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DHJ Quick Take: LeBron James Free Agency Down to Six Real Contenders LeBron James won't return to the Los Angeles Lakers, and 6 teams believe they have a real shot to sign him for the 2026-27 season. Who's chasing him? The Cleveland Cavaliers, Golden State Warriors, Philadelphia 76ers, Miami Heat,...

DHJ Quick Take: Rich Paul Tells Forbes LeBron James' Decision Isn't Coming 'Anytime Soon' Rich Paul told Forbes a LeBron James free-agency decision isn't imminent, and his own 10-team whiteboard has Cleveland and Philadelphia leading, while Dallas' pitch leans entirely on business ties. What did Rich Paul tell Forbes? "I...

DHJ Quick Take: Timberwolves ‘Ramping Up’ Pursuit of LeBron James Minnesota has reached out to LeBron James' camp with a pitch centered on joining Anthony Edwards, LaMelo Ball, Jaden McDaniels and Rudy Gobert, according to The Athletic's Jon Krawczynski. What's the latest? The Timberwolves have contacted James' representatives about a...

DHJ Quick Take: Celtics' Deadline Pursuit of Gobert A Failed Deadline Blockbuster: The Boston Celtics attempted to trade for Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert at the February 2026 NBA trade deadline, though a deal ultimately failed to materialize. The Pivot to Vučević: With Gobert remaining in Minnesota, Boston pivoted to...

DHJ Quick Take: Timberwolves Lean Toward Moving Julius Randle Over Rudy Gobert Minnesota is exploring a retool around Anthony Edwards, with Julius Randle viewed as more available than Rudy Gobert. Who's most likely to move? Randle, a three-time All-Star with nearly $70 million left over two seasons, is the consequential...

DHJ Quick Take: Bucks Set a High Bar as Giannis Antetokounmpo Talks Heat Up Rival teams describe Milwaukee's Giannis Antetokounmpo asking price as unrealistic, with Miami out front as the draft nears. What's the holdup? Teams say the Bucks are asking for a return that would leave any buyer unable...

DHJ Quick Take: Timberwolves Targeting White and Giddey Aggressive Roster Pursuit: The Minnesota Timberwolves are actively exploring trade opportunities to acquire Boston Celtics guard Derrick White and Chicago Bulls forward Josh Giddey as they look to upgrade their supporting cast. Contractual Landscape: Financing the additions would require taking on White’s...

DHJ Quick Take: Micah Nori Says He Hasn't Heard From the Mavericks in Their Coaching Search Minnesota Timberwolves assistant Micah Nori, one of the most sought-after candidates on the market, said he has had no contact with the Dallas Mavericks about their head coaching opening, calling the search still very...

DHJ Quick Take: Edwards' Push for Irving Star Recruitment: Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards is reportedly pushing for his organization to trade for Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving this summer to help elevate the team into a championship-caliber roster. Missing Piece: After reaching the Western Conference Finals twice in the...

DHJ Quick Take The Physical Education: Minnesota brought a playoff-caliber defensive blueprint to Dallas, using extreme physicality to hold Cooper Flagg to a tough 5-of-19 shooting night in the 124-94 loss. Teammate Support: Brandon Williams notched seven assists and even passed up an open layup to lob an alley-oop to...