Category: NBA
Monday, June 30, is when the 2025 NBA offseason officially begins. Kevin Durant was one of the biggest names on the trade market. Just over a week ago, Phoenix traded Durant to the Rockets. With Durant in a new home, the next star that’s been the center of discussion is Milwaukee’s Giannis Antetokounmpo. Free agency […]
Many rumors have arisen ever since LeBron James exercised his $52.6 million player option for this upcoming 2025-26 campaign this past weekend, as confirmed by his agent Rich Paul. While many wonder if his choice works as an advantage for the Lakers, the veteran is still looking for NBA titles. The league’s all-time leading scorer […]
In 2024-25, the Houston Rockets finished 52-30. That was the second-best record in the Western Conference. During the playoffs, the Rockets lost in the first round to the Warriors in seven games. Houston’s front office was committed to the young core they had built. However, the team made a surprising move just over a week […]
At 6:00 p.m. EST on Monday, June 30, NBA free agency officially opens. Teams can begin negotiating with their free agents or players on another team. Contracts can be signed starting July 6. With free agency set to begin, certain players must make a tough choice. That was true for Blazers’ big man Deandre Ayton. […]
The Oklahoma City Thunder have signed forward/center Jaylin Williams to a multi-year contract extension, Executive Vice President and General Manager Sam Presti announced Sunday. Jaylin Williams’ New Deal Carries An Average Annual Salary Of $8 Million According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Williams is signing a new three-year, $24 million contract extension with the Thunder after […]
The Charlotte Hornets will acquire Collin Sexton and a 2031 second-round pick from the Utah Jazz for center Jusuf Nurkic. ESPN’s Shams Charania was first to report. Sexton provides the Hornets with needed backcourt help alongside LaMelo Ball. Nurkic will now be backup help for starting center Walker Kessler. Financially, not much changes on either […]
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has activated his $52.6 million player option for the final year of his contract. ESPN’s Shams Charania was first to report. What this means for his tenure as a member of the Lakers is a real question mark after agent Rich Paul’s recent comments. “LeBron wants to compete for […]
The shooting guard class may not dazzle with names but there are role players here who could be very impactful. This is a group of players who can be clear contributors during the regular season and perhaps swing games in the postseason. Now, remember, Cam Thomas and Quentin Grimes have their share of appeal but […]
Let’s cut to the chase. James Harden would technically be the best point guard available if he were actually available. That’s why you’re here, though. Here at Basketball Insiders, we’re not just going to give you the generic list of who’s contractually available. In ranking the best point guards of this free agent class, we’ve […]
The Cleveland Cavaliers are set to acquire Lonzo Ball from the Chicago Bulls in exchange for Isaac Okoro. ESPN’s Shams Charania was first to report. This move improves the defensive versatility of the Cavs while the Bulls acquire at least a more reliable player when it comes to health. According to ESPN, the Cavs had […]
