Draymond Green said on his podcast that he once told the Warriors he wanted to leave for Memphis. He said the Grizzlies' offer was roughly $10 million a year more than Golden State's, prompting him to push for a sign-and-trade.
Jalen Duren has until October 1 to accept an extension or play next season on a $9.6 million qualifying offer, entering restricted free agency in 2026.
+3A hypothetical three-team trade would send Aaron Gordon from Denver to Boston, pairing him with Jayson Tatum and Paul George. Denver would get Payton Pritchard, Sam Hauser, Baylor Scheierman and Boston's 2028 first-round pick, while Charlotte would take Jordan Walsh, Luka Garza and a 2030 second-rounder.
Nick Smith Jr. has agreed to a one-year contract with Real Madrid, according to HoopsHype's Michael Scotto. The Lakers had declined his $2.5 million team option in June after a season split between a two-way deal and a late playoff promotion, making him a free agent.
Devin Carter was waived by Sacramento on Friday, leaving the No. 13 pick from 2024 seeking his second NBA team. NBA insider Jake Fischer reports the Celtics could pursue him once he clears waivers, while Heat insider Ira Winderman says Miami has the cap room and roster space to make a move too.
A proposed deal would send Aaron Nesmith to Los Angeles in exchange for Jarred Vanderbilt, Dalton Knecht and the Lakers' 2032 first-round pick swap. The pitch frames Nesmith as a two-way wing who could start and defend around Luka Doncic after his run to the 2025 Finals with Indiana.
Executives around the league say Houston would only fetch a first-round pick for Kevin Durant now, far less than Phoenix got a year ago. An anonymous executive said Durant's off-court baggage complicates any deal despite his scoring.
Lakers Nation analyst Trevor Lane argues Los Angeles should chase Derrick Jones Jr from the Clippers, calling him a poor fit for LA's rival to keep. He notes the Clippers' recent draft-pick forfeitures and fine as extra incentive to deal Jones for value now.
+5A trade idea would send Kyrie Irving, PJ Washington, Daniel Gafford and Caleb Martin to San Antonio, with Dallas getting De'Aaron Fox, Keldon Johnson, Luke Kornet, Carter Bryant and four future draft picks.
A trade idea floated around the league would send Myles Turner from Milwaukee to the Lakers for Jarred Vanderbilt, Dalton Knecht and either Jaden Hardy or Jake LaRavia, depending on the outlet.
Boston is interested in signing Devin Carter once he clears waivers from Atlanta, according to NBA insider Jake Fischer. The Hawks acquired Carter from Sacramento in June as part of a second-apron salary dump before waiving him, months after Sacramento took him 13th overall in 2024.
Boston signed and then waived Hank Morgan, according to the NBA's official transaction log. He was released Friday, likely on an Exhibit 10 deal worth up to $91K if he plays for the Maine Celtics.
Atlanta plans to waive guard Devin Carter, according to Jake Fischer. He was owed a guaranteed $5,158,080 this season, and the Hawks declined his fourth-year option worth $7,370,897.
+3A three-team trade concept would send Domantas Sabonis to Golden State, Jimmy Butler to Chicago, and Patrick Williams, Isaac Okoro, Jalen Smith, Tre Jones and multiple protected first-round picks to Sacramento.
Bleacher Report's Eric Pincus lists Indiana forward Jarace Walker among the Lakers' top five trade targets, with any deal likely sending out multiple players such as Dalton Knecht, Jaden Hardy or Jake LaRavia, possibly with a third team helping the Pacers duck the luxury tax.
The Athletic's Marcus Thompson suggested on the Warriors Plus Minus podcast that Golden State should watch Chet Holmgren's situation in Oklahoma City. Thompson raised the idea that a poor season could push the Thunder to consider moving him.
Philadelphia has brought in four players on Exhibit 10 camp contracts: Dillon Jones, Saint Thomas, Jameer Nelson Jr. and Tacko Fall. Each deal incentivizes the player to join the Sixers' G League affiliate, the Delaware Blue Coats, if he does not make the roster.
Miami is looking for backcourt depth behind Davion Mitchell after adding Giannis Antetokounmpo, Klay Thompson and Tim Hardaway Jr. Heat insider Ira Winderman reports D'Angelo Russell could be an option if he works out a buyout with Memphis.
A proposed deal would send New Orleans forward Herbert Jones and Croatian big man Karlo Matkovic to Los Angeles for Dalton Knecht and Jaden Hardy. The Lakers would use a trade exception and a non-taxpayer midlevel slot to absorb the incoming salaries, meaning New Orleans avoids adding payroll.
A trade idea built on the FanSpo simulator would send Devin Booker to the Celtics in exchange for Paul George heading to Phoenix. The tool projects roughly a five-win swing in Boston's favor, pairing Booker with Jayson Tatum but weakening the defense George currently provides.
