Nicolas Batum is returning to the LA Clippers. The 36-year-old French forward has reached an agreement on a two-year contract worth $11.5 million, which features a team option and a trade kicker, as reported by ESPN. Batum opted out of his $4.9 million player option, making him a free agent. He previously mentioned that there is a “very, very good …

Last week witnessed the arrival of the league’s future stars. And this week? The dynamics are set to change even further, with free agency commencing today. **5 TOPICS IN THIS ISSUE 🏀** June 30, 2025 **Free Agency 101:** A comprehensive guide on the mechanics of free agency. **Key Players to Monitor:** A look at some pivotal names on the market, …

According to Keith Smith, the Washington Wizards have issued a two-way qualifying offer to Serbian player Tristan Vukčević, turning him into a restricted free agent as the free agency window approaches on July 1. This offer grants the Wizards the option to match any contract Vukčević may receive from other franchises. The 21-year-old forward/center, who was picked 42nd overall in …

•Acquire the NBA App•2025 Free Agent Overview As free agency is set to officially commence at 6 p.m. ET on Monday, players and teams have had to make critical choices regarding contract options, qualifying offers, and deals that were either partially or non-guaranteed. Here’s the breakdown of who’s remaining and who might be on the move. **Player Options** Several players …

The Phoenix Suns have opted to exercise the $8.1 million team option for Serbian guard Vasilije Micić, as initially reported by Keith Smith. This decision paves the way for Phoenix to finalize a reported trade with the Charlotte Hornets that involves center Mark Williams, which is expected to take place on draft night. Despite earlier predictions that the Suns would …

Ace Bailey was selected 5th overall by the Utah Jazz during the 2025 NBA Draft. •2025 NBA Draft: Full Coverage•Prospects|Teams|Updates SALT LAKE CITY (AP)— Although Utah was not typically viewed as one of Ace Bailey’s top choices for launching his NBA career, he made it clear on Sunday that he had no thoughts of holding out or demanding a trade …

The NBA offseason is approaching a critical moment, with the free agency period set to commence in just a few hours. Moritz Wagner from Germany, who spent a significant part of the 2024-25 season sidelined due to a knee injury, is set to enter unrestricted free agency. The Orlando Magic have opted against exercising his team option valued at $11 …

Former first overall selection Deandre Ayton has officially reached an agreement for a buyout with the Portland Trail Blazers, as announced by the team early Monday. The seasoned center now emerges as an unexpected addition to a free agent pool that has been further depleted by recent re-signings. At 26 years old, Ayton is coming off what many consider the …

Bobby Portis Jr. is preparing to finalize a contract extension that will keep him with the Milwaukee Bucks. After opting out of a $13.4 million player option, the 30-year-old power forward is looking to secure a three-year deal worth $44 million, as reported by Shams Charania, a senior NBA insider for ESPN. Portis, who has been a part of the …

James Harden has decided to forgo the final year of his contract with the Los Angeles Clippers and will sign a new two-year agreement worth $81.5 million to continue with the team, according to multiple sources. Reports indicate that Harden will have the option to opt out of this new contract next summer. In other news, Harden is set to …