Taylor Jenkins
April 2026
The Milwaukee Bucks are finalizing a deal to make Taylor Jenkins their new head coach after Doc Rivers’ departure. Jenkins would return to Milwaukee after previously serving as an assistant there under Mike Budenholzer. His arrival comes at a critical point for the franchise, with Giannis Antetokounmpo’s long-term future still unresolved after a disappointing 32-50 season.
Billy Donovan
April 2026
Billy Donovan has resigned as Chicago Bulls head coach after six seasons, choosing to step aside rather than continue under a new basketball operations structure. Donovan and the Bulls agreed it was best for the incoming front-office leadership to choose its own staff. Chicago had already fired Artūras Karnišovas and Marc Eversley, and Donovan said the decision followed extensive talks with ownership about the franchise’s future.
Steve Kerr
April 2026
Steve Kerr says he is undecided on whether he will return as Warriors coach next season after Golden State were knocked out of the play-in tournament. He said the run may continue, but it may also be over. Kerr plans to take a week or two, then meet with owner Joe Lacob and general manager Mike Dunleavy to discuss the next step. He stressed he still loves coaching, but also acknowledged that every job eventually reaches its end.
Zion Williamson
April 2026
Zion Williamson says he will take a different approach this offseason after New Orleans missed the playoffs again. Despite enjoying one of the healthier seasons of his career, he was unhappy with both his own level and the team’s results. Williamson said he wants to expand his offensive game, learn from Hall of Famers and aim to play 75 to 82 games next season. He also stressed he wants to stay in New Orleans and finally make his playoff debut after seven NBA seasons without appearing in a postseason game.
Dell Curry
March 2026
Dell Curry’s No. 30 will be retired by the Charlotte Hornets, honouring one of the most important figures in franchise history. The ceremony recognises his decade as a player, his long broadcasting role and his lasting place in the organisation’s identity. Curry was surprised with the news during what he thought was a routine on-air segment, leaving him emotional and briefly speechless. He remains one of the most decorated players in Hornets history and will become just the second player to have his number raised by the franchise.
Luka Dončić
March 2026
Dončić was fined $50,000 for an inappropriate, unprofessional gesture toward a game official during the third quarter of a 110-97 Lakers win. League issued the fine under conduct guidelines for gestures toward officials.
Khris Middleton
March 2026
Middleton was fined $25,000 after throwing his mouthpiece toward the spectator stands. The incident occurred with 6:55 left in the third quarter of a 115-114 loss and drew a technical foul.
Desmond Bane
February 2026
Desmond Bane has been fined $25,000 for throwing the game ball with force into the spectator stands following Orlando’s one-point win. The NBA issued the fine after the postgame incident in the Magic’s 110-109 victory over the Lakers at Crypto.com Arena.
Anthony Edwards
February 2026
Anthony Edwards has been fined $25,000 for throwing the game ball with force into the spectator stands. The NBA issued the fine after the halftime incident during Minnesota’s 124-121 win over Portland at Moda Center.
Kevin Durant
February 2026
Durant said he asked to remain under consideration for the 2028 U.S. Olympic team and does not want a ceremonial spot. He cited his attachment to Team USA, acknowledged age and competition, and said selection should be performance-based; he remains a high-level scorer this season.
