Watson weighing qualifying offer with Denver
Peyton Watson is considering accepting the Nuggets' qualifying offer rather than pursuing a long-term deal now.
Peyton Watson is considering accepting the Nuggets' qualifying offer rather than pursuing a long-term deal now.
Matisse Thybulle joined the Lakers in free agency on a veteran minimum deal after seeing his role shrink in Portland. He was a two-time All-Defensive selection with Philadelphia but has struggled to stay on the floor, playing just 45 games in each of the past two seasons.
Marc Stein reports Dallas has turned away trade inquiries on Kyrie Irving and expects him to open next season with the Mavericks as he completes his ACL recovery.
LeBron James signed a two-year deal worth about $7.9 million with Philadelphia, ending eight seasons with the Lakers, his longest run with any franchise. Lakers executive Rob Pelinka called that stretch "a great era."
With LeBron James' own situation settled, several notable free agents remain unsigned as clubs round out their rosters. James Harden, Draymond Green and Jalen Duren are among the players linked to potential deals.
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope is expected to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers after agreeing to a buyout with the Memphis Grizzlies, according to ESPN sources. The veteran guard would add perimeter shooting and defense to Philadelphia's rotation. The move has been reported but not yet formally completed.
LeBron James has decided to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers, a move that tilts the league's balance of power further toward the Eastern Conference. The accompanying conference power rankings measure Philadelphia's new-look roster against contenders such as the Knicks and Celtics. Contract details were not specified.
According to CBS Sports, LeBron James' contract with Philadelphia would pay him $3,876,529 in 2026-27, a figure below his rookie-year salary from 2003-04.
With LeBron James reportedly agreeing to sign with the 76ers, questions turn to what comes next for his son. Bronny James remains under contract with the Lakers, for now, though his situation could change.
LeBron James discussed why he chose to sign with the 76ers, saying he seriously considered retiring first. James indicated he ultimately wanted another opportunity to chase a championship in Philadelphia. The comments come from James himself rather than an insider report.
Golden State would take on Anthony Davis from Washington, per Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, though the Warriors have told Jimmy Butler he is not being traded and are wary of a four-year, $212 million extension for Davis.
LeBron James remains undecided, with Cleveland, Miami, Philadelphia and Golden State framed as the favorites, and part of the holdup is said to be how he would fit on each roster.
LeBron James' extended free agency has left prediction markets cashing in on the uncertainty while the NBA's schedule makers wait, the two parties going crazy for very different reasons. No destination has been settled.
A ranking of LeBron James' remaining free agency suitors sorts them by which team suffers the most if he signs elsewhere. Minnesota, Philadelphia, Miami, Cleveland and Golden State are named as clubs still in the running while James takes his time on a decision, which has yet to be reported.
Boston has signed Jordan Walsh to a contract extension. No terms disclosed.