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Deni Avdija Poised to Leave Portland as Contract Rules, Owner Frugality and Injury Narrow Options

League insiders say CBA limits on veteran extensions and Portland’s cost-cutting make a fair early raise unlikely and leave Avdija on track to reach the open market.

Jalen Duren Talks Narrow; No Deal Yet Between Center and Pistons

Tony Parker Declares Victor Wembanyama 'Maybe the Best' and Predicts Championships

Clippers Acquire Max Strus in Five‑Team Trade

Rui Hachimura Leaves Lakers to Sign Two‑Year Deal With Clippers

Grizzlies and D'Angelo Russell Expected to Part Ways

Wizards Shut Down No. 1 Pick AJ Dybantsa After Two Summer League Games

Dereck Lively II Making Measured Progress After Foot Surgery but Still Not Running or Jumping

Nets Drop Eighth Straight as Cavaliers Edge Brooklyn 106-102

Draymond Green Details Viral Wembanyama Clash as Injury Timeline Emerges

Heat Eye Reunion With Precious Achiuwa To Bolster Frontcourt Depth

Bulls Finalize Extension of Coach Billy Donovan