Steven Adams (Houston Rockets)
June 2025
Steven Adams has signed a fully guaranteed three-year, $39 million extension with the Rockets, keeping him under contract through 2028 and removing him from the free agency pool.
Adams, a key leader in Houston’s playoff return, was a priority for the franchise after contributing on both ends post-injury. He excelled in zone defense and led the league in offensive rebounding percentage.
Russell Westbrook (Denver Nuggets)
June 2025
Russell Westbrook has declined his $3.4 million player option for the 2025–26 season, making him an unrestricted free agent when the market opens on June 30.
After averaging 13.3 points, 6.1 assists, and 4.9 rebounds in 75 games for Denver, Westbrook opted out despite recent hand surgery. The 36-year-old veteran remains determined to chase an NBA title and resume training this offseason.
Kevin Durant (Phoenix Suns)
June 2025
Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns are working together to find a trade partner, with interest from multiple NBA teams. Durant’s future hinges on a suitable fit and his potential long-term contract extension, with talks expected to escalate.
Durant’s camp and Suns management have met several times in recent days, exploring destinations like Houston, San Antonio, and New York. His $54.7M salary and extension eligibility post-trade make this a calculated negotiation amid Phoenix’s recent front-office overhaul.
Cooper Flagg (Dallas Mavericks)
May 2025
After winning the NBA draft lottery with just a 1.8% chance, the Dallas Mavericks plan to select Duke forward Cooper Flagg with the No. 1 pick and will not trade the pick for any established superstar.
Despite fan backlash from the earlier Luka Dončić trade, Mavs governor Patrick Dumont sees Flagg as a “gift” and wants to secure the franchise’s future around the 6’9″ Duke star. Flagg dominated college basketball this season, averaging 19.2 points and leading Duke to the Final Four.
JD Davison (Boston Celtics)
April 13, 2025
The Celtics are converting G League MVP JD Davison’s contract into a standard two-year NBA deal, securing their final roster spot ahead of the playoffs.
Davison averaged 25.1 points, 7.6 assists, and 5.6 rebounds for G League Maine. Despite limited NBA minutes (1.7 PPG across 34 games), Boston sees potential value as they gear up for postseason action.
P.J. Tucker (New York Knicks)
April 2025
The Knicks plan to sign P.J. Tucker to a two-year contract with a team option for the 2025–26 season after two 10-day deals.
Though he appeared in just one game, Tucker’s leadership, playoff pedigree, and elite corner 3-point shooting (most made in NBA over last 12 seasons) convinced New York to retain him for their postseason run.
Boston Celtics, Bill Chisholm, Wyc Grousbeck, Steve Pagliuca
March 2025
A group led by Bill Chisholm has agreed to purchase the Boston Celtics for $6.1 billion, setting a record for the highest franchise sale in North American sports history.
The deal surpasses the $6.05B Washington Commanders sale. Current CEO Wyc Grousbeck will remain in charge until the 2027-28 season. The transaction could also impact NBA expansion discussions.
