Kawhi Leonard Traded to Raptors as NBA Punishes Clippers
Kawhi Leonard returns to Toronto in agreed trade with Clippers as NBA strips L.A. of five first-round picks over $28M salary-cap violation probe.
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See all- ▪Isiah Thomas Rejoins Knicks Board in MSG Corporate Split
- ▪Clippers Consider Lawsuit, Restraining Order Over NBA Penalties
- ▪Knicks, Karl-Anthony Towns Extension Talks Stall Before Camp
- ▪Kawhi Leonard, Raptors Agree to Two-Year $115M Extension
- ▪Jazz Center Jusuf Nurkic Out at Least Four Weeks With Foot Injury
- ▪Anthony Davis to Weigh Wizards Future After 2026-27 Season
- ▪Clippers Send Kawhi Leonard to Raptors in Official Blockbuster Trade
- ▪Brandon Ingram Achilles Injury Delays Clippers Debut After Trade
- ▪Michael Jordan's Last Dance Jersey Sells for Record $12.3M
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Isiah Thomas Rejoins Knicks Board in MSG Corporate Split
Isiah Thomas rejoins the New York Knicks on the board of the newly formed MSG Knickerbockers Corp as MSG Sports splits the Knicks and Rangers into separate companies.
Clippers Consider Lawsuit, Restraining Order Over NBA Penalties
Steve Ballmer and the Clippers are weighing a lawsuit and restraining order against the NBA after harsh penalties including five lost first-round picks.
Knicks, Karl-Anthony Towns Extension Talks Stall Before Camp
Karl-Anthony Towns and the Knicks have stalled on a four-year, $276M extension, with no deal expected before training camp despite cordial talks.
Kawhi Leonard, Raptors Agree to Two-Year $115M Extension
Kawhi Leonard and the Toronto Raptors agreed to a two-year, $115M extension with a player option for 2028-29 after his trade from the Clippers.
Jazz Center Jusuf Nurkic Out at Least Four Weeks With Foot Injury
Utah Jazz center Jusuf Nurkic will miss at least four weeks with a partial plantar plate tear in his right foot suffered in Sunday's preseason opener.
Anthony Davis to Weigh Wizards Future After 2026-27 Season
Anthony Davis said he will play out the 2026-27 season with the Wizards before deciding on his $62.8M player option and long-term future in Washington.
Clippers Send Kawhi Leonard to Raptors in Official Blockbuster Trade
Kawhi Leonard officially heads to Toronto as Clippers acquire Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick and multiple picks after NBA salary-cap investigation.
Brandon Ingram Achilles Injury Delays Clippers Debut After Trade
Brandon Ingram's partially torn left Achilles will delay his Clippers debut until late October or November following the Kawhi Leonard trade to Toronto.
Michael Jordan's Last Dance Jersey Sells for Record $12.3M
Michael Jordan's 1998 NBA Finals Game 3 'Last Dance' jersey sold for $12.3m (£9.3m) at Joopiter, setting a new record for Jordan memorabilia.
Wembanyama Sets Record With 93% Vote as GMs' Top Franchise Pick
Victor Wembanyama earned a record 93% of votes as the player GMs would most want to start a franchise with, leading eight categories in the NBA's 25th annual survey.
Jalen Duren Vows to Be Piston for Life After $200M Deal
Jalen Duren declared he wants to be a Detroit Piston for life after signing his five-year, $200M contract Sunday following a lengthy restricted free agency standoff.
Michael Jordan 'Last Dance' Jersey Sells for Record $14 Million
Michael Jordan's autographed Game 2 jersey from the 1998 NBA Finals sold for $14M (£10.6M), setting a new record for basketball memorabilia.
Kristaps Porzingis Out Indefinitely for Warriors With Health Issue
Golden State Warriors forward/center Kristaps Porzingis will remain out indefinitely with a health issue after missing training camp and five preseason games.
Jalen Duren to Skip Pistons Media Day Amid Contract Stalemate
Jalen Duren is expected to skip Pistons media day Monday as his restricted free agency stalemate drags on ahead of Thursday's $9.6M qualifying offer deadline.
Cooper Flagg Debut Patch Card Sells for Record $8.04 Million
Cooper Flagg's one-of-one Topps Chrome Debut Patch card sold for $8.04M, the fifth-highest sports card sale ever and a new record for Debut Patch cards.
Saddiq Bey Agrees to $55.5M Pelicans Extension After ACL Comeback
Saddiq Bey agreed to a three-year, $55.5 million extension with the Pelicans after posting a career-high 17.7 points per game in his comeback from a torn ACL.
Trae Young Says Hawks Front Office Turnover Led to Wizards Trade
Trae Young said Atlanta's front office turnover led to his January trade to Washington, citing less support under Onsi Saleh than from Travis Schlenk.
Stephen Curry Weighs Warriors Extension, Seeks Flexibility
Stephen Curry says his Warriors extension decision won't affect play as he weighs a two-year, $136.7M deal and seeks cap flexibility ahead of camp.
Team USA Sets Records in 108-56 World Cup Rout of Hungary
Napheesa Collier scored 19 as Team USA set tournament records with 108 points and 31 assists in a dominant 108-56 quarterfinal win over Hungary.
Hawks, Hornets Discuss Buddy Hield-Finney-Smith Swap
Atlanta and Charlotte have discussed swapping Buddy Hield for Dorian Finney-Smith as both teams work toward regular-season roster compliance next month.
Keyonte George, Jazz Agree to Five-Year, $157.5M Extension
Keyonte George and the Utah Jazz agreed to a fully guaranteed five-year, $157.5 million rookie extension following his breakout 23.6-point season.
Stephen Curry, Warriors Agree to $116M Two-Year Extension
Stephen Curry and the Warriors agreed to a two-year, $116M extension with a 2028-29 player option, taking about $20M less than his $136.7M max to preserve cap flexibility.
Lakers to Honor Phil Jackson With Statue for Five Titles
The Los Angeles Lakers will honor Hall of Fame coach Phil Jackson with a statue outside their stadium after his five championships with the franchise.
Paul George Embraces Celtics Move After Jaylen Brown Trade
Paul George says he holds no hard feelings after blockbuster trade sending Jaylen Brown to Philadelphia, vows to reestablish himself with Boston.
Monumental Sports & Entertainment Partners with bet365
Monumental Sports & Entertainment announces multi-year deal with bet365 as the betting platform launches in Washington, D.C.