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The Milwaukee Bucks made bold financial moves Monday to clear space for center Myles Turner in NBA Free Agency. The Bucks waived Damian Lillard and Vasilije Micic in a calculated effort to stay below key salary limits. The two moves shed cap-heavy contracts and gave Milwaukee the flexibility it needed. Damian Lillard’s release was the […]

The Houston Rockets are playing the long game, and doing it with precision. This NBA Free Agency, the Rockets made headlines by extending forward Jabari Smith Jr. on a five-year, $122 million rookie-scale deal. But what’s turning heads isn’t just the amount, it’s the structure. The deal starts at $23.64 million in Year 1, dips […]

The Denver Nuggets have had an A-plus offseason thus far, but that hasn’t come without its fair share of trials and tribulations. One such issue that the Nuggets are hoping for a resolution to as soon as possible is the Jonas Valanciunas situation. Valanciunas is set to be acquired by the Nuggets in a trade […]

A week into the start of NBA free agency and with the moratorium lifted, the San Antonio Spurs signed their only non-draft addition to this point. And Luke Kornet is wasting no time thinking about what could be. In his introduction to the San Antonio media, the eight-year veteran rattled off the Spurs key players, […]

As guard Dennis Schroder signed with the Sacramento Kings on a $45 million deal, the terms of the situation became more clear in how the Detroit Pistons were involved. ClutchPoints’ NBA insider Brett Siegel would report that the Kings signing Schroder would come with a sign-and-trade including the Pistons, which has now been made official. […]

It has been a busy offseason in the NBA. The 2025 NBA Draft was vastly improved in comparison to last year’s class. Some teams nailed what was the second year of two days of drafting, while others made questionable decisions. There were also some big-name free agents this offseason, most of whom have already signed […]

Kyle Lowry has had a long NBA career as he got it going back in 2006, and he isn’t done yet. Lowry and the Philadelphia 76ers have agreed on a one-year deal, and this upcoming season will be Lowry’s 20th in the league. He certainly isn’t playing at the level that he was once at, […]

As NBA free agency SZN marches on, all eyes remain on Bradley Beal and the Phoenix Suns’ buyout negotiations while Chris Paul’s big offseason decision is looming. Paul has two preferred destinations for next season, which are between the Los Angeles Clippers and the Suns. Some believe that if Beal, who is reportedly one of […]

It was no doubt a shocking move to see former Indiana Pacers star Myles Turner sign with the Milwaukee Bucks after negotiations with his former squad, leading to questions about how dedicated the team was to retaining the big man. While some could label Turner’s leaving as a big mistake for the Pacers, the team’s […]

As the Thunder ride the momentum of a historic championship, General Manager Sam Presti faces one last decision in this 2025 offseason: should the team add a complementary veteran piece? They’ve already locked in their core through massive extensions for Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander, Jaylin Williams, and Ajay Mitchell, and bolstered the roster with talented rookies from […]

As NBA free agency opened up last week, there was a flurry of moves across the league. That came on the heels of a wild NBA Draft, which was preempted by the stunning Kevin Durant trade to the Houston Rockets. But on Monday, the Utah Jazz got in on the action by making a stunning […]

The King made waves earlier this offseason and is still felt in this Los Angeles Lakers NBA Free Agency. LeBron James opted into the final year of his Lakers contract, a player option worth $52.6 million for the 2025–26 season. The move secured one of the league’s top salaries as he heads into Year 22 […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves have had a quiet offseason thus far and have largely focussed on consolidation, rather than improvement. The likes of Julius Randle, Naz Reid and Joe Ingles have all signed new contracts, the latter a one-year deal.  However, that also left Minnesota with limited financial room and led to multiple exits, most notably […]

Brook Lopez is officially a part of the Los Angeles Clippers, which seemed to catch some by surprise. As The Athletic’s Fred Katz illustrated, it is not shocking Lopez signed with the Clippers — they reportedly agreed to a deal shortly after teams and players could officially begin negotiating with each other — but rather […]

The Los Angeles Clippers are doubling down on their title window, re-signing James Harden during NBA Free Agency. He agreed to a two-year, $81.5 million contract, a deal that reflects both commitment and flexibility. It includes a base salary of $39.2 million for the 2025–26 season. Harden also holds a player option for 2026–27. If […]

The Phoenix Suns appear headed for a reset, and as part of that, Bradley Beal is reportedly nearing a buyout that would stretch $96.9 million over five years, freeing up cap space. Even after trading Kevin Durant and his $54.7 million salary, the Suns remain above the second apron. That limits them to minimum deals […]

A new era is about to begin for the Phoenix Suns. After trading Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets in a historic seven-team trade that was finalized on Sunday afternoon, the Suns and three-time All-Star guard Bradley Beal are expected to finalize a buyout agreement, league sources told ClutchPoints. Talks of Beal and the Suns […]

It is the second week of NBA’s free agency period in 2025, and Jonathan Kuminga doesn’t appear to be anywhere close to signing with any team just yet. The Golden State Warriors still control Kuminga’s future, with the 22-year-old forward being in restricted free agency, and this seems to have complicated matters for the seventh […]

On Sunday night, Deandre Ayton was officially announced as the newest member of the Los Angeles Lakers after the 26-year-old center finalized a buyout with the Portland Trail Blazers a week ago. Ayton is coming in to be the Lakers’ new starting center after they finished last season with Jaxson Hayes (not a starting-caliber big) […]

The Milwaukee Bucks’ offseason got off to a surprising start when it was announced that the team would waive and stretch Damian Lillard’s contract. That wasn’t the only shocker for the Bucks as they then turned around and agreed to terms in free agency with division rival Myles Turner with the cap space they acquired […]

The Los Angeles Lakers had one urgent area of need to address this offseason and they managed to do so in a big way (pun intended). On Sunday, it was officially announced by the Lakers’ official account on X that they had brought in Deandre Ayton to be the team’s new starting center. Ayton agreed […]

New York is finally back to relevance. For years, Madison Square Garden felt more like a haunted house than the Mecca of basketball. Now, though, there’s real hope. After a 51-win regular season, the Knicks looked poised for a deep postseason push. Jalen Brunson blossomed into a true franchise cornerstone. OG Anunoby solidified their defense. […]

The San Antonio Spurs have been here before. Not quite championship-ready, but not rebuilding either. The organization is right in that murky middle zone where one bold move could accelerate a leap into title contention. This time, though, the context is different. Now, they have Victor Wembanyama. Everyone can see him as a once-in-a-generation talent […]

To say the Houston Rockets had a strong offseason is a major understatement. The Rockets transformed themselves into a legitimate contender with the trade for Kevin Durant. Not only that, but the Rockets had a strong NBA free agency period as well with the signing of Dorian Finney-Smith as well as bringing back veterans Aaron […]

The Denver Nuggets find themselves embroiled in one of the most intriguing stories of the NBA offseason with their pursuit of Jonas Valanciunas. While the Lithuanian veteran is eyeing a contract with EuroLeague giant Panathinaikos, he is still under an NBA contract and cannot sign unless released by the Nuggets. Valanciunas met with Panathinaikos officials […]

The Golden State Warriors are on the brink of making one of the offseason’s most intriguing veteran additions. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, all signs continue to point to five-time All-Star and 2024 NBA champion Al Horford signing with the Warriors. The move could happen as soon as the league’s new fiscal year begins, […]

The Chicago Bulls are no strangers to reinvention. From the championship glory days of the ’90s to the “Baby Bulls” era and the brief Derrick Rose-led renaissance, the franchise has always seemed a move or two away from contention. With a roster that’s been reshaped over the past year, Chicago now stands on the brink […]

The Boston Celtics and Damian Lillard could be on a collision course. After being waived by the Milwaukee Bucks in a surprise salary-cap maneuver to make room for Myles Turner, Lillard is now an unrestricted free agent for the first time in his career. The Celtics, fresh off a massive roster reshuffling, are reportedly among […]

The Philadelphia 76ers’ 2025 free agency period has been a mixed bag. On one hand, they’ve added two interesting forwards to their roster in Trendon Watford and Jabari Walker, and didn’t even have to pay an arm or a leg to do it, with the former signing for the minimum while the latter agreed to […]

The Memphis Grizzlies have had an eventful offseason after making multiple moves that could potentially change the trajectory of the franchise. Though, as is often the case in Grind City, weathering injuries is an unfortunate yet prominent part of this fan base’ experience. The newly extended Jaren Jackson Jr. could miss the start of next […]

Josh Giddey is a restricted free agent, and there might be a gap in extension figures between Giddey and the Chicago Bulls. Drafted sixth overall by the Oklahoma City Thunder, Giddey was acquired by the Bulls last June in exchange for Alex Caruso. In his first season in Chicago, Giddey proved to be a valuable […]

Deandre Ayton’s decision to join the Los Angeles Lakers was reportedly influenced by the opportunity to play alongside Luka Doncic, according to HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto. The two former top picks are both 26 years old and enter the 2025-26 season as central pieces in the Lakers’ retooled roster. In a recent report, Scotto detailed the […]

Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle had claimed just days after the 2025 NBA Finals that re-signing center Myles Turner was the biggest priority this offseason. However, Turner stunned fans by instead signing a four-year, $107 million contract with the Milwaukee Bucks, which leaves a Turner-sized hole in Indiana’s roster. The loss of their defensive […]

The San Antonio Spurs started NBA Free Agency by addressing the team’s biggest singular need. Shortly after the league lifted the offseason moratorium, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that the Silver and Black had agreed to terms with Luke Kornet. The Spurs are coming off the heels of 34-48 and 22-60 seasons. So while they have […]

It’s been a strange and turbulent 12 months in Milwaukee. They’ve gone through blockbuster trades and baffling exits. The Bucks have also seen MVP-level brilliance and frustrating offensive lulls. Giannis Antetokounmpo remains one of the three best players on the planet, but the team around him looks increasingly fragile and, worse, incomplete. With the East […]

The 2025 NBA offseason has already seen its share of seismic shifts, but one potentially franchise-altering move still lingers on the horizon for the Cleveland Cavaliers. After a season filled with regular-season dominance but playoff disappointment, the Cavaliers now stand at a crossroads. The Eastern Conference landscape has shifted, longtime powerhouses are retooling, and a […]

Given the hand they were dealt, the Boston Celtics have maneuvered brilliantly to start the offseason. They had a goal to trim down their payroll and get under the second apron, and they’re almost there after trading away Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis for Anfernee Simons and Georges Niang, respectively. Ducking the second tax will […]

Coming off a hard-fought playoff series defeat at the hands of the eventual champion Oklahoma City Thunder, the Denver Nuggets didn’t waste much time in improving their roster for the 2025-26 campaign. They kicked off their offseason by trading Michael Porter Jr. and an unprotected 2032 first-round pick to the Brooklyn Nets for Cam Johnson, […]

The Denver Nuggets have been lauded so far by fans and media alike for having a very strong offseason. Depth was one of the team’s biggest issues, but they addressed that in a major way, adding key veterans such as Bruce Brown, Cam Johnson, Tim Hardaway Jr. and Jonas Valanciunas. While the Valanciunas situation is […]