On June 23, Beijing time, according to the Associated Press, Jason Collins will be posthumously honored with the Arthur Ashe Courage Award at the ESPY ceremony in July, recognizing his immense contributions to increasing visibility for the LGBTQ+ community in professional sports. Collins was the first openly gay player in NBA history, a pioneer on the path to diversity and inclusion in sports, and a league ambassador for equality.

On June 23, Beijing time, according to renowned reporter Kelly Iko, after reviewing the entire Western Conference Finals and NBA Finals schedules and conducting in-depth analysis, the Rockets' management has come to a sobering realization: whether in the Western Conference or across the entire league, the Rockets still have a considerable gap to close before they can be considered among the elite teams. This understanding has fundamentally shifted the team's offseason approach—no longer insisting on "running it back with the same core," they now plan to make bold adjustments to the roster.

On June 23, Beijing time, Trae Young and the Wizards agreed to a four-year, $212 million extension, with a player option in the fourth year.

On June 23 Beijing time, multiple NBA reporters reported that the Celtics are aggressively pursuing Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, with former Finals MVP Jaylen Brown as the proposed centerpiece trade asset. Last week, there were rumors that Jaylen Brown was unwilling to go to Milwaukee, but insider Kelly Iko has information to the contrary.

Bucks forward Kuzma: "Major news to be announced." Shams, the news breaker, latest report: "Giannis going to the Heat or the Celtics will only be a one-on-one trade, no multi-team deal." The Greek Freak, barring any surprises, will officially determine his new team before draft night (Beijing time on the 24th of this month).

On June 22, Beijing time, according to renowned reporter Shams, multiple sources revealed that University of Michigan head coach Dusty May has reached an agreement with the Dallas Mavericks to become their new head coach. The college coaching star, who just led his team to the 2026 NCAA national championship, will make a major leap from the college ranks to the NBA. This move is also a bold gamble by Mavericks president Masai Ujiri since taking office.

The Japan men's basketball team has announced Kawamura's participation in training camp, but clearly stated that he will not play in the upcoming third window of World Cup qualifiers (against China and South Korea)... Is this a smokescreen? Over the past two windows, Japan's men's team has achieved a 3-1 record, currently sitting at the top of Group B.

Insider Shams: The Thunder send Aaron Wiggins to the Hawks in exchange for two second-round picks. After this deal, Oklahoma City's luxury tax bill drops from $213 million to $152 million; meanwhile, over the next eight years, the Thunder now hold a total of 12 first-round picks and 15 second-round picks, including two first-rounders this year.

On June 22, Beijing time, the Thunder sent Aaron Wiggins to the Hawks in exchange for two second-round picks. Even before the offseason began, it was clear to everyone that the Thunder needed to reduce their payroll; if they kept the current roster, they would face a massive luxury tax bill, and Wiggins became the first domino to fall in their salary-clearing efforts.

NBA reporter Michael Scotto reports that multiple teams across the league are closely monitoring whether the Thunder will make Luguentz Dort available. Dort has a $18.22 million team option for next season, and several team executives interviewed predict that Oklahoma City will pick up the option and then consider putting him on the trade market. If that happens, the Lakers and several other teams are reportedly interested in acquiring Dort.