Ausar Thompson has agreed to a five-year, $155 million contract extension with the Detroit Pistons according to Shams Charania. (Source: Shams Charania on Twitter )
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Fri, Sep 18th 12:19pm EDT
By Garrett Ball
Keyonte George has agreed to a five-year $157 million extension with the Utah Jazz. (Source: Shams Charania on X)
Fantasy Impact: The Jazz lock in their budding star for the long term. They’ve not been in western conference contention for a while now, but hopefully between George, Lauri Markkanen, and Ace Bailey, they can get things moving along and back up to the top of the standings.
The 76ers signed Jameer Nelson Jr.
Fantasy Impact: Nelson will compete for a depth role. He will remain off the fantasy radar.
The 76ers signed Saint Thomas.
Fantasy Impact: Thomas will compete for a depth role. He will remain off the fantasy radar.
The 76ers signed Tacko Fall.
Fantasy Impact: Fall last played in the NBA in 2022. He'll compete for a depth role at center.
The Pistons have guaranteed Paul Reed’s contract for the 2026-27 season.
Fantasy Impact: Reed will figure to step into a bigger role this season for Detroit with Isaiah Stewart traded.
Khalifa Diop has signed a four-year, $9.26 million contract with the Cavaliers.
Fantasy Impact: Diop has remained in Spain ever since he was drafted by Cleveland in 2022.
The Magic signed JD Davison to an Exhibit 10 contract.
Fantasy Impact: Davison will figure to remain off the fantasy radar.
The Magic signed Malaki Branham to an Exhibit 10 contract.
Fantasy Impact: Branham will figure to remain off the fantasy radar.
The Nets signed Grant Nelson to a two-way contract.
Fantasy Impact: Nelson made four appearances for Brooklyn last season. He will remain off the fantasy radar.
Ben Simmons has agreed to a one-year, $3.5 million deal with the Sacramento Kings. (Source: Shams Charania on X)
Fantasy Impact: Simmons last played during the 2024-25 season before missing all of last year. He wasn’t productive during his short stint with the Clippers, averaging less than three points per game. However, his rebounding and assist totals were still solid enough for his role, and it’s possible he could find himself as a rotational distributor for the Kings. He’s not relevant for fantasy at this moment, but time will tell.
The Brandon Williams has agreed to a one-year, $2.6 million deal to sign with the Golden State Warriors.
Fantasy Impact: Williams is coming off the best season of his career. He'll add depth in the back court with Golden State.
The Warriors signed Georges Niang to a one-year deal worth $3.9 million.
Fantasy Impact: Niang did not play last season due to a foot injury. He will add depth off the bench for Golden State.
The Nuggets signed Bryce Hopkins to a two-way contract.
Fantasy Impact: Hopkins was the 49th overall pick in the 2026 draft. He'll remain off the fantasy radar this season.
The Rockets signed Rafael Castro to a two-way contract.
Fantasy Impact: Castro will compete for a roster spot with Houston.
The Heat have signed Nick Richards to a one-year contract.
Fantasy Impact: Richards will add depth down low for Miami. He'll remain off the fantasy radar.
The Warriors signed Dalen Terry to an Exhibit 10 contract.
Fantasy Impact: Terry has yet to establish himself ever since he was the No. 28 pick in the 2022 NBA Draft. He will remain off the fantasy radar.
The Jazz acquired Josh Green from the Timberwolves for Cody Williams and John Konchar.
Fantasy Impact: Green appeared in 58 games for the Hornets last season. He will likely remain off the fantasy radar.
The Timberwolves acquired Cody Williams.
Fantasy Impact: Williams will figure to hold a depth role on the wing for Minnesota. He will likely remain off the fantasy radar.
The Cavaliers have waived Cam whitmore. (Source: Michael Scotto on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Whitmore had recently been acquired by Cleveland in a trade. He will seek a new landing spot this offseason.
