Overview

• Twenty-five teams convene for Media Day to launch training camps, with preseason opening Oct. 2 in Abu Dhabi and the regular season starting Oct. 21.
• LeBron James enters his 23rd season set to address questions about his future since he is not under contract for next year.
• The NBA’s review of Kawhi Leonard’s reported $28 million endorsement with Aspiration Fund Adviser continues with outside counsel, and the Clippers say they welcome the investigation.
• Jayson Tatum shared video of on-court rehab work as he recovers from an Achilles tear, while Victor Wembanyama is expected to be ready for San Antonio’s opener.
• Reigning champion Oklahoma City returns most of its rotation, announced its camp roster, still has one two-way slot in play with Malevy Leons and Chris Youngblood viewed as frontrunners, and will raise its banner Oct. 21 vs. the Rockets.