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• Lakers’ Luka Doncic ‘Made It Clear’ He Wanted To Play With Marcus Smart
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic “made it clear” he wanted to play with Marcus Smart, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. Smart has agreed to a contract buyout with the Washington Wizards and plans to sign a two-year, $11 million deal with the Lakers after clearing waivers. Smart played for the Memphis Grizzlies and Wizards last season. […] The post Laker...2025
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• Marcus Smart To Join Lakers After Buyout With Wizards
Marcus Smart has reached an agreement on a buyout with the Wizards and plans to join the Lakers once he clears waivers, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link). Smart’s contract with L.A. will be worth $11MM over two years, Charania adds. More to come …...2025
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• Marcus Smart Plans To Sign With Lakers After Getting Bought Out By Wizards
Marcus Smart plans to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers after getting bought out by the Washington Wizards, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. Luka Doncic recruited Smart to the Lakers. Smart, a three-time All-Defense first team guard, will have a player option on his new Lakers deal to enter a more flush 2026 free […] The post Marcus Smart Plans To Sign With Lakers After Gettin...2025
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• Marcus Smart agrees to buyout with Wizards, will sign 2-year, $11 million deal with Lakers: Report
Marcus Smart and the Washington Wizards have agreed to a buyout, with Smart planning to sign a two-year, $11 million deal with the Lakers once he clears waivers, ESPN's Shams Charania reported on Saturday....2025
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• Bulls, Yuki Kawamura Agree To Two-Way Deal

The Bulls will be making a change to one of their two-way contract slots, according to Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link), who reports that free agent point guard Yuki Kawamura has agreed to a two-way deal with the team. Chicago doesn’t currently have a two-way opening, with Jahmir Young, Emanuel Miller, and second-round pick […]...2025
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• NBA Executives Monitoring Trae Young’s Status With Hawks
NBA executives have been “closely watching and monitoring” the long-term status of Atlanta Hawks star point guard Trae Young, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. “Executives in Las Vegas were closely watching and monitoring the future and status of Atlanta’s Trae Young,” Charania reported during a Friday appearance on NBA Today. Trae Young Eligible To Sign [R...2025
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• Trail Blazers’ Damian Lillard Expected To Miss Entire 2025-26 NBA Season
Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard is expected to miss the entire 2025-26 NBA season rehabbing his torn left Achilles tendon, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. Lillard signed a three-year, $42 million contract with the Trail Blazers. He will be around his children while he recovers from his leg injury. “Damian Lillard is […] The post Trail Blazers’ D...2025
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• Grading Damian Lillard’s $42 million reunion with Trail Blazers in NBA free agency

Damian Lillard is back with the Blazers. Let’s grade this free agent signing for the player and the team. Damian Lillard is going back to the place he never wanted to leave. Lillard has agreed to the three-year, $42 million deal with the Portland Trail Blazers in free agency, according to insider Shams Charania. The 35-year-old guard will be out all of next season as he rehabs a torn Achilles suf...2025
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• Mavs’ Dereck Lively Undergoes Right Foot Procedure
Mavericks center Dereck Lively recently underwent surgery to clean up bone spurs in his right foot, according to reports from Marc Stein of The Stein Line and Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter links). Lively was in a walking boot following the procedure, but has since gotten out of that boot, tweets Stein. According to Charania, […]...2025
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• Sixers Forward Paul George Undergoes Knee Surgery After Workout Injury
Sixers forward Paul George underwent an arthroscopic procedure on his left knee Monday to treat an injury suffered during a recent workout, ESPN’s Shams Charania tweets. George will now begin a rehab program and be re-evaluated prior to start of training camp, Charania adds. More to come…...2025
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• Barry’s Thoughts & Jots: From Browns alternate helmets to the new Dawg Pound to trading David Njoku; add your thoughts in the comment section

Brook Park Not a lot going on but a lot could be right around the corner for the Browns The season is fast approaching. Seems like last week, everyone was talking about whether the Kansas City Chiefs could win their third straight Super Bowl. And since the Philadelphia Eagles took KC to the woodshed instead, now the topic has turned to the Eagles being the next dynasty team. RELATED: NFL...2025
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• LeBron James Responding To Lakers' Signals They're Moving On From Him After 2025-26

LeBron James understands the Los Angeles Lakers' decision to pivot to building around Luka Doncic given the fact one player is nearing retirement and the other is in the middle of his prime. However, nuance was sometimes lost during the transition as the organization made clear their priorities had changed. The Lakers acquired Doncic in a February trade for Anthony Davis, signaling a shift away fr...2025
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• Anthony Davis Undergoes Eye Surgery
Anthony Davis quietly played through more than just an abdominal injury last season. The Mavericks star underwent a procedure this summer to repair a detached retina, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. “Anthony Davis underwent a procedure to repair a detached retina that he suffered during the season,” Charania reported. “Davis played through multiple hits to […] The post Anthony Davis Unde...2025
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• Thunder, Chet Holmgren Agree To Max Five-Year Extension

Thunder big man Chet Holmgren has agreed to a fully-guaranteed, five-year maximum rookie contract extension that could reach $250MM, ESPN’s Shams Charania reports (Twitter link). Holmgren’s first-year salary under the extension is 25% of the projected $165MM salary cap, ESPN’s Bobby Marks tweets. The second pick of the 2022 draft, Holmgren has battled through injuries […]...2025
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• When Is Anthony Davis Coming Back? Shams Charania Drops Crucial Update on Mavericks Star’s Retina Injury
NBA insider Shams Charania has dropped a major update on Anthony Davis, the Dallas Mavericks big man who suffered a retina injury....2025
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• Mavericks’ Anthony Davis Recovering From Retina Procedure, Expected Back For Camp

Dallas Mavericks star big man Anthony Davis has undergone a procedure to repair a detached retina but is expected to be fully ready for training camp, per a report from ESPN’s Shams Charania. The timeline for when the injury occurred remains unclear. However, Charania noted that Davis played through “multiple hits to the face” last […] The post Mavericks’ Anthony Davis Recovering From ...2025
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• Gilgeous-Alexander Gives Thunder Teammates Luxurious Gift Basket For MVP Win
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander provided his Oklahoma City Thunder teammates with a luxurious gift basket to celebrate his MVP award win. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported the news. This was the first time in his career that Gilgeous-Alexander has won the award. Based on the the items in the gift basket, you can be assured his teammates will […] The post Gilgeous-Alexander Gives Thunder Teammates...2025
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• Spurs’ Gregg Popovich Home From Hospital After Suffering Medical Scare At Restaurant
San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich was taken to a hospital after a medical incident at a restaurant on Tuesday night but is now home and doing well, a source told ESPN’s Shams Charania on Friday. Gregg Popovich Suffered A Mild Stroke In November The Spurs moved 38-year-old assistant Mitch Johnson into the head […] The post Spurs’ Gregg Popovich Home From Hospital After S...2025
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• Western Notes: Popovich, Durant, Rockets, Thompson, Randle, DiVincenzo
Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich, who spent most of the season away from the team while recovering from a stroke, was taken to a hospital on Tuesday following a medical incident at a restaurant, as first reported by TMZ and confirmed by Shams Charania of ESPN. According to TMZ, Popovich was taken out of the […]...2025
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• Ja Morant Makes Finger-Gun Gesture Again Hours After NBA Warning

Ja Morant risked further disciplinary action from the NBA after repeating a gun-mimicking celebration during Thursday's 110-108 victory over the Miami Heat, just hours after receiving a league warning for a similar gesture. Morant made the gesture with his hands, right arm fully extended and left hand in a gun pose, after hitting a 25-foot three-pointer with 7:51 remaining in the first quarter. Th...2025
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• Lakers Want LeBron James To Mentor Luka Doncic

The future of LeBron James with the Los Angeles Lakers came into question following the team's trade for Luka Doncic, but all sides appear to want him to remain with the franchise. James could even be a mentor for Doncic, particularly in light of concerns the Dallas Mavericks had on his diet and conditioning. "There's not going to a move for LeBron James out of Los Angeles right now as far as eve...2025
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• Pelicans ‘fully anticipate’ Zion Williamson will play this season?
More than two months after New Orleans rookie Zion Williamson underwent knee surgery, the star rookie continues to make progress in his rehabilitation and the Pelicans reportedly still expect him to make his debut this season. According to The Athletic’s Shams Charania, Williamson is scheduled to begin contact drills within the next two weeks, a key step in his recovery from surgery on his torn me...2019
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• Everything You Need to Know from Day 3 of 2015 NBA Free Agency
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"The Dallas Mavericks are trading Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis and a 2029 first-round pick, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania."

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"Shams Charania recently appeared on NBA Today to discuss the Warriors’ pursuit of a big trade, which prompted Michael Wilbon and Kendrick Perkins to suggest James as their target."

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"— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) May 6,."

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"The news that Warriors fans have been waiting for was reported by Shams Charania."

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"Shams Charania of The Athletic broke the news on Twitter on Monday: PJ Tucker is signing a two-year, $15 million deal with Miami, sources tell @TheAthletic @Stadium."

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"The Los Angeles Lakers and Los Angeles Clippers have voted to boycott the season, per Shams Charania of The Athletic."

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"James Wiseman, a potential candidate to go first overall in next June’s NBA Draft, has decided to leave Memphis and prepare for his forthcoming professional career, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports."

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"The LA Clippers have agreed to trade Blake Griffin to the Detroit Pistons, according to reports from David Aldridge of TNT, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN and Shams Charania of Yahoo."

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"The one-time league MVP is set to sign with the defending Eastern Conference champion Cavaliers according to The Vertical's Shams Charania."

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"The Vertical's Shams Charania also reported Wesley Johnson agreed to a three-year, $18 million deal with the team."

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" Yahoo Sports' Shams Charania and Adrian Wojnarowski reported Fisher is in fact considering legal action but has yet to file charges."

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" According to Real GM's Shams Charania, the Lakers are the lead suitors for small forward Quincy Miller, whom the Denver Nuggets jettisoned from the roster before the start of this season: Quincy Miller has several inquiries since becoming free agent, with the Los Angeles Lakers as leading suitors, league sources tell RealGM."

• Lakers’ Luka Doncic ‘Made It Clear’ He Wanted To Play With Marcus Smart
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• Marcus Smart To Join Lakers After Buyout With Wizards
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• Bulls, Yuki Kawamura Agree To Two-Way Deal
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• Trae Young's Contract Status Being Closely Monitored Across NBA

Trae Young is eligible for a contract extension with the Atlanta Hawks this offseason, which is something executives across the NBA are paying attention to ahead of his potential free agency in 2026. Young played a key role in the Hawks' offseason and also was at Vegas Summer League. Young can sign for up to $222 million over four seasons. "Executives in Las Vegas are closely watching and monitori...2025
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• Celtics, Timberwolves Offered Contract To Damian Lillard
The Boston Celtics and Minnesota Timberwolves offered contracts to Damian Lillard, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. However, Lillard chose to sign a three-year, $42 million contract with the Portland Trail Blazers. The future Hall of Famer now gets to rehab his left Achilles tear while being around his kids. “Boston, Minnesota, dozens of other […] The post Celtics, Timb...2025
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• Trail Blazers’ Damian Lillard Expected To Miss Entire 2025-26 NBA Season
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• Damian Lillard Had Offers From 'Dozens' Of Teams, Expected To Miss Entire 2025-26 Season

Damian Lillard had offers from "dozens" of teams around the league before signing a three-year deal with the Portland Trail Blazers, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. "Boston, Minnesota, dozens of other teams had minimum and mid-level exception offers out to Damian Lillard in the last several weeks," said Charania. Lillard, general manager Joe Cronin, and head coach Chauncey Billups met at Lil...2025
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• Damian Lillard Signs Three-Year Deal to Return to Trail Blazers
Damian Lillard is heading back to Portland. The nine-time All-Star has agreed to a three-year, $42 million contract with the Trail Blazers, sources told ESPN’s Shams Charania on Thursday. Lillard’s new deal includes a player option for the 2027-28 season and a no-trade clause, making him one of only two active NBA players with such […] The post Damian Lillard Signs Three-Year Deal to Return ...2025
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• Damian Lillard Set For Reunion With Portland Trail Blazers
Nine-time All-Star Damian Lillard is set to make a return to the Portland Trail Blazers on a three-year, $42 million contract. ESPN’s Shams Charania was first to report. Lillard is expected to have a player option in 2027-28 as well as a no-trade clause. He was stretched and waived by the Milwaukee Bucks a couple […] The post Damian Lillard Set For Reunion With Portland Trail Blazers a...2025
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• Grading Damian Lillard’s $42 million reunion with Trail Blazers in NBA free agency
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• James Harden Was 'Focal Point' In Recruiting Bradley Beal To Clippers

James Harden played a central role in recruiting Bradley Beal to the Los Angeles Clippers, sources told Shams Charania of ESPN. "I'm told James Harden was a focal point in recruiting Bradley Beal internally but also speaking directly to Beal and his camp," said Charania. "The Clippers really view Bradley Beal as a perfect fit alongside Kawhi Leonard and James Harden." Beal signed a two-year, $11 m...2025
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• Cole Anthony Agrees To Buyout With Grizzlies, Will Sign One-Year Deal With Bucks

Cole Anthony has agreed to a contract buyout with the Memphis Grizzlies, sources told Shams Charania of ESPN. Anthony is set to sign a one-year deal with the Bucks after he clears waivers. Anthony was sent to the Grizzlies as part of the Desmond Bane trade with the Magic. Anthony averaged 12.5 points, 4.3 assists and 3.8 rebounds in his five seasons with the Magic. The buyout gives the Grizzlies...2025
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• Thunder Lock In Jalen Williams With 5-Year Max Extension
Jalen Williams is staying in Oklahoma City for the long haul. The Thunder have signed the 24-year-old forward to a five-year maximum rookie contract extension that could be worth as much as $287 million, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Williams is coming off a breakout season where he averaged 21.6 points, 5.3 rebounds, 5.1 assists […] The post Thunder Lock In Jalen Williams With 5-Year ...2025
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• Spurs, Jordan McLaughlin Agree To One-Year, $3M Deal

The San Antonio Spurs re-signed Jordan McLaughlin to a one-year, $3 million deal, his agent told Shams Charania of ESPN. The Spurs acquired McLaughlin from the Kings last season as part of the De'Aaron Fox trade. McLaughlin appeared in 18 games for the Spurs, averaging 2.5 points and 1.5 assists. The Spurs now have two open roster spots....2025
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• Jordan McLaughlin To Re-Sign With Spurs
Jordan McLaughlin will return to the Spurs on a one-year, $3MM contract, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link). The 29-year-old point guard was acquired from Sacramento in February as part of the De’Aaron Fox deal. He saw limited playing time in 18 games after the trade, averaging 2.5 points and 1.5 assists in […]...2025
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• Sixers To Waive Two-Way Forward Alex Reese, Sign Dominick Barlow
The Sixers are waiving two-way forward Alex Reese, Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype tweets. That will make room for Dominick Barlow, as the Sixers are adding him on a two-way deal, ESPN’s Shams Charania tweets. Reese appeared in 14 games with Philadelphia last season, averaging 5.3 points and 3.3 rebounds in 15.3 minutes per game. […]...2025
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• Thunder To Re-Sign Branden Carlson On Two-Way Deal
The defending champion Thunder are re-signing free agent big man Branden Carlson to a two-way contract, agent Ross Aroyo tells Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link). Carlson appeared in 32 games as rookie last season with the Thunder, averaging 3.7 points and 1.7 rebounds in 7.7 minutes per contest. The 26-year-old was given a qualifying […]...2025
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• Grading NBA 3-team trade between Clippers, Heat, Jazz

Photo by Harry How/Getty Images Let’s grade the NBA’s latest three-team trade involving multiple starters. NBA free agency has died down since the initial flood of signings last week, but teams will still be jockeying to improve themselves for the present and future throughout the rest of the summer. The Los Angeles Clippers, Miami Heat, and Utah Jazz found enough common ground to agree to...2025
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• Chris Paul Considering Bucks, Clippers, Suns

Chris Paul is believed to be deciding between the Los Angeles Clippers, Phoenix Suns and Milwaukee Bucks in free agency. Paul is coming off a one-year, $11 million deal he signed with the San Antonio Spurs during the 2024 offseason. Paul played in all 82 games for the Spurs. Paul previously played for both the Clippers and Suns, while he would have the opportunity to reunite with Doc Rivers if he ...2025
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• Celtics, Timberwolves Offered Contract To Damian Lillard
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• Damian Lillard Had Offers From 'Dozens' Of Teams, Expected To Miss Entire 2025-26 Season
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• LeBron James Responding To Lakers' Signals They're Moving On From Him After 2025-26
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• Jalen Williams, Thunder Have ‘Momentum’ Toward Extension

After agreeing to extend Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren since the new league year began, the Thunder will now “fully focus” on getting a contract extension done with star wing Jalen Williams, ESPN’s Shams Charania said during a Wednesday appearance on NBA Today (YouTube link). “There is momentum in those conversations with the Thunder between […]...2025
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• Jalen Williams, Thunder Have Momentum On Contract Extension

Jalen Williams and the Oklahoma City Thunder are expected to come to agreement soon on a contract extension following the team's deals for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren. Williams is represented by Bill Duffy, who also is the agent of Holmgren. "I'm told now the Thunder are going to fully focus on finishing up Jaylen Williams, their All-NBA star guard-forward," said Shams Charania on We...2025
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• Shams Charania says LeBron James and the Lakers are having a ‘moment of truth’ this offseason
The 2024-25 season was LeBron James’ 22nd year in the NBA and his seventh with the Lakers. At 40 years old, James is a 21-time all-star, five-time NBA champion, and the league’s all-time leading scorer. At the start of last season, LeBron James was still the centerpiece of the Lakers’ franchise. That all changed when […] The post Shams Charania says LeBron James and the La...2025
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• LeBron James, Lakers Reaching 'Moment Of Truth'

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers are reaching a "moment of truth" in their relationship this offseason, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. "LeBron James understands the Lakers are prioritizing the future...that really centers around Luka Doncic. And, he knows, they're going to go younger at different points. They are really prioritizing two year contracts," said Charania. James picked up...2025
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• Shams Charania: 'Hard' To Stop Tipping Picks During First NBA Draft With ESPN

NBA insider Shams Charania covered his first NBA Draft for ESPN on Wednesday night, marking a significant shift in his approach to breaking news during the live broadcast. The longtime reporter, who joined ESPN earlier this year, chose not to "tip" draft picks on social media before commissioner Adam Silver announced them-a departure from his previous years of real-time reporting when working for ...2025
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• Luka Doncic Reacts To Lakers Ownership Sale

According to Shams Charania of ESPN, the Buss family is entering an agreement to sell majority ownership of the Los Angeles Lakers to Mark Walter for $10 billion. Jeanie Buss, though, will continue to serve in her role as Governor after the sale. Dr. Jerry Buss bought the Lakers from Jack Kent Cooke in 1979 […] The post Luka Doncic Reacts To Lakers Ownership Sale appeared first on Hoop...2025
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• Sources: Mavs trading Luka to Lakers for AD, pick
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• Report: Lakers, Clippers vote to boycott the season
The Los Angeles Lakers and Los Angeles Clippers have voted to boycott the season, per Shams Charania of The Athletic. The Milwaukee Bucks boycotted Game 5 against the Orlando Magic on Wednesday in the wake of the Jacob Blake shooting in Wisconsin. The other two games were postponed as well, including the Lakers-Portland Trail Blazers […] The post Report: Lakers, Clippers vote to boycott the ...2020
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• Matt Barnes and Derek Fisher Reportedly Involved in Physical Altercation
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• Brandon Bass to Lakers: Latest Contract Details, Comments, Reaction
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• Josh Smith to Clippers: Latest Contract Details, Comments and Reaction
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• Wesley Johnson to Clippers: Latest Contract Details, Comments and Reaction
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• Spurs Need Revitalized Manu Ginobili in 2015-16
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• Klay Thompson cleared for Warriors return vs. Cavs
The long wait is finally over for Klay Thompson. After a two-year absence, the Golden State Warriors star will make his return against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday night. The news that Warriors fans have been waiting for was reported by Shams Charania. Warriors All-Star Klay Thompson is expected to return Sunday vs. Cleveland at […] The post Klay Thompson cleared for Warriors return vs....2022
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• Dallas Mavericks take bad spotlight from Dallas Cowboys with Luka Doncic trade

Jerome Miron-Imagn Images The Mavericks have outdone the Cowboys and lately that is not a good thing. It has been a very long year and change for the Dallas Cowboys. From the moment the Cowboys lost to the Green Bay Packers in the Wild Card Round of last season’s playoffs, just about anything and everything they have done has been met with disaster and chaos. The hope is certainly that the...2025
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• Jack Cooley to Cavaliers: Latest Contract Details, Comments and Reaction
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• Grading Damian Lillard’s $42 million reunion with Trail Blazers in NBA free agency
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• Mavericks Big Man Dereck Lively II Undergoes Foot Surgery
Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II underwent a successful procedure to remove bone spurs from his right foot, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania and NBA insider Marc Stein. The 21-year-old big man is expected to recover in time for training camp later this year. Lively, entering his third NBA season, has already dealt with his […] The post Mavericks Big Man Dereck Lively II Undergoes F...2025
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• Sixers Forward Paul George Undergoes Knee Surgery After Workout Injury
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• Cavaliers Extend President Koby Altman Through 2029-30 Season
Cleveland Cavaliers president of basketball operations Koby Altman received a contract extension that runs through the 2029-30 season, sources informed ESPN’s Shams Charania on Monday. Altman’s representative, Bret Just of WME Basketball, finalized terms with the franchise on a new deal before the 2025 playoffs, said sources close to the team. Koby Altman, His Front […] The post ...2025
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• LeBron James Responding To Lakers' Signals They're Moving On From Him After 2025-26
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• Phoenix’s Devin Booker signed a historic two-year, $145 million maximum contract extension
Despite the team changing around him, Devin Booker remains committed to the Phoenix Suns. The 2024-25 season was his 10th year with the team. Phoenix has made four playoff appearances in that span, including a trip to the NBA Finals. Late on Wednesday evening, ESPN’s Shams Charania announced that Devin Booker is signing a massive […] The post Phoenix’s Devin Booker signed a his...2025
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• Jalen Williams, Thunder Have Momentum On Contract Extension
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• Anthony Davis Undergoes Eye Surgery, Expected To Return For Mavs Camp
Dallas Mavericks superstar Anthony Davis underwent a procedure to repair a detached retina that he suffered during the 2024-25 season, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Tuesday. Anthony Davis Will Be Ready For Training Camp Davis is expected to be healthy in time for training camp, his first with the Mavs since being dealt to Dallas in […] The post Anthony Davis Undergoes Eye Surgery, Exp...2025
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• Mavericks’ Anthony Davis Recovering From Retina Procedure, Expected Back For Camp
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• Grading Damian Lillard’s $42 million reunion with Trail Blazers in NBA free agency
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• LeBron James Responding To Lakers' Signals They're Moving On From Him After 2025-26
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• Giannis Antetokounmpo Says 'We'll See' On Remaining With Bucks

Giannis Antetokounmpo spoke about his future with the Milwaukee Bucks during a YouTube livestream with iShowSpeed in which he was non-committal either way, which supports the reporting from ESPN's Shams Charania that the superstar is evaluating his options this offseason. The Bucks gambled on a future that continues to include Antetokounmpo when they decided to use the waive-and-stretch provision ...2025
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• Pacers Trade Draft Picks for 7’1” Center To Fill Glaring Need After Myles Turner’s Shocking Free Agency Departure
Shams Charania breaks news of a Pacers trade to address the glaring roster hole created by Myles Turner's shocking departure in free agency....2025
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• Multiple Teams Inquire About LeBron James' Availability As Situation Continues To Be Monitored

LeBron James opted into his final contract year with the Los Angeles Lakers worth $52.6 million, but his future remains unclear following cryptic comments from his agent and a lack of any response at all from the team. The situation has become one of the biggest topics within NBA teams despite James not being a free agent. James chose to collect his guaranteed money and maintain his no-trade claus...2025
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• Bucks shockingly waive Damian Lillard after two seasons in order to acquire Myles Turner
This offseason, all the talk surrounding the Bucks has involved two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo. There were rumors that he could leave Milwaukee. Never once was Damian Lillard’s name brought up until Tuesday, July 1. ESPN’s Shams Charania announced the Milwaukee Bucks are waiving PG Damian Lillard and stretching the remaining $113 million on his contract. […] The post Bucks ...2025
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• The latest LeBron James news raises more questions than it answers

Photo by Zach Beeker/NBAE via Getty Images LeBron James is definitely, probably, maybe not demanding the Lakers trade him, according to the latest comments from his agent, Rich Paul. Normally, a player opting into a contract would be a pretty cut-and-dry piece of news signifying that they are remaining with their current team. As he has been wont to do throughout his career, however, LeBro...2025
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• WATCH: NBA Insider Shams Charania Reveals Giannis Antetokounmpo Is ‘Closely Observing’ Bucks’ Moves As He Weighs Future
ESPN's Shams Charania provides insight into Giannis Antetokounmpo's mindset amid growing speculation that he's contemplating a trade request....2025
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• Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Speculation Still Lingers: Report
Giannis Antetokounmpo trade talk may have cooled, but it hasn’t gone cold. There are currently no ongoing trade talks, according to NBC Sports’ Kurt Helin. Antetokounmpo has not requested a trade, and the Milwaukee Bucks have no plans to move him. Yet, whispers about the former MVP’s future refuse to disappear entirely. ESPN’s Shams Charania […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Spe...2025
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• NBA Insider Shams Charania Provides Latest On Nikola Jokic Trade Rumors After Nuggets Owner’s Bizarre Comments
NBA insider Shams Charania breaks down Denver Nuggets owner Josh Kroenke's shocking comments about potentially trading superstar Nikola Jokic....2025
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