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Grading the Peyton Watson multiteam trade (and more): Which team gets a D?
We're grading the biggest offseason, including the multiteam deal that sent Peyton Watson to Cleveland.[read more]

Grading the James Harden deal (and every free agency signing): Why the Cavs get a 'B'
We're grading the biggest free agent signings and extensions, including James Harden's new deal with the Cavaliers.[read more]

Sources: NBA lacks proof Ballmer paid via firms
The NBA has found no evidence showing LA Clippers owner Steve Ballmer funneled money through team sponsors to pay Kawhi Leonard, according to three people with knowledge of discussions between the two sides in recent days.[read more]

Suns to install NBA's largest exterior video display
The Suns said Tuesday it is installing an LED display on the exterior of Mortgage Matchup Center that will measure 226 feet wide by 41 feet tall.[read more]

Five Buss siblings 'united' in selling Lakers shares
Five of the six members of the Buss trust say they are "united" in their intention to sell their remaining shares in the Lakers, despite pushback from Jeanie Buss.[read more]

Knicks title 'embarrassing' to Nets, owner says
Nets owner Joe Tsai admitted in a recent interview that the Knicks' title run is "embarrassing" to his franchise.[read more]

Wemby named France captain for FIBA qualifiers
The French national team announced Victor Wembanyama as its captain Wednesday in preparation for the FIBA World Cup European qualifiers.[read more]

5-team deal sends Watson to Cavs, Strus to Clips
The Cavaliers, Nuggets and Clippers have agreed on a trade that will send Peyton Watson to Cleveland and Max Strus to Los Angeles, sources told ESPN. Watson will sign a new four-year, $88 million deal to join the Cavaliers, his agents said.[read more]

Lakers minority owner not selling his 4% stake
One of the Lakers' minority owners, Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong, has no plans to sell his 4% stake in the team, his attorney told ESPN.[read more]

Harden agrees to $97M deal to remain with Cavs
James Harden has agreed to a new three-year, $97 million contract to remain with the Cavaliers, his agency, Equity Sports, told ESPN on Thursday.[read more]