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Josh Hart Chooses to Play Through Finger Injury Rather Than Undergo Career-Ending Surgery
Josh Hart says he plans to continue playing through a severe right ring finger injury rather than undergo a joint replacement procedure that doctors told him would end his NBA career. The Knicks veteran expects to keep the finger wrapped while managing pain throughout the season.
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Miles McBride and Knicks Reportedly Not Close on Contract Extension
Miles McBride and the New York Knicks are reportedly not close to reaching a contract extension as the 2026-27 season approaches. McBride has expressed a desire to remain in New York but acknowledged disappointment that a new agreement has not yet been reached.
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Jamal Shead Signs Three-Year, $24 Million Extension With Raptors
Jamal Shead has agreed to a three-year, $24 million extension with the Toronto Raptors, keeping the guard under contract through the 2029-30 season. The deal rewards Shead after he emerged as one of Toronto’s most dependable reserves.
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Jalen Duren Agrees to Five-Year, $200 Million Deal With Pistons
Jalen Duren has agreed to a five-year, $200 million fully guaranteed contract with the Detroit Pistons, ending a prolonged restricted free agency dispute. The All-Star center returns after a breakout season in which he averaged 19.5 points and 10.5 rebounds per game.
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Hornets Waive Former No. 8 Pick Rob Dillingham Days After Acquiring Him
The Charlotte Hornets are waiving former No. 8 overall pick Rob Dillingham just days after acquiring him from the Chicago Bulls. ESPN’s Shams Charania first reported the move, which puts the 21-year-old guard back on the market ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season
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Why I Think Jalen Duren Turning Down Detroit’s Contract Offers Is a Bad Idea
Jalen Duren has earned the right to seek a major payday after a breakout season with the Detroit Pistons, but turning down Detroit’s reported five-year, $200 million fully guaranteed offer could be an unnecessarily risky gamble. With the possibility of playing on a one-year qualifying offer, Duren would be betting his long-term financial security on staying healthy, maintaining his production and finding a better situation in unrestricted free agency.
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Mavericks Resign Dwight Powell ahead of 2026-27 Training Camp
The Dallas Mavericks have re signed veteran center Dwight Powell ahead of training camp bringing the vertebrae back for another season for front court depth.
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D'Angelo Russell has been waived by the Grizzlies
Grizzlies cut the veteran guard as they trimmed their roster. Russell was acquired in a six-team trade in July but never appeared in a game for Memphis. The team entered the day with 19 players on standard contracts and needed to reduce to the NBA’s 15-man limit ahead of training camp.
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Nuggets and Pelicans Linked to Ryan Nembhard if Hornets Waive Young Guard
The Denver Nuggets and New Orleans Pelicans have been linked to Ryan Nembhard as possible landing spots if the Charlotte Hornets waive the 23-year-old guard. Denver has been specifically mentioned among teams expected to pursue him, while New Orleans has also surfaced in speculation surrounding his potential availability.
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Dereck Lively II Not Yet Cleared for Mavericks Training Camp
Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II has not yet been cleared for training camp as he continues recovering from right foot surgery. The 22-year-old is slowly progressing toward basketball activity, but his status for the start of the 2026-27 season remains uncertain.
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Hawks Acquire Dorian Finney-Smith From Hornets in Three-Player Trade
The Atlanta Hawks have acquired veteran forward Dorian Finney-Smith from Charlotte in exchange for Buddy Hield, Ryan Nembhard and cash. The deal gives Atlanta another experienced defensive forward ahead of training camp.
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Stephen Curry Contract Extension Talks Remain Unresolved With Warriors
Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors have yet to finalize a new contract extension as the superstar guard enters the final year of his current deal. Curry is eligible for a max extension, while Golden State has repeatedly expressed its desire to keep him with the franchise for the remainder of his career.
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Ime Udoka Wants Rockets to "Make Some Real Noise" in 2026-27
Rockets coach Ime Udoka says Houston wants to move beyond consecutive first-round playoff exits and make a deeper postseason run in 2026-27. The Rockets enter camp with Fred VanVleet and Steven Adams returning and Marcus Smart joining an already deep roster.
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Ausar Thompson Signs Five-Year, $155 Million Extension With Pistons
The Detroit Pistons have signed Ausar Thompson to a five-year, $155 million rookie-scale extension following his breakout defensive season. Thompson earned All-Defensive First Team honors after leading the NBA with 2.0 steals per game.
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Kawhi Leonard Signs Multi-Year Extension With Toronto Raptors
Kawhi Leonard has signed a multi-year contract extension with the Toronto Raptors after returning to the franchise this offseason. The former Finals MVP is coming off a career-high 27.9 points per game and will remain a centerpiece of Toronto's plans.
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NBA Teams Make Roster Moves as Training Camp Approaches
NBA teams are making a wave of roster moves ahead of training camp, including signings, waivers, two-way deals, and camp contracts. Clubs such as the Nets, Raptors, Pacers, Pelicans, and Lakers are adjusting their rosters as they compete for final spots before the 2026-27 season begins.
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Nicolas Batum Retires After 18 NBA Seasons
Nicolas Batum has announced his retirement after 18 NBA seasons, ending a long career that included stops with Portland, Charlotte, Philadelphia, and the LA Clippers. The veteran forward was known for his defense, versatility, passing, and international success with France.
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Fred VanVleet Fully Cleared for Rockets Training Camp
Fred VanVleet: Fred VanVleet has reportedly been fully cleared to participate in Houston Rockets training camp after recovering from ACL surgery. His return gives Houston back a veteran playmaker and adds depth to the roster ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season.
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