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Today’s NBA News Roundup (September 5)

Timberwolves sign Kuminga

On September 4, 2026 the Minnesota Timberwolves announced they have signed 23-year-old forward Jonathan Kuminga. The team did not disclose contract terms. Kuminga averaged 12.2 points and 5.6 rebounds last season across two teams and joins Minnesota ahead of training camp to add athletic wing depth.

Source: Minnesota Timberwolves

Ben Simmons to Kings

Reports on September 4, 2026 say three-time All-Star Ben Simmons has agreed to a one-year, $3.5 million deal with the Sacramento Kings. Simmons, who did not play in 2025-26, visited Sacramento for medicals and a workout and will look to re-establish his playmaking role in a new setting.

Source: NBA.com

Nets add Grant Nelson

On September 4, 2026 the Brooklyn Nets added forward Grant Nelson, who signed a two-way contract to rejoin the organization. Nelson appeared in four regular-season games with Brooklyn last year; the move projects him to split time between the Nets and their G League affiliate as camp approaches.

Source: NBA.com (Player page)

Joiner signs then waived by Hornets

Charlotte signed guard Jarkel Joiner to an Exhibit 10 deal and then made a procedural roster move on September 4, 2026 that resulted in his waiver. The Hornets’ transactions suggest Joiner remains part of the organization’s G League plans and could compete for a training-camp spot.

Source: Charlotte Hornets / NBA.com

Bucks invite John Butler

The Milwaukee Bucks announced a training-camp invite for forward John Butler on September 4, 2026. The move is listed as a non-guaranteed camp opportunity; Butler will aim to earn minutes either with the Bucks’ rotation or with their G League affiliate as teams finalize rosters.

Source: NBA.com (Fantasy News)

Magic sign JD Davison

The Orlando Magic announced on September 3–4, 2026 that guard JD Davison has inked a deal with the team. Davison, let go by Houston in August, earned the opportunity to compete for a roster spot and will join Orlando’s camp mix as they prepare for the coming season.

Source: Orlando Magic / NBA.com

Ja Morant lands in Portland

The NBA offseason tracker updated September 4, 2026 shows former All-Star Ja Morant was traded to the Portland Trail Blazers from Memphis. Portland’s backcourt now projects a high-usage pairing; Morant’s health and fit alongside Damian Lillard are the key storylines as the Blazers head into the new season.

Source: NBA.com