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LeBron James informs Lakers he plans to play elsewhere in 2026-27
James has informed the Lakers that the franchise can move on without him because he will play elsewhere, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul told ESPN's Shams Charania on Tuesday.
2026 NBA free agency: Grades for offseason signings, extensions
We're grading the biggest NBA free agent signings and extensions, including Kristaps Porzingis' deal to return to the Warriors.
Robert Williams III staying with Trail Blazers on $44M extension
The Portland Trail Blazers and center Robert Williams III have agreed to a three-year, $44 million contract extension, his agent Kevin Bradbury of LIFT Sports Management tells ESPN.
2026 NBA buzz: Latest news, injuries, league intel, live updates
We're tracking the latest news, rumors and buzz across the NBA, including what we're hearing on LeBron James, Jalen Duren and more.
Perk: LeBron would make Warriors legit title contenders
Perk: LeBron would make Warriors legit title contenders
Perk: Portland is Ja Morant's last shot to prove he belongs in NBA
Perk: Portland is Ja Morant's last shot to prove he belongs in NBA
Kristaps Porzingis agrees to 2-year, $40M deal with Warriors
Free agent center Kristaps Porzingis has agreed to a two-year, $40 million contract to return to the Golden State Warriors through 2027-28.
Why re-signing Kristaps Porzingis narrows Warriors' financial flexibility
Why re-signing Kristaps Porzingis narrows Warriors' financial flexibility
2026 NBA offseason trade grades: Ja Morant, Miles Bridges deals
We're grading the biggest NBA trades of the offseason, including the deal that sent Ja Morant to the Portland Trail Blazers.
Sources: Restricted free agent Duren to meet with Lakers, Kings
Pistons restricted free agent Jalen Duren has meetings set up with the Lakers and Kings when free agency begins Tuesday.
Sources: Julian Champagnie to sign 3-year, $45M deal with Spurs
Julian Champagnie intends to sign a new three-year, $45 million contract with the Spurs through 2028-29, sources told ESPN on Monday. Also set to return to San Antonio is Harrison Barnes, who plans to sign a one-year, $8 million deal.
NBA free agency 2026: Bobby Marks' 30-team preview
Bobby Marks gets you ready for the start of free agency with priorities, financial decisions and players to watch on all 30 teams.
Sources: Landry Shamet intends to ink 4-year deal with Knicks
Landry Shamet intends to sign a four-year, $24 million deal with the Knicks, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania on Monday.
'The Hoop Collective': Episodes of Brian Windhorst's NBA podcast
Here are the top highlights from Brian Windhorst's "The Hoop Collective" podcast, from breaking news to the latest intel and reaction from around the NBA.
Fantasy basketball: Ja Morant joins crowded Blazers backcourt
Andre Snellings and Eric Moody break down the fantasy impact of the latest offseason moves from around the NBA.
Sources: Pistons' Kevin Huerter to return on 3-year, $27M deal
Free agent sharpshooter Kevin Huerter intends to sign a three-year, $27 million deal to return to the Detroit Pistons, sources told ESPN.
Shams: Ja Morant excited to join Portland
Shams: Ja Morant excited to join Portland
Thunder pick up forward Lu Dort's $17.7 million option
The Thunder on Monday exercised forward Lu Dort's 2026-27 contract option.
Jonathan Kuminga a free agent as Hawks decline option
The Hawks are declining Jonathan Kuminga's $24.3 million team option, making him a free agent.
Shams breaks down the Ja Morant trade to the Trail Blazers
Shams breaks down the Ja Morant trade to the Trail Blazers