NBA free agency starts with major trades and player announcements
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 5:59 PM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
The NBA free agency period began on July 1, following the New York Knicks’ recent championship win. Key developments include the Milwaukee Bucks trading Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat, and LeBron James informing the Lakers that he will not return. The Los Angeles Clippers have reportedly traded Kawhi Leonard to the Toronto Raptors. These transactions will reshape multiple franchises as the offseason progresses, with official deal confirmations expected after July 6.
- •Giannis Antetokounmpo is traded to the Miami Heat.
- •LeBron James announces he will not return to the Lakers.
- •Kawhi Leonard reportedly traded to the Toronto Raptors.
- •Official contracts will begin signing on July 6.
- •NBA free agency started amid significant roster changes.
- 5:59 PMYahoo Sports — NBA free agency live tracker today: Latest signings, trades and more
"The NBA free agency period is underway. Here are all the comings and goings, trades and more.
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