
Perk: Portland is Ja Morant's last shot to prove he belongs in NBA
Perk: Portland is Ja Morant's last shot to prove he belongs in NBA

Perk: LeBron would make Warriors legit title contenders
Perk: LeBron would make Warriors legit title contenders

2026 NBA buzz: Latest news, injuries, league intel, live updates
We're tracking the latest news, rumors and buzz across the NBA, including what we're hearing on Jalen Duren, Kawhi Leonard and more players.

Kristaps Porzingis agrees to 2-year, $40M deal with Warriors
Free agent center Kristaps Porzingis has agreed to a two-year, $40 million contract to return to the Golden State Warriors through 2027-28.

Why re-signing Kristaps Porzingis narrows Warriors' financial flexibility
Why re-signing Kristaps Porzingis narrows Warriors' financial flexibility
Here are the top highlights from Brian Windhorst's "The Hoop Collective" podcast, from breaking news to the latest intel and reaction from around the NBA.
Andre Snellings and Eric Moody break down the fantasy impact of the latest offseason moves from around the NBA.
Free agent sharpshooter Kevin Huerter intends to sign a three-year, $27 million deal to return to the Detroit Pistons, sources told ESPN.
Shams: Ja Morant excited to join Portland
The Thunder on Monday exercised forward Lu Dort's 2026-27 contract option.
Bradley Beal declined his $5.6 million option to return to the LA Clippers next season, making him an unrestricted free agent.
Lakers center Deandre Ayton is opting into his $8.1 million player option for the 2026-27 season, while Marcus Smart is declining his $5.4 million option.
The Hawks are declining Jonathan Kuminga's $24.3 million team option, making him a free agent.
We have the updates, including players and draft picks, for every NBA trade made this summer.
Shams breaks down the Ja Morant trade to the Trail Blazers
Which players could be traded? And what's the latest between LeBron James and the Lakers? Our NBA insiders provide the latest free agency and trade intel.
Bobby Marks: James Harden declining player option gives Cavs more flexibility
The Nets have agreed to multiyear deals with center Day'Ron Sharpe and forward Josh Minott, sources told ESPN.
Malik Beasley indicted in federal gambling case
Former NBA players Malik Beasley and Ed Davis have been indicted in a federal gambling investigation.
Kings guard Zach LaVine is opting into his $49 million player option for the 2026-27 season, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul told ESPN.
Ben Simmons told Men's Health he needed to get away and "find himself again" in his year away from the NBA and hopes to show potential teams that he is healthier and stronger.
Heat forward Andrew Wiggins intends to sign a three-year, $64 million contract to stay with the franchise, sources told ESPN.
Windy dissects Andrew Wiggins' 3-year contract extension with Heat
Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden is declining his $42.3 million player option, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.
David Dennis Jr.: Jaylen Brown's frustrations with Celtics are valid
How Draymond declining player option could affect NBA, LeBron
How a returning Kawhi would elevate the Raptors in East
The LA Clippers and Toronto Raptors are in serious trade talks for forward Kawhi Leonard, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.
Rockets guard Fred VanVleet is exercising his $25 million option with the Houston Rockets for the 2026-27 season, according to Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul.
How much will it cost the Raptors to trade for Kawhi Leonard?
Could LeBron leave the Lakers and join the Warriors?
The Hornets are trading Miles Bridges, a 2029 first-round pick and a second-round pick to the Suns for Grayson Allen, Royce O'Neale and a 2033 first.
The Magic have waived forward Jonathan Isaac, which will save Orlando $6.5 million, according to ESPN's Bobby Marks.
Which front offices boast the most spending power? Which are battling to avoid the second apron? Bobby Marks examines all 30 teams.