•Get the NBA App•Comprehensive Summer League Coverage NBA Summer League festivities resumed on Tuesday with the final quartet of matches in Salt Lake City and San Francisco, paving the way for all 30 teams to converge on Las Vegas for the 2025 NBA 2K26 Summer League. Here’s a recap of the standout performances from Tuesday’s games: The Spurs appeared to …

Nikola Jokic has communicated to the Denver Nuggets that he will not be pursuing a contract extension during this offseason, as reported by Bennett Durando of The Denver Post on Tuesday. The 30-year-old Serbian star is contracted through the end of the 2026-27 season, with a guaranteed amount of around $115 million and a player option worth nearly $63 million …

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been announced as the cover athlete for NBA 2K26, following his remarkable MVP and championship-winning performance last season, the game’s developer revealed on Tuesday. The leading scorer of the previous season and Finals MVP will be featured on the standard edition of the game. He posted impressive averages of 32.7 points, 6.4 assists, and five rebounds per …

Simone Fontecchio is gearing up for a summer filled with activity and significance. The 29-year-old Italian forward has joined the Miami Heat through a recent trade and is also set to play for the Italian national team in the upcoming EuroBasket tournament, as reported by the Miami Herald. “I’m currently in Italy, so I was asleep when the news broke,” …

**• Get the NBA App** In a seven-year span, the NBA has crowned seven champions from seven distinct franchises, showcasing an unprecedented level of parity. The Oklahoma City Thunder have recently added their name to the list of teams that have claimed the coveted Larry O’Brien Trophy for a year. If the NBA had regal custodians for its trophy similar …

NBA center Jonas Valanciunas provided a typically ambiguous response about his future following his recent trip to Greece for medical evaluations with Panathinaikos Athens, even as he has been traded to the Denver Nuggets. “You can say whatever you want; a lot has already been discussed, and there are various opinions,” Valanciunas remarked during his attendance at the 2025 B8 …

•Download the NBA App•2025 Summer League • Jazz 112, Grizzlies 111: Box Score | Game Details SALT LAKE CITY – In a thrilling matchup at the Jon M. Huntsman Center during the 2025 Salt Lake City Summer League, the Utah Jazz narrowly edged out the Memphis Grizzlies, winning 112-111 on Monday. The game was a tense exchange, with both teams …

Paolo Banchero, the standout player for the Orlando Magic, has finalized a five-year maximum rookie contract extension that could potentially amount to $287 million, as confirmed by his agent Mike Miller from LIFT Sports Management in a statement to ESPN’s Shams Charania. As outlined in the report, “Miller noted that Banchero’s new agreement features conditions that could boost his base …

INDEPENDENCE, Ohio (AP) — For the first time in a couple of seasons, Lonzo Ball can focus on settling into a new team instead of spending his summer rehabilitating from a knee injury. On Monday, the seasoned guard was present at the Cleveland Cavaliers’ practice facility, meeting with the medical team and coaches following his recent trade from the Chicago …

A significant portion of his contract for the 2025-26 season has been eliminated following Vasilije Micic’s buyout agreement with the Milwaukee Bucks. With the agreement finalized on Monday evening, various North American media outlets, including Bucks insider Eric Nehm, shared more information. Specifically, the 31-year-old Micic relinquished $6.1 million of the $8.1 million owed on his 2025-26 contract. This arrangement …

•Download the NBA App•Complete Coverage of the Summer League The NBA Summer League continued its excitement on Monday with a doubleheader in Salt Lake City, featuring matchups between the Thunder and Sixers, as well as the Grizzlies and Jazz. Here’s a recap of the standout performances: After being selected 28th overall in the 2023 draft, Sensabaugh has begun to demonstrate …

After being sidelined for the 2024-25 season and becoming the inaugural player to secure an NBA championship without stepping onto the court, Nikola Topic is now fit and ready to showcase his skills with the Oklahoma City Thunder. Making his debut in the 2025 Salt Lake City Summer League sponsored by America First Credit Union, the 19-year-old Serbian point guard …

Since joining the Orlando Magic, Paolo Banchero has accomplished a great deal. He secured the Kia Rookie of the Year title, earned an All-Star selection, and assisted the team in reaching the playoffs on two occasions. Now, the Magic are placing their hopes on his potential for even greater achievements. Banchero has mutually agreed to the largest contract in the …

Kevin Pritchard, president of the Indiana Pacers, has officially announced that standout point guard Tyrese Haliburton will be sidelined for the entirety of the 2025-26 season as he recovers from a torn Achilles tendon. “I am confident he will return stronger than ever… However, he will not be playing next year,” Pritchard expressed to local reporters. “We refuse to take …

With Kevin Durant officially out and the Phoenix Suns preparing to part ways with Bradley Beal, the franchise is embarking on a new trajectory with Devin Booker. The 28-year-old guard is anticipated to finalize a two-year contract extension worth $150 million, according to Duane Rankin from The Arizona Republic. This extension will keep Booker under contract until the conclusion of …

Former player and current agent Pete Mickeal is once again organizing the MVPete Combine, scheduled for July 11 at the Cambridge Recreation Center in Las Vegas. This event is designed to provide a thorough evaluation of the participants’ skills, teamwork, and understanding of the game, along with constructive feedback aimed at fostering improvement. The program can be tailored to suit …

Ajay Mitchell has officially inked a multi-year extension with the Oklahoma City Thunder. Following the lifting of the NBA moratorium, the team announced the new deal on Sunday, although specific details were not disclosed. According to previous reports, the 23-year-old Belgian shooting guard has agreed to a three-year contract valued at nine million dollars, replacing a three-million-dollar option for the …

The New Orleans Pelicans have reached an agreement to send experienced guard CJ McCollum, center Kelly Olynyk, and a future second-round draft pick to the Washington Wizards. In exchange, they will acquire guard Jordan Poole, forward Saddiq Bey, and the 40th overall pick in the second round of Thursday’s NBA Draft, which was used to select Georgetown’s Micah Peavy, according …

With a remarkable 1,503 games played over 20 seasons in the NBA, Chris Paul anticipates wrapping up his career after one more year in the league. “I’m thinking at most, just one year left,” he shared during a conversation on Jemele Hill’s Spolitics podcast. “Having just completed my 20th season is truly a gift. I’ve spent more than half my …

•Get the NBA App•2025 Free Agent Tracker On Sunday, the monumental trade, marking the largest in NBA history, was finalized, with Kevin Durant making a significant move to the Houston Rockets in a deal that sent Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, and numerous other assets in a blockbuster involving 13 players from seven different teams. Assets for the Rockets: Assets for …

The Denver Nuggets are committed to having Jonas Valanciunas fulfill his contract. The 33-year-old Lithuanian center has been made aware of the team’s intentions, with the Nuggets viewing him as a significant asset for the 2025-26 season, serving as a crucial backup to Serbian star Nikola Jokic, as reported by ESPN’s senior NBA insider Shams Charania on Sunday. Amid interest …

According to veteran NBA reporter Marc Stein, the Denver Nuggets are moving forward with their trade for Jonas Valanciunas and remain committed to retaining the experienced center, even as the Lithuanian player heads to Athens amidst ongoing negotiations with Panathinaikos. Valanciunas has received an offer from the prominent Greek EuroLeague team, but for the transfer to Panathinaikos to be finalized, …

In the opening game of the 2025 California Classic Summer League, Kasparas Jakucionis faced difficulties while playing for the Miami Heat. Despite the team’s victory, winning 82-69 against the San Antonio Spurs at San Francisco’s Chase Center, the 19-year-old Lithuanian combo guard struggled with his shooting, finishing with only 1 for 7 from the field, including a disappointing 0 for …

Nikola Topić, selected as the 12th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, was sidelined for his entire rookie season due to an injury. However, he has now fully rehabilitated and is ready to compete again. The Serbian point guard made his first appearance with the Oklahoma City Thunder during the NBA Summer League, showcasing his skills despite the team …

Jock Landale has signed a one-year contract with the Memphis Grizzlies, as reported by Shams Charania. Previously, the experienced center was released by the Houston Rockets prior to the guarantee of his $8 million salary. The 29-year-old posted averages of 4.8 points and 3.3 rebounds in 11.9 minutes over 42 games in the last season. He initially inked a four-year, …