have officially signed second-round draft pick Isaiah Evans to a four-year, $9.3 million rookie contract, according to league sources. The agreement includes three fully guaranteed seasons and a fourth-year team option, giving Minnesota long-term control over one of the more intriguing prospects from the 2026 NBA Draft. Evans was selected with the No. 33 overall pick after an impressive freshman campaign at Duke, where he earned All-ACC honors while showcasing the scoring ability and shot-making that made him one of the nation’s top recruits. At Duke, Evans…

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Draymond Green Questions Udonis Haslem’s “Heat Culture” After Bam Adebayo-Tyler Herro Altercation

The fallout from the reported altercation between former Miami Heat teammates Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro has sparked a familiar debate around accountability, leadership, and how teams handle internal conflict. Former Draymond Green is now asking whether Udonis Haslem will maintain the same criticism he had when Green punched then-teammate Jordan Poole during a Golden State Warriors practice in 2022. Speaking on The Draymond Green Show, the Warriors forward reflected on how Haslem publicly criticized his actions toward Poole while also questioning whether the same standard applies when a similar…

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From Highlight Reels to Hiking Trails: Ja Morant Embracing a New Chapter in Portland

Since joining the Portland Trail Blazers, Ja Morant has discovered a new way to spend his time away from basketball — reconnecting with nature. The All-Star guard revealed that he has picked up several new hobbies, including fishing, walking, biking and kayaking, as he looks for more balance and a different rhythm outside of the NBA grind. “I’ve been more into nature,” Morant shared, highlighting how outdoor activities have become part of his routine. The change represents a different chapter for Morant, who has spent much of his career under…

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Miles Bridges, Mychelle Johnson Make Competing Allegations Amid Ongoing Custody Dispute

New legal filings have added another chapter to the ongoing dispute between NBA forward Miles Bridges and Mychelle Johnson, the mother of his children. According to court documents first reported this week, Johnson is facing a misdemeanor assault and battery charge in North Carolina stemming from an alleged June 22 custody exchange. Bridges alleges Johnson threw water on him in front of their children and told authorities he is concerned for the children’s safety. Johnson, however, disputes Bridges’ account and has filed her own response in court. She alleges Bridges…

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Jaylen Brown Says NBA Players Should Earn Equity in Teams They Help Build

Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown is once again challenging the traditional business model of professional sports, arguing that NBA players should have the opportunity to own equity in the franchises they help make more valuable. Speaking about wealth creation and long-term financial opportunities for athletes, Brown questioned why players are excluded from ownership despite being the driving force behind the league’s growth. “Players should be able to invest alongside ownership groups and business opportunities. I don’t understand why that’s ever been a thing,” Brown said. “It’s like you’re an athlete…

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Jaylen Brown Explains Why He Skipped Hiring an Agent for the NBA Draft

Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown is once again challenging conventional thinking about the business of basketball. During a recent interview, Brown revealed that he entered the 2016 NBA Draft without hiring a traditional agent, instead relying on the resources provided by the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA). Brown said the decision came down to one thing: the numbers. “When I entered the draft, I didn’t have an agent. I’m probably the highest-picked selection ever that didn’t enter with an agent.” After meeting with several agents during the pre-draft process, Brown…

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