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TOPNBA Summer League: Standout players from Day 10
NBA 2K26 Summer League action continued on Tuesday, featuring standout performances. Terrence Shannon Jr. maintained his scoring consistency for the Minnesota Timberwolves, posting 24 points, five rebounds, three assists, and two steals in their win over Detroit. Despite seven turnovers, his scoring and defensive potential are viewed positively as he looks to fill a role vacated by Nickeil Alexander-Walker. The New York Knicks secured a 97-93 victory over the Brooklyn Nets thanks to a complementary effort from MarJon Beauchamp and Tyler Kolek. Kolek carried the offense in the first half with 23 points while Beauchamp struggled. Beauchamp then rebounded in the second half, scoring 20 of his total 25 points. Kolek also finished with 25 points, along with five 3-pointers, four assists, and four steals. The Knicks held off a late Nets rally led by Drew Timme (24 points, 10 rebounds). Ajay Mitchell and Branden Carlson led the Oklahoma City Thunder to a win over the Orlando Magic with a strong combined performance. Ja'Kobe Walter delivered a standout game for the Toronto Raptors, scoring 27 points despite their loss to the Houston Rockets.
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TOPNBA Insider Reveals Trae Young Spurned Michael Jordan's Greece Event to Support Hawks' Summer League Team
Trae Young notably skipped the Jordan Brand's Board of Greatness gathering in Greece, which celebrated the brand's 40th anniversary and included athletes like Luka Dončić and Bam Adebayo. His absence was a deliberate choice, not due to any conflict with the brand. NBA Insider Marc J. Spears reported that Young declined the invitation to prioritize his NBA team, the Atlanta Hawks. Instead of attending the milestone event in Greece, Young traveled to Las Vegas to participate in the Hawks' Summer League program and connect with the team's new front office. This decision highlights Young's current commitment to the Hawks, especially significant as substantive contract extension talks haven't yet begun. Young, who is entering the fourth year of his five-year, $215.1 million deal (with a player option for the final season), demonstrated his dedication by appearing courtside at Hawks Summer League games in Vegas and engaging with fans. His choice comes after a standout 2024-25 season where he led the league in assists (11.6 per game, 880 total - a Hawks franchise record) and achieved historic feats, including three 20-point/20-assist games and becoming the first player ever to record 30+ points, 20+ assists, and 5+ three-pointers in a single game. Despite his elite performance, Young's contract future with Atlanta remains unresolved. With only one guaranteed year left and a player option pending, both sides face crucial decisions. Young's action of prioritizing team obligations over a prestigious brand event signals a strong commitment to Atlanta that could influence potential long-term extension discussions.
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Could the Hawks hit pause on a Trae Young extension?
The Atlanta Hawks are widely regarded as winners of the offseason due to General Manager Onsi Saleh's moves. Key acquisitions include Kristaps Porzingis, who addresses the team's biggest need by providing a legitimate second scoring option, Nickeil Alexander-Walker for elite perimeter defense and shooting, and Luke Kennard to significantly boost floor spacing. These additions dramatically improve the team's depth and versatility. Despite the successful moves, the Hawks still have offseason needs. They could pursue another big man, with Al Horford mentioned as a possibility, and require a veteran presence to back up point guard Trae Young, as 2023 first-round pick Kobe Bufkin isn't yet considered ready for the full-time backup role. The most significant remaining business involves contract extensions for Kristaps Porzingis, Dyson Daniels, and Trae Young. While the Hawks may want to evaluate Porzingis' fit and consider his injury history before a long-term deal, both Daniels and Young are viewed as core pieces the team likely wants to secure. Notably, despite Trae Young's visible commitment to the organization – including turning down a trip to support the Hawks' Summer League team – there have been no substantive contract negotiations between him and the Hawks. The lack of immediate movement on Young's extension isn't seen as a cause for concern. Saleh has been extremely busy reshaping the roster, clearly building a team that complements Young's strengths. Young, in turn, has embraced a more vocal leadership role. All indications point to alignment between the front office and their franchise player, making a future agreement that keeps Young in Atlanta long-term seem inevitable.
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Expansion WNBA team brings back the Portland Fire name
The Portland Fire name has been revived for Oregon's new WNBA expansion team. The franchise, set to begin play next season alongside the Toronto Tempo, announced the name and branding on Tuesday. This reintroduces the moniker of Portland's previous WNBA team, which operated from 2000 to 2002. Interim Fire president Clare Hamill stated, "Our feeling is that the fire never died," emphasizing that fans had been waiting for the team's return. The announcement positions the team as coming back with the Portland Fire identity. Alongside the name, the team unveiled its new branding elements. This includes a "Rose on Fire" logo and a color palette featuring red, brown, blue, and pink.
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Isaiah Thomas gets 53 points for the Boston Celtics in an all-time performance
Boston Celtics fans hold Isaiah Thomas, nicknamed "The King in the Fourth," in exceptionally high regard due to his tremendous heart despite being an undersized guard. A defining moment occurred during the 2017 NBA Playoffs when Thomas scored 53 points against the Washington Wizards. This extraordinary performance came immediately after he underwent extensive dental work to repair teeth broken in Game 1 of the series and followed closely the tragic death of his sister, Chyna, in a car accident. The "NBC Sports Boston" YouTube channel compiled a clip of this historic Celtics moment. The article encourages viewers to watch it for nostalgia or first-time viewing, promising it will be particularly worthwhile. This article originally appeared on Celtics Wire.
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Hawks may gift Heat perfect plan B superstar trade target after all
The Miami Heat, having failed to acquire a star player this offseason, are still aiming for a significant future move, potentially by 2026. While long-shot targets like Giannis Antetokounmpo and Luka Doncic exist, Trae Young emerges as an interesting "Plan B" trade option for the team. Recent reports indicate the Atlanta Hawks and Trae Young have not yet held "substantive talks" on a contract extension. Although an extension could still happen and would signal commitment, the current lack of discussions naturally creates uncertainty about Young's future with the Hawks. Despite the Hawks adding Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Kristaps Porzingis this summer, suggesting efforts to build around Young, offering him the eligible four-year, $229 million supermax extension represents a much larger financial commitment than acquiring supporting players. Any hesitation from the Hawks could open the door for the Heat. If the Hawks show reluctance, the Heat could pursue Young as a running mate for Bam Adebayo (and possibly Tyler Herro). Landing a star in the near future for Miami is most likely to occur through such a scenario. While Young wouldn't be their first choice if Giannis or Doncic were available, he wouldn't be the worst alternative. Given the Heat's apparent unwillingness to take another "gap" year, they are expected to seek a move soon. Young fits as a logical secondary option. The Heat still lacks a true primary scorer and dynamic playmaker, a role Young could potentially fill. Although Young isn't considered a franchise-altering superstar, which might explain Atlanta's potential hesitation on a massive extension, the Heat could see value in adding him to their developing supporting cast if they believe he's worth the investment. As the Heat lines up options for a blockbuster move in the next year, Young is likely included in their hypothetical plans.
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No extension talks for Trae Young, Hawks yet
July 14, 2025 - HoopsHype reported several notable player quotes and rumors. Golden State Warriors center Kevon Looney expressed disappointment about being benched during the playoffs, directly questioning the team's trust in him by stating, "Y'all don't trust me? I thought y'all trusted me." LeBron James commented on the hypothetical pairing of his game with Michael Jordan's, suggesting their styles would have complemented each other well. Boston Celtics player Jaylen Brown revealed a significant personal regret, stating that one of his biggest regrets in life is never having had the opportunity to meet the late Kobe Bryant.
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Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving reveals he almost punched Celtics star in 2024 Finals
Despite their promising run to the 2024 NBA Finals, the Dallas Mavericks' future championship aspirations took an unexpected turn. Impatient with Luka Doncic's lingering calf injury, Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison traded the five-time All-NBA First Teamer to the Los Angeles Lakers. In return, Dallas acquired Anthony Davis, a 10-time All-Star but an older player considered an injury risk. Similarly, the Boston Celtics, who defeated Dallas in the 2024 Finals, faced significant challenges just two years later. With star Jayson Tatum potentially missing the entire 2025-26 season due to an Achilles tear, Celtics president Brad Stevens traded starters Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday primarily to reduce the team's luxury tax burden. New details have also emerged about the high tensions during the 2024 Finals series itself. Kyrie Irving admitted during a live stream with former teammate and Finals rival Jaylen Brown that he nearly fought Celtics reserve guard Payton Pritchard. Irving specifically recalled an incident at halftime where he "thought about swinging" at Pritchard, stating "He would not touch" and referencing an incident related to a half-court shot attempt.
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How To Watch Minnesota Lynx at Chicago Sky on July 14: TV Channel, Game Time, Injury Report, Jerseys
The Minnesota Lynx will face the Chicago Sky in an upcoming WNBA game. The game will be televised on the FanDuel Sports Network - North channel. It will also be available for live streaming through the WNBA app, though certain restrictions may apply. The game is scheduled for Monday, July 14th. Tip-off is set for 7:00 PM Central Time (CT). The match will take place at the Wintrust Arena.
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Why Steph Curry not worried about Warriors' lack of offseason moves thus far
Steph Curry expressed a lack of concern regarding the Golden State Warriors' minimal offseason moves thus far, contrasting with disappointment felt elsewhere in the NBA, including from teammate Draymond Green. Speaking at the American Century Championship, Curry explained his patience and trust in the Warriors' front office, highlighting the difference between external narratives and internal communication. He stated he understands the situation and retains confidence in the team's ability to assemble a winning roster for the upcoming season. The Warriors face significant offseason challenges, primarily the unresolved restricted free agency of Jonathan Kuminga nearly two weeks into free agency. Additionally, the team saw long-time fan favorite Kevon Looney depart after a decade, signing with the New Orleans Pelicans. These issues compound the lingering disappointment from the Warriors' second-round playoff exit following Curry's injury. Despite these challenges, Curry maintains faith in the organization. He addressed his new role as co-assistant general manager for Davidson's basketball program, clarifying that it won't interfere with his relationship with Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy. Curry emphasized their strong communication chain and stated he has no intention of overstepping his bounds, acknowledging roster building is the front office's job. He stressed the importance of everyone within the organization performing their roles effectively to solve the annual "puzzle" of building a contender, pointing to the team's strong performance late last season as a foundation to build upon.
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Young Hawk Proves He Can't Be Trusted with Early Summer League Play
The Atlanta Hawks have strengthened their roster with veteran additions during the offseason, positioning themselves for a potential playoff return. However, achieving greater success might depend on significant improvement from one of their young players. Kobe Bufkin, the 2023 first-round pick, is one such young player fans hope can develop into a contributor, despite a difficult start to his career marred by injuries. The Las Vegas Summer League presented an opportunity for him to demonstrate he was ready for a rotation role by outperforming his peers. Early observations noted his good size and playmaking reads, but also highlighted poor shooting (3/16 FG, 0/5 3PT) and emphasized the necessity of off-ball utility, especially for the Hawks, casting doubt on immediate reliability. Bufkin's performance took a positive turn on Friday against the Miami Heat, where he scored 29 points and led a comeback victory. He aggressively attacked the basket, resulting in 15 made free throws, adapting effectively despite struggling from three-point range (2-for-9). However, this progress was completely undone in his next game on Sunday versus the Phoenix Suns. Bufkin reverted to poor shooting (3-for-17 FG) but failed to adapt his approach, continuing to take ineffective shots and earning only four free throw attempts. Given that Bufkin is entering his third NBA season and is one of the more experienced players at Summer League, the Hawks expect more from the nearly 22-year-old. His inability to dominate against less experienced Summer League competition raises significant doubts about his readiness and future role with the team. If he cannot assert himself effectively in this setting during his third year, the Hawks may consider ending their investment in his development.
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Trae Young, Atlanta Hawks Haven’t Had Substantive Extension Talks
Atlanta Hawks star point guard Trae Young is eligible for a four-year, $229 million contract extension this offseason. However, according to NBA insider Marc J. Spears of ESPN, substantive extension talks between Young and the Hawks have not yet occurred. Spears noted Young demonstrated commitment to the team by skipping a Jordan Brand event in Greece to join the Hawks in Las Vegas, but confirmed no meaningful extension discussions are happening currently. Young, who has spent his entire NBA career with the Hawks, saw the team acquire Kristaps Porzingis from the Celtics and sign Luke Kennard and Nickeil Alexander-Walker this offseason. The four-time All-Star averaged 24.2 points and a league-leading 11.6 assists per game last season. Young is set to earn $45.9 million next season and holds a $48.9 million player option for the 2026-27 season. One of the NBA's top scorers and passers with career averages of 25.3 points and 9.8 assists, Young led the Hawks to the 2021 Eastern Conference Finals. Prior to the Kings signing Dennis Schroder, Young was linked to Sacramento. However, NBA insider Sam Amick reported the Kings weren't interested in trading for Young due to his offense-first playing style and the significant cost of his current contract and potential extension. The Hawks have not made the playoffs since 2023, adding intrigue to their upcoming season performance.
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Suns Legend Calls Devin Booker 'Luckiest Dude in the World' After $145 Million Contract Extension
The Phoenix Suns have been active in retooling their roster this offseason following their failure to make the playoffs last season, focusing their rebuild around star player Devin Booker. Key offseason moves include trading Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets, acquiring Mark Williams from the Charlotte Hornets, and drafting Khaman Maluach, Koby Brea, and Rasheer Fleming. A major move was signing Devin Booker to a two-year, $145 million contract extension last week, a record-setting deal that locks him with the Suns for the foreseeable future, demonstrating their commitment to building around him and returning to contention. Suns legend Charles Barkley, appearing on The Dan Patrick Show, commented on the massive extension, calling Booker "the luckiest dude in the world" for getting paid "$70M a year to dribble a stupid basketball." Barkley, known for criticizing NBA player contracts since retirement, believes Booker should be extremely happy. The extension keeps Booker with the Suns through the 2029-30 season, highlighting his loyalty to the franchise despite their recent struggles.
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Celtics' Major Free Agent Acquisition Reveals Why He Chose Boston
The Boston Celtics face significant changes at the center position for the upcoming season with Kristaps Porzingis, Luke Kornet, and likely Al Horford departing. To address this, the team acquired Luka Garza, formerly of the Minnesota Timberwolves, signing him to a reported two-year, $5.5 million contract. Garza expressed his enthusiasm for joining the Celtics during his introductory press conference, highlighting the franchise's prestigious history and winning culture as major attractions. He described himself as a "big basketball junkie" and stated that the opportunity to wear the Celtics uniform was "attractive enough." He further emphasized seeing significant opportunity in the frontcourt and feeling that the Celtics front office and coaches believe in his abilities, making it a good fit for his career stage. Garza outlined the key elements of his game that make him impactful. He identified playing hard as his primary skill, believing it compensates for other limitations. Having gained four years of NBA experience, he noted improvements in his understanding, IQ, angles, and defensive capabilities. Offensively, he expressed strong confidence in his ability to help the team by creating good offense and flow through scoring, passing, screening, and facilitating shots for himself and teammates. Due to the Celtics' lack of proven centers on the current roster, Garza is expected to contend for significant playing time, with a possibility of earning a starting role. His career NBA averages over four seasons are 4.9 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 0.1 blocks per game in 7.8 minutes.
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FIBA and Global Partner Yili extend collaboration until 2027
Yili, Asia's largest dairy company, has extended its FIBA Global Partnership. The agreement, announced in Shenzhen at the FIBA Women’s Asia Cup 2025, covers major upcoming events including the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup 2026, the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027, and the 2024 FIBA Continental Cups for men and women. The partnership, which began in 2023 before the highly successful FIBA Basketball World Cup, provides Yili with valuable on-court branding. This visibility generates significant international exposure through broadcasts, reinforcing Yili's global expansion strategy. Yili previously leveraged the World Cup for impactful marketing campaigns in the Philippines and Indonesia, utilizing local sub-brands to boost visibility and engagement in those markets. Yili is also demonstrating strong support for women’s basketball, actively participating around the FIBA Women’s Asia Cup 2025. The extension was formalized at a ceremony in Shenzhen attended by FIBA President Sheikh Saud Ali Al Thani and Yili Group's General Manager of Brand Management, Zhang Yang. To mark the occasion and support the competing teams, Yili presented a lion dance performance incorporating basketball elements. The company launched integrated marketing campaigns showing respect for participating nations and organized interactive basketball shooting challenges for Shenzhen consumers, creating a vibrant basketball atmosphere in the city. Yili commits to continuing its support for global basketball growth, while FIBA values the partnership and anticipates future impactful initiatives together.
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WNBA, NBA and FIBA to host third Basketball Without Borders women's camp at AT&T WNBA All-Star 2025 in Indianapolis
The Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA), the National Basketball Association (NBA), and the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) have announced that 40 top female high-school-age prospects from outside the U.S. will participate in the third Basketball Without Borders (BWB) Global women's camp. The camp will take place from July 17 to July 19, 2025, at Nicoson Hall on the University of Indianapolis campus, coinciding with the AT&T WNBA All-Star 2025 events. The campers will receive coaching from current and former WNBA and FIBA players and coaches, including Georgia Amoore (Washington Mystics), Tonya Edwards, Kelly Faris, and Andrea Gardner-Williams. Allison Feaster, a 2004 WNBA All-Star and current Boston Celtics executive, will serve as camp director. Activities will include movement efficiency drills, offensive and defensive skill stations, three-point contests, 5-on-5 games, and life-skills/leadership sessions. WNBA scouts and NCAA coaches will attend the camp, which previously resulted in 34 scholarship offers. Campers will also attend the 2025 AT&T WNBA All-Star Game. Nike, a global partner of BWB since 2002, will outfit all participants. The BWB program, a joint NBA and FIBA initiative, has involved over 4,600 participants from 144 countries since 2001, with 142 former campers reaching the NBA or WNBA. Fifteen WNBA players are BWB alumni, including Ezi Magbegor, Jade Melbourne, Aaliyah Edwards, Domonique Malonga, Nika Muhl, and Kamilla Cardoso. The event can be followed using #BWBGlobal on social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, X), and more information is available at BasketballWithoutBorders.com, YouTube, and Instagram (@basketballwithoutborders).
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“It’s noise”: Harrell refuses to buy into hype
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Steph Curry’s Unexpected Interaction With Fans Stirred Instant Reactions
Steph Curry's unexpected encounter with fans during the American Century Celebrity Golf Championship in Lake Tahoe, Nevada, generated immediate reactions. The Golden State Warriors All-Star guard's significant impact on the Bay Area sports scene, including helping create an atmosphere that aided the Golden State Valkyries' WNBA debut and making his jersey the league's second-most sold, was highlighted. During the event, Curry interacted with a fan who had a large tattoo on his back depicting Curry performing his signature "Night Night" celebration. Curry appeared genuinely surprised and impressed by the tattoo. The fan expressed his admiration, telling Curry, "We love you, man," while shaking hands and posing for a photo. Another fan watching the interaction commented, "I love that." The moment gained traction on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), where fans reacted enthusiastically. Comments included "🤝🔥," "Good glaze," and "Steph is goated," reflecting the positive fan response to the interaction.
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How to Watch Minnesota Lynx vs Chicago Sky: Live Stream WNBA, TV Channel
The Chicago Sky (6-13) will host the league-leading Minnesota Lynx (18-3) on Saturday. The game will be available to watch on Fubo. The Minnesota Lynx enter the game after defeating the Los Angeles Sparks 91-82 in their last outing. Natisha Hiedeman led the team with 18 points off the bench, while Napheesa Collier contributed 17 points, eight rebounds, and five assists. The Chicago Sky are coming off an 87-76 victory over the Dallas Wings. Rebecca Allen scored a game-high 27 points, along with six rebounds and three assists. Angel Reese recorded a double-double with 15 points and 11 rebounds, and Rachel Banham also scored in double figures. These teams previously met on July 6th, with the Minnesota Lynx winning a close contest 80-75. Courtney Williams led the Lynx in that game with 25 points, eight rebounds, and six assists. Fubo provides live streaming access to watch the WNBA all season, including nationally televised games on ABC, ESPN, CBS, CBS Sports Network, ION, and NBA TV, featuring stars like A'ja Wilson, Caitlin Clark, and Paige Bueckers. A free trial for Fubo is available to stream this game, though regional restrictions may apply. Newsweek may receive compensation for purchases or registrations made through links on their site.
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WNBA Legend Laughs Off Role in Caitlin Clark Physical Sun vs Fever Altercation
The news reports on a physical altercation during the June 17th WNBA game between the Connecticut Sun and Indiana Fever. The incident began in the third quarter when Sun player Jacy Sheldon poked Fever star Caitlin Clark in the eye, leading to a brief shoving match between them. Sun player Marina Mabrey then intervened, shoving Clark to the ground. This action occurred during a dead ball and was widely criticized for not resulting in Mabrey's ejection. WNBA legend Tina Charles, playing for the Sun (#31), was also involved in the scuffle. During a July 11th appearance on the "Bird's Eye View" podcast with Sue Bird, Charles laughed about her role in the viral incident. She denied punching Clark, stating she was simply telling Clark to "chill out" and "watch yourself." Charles recounted saying things like "Yo, you got it" and "Chill out," and mentioned people joked she took Clark "back to Southside Jamaica, Queens." The clip of Charles discussing the incident went viral on social media. Many Indiana Fever fans expressed frustration at Charles's seemingly nonchalant attitude about a situation that could have resulted in injury. Despite the altercation, no players were injured. The news notes that the incident has heightened anticipation for the next game between the Fever and Sun scheduled for July 15th. The article concludes with a brief bio of the author, Grant Young, who covers Women’s Basketball, the Indiana Fever, and the New York Mets for Sports Illustrated's 'On SI' sites, mentioning his educational background and baseball experience.
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Former Thunder first-round pick is taking unlikely path back to NBA
Throughout his 17 years leading the Oklahoma City Thunder, General Manager Sam Presti has experienced significant successes in the NBA Draft, highlighted by recent max contract extensions for Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren. However, Presti's draft record also includes notable misses, such as Aleksej Pokusevski and Ousmane Dieng. A specific past draft failure, Darius Bazley, is currently attempting an NBA comeback with the Los Angeles Lakers Summer League team. After playing in the Chinese Basketball League and the NBA G League last season, Bazley received an invitation to join the Lakers' Summer League roster this offseason. Through four Summer League games, Bazley has emerged as a reliable asset for the Lakers, primarily coming off the bench. He is averaging impressive all-around numbers: 15.3 points, 9.3 rebounds, and 2.3 blocks per game, while shooting 56.7% from the field and 37.5% from three-point range. While his scoring has drawn attention, his defensive intensity, shot-blocking, switchability, and versatility, fueled by his length and athleticism, have been key to the Lakers' competitiveness. Bazley was originally selected 23rd overall by the Thunder in the 2019 NBA Draft, ahead of players like Jordan Poole and Nic Claxton. He spent three and a half seasons in Oklahoma City, showing flashes of potential (averaging 9.2 points and 5.4 rebounds) but ultimately failing to consistently realize his potential as a two-way player. The Thunder traded him to the Phoenix Suns in February 2023 for Dario Saric, a future second-round pick, and cash. Bazley subsequently moved between teams before falling out of the NBA entirely after the 2023-24 season. Now 25 years old, Bazley aims to return to the NBA for the 2025-26 season. Based on his strong performance with the Lakers Summer League squad, he appears to be making significant progress towards achieving that goal.
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Hawks Must Sign Veteran 3-and-D Specialist for Final Roster Spot
The Atlanta Hawks' 2025-26 roster is developing during the NBA offseason, featuring new additions like Kristaps Porzingis and rookie Asa Newell under head coach Quin Snyder. Despite improvements from last year, the team currently has only 13 players on standard contracts, leaving room for two veteran signings to strengthen the squad. De'Anthony Melton is proposed as a low-risk, high-reward free agent target. Recovering from a partially torn ACL that limited him to six games last season, Melton seeks an affordable "prove-yourself" deal. When healthy, he provides valuable 3-and-D skills, averaging 9.1 points, 3.7 rebounds, 1.4 steals, and 1.5 threes per game at 36.9% accuracy across 356 career games, with 27 playoff appearances. Despite injury concerns, Melton showed promise in limited 2024 action, posting 10.3 points with efficient shooting (40.7% FG, 37.1% 3PT) in just 20 minutes per game. His defensive capabilities could complement Trae Young by allowing backcourt risks and building on Nickeil Alexander-Walker's defensive upgrade. The potential signing presents minimal risk—a veteran minimum contract wouldn't burden the Hawks if unsuccessful. However, if Melton regains pre-injury form, he could significantly boost Atlanta's Eastern Conference competitiveness. This upside makes him an ideal candidate for the Hawks' final roster spot.
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Drake covers up LeBron James tattoo with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander art
At the Twenty Years of Wireless festival in London, Drake replaced his tattoo of LeBron James' St. Vincent/St. Mary's jersey and No. 23 on his left arm with a new tattoo featuring Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's No. 2 Oklahoma City Thunder jersey and the word "Thunder" arched above it, during his headlining performances over the three-day event. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, a Toronto native like Drake, is the 2024-25 NBA MVP and NBA Finals MVP, who led the Thunder to their first NBA championship by defeating the Indiana Pacers in a seven-game series. Previously, in March, Gilgeous-Alexander was featured in Drake's "NOKIA" music video, wearing multiple versions of his signature Converse sneaker around his neck. Drake's tension with LeBron James has been escalating, as evidenced by his newly released single "What Did I Miss?" where he appears to call out James for attending Kendrick Lamar's "The Pop Out: Ken & Friends" concert on Juneteenth in 2024, following a feud involving nine diss tracks between Lamar and Drake. Drake also released the single "Fighting Irish Freestyle" in January, which seemed to target James and DeMar DeRozan for being at Lamar's concert, and he altered lyrics during a February performance in Perth, changing his song "Nonstop" from "How I go from six to 23 like I'm LeBron?" to "How I go from six to 23 but not LeBron, man." In the 2024-25 NBA season, Gilgeous-Alexander averaged a league-high 32.7 points, 5 rebounds, and 6.4 assists, while James averaged 24.4 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 8.2 assists for the Los Angeles Lakers.
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Takeaways from Daryl Morey's extensive media availability in Las Vegas
Philadelphia 76ers President of Basketball Operations Daryl Morey addressed media inquiries, covering several key team issues. Negotiations with restricted free agent Quentin Grimes remain ongoing, described by Morey as the last significant piece of business for the Sixers this summer. He acknowledged the challenging structure of restricted free agency under the CBA rules, noting similar stalemates exist for other high-profile RFAs like Jonathan Kuminga, Josh Giddey, and Cam Thomas across the league, largely due to the matching rights held by incumbent teams and limited market money. Morey confirmed that the uncertainty surrounding Grimes' contract situation directly impacted the team's ability to retain priority free agent Guerschon Yabusele. The Sixers technically possessed the taxpayer's mid-level exception but chose not to use it to avoid triggering a hard salary cap at the second apron, fearing this would prevent them from matching a potential offer sheet for Grimes. Consequently, they could only offer Yabusele a contract above the minimum but below the competitive value he ultimately received from the New York Knicks, leading to his departure. Morey expressed regret over this outcome, stating it "sucked," and reiterated that retaining Grimes was the priority. Regarding player injuries, Morey provided positive updates on Joel Embiid and rookie Jared McCain. Both players, recovering from season-ending surgeries on their left knees, are reported to be "on track" to be ready for the start of training camp.
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Liberty get promising Jonquel Jones injury update with fellow stars back to face Dream
The New York Liberty received positive injury updates ahead of their game against the Atlanta Dream. Natasha Cloud (hip) and Isabelle Harrison (knee), who each missed one game, practiced fully on Saturday and are expected to play on Sunday. Significantly, 2024 WNBA Finals MVP Jonquel Jones participated in five-on-five practice for the first time since re-injuring her right ankle on June 19. Head coach Sandy Brondello noted Jones's immediate positive impact on the team but emphasized the need to build her stamina before returning to game action. Jones originally suffered the ankle sprain and re-injured it during her second game back last month while landing awkwardly after a layup attempt, leading to an estimated 4-6 week recovery. Her absence has impacted the Liberty's defense around the paint and removed a consistent inside-outside scoring threat, as she was averaging 12.1 points and 9.6 rebounds prior to the injury. Jones is taking a cautious approach to her recovery, aiming to be as close to 100% as possible. Her rehabilitation progressed from individual shots and bike work to the five-on-five session on Saturday. Brondello stressed the importance of Cloud (averaging 10.1 points, 6.2 assists) and Harrison (a key bench piece in Jones's absence) returning for the physical matchup against Atlanta, citing the need for depth and different defensive looks. She also noted the team's defense has been "getting better," improving to the league's 5th-best defensive rating in early July after ranking 7th in June.
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Despite injury, Kobe Brown showcases his potential for Clippers in Summer League win
The Clippers defeated the Houston Rockets 95-92 in an NBA Summer League game on Friday night at Cox Pavilion. Kobe Brown, aiming to secure a rotational role with the Clippers this season, suffered a right ankle injury in the third quarter after getting tangled with a Rockets defender who fell on his ankle. He left the game and did not return; the team diagnosed the injury as a right ankle contusion. Brown had started the game strongly, scoring 10 points in the first quarter (4-for-5 from the field, including 2-for-2 from three-point range) and showcasing his abilities, including a lob dunk after running the length of the court. He finished with 14 points, four rebounds, and four assists in 20 minutes before exiting. Clippers Summer League coach Jerry Castleberry praised Brown's performance, emphasizing his defense, decision-making, ability to draw defenders in the paint, and scoring effectively against mismatches. Regarding the injury, Castleberry stated it was "good" and "fine," calling his removal from the game precautionary and expressing confidence Brown would be okay. Brown, the 30th overall pick in the 2023 draft entering his third season, is slated to earn $2.65 million this season with a $4.7 million qualifying offer for next season. The Clippers added Jordan Miller to the Summer League roster after waiving him earlier, utilizing an available roster spot.
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Atlanta visits New York after Canada's 30-point showing
The Atlanta Dream (12-8, 8-5 Eastern Conference) face the New York Liberty (13-6, 7-2 Eastern Conference) in New York on Sunday at 3 p.m. EDT. This matchup follows the Dream's 99-82 loss to Indiana, where Jordin Canada scored 30 points. The Liberty hold a strong 7-2 record within the Eastern Conference and rank second in the WNBA for made three-pointers per game (9.9), shooting 34.7% from beyond the arc. Sabrina Ionescu leads the team with an average of 2.6 made threes per game. The Dream are 8-5 against Eastern Conference opponents and have a 5-0 record when committing fewer turnovers than their opponents, averaging 11.8 turnovers per game. New York scores an average of 86.7 points per game, which is 7.0 points more than the 79.7 points Atlanta typically allows. Atlanta shoots 43.0% from the field this season, slightly higher than the 41.6% shooting average that New York's opponents have managed. This is the third meeting between the teams this season; Atlanta won the previous encounter 90-81 on June 29. Top performers for the Liberty include Breanna Stewart, averaging 19.6 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 3.7 assists, while Sabrina Ionescu is averaging 18.8 points over the last 10 games. For the Dream, Allisha Gray averages 18.7 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 4.0 assists, with Brionna Jones averaging 13.4 points over the last 10 games. In their last 10 games, the Liberty are 4-6, averaging 83.3 points per game on 42.4% shooting, while allowing opponents 87.1 points. The Dream are 5-5 in their last 10, averaging 84.3 points per game on 43.3% shooting and allowing opponents 81.8 points. Jonquel Jones (ankle) is listed as out for the Liberty, while the Dream have no injuries reported.
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