NBA rumors

According to ESPN, Thanasis Antetokounmpo is signing a guaranteed one-year, $2.9M deal with the Milwaukee Bucks. The Greek forward previously played in Milwaukee from 2019 to 2024.

Thanasis’ return also signals that Giannis Antetokounmpo will stay with the Bucks to start the season, after exploring different options during the summer.

The franchise reinforces its core around the two-time MVP, keeping the Antetokounmpo brothers together in Milwaukee.

Source: ESPN

The market has gone quiet for Russell Westbrook, who remains a free agent after declining his $3.5 million player option with the Nuggets. The Sacramento Kings have shown the most interest, but they currently lack a roster spot unless they move Malik Monk or Devin Carter, which appears unlikely at this stage.

So far, no other team has been closely linked to Westbrook, leaving his NBA future hanging in the balance.

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Malik Beasley is one of the most talked-about free agents on the NBA market.

Just last week, news broke that Beasley was cleared from a federal investigation into sports betting, a situation that had initially scared off several teams early in free agency.

According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, the Detroit Pistons and Minnesota Timberwolves are the latest franchises to have reached out to the former Florida State guard, while the New York Knicks and Cleveland Cavaliers had also previously shown interest.

The situation in Cleveland could change following Max Strus’ injury, as the sharpshooter is expected to miss 3-4 months after undergoing surgery on his left foot.

The Pistons currently have the flexibility to offer Beasley a deal worth up to $7.2 million for next season. Before the betting investigation, an extension with Detroit seemed almost certain, but the team eventually shifted directions, as shown by the arrivals of Duncan Robinson and Caris LeVert.

Last season, Beasley averaged 16.3 points per game for Detroit, establishing himself as one of the league’s most reliable high-volume three-point shooters.

The Utah Jazz and rookie John Tonje have agreed to a Two-Way Contract, reports Michael Scotto.

The 24-year-old guard out of Wisconsin, selected with the 53rd overall pick in the latest Draft, finished his final season with the Badgers averaging 19.6 points (46% FG, 39% 3PT, 90% FT) and 5.3 rebounds per game.

The Golden State Warriors have reached an agreement with Taevion Kinsey, reports Michael Scotto.

The type of deal has not been specified, but the guard will likely have the opportunity to earn at least a Two-Way Contract during Training Camp.

Kinsey spent his first two professional seasons between the Utah Jazz and the Salt Lake City Stars.

Jake Fischer has added Cody Martin to the list of free agents who could potentially sign with the Golden State Warriors.

Before making any moves on the market, the Warriors’ front office needs to resolve the situation surrounding Jonathan Kuminga, a restricted free agent who has yet to accept any offer.

Martin appeared in 53 games last season between the Charlotte Hornets and the Phoenix Suns. The 29-year-old forward holds career averages of 6.2 points, 3.7 rebounds, 2.2 assists, and 1.1 steals per game in the NBA.

The Orlando Magic have reached an agreement with Colin Castleton, according to league sources speaking to HoopsHype.

The 25-year-old center played 11 games with the Toronto Raptors last season.

The Orlando Magic and Colin Castleton have agreed to a deal, league sources told @hoopshype. The 25-year-old center averaged 7.2 points on 50% shooting from the field and 6.9 rebounds in 26 minutes during 11 games played, including four starts, for Toronto last season. pic.twitter.com/pw774SaWb7

— Michael Scotto (@MikeAScotto) August 22, 2025

The New York Knicks are pursuing Malik Beasley.

Today, news broke that the gambling charges against him have been dropped. According to Jake L Fischer, New York could offer him the minimum contract.

Jahmir Young has reached an agreement with the Miami Heat, reports Michael Scotto.

The former Maryland point guard appeared in six games as a rookie with the Chicago Bulls.

Young made his mark primarily in the G League, averaging over 21 points, 7 assists, and 2 steals per game between the Grand Rapids Gold and the Windy City Bulls.

Amir Coffey is joining the Milwaukee Bucks on a one-year contract, reports Shams Charania.

The guard spent the past six seasons with the Los Angeles Clippers, averaging 9.7 points per game last season while shooting 40% from beyond the arc.

The Portland Trail Blazers are set to change hands and welcome a new owner. His identity has been revealed: it will be Tom Dundon, who also owns the NHL’s Carolina Hurricanes.

According to Sportico, the franchise will be purchased by Dundon and his group of investors for a figure exceeding $4 billion. As per Paul Allen’s wishes, all proceeds from the sale of the franchise will be donated to charity.

Tom Dundon’s intention is to keep the team in the city of Portland.

 According to Michael Scotto, the Denver Nuggets have reached an agreement with Kessler Edwards.

The 25-year-old forward is coming off a season with the Mavericks, where he averaged 4.2 points and 2.9 rebounds in 15 minutes per game — often playing out of position due to the team’s many frontcourt injuries.

Edwards previously suited up for the Kings and Nets.

While the contract details haven’t been disclosed, it’s most likely an Exhibit 10 deal, which would give the Pepperdine product a chance to compete for a roster spot during Training Camp.

The Detroit Pistons have reached an agreement with Javonte Green for the upcoming season, according to Shams Charania.

The 32-year-old wing, who also had a stint in Trieste early in his career, will enter his seventh NBA season.

Last year, Green split his time between the Pelicans and Cavaliers, averaging 5.2 points and 3.1 rebounds over 68 games.

According to Anthony Slater, restricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga has indicated a preference for accepting the $7.9 million qualifying offer over the contract proposals made so far by the Golden State Warriors.

The team had hoped to convince the forward to sign a two-year deal with a team option worth around $45 million, which would require him to waive his No Trade Clause. While such a contract would be relatively easy to move during the season, Kuminga reportedly considered it too “team-friendly.”

The player’s representatives unsuccessfully pushed for a three-year deal worth $82 million.

The situation has remained at a standstill for roughly two weeks.

Veteran guard Trae Young is not expected to finalize a contract extension with the Atlanta Hawks soon. However, both Young and the team are open to negotiating a new deal next summer, when Young will become a free agent if he declines his $48.9 million player option for the 2026-27 season.

This upcoming season could serve as a stepping stone for Young to secure a new contract. The Hawks want to continue their collaboration with their star point guard but are eager to see a strong playoff performance first. With the recent additions of Kristaps Porzingis and Nickeil Alexander-Walker, alongside the return to health of Jalen Johnson, Young feels confident about leading Atlanta deeper into the postseason.

Young led the NBA last season with 11.6 assists per game, in addition to 24.2 points and 1.2 steals.

Restricted free agent Josh Giddey and the Chicago Bulls are still far from reaching an agreement on a new contract. Giddey is aiming for a deal worth around $30 million per year, while Chicago hasn’t budged from offers averaging $20 million annually.

The Bulls’ first proposal was a four-year, $80 million contract, and they continue to stick to that figure.

Several NBA teams have shown interest in Giddey, but at the moment, only the Brooklyn Nets have the salary cap space to present him with a substantial offer. Other franchises are exploring potential sign-and-trade scenarios, yet Chicago has been hesitant to engage in such discussions. Rival teams also find it challenging to negotiate trades with the Bulls, as it’s unclear whether Chicago’s front office intends to move veteran players or strengthen the current roster.

(via Jake Fischer)

According to Stefan Bondy on X (Twitter), the New York Knicks are finalizing a deal to name Chris Jent as their new associate head coach, working under Mike Brown. Jent will be leaving his role on the Charlotte Hornets staff to take on the top assistant position in New York.

Who is Chris Jent?

• A former NBA player, Jent had a brief stint with the Knicks during the 1996–97 season (appearing in three games) and grew up in New Jersey.

• He won an NBA championship as a player with the Houston Rockets in 1994.

• Jent brings more than 18 years of NBA coaching experience, having served as an assistant with the Cavaliers, Kings, Hawks, Lakers, and most recently the Hornets in the 2024–25 season.

• He was the interim head coach of the Orlando Magic in 2004–05 (record 5–13) and recently coached the Hornets’ Summer League team to a championship in Las Vegas this summer.

This hire marks a return to New York for Jent — not only as a former Knicks player but also as a coach reconnecting with Mike Brown, with whom he worked in Cleveland from 2006 to 2010.

There are six normal roster spaces available for the Golden State Warriors. The Jonathan Kuminga problem is delaying Golden State’s roster completion. Until they reach an agreement with Kuminga, the Warriors will not proceed with any agreements that would hard-cap the team at the first or second apron.

According to reports, Golden State has agreements with Al Horford, De’Anthony Melton, and Gary Payton II to sign them when the time comes. The Warriors are also considering veteran guards Malcolm Brogdon, Seth Curry, and Javonte Green.

Last season, Brogdon was a member of the Washington Wizards. Green concluded the previous season with the Cleveland Cavaliers, whereas Curry spent the prior season or more with the Charlotte Hornets. Since it is doubtful that any of the three veterans would rejoin their previous clubs, they might assist the Warriors in adding depth to their wing and backcourt.