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Warriors and Heat Circle Kawhi Leonard as Trade Target
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Ja Morant Looms as a Plan B in the Post-Giannis Market
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Jaylen Brown Sits at the Center of Boston's Giannis Pursuit
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Isaiah Stewart Available in Trade Talks
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Grizzlies Keep Kentavious Caldwell-Pope on a $21.6 Million Option
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D'Angelo Russell Picks Up Wizards Option
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Warriors and Heat Circle Kawhi Leonard as Trade Target
Los Angeles power forward Kawhi Leonard is reportedly on the Heat's Plan B list and the Warriors' Plan A list, though it remains unclear whether the Clippers will make him available, The Athletic's Sam Amick reports, building on Jake Fischer's reporting. Clippers owner Steve Ballmer has reportedly told teams Leonard is not on the market, while the NBA's ongoing investigation into alleged cap circumvention involving Leonard and the Clippers adds transaction uncertainty for any team considering him. Leonard, 34, answered durability doubts with one of his best seasons, averaging 27.9 points, 6.4 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 1.9 steals on 50.5 percent shooting across 65 games. He enters the final year of his deal at roughly $50.3 million. The fantasy read is simpler than the trade math: his production is elite and should travel to any contender, so the open questions are where he plays and whether the probe slows any potential deal. -
Ja Morant Looms as a Plan B in the Post-Giannis Market
Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant's trade market has quieted, but Memphis is hopeful he becomes a Plan B for whichever team misses on Giannis Antetokounmpo, The Athletic's Sam Amick reports. The Heat reportedly have serious interest and could reset an otherwise soft market, while Sacramento has been willing to take Morant only with extra draft assets attached. The two-time All-Star is owed $87 million over the next two seasons, and his value has slipped after a 20-game campaign that produced 19.5 points and 8.1 assists on just 41.0 percent shooting, including 23.5 percent from three. Availability, not talent, is the question, as he has played only 79 games total since the start of the 2023-24 season. A fresh start with a contender could steady his role, but Morant remains a high-variance fantasy bet whose elite assist and scoring upside come with a shaky floor. -
Jaylen Brown Sits at the Center of Boston's Giannis Pursuit
Milwaukee is expected to seek clarity on the Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes before or around Tuesday's draft, with Boston emerging as a major threat to Miami, The Athletic's Sam Amick reports. Any Celtics offer for the two-time MVP would likely have to start with Jaylen Brown plus significant draft compensation, potentially including up to three first-round picks. Brown is coming off a career year, averaging 28.7 points, 6.9 rebounds and 5.1 assists as Boston's lead option during Jayson Tatum's absence. A move to Milwaukee could lift Brown's usage as a centerpiece, while Giannis would remain an elite fantasy anchor anywhere, even if paired with a healthy Tatum. If Boston whiffs, the Celtics are among the teams eyeing Pelicans wing Trey Murphy III, the breakout name here after career highs of 21.5 points, 5.7 rebounds and 3.8 assists on 37.9 percent from three. -
Isaiah Stewart Available in Trade Talks
Detroit Pistons forward/center Isaiah Stewart is available in trade talks, according to Sam Amick of The Athletic. The report notes that Detroit is searching for more shooting and playmaking, and Paul Reed could see a larger role if Stewart is moved. Stewart has two years and $30 million left on his deal, with the second season carrying a team option. The 25-year-old averaged 10.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 1.1 assists last season, while Reed posted 7.8 points and 4.5 boards in a smaller role. A move could help Stewart if he lands with a team that needs frontcourt defense, while Reed would be the immediate fantasy name to monitor in Detroit. -
Grizzlies Keep Kentavious Caldwell-Pope on a $21.6 Million Option
ESPN's Shams Charania reports that Memphis Grizzlies guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope is exercising his $21.6 million player option for 2026-27. The 33-year-old returns on the final year of the deal he signed with Orlando in 2024, having landed in Memphis last June in the Desmond Bane trade. Right pinky surgery in February ended his season early, and he averaged 8.4 points, 2.7 assists and 2.5 rebounds across 51 games while shooting just 31.6 percent from three, well below his 36.5 percent career mark. The opt-in itself does little for fantasy, since Caldwell-Pope is a low-usage 3-and-D piece on a retooling team. The decision worth tracking is whether Memphis keeps him, trades him or eventually explores a buyout, which could clear backcourt minutes for Cam Spencer and the rest of the young guard group. -
D'Angelo Russell Picks Up Wizards Option
Washington Wizards guard D'Angelo Russell has opted into his $6 million player option for the 2026-27 season, according to Jake Fischer. The 30-year-old remains under contract after being acquired by Washington during the season, although he never reported to the Wizards after the trade. Russell averaged 10.2 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 4.0 assists in 2025-26, numbers that were well below his usual fantasy standard. Unless Washington carves out a real rotation role or moves him elsewhere, Russell looks more like a cap-friendly trade piece than a reliable fantasy target. -
Warriors Want Kristaps Porzingis Back on a Shorter, Cheaper Deal
Golden State Warriors center Kristaps Porzingis is headed for unrestricted free agency, and the team wants him back at a reduced rate, ESPN's Anthony Slater reports. The 30-year-old arrived from Atlanta at February's deadline on a $30.7 million expiring deal, and Golden State holds his Bird rights but prefers a shorter, cheaper contract this time. In 15 games as a Warrior, Porzingis averaged 16.1 points, 5.3 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 1.1 blocks, giving Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler a floor-spacing big with rim-protection upside. The catch is availability. He played just 32 regular-season games last season and has dealt with recurring health issues in recent years. A healthy Porzingis remains a points, threes, and blocks source worth rostering, but his games-played history keeps him a draft-day gamble. -
Luka Doncic Wants Lakers to Add High-Level Center
Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic has made his preference clear for the franchise to add an A-list center, according to ESPN's Dave McMenamin. Walker Kessler and Jalen Duren have been mentioned as restricted free-agent targets the Lakers have done due diligence on, while Los Angeles is expected to evaluate other trade and free-agent options. Kessler would give the Lakers a shot-blocking, low-usage finisher, while Duren would bring more scoring, rebounding, and physical roll-man production. Either move would clean up Doncic's playmaking environment, but the bigger fantasy swing may come for whichever center lands next to one of the league's best passers. -
Warriors Continue to Eye Trey Murphy III
New Orleans Pelicans guard/forward Trey Murphy III could be more obtainable during this transaction cycle, according to ESPN's Anthony Slater. The Warriors have reportedly viewed Murphy as a long-term wing target, with his age, size, and fit in Golden State's system all part of the appeal. The 25-year-old took another step forward in 2025-26, averaging 21.5 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 3.8 assists while shooting 47.0 percent from the field. A trade to Golden State could trim his shot volume, but his three-point shooting, defensive tools, and ability to play off stars would still give him a clear path to fantasy value in a more competitive environment. -
Suns Tender Qualifying Offers to Mark Williams and Koby Brea
The Phoenix Suns have tendered qualifying offers to center Mark Williams and guard Koby Brea, making both restricted free agents, Spotrac's Keith Smith reports. Williams drew a reported $9.6 million offer after the 24-year-old started 55 of 60 games and averaged 11.7 points and 8.0 rebounds. A late-season foot issue that sidelined him during Phoenix's first-round series against Oklahoma City clouds both his market and durability profile. If Phoenix loses or moves Williams, Oso Ighodaro and 2025 lottery pick Khaman Maluach would be candidates for larger center minutes. Ighodaro carries the cleaner near-term fantasy appeal, while Brea remains off fantasy radars after averaging 15.0 points in the G League. -
Kevin Love Could Join the Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly interested in a reunion between LeBron James and Kevin Love this summer. According to Marc J. Spears, the Lakers would like to bring back one of James' old teammates from Cleveland. The duo played together on the Cavaliers from 2014 to 2018. The 37-year-old isn't quite the same player as he was during his time with the Minnesota Timberwolves or Cavs. Love could be a good veteran presence and someone who could contribute off the bench. The assumption is that he'd join the Lakers on a veteran minimum for an opportunity to get a ring with his old teammate. -
Nuggets Showing Interest in Bogdan Bogdanovic
The Denver Nuggets are reportedly showing interest in veteran guard Bogdan Bogdanovic. The Nuggets are targeting Bogdanovic to pair him with fellow countryman Nikola Jokic. The duo looked great together during their time on the Serbian national team. This past season, Bogdanovic finished with 7.4 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 2.2 assists in 19.7 minutes per game in 23 contests with the Los Angeles Clippers. His best days are likely behind him, but Bogdanovic could still be a key rotational piece for a contending team like the Nuggets. -
Mitchell Robinson Might Not Return to Knicks
New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson is set to become an unrestricted free agent this summer. The big man is set to hit the open market after finishing out a four-year, $60 million deal with the Knicks. Recently, Knicks owner James Dolan said that he wants to bring back the team for another run, but he also wants to avoid a second apron. The Knicks don't have a ton of cap space, and the second apron salary cap threshold makes it difficult for teams to make moves. The biggest impending free agent for the Knicks is Robinson, so his return becomes cloudy. The assumption is that both the Knicks and Robinson want to come together on a multi-year deal. However, Robinson is likely seeking a significant payday, which the Knicks might not be able to match. -
Trae Young Plans to Opt Out of Player Option
Washington Wizards guard Trae Young plans to opt out of his final season and become a free agent, according to Marc J. Spears. Young has a player option worth nearly $49 million, but instead plans to become an unrestricted free agent. Young was acquired from the Atlanta Hawks in early January. He made five appearances for the Wizards before being shut down in March. The Wizards remain the favorite to land Young, but he'll now be free to go anywhere this offseason. The departure of Young could impact who the Wizards select in the upcoming NBA Draft. Young only played in 15 games last season, but he clearly doesn't believe that will impact his value on the open market. It's difficult to pass up nearly $50 million guaranteed, but Young believes he can land a better deal this offseason. -
Kasparas Jakucionis Blocking Out Trade Rumors
Miami Heat guard Kasparas Jakucionis said he is not focused on trade rumors involving Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo, telling Eurohoops, "I can't really control it." The 20-year-old is instead turning his attention to development and Lithuania's upcoming FIBA World Cup 2027 Qualifiers games. Jakucionis had a modest rookie season, averaging 6.2 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 2.6 assists, but his long-term fantasy appeal still comes from size, playmaking, and a path to more on-ball reps. If Miami lands a star without moving Jakucionis, his short-term role could shrink, so this rumor cycle matters more for his immediate opportunity than his long-term fantasy value. -
Bucks Target Miami Youth in Giannis Antetokounmpo Talks
NBA reporter Evan Sidery reports that Milwaukee's asking price in a potential Giannis Antetokounmpo trade with Miami could include Kel'el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kasparas Jakucionis, the No. 13 pick, and a future first, with the Bucks also preferring to reroute Tyler Herro and/or Nikola Jovic for more draft capital. The framework lines up with broader reporting from Marc Stein, and Milwaukee is expected to resolve the situation before the June 23 draft. The fantasy dominoes would be significant. A post-Giannis Bucks team could hand Ware and Jaquez larger developmental roles while putting Myles Turner's long-term role at center in question. In Miami, Antetokounmpo would stay an elite fantasy anchor, though his arrival could trim Bam Adebayo's usage. Herro's outlook is the murkiest, swinging on whether he stays in Milwaukee or gets flipped again. -
Bogdan Bogdanovic Drawing European Interest
LA Clippers guard/forward Bogdan Bogdanovic has drawn interest from Real Madrid and Panathinaikos, according to Sportando. The report notes that Bogdanovic's contract is set to expire soon, although the Clippers hold an option to extend the deal for one more season. The 33-year-old had a quiet 2025-26 campaign, averaging 7.4 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 2.2 assists while shooting 38.8 percent from the field. A return to Europe would remove him from NBA fantasy consideration, while another year with the Clippers would likely leave him as more of a fringe shooting specialist than a steady contributor. -
Dario Saric Inks Multi-Year Deal with Istanbul Powerhouse
Croatian forward/center Dario Saric is leaving the NBA to sign a 2+1 contract with Anadolu Efes Istanbul, returning to the Turkish club he last played for before joining the Philadelphia 76ers in 2016. The 32-year-old made the NBA All-Rookie First Team with Philadelphia in 2017 but spent his final NBA seasons as a deep reserve, playing sparingly for Denver and Sacramento before being moved through Chicago and Detroit and waived in February. Saric appeared in only five games in 2025-26, averaging 1.0 points, 1.2 rebounds, and 0.4 assists. For fantasy managers, there is nothing to chase here: Saric was already off the NBA radar, and the EuroLeague move takes him off NBA fantasy boards for the foreseeable future. -
Aaron Gordon Could be on Offseason Trade Radar
Denver Nuggets forward/center Aaron Gordon is drawing trade interest from teams around the league, according to NBA insider Marc Stein. The 30-year-old remains a key piece for Denver, but his name makes sense as an offseason target because of his defensive versatility, finishing, and improved floor spacing. Gordon averaged 16.2 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 2.7 assists in 2025-26, shooting 49.7 percent from the field. A trade could give him a cleaner offensive role, although his fantasy ceiling still depends heavily on whether he lands somewhere that asks him to create more rather than simply finish plays. -
Walker Kessler Displeased with Jazz Front Office
Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler is displeased with the front office's handling of his pending restricted free agency, according to Sam Amick of The Athletic. The 24-year-old was positioned for a meaningful contract year before left shoulder surgery ended his season after only five starts. Kessler still averaged 14.4 points, 10.8 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 1.4 steals, and 1.8 blocks in 30.8 minutes, reminding fantasy managers why his category profile remains so valuable. Restricted free agency usually gives the Jazz control, but a tense process could add short-term uncertainty to one of the league's better rebound-and-block anchors. -
Alexandre Sarr Has Surgery on Fractured Foot
Washington Wizards center Alexandre Sarr (foot) underwent surgery on Monday to repair a fractured right foot, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. Sarr suffered the injury on a contact play during an offseason workout late last week, but he is expected to be healthy for the start of the season. The 21-year-old took a strong step forward in 2025-26, averaging 16.3 points, 7.4 rebounds, 2.7 assists, and 2.0 blocks across 48 starts. Availability remains the only real concern after he missed 34 games last season, but the start-of-season expectation keeps his fantasy outlook mostly intact. -
Suns Face Bouyea Option Call, with Mark Williams the Name to Watch
The Phoenix Suns face a busy offseason headlined by Jamaree Bouyea's $2.6 million team option and a group of internal free agents, including Jordan Goodwin, Collin Gillespie, Amir Coffey, and Mark Williams. Most of these are depth decisions with little fantasy weight, with Gillespie and Goodwin reported as the Suns' top re-sign priorities after Gillespie's breakout 12.7 points and 4.6 assists. The name fantasy managers should track is Williams, a restricted free agent and the only center among this free-agent group. He posted a career-high 60 games this season, a step forward for a player whose career average sits near 41 games a year, so his health and where he signs will decide his streaming value. If Phoenix retains him, he profiles as a useful per-minute rebounding and scoring big whenever he is on the floor. -
Nikola Topic Expected to be Ready for Training Camp
According to Marc Stein, Oklahoma City Thunder guard Nikola Topic (back) is expected to be ready for the start of training camp after undergoing a minimally invasive lumbar microdiscectomy procedure. The 20-year-old will miss Summer League, but the training-camp target keeps his 2026-27 developmental track intact. Topic appeared in 10 regular-season games last season, averaging 5.2 points, 1.9 rebounds, and 4.4 assists while showing flashes as a table-setter. Oklahoma City's backcourt is already crowded, so his early fantasy appeal will likely depend on injuries or a larger-than-expected second-unit role. Still, his passing profile makes him worth monitoring once preseason rotations take shape. -
Franz Wagner Hopes to Move Past Injury Setbacks
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner opened up to Cyro Asseo of HoopsHype about a frustrating injury-plagued year, saying the repeated rehab process was tough and that he probably should not have played during Orlando's Berlin game. The 24-year-old was limited to 34 regular-season games because of a recurring left high ankle sprain before a right calf strain knocked him out late in the first round. When available, Wagner still averaged 20.6 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 3.3 assists while shooting 48.1 percent from the field. Under new head coach Sean Sweeney, Wagner's health is one of Orlando's biggest fantasy swing factors. A clean offseason would put him back in position to provide efficient scoring, rebounds, assists, and enough steals to remain a strong multi-category option next to Paolo Banchero. -
LeBron James Fields Interest From 10-12 Teams Before Free Agency
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James is drawing interest from about 10-12 teams ahead of free agency, agent Rich Paul said on the Pat McAfee Show, while insisting no decision is near. Paul stressed he has not spoken with James about next season, urging fans to "believe nothing that's out there." James, an impending unrestricted free agent at 41, is coming off a season of 20.9 points, 7.2 assists, and 6.1 rebounds in 60 games, with a return to the Lakers widely believed to be the expected fit. Take the team count with a grain of salt, since inflating it serves Paul's leverage. For fantasy managers, James remains a top-tier multi-category producer when healthy, but his destination and games-played history are the variables. If he stays beside Luka Doncic, his usage could dip even as his per-game value holds.