The Lakers shipped out two unprotected first-round picks and two first-round pick swap rights to pry restricted free agent Walker Kessler away from the Jazz, signing him to a four-year, $130 million contract; the Celtics sent out 29-year-old Jaylen Brown to the 76ers for 36-year-old Paul George plus two first-round picks and two second-round picks. Reporter Sam Quinn remarked: Kessler's trade value exceeds even Jaylen Brown's.

The former NBA Finals MVP forward will no longer be a Celtic starting from the 2026-27 season.

On July 2, Beijing time, according to Lakers reporter Woike, the Lakers are actively chasing Jonathan Kuminga. Sources say the high-upside swingman has become a key target for Los Angeles. Kuminga has played for both the Warriors and the Hawks; Atlanta recently declined his $24.3 million team option.

Here it is, finally arrived. Tobias Harris has agreed to a two-year, $31 million contract with the Spurs, with an average annual salary of $15.5 million, fully guaranteed, and no player or team options. The predicted starting five for the Spurs next season: Fox, Castle, Vassell, Harris, and Wembanyama. As for the 25th overall pick, Harper, he may have to continue developing on the second unit...

While the whole league was mocking the Lakers for trading two first-round picks and two pick swaps to the Jazz for Walker Kessler, the Celtics stepped up and decided to make a big move. Boston sent Jaylen Brown to Philadelphia in exchange for Paul George, two first-round picks, and two second-round picks. The first-round picks are the better of the 2028 selections and an unprotected 2031 pick.

A more shocking revelation than the Lakers trading for Kessler has arrived: the 76ers are sending Paul George, two first-round picks, and two second-round picks to the Celtics in a five-for-one deal to acquire Jaylen Brown. Let me quickly highlight three points: 1. PG has now been traded three times, each time fetching a massive haul for his former team. First time: Pacers to Thunder, with Indiana getting Victor Oladipo and Domantas Sabonis.

Unbelievable, absolutely unbelievable. The Celtics sent Jaylen Brown to the 76ers in exchange for Paul George, two first-round picks, and two second-round picks. Trading a 29-year-old Jaylen Brown for a 36-year-old George whose performance is in serious decline... How is this supposed to be an upgrade? It only suggests that the rift between Brown and the Celtics might be deeper than imagined. Last season, Jaylen Brown had a salary of $53.14 million and averaged 28.7 points and 6. in the regular season.

The Lakers and the Jazz have officially completed a sign-and-trade agreement, successfully bringing in Walker Kessler. The trade package: The Lakers send two unprotected first-round picks in 2031 and 2033, along with swap rights for their first-round picks in 2028 and 2030. Kessler has simultaneously agreed to a four-year, $130 million max contract with the Lakers, which includes a player option in the fourth year and a full trade kicker. Yes, the big center is finally here.

On July 2, Beijing time, data released by BasketballForever sparked widespread online discussion: Tobias Harris's total NBA career salary has reached $330 million, officially overtaking the legendary Kobe Bryant's $323 million.

On July 2, Beijing time, the 76ers' major trade involving Paul George has noticeably impacted the odds for James' next team. In just one day, the 76ers jumped from outside the top 10 to a solid 4th place, reflecting the public's growing belief that James might consider joining Philadelphia.