Tag: nba free agency

DeMar DeRozan Intends to Sign With Denver Nuggets

Brandon King

Free-agent star DeMar DeRozan intends to sign with the Denver Nuggets, league sources told NBA insider Chris Haynes on Friday. The move was later reported as a one-year, $3.9 million deal, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania and others. DeRozan, 37, joins Denver after spending the previous two seasons with the Sacramento Kings. He was waived by Sacramento in July after averaging 18.4 points, 4.1 assists and 2.9 rebounds per game across 77 appearances during the 2025-26 season. The veteran scorer gives Denver another proven offensive weapon alongside Nikola Jokić, Jamal…

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Rob Parker Says ‘Nobody Wants to Play With LeBron’ After Jalen Brunson’s Recruiting Comments

Brandon King

The debate surrounding LeBron James’ influence around the league has been reignited, this time by longtime sports commentator Rob Parker. During a recent episode of The Odd Couple, Parker responded to New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson’s remarks that he isn’t trying to recruit LeBron to New York. According to Parker, Brunson’s comments are just the latest example of what he believes has been true throughout LeBron’s career: NBA stars simply aren’t lining up to play alongside him. “We’ve seen this before. LeBron had to go to Miami. Nobody wanted…

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Lakers Continue Pursuit of Jonathan Kuminga as Potential Starting Forward

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The Los Angeles Lakers are continuing their pursuit of forward Jonathan Kuminga, with the team viewing the former lottery pick as a potential starting forward, according to Shams Charania.   Kuminga has emerged as one of Los Angeles’ top targets as the franchise continues reshaping its roster around Luka Dončić. The Lakers are reportedly looking for athleticism, size, and two-way versatility on the wing — areas where Kuminga could immediately help.   The 23-year-old forward brings a combination of explosiveness, defensive versatility, and scoring upside. Last season, Kuminga averaged 12.2…

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

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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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Quinten Post Signs Three-Year, $30 Million Offer Sheet With Memphis Grizzlies; Warriors Have Final Say

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The Memphis Grizzlies are making a play for one of the NBA’s emerging stretch big men. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, restricted free agent Quinten Post has agreed to a three-year, $30 million offer sheet with the Grizzlies. The Golden State Warriors now have until 11:59 p.m. ET on Tuesday to decide whether to match the offer and retain the 7-footer or allow him to head to Memphis.   The 26-year-old center continued to develop into a valuable rotational piece for Golden State during the 2025-26 campaign, averaging 7.7 points…

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Rui Hachimura Signs Two-Year, $28 Million Contract With Los Angeles Clippers

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Free agent forward Rui Hachimura has agreed to a two-year, $28 million contract with the Los Angeles Clippers, sources tell ESPN. Hachimura and his agent, Darren Matsubara of THE•TEAM, reached an early understanding with the Clippers shortly after free agency opened, laying the groundwork for a deal well before it became official. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, both sides initially hoped the Los Angeles Lakers would work with the Clippers on a sign-and-trade that would allow Hachimura to remain in Los Angeles while providing compensation to the Lakers. However, the…

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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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Spurs Sign Tobias Harris to Two-Year, $31 Million Deal

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According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, veteran forward Tobias Harris has agreed to a two-year, $31 million contract with the Spurs, giving San Antonio another proven veteran as the franchise looks to build on its Western Conference championship and make another run at an NBA title. Harris arrives in San Antonio after spending last season with the Detroit Pistons, where he averaged 13.3 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 2.5 assists while providing the steady, dependable play that has defined his 15-year NBA career. While Harris may no longer be an All-Star-level scorer,…

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Nikola Vučević Returns to Orlando Magic on One-Year, $3.9M Deal After Turning Down Bigger Offers

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Veteran center Nikola Vučević is officially heading back to where it all started. According to league sources, Vučević has agreed to a one-year, $3.9 million deal to return to the Orlando Magic, turning down more lucrative offers elsewhere in order to reunite with the organization that drafted him and developed him into an All-Star. Vučević began his NBA journey in Orlando as a sophomore and went on to spend nearly a decade with the franchise, becoming one of the most consistent double-double big men in the league during his tenure.…

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Marcus Smart Agrees to 2-Year, $13M Deal With Houston Rockets in Early Free Agency Move

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Free agency opened with immediate movement across the league, and one of the more notable early agreements comes from a veteran defensive guard shifting into a new role. Marcus Smart has agreed to a two-year, $13 million deal with the Houston Rockets, league sources confirmed. The move adds a seasoned perimeter defender and former Defensive Player of the Year to a Rockets roster that has been steadily reshaping its identity around youth, length, and defensive versatility. A Veteran Defensive Presence for Houston Smart’s value has never been tied strictly to…

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