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Restricted free agent Mark Williams intends to re-sign with the Phoenix Suns on a three-year, $38 million contract. The deal is fully guaranteed, keeping Williams with the franchise as Phoenix continues shaping its roster.
AJ Dybantsa, the No. 1 overall pick in the NBA draft, will wear No. 4 for the Washington Wizards. His arrival marks a major addition for a franchise looking to change direction.
Narcisse Ngoy, selected 57th overall in this week’s NBA draft, said he still intends to play college basketball at Auburn next season. The decision keeps his immediate focus on the college game despite being drafted by the Clippers.
Three former college basketball players charged earlier this year in a wide-ranging point-shaving case intend to change their pleas, according to court records filed Thursday. The development marks a notable turn in the ongoing legal proceedings.
Stephen Curry acknowledged Yaxel Lendeborg’s selection in the 2026 NBA Draft with a comment on Instagram. The post celebrated Lendeborg joining the Golden State Warriors as Curry’s newest teammate.
The Celtics are still engaged in trade talks involving Jaylen Brown, with multiple teams showing interest in the All-Star forward. No deal has been reported, but Boston continues to explore the market.
Trail Blazers governor Tom Dundon is maintaining that any public money tied to the franchise should go only toward a proposed $600 million renovation of the Moda Center. The stance centers the discussion on upgrading Portland’s current arena rather than broader public financing.
Coby White plans to re-sign with the Hornets on a three-year, $74 million contract. The deal would keep the guard in Charlotte as the team continues shaping its roster.
Al Horford plans to return to the Golden State Warriors next season. The veteran big man is expected to sign a two-year, $14 million deal when free agency opens next month.
Charlotte is trading star guard LaMelo Ball and Josh Green to Minnesota in exchange for Naz Reid and multiple draft picks. The deal marks a major roster shift for both teams.
College coaches who faced the leading incoming rookies offered insight into how those prospects looked from the opposing sideline. Their evaluations focus on the traits, challenges and upside that stood out during game preparation and competition.
The first look at the 2027 NBA draft class puts Tyran Stokes among the headline names to monitor. The early board also highlights other notable prospects, including Mullins, as attention begins to build around the class.
Duke’s Isaiah Evans was among the recognizable prospects selected during the second round of the NBA draft. Evans had been in the green room for Tuesday’s first round before hearing his name called on Wednesday night.
The Charlotte Hornets are engaged in serious trade discussions involving star point guard LaMelo Ball. Multiple teams are reportedly pursuing the former All-Star as talks continue.
AJ Dybansta and Boozer are among the leading names in a look at the nonstatistical and personality-driven superlatives tied to the 2026 NBA draft. Dybansta’s unusual jersey situation stands out as one of the notable storylines.
The Detroit Pistons are trading backup big man Isaiah Stewart to the Memphis Grizzlies in exchange for three future second-round picks. The move gives Memphis additional frontcourt depth while Detroit adds future draft assets.
A full review of the NBA draft evaluates how all 30 teams handled their selections and trade activity. The analysis highlights which franchises made the strongest impressions and which decisions stood out most on draft night.
A group of 15 college basketball players has filed a lawsuit challenging the NCAA’s newly approved Division I eligibility model. The suit argues that the age-based rule unfairly prevents members of the high school Class of 2022 from continuing their college careers.
Pistons coach J.B. Bickerstaff, who also serves as president of the National Basketball Coaches Association, criticized the structure of Micah Nori’s contract with the Trail Blazers. Bickerstaff called the arrangement a “slap in the face” to the value of NBA coaches.
The NBA draft’s second round has repeatedly produced players who outperformed their draft position. Jalen Brunson and Nikola Jokić stand among the most notable examples of second-round selections who became elite contributors.
Julius Randle’s trade to Brooklyn is among the offseason moves drawing attention for its fantasy basketball implications. Analysts reviewed how recent NBA roster changes could affect player value entering the new season.
The 2026 NBA Draft lottery class is already drawing attention from fantasy basketball managers preparing for next season. The discussion centers on which incoming rookies may be worth rostering once they enter the league.
Austin Reaves intends to remain with the Los Angeles Lakers on a four-year, $185 million maximum contract extension. The deal is expected to include a player option for the 2029-30 season.
The Chicago Bulls selected North Carolina forward Caleb Wilson with the fourth pick on Tuesday night. Wilson arrived with confidence, saying he is “hungry” to become one of the greatest players of all time in Chicago.
Michigan forward Morez Johnson Jr. was selected ninth by the Mavericks, reuniting him with former Wolverines coach Dusty May. Johnson was one of three Michigan players taken in the lottery, joined by Yaxel Lendeborg and Aday Mara.
Golden State selected Michigan wing Yaxel Lendeborg with the No. 11 pick on Tuesday. At the podium, Lendeborg offered a candid reflection on growing up as a Kyrie Irving fan during the Warriors-Cavaliers rivalry.
Memphis added a major piece to its rebuild by selecting Cameron Boozer with the third overall pick. The Duke standout joins a Grizzlies team continuing to shape its next era.
Bucks general manager Jon Horst declined to address specifics regarding Giannis Antetokounmpo, whose reported trade to the Heat has not yet become official. Instead, Horst repeatedly emphasized a focus on “building” after Milwaukee drafted Brayden Burries and Nate Ament on Tuesday night.
Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens addressed reports involving Jaylen Brown on Tuesday night, emphasizing the forward’s importance to the organization. Stevens said Brown remains “valued” and a “big part” of Boston’s plans.
With the first round complete, attention shifts to the best remaining prospects available in Round 2. Teams now have another opportunity to add depth, upside and developmental talent through the draft.
