Sources: Rockets’ Smith to sign $122M extension
Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. intends to sign a five-year, $122 million rookie contract extension, sources told ESPN.
Bailey ‘blessed’ to be with Jazz: ‘Trust my process’
Ace Bailey indicated Sunday that he never thought about holding out or forcing a trade after the Jazz drafted him No. 5.
What we’re hearing about Luka, LeBron and the Lakers’ offseason
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Beasley subject of federal gambling investigation
Federal authorities are investigating Pistons guard Malik Beasley on allegations of gambling related to NBA games and prop bets, sources told ESPN.
LeBron opts in for $52.6M, watching L.A. moves
LeBron James is exercising his $52.6 million player option for the 2025-26 season, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul told ESPN. James intends to closely monitor the Lakers’ moves and whether the team is positioning itself to field a title-contending roster.
Warriors pick up options on Post, Santos
The Golden State Warriors exercised the team options for center Quinten Post and forward Gui Santos on Sunday.`
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Sources: Harden to sign $81.5M deal with Clips
James Harden is declining his $36.3 million player option and intends to sign a two-year, $81.5 million contract to return to the Clippers, sources told ESPN.
Sources: Portis to sign $44M deal with Bucks
Bobby Portis intends to sign a three-year, $44 million contract to return to the Bucks, with a player option for 2027-28, sources told ESPN on Sunday.