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Paul George agrees to sign four-year, $212 million max contract with Sixers

[ad_1] Paul George and the Philadelphia 76ers have agreed to a four-year, $212 million free-agent contract, a person with knowledge of the deal said early Monday morning.A nine-time All-Star, George intends to sign the contract shortly after the league's moratorium on signings is lifted July 6, said the person, who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the deal cannot be announced by NBA rules until that
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Sixers get their 3rd star as Paul George agrees to sign 4-year deal

[ad_1] Sixers get their 3rd star as Paul George agrees to sign 4-year deal originally appeared on NBC Sports PhiladelphiaThe Sixers sure did not strike out in their pursuit of a third star.After declining his Clippers player option, Paul George has agreed to sign a four-year, $212 million contract with the Sixers, a source confirmed to NBC Sports Philadelphia early Monday morning.ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski first reported the news.George is a
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Sources – Wizards, Jonas Valanciunas agree to 3 years, $30M

[ad_1] Jun 30, 2024, 08:51 PM ETFree agent center Jonas Valanciunas has agreed on a three-year, $30 million deal with the Washington Wizards, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski on Sunday.Valanciunas gives the rebuilding Wizards a veteran presence and more depth at center after they drafted French big man Alex Sarr with the No. 2 pick in last week's NBA draft.We've got everything you need to prepare for a busy summer
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2024 NBA free agency grades, analysis: Evaluating every major signing

[ad_1] The draft has concluded and the drama is just beginning, as a new NBA league year is upon us. Players are cashing in as teams prepare for a rapidly expanding salary cap in the wake of new broadcast rights deals. The FOX Sports NBA crew evaluates the biggest signings of this year's free agency class and grades each move.Players are listed according to their rank in FOX Sports' top 20
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Report: Kings exploring trade for Pelicans star Ingram

[ad_1] Report: Kings exploring trade for Pelicans star Ingram originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay AreaThe Kings reportedly are looking to make a big move.Sacramento has "exploratory interest" in a trade for New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype reported in an article published Sunday.Scotto reported that discussions "haven't escalated yet" between the Kings and Pelicans, adding that the Philadelphia 76ers are another possible trade destination for
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Sources — Free agent Kevin Love to re-sign with Heat

[ad_1] Jun 30, 2024, 06:41 PM ETVeteran forward/center Kevin Love is returning to the Miami Heat on a two-year deal, sources confirmed to ESPN's Tim Bontemps on Sunday.The deal, as first reported by The Athletic, is for $8 million-plus and doesn't include any options.We've got everything you need to prepare for a busy summer in the NBA.• Pelton: Latest free agent buzz and news• Pelton: Grading biggest free agent moves•
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Grizzlies center Zach Edey pulls his name from mix for Canada’s Olympic team

[ad_1] New Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey announced his decision Sunday to pull his name from consideration to play for Canada in the 2024 Paris Games to focus on his NBA career.Memphis used the ninth overall selection on the former Purdue center who became the first player in more than 40 years to win The Associated Press' men's college basketball player of the year award in back-to-back seasons.The 7-foot-4 Edey
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Report: Warriors could shift to LaVine or Ingram trade after PG13 pursuit

[ad_1] Report: Warriors could shift to LaVine or Ingram trade after PG13 pursuit originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay AreaThe Warriors appear to have their sights set on other potential trade targets after coming up short in their reported pursuit of Paul George.After George reportedly opted out of his $48.7 million contract with the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday -- essentially eliminating any chance Golden State had of acquiring him
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Sources: Obi Toppin to stay with Pacers on 4-year, $60M deal

[ad_1] Jun 30, 2024, 01:59 PM ETRestricted free agent Obi Toppin intends to sign a four-year, $60 million contract to stay with the Indiana Pacers, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. Toppin emerged as a top bench contributor for the Eastern Conference finalists.Toppin had a career season in his first year with the Pacers, averaging 10.3 points on 57.3% shooting from the field in 21.1 minutes per game.Toppin fit in seamlessly
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LeBron James reportedly opts out of contract with Lakers, could take pay cut to re-sign

[ad_1] LeBron James has declined the $51.4 million player option in his contract with the Los Angeles Lakers and entered unrestricted free agency, according to multiple reports. James is expected to re-sign with the Lakers and, according to Yahoo Sports, it could come with a hometown discount.James is eligible to sign a three-year, $162 million max deal with the Lakers, but in order for Los Angeles to use its full