- Kawhi Leonard scrutiny: $48m Aspiration deal criticism and a separate league probe into a $28m arrangement.
- NBA opens investigation: Possible fines, picks, and suspensions on the table for the Clippers.
- Spurs injury concern: Another major setback before camp for a roster led by Victor Wembanyama and De’Aaron Fox.
- Kuminga standoff: Two-year $45m offer versus one-year $7.9m qualifying offer.
- Cam Thomas decision: One-year $6m qualifying offer accepted with eyes on 2026.
- Ben Simmons update: Retirement considered as health issues linger.
- Celtics debate: Analysts urge a reset after heavy attrition.
- Jose Alvarado injury: Stretchered off in AmeriCup overtime for Puerto Rico.
- George Raveling: Hall of Fame coach and endorsement pioneer died at 88.
- Tyronn Lue on Knicks: Criticized the Tom Thibodeau firing after a 51-win season.
- DeMarcus Cousins on CP3: Said Chris Paul is outside the all-time top five at point guard.
- Jeremy Lin: Announced retirement after a 15-year pro career.