Jalen Williams of the Oklahoma City Thunder has reached an agreement for a five-year rookie max extension valued at up to $287 million, as reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania. The 24-year-old forward had a remarkable season, being honored with All-NBA and All-Defensive team selections while averaging 21.6 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 5.1 assists per game. Although he faced a torn …

•Download the NBA App•2025 Free Agent Tracker Following their recent championship win, the Oklahoma City Thunder are focused on retaining their essential players. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the Thunder have come to terms on a five-year rookie maximum extension with All-Star forward Jalen Williams. This deal could reach as high as $287 million, securing Williams alongside reigning Kia MVP …

Tristan Vukčević is set to continue his NBA career with the Washington Wizards, as reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania. The Serbian-Swedish forward will be re-signing with the organization on a two-way contract. Vukčević became part of the Wizards in March 2024 and spent last season under a two-way arrangement, where he made a significant impact. Despite limited playing time, he …

Here are some observations regarding the NBA 2K26 Summer League, scheduled to take place in Las Vegas from July 10-20. • This year will celebrate the 20th anniversary of the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, an event that has been held annually since 2004, with the exception of 2011 and 2020. • For the seventh consecutive year, all 30 …

Following Zaccharie Risacher and Alex Sarr, Tidjane Salaun was the other French player entering the best league in the world through the NBA Draft – selected with the 6th pick by theHornets. Once ending his first NBA season with 5.9 points and 4.7 rebounds per game, he decided not to return to France in the off-season to improve his game in …

CULVER CITY, Calif.— Prime Video today announced its game coverage lineup for the inaugural season of the NBA on Prime. The broadcast team includes award-winning play-by-play announcers Ian Eagle, Kevin Harlan, Michael Grady and Eric Collins. In addition to previously announced Hall-of-Famers Steve Nash and Dwyane Wade and WNBA Legend Candace Parker, Stan Van Gundy and former NBA players Brent …

With Kevin Durant’s exit from the Phoenix Suns, Devin Booker is set to reclaim his role as the franchise’s centerpiece. It’s only logical that the team would look to extend his contract, and that’s precisely what they are doing. As reported by Shams Charania of ESPN, the 28-year-old basketball star has finalized a two-year maximum extension worth $145 million with …

**•Get the NBA App•Summer League: Comprehensive Coverage** From Thursday until July 20, the NBA’s upcoming talent will display their skills at the NBA 2K26 Summer League. Here are 15 standout players to keep an eye on as they head to Las Vegas. The players are organized in alphabetical order: Bailey, projected to be a top 3 selection, was selected 5th …

After being traded to Atlanta following the conclusion of the 2024-25 season, Kristaps Porzingis was unable to conclude his time with the Boston Celtics in the manner he and the organization had hoped for. In an interview with The Atlanta Journal-Constitution as he embarks on his journey with the Hawks, he reflected on his departure from Boston, stating, “Our season …

Frank Layden achieved 277 victories with the Jazz, placing him third in the team’s history. SALT LAKE CITY (AP)— Frank Layden, the charismatic former coach who guided the Utah Jazz to their inaugural playoff appearance, has passed away at the age of 93. “The influence Frank Layden had on the Jazz, the state of Utah, and the NBA is immeasurable,” …