Sources: DeMar DeRozan, cut by Kings, hits free agency - ESPN
The Sacramento Kings are waiving DeMar DeRozan, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania, making the six-time All-Star one of the top free agents on the market.
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Celtics picking up Queta's option, adding 4-year, $56M extension - ESPN
The Boston Celtics are picking up their team option on center Neemias Queta for next season and will sign the 7-footer to a fully guaranteed four-year, $56 million extension, his agent Bill Duffy of WME Basketball tells ESPN's Shams Charania.
Sources: Restricted free agent Duren to meet with Lakers, Kings - ESPN
Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren, one of the top restricted free agents this summer, has a pair of meetings with outside teams scheduled for Tuesday, when free agency officially begins.
Bulls loosie Louw called up to Bok squad
The Springboks on Tuesday called up Bulls loose forward Elrigh Louw to their Nations Championship squad.
ESPN's Jay Williams faces awkward ribbing from colleagues during NBA Draft
Nick Wright joins Colin Cowherd to discuss the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade, the failed trade of Jaylen Brown and the potential bidding war for him, as well as the NBA Draft.
2027 NBA championship odds: Spurs early favorites to win it all, followed by Thunder and Celtics - ESPN
The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs in the 2026 NBA Finals, but the runners-up are favored to win it all next season in early championship futures. San Antonio is the +250 favorite to win the 2027 NBA championship, followed closely by the Oklahoma City Thunder at +260. The Boston Celtics come in next at +650 before the Knicks crack the list at +700 to round out the teams with shorter than 10-1 odds.
Trail Blazers hire Wolves assistant Micah Nori as coach - ESPN
The Portland Trail Blazers have hired Minnesota Timberwolves lead assistant Micah Nori as the franchise's new head coach, the team announced Tuesday.
RCB in no rush to join overseas leagues, says co-owner
BENGALURU, June 18 : Indian Premier League champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru have no immediate plans to follow rivals and buy franchises in overseas leagues, co-owner Satyan Gajwani said, as the new owners prioritise fan engagement over expansion.