AJ Green (Milwaukee Bucks)
October 2025
The sharpshooter agreed a four-year deal worth about 45 million after a breakout rotation season and strong playoff shooting. Milwaukee prioritises spacing around stars by rewarding internal development. Contract structure preserves mid-tier flexibility while securing a high-volume shooter.
Jaden Ivey (Detroit Pistons)
October 2025
Right knee procedure sidelines the guard for a minimum month, unrelated to last season’s left leg fracture. Rehab begins immediately with a four-week re-evaluation. Detroit will cover usage with guard rotation tweaks while monitoring swelling and strength benchmarks.
Jaren Jackson Jr (Memphis Grizzlies)
October 2025
Jackson returned to preseason action ahead of schedule after toe surgery, easing concerns about opening-night availability under new coach Tuomas Iisalo. Minutes now target conditioning and lineup reps. His two-way impact remains central as Memphis resets schemes in Iisalo’s first full year.
Kevon Looney (New Orleans Pelicans)
October 2025
Looney sustained a proximal tibiofibular ligament sprain in his left knee on the Australia preseason trip and will be re-evaluated in two to three weeks. Plan is to rest and light work before a surgery call. Earliest return points to late November, thinning Pelicans size at the season’s start.
Malcolm Brogdon
October 2025
Brogdon ends his career at 32 after signing with the Knicks in September, closing a résumé that includes Rookie of the Year and Sixth Man of the Year honors over 436 games. He exits on his terms to focus on life beyond basketball, leaving a model of efficiency, playmaking and professionalism across Bucks, Pacers, Celtics, Blazers and Wizards stints.
Keegan Murray (Sacramento Kings)
October 2025
Murray is set for a five-year 140 million dollar deal to stay in Sacramento after averaging 12.4 points and 6.7 rebounds with durable availability across three seasons. Extension secures a two-way forward in his mid-prime as the Kings prioritize continuity around spacing and size while he rehabs for an on-time return.
Topps x NBA
October 2025
Fanatics Collectibles, the NBA and NBPA launch fully licensed Topps Basketball on Oct 23 with 1-of-1 Rookie Debut Patch autos and Gold NBA Logoman Patch programs tied to award winners. Physical and digital rollouts include global fan events and the NBA Collect app on Nov 5, aiming to deepen engagement and modernize trading experiences.
Darius Garland (Cleveland Cavaliers)
October 2025
Garland did brief live five-on-five in shootaround as he recovers from offseason surgery on his left big toe. The timeline for opening night remains uncertain, but staff called the session encouraging.
Cleveland will progress conservatively given the injury’s variability. Conditioning and recovery response will determine next steps as the Cavs target an early-season return without setbacks.
Golden State Warriors
October 2025
Golden State are testing an older core with Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, Jimmy Butler, and Al Horford. Butler strained an ankle in practice and will miss the Blazers preseason trip with a possible return by Friday.
Brandin Podziemski impressed with expanded touches. Kerr is calibrating lineups for health, defense, and shooting balance. Early availability for Butler will shape opening rotations around Curry’s usage.
Jason Kidd (Dallas Mavericks)
October 2025
Dallas signed Kidd to a multiyear extension after fending off Knicks interest and stabilising the bench through roster turbulence. The franchise pivots to a youth centric core led by top pick Cooper Flagg.
Continuity is the priority after a volatile cycle. With Kyrie Irving returning from injury and depth upgraded, Dallas backs Kidd’s defensive structure and development track to re enter contention around their new cornerstone.
