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Today’s NBA News Roundup (September 24)

Trail Blazers land Ja Morant

The Portland Trail Blazers completed a blockbuster move, adding former All‑Star guard Ja Morant in a trade with the Memphis Grizzlies, according to the league’s offseason tracker updated Sept. 23. The Blazers expect Morant’s scoring and playmaking to reshape their backcourt ahead of camp.

Source: NBA.com

Celtics add Paul George

Boston acquired veteran wing Paul George in a trade with the Philadelphia 76ers, the league’s offseason tracker shows (updated Sept. 23). The Celtics expect George’s two‑way experience and perimeter shooting to bolster their wing rotation as they head into training camp and the preseason.

Source: NBA.com

Nets acquire Julius Randle

Brooklyn added power forward Julius Randle via a four‑team trade with Minnesota, listed on the NBA’s offseason deals page updated Sept. 23. The Nets see Randle as an interior scoring and rebounding presence who can pair with their perimeter creators to give coach new frontcourt options.

Source: NBA.com

Hornets trade LaMelo Ball

The Charlotte Hornets sent LaMelo Ball away in a four‑team trade with the Minnesota Timberwolves, per the league’s offseason tracker updated Sept. 23. The move marks a roster pivot for Charlotte while Ball heads to a contender slot that pairs him with established scorers in a new system.

Source: NBA.com

Bulls add Nic Claxton

Chicago acquired center Nic Claxton in a four‑team trade with Brooklyn, listed on the NBA offseason deals page updated Sept. 23. The Bulls expect Claxton’s rim protection, mobility and switchability to upgrade their interior defense and offer a modern big‑man complement to their starters.

Source: NBA.com

Wizards sign Trae Young

Washington announced a multi‑year agreement with guard Trae Young, listed as a four‑year deal on the NBA offseason tracker updated Sept. 23. The Wizards are projecting Young to lead their offense as a floor‑general and primary playmaker while integrating new complementary pieces.

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Kawhi extends with Raptors

The Toronto Raptors announced a multi‑year extension with Kawhi Leonard on Sept. 23. The team said financial terms were not disclosed. Leonard, who returned to Toronto this month after a Sept. 14 acquisition, brings playoff experience and elite two‑way play as the Raptors plan for 2026‑27.

Source: NBA.com