Aaron Nesmith has agreed to a two-year, $40.4 million extension with the Indiana Pacers, keeping him under contract through the 2028-29 season and including a trade kicker.

The Atlanta Hawks have signed All-Defensive guard Dyson Daniels to a four-year, $100 million rookie contract extension, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. 

The agreement was finalized just hours before the extension deadline, securing the 22-year-old a spot on the Hawks roster alongside forward Jalen Johnson.

Christian Braun has agreed to a five-year, $125 million extension with the Denver Nuggets after a breakout third season, where he averaged career highs across every major stat. His growth as a full-time starter has made him a key piece alongside Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, Aaron Gordon, and new acquisition Cam Johnson.

The Oklahoma City Thunder have signed Dariq Whitehead to an Exhibit 10 contract, giving the team his G-League rights. A 2023 first-round pick, Whitehead spent the past two seasons with the Brooklyn Nets, battling early-career injuries.

Jaden Ivey underwent an arthroscopic procedure to treat right knee discomfort, which the Pistons confirmed is unrelated to his previous fibula injury. Before the injury, Ivey was having a breakout season, averaging 17.6 points, 4.1 rebounds, and four assists on 46% shooting and 40.9% from three.

The Milwaukee Bucks have signed guard AJ Green to a four-year, $45 million fully guaranteed extension, according to ESPN.

This deal rewards the 26-year-old for his steady rise since joining the Bucks as an undrafted free agent in 2022.

Mitchell Robinson was held out of today’s Knicks practice as part of the team’s workload management plan. With the regular season approaching, New York plans to carefully manage Robinson’s minutes and rest him in select games as a precaution given his injury history.

The Sacramento Kings have locked in Keegan Murray with a five-year, $140 million rookie extension. Murray became a vital contributor, helping end Sacramento’s playoff drought and establishing himself among the league’s top young players.

New York Knicks guard Malcolm Brogdon has announced his retirement from basketball after nine NBA seasons, he told ESPN’s Shams Charania on Wednesday.

Brogdon, 32, signed a one-year deal with the Knicks in September and was expected to serve as a reserve guard under head coach Mike Brown. However, after deliberating during training camp, he informed team officials of his decision to step away from the game before the start of the 2025–26 season.

Russell Westbrook has agreed to a deal with the Sacramento Kings after staying patient in free agency, bringing established connections across the organization. Westbrook, who holds the NBA record for triple-doubles, adds veteran experience from six other teams, including the Nuggets, Lakers, and Thunder.

The Dallas Mavericks have signed head coach Jason Kidd to a multiyear extension after leading the franchise to the 2023-24 Finals — their first appearance since 2011. Kidd, who has a 179-149 record in four seasons with Dallas, has drawn interest from other teams but remains with the Mavericks.

Keegan Murray will undergo surgery after suffering a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his left thumb during Friday’s preseason loss to Portland. The Kings will need to adjust their forward rotation while Murray, entering his fourth season and eligible for an extension, is sidelined.

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James will miss the start of the 2025–26 NBA season due to sciatica on his right side, Shams Charania of ESPN announced Thursday. 

The 21-time All-Star is expected to be reevaluated in three to four weeks, ruling him out for opening night when the Lakers host the Golden State Warriors on October 21. 

The Indiana Pacers have signed Cameron Payne to a training camp deal. Payne, who appeared in 72 games for the Knicks last season, averaged 6.9 points, 1.4 rebounds, and 2.8 assists, before seeing his numbers dip in the playoffs.

Jamal Shead’s offseason leadership with teammates has helped him carve out a prominent role among Toronto’s younger players, echoing the path of undersized guards like Fred VanVleet. Known for his humility and charisma, Shead contributed in 75 games as a rookie, averaging 7.1 points, 1.5 rebounds, and 4.2 assists.

The New York Knicks have added veteran shooting coach Peter Patton to their staff, according to James L. Edwards III of The Athletic. 

Patton brings nearly a decade of experience as one of the league’s most respected shooting specialists, having previously worked with the Minnesota Timberwolves (2016–18), Dallas Mavericks (2018–23), and Chicago Bulls (2023–25). 

The Cavaliers will take a cautious approach with Lonzo Ball to start the season, limiting him to about 20 minutes per game and sitting him out of one game in back-to-back sets. The plan, created in collaboration with Ball and the medical staff, is designed to ease him into the year following his return from a lengthy knee injury absence.

The New York Knicks have called several teams to gauge interest Pacome Dadiet, to keep Malcolm Brogdon and Landry Shamet on their Opening Night roster. Despite trade chatter, Dadiet’s strong summer work, flashes on defense, and improved G League performance have made moving him a more complicated decision for the team.

Christian Braun echoed Nikola Jokic's media day sentiment, saying he wants to stay with the Nuggets long term and win in one spot. He emphasized the relationships and trust he has built over his career, leaving contract negotiations to his representatives while focusing on improving and winning.

The Phoenix Suns exercised Ryan Dunn's third-year option, keeping him under contract for 2026-27. Dunn averaged 6.9 points and 3.6 rebounds over 74 games, made 44 starts, and became the third Suns rookie in history to record 80+ threes and 80+ combined steals and blocks.

Netflix’s Starting 5 Season 2 trailer dropped Wednesday, giving fans an inside look at NBA stars and featuring a standout moment where James Harden is pulled over by a police officer. The series follows Harden, Kevin Durant, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and others as they navigate life on and off the court during the 2024–25 season, with all eight episodes releasing on October 16.

The Miami Heat are bringing back a familiar face. Forward/center Precious Achiuwa has agreed to a one-year contract with the franchise that originally drafted him in 2020, Shams Charania told ESPN.

Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet suffered a torn ACL during an offseason workout and is expected to miss the entire 2025–26 season. VanVleet, who signed a two-year, $50 million extension in June, has been a key piece in Houston’s turnaround since 2023.

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro will undergo left foot surgery and miss the start of the 2025-26 season after battling injuries. The All-Star is coming off a career year, averaging 23.9 points, 5.5 assists, and 5.2 rebounds.

Josh Giddey, one of the NBA’s brightest young guards, has agreed to a four-year, $100 million contract to remain with the Chicago Bulls, his agent Daniel Moldovan of Lighthouse Sports Management told ESPN on Tuesday. The deal solidifies the 22-year-old Australian as the franchise’s long-term cornerstone at point guard, less than a year after Chicago acquired him from the Oklahoma City Thunder in exchange for Alex Caruso.

Ben Simmons rejected a one-year, veteran minimum contract from the New York Knicks, leaving the team still with an open roster spot as training camp approaches. Retirement rumors continue to surround Simmons as he weighs his decision.

Cam Thomas is returning to the Brooklyn Nets on a one-year, $6 million qualifying offer, giving him a no-trade clause and positioning him for unrestricted free agency next summer. Over the past two seasons, Thomas has averaged 22.9 points per game, including nine 40-point games — the fourth most in Nets history.

The Orlando Magic and Lester Quinones have agreed to an Exhibit 10 deal. Quinones will compete for a roster or two-way spot, coming off three NBA seasons and an impressive 2024-25 showing in the G League.

Luka Doncic’s midseason move from Dallas to Los Angeles stunned the NBA. Six months later, the shock has been replaced with certainty, as the 26-year-old guard signed a three-year, $165 million extension with the Lakers on the first day he was eligible.

The Boston Celtics have signed Chris Boucher to a fully guaranteed one-year, $3.3 million deal. Boucher averaged 10.0 points and 4.5 rebounds last season and is likely to have a significant role in the frontcourt as Jayson Tatum recovers from a torn Achilles.

The Cavaliers made a low-key but impactful move by acquiring Lonzo Ball from the Bulls, but with his injury history, the team is discussing resting him during back-to-backs to ensure he’s available for a playoff run.

LeBron James Jr. “Bronny James” is approaching a critical moment in his young NBA career. After a rookie season with flashes of promise, the former USC Trojans guard is preparing to take another step forward in 2025. But as he gears up for year two, attention is turning back to comments made last fall by someone outside the usual basketball circles, former President Barack Obama.

Los Angeles Lakers star guard Luka Doncic has agreed to a three-year, $165 million maximum contract extension, which includes a player option for 2028. The new deal removes his 2026–27 player option and takes him off the free agent market for next summer.

The Knicks and Mikal Bridges have agreed to a four-year, $150 million extension, including a player option and trade kicker. The team now has six core players locked in as they continue their push for a championship.

Three-time All-Star Bradley Beal has agreed to a buyout with the Phoenix Suns and is planning to sign with the Los Angeles Clippers on a two-year, $11 million deal, including a player option, upon clearing waivers, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.

The Dallas Mavericks are shutting down Cooper Flagg for the rest of summer league play after just two games, according to longtime NBA reporter Marc Stein.