Charlotte Hornets Waive Guard Rob Dillingham After Quick Acquisition
The Charlotte Hornets are waiving guard Rob Dillingham just one day after acquiring the former No. 8 overall draft pick via trade, cutting ties before the start of training camp.
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Monday, September 28
Tyrese Maxey Welcomes LeBron James to Formidable 76ers Squad
Tyrese Maxey played a central role in recruiting LeBron James to the Philadelphia 76ers, maintaining a close relationship through shared representation and workouts. Maxey expressed excitement about teaming up with James, Joel Embiid, and Jaylen Brown, noting that James' presence will uplift the entire organization. Entering his seventh season, Maxey expects to play more off the ball while pursuing deep playoff contention.
Jalen Duren Holds Out From Pistons Camp Amid Contract Dispute
Jalen Duren is holding out from Detroit Pistons' media day and training camp due to a contract dispute after declining a five-year, $200 million offer. Duren faces a Thursday deadline to accept a $9.6 million qualifying offer following a breakout All-Star season averaging 19.5 points and 10.5 rebounds. President Trajan Langdon affirmed Duren will be a Piston this season, while teammates like Cade Cunningham expressed full support and understanding of the business negotiations.
Jimmy Butler Cleared for Light On-Court Activities Post-ACL Surgery
Jimmy Butler has been cleared for light on-court activities as he recovers from January ACL surgery, though he will miss the start of the 2026-27 season. Entering the final year of his contract, Butler expressed that he is unconcerned about money and solely focused on winning and returning to health. Averaging 20.0 points prior to his injury, Butler aims to remain vocal and support his Warriors teammates from the sidelines.
Tyrese Haliburton Declares Himself 100% Healthy for Pacers Season
Tyrese Haliburton announced at media day that he is completely healthy with zero restrictions entering the 2026-27 season. Having missed the entire previous campaign recovering from an Achilles tear and shingles from the 2025 NBA Finals, Haliburton is ready to lead the Indiana Pacers. Coach Rick Carlisle anticipates minimal limitations as the star point guard returns to full 5-on-5 play, fueling high expectations for the team's upcoming campaign.
Dylan Harper Targets Expanded Role in San Antonio Spurs Backcourt
San Antonio Spurs guard Dylan Harper is preparing for an expanded backcourt role in his second NBA season, stating he has no intention of coming off the bench following a breakout playoff run. Head coach Mitch Johnson noted plans to play Harper alongside De'Aaron Fox and Stephon Castle more frequently during the regular season, giving the Spurs a versatile three-guard lineup as they build on their recent NBA Finals appearance.
Kristaps Porziņģis Out Indefinitely for Warriors With Health Issue
Kristaps Porziņģis is out indefinitely with an unspecified health issue and missed the start of Golden State Warriors training camp in Hawaii. The 31-year-old Latvian veteran, who signed a two-year, $40 million extension in June, reported the issue to the team on Sunday after being fully cleared last week. GM Mike Dunleavy Jr. tempered concerns, stating Porziņģis has not been ruled out for the start of the regular season in late October.
Tobias Harris Praises Wembanyama and Accepts Any Role with Spurs
Veteran forward Tobias Harris expressed enthusiasm after signing with the San Antonio Spurs, calling the franchise an epitome of excellence over his 15-year career. Harris praised star big man Victor Wembanyama as the most talented player in the NBA and the hardest worker he has witnessed in 16 seasons. Entering training camp, Harris stated he is fully willing to accept any role required to help the Spurs win.
De'Aaron Fox Determined to Overcome NBA Finals Struggles with Spurs
San Antonio Spurs point guard De'Aaron Fox is focused on moving past a difficult NBA Finals performance where he averaged just 12.8 points on 34.4% shooting while hobbled by an ankle sprain. Fully healthy heading into the new campaign, Fox will share backcourt duties with emerging guards Dylan Harper and Stephon Castle, as head coach Mitch Johnson plans to deploy all three guards together in expanded lineups.
Stephon Castle Prepares for Key Role in Spurs Dynamic Three-Guard Rotation
San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle downplayed narrative noise surrounding the team's backcourt, embracing a flexible role alongside De'Aaron Fox and Dylan Harper. Head coach Mitch Johnson plans to utilize the trio together more often this season. Castle, who drew attention for calling Madison Square Garden's NBA Finals crowd underwhelming compared to Oklahoma City's, was also the target of lighthearted teasing from teammates during Spurs media day.
Walker Kessler Joins Los Angeles Lakers After Being Traded From Jazz
Walker Kessler was determined to leave the Utah Jazz and pursue unrestricted free agency in 2027 before being traded to the Los Angeles Lakers for four first-round picks. Kessler, who played only five games last season due to shoulder issues, was heavily desired by superstar Luka Dončić. The 25-year-old rim protector is expected to serve as the long-term answer at center, providing elite interior defense and play-finishing in L.A.
Paul George Ready to Prove Doubters Wrong in Boston Celtics Debut
Embarking on his 17th NBA season, Paul George addressed the 'washed' label during Boston Celtics media day, attributing his recent statistical decline to playing through injuries in Philadelphia. Fresh off his first fully healthy offseason in years, George expressed excitement about joining a winning culture and excelling in a complementary role alongside Jayson Tatum to help the Celtics contend.
Franz Wagner Fully Healthy and Eager for Orlando Magic Season Opener
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner enters training camp with a clean bill of health after resting a calf injury and skipping FIBA World Cup action with Germany this summer. Wagner was limited to 34 regular-season games last year due to ankle and calf issues, but delivered high-level production when available, averaging 20.6 points, 5.2 rebounds, 3.3 assists, and 0.9 steals per game for Orlando.
Mitchell Robinson Confident in Handling Larger Workload for Celtics
Mitchell Robinson expressed confidence in handling a consistent workload for the Boston Celtics after signing in free agency. Averaging 5.7 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks in 19.6 minutes last year, Robinson brings elite offensive rebounding prowess. During media day, Robinson joked about Joe Mazzulla apologizing for past Hack-a-Mitch tactics and noted he has been working heavily on his 50.8% career free-throw mark.
Josh Giddey Cleared for Full Participation at Chicago Bulls Camp
Chicago Bulls star guard Josh Giddey will be a full participant with no restrictions at training camp, according to Joel Lorenzi of The Athletic. After undergoing ankle surgery in the spring, Giddey is fully recovered and primed for another massive campaign as Chicago's go-to playmaker. He enters the season fresh off a stellar 2025-26 breakout year where he posted career-high averages of 17.0 points, 9.1 assists, and 8.3 rebounds per game for the Bulls.
Myles Turner Reflects on Transformative Offseason and Milwaukee Future
Milwaukee Bucks center Myles Turner opened up about his busy offseason, including a $1 million commitment to food insecurity, animal advocacy, and taking on a role as NBPA Vice President. Reflecting on his transition year in Milwaukee and Giannis Antetokounmpo's departure, Turner emphasized his unwavering competitive mindset. Entering his prime at age 30, Turner is focused on leadership, embracing discomfort, and using the pain of his 2025 Finals run with Indiana to fuel another championship pursuit.
Zach LaVine Healthy and Ready to Roll for Sacramento Kings Camp
Sacramento Kings guard Zach LaVine is fully healthy entering training camp, general manager Scott Perry confirmed. LaVine underwent season-ending surgery in February to repair a torn tendon in his right fifth finger, limiting him to 39 games in 2025-26 where he averaged 19.2 points while shooting 47.9 percent from the field. His complete recovery puts him firmly on track to resume a prominent starting role in Sacramento's backcourt for the start of the new campaign.
Keegan Murray Cleared and 100 Percent Healthy Entering Training Camp
Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray is fully healthy and cleared for training camp, general manager Scott Perry announced. Murray was limited to just 23 regular-season appearances in 2025-26 due to multiple injuries, most notably issues with his left ankle that required an arthroscopic procedure in May to remove loose bodies. His full participation indicates the issue will not limit him as the Kings begin preparations for the upcoming regular season under normal conditioning.
Joel Embiid Shows Encouraging Offseason Health and Progress for 76ers
Joel Embiid has made significant progress in his body, game, and mental preparation, entering training camp visibly leaner and feeling pretty good. After appearing in only 38 games in 2025-26 due to durability concerns, teammate LeBron James and the Philadelphia front office have expressed optimism about his health. Embiid stated there is a strict plan in place to keep him healthy throughout the upcoming campaign so he can be at his absolute best when the postseason arrives.
DeMar DeRozan Set to Operate as High-Usage Focal Point off Nuggets Bench
DeMar DeRozan is expected to serve as the primary offensive engine for the Denver Nuggets' second unit under head coach David Adelman. The plan keeps Denver's starting five intact while putting the ball frequently in the hands of the veteran forward. Despite spending nearly his entire career as a starter, the 37-year-old's scoring and playmaking will provide a dependable offensive spark whenever Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray are off the floor.