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The Rockets and Ethan reached an agreement to extend Ethan's contract for 5 years, $81.5 million.

July 3 - According to ESPN, the Houston Rockets have reached a contract agreement with restricted free agent Tali Ethan.

2026-07-03 04:55

NBA · basketball · Clippers · Wagner · guard

Wagler was drafted 5th overall in the NBA draft and joined the Clippers to begin a new chapter in his professional career.

June 25 - According to the Associated Press, the Los Angeles Clippers selected 19-year-old guard Keaton Wagler with the 5th overall pick in this year's NBA draft.

2026-06-25 07:34

NBA · basketball · draft · lottery · system

The NBA has upgraded its draft system with a 3-2-1 lottery system, significantly improving its anti-tanking mechanisms.

On May 29, the NBA Board of Governors officially passed a new draft lottery system, the "3-2-1 lottery," aimed at reducing the incentive for teams to tank for high draft picks.

2026-05-29 08:32

NBA · basketball · Wizards · draft · number one pick

The Wizards emerge as the biggest winners of the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery.

May 11 - The Washington Wizards won the first overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery held in Chicago and will select the first player in this year's draft.

2026-05-11 05:56

NBA · Draft · Brooklyn Nets · University of North Carolina · Derek Powell

Brooklyn Nets sign rookie Derek Powell

In the 2025 NBA Draft, the Brooklyn Nets selected Drake Powell, a rising star from the University of North Carolina, with the 22nd pick.

2025-08-13 02:06

NBA · basketball · Lakers · center · Kessler

Kessler passes Lakers physical exam, shoulder injury recovers well, ready for comeback.

July 14th - According to ESPN, Lakers' new center Walker Kessler said in an interview in Las Vegas that he has passed medical examinations following shoulder surgery and looks forward to playing alongside Luka Doncic in the new season.

2026-07-14 06:49

NBA · basketball · Leonard · Raptors · agent team

Leonard hires a new agent and returns to the Raptors to begin contract extension negotiations.

July 7 - According to ESPN, Kawhi Leonard will begin contract extension negotiations with the Toronto Raptors after officially joining the team.

2026-07-07 06:00

NBA · basketball · free agents · Rui Hachimura · Clippers

The Clippers signed Rui Hachimura to a two-year, $28 million contract.

July 7 - According to ESPN, free agent Rui Hachimura has reached a contract agreement with the Los Angeles Clippers.

2026-07-07 04:43

NBA Draft · Kendrick Perkins · NBA · Ja Morant · Cameron Boozer

Kendrick Perkins was impressed by the rookies' mature attitude.

The 2026 NBA Draft has generated considerable excitement among fans due to the performances of many young players. NBA legend Kendrick Perkins stated that he was deeply impressed by the maturity displayed by these young players and believes that experienced players should pay even more attention to their behavior.

2026-07-02 08:12

Darlin Peterson · Utah Jazz · Kobe Bryant · NBA Draft · Kendrick Perkins

Darlin Peterson aims to become a well-rounded player, drawing inspiration from Kobe Bryant.

Utah Jazz rookie Darrin Peterson said in an interview that he hopes to become a player with both offensive and defensive abilities, and that he aims to be like the late NBA legend Kobe Bryant.

2026-07-01 08:10

NBA · basketball · Hornets · Suns · Bridges

Bridges was traded to the Suns and Hornets in exchange for Allen, O'Neal, and a future first-round pick.

June 29 - According to an ESPN reporter, the Charlotte Hornets and the Phoenix Suns have reached a trade agreement.

2026-06-29 04:26

NBA · basketball · Hornets · Timberwolves · Ball

The Hornets traded Ball to the Timberwolves in exchange for Reed and several future draft assets.

June 28 - According to the Associated Press, the Charlotte Hornets and the Minnesota Timberwolves have reached a trade agreement.

2026-06-28 07:19

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