Blazers land Ja Morant
Portland completed a blockbuster trade to add former All‑Star guard Ja Morant from Memphis. Morant’s explosiveness and playmaking give the Trail Blazers a new primary ball‑handler and shot creator as the franchise reshapes its roster ahead of the 2026‑27 season.
Source: NBA.com
Harden agrees 3‑year deal
James Harden agreed to a three‑year contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers, joining a backcourt led by Donovan Mitchell. The veteran’s scoring and playmaking are expected to bolster Cleveland’s veteran core as the Cavs finalize multiple signings and roster tweaks this offseason.
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Kuminga joins Timberwolves
Jonathan Kuminga agreed to a two‑year deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves, adding athletic wing depth to a roster that has been reshaped this offseason. The move pairs Kuminga’s two‑way upside with Minnesota’s recent additions as the team builds around its young core.
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Klay signs with Heat
Klay Thompson agreed to a two‑year deal with the Miami Heat as part of a busy offseason that also brought Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis to Miami via trades. Thompson’s veteran shooting and experience add depth to a dramatically retooled Heat roster.
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Miles Bridges to Suns
The Phoenix Suns added Miles Bridges in a trade with the Charlotte Hornets, reinforcing wing scoring and athleticism. Phoenix also locked up several extensions this offseason; Bridges’ arrival helps the Suns round out a rotation built to compete on both ends next season.
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Julius Randle traded to Nets
Julius Randle joined the Brooklyn Nets in a four‑team trade with the Minnesota Timberwolves, giving Brooklyn an established frontcourt scorer and interior presence. The move is part of broader multi‑team activity that reshaped rosters across the league this offseason.
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NBA hands heavy Clippers penalties
The league handed the Los Angeles Clippers major sanctions after a yearlong probe: the Clippers will forfeit five first‑round picks and pay a $30 million fine; owner Steve Ballmer and president Gillian Zucker were banned for one year, and Lawrence Frank was suspended six months.
Source: Sports Illustrated