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Why Kawhi Leonard Waived His $7.45 Million Trade Bonus
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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What the NBA’s $176 Million Salary Cap Projection Means for Teams
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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Why Seattle and Las Vegas Still Need NBA Expansion Approval
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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Who Replaces Mark Williams? The Suns’ Ighodaro–Maluach Decision
Mark Williams’ shoulder surgery leaves Phoenix choosing between Oso Ighodaro’s established passing and defense and Khaman Maluach’s developing size and shooting. Their recent production explains why the starting job remains an open question.
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What the Clippers’ Federal Investigation Adds to the NBA Case
The reported federal inquiry into the Clippers’ dealings involving Kawhi Leonard brings investigative powers the NBA lacked. But its targets and possible charges remain unclear, and the league’s findings do not establish a federal crime.
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Is the NBA Buying EuroLeague? What the October 5 Meeting Means
EuroLeague owners are reportedly preparing to consider a possible NBA acquisition offer. The decision could bring the two European league projects together, but ownership terms, participating clubs and qualification rules remain unresolved.
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Why the Pelicans Traded Jordan Hawkins to Make Room for Bennedict Mathurin
New Orleans’ deal with Memphis clears the financial path to signing Bennedict Mathurin. The cost includes Jordan Hawkins, Micah Peavy and future draft assets, with more roster decisions still ahead.
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