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<p>The Phoenix Suns signed <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/37815" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/37815">Devin Booker</a> to a two-year, $145-million max contract extension through the 2029-30 campaign.</p><p>The deal carries the highest annual salary for an extension in NBA history.</p><p>Booker had three seasons remaining on his existing deal, but was eligible for an extension July 6.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>"This moment means so much to me and my family," Booker said in a statement. "Ten years ago, my NBA dreams became reality when I was drafted here and Phoenix is my home. I love this city and am proud of what we have accomplished throughout my decade here. I am grateful to Mat Ishbia and the entire Phoenix Suns organization for the partnership. Thank you fans for your loyalty and support. More to come!!"</p><p>Phoenix selected Booker with the No. 13 pick in 2015. The Kentucky product has spent his entire career with the franchise, developing into a four-time All-Star and two-time All-NBA selection.</p><p>Booker led the Suns to their third Finals appearance in franchise history four years ago. The 28-year-old is the club's all-time leader in points and 3-pointers.</p><p>"Devin Booker is the embodiment of the Phoenix Suns, representing the best of our organization, our community and our future,” Suns owner Mat Ishbia said. "As the team's all-time leading scorer, his on-court achievements are unparalleled and the result of his relentless preparation and unwavering pursuit of excellence. </p><p>"His character, leadership and 'I'll do it' mentality define the standards and culture we uphold. Moreover, his connection with our fans is unique - his impact resonates across the Valley, and his tireless efforts in supporting Arizona's youth and families reflect the deep community bond we cherish."</p><p>He averaged 25.6 points and a career-high 7.1 assists across 75 appearances last season.</p>

PHOENIX, AZ - FEBRUARY 7: Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns celebrates during the game against the Utah Jazz on February 7, 2025 at Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE

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<p>The groups for the 2025-26 NBA Cup were announced Wednesday.</p><p>Each conference was divided into three groups of five teams based on last season's records. West Group B notably features both <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/68198" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/68198">Luka Doncic</a>'s Los Angeles Lakers and the team that traded him away, the Dallas Mavericks.</p><p>The in-season tourney will begin Oct. 31 and conclude Dec. 13 and 16 in Las Vegas with the semifinal and championship game, respectively.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Here are the results of the group draw.</p><h3>East</h3><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
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</table></div></figure><p>After the group-play stage, the top teams from each group and one wild-card club from each conference will advance to the knockout rounds, which consist of single-elimination games.</p><p>The Bucks defeated the Thunder 97-81 in last season's NBA Cup final.</p>

LAS VEGAS, NV - DECEMBER 17: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks celebrates after the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the Emirates NBA Cup Championship game on December 17, 2024 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE

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<p><em>WNBA Power Rankings are selected by a panel of theScore's basketball editors.</em></p><p>This week, we're casting aside cynicism and taking a positive approach by identifying one reason for optimism for each of the league's 13 teams.</p><p><strong>Jump to:</strong><br><a href="#ATL">ATL</a> | <a href="#CHI">CHI</a> | <a href="#CON">CON</a> | <a href="#DAL">DAL</a> | <a href="#GSV">GSV</a> | <a href="#IND">IND</a> | <a href="#LV">LV</a> | <a href="#LA">LA</a> | <a href="#MIN">MIN</a> | <a href="#NY">NY</a> | <a href="#PHX">PHX</a> | <a href="#SEA">SEA</a> | <a href="#WSH">WSH</a></p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><h3>1. <a id="MIN" name="MIN">Minnesota Lynx (17-2)</a>
</h3><p><em>Previous: </em>1</p><p><strong>Historic dominance:</strong> There are plenty of reasons for optimism in Minnesota. Among them is a plus-11.1 point differential on the season that puts the Lynx in a rarified class: Only six other teams in WNBA history have posted a double-digit point differential, and all six of them went on to win the title that year.</p><h3>2. <a id="PHX" name="PHX">Phoenix Mercury (13-6)</a>
</h3><p><em>Previous: </em>2</p><p><strong>The Big Three's limited court time:</strong> Injuries have kept Alyssa Thomas, Satou Sabally, and Kahleah Copper from playing simultaneously. Still, the Mercury have established themselves as title contenders, and the chemistry between their star trio is only going to grow as the season progresses.</p><h3>3. <a id="SEA" name="SEA">Seattle Storm (12-7)</a>
</h3><p><em>Previous: </em>5</p><p><strong>Superstar trio:</strong> The Storm are threatening the WNBA's elite this season, and All-Stars Nneka Ogwumike, Skylar Diggins, and Gabby Williams have been a three-headed monster on offense. They're the league's highest-scoring trio (48.9<strong> </strong>points per game) with 10 or more games played together.</p><h3>4. <a id="NY" name="NY">New York Liberty (13-6)</a>
</h3><p><em>Previous: </em>3</p><p><strong>Jonquel Jones' return:</strong> New York has cooled after rattling off nine straight wins to begin the season. The Liberty's interior defense has struggled without the reigning Finals MVP patrolling the paint. Jones' eventual return to the lineup should point the club back in the right direction.</p><h3>5. <a id="ATL" name="ATL">Atlanta Dream (12-7)</a>
</h3><p><em>Previous: </em>4</p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/793270/cropped_GettyImages-2223535926.jpg?ts=1751857882" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/793270/w220xh124_GettyImages-2223535926.jpg?ts=1751857882 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/793270/w320xh180_GettyImages-2223535926.jpg?ts=1751857882 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/793270/w640xh360_GettyImages-2223535926.jpg?ts=1751857882 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/793270/w768xh432_GettyImages-2223535926.jpg?ts=1751857882 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/793270/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2223535926.jpg?ts=1751857882 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Andrew J. Clark/ISI Photos / ISI Photos / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p><strong>Karl Smesko's offense:</strong> The first-year head coach has transformed Atlanta into one of the league's most explosive offenses. Smesko's emphasis on 3-pointers has been at the core of the team's turnaround and helped Allisha Gray earn her first All-Star starting nod. The Dream have managed to light up the scoreboard despite being inefficient from beyond the arc.</p><h3>6. <a id="GSV" name="GSV">Golden State Valkyries (9-9)</a>
</h3><p><em>Previous: </em>6</p><p><strong>Uncharted waters:</strong> The Valkyries now have nine victories on the campaign, which ties or surpasses all other expansion teams this century, and their .500 win percentage could challenge the 1998 Dallas Wings (.567) for the best expansion season in league history. Few could have foreseen this.</p><h3>7. <a id="IND" name="IND">Indiana Fever (9-9)</a>
</h3><p><em>Previous: </em>7</p><p><strong>Fever's resilience:</strong> Caitlin Clark has been sidelined for extended portions of the season, while DeWanna Bonner's exit was an unwanted distraction. The Fever persevered through the adversity to upset the Lynx in the Commissioner's Cup final and dismantle the Aces. Multiple players stepped up in Clark's absence, and that'll help the team in the long run.</p><h3>8. <a id="LV" name="LV">Las Vegas Aces (9-9)</a>
</h3><p><em>Previous: </em>8</p><p><strong>A'ja Wilson exists:</strong> The Aces have underwhelmed, prompting coach Becky Hammon to characterize a recent loss to the Fever as "trash," but on the bright side, Wilson is playing at an elite level. The three-time MVP is second in the league in scoring (20.7) and rebounds (8.7) and leads all players with 2.4<strong> </strong>blocks per game. Now, we await the results of the MRI on a wrist injury suffered in Tuesday's loss to the Liberty.</p><h3>9. <a id="WSH" name="WSH">Washington Mystics (9-10)</a>
</h3><p><em>Previous: </em>9</p><p><strong>Youth movement:</strong> Sonia Citron and Kiki Iriafen have started since opening night and are taking significant roles in the Mystics' hunt for a surprising playoff berth. Citron has been a dependable 3-and-D option, while Iriafen is already among the league's top offensive rebounders. They're just the second pair of rookie teammates to be selected as All-Stars.</p><h3>10. <a id="DAL" name="DAL">Dallas Wings (6-14)</a>
</h3><p><em>Previous: </em>11</p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/791374/cropped_GettyImages-2221222546.jpg?ts=1750474596" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/791374/w220xh124_GettyImages-2221222546.jpg?ts=1750474596 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/791374/w320xh180_GettyImages-2221222546.jpg?ts=1750474596 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/791374/w640xh360_GettyImages-2221222546.jpg?ts=1750474596 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/791374/w768xh432_GettyImages-2221222546.jpg?ts=1750474596 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/791374/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2221222546.jpg?ts=1750474596 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Joe Buglewicz / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p><strong>Paige Bueckers:</strong> Whether or not Dallas sneaks into the postseason, the franchise can rest easy knowing that Bueckers is part of the big picture. The UConn product has been everything the Wings could ask for, earning an All-Star starting nod in her debut campaign. Bueckers is a mid-range assassin, elite playmaker, and intelligent defender. She's got a great feel for the game and shows poise beyond her years.</p><h3>11. <a id="LA" name="LA">Los Angeles Sparks (6-13)</a>
</h3><p><em>Previous: </em>12</p><p><strong>Cameron Brink's return:</strong> The Sparks have been one of the league's biggest letdowns, and Brink's long-term absence due to a torn ACL and meniscus hasn't helped. But there could be good news on the horizon - head coach Lynne Roberts recently said Brink will be back "sooner rather than later."</p><h3>12. <a id="CHI" name="CHI">Chicago Sky (5-13)</a>
</h3><p><em>Previous: </em>10</p><p><strong>Angel Reese is a walking double-double:</strong> This has largely been a lost season for the Sky, but Reese is averaging 17.8 points and 17 boards across her last six outings and leads the league with 12.9 rebounds, 4.2 more than the closest player. She now has 37 double-doubles in 51 career games.</p><h3>13. <a id="CON" name="CON">Connecticut Sun (2-16)</a>
</h3><p><em>Previous: </em>13</p><p><strong>Rookie contributions:</strong> There's no escaping the fact that the Sun are dreadful. A current 10-game losing streak and comical record confirms as much, but in Marina Mabrey's injury absence, the team has gotten improved contributions from 2025 top-10 picks Aneesah Morrow and Saniya Rivers. Small victories.</p>

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<p>Las Vegas Aces star <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///wnba/players/41039" href="https://thescore.com/wnba/players/41039">A'ja Wilson</a> didn't return to Tuesday's 87-78 loss against the New York Liberty after exiting with a right wrist injury.</p><p>Wilson sustained the injury in the first half when she took an awkward fall on a drive to the basket. The three-time WNBA MVP remained down on the floor for several moments before getting up to shoot her free throws.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Breaking: A'ja Wilson is out for the remainder of the game with a wrist injury, <a href="https://twitter.com/sportsiren?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@sportsiren</a> reports. <a href="https://t.co/bMgYfQbq8Y">pic.twitter.com/bMgYfQbq8Y</a></p>— ESPN (@espn) <a href="https://twitter.com/espn/status/1942753985183523323?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 9, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Wilson exited the contest for good two minutes later.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Head coach Becky Hammon didn't provide an update on Wilson's injury postgame, according to <a href="https://x.com/kendra__andrews/status/1942772408882278573">ESPN's Kendra Andrews</a>. She's scheduled to have an MRI on her wrist.</p><p>The seven-time All-Star was having a relatively quiet evening, tallying two points, four boards, and two assists in 14 minutes of action. She missed all three field-goal attempts.</p><p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///wnba/players/102678" href="https://thescore.com/wnba/players/102678">Kierstan Bell</a> started the second half in place of Wilson.</p><p>Wilson has been a bright spot for the Aces early, averaging 21.9 points, nine boards, 3.3 assists, 2.6 blocks, and 1.8 steals across 15 appearances entering Tuesday.</p><p>Las Vegas was scoring 11.2 more points per 100 possessions with Wilson on the floor compared to when she's been on the bench.</p><p>The Aces' record dropped to 9-10 with the loss after entering Tuesday's contest tied for sixth in the league standings.</p>

BROOKLYN, NY - JULY 8: A'ja Wilson #22 of the Las Vegas Aces dribbles the ball during the game against the New York Liberty during a WNBA game on July 8, 2025 at Barclays Center Arena in Brooklyn, New York. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE

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<p>The Washington Wizards traded <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/2041" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/2041">Kelly Olynyk</a> to the San Antonio Spurs for <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/102790" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/102790">Malaki Branham</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/102788" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/102788">Blake Wesley</a>, and a 2026 second-round pick, sources told <a href="https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/1942732972727362004">ESPN's Shams Charania</a>.</p><p>The draft selection is the least favorable between the Dallas Mavericks, Philadelphia 76ers, and Oklahoma City Thunder, adds Charania.</p><p>Washington also gets a $13-million trade exception in the deal, according to <a href="https://x.com/ByTimReynolds/status/1942749026195009844">Tim Reynolds of The Associated Press</a>.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Olynyk split last season between the Toronto Raptors and New Orleans Pelicans, averaging 8.7 points and shooting 41.8% from deep across 44 appearances.</p><p>The Gonzaga product was recently dealt to the Washington Wizards in a three-team trade involving the Houston Rockets and Pelicans.</p><p>Olynyk will earn $13.4 million in the final year of his contract and provides the Spurs with another floor-spacing big following the addition of <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/30792" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/30792">Luke Kornet</a>.</p><p>San Antonio selected both Branham and Wesley in the first round of the NBA draft.</p><p>Branham averaged a career-low five points per contest last season but made 40.5% of his 3-point attempts. He started 61 games over three campaigns in the Lone Star State.</p><p>Wesley averaged 4.3 points, 2.4 assists, and 1.5 boards across 156 appearances with the Spurs.</p>

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - MARCH 9: Kelly Olynyk #13 of the New Orleans Pelicans plays against the Memphis Grizzlies during the first half of a game at the Smoothie King Center on March 9, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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<p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/37604" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/37604">Nikola Jokic</a> informed the Denver Nuggets that he won't be signing a contract extension this offseason, sources told <a href="https://www.denverpost.com/2025/07/08/nikola-jokic-declines-contract-extension-denver-nuggets-salary/">Bennett Durando of The Denver Post</a>.</p><p>Jokic became eligible Tuesday to ink a three-year contract extension worth up to $212 million.</p><p>However, the seven-time All-Star could earn approximately $80 million more if he waits until next summer to sign an extension, adds Durando.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>"We're definitely going to offer it," Nuggets president of basketball operations Josh Kroenke said in June about a potential contract extension for Jokic, per Durando. "I'm not sure if he's going to accept it or not, because we're also going to explain every financial parameter around him signing now versus signing later.</p><p>"To be completely transparent, that's the way we always are. And then he makes the best decision for himself and his family, and we'll support him in it."</p><p>Jokic has at least two more seasons remaining on his current deal. He holds a $62.8-million player option for the 2027-28 campaign.</p><p>The Serbian superstar is coming off arguably his best NBA campaign, setting new career highs in points (29.6 per contest), assists (10.2), steals (1.8), and 3-point percentage (41.7%).</p><p>Jokic was gunning for his fourth MVP award but finished second to <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/60411" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/60411">Shai Gilgeous-Alexander</a> of the Oklahoma City Thunder.</p><p>The Nuggets made their third straight second-round appearance in the NBA playoffs, where they fell in seven games to the Thunder.</p>

DENVER, CO - MAY 15: Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets scratches his neck during the third quarter of the Nuggets' 119-107 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado on Thursday, May 15, 2025. The Nuggets forced a game seven in their Western Conference semifinal on Sunday at Oklahoma City.

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<p>Indiana Fever star <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///wnba/players/121626" href="https://thescore.com/wnba/players/121626">Caitlin Clark</a> will return to the lineup Wednesday against the Golden State Valkyries barring any regression, head coach Stephanie White told reporters Tuesday, including <a href="https://x.com/chloepeterson67/status/1942641328740798705">Chloe Peterson of The Indianapolis Star</a>.</p><p>Clark's missed the last five games with a strained left groin and was sidelined for five contests earlier this season with a strained quadriceps.</p><p>Indiana went 3-2 during Clark's most recent absence, including a Commissioner's Cup victory over the WNBA-leading Minnesota Lynx.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>"I hope to play a decent amount. Maybe upper 20s (minutes)," Clark told reporters Tuesday, including <a href="https://x.com/ScottAgness/status/1942642251026555274">Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files</a>. "I guess it just depends how I feel and how the game goes and what the team needs."</p><p>She added: "I'm gonna try not to overdo it as well and put myself in a good position moving forward."</p><p>Clark's averaging 18.2 points, 8.9 assists, five boards, and 1.6 steals across nine appearances.</p><p>The Iowa product will start and serve as one of two captains for the WNBA All-Star Game in Indianapolis on July 19.</p><p>Indiana is tied for sixth in the league standings with a 9-9 record.</p>

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - JULY 5: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever reacts during the game against the Los Angeles Sparks at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on July 5, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

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<p>Veteran wing <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///wnba/players/23081" href="https://thescore.com/wnba/players/23081">DeWanna Bonner</a> signed with the Phoenix Mercury, the team announced Tuesday.</p><p>Rookie forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///wnba/players/171725" href="https://thescore.com/wnba/players/171725">Murjanatu Musa</a> was waived to make room on the roster for Bonner.</p><p>"We couldn't be more excited to have DeWanna back in a Mercury uniform," Mercury general manager Nick U'Ren said in a statement. "She is a true winner, leader, and one of the most talented and versatile players in our game.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>"Her high basketball IQ, shooting range, athleticism, and ability to play and defend multiple positions is going to be a great addition to what are we building here in Phoenix."</p><p>Phoenix selected Bonner with the No. 5 overall pick in 2009. She spent the first 10 years of her decorated career with the Mercury, earning three Sixth Woman of the Year awards, three All-Star nods, a pair of WNBA titles, and an All-WNBA first-team selection.</p><p>The 37-year-old reunites with her partner and former Connecticut Sun teammate <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///wnba/players/18102" href="https://thescore.com/wnba/players/18102">Alyssa Thomas</a> in Phoenix.</p><p>Bonner was the Indiana Fever's marquee offseason signing, but she was waived after making nine appearances. She <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3304147" href="https://thescore.com/news/3304147">said</a> in a team-issued release that "the fit did not work out" with the Fever.</p><p>Bonner averaged 7.1 points, 3.8 boards, 1.6 assists, and 1.1 steals during her brief tenure with Indiana.</p><p>Phoenix sits second in the league with a 12-6 record entering Monday's matchup against the Dallas Wings.</p>

COLLEGE PARK, GEORGIA - JUNE 10: DeWanna Bonner #25 of the Indiana Fever shoots the ball during a Commissioner's Cup game between the Indiana Fever and Atlanta Dream at Gateway Center Arena on June 10, 2025 in College Park, Georgia.

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<p>The Philadelphia 76ers re-signed veteran guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/160" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/160">Kyle Lowry </a>to a one-year deal, his agent told <a href="https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/1942328750789779828">ESPN's Shams Charania</a>.</p><p>Lowry will be entering his 20th NBA campaign and has spent parts of the past two seasons with his hometown club.</p><p>He joined Philadelphia in February 2024 after reaching a buyout with the Charlotte Hornets.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>"Kyle's championship experience and Hall of Fame resume speaks for itself," 76ers president of basketball operations Daryl Morey said in a statement, per <a href="https://x.com/AdamZagoria/status/1942340335046386127">Forbes' Adam Zagoria</a>. "He is a proven floor general with tremendous knowledge of the game that is a resource to everyone in the organization.</p><p>"It's only fitting that his 20th NBA season will be right here in Philadelphia, the city he calls home."</p><p>Lowry quickly became a key part of the 76ers' rotation, averaging eight points and shooting 40.4% from deep across 23 appearances in 2023-24.</p><p>However, the 39-year-old struggled last season, posting a career-low 3.9 points on 35% shooting over 35 contests.</p>

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - FEBRUARY 07: Kyle Lowry #7 of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena on February 07, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.

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Indiana Pacers president of basketball operations Kevin Pritchard confirmed that Tyrese Haliburto...

<p>Indiana Pacers president of basketball operations Kevin Pritchard confirmed that <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/93893" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/93893">Tyrese Haliburton</a> will miss all of next season after tearing his right Achilles tendon in Game 7 of the NBA Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder.</p><p>Haliburton underwent surgery one day after the Pacers' season-ending loss.</p><p>"I have no doubt that he will be back better than ever. His surgery went well. ... He will not play next year, though. We would not jeopardize that now," Pritchard told reporters Monday, per <a href="https://x.com/WISHNews8/status/1942278258646548941">WISH-TV News</a>.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Haliburton was playing through a calf injury that worsened in Game 5 of the Finals.</p><p>The All-Star guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3303616" href="https://thescore.com/news/3303616">stood by</a> his decision to suit up in the championship-deciding contest despite the risk.</p><p>"(Haliburton's) told me many times ... 'I would do it over and over.' And if you're asking me, would I have him do it over and over? I would not," Pritchard <a href="https://x.com/WISHNews8/status/1942280672141533414">said</a>. "If I knew that he was going to get hurt, I would sacrifice that game because I care for the kid so much and want him to have an incredible career."</p><p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/102757" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/102757">Andrew Nembhard</a> will likely start at the point with Haliburton sidelined for the entire 2025-26 campaign.</p><p>Veteran <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/6158" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/6158">T.J. McConnell</a> should continue to serve as Indiana's backup point guard, while 2025 second-round pick <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/171839" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/171839">Kam Jones</a> may see some minutes as well.</p>

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - JUNE 22: Tyrese Haliburton #0 of the Indiana Pacers drives to the basket during the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder during Game Seven of the 2025 NBA Finals on June 22, 2025 at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE

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The Indiana Pacers acquired Jay Huff from the Memphis Grizzlies for a second-round pick and a sec...

<p>The Indiana Pacers acquired <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/96090" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/96090">Jay Huff</a> from the Memphis Grizzlies for a second-round pick and a second-round pick swap, sources told <a href="https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/1941607893058347274">ESPN's Shams Charania</a>.</p><p>Indiana is sending a 2029 second-round pick via the Portland Trail Blazers and a 2031 swap, according to <a href="https://x.com/TonyREast/status/1941609166763598069">Forbes' Tony East</a>.</p><p>Huff averaged 6.9 points and two rebounds across a career-high 64 appearances last season. The 7-foot-1 center made strides as a floor-spacing threat, knocking down 40.5% of his attempts from downtown.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Huff has three more years remaining on his contract, including a $3-million team option for 2027-28.</p><p>Indiana needed to replenish its center depth after losing longtime starter <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/37711" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/37711">Myles Turner</a> to the Milwaukee Bucks in free agency. Fellow big man <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/45742" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/45742">Thomas Bryant</a> also hit the market following the NBA Finals run.</p><p>Memphis subsequently agreed to a deal with free-agent center <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/96125" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/96125">Jock Landale</a> at the veteran's minimum, according to <a href="https://x.com/KellyIko/status/1941618832545562725">The Athletic's Kelly Iko</a>.</p><p>The Houston Rockets recently waived Landale midway through a four-year, $32-million contract.</p><p>The Aussie big man averaged 4.8 points and 3.2 boards across 98 appearances with the Rockets.</p><p>Landale could compete for early minutes at the five after both <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/62285" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/62285">Jaren Jackson Jr.</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/121683" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/121683">Zach Edey</a> suffered injuries during the offseason.</p>

MEMPHIS, TN - APRIL 26: Jay Huff #30 of the Memphis Grizzlies looks on during the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder during Round 1 Game 4 of the 2025 NBA Playoffs on April 26, 2025 at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE

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The Washington Wizards acquired Cam Whitmore from the Houston Rockets for two second-round draft ...

<p>The Washington Wizards acquired <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/110270" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/110270">Cam Whitmore</a> from the Houston Rockets for two second-round draft picks, sources told <a href="https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/1941591466763030837">ESPN's Shams Charania</a>.</p><p>The Wizards are sending a 2026 second-rounder via the Chicago Bulls and a 2029 second-rounder that originally belonged to the Sacramento Kings, according to <a href="https://x.com/JoshuaBRobbins/status/1941593100406682021">The Athletic's Josh Robbins</a>.</p><p>Houston selected Whitmore with the 20th pick in 2023 after he reportedly slid due to concerns about his medicals.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The Villanova product struggled to find consistent playing time during his Rockets tenure, but showed flashes of his potential.</p><p>Whitmore averaged 10.8 points and shot 35.7% from deep across 98 appearances in Houston.</p><p>The 6-foot-7 forward has two years remaining on his contract. Washington has until Oct. 31 to exercise Whitmore's club option for 2026-27.</p>

HOUSTON, TEXAS - APRIL 13: Cam Whitmore #7 of the Houston Rockets shoots a free throw in the second half against the Denver Nuggets at Toyota Center on April 13, 2025 in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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Report: Wizards acquire Rockets' Whitmore for pair of 2nd-rounders

The Detroit Pistons are signing Duncan Robinson to a three-year, $48-million contract, sources to...

<p>The Detroit Pistons are signing <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/45013" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/45013">Duncan Robinson</a> to a three-year, $48-million contract, sources told <a href="https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/1940169377350844832">ESPN's Shams Charania</a>.</p><p>Detroit is sending <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/102809" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/102809">Simone Fontecchio</a> to Miami to acquire Robinson as part of a sign-and-trade deal, adds <a href="https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/1940169708449259844">Charania</a>.</p><p>Robinson's new contract is partially guaranteed for the second season and non-guaranteed for the final year, according to <a href="https://x.com/omarisankofa/status/1940177178110332994">Omari Sankofa II of The Detroit Free Press</a>.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The ex-Heat sharpshooter hit the market after recently declining his $20 million early termination option.</p><p>Robinson spent his first seven NBA seasons with the Heat after going undrafted in 2018. The 31-year-old is a career 39.7% 3-point shooter and leaves South Beach as the franchise's all-time leader in threes made (1202).</p><p>Detroit also reportedly added <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/24860" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/24860">Caris LeVert</a> on a two-year, $29-million contract when free agency opened Monday.</p><p>Meanwhile, Fontecchio has been with the Pistons for parts of the last two campaigns. He averaged 5.9 points on 40.2% shooting across 75 appearances in 2024-25.</p><p>Fontecchio will earn $8.3 million this upcoming season and is set to enter free agency next summer.</p>

MIAMI, FL - MARCH 19: Duncan Robinson #55 of the Miami Heat dribbles the ball during the game against the Detroit Pistons on March 19, 2025 at Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE

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Report: Pistons land Heat's Robinson on 3-year, $48M sign-and-trade

The Toronto Raptors agreed to a four-year, $104-million contract extension with center Jakob Poel...

<p>The Toronto Raptors agreed to a four-year, $104-million contract extension with center <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/37800" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/37800">Jakob Poeltl</a> through the 2029-30 campaign<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/37800" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/37800">,</a> sources told <a href="https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/45629696/sources-raptors-c-jakob-poeltl-agree-4-yr-104m-extension">ESPN's Shams Charania</a>.</p><p>Poeltl will exercise his $19.5-million player option for 2026-27 and add three more years to his existing contract, adds Charania.</p><p>Toronto reacquired Poeltl from the San Antonio Spurs in February 2023. The 7-footer has provided the Raptors with some stability at the five on both ends of the floor. He turns 30 in October.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Poeltl averaged a career-high 14.5 points, 9.6 boards, 2.8 assists, 1.2 blocks, and 1.2 steals across 57 appearances last season. He also finished fifth in the Association in field-goal percentage (62.7%) and eighth in offensive rebound percentage (11.7%)</p><p>Opponents shot only 59% against Poeltl on attempts within 6 feet of the basket, which <a href="https://www.nba.com/stats/players/defense-dash-lt6?CF=FGA_LT_06*GE*400&amp;PerMode=Totals&amp;SeasonType=Regular%20Season&amp;dir=A&amp;sort=LT_06_PCT">ranked</a> 10th among players who defended at least 400 field goals from that range last season.</p><p>Toronto originally selected Poeltl with the No. 9 overall pick in 2016.</p><p>The Raptors reportedly added more frontcourt depth earlier Tuesday, signing big man <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/96068" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/96068">Sandro Mamukelashvili</a> to a two-year, $5.5-million deal, according to Charania.</p>

WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 24: Jakob Poeltl #19 of the Toronto Raptors looks on against the Washington Wizards during the first half at Capital One Arena on March 24, 2025 in Washington, DC.

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The Sacramento Kings are signing Dennis Schroder to a three-year, $45-million contract, sources t...

<p>The Sacramento Kings are signing <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/30613" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/30613">Dennis Schroder</a> to a three-year, $45-million contract, sources told <a href="https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/1940088563292307695">ESPN's Shams Charania</a>.</p><p>Schroder's deal is guaranteed for the first two seasons and partially guaranteed for the third year, according to <a href="https://x.com/VinceGoodwill/status/1940091459610525856">Yahoo Sports' Vincent Goodwill</a>.</p><p>Schroder split last season between the Brooklyn Nets, Golden State Warriors, and Detroit Pistons.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The German guard averaged 13.1 points, 5.4 assists, and 2.6 boards across 75 appearances last season.</p><p>Schroder had a solid showing for the Pistons in the first round of the NBA playoffs, tallying 12.5 points per contest and shooting 47.6% from beyond the arc.</p><p>The 31-year-old is expected to back up <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/53736" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/53736">Malik Monk</a> at the point and should bolster Sacramento's 28th-ranked bench scoring unit.</p>

DETROIT, MI - APRIL 24: Dennis Schroder #17 of the Detroit Pistons dribbles the ball during the game against the New York Knicks during Round 1 Game 3 of the 2025 NBA Playoffs on April 24, 2025 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE

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Report: Kings sign Schroder to 3-year, $45M deal

The Sacramento Kings are trading Jonas Valanciunas to the Denver Nuggets for Dario Saric, sources...

<p>The Sacramento Kings are trading <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/11051" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/11051">Jonas Valanciunas</a> to the Denver Nuggets for <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/37598" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/37598">Dario Saric</a>, sources told <a href="https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/1940077515974029420">ESPN's Shams Charania</a>.</p><p>Valanciunas is a former top-five draft pick of the Toronto Raptors.</p><p>The Kings acquired the big man from the Washington Wizards in February. He averaged 10.4 points, 7.7 boards, and two assists across 81 appearances during the 2024-25 campaign.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Valanciunas is under contract through 2026-27, but the second season on his deal is non-guaranteed.</p><p>Saric played sparingly during his lone season in the Mile High City, tallying 3.5 points and 3.1 boards in 13.1 minutes across 16 appearances.</p><p>The ex-lottery pick is set to become an unrestricted free agent next summer.</p>

SACRAMENTO, CA - APRIL 16: Jonas Valanciunas #17 of the Sacramento Kings brings the ball up the court during the game against the Dallas Mavericks during the 2025 SoFi Play-In Tournament on April 16, 2025 at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE

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Report: Kings trade Valanciunas to Nuggets for Saric

Jordan Clarkson is expected to sign with the New York Knicks after clearing waivers, sources told...

<p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/6245" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/6245">Jordan Clarkson</a> is expected to sign with the New York Knicks after clearing waivers, sources told <a href="https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/1939863528841912520">ESPN's Shams Charania</a>.</p><p>Clarkson finalized a buyout with the Utah Jazz earlier Monday and was reportedly targeting a contender for his next destination, <a href="https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/1939758319788331458">Charania</a> reported.</p><p>The 6-foot-3 guard will join the Knicks for the veteran's minimum, a source told <a href="https://x.com/SbondyNBA/status/1939860221309882854">Stefan Bondy of The New York Post</a>.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Clarkson was set to earn $14.3 million on the final year of his contract.</p><p>Utah acquired Clarkson from the Cleveland Cavaliers in December 2019. The former second-round pick has been among the NBA's top reserve players since joining the Jazz, averaging 17.5 points, 3.6 boards, and 3.3 assists across 342 appearances.</p><p>Clarkson won Sixth Man of the Year honors in 2020-21 and finished fourth in the race the following season.</p><p>The 33-year-old averaged 16.2 points and shot 36.2% from deep during the 2024-25 campaign.</p><p>The Jazz waived <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/102745" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/102745">Johnny Juzang</a> earlier Wednesday and traded <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/60062" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/60062">Collin Sexton</a> to the Charlotte Hornets over the weekend to potentially open up playing time for their young guards.</p>

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - NOVEMBER 17: Jordan Clarkson #00 of the Utah Jazz celebrates a play during the second half of an NBA In-Season Tournament game against the Phoenix Sunsat Delta Center on November 17, 2023 in Salt Lake City, Utah.

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Brook Lopez agreed to a two-year, $18-million deal with the Los Angeles Clippers, sources told ES...

<p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/300" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/300">Brook Lopez</a> agreed to a two-year, $18-million deal with the Los Angeles Clippers, sources told <a href="https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/1939833558400418291">ESPN's Shams Charania</a>.</p><p>Lopez's signing comes out of the $14.1-million non-taxpayer mid-level exceptions, per <a href="https://x.com/BobbyMarks42/status/1939834961810653300">ESPN's Bobby Marks</a>.</p><p>Lopez spent the last seven seasons with the Milwaukee Bucks, developing into an elite floor-spacing big man and rim-protector. The former top-10 pick is the only player in NBA history with 2000 career blocks and 1000 triples.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Lopez played a key role on the Bucks' 2021 championship squad. He averaged 13 points, five boards, 1.9 blocks, and 1.8 assists across 80 appearances in 2024-25.</p><p>The 37-year-old is expected to back up starting center <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/52287" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/52287">Ivica Zubac</a>.</p>

DETROIT, MI - APRIL 11: Brook Lopez #11 of the Milwaukee Bucks handles the ball during the game against the Detroit Pistons on April 11, 2025 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE

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Report: Clippers sign Lopez to 2-year, $18M deal

The Denver Nuggets are trading Michael Porter Jr. and an unprotected 2032 first-round pick to the...

<p>The Denver Nuggets are trading <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/60530" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/60530">Michael Porter Jr.</a> and an unprotected 2032 first-round pick to the Brooklyn Nets for <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/37658" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/37658">Cam Johnson</a>, sources told <a href="https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/1939822818667241921">ESPN's Shams Charania</a>.</p><p>Porter has spent his entire six-year career with the Nuggets since they drafted him 14th overall in 2018.</p><p>The Missouri product averaged 18.2 points, seven boards, and 2.1 assists across 77 appearances last season. He played a key role during the Nuggets' inaugural championship run in 2023.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Porter has two seasons remaining on his contract.</p><p>Brooklyn acquired Johnson in February 2023 as part of the <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/345" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/345">Kevin Durant</a> blockbuster trade. He posted a career-high 18.8 points on 47.5% shooting last season.</p><p>Johnson's a career 39.2% 3-point shooter and will help the Nuggets' spacing. He's set to earn $21.1 million this upcoming season and $23.1 million in 2026-27.</p>

DETROIT, MI - FEBRUARY 28: Michael Porter Jr. #1 of the Denver Nuggets shoots the ball during the game against the Detroit Pistons on February 28, 2025 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE

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Report: Nuggets trade Porter, 1st-rounder to Nets for Cam Johnson

The Houston Rockets are signing Dorian Finney-Smith to a four-year, $53-million contract, sources...

<p>The Houston Rockets are signing <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/11858" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/11858">Dorian Finney-Smith</a> to a four-year, $53-million contract, sources told <a href="https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/1939813747583066151">ESPN's Shams Charania</a>.</p><p>His new deal includes a player option and a trade kicker, according to <a href="https://x.com/KellyIko/status/1939819041998180411">The Athletic's Kelly Iko</a>.</p><p>Finney-Smith averaged 8.7 points, 3.9 boards, and 1.4 assists across 63 appearances with the Los Angeles Lakers and Brooklyn Nets last season.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The Lakers acquired Finney-Smith from the Nets in December 2024. The Florida product played an important role for Los Angeles as a multi-positional defender and 3-point shooter.</p><p>Finney-Smith made a career-high 41.1% of his 3-point attempts last season.</p>

Minneapolis, Minnesota, Sunday, April 27, 2025 - Los Angeles Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith (17) celebrates after making a three-pointer against the Minnesota Timberwolves in game four of the NBA playoffs, at the Target Center. (Robert Gauthier/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)

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