Category: NBA Basketball

DeMar DeRozan Buyout: Kings Expected to Part Ways With Six-Time All-Star

Brandon King

The Sacramento Kings are expected to reach a buyout agreement with veteran forward DeMar DeRozan in the coming days, according to NBA insider Jake Fischer. Once the agreement is finalized, DeRozan will become an unrestricted free agent and one of the most accomplished players still available on the market. Fischer also reports that DeRozan’s free agency will largely depend on whether he is willing to accept a veteran minimum contract. If he does, the list of potential suitors could grow dramatically, giving championship contenders an opportunity to add one of…

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Bucks Sign Kam Jones to Two-Way Deal After Draft Night Circuit Journey

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The Milwaukee Bucks continue to build out their backcourt depth, agreeing to a two-way NBA contract with 2025 second-round pick Kam Jones, according to ESPN. The move gives the franchise another young developmental guard as it balances championship expectations with long-term roster flexibility. Jones, who was originally selected in the second round of the 2025 NBA Draft, has already experienced a winding early professional path. He was first traded from the Indiana Pacers to the Chicago Bulls on draft night before ultimately being waived during roster cuts. Now, he gets…

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Yaxel Lendeborg Dominates Summer League Debut with Perfect Shooting for Warriors

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Yaxel Lendeborg wasted no time making an impression in his NBA Summer League debut. The Golden State Warriors rookie turned in one of the most efficient performances of the opening weekend, finishing with 19 points, five rebounds, six assists, one steal, and one block while shooting a flawless 6-for-6 from the field, including 4-for-4 from three-point range, in just 22 minutes. His all-around effort helped power the Warriors to a convincing 104-72 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in the California Classic.   Lendeborg was on fire from the opening…

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Caleb Love Signs Two-Way Deal with Philadelphia 76ers

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The Philadelphia 76ers continue to add depth to their backcourt, agreeing to a two-way contract with free agent guard Caleb Love, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Love joins Philadelphia after spending last season with the Portland Trail Blazers, where he showcased his scoring ability and flashed the offensive talent that made him one of college basketball’s most recognizable guards. His ability to create shots, knock down perimeter jumpers, and provide instant offense gives the 76ers another intriguing developmental piece. The two-way contract allows Love to split time between the 76ers…

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Andre Drummond Signs One-Year, $3.9 Million Deal With New York Knicks

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Veteran center Andre Drummond is headed to New York. According to ESPN, Drummond has agreed to a one-year, $3.9 million contract with the New York Knicks, giving the reigning NBA champions an experienced presence in the frontcourt. The move comes after New York lost Mitchell Robinson in free agency, creating a need for a dependable backup center. Drummond, a two-time NBA All-Star and one of the league’s premier rebounders throughout his career, fills that void with size, toughness, and veteran experience. Last season with the Philadelphia 76ers, the 32-year-old averaged…

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Cam Reddish Joins Orlando Magic Summer League Roster in Bid for NBA Return

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For Cam Reddish, the road back to the NBA starts in Las Vegas. According to Brett Siegel, the former No. 10 overall pick will suit up for the Orlando Magic during NBA Summer League as he attempts to earn another opportunity at the NBA level. Selected 10th overall in the 2019 NBA Draft, Reddish entered the league with enormous expectations after a standout season at Duke. His combination of size, length, athleticism, and perimeter skill made him one of the most coveted wing prospects in his draft class. Throughout stops…

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NBA’s Connected Basketball Debuts at Summer League, Could Revolutionize Officiating

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The NBA is introducing another piece of cutting-edge technology to the hardwood. During this year’s NBA Summer League, the league will test a connected basketball equipped with an embedded sensor capable of detecting when a player makes contact with the ball. The initiative is part of the NBA’s ongoing effort to use technology to improve officiating without changing the way the game is played. According to the league, the embedded sensor does not materially affect the basketball’s weight, feel, or playability, allowing players to compete with what feels like a…

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Billy Donovan Hired by Spurs as Lead Assistant After Bulls Exit

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Image via the National Basketball Association The San Antonio Spurs are adding a veteran coaching presence to their bench. According to Shams Charania and Pete Thamel, former Chicago Bulls head coach Billy Donovan has agreed to become San Antonio’s lead assistant coach under first-year head coach Mitch Johnson. Donovan parted ways with Chicago in April after five seasons leading the Bulls. Prior to his NBA coaching career, he built one of the most accomplished résumés in college basketball, winning back-to-back national championships at the University of Florida before making the…

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Jaylen Brown Issues First Statement After Celtics Trade to Philadelphia 76ers

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After a decade in Boston, Jaylen Brown has officially broken his silence following the blockbuster trade that sent him to the Philadelphia 76ers. Brown took to social media to thank the Celtics organization and its fans while expressing optimism about the next chapter of his career. The statement, released Thursday afternoon, reads in part: “Boston, thank you for 10 unforgettable years. We built something special together, and I’ll always be grateful for the love, the battles, and bringing Banner 18 home. To my teammates, coaches, staff, and every fan who…

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NBA to Test Revolutionary One Free-Throw Rule at 2026 Summer League

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Adam Silver’s NBA has once again decided to fix something that was not broken and they are using the Summer League as its laboratory. League officials will test a one free-throw rule during the 2026 NBA Summer League, an experimental change designed to reduce game interruptions while maintaining the same scoring value for shooting fouls. Under the proposed rule, players will take just one free throw regardless of whether the foul would normally result in one, two, or three attempts. The lone free throw will simply be worth the total…

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