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Pistons Replace Beasley with Duncan Robinson

Duncan Robinson (Miami Heat > Detroit Pistons)
July 2025

Duncan Robinson is joining the Pistons on a three-year, $48 million deal via sign-and-trade with the Miami Heat. He fills a sharpshooter role after Detroit paused talks with Malik Beasley due to a federal gambling investigation.
Robinson opted out of his Miami deal to explore free agency. Detroit quickly secured him after Beasley’s deal fell through, acquiring the 39.7% career 3-point shooter who ranks eighth in threes made since 2019-20.

Bulls lock in Josh Giddey on 4-year, $100M deal

Josh Giddey (Chicago Bulls)
September 2025

Josh Giddey has agreed to a four-year, $100 million deal with the Chicago Bulls, ending a tense restricted free agency standoff. The 22-year-old point guard joins Alex Caruso in a headline-making swap that reshaped both Chicago and Oklahoma City’s rosters. After Chicago acquired Giddey in a straight-up deal for Caruso, he impressed with averages of 14.6 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 7.2 assists. His size and versatility allow Billy Donovan to experiment with guard-heavy lineups as the Bulls build around their young core.

Pelicans sign DeAndre Jordan amid frontcourt injuries

DeAndre Jordan (New Orleans Pelicans)
October 2025

With Kevon Looney sidelined (knee) and rookie Yves Missi day-to-day (ankle), New Orleans added veteran center DeAndre Jordan on a one-year pact. The former All-Star bolsters rim protection, screening, and rebounding depth beside Zion Williamson. Expect situational minutes, drop coverage heavy looks, and second-unit stabilization as the Pelicans navigate a tricky early schedule.

Isaiah Jackson Re-Signs with Pacers on 3-Year, $21M Deal

Isaiah Jackson (Indiana Pacers)
July 2025

Free agent center Isaiah Jackson has agreed to a three-year, $21 million contract to return to the Indiana Pacers, adding frontcourt depth after the offseason exit of longtime starter Myles Turner.
Jackson missed most of last season with an Achilles tear but impressed in 2023–24 with solid rim protection and rebounding. Indiana is investing in his development alongside Wiseman and Jay Huff.

Lakers Linked to Trade Move for Pistons’ Jaden Ivey

Jaden Ivey (Detroit Pistons)
September 2025

With Luka Dončić secured long-term, the Lakers are exploring ways to strengthen their backcourt and have been linked to Detroit guard Jaden Ivey. A trade would likely involve a first-round pick plus a rotation player, such as Rui Hachimura or Gabe Vincent. Ivey averaged 17.6 points before fracturing his fibula last season, raising doubts about his Pistons fit alongside Cade Cunningham. Detroit may demand significant assets to part with him. For LA, Ivey offers immediate impact and a long-term core piece alongside Dončić and LeBron.

Report: Grizzlies and Jazz Agree Jaren Jackson Jr.-Centered Trade

Jaren Jackson Jr
January 2026

ESPN’s Shams Charania reported a major multi-player deal: Memphis would send Jackson Jr., Konchar, Landale and Williams Jr. to Utah for Clayton Jr., Anderson, Hendricks, Niang and three future first-round picks. The report frames it as deadline-driven roster reshaping, with Memphis cashing in a core forward for picks and rotation pieces, while Utah adds a star-level frontcourt talent plus depth. No confirmation language included in the text.

Middleton Picks Up $33.3M Option to Stay with Wizards

Khris Middleton (Washington Wizards)
June 2025

Khris Middleton has exercised his $33.3 million player option for the 2025–26 season, confirming his return to the Washington Wizards for a second year following his trade from Milwaukee.
Despite injury setbacks, the veteran remains a reliable scorer and playmaker. He averaged 19 points and 6.4 assists per 36 minutes last season, with a 58.8 true shooting percentage—third-best of his career.

Bucks Add Coffey to Bolster Shaky Small Forward Depth

Amir Coffey (Milwaukee Bucks)
August 2025

Milwaukee Bucks signed Amir Coffey after waiving Damian Lillard, addressing their small forward shortage exposed in last season’s playoffs. The 27-year-old forward, a reliable shooter from the Clippers, arrives on a low-cost deal to strengthen Milwaukee’s thin rotation. Bucks struggled at small forward in their playoff exit, with Kyle Kuzma and Taurean Prince underperforming. Coffey provides depth despite modest usage and rebounding. Milwaukee may still explore trades if they contend, but his signing buys flexibility while sacrificing Andre Jackson Jr.’s spot.

Kuminga Saga Ends as Warriors Seal $48.5M Deal

Jonathan Kuminga (Golden State Warriors)
October 2025

Jonathan Kuminga and the Golden State Warriors have finally ended their contract standoff, agreeing to a two-year, $48.5 million deal. The agreement avoids the qualifying offer route and keeps the former No. 7 pick under team control for at least this season.
Though the deal includes a team option, reports say it’s essentially a formality and will be declined next summer, making Kuminga an unrestricted free agent. The contract also keeps him tradable, with discussions expected ahead of the deadline once he’s eligible in January.

Coby White Says Trade to Hornets Felt Inevitable

Coby White
February 2026

White says he expected to be moved after Chicago traded other veterans and shifted direction. He is now with Charlotte but has not debuted yet due to a calf injury, and there is no timetable for his return. He describes the deal as a homecoming to North Carolina and says the Hornets have welcomed him into a rising, young group. He expects to fit behind LaMelo Ball initially, while providing depth and flexibility given the team’s backcourt demands.

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