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Kuminga contract standoff drags on at Golden State Warriors

Jonathan Kuminga (Golden State Warriors)
September 2025

Jonathan Kuminga’s contract talks with the Golden State Warriors remain deadlocked as the 22-year-old weighs a two-year $45m deal with a team option against a $7.9m one-year qualifying offer. Training camp looms with no resolution in sight. Kuminga reportedly wants clarity on his role, wary of being used as a “pawn” after four inconsistent years. Last season he averaged 15.3 points and 4.6 rebounds. The Warriors prefer him signing long-term but risk losing leverage if he chooses the qualifying offer.

NBA Investigates Clippers Over Kawhi Salary-Cap Scandal

Kawhi Leonard (LA Clippers)
September 2025

The NBA launched an investigation into Kawhi Leonard’s $28m “no-show” endorsement deal with failed tree-planting firm Aspiration, allegedly linked to Clippers owner Steve Ballmer. Documents suggest the deal was designed to skirt salary cap rules. If proven, penalties could include heavy fines, lost draft picks, voided contracts, and suspensions. The Clippers deny wrongdoing, insisting the partnership ended before Aspiration’s collapse.

Ben Simmons Reportedly Considering Retirement

Ben Simmons
September 2025

Former All-Star Ben Simmons is weighing retirement at age 29 as injuries and mental struggles derail his once-promising career. After three All-Star nods and Rookie of the Year honours, Simmons has battled chronic back and nerve issues alongside criticism of his shooting. Once a 12+ FGA player, he averaged just 4.4 attempts last season with Brooklyn and LA.

Bulls to Retire Derrick Rose’s Jersey in 2026 Ceremony

Derrick Rose (Chicago Bulls)
August 2025

The Chicago Bulls will retire Derrick Rose’s No.1 jersey at the United Center. Rose, the youngest MVP in NBA history, will join legends Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen, Bob Love, and Jerry Sloan in the rafters in a special tribute. Drafted first overall in 2008, Rose became a Bulls icon before injuries disrupted his prime. Despite setbacks, he averaged 17.4 points over 723 games and produced memorable highlights, including a 50-point game with Minnesota. The ceremony celebrates his enduring legacy in Chicago.

NBA Pushes for Prop Bet Limits After Gambling Scandal

NBA
August 2025

The NBA and players’ union voiced support for stricter limitations on prop bets following the Jontay Porter gambling scandal. Porter, banned in 2024 after manipulating performances, pleaded guilty to federal conspiracy charges. Ongoing investigations also involve Terry Rozier and Malik Beasley.
The NBA previously restricted betting on two-way players after Porter’s case but now believes more prop bet curbs are necessary to protect integrity. The NBPA views Porter’s case as isolated but acknowledges growing player harassment from gamblers, pushing for regulations to reduce abuse.

Celtics Sold for U.S. Sports Record $6.1B

Boston Celtics
August 2025

NBA approved the sale of the Celtics to Bill Chisholm’s group for $6.1B, rising to $7.3B with full control by 2028. Chisholm outbid rivals including Steve Pagliuca; the sale surpasses the $6.05B paid for the NFL’s Commanders in 2023 and sets a new NBA record.

Celtics Hand Coach Mazzulla Multi-Year Extension

Joe Mazzulla (Boston Celtics)
August 2025

he Boston Celtics have extended head coach Joe Mazzulla’s contract after he led the team to the 2024 NBA Championship and averaged over 60 wins per season in his first three years. Mazzulla holds a 182-64 regular-season record and 33-17 playoff record, with four Eastern Conference Coach of the Month awards. He became the youngest head coach to win the Finals since 1969.

Tatum Makes Public Appearance Amid Achilles Recovery

Jayson Tatum (Boston Celtics)
August 2025

Jayson Tatum, recovering from May surgery on a ruptured right Achilles tendon, was spotted at the New England Patriots’ joint training camp without a boot or brace. He is expected to miss most or all of next NBA season. Tatum stood on the sidelines, chatting with Patriots players and Washington QB Jayden Daniels. He has been seen in Celtics facility workouts, with Brad Stevens confirming steady progress but no rushed return timeline.

NBA Sets 2026 Regular-Season Games in Berlin and London

Memphis Grizzlies, Orlando Magic (NBA)
January 15 & 18, 2026

The NBA has confirmed that the Grizzlies and Magic will play regular-season games in Berlin and London in January 2026, marking the league’s first regular-season game in Germany and 10th in London.
The games will be held at Uber Arena and The O2, presented by Tissot. The NBA also revealed future games in Manchester and Paris for 2027, and in Berlin and Paris for 2028, with teams to be announced later.

NBA Talent Set to Shine at FIBA EuroBasket 2025

NBA and former NBA players across 24 national teams
August 27 – September 14, 2025

EuroBasket 2025 will feature current and former NBA stars including Luka Dončić (Slovenia), Giannis Antetokounmpo (Greece), and Nikola Jokić (Serbia) competing across four host nations. Preliminary rosters highlight significant NBA involvement.
Countries like Serbia (Jokić, Bogdanović), France (Risacher, Coulibaly), and Germany (Schröder, Wagner) bring depth, while newcomers like Ben Saraf (Israel) and Saliou Niang (Italy) join the mix. The final will be held in Arena Riga, Latvia.

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