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Bob Pettit, NBA Hall of Famer and Scoring Legend, Dies at 93
NBA Hall of Famer Bob Pettit has died at age 93. The 11-time All-Star played 11 seasons in the league and retired as the NBA's all-time leading scorer.
25 Sept 2026
24 Sept 2026
Longtime Lakers Public Address Announcer Lawrence Tanter Dies at 76
Longtime Los Angeles Lakers public address announcer Lawrence Tanter has died at age 76, the team announced Wednesday. Tanter served as the team's public address voice for 43 seasons.
18 Sept 2026
Pelicans Sign Saddiq Bey to Three-Year, $55.5 Million Extension
The New Orleans Pelicans have signed forward Saddiq Bey to a three-year, $55.5 million contract extension. Bey averaged 17.7 points and 5.5 rebounds per game last season, solidifying his role in head coach Willie Green's rotation alongside Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram.
14 Sept 2026
Steve Ballmer Confirms Clippers Will Comply With NBA Sanctions Without Legal Action
Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer announced the franchise will comply with NBA penalties and will not pursue legal action. The decision ends administrative uncertainty as the team shifts focus to on-court preparation.
14 Sept 2026
NBA Informs Franchises of Revised $176 Million Salary Cap Projection for 2027-28 Season
The NBA has sent a memo to all 30 teams detailing a revised salary cap projection of $176 million for the 2027-28 season, an increase from the earlier $174 million forecast. The updated figure provides front offices and the NBPA with refined luxury tax and apron thresholds for multi-year roster planning.
3 Sept 2026
NBA Penalizes Clippers: Five First-Round Picks Stripped, $30M Fine, Ballmer Suspended
The NBA has stripped the Los Angeles Clippers of five first-round draft picks, levied a $30 million fine, and suspended owner Steve Ballmer for one year following a salary cap circumvention investigation involving Kawhi Leonard. Basketball operations president Lawrence Frank and business operations president Gillian Zucker also received suspensions.
23 Aug 2026
Luka Dončić's Lakers Future Clouded by Rival Inquiries and Roster Uncertainty
Luka Dončić's long-term future with the Los Angeles Lakers has come under scrutiny as rival teams monitor the franchise's outlook under Rob Pelinka and JJ Redick. The front office faces structural challenges in optimizing the floor geometry around Dončić, LeBron James, and Anthony Davis.
22 Aug 2026
Bronny James Addresses Structural Shift Following LeBron James' Departure from Lakers
Bronny James has addressed LeBron James' departure from the Los Angeles Lakers, signaling a major structural transition for the franchise's offensive hierarchy. The roster recalibration forces Los Angeles to reallocate perimeter usage and adjust half-court rotation spacing ahead of the upcoming season.
22 Aug 2026
Marc Stad Acquires Controlling Interest in Timberwolves as Alex Rodriguez Retains Stake
Marc Stad is acquiring a controlling interest in the Minnesota Timberwolves from Marc Lore, expanding his role within the ownership group. Alex Rodriguez will retain his existing stake and position as the franchise finalizes the governance transition.
21 Aug 2026
Patrick Soon-Shiong Retains Lakers Equity Amid Ownership Dispute
Los Angeles Lakers minority owner Patrick Soon-Shiong confirmed he will not sell his stake in the franchise. The decision comes amid legal friction as governor Jeanie Buss contests her siblings' attempt to sell family shares to an outside investment group featuring Bob Iger and Josh Kushner.
19 Aug 2026
Buss Family Members Push to Liquidate Remaining Lakers Stake Amid Governance Dispute
Five Buss family members—Johnny, Jim, Janie, Joey, and Jesse Buss—have released a joint statement confirming their intent to sell their remaining 17.8% stake in the Los Angeles Lakers, directly challenging team governor Jeanie Buss.
10 Aug 2026
Offseason Tactical Shifts: Portland Ownership and League Roster Realignment
Portland's ownership uncertainty and LeBron James' move to Philadelphia highlight a summer of significant roster and executive shifts. These changes necessitate a tactical recalibration for affected teams as they prepare for the upcoming season.
