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NBAThe Blazers Waiving Jeremy Sochan is a Brutal NBA Speedrun
The Portland Trail Blazers have waived former No. 9 overall pick Jeremy Sochan, marking his second release in the same calendar year.Roster MoveFree AgencyBreaking News
NBAThe Grizzlies Are Already Pulling the Plug on Jordan Hawkins
The Memphis Grizzlies are waiving 2023 lottery pick Jordan Hawkins, sending the young guard to free agency just before the season.Roster MoveFree AgencyBreaking News
NBAJalen Duren Wins the Staring Contest, Secures $200M to Stay in Detroit
All-NBA center Jalen Duren has agreed to a five-year, $200 million fully guaranteed contract to return to the Detroit Pistons, ending a prolonged restricted free agency dispute.ContractFree AgencyBreaking News
NBAD'Angelo Russell is Officially Heading to the Shanghai Sharks
NBA veteran D'Angelo Russell has agreed to sign with the Shanghai Sharks of the Chinese Basketball Association for the upcoming season.Roster MoveFree Agency
NBAJalen Duren Skips Pistons Camp, Turns Down $200 Million in Ultimate Contract Staredown
All-NBA center Jalen Duren is holding out of Detroit Pistons training camp after declining a five-year, $200 million contract offer, risking it all ahead of a Thursday deadline.ContractFree AgencyBreaking News
NBAThe Pistons Finally Pull the Plug on the Gary Harris Experiment
The Detroit Pistons have waived veteran guard Gary Harris, ending a stint defined by a massive injury list and a 2.7 PPG average.Roster MoveFree AgencyBreaking News
NBAMemphis Grizzlies Waive D'Angelo Russell Before He Even Plays a Game
The Memphis Grizzlies have waived veteran guard D'Angelo Russell to trim their roster ahead of the season, sending him to free agency just months after acquiring him in a massive six-team trade.Roster MoveFree AgencyBreaking News
NBALeBron James Claims He Joined the Sixers Just to Get Joel Embiid a Ring
LeBron James revealed that helping Joel Embiid win his first NBA championship was a primary factor in his decision to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers, setting up a massive season of expectations.Free AgencyAnalysis
NBABennedict Mathurin Officially Signs With the Pelicans
Bennedict Mathurin has officially signed his contract with the New Orleans Pelicans, adding a healthy guard to their backcourt rotation, though the financial details remain a mystery.ContractRoster MoveFree Agency
NBADeMar DeRozan Officially Signs With the Nuggets, Giving Nikola Jokic Another Lethal Weapon
DeMar DeRozan has officially signed with the Denver Nuggets, bringing his elite mid-range game to Nikola Jokic's offense and shaking up the Western Conference.Free AgencyRoster MoveContract
NBABen Simmons Secures Another Bag, Signs $3.5M Deal With Kings After Gap Year
Ben Simmons is returning to the NBA after sitting out the 2025-26 season, signing a one-year, $3.5 million contract with the Sacramento Kings.Free AgencyRoster MoveAnalysis
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