Hoops Rumors

Highlighting some of the storylines and potential milestones to watch as the 2025/26 NBA season gets underway, Tim Reynolds of The Associated Press observes that the league is setting a series of records related to international players this fall. According to Reynolds, there are a record 135 players born outside of the U.S. on the league’s 30 opening night rosters. Of those … [Read more...] about And-Ones: International Players, NBA Europe, Taxpayers, More

In an exclusive interview with Marc J. Spears of Andscape, forward Brandon Ingram talks about joining the Raptors and leaving the Pelicans. While the former All-Star has “a lot of love for New Orleans,” he’s ready for a fresh start in Toronto. “This team can be whatever we want it to be,” Ingram said of the Raptors. “We have everything on the defensive end. We play hard. The … [Read more...] about Ingram Discusses Leaving New Orleans, Joining Toronto

7:05 pm: Lawson has officially rejoined the Raptors on a two-way contract, per NBA.com’s transaction log. 9:10 am: The Raptors are re-signing guard A.J. Lawson on a two-way deal, HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto tweets. Michael Grange of Sportsnet.ca first reported that the Raptors were expected to bring back Lawson on a two-way contract. Lawson was on the team’s camp roster but was … [Read more...] about Raptors Bring Back A.J. Lawson On Two-Way Contract

9:40 pm: Toronto has waived Reese, the team announced. As mentioned below, he’s now eligible for a bonus if he spends at least 60 days with the Raptors 905. 1:23 pm: The Raptors have signed undrafted rookie forward Julian Reese, the team announced today in a press release. It’s a non-guaranteed Exhibit 10 contract, according to Michael Grange of Sportsnet.ca (Twitter … [Read more...] about Raptors Sign, Waive Julian Reese

Sixers star Joel Embiid may or may not be available for Friday’s preseason finale against Minnesota, but there’s a good chance he’ll suit up for Philadelphia’s regular season opener next week, Chris Haynes reported on NBA TV (Twitter video link). According to Haynes, the 76ers plan to be “very cautious” with Embiid throughout the season. The veteran NBA insider added that he … [Read more...] about Injury Notes: Embiid, George, Sabonis, Chomche, Ivey