Harden returns to Cleveland
On Sept. 8, 2026 the Cleveland Cavaliers re-signed James Harden to a three-year, $97 million deal that includes a player option in Year 3. Harden, entering his 18th season, averaged 23.6 points, 8.0 assists and 4.8 rebounds last year; Cleveland aims to build continuity around him.
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DeRozan signs with Nuggets
On Sept. 8, 2026 the Denver Nuggets confirmed a one-year signing of six-time All-Star DeMar DeRozan. The 37-year-old averaged 18.4 points over 77 games last season and ranks 16th all-time with 26,711 career points; Denver adds veteran scoring and a proven midrange presence.
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Ben Simmons joins Kings
On Sept. 8, 2026 the Sacramento Kings announced a one-year, $3.5 million deal with three-time All-Star Ben Simmons. Simmons returns after sitting out the entire 2025–26 season; he last played in 2024–25, when he averaged 5.0 points, 5.6 assists and 4.7 rebounds across 51 games.
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Pelicans acquire Gibson, Johnson
On Sept. 8, 2026 New Orleans and Memphis completed a four-player swap: the Pelicans received Taj Gibson and AJ Johnson, while the Grizzlies acquired Jordan Hawkins, Micah Peavy, a future second-round pick and a second-round pick swap. The deal was announced by NBA.com Tuesday night.
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Lakers to unveil Phil Jackson statue
On Sept. 8, 2026 NBC Sports reported the Los Angeles Lakers will honor coach Phil Jackson with a statue outside Crypto.com Arena. The unveiling ceremony is scheduled for April 9 (when the Lakers host Minnesota). The club called Jackson’s five championships a defining legacy.
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Hawks list updated in offseason tracker
On Sept. 8, 2026 NBA.com’s updated offseason tracker noted Atlanta’s roster moves: the Hawks officially re-signed Jock Landale and listed CJ McCollum as agreeing to a one-year deal. The tracker consolidates confirmed signings and trade returns as teams finalize rosters ahead of camp.
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