LeBron James is officially heading to Philadelphia. DeHave James has agreed to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers on a two-year, $8 million contract that includes a player option, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The move ends weeks of speculation surrounding James and gives Philadelphia another superstar as it prepares to chase an NBA championship. The move also officially ends James’ time with the Los Angeles Lakers. James spent eight seasons in Los Angeles and helped lead

Derrick Rose is back on the cover of NBA 2K. 2K The Chicago Bulls legend has officially been named one of the cover athletes for NBA 2K27, appearing on the limited-time Ultra Edition of the game. Rose joins San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama and Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark as this year’s three cover athletes. For Rose, the cover is another way to celebrate a career that made him one of the most exciting point guards of his generation. The Chicago native was select

The blockbuster trade sending Kawhi Leonard from the Los Angeles Clippers back to the Toronto Raptors has been put on hold while the NBA completes its investigation into the Clippers. NBA The Raptors announced Thursday that the deal will not become official until the league finishes its probe into allegations that the Clippers may have violated salary cap rules. The NBA's investigation centers on claims that Leonard received a lucrative endorsement agreement through the now-b

The Washington Wizards and Utah Jazz will open the 2026 NBA Summer League in one of the most anticipated matchups of the event, as the top two picks in the 2026 NBA Draft face off for the first time. Salt Lake Tribune Washington's No. 1 overall pick, AJ Dybantsa, headlines the Wizards' Summer League roster and will make his highly anticipated debut against Utah's No. 2 overall selection, Darryn Peterson. The game tips off Thursday night in Las Vegas and is expected to be one

The New York Knicks are expected to have their franchise star back well before the start of next season after guard Jalen Brunson underwent surgery on his left wrist Tuesday. Orlando Sentinel The surgery is viewed as a preventative offseason procedure rather than a long-term concern, allowing Brunson to fully recover after helping lead the Knicks to their first NBA championship in decades. With several months remaining before the 2026-27 NBA season begins, the Knicks are opti

The Cleveland Cavaliers have secured the future of their franchise, agreeing to a four-year, $273 million maximum contract extension with All-NBA guard Donovan Mitchell. NBA The new deal, confirmed Tuesday, includes a player option for the 2030-31 season and a full trade kicker, ensuring Mitchell remains the centerpiece of Cleveland's championship aspirations for years to come. The extension replaces the final year of his previous contract and represents the second long-term

The Boston Celtics are committing to their future in the frontcourt, exercising center Neemias Queta's team option for the 2026-27 season before signing him to a fully guaranteed four-year, $56 million contract extension. NBA Queta earned the new deal after a breakout 2025-26 season in which he emerged as Boston's starting center. The 7-footer averaged 10.2 points, 8.4 rebounds and 1.3 blocks while shooting 65.3% from the field across 76 games, finishing fourth in NBA Most Im

Former NBA guard Malik Beasley pleaded not guilty Wednesday to federal charges alleging he manipulated his on-court performance to benefit sports bettors as part of a wide-ranging gambling investigation. Bing Guan / Getty Images Beasley appeared in federal court in Brooklyn, where his attorney entered the not guilty plea on his behalf. Federal prosecutors allege Beasley intentionally altered his performance in multiple games while playing for the Milwaukee Bucks during the 20

The Boston Celtics have officially ended the Jaylen Brown era, trading the five-time All-Star and 2024 NBA Finals MVP to the Philadelphia 76ers in one of the biggest moves of the NBA offseason. Charles Krupa / AP According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Boston acquired veteran forward Paul George, two first-round draft picks and two second-round picks in exchange for Brown. The draft compensation includes a 2028 first-round pick that could convert into a favorable pick swap, an un

The Los Angeles Lakers have added another key piece to their revamped roster, agreeing to a two-year, $19 million deal with veteran guard Collin Sexton. NBA Sexton joins Los Angeles after splitting the 2025-26 season between the Charlotte Hornets and the Chicago Bulls, averaging 15.4 points and 3.3 assists while shooting an efficient 48.5% from the field and 40.1% from three-point range. The 27-year-old provides the Lakers with another reliable scoring option in the backcourt

According to a report from Bleacher Report, there is growing speculation that James will allow a documentary crew to follow him throughout the 2026-27 season, potentially capturing his final year in the league. Kenneth Richmond Getty Images The report comes as James' future has become one of the biggest storylines of the NBA offseason. While he has not officially announced that the 2026-27 campaign will be his last, multiple reports indicate the 41-year-old is preparing for w

It is being reported that the Toronto Raptors and the Los Angeles Clippers have come to an agreement to ship Kawhi Leonard back to the Toronto Raptors. The trade will see Brandon Ingram Gradey Dick, and multiple first round picks in exchange for the aging Leonard. Leonard did have some of his best seasons in LA averaging 25.1 points, 6.4 rebounds and 4.1 assists per game. He made four All-Star teams and received MVP votes three times, though never finished higher than fifth i

The San Antonio Spurs are keeping one of their breakout contributors in the fold, agreeing to a new three-year, $45 million contract with forward Julian Champagnie. ESPN Champagnie averaged career highs of 11.1 points, 5.8 rebounds and 1.5 assists while appearing in all 82 regular-season games. He also shot 38.1% from three-point range and set a Spurs franchise record with 195 made three-pointers during the regular season. He continued his strong play in the postseason, help

The NBA landscape changed this week as Giannis Antetokounmpo's time with the Milwaukee Bucks came to an end in a blockbuster trade that sends the two-time MVP to the Miami Heat. AP According to reports, Miami acquired Giannis and Bobby Portis, while Milwaukee received Tyler Herro, Kel'el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kasparas Jakučionis, the No. 13 overall pick, multiple future first-round picks, a pick swap, and a second-round selection. While the trade package is massive, the rea

The wait is finally over in New York. Darren Abate/AP For the first time since 1973, the New York Knicks are NBA champions. The Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on Saturday night, clinching the series 4-1 and bringing the Larry O'Brien Trophy back to Madison Square Garden. In a game that embodied the grit and toughness that defined New York's season, the Knicks relied on defense, rebounding, and clutch shot-making to close out the series

The Minnesota Timberwolves have officially entered a new chapter. The franchise unveiled a complete rebrand for the 2026-27 NBA season, introducing new uniforms, an updated logo, and redesigned court graphics that blend the team's history with a modern look. The announcement was made at Target Center in front of thousands of fans eager to see the Wolves' fresh identity. NBA.Com The new uniforms pay tribute to some of the most beloved eras in Timberwolves history. Minnesota's

For years basketball fans have been speculating as to when current Lakers star Lebron James may call it quit. For James if he chooses to play another season he will be 41 going into the season and enter his 24th season in the league if he chooses to play. (Kenneth Richmond/Getty Images) For anyone sticking in any career for 23 years is impressive especially with one such as a pro athlete. For LeBron, the reasons to stay in the game are dwindling down as he has shattered numer

Stephen Curry has secured a new home for his signature brand by entering into a long-term shoe and apparel partnership with the Chinese sportswear giant Li-Ning. This agreement represents a significant change in the basketball sneaker industry and concludes Curry's months-long quest for a new footwear partner following his separation from Under Armour in late 2025. Brad Penner-Imagn Images The agreement enables Curry to keep running Curry Brand and broaden its global presence

The 2026 NBA Finals will feature two franchises looking to add another championship banner, but they arrive in very different ways. Brad Penner IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect The New York Knicks enter the Finals after a dominant Eastern Conference run, sweeping the Cleveland Cavaliers in the conference finals. New York's physical defense, rebounding, and balanced scoring have made them one of the league's toughest teams to beat. The Knicks have embraced a blue-collar ident

The stage is set. After the Spurs dominated Oklahoma City 118-91 in Game 6 to erase a 3-2 series deficit, the Western Conference Finals will come down to a winner-take-all Game 7 on Saturday night in Oklahoma City. The winner advances to face the New York Knicks in the NBA Finals. (Kirby Lee/ Images) Game 7 features a major storyline with SGA facing off against Wembanyama, as they are the star players for their respective teams. In Game 6, Wembanyama outperformed SGA with an