Kevin Love returning to the Timberwolves is reportedly a possibility. (Source: Timberwolves Nation on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Love spent the first six seasons of his career in Minnesota. He appeared in 37 games with the Jazz last season.
Wed, Sep 2nd 4:34pm EDT
By Garrett Ball
Kawhi Leonard will not face a suspension as the NBA concludes their year long probe into salary cap circumvention. The Clippers owner Steve Balmer is suspended for a year, and the team will forfeit their first round picks in 2029, 30, 31, 32, and 2033. (Source: Shams Charania on X)
Fantasy Impact: On the bright side, at least for fantasy, Kawhi will not face suspension following the Aspiration dealings. So it’s likely that his trade to Toronto will go through. Wherever he ends up, he’s going to be just fine for fantasy. It is a big blow to the Clippers, however, who have lost a mighty amount of draft capital and flexibility in making trades to set up their future.
There have reportedly been recent negotiations between the Pelicans and restricted free agent Bennedict Mathurin. (Source: Marc Stein on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Mathurin is a restricted free agent with the Clippers. He is also drawing interest from one other unnamed team.
Tue, Jul 28th 3:02am EDT
By Ari Koslow
Klay Thompson is expected to approach the Mavericks in the near future to discuss a mutual parting of ways via trade or buyout.
Fantasy Impact: The goal is finding a situation that is a better fit for Thompson heading into next season.
The Brooklyn Nets and Michael Porter Jr. reportedly opened discussions on a contract extension recently.
Fantasy Impact: The talks remain in the early stages according to reports. Porter averaged a career-high 24 points per game in his first season in Brooklyn last season.
The Heat have been linked to Bradley Beal. (Source: Barry Jackson on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Miami continues to find ways to build its bench after trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Heat have also been linked to DeMar DeRozan.
The Heat have been linked to DeMar DeRozan. (Source: Barry Jackson on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Miami continues to find ways to build its bench after trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Heat have also been linked to Bradley Beal.
The Warriors and Brandin Podziemski are expected to hold contract extension talks this offseason. (Source: Brett Siegel on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: After not landing LeBron James, it appears the Warriors could be running back mostly the same team as they also look to re-sign Draymond Green.
The Cavaliers and Jonathan Kuminga reportedly have mutual interest. (Source: Joe Vardon on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: The Cavs missed out on landing LeBron James. It appears that Kuminga is who they could pivot to.
The Cavaliers have shown interest in Mario Hezonja. (Source: Marc Stein/Jake Fischer)
Fantasy Impact: The report came out earlier this week that the former top pick is attempting to make his return to the NBA. He has been playing for Real Madrid.
The Pelicans are in active trade discussions regarding Jordan Hawkins. (Source: Marc Stein/Jake Fischer)
Fantasy Impact: The Grizzlies have reportedly been involved. Hawkins averaged a career-high 10 points per game two seasons ago.
The Wizards plan to have extension talks with Anthony Davis. (Source: Michael Scotto)
Fantasy Impact: Davis was previously in trade rumors with the Warriors, but those talks have quieted down with Washington seemingly not wanting to trade him. It appears he'll remain with the Wizards.
The Suns reportedly hope to extend Miles Bridges. (Source: Michael Scotto)
Fantasy Impact: Phoenix landed Bridges in a trade at the end of June. He figures to be the Suns primary power forward heading into next season.
The Nuggets have rebuffed trade interest in Cam Johnson. (Source: Michael Scotto)
Fantasy Impact: Johnson has been drawing trade interest for the past month. It appears for now the Nuggets have no interest in trading him.
The Hornets have expressed interest in Dennis Schroder. (Source: Michael Scotto)
Fantasy Impact: Schroder remains a potential trade candidate from the Cavaliers.
The Mavericks reportedly could trade Daniel Gafford. (Source: Brett Siegel on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Dallas made the move to retain Moussa Cisse. Gafford will be a name to watch heading into training camp.
The Pistons' negotiations with Jalen Duren are at a standstill right now.
Fantasy Impact: According to reports, the talks could go deep into August. This will remain a situation to monitor.
The Coachella Valley Lakers would welcome Peter Suder to their roster. (Source: Dave McMenamin on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: The Lakers waived Suder from his 2-way deal to be able to sign Arthur Kaluma to a 2-way after Vegas. Suder is expected to explore other options.
The Warriors and Wolves have reportedly talked to Rui Hachimura.
Fantasy Impact: Hachimura remains unlikely to return to the Lakers. He should sign with a team fairly soon.
Thu, Jul 2nd 2:39pm EDT
By Ari Koslow
The Knicks have reportedly triedto trade for New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi. (Source: Chris Haynes on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: The Knicks are looking for a new backup center after losing Mitchell Robinson. The Pelicans have rejected multiple offers.
