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Thompson’s defense already changes playoff game plans. Detroit’s investment depends on preserving that advantage while finding more reliable ways for him to contribute around Cade Cunningham.
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Bey’s reported extension begins in 2027-28. An NBA rule tied to the league’s estimated average salary allows New Orleans to give him a much larger raise than his existing contract alone would permit.
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New York’s Exhibit 9 contracts allow a crowded training camp without committing to five regular-season salaries. The likely one-player limit comes from the Knicks’ second-apron spending policy, while separate rules govern injuries and salary guarantees.
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George’s shooting gives Boston a credible complement to Tatum. His recent production explains the fit, while his availability record needs more context than an injury total.
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Leonard’s concession helped Toronto complete the trade without sending away more players. The Raptors still face a hard spending limit as they fill out the roster.
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The higher 2027-28 projection gives teams more financial room, but contracts tied to the cap become more expensive too. Here’s how the $2 million revision affects spending power.
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This week’s owners’ meeting could advance NBA expansion, but neither city has been awarded a team. The decision requires owners to weigh an upfront payment against sharing future revenue with more franchises.
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