On July 9, Beijing time, according to renowned reporters Shams and Scotto, the Nuggets have officially waived center Jonas Valančiūnas. The $10 million guarantee clause in his contract was originally set to kick in today. Now, Denver will only need to pay Valančiūnas $2 million for the 2026-27 season. Over his 14-season NBA career, Valančiūnas has averaged 12.8 points and 9 rebounds per game.

On July 9, Beijing time, Stephen Curry wants to play golf with LeBron James. Beyond that, he would also be happy to team up with LeBron in the NBA. Curry appeared today at the American Century Championship golf tournament. When asked about the possibility of James joining, Curry said, "Honestly, I'm more excited to play golf with LeBron.

On July 9, Beijing time, the Mavericks, Pistons, Grizzlies, Clippers, Bucks, and Wizards officially completed this major blockbuster deal involving 11 players. Over the past two weeks, multiple media outlets had gradually disclosed several separate swap agreements that made up this trade. Now, all participating teams have issued official announcements confirming the transaction.

According to Shams' report on July 8, LeBron James' prolonged indecision has opened a window for the Warriors to discuss a trade for Anthony Davis with the Wizards. However, Washington's asking price is extremely steep. The Warriors would need to offer Jimmy Butler, multiple first-round picks, multiple second-round picks, and several pick swap rights.

On July 8, Beijing time, Kuminga officially became an unrestricted free agent and can sign with any interested team. This explosive but highly inconsistent two-way forward—where should he go? The competition for him is gradually intensifying.

On July 8 Beijing time, the Los Angeles Lakers officially announced the signing of forward Sandro Mamukelashvili. Previously, Shams reported that it was a 4-year, $52 million contract. Mamukelashvili stands 2.06 meters tall and weighs 109 kg. In the 2025-26 season, he played for the Toronto Raptors, appearing in 80 regular-season games (13 starts), averaging 21.9 minutes per game, and scoring a career-high 11.

On July 8, Beijing time, the Los Angeles Lakers officially announced the signing of guard Quentin Grimes. According to previous reports, Grimes signed a four-year, $60 million contract. Grimes stands 1.96 meters tall and weighs 94 kilograms. During the 2025-26 season with the Philadelphia 76ers, he played in 75 regular-season games (19 starts), averaging 29.4 minutes per game and contributing 13.4 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 3.

As someone who stayed up late to watch Argentina's incredible comeback, I find it hard to write. Not because I'm tired or sleepy, but because of... the controversy. Waking up in the morning and opening social media, the top trending hashtag was #ArgentinaIsDirty#. Behind the 2-0 to 3-2 turnaround lies massive controversy. But right now, anything I say seems inappropriate. First, I'm not a professional. Second, I don't know the motives of the brothers and sisters venting their emotions on the screen.

On July 8, Beijing time, according to renowned reporter Fischer, the Warriors have decided not to match Post's offer sheet, meaning Post will leave Golden State. Previously, as a restricted free agent, Post signed a three-year, $30 million offer sheet with the Grizzlies. This marks the first time since 2020 that a team has lost a player by declining to match an offer sheet.

When Kyle Lowry officially retired by signing a one-day contract with the Raptors, his close friend DeRozan was waived by the Kings, marking the beginning of the end of his career.