On July 7, Beijing time, the Heat successfully secured their top offseason target, acquiring two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo via trade—a major victory for the franchise. However, the Heat clearly got the wrong jersey number for him. Shortly after the trade was officially announced on Monday afternoon local time, the team declared he would wear No. 34—the same number he had worn during his 13 seasons with the Bucks.

On July 7th Beijing time, the Kings officially announced that they had waived DeRozan. Subsequently, reports indicated that DeRozan would attract interest from several teams, including the Heat, Pistons, Knicks, Lakers, Clippers, Raptors, and others hoping to sign him.

On July 7, Beijing time, LeBron James is about to make a critical decision in free agency, finalizing his next team. However, various reports indicate that his agent will handle most of the preliminary communication work for him.

Finally, they mutually parted ways~ The Kings officially announced: They have waived DeMar DeRozan... DeRozan was born on August 7, 1989, stands 1.98m tall with a 2.06m wingspan, and was the ninth pick in the first round of the 2009 draft. Although he is already 36 years old, he still has plenty left in the tank. Last season in the regular season, he played all 77 games as a starter, averaging 31.2 minutes per game, contributing 18.4 points, 2.9 rebounds, 4.

It's over, completely over. The Lakers' starting five that eliminated the Rockets 4-2 in the first round of this year's playoffs have all confirmed their departures, as follows: James, an unrestricted free agent; Hachimura, signing a two-year, $28 million deal with the Clippers (his previous contract was three years, $51 million); Ayton, traded to the Wizards; Smart, signing a two-year, $13 million deal with the Rockets; Kennard, signing a two-year, $13 million deal with the Suns.

On July 7, Beijing time, the Celtics and the 76ers officially announced the Brown trade. Boston sent Brown and received George from the 76ers, plus two first-round picks and two second-round picks. Celtics owner Chisholm and president Stevens held a press conference to respond to the team's recent moves. In the weeks before the deal was finalized, Brown had been deeply involved in trade rumors.

On July 7th Beijing time, Philadelphia 76ers President of Basketball Operations Daryl Morey officially announced: The team has acquired five-time All-Star and two-time All-NBA player Jaylen Brown from the Boston Celtics in exchange for Paul George, two first-round draft picks, and two second-round picks.

Japan's men's basketball stats: Hawkins was phenomenal. In the previous game against China, he shot 10 of 16 for 27 points, 4 rebounds, and 4 assists. In this game versus South Korea, he shot 11 of 16 for 30 points and 12 rebounds, but it was a losing effort in a double-double.

Shams Charania: Restricted free agent Quinten Post has agreed to a three-year, $30 million offer sheet with the Grizzlies. Notably, the Warriors have until 11:59 PM Eastern Time on Tuesday to decide whether to match the offer. If they match, they keep Post; otherwise, they part ways amicably.

Reporter Fischer: The Lakers had no intention of keeping Rui Hachimura, and his tenure with the Purple and Gold may be over. Renowned Lakers media outlet Lakers All Day Everyday: The Lakers have informed Hachimura that they will not renew his contract. U.S. media Pickuphoop commented: It’s hard to imagine any team winning a playoff series and then immediately letting go of all its starters.