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NBAPelicans Plan to Dump Jordan Hawkins to Overpay Bennedict Mathurin
The New Orleans Pelicans are reportedly looking to shed Jordan Hawkins' $7 million salary to clear cap space for a questionable run at restricted free agent Bennedict Mathurin.RumorFree AgencyRoster Move
NBABennedict Mathurin Secures the Bag and an Exit Strategy with the Pelicans
Bennedict Mathurin is heading to the New Orleans Pelicans on a two-year, $16 million deal after his reps successfully navigated his exit from the Los Angeles Clippers.Free AgencyContractRoster Move
NBAWarriors Take a $3.9 Million Flyer on Georges Niang's 3-Point Stroke
Georges Niang is returning to the NBA on a one-year, $3.9 million deal with the Golden State Warriors after missing the entire 2025-26 season with a foot injury.Free AgencyRoster MoveContract
NBAShaedon Sharpe's Six-Month Meniscus Tear is a Brutal Blow for the Blazers
Portland Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe is expected to miss six months with a torn meniscus, adding another brutal chapter to his injury history and shaking up Portland's rotation.InjuryAnalysisBetting
NBAKlay Thompson Leaves $9.8 Million on the Table to Escape Dallas for Miami
Klay Thompson agreed to a buyout with the Dallas Mavericks, giving back $9.8 million to hit waivers and sign with the Miami Heat.Roster MoveContractFree Agency
NBADenver Nuggets Commit Highway Robbery, Sign DeMar DeRozan for $3.9 Million
Six-time All-Star DeMar DeRozan has signed a one-year, $3.9 million deal with the Denver Nuggets after being waived by the Sacramento Kings.Free AgencyContractRoster Move
NBANuggets Pivot from LeBron to DeMar DeRozan in Ultimate Free Agency Backup Plan
After missing out on LeBron James, the Denver Nuggets are signing 36-year-old veteran DeMar DeRozan to bolster their roster.Free AgencyRoster MoveBreaking News
NBAKlay Thompson Takes His Talents to South Beach After Mavericks Buyout
Klay Thompson is signing with the Miami Heat after a contract buyout with the Dallas Mavericks, hoping Heat Culture can revive his struggling season.Roster MoveFree AgencyBreaking News
NBADallas Mavericks Buy Out Klay Thompson, Sending Sharpshooter to Free Agency
The Dallas Mavericks have reached a buyout agreement with Klay Thompson, making the veteran guard an unrestricted free agent amid interest from the Miami Heat.Free AgencyRoster MoveContract
NBAJames Harden Secures $97 Million Bag to Stay in Cleveland
James Harden is returning to the Cleveland Cavaliers on a three-year, $97 million deal, complete with a player option and a trade kicker.ContractFree AgencyRoster Move
NBATre Mann Rerouted to Wizards in Multi-Team Max Strus and Peyton Watson Blockbuster
Tre Mann is heading to the Washington Wizards as part of a massive multi-team trade involving Max Strus and Peyton Watson, highlighting Cleveland's desperate push to retool their roster.TradeRoster Move
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