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Jonas Valanciunas Agrees Two-Year Deal with Zalgiris, Pending Nuggets’ Decision

Daniel Kearns June 23, 2026

Agreement dependent on Nuggets' call Jonas Valanciunas has reached terms on a two-year contract with Zalgiris, but the move hinges...

Ayo Dosunmu Agrees to Five-Year, $112M Extension with Timberwolves

Daniel Kearns June 23, 2026

Deal details Guard Ayo Dosunmu has agreed to a five-year contract worth $112 million with the Minnesota Timberwolves. The final...

Jean Montero masterclass puts Valencia on brink of Liga Endesa title

Talia Reeve June 22, 2026

Valencia moved closer to the Liga Endesa crown by beating Barcelona 88-80 in Game 3 of the Finals, taking a...

Trey Lyles confirms departure from Real Madrid after one season

Daniel Kearns June 22, 2026

Departure confirmed Trey Lyles has announced that he will not be returning to Real Madrid next season after spending one...

Micic masterclass keeps Hapoel Tel Aviv alive

Maia Thompson June 21, 2026

How the game unfolded Hapoel Tel Aviv pulled out a 78-72 win over Maccabi Tel Aviv in Game 3 of...

Timberwolves Make New Push for Giannis Antetokounmpo

Daniel Kearns June 20, 2026

Timberwolves re-enter the Giannis sweepstakes The Minnesota Timberwolves have quietly resurfaced as a suitor for Giannis Antetokounmpo this offseason. After...