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Mark Williams • C • Suns

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.

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Nikola Topić • PG • Thunder

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.

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Franz Wagner • SF • Magic

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.

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LeBron James • SF • Lakers

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.

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James Harden • SG • Cavaliers

James Harden Arrested on Misdemeanor Weapons Charge

Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden was arrested early Saturday in Houston and charged with misdemeanor unlawful carrying of a weapon, ESPN's Brian Windhorst reports. According to Harris County court records, officers observed a handgun in plain view, not holstered, on the seat of a car he owns around 3:41 a.m. Harden was released on a $100 bond, with an arraignment set for June 22. The Cavaliers said they are gathering information and in contact with Harden. For fantasy purposes, the on-court fallout looks minimal for now: the charge is a misdemeanor, and while the NBA could weigh discipline under its conduct policy, nothing suggests his availability is in question. The bigger variable remains his offseason, as Harden, a high-usage scorer who averaged 20.5 points and 4.8 assists with Cleveland, holds a player option and is expected to weigh an extension.

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De'Aaron Fox • PG • Spurs

De'Aaron Fox Falters in Season-Ending Defeat

San Antonio Spurs guard De'Aaron Fox endured a brutal shooting night in Saturday's 94-90 Game 5 loss to the New York Knicks, scoring seven points on 3-for-15 from the field. He added five assists, two steals, and one 3-pointer, but he and fellow starter Stephon Castle combined to shoot 4-for-25 as the Spurs fell 4-1 in the Finals. Rookie Dylan Harper outplayed both off the bench with a team-high 25 points, fueling calls to rework San Antonio's backcourt. That is the fantasy concern for next season: Fox remains an elite scorer and playmaker with steals upside, but his cold Finals and the fast-rising Harper and Castle cloud his usage and even his hold on a starting role, all with his four-year max extension set to begin in 2026-27. His talent keeps the floor high, yet the situation is suddenly worth monitoring.

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Dylan Harper • PG • Spurs

Dylan Harper Closes Finals with Another Strong Line

San Antonio Spurs guard Dylan Harper finished Saturday's 94-90 Game 5 loss to the New York Knicks with a team-high 25 points, five rebounds, four assists, one block, and two three-pointers. The rookie shot 10-for-19 from the field and 3-for-5 at the line, giving San Antonio a much-needed offensive lift as its season ended in the NBA Finals. Harper also scored 21 points in Game 4, so he closed the series with back-to-back strong scoring efforts. After averaging 11.8 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 3.9 assists during the regular season, his postseason growth should put him on fantasy radars entering his second year.

2 days ago

Victor Wembanyama • PF • Spurs

Victor Wembanyama Rules the Paint in Series-Ending Loss

San Antonio Spurs forward/center Victor Wembanyama swatted five shots and pulled down 14 rebounds in Saturday's series-ending 94-90 Game 5 loss to the New York Knicks, anchoring the defense even as his offense sputtered. The reigning Defensive Player of the Year scored 19 points on 7-for-19 shooting, adding 4-for-5 at the line, two assists, and one 3-pointer, but the Spurs fell 4-1 in the Finals. The off shooting night was a footnote to a historic first postseason in which the 22-year-old set the single-game playoff blocks record with 12 and rewrote San Antonio's defensive ledger. Wembanyama remains the dynasty crown jewel regardless of the result: a generational source of blocks, rebounds, scoring, and threes whose ceiling is unmatched, and at 22 in his first Finals, his arrow only points up.

2 days ago

Karl-Anthony Towns • PF • Knicks

Karl-Anthony Towns Ends Finals with a Quiet Game 5

New York Knicks forward/center Karl-Anthony Towns managed just two points on 1-for-7 shooting in Saturday's 94-90 Game 5 win over the San Antonio Spurs, the clincher in New York's first championship since 1973. Foul trouble defined his night, as Towns fouled out with six personals, limiting the All-Star to 23 minutes. He still grabbed 10 rebounds and chipped in one assist, three steals, and one block, while Jalen Brunson carried the scoring with 45. The quiet finish caps an otherwise strong Finals in which Towns posted three double-doubles. For fantasy managers, this is a one-game outlier, not a red flag: his rebounding, scoring, and floor-spacing keep him an elite fantasy big, and a looming Knicks extension should lock in his role for years.

2 days ago

OG Anunoby • SF • Knicks

OG Anunoby Leans on Defense in Game 5 Title Win

New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby tallied 11 points, eight rebounds, three steals, one block, and one three-pointer in Saturday's 94-90 Game 5 win over the San Antonio Spurs. The 28-year-old struggled offensively, shooting 3-for-11 from the field and 4-for-6 at the line, but he still chipped in enough defensive production to help New York clinch the title. This was a quiet close after Anunoby scored 33 points in Game 4 and 28 in Game 3. Across 17 postseason games, he averaged 20.1 points, 6.3 rebounds, 1.5 steals, and 1.1 blocks, making his two-way profile the biggest fantasy takeaway heading into next season.

2 days ago

Mikal Bridges • SF • Knicks

Mikal Bridges Chips in During Championship-Clinching Win

New York Knicks guard/forward Mikal Bridges notched 14 points, two rebounds, four assists, one block, and three three-pointers in Saturday's 94-90 Game 5 win over the San Antonio Spurs. The 29-year-old went 5-for-10 from the field and gave New York another efficient complementary line while Jalen Brunson carried the offense. Bridges averaged 14.4 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 3.7 assists during the regular season, so this was a fitting closeout snapshot of his fantasy profile: useful scoring, threes, defensive stats, and strong percentages without needing heavy usage. His role should remain steady as a multi-category piece for next season.

2 days ago

Jalen Brunson • PG • Knicks

Jalen Brunson Captures Finals MVP as Knicks Win 2026 Title

New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson powered the franchise to its first championship since 1973, pouring in 45 points in Saturday's 94-90 Game 5 win over the San Antonio Spurs. The Finals MVP shot 14-for-27 from the field and 13-for-15 at the line, adding four 3-pointers, three rebounds, three assists, and two steals while scoring 15 of his points in the fourth quarter to close out a 4-1 series. His 45 points set a Knicks Finals record, and he joined Willis Reed as the only New York player to claim the Bill Russell Trophy. Brunson saved his best for a series in which he had struggled to shoot, finishing as the unanimous choice of all 11 voters. For dynasty managers, he enters next season as a rock-solid early-round lock, with elite scoring volume and free-throw production anchoring his floor.

2 days ago

Kyrie Irving • PG • Mavericks

Mavericks Not Interested in Trading Kyrie Irving

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (knee) is reportedly not available right now. According to Marc Stein, the Detroit Pistons and Minnesota Timberwolves have reached out about the availability of Irving. As of this moment, the Mavs are content with keeping the 34-year-old veteran heading into next season. Irving sat out all this past season while recovering from a torn left ACL. The veteran guard is expected to be fully healthy at the beginning of next season. Irving is owed $39.5 million for the upcoming season and has a player option for $42.4 million for the 2027 campaign. The Mavs are hopeful that Irving can be a key contributor, but his fantasy value could take a hit coming off major knee surgery.

3 days ago

LeBron James • SF • Lakers

LeBron James Could Leave the Lakers

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James might not be back with the organization next season. Tim Bontemps of ESPN believes there's a legitimate chance that James is not back with the team next season. The Lakers are focused on building around Luka Doncic, which likely includes bringing back guard Austin Reaves. The Lakers will likely need to pay a hefty price in free agency to bring back Reaves this summer. With that being said, James might be forced to take a pay cut to stay with the Lakers or potentially head elsewhere. According to his agent, James has around 10-12 teams that would be interested in signing him. The 41-year-old can still be a reliable contributor, but his overall ceiling is going to take a hit due to age regression. His fantasy value will be dependent on where he ends up signing this offseason.

3 days ago

Austin Reaves • SG • Lakers

Nets Expected to Offer Austin Reaves a Max Contract

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves could be headed elsewhere soon. According to Dan Woike, the Brooklyn Nets are prepared to offer Reaves a max contract this summer. The Lakers have viewed re-signing Reaves as a priority, but it's likely going to cost them a hefty amount of money. The Nets are reportedly willing to offer Reaves around $178.5 million over four years. The Lakers could offer Reaves a fifth year, but it's unclear if they want to match that kind of money. The status of LeBron James is also something that the Lakers need to pay attention to. Adding a player such as Reaves to the mix could help speed up the Nets' rebuilding process. The Nets have a handful of young guards, but none stand out as true cornerstone pieces right now. A move to the Nets would likely benefit Reaves as the primary focal point of an offense.

3 days ago

Luke Kornet • C • Spurs

Luke Kornet Tagged as Questionable for Game 5

San Antonio Spurs center Luke Kornet (illness) is listed as questionable ahead of Saturday's Game 5 of the NBA Finals against the New York Knicks. Kornet only played four minutes during Wednesday's loss. It's unclear if that was the plan or if Kornet was limited in that contest because of this illness. If he remains out on Saturday, Carter Bryant would likely be in line for extra playing time. Victor Wembanyama figures to play over 40 minutes in what is an elimination game for the Spurs. Kornet probably wouldn't see much action on the court even if he's cleared to play. The Spurs will lean heavily on Wembanyama as they attempt to battle back from a 3-1 deficit.

3 days ago

Mitchell Robinson • C • Knicks

Mitchell Robinson is Available for Game 5 on Saturday

New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson (finger) has been cleared to play ahead of Game 5 of the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday. Robinson returned to the injury report ahead of this contest, but he will be available to play. The big man suffered a broken pinky finger during the Eastern Conference Finals. He has looked fine during this series, but is only logging in minutes in the teens right now. He snagged five rebounds across 13 minutes during the epic Game 4 comeback. Robinson will continue being the primary backup center as the Knicks look to close out this series.

3 days ago

Terry Rozier • PG

Terry Rozier to Stand Trial in February 2027

Free agent guard Terry Rozier pleaded not guilty to newly added sports bribery and honest services wire fraud conspiracy charges, leaving him with not-guilty pleas to all four counts in the federal gambling case, The Athletic's Mike Vorkunov reports. A judge set his trial for Feb. 8, 2027. Prosecutors allege Rozier accepted a bribe to exit a March 23, 2023, game early while with the Hornets, logging just over nine minutes and finishing with five points, four rebounds, and two assists against the Pelicans after averaging 21.1 points per game that season. The NBA placed him on indefinite leave following his October 2025 arrest, and the Heat waived him in April 2026. Rozier's attorney is seeking changes to his release conditions that he argues are hindering a potential NBA return. From a fantasy perspective, Rozier is undraftable in redraft and a roster cut in all but the deepest dynasty formats until his status resolves.

4 days ago

Victor Wembanyama • PF • Spurs

Victor Wembanyama One Flagrant Foul Point From Suspension

San Antonio Spurs forward/center Victor Wembanyama is one flagrant foul point away from an automatic suspension after receiving a Flagrant 1 in Wednesday's 107-106 Game 4 NBA Finals loss to the New York Knicks, according to ESPN's Michael C. Wright. The 22-year-old now has three flagrant points this postseason, putting his Game 5 discipline risk under the spotlight with San Antonio trailing 3-1. Wembanyama still delivered 24 points, 13 rebounds, one assist, and three blocks in 43 minutes, but he shot 9-for-25 from the field and 4-for-7 at the line. Fantasy managers should still expect a massive workload in the elimination game, although one more dangerous-play ruling could abruptly end his postseason availability.

4 days ago

Domantas Sabonis • C • Kings

Domantas Sabonis Discussed in Trade Talks with Hornets

HoopsHype's Michael Scotto reports that the Sacramento Kings and Charlotte Hornets had exploratory trade talks on a Domantas Sabonis deal involving Miles Bridges. The talks do not appear close, as Sam Amick of The Athletic reported that compensation has been a sticking point, with Sacramento seeking one of Charlotte's first-round picks. Sabonis averaged 15.8 points, 11.4 rebounds, and 4.1 assists in 19 games before season-ending knee surgery, while Bridges posted 17.1 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 3.2 assists. A move to Charlotte would give Sabonis a cleaner playmaking fit next to LaMelo Ball, while Bridges' fantasy value would hinge on whether Sacramento gives him the same on-ball freedom he had with the Hornets.

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