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Official: 76ers trade Broome to the Clippers

Tuesday 28 July

The Philadelphia 76ers traded forward Johni Broome and a second-round pick to the LA Clippers in exchange for cash considerations.

Official: LeBron signs with the 76ers

Monday 27 July

LeBron James has signed with the Philadelphia 76ers, teaming up with fellow new arrival Jaylen Brown after leaving the Los Angeles Lakers. The four-time MVP joins his new side for his 24th NBA season, closing the offseason’s biggest free agency saga.

Official: Hawks acquire Dort in three-team deal

Sunday 19 July

The Atlanta Hawks have acquired guard Lu Dort in a three-team trade involving the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Dallas Mavericks, also landing guard Ryan Nembhard. The Mavericks came away with forward Zaccharie Risacher, while the Thunder received three future second-round picks.

Reports: Steph Curry pitch for LeBron James

Thursday 16 July

One partnership the basketball world has long dreamed of seeing is that of LeBron James and Stephen Curry. With the two Olympic champions now in the twilight of their careers, if there is ever a moment for this mega pairing, it may be now. LeBron is an unrestricted free agent, which makes it the perfect time to join Steph on the Golden State Warriors.

Official: Pistons trade LeVert to the Bucks

Tuesday 7 July

The Detroit Pistons traded guard Caris LeVert to the Milwaukee Bucks, sending two second-round picks alongside him. In return, the Pistons received forward Taurean Prince and guard Gary Harris.

Reports: Lakers trade Ayton to the Wizards

Friday 3 July

The Los Angeles Lakers are sending centre Deandre Ayton to the Washington Wizards, continuing their post-LeBron reshuffle of the frontcourt. In return, the Lakers received guard Jaden Hardy and second-round picks in 2031 and 2032.

Also on this day: the Houston Rockets are trading forward Dorian Finney-Smith and three second-round picks to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for a $13 million trade exception.

Reports: Celtics trade Jaylen Brown to the 76ers

Wednesday 1 July

The Boston Celtics are trading All-NBA forward Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers, ending weeks of speculation around the 2024 Finals MVP. In return, Boston receives forward Paul George, a 2028 first-round pick (which could convert to a pick swap), an unprotected 2031 first-round pick, and second-round picks in 2028 and 2030.

Also on this day: the Memphis Grizzlies are sending forward Santi Aldama to the Dallas Mavericks, receiving guard AJ Johnson, a 2030 protected first-round pick (via Golden State), and two future second-round picks in return.

Reports: Lakers land Kessler from the Jazz in a sign-and-trade

Wednesday 1 July

The Los Angeles Lakers are moving to reshape their frontcourt after LeBron James’s exit, acquiring centre Walker Kessler from the Utah Jazz in a sign-and-trade. Utah receives unprotected first-round picks in 2031 and 2033, along with first-round pick swaps in 2028 and 2030.

Reports: Clippers trade Kawhi Leonard to the Raptors

Tuesday 30 June

The LA Clippers have agreed to trade All-NBA forward Kawhi Leonard to the Toronto Raptors, sending the two-time Finals MVP back to the franchise he led to the 2019 NBA championship. In return, the Clippers receive forward Brandon Ingram, guard Gradey Dick, two first-round picks, two second-round picks, and a pick swap.

Official: Lakers confirm LeBron James departure

Tuesday 30 June

The Los Angeles Lakers have confirmed that LeBron James is leaving the franchise, releasing a statement on the four-time MVP’s departure after eight years in the purple and gold.

The Golden State Warriors are among the teams reportedly weighing a run at James and a reunion with Anthony Davis, per ESPN, with Draymond Green having declined his option to add flexibility.