In just one night, the league broke out 9 news, among which, Ball joined the Suns, the Nuggets signed 3 in a row, Payne 3 for 1 to go to the Spurs!
Message 1: The Green Army signed Banton
According to the official news of the Green Army, striker Darano Banton officially joined the Green Army, and the two sides signed a 2-year contract, with the second year team option.
It is reported that Banton played for the Raptors last season, averaging 4.6 points, 1.5 rebounds and 1.2 assists per game in the regular season, and this summer Banton became a full free agent.
During this summer's league, Banton played for the Green Army, scoring 18 points, 9 rebounds, 2 assists and 1 block against the Knicks.
Message 2: The Nets sign Beazley
According to the Nets' official news, free agent forward Darius Baezley officially joined the Nets, and the two sides signed a 1-year contract.
Previously, the Suns did not offer a qualifying offer contract for Baezley, who played for the Thunder and then the Suns last season, averaging 5.2 points and 3.2 rebounds per game.
At present, the 23-year-old Baizley is 2.03 meters tall, and his potential and talent have yet to be tapped, and he is expected to enter the Nets' rotation in the new season.
Message 3: The Bulls sign Craig
According to official Bulls sources, forward Tory Craig officially joined the Bulls and the two sides signed a 2-year, $5.37 million contract.
It is reported that the Kings and Pistons and other teams were interested in Craig, but Craig eventually chose to join the Bulls and joined LaVine and DeRozan.
Message 4: Ball joins the Suns
According to ESPN, sources revealed that free agent center Ball Poll has joined the Suns and the two sides will sign a 1-year contract.
Previously, the Magic officially announced that they had cut Bol, who played in 70 games in the regular season last season, averaging 9.1 points, 5.8 rebounds, 1 assist and 1.2 blocks in 22 minutes per game.
For the Suns, the 23-year-old Ball is on the rise of his career, and the height, rebounding and defense he can bring is undoubtedly what the Suns need most right now.
News 5: The Nuggets signed 3 people in a row
According to the Nuggets' official news, the team officially renewed guard Reggie Jackson, and the two sides agreed to a 2-year, $10.25 million contract.
Separately, according to ESPN, sources revealed that the Nuggets signed two-way contracts with center Jay Khuff and guard Colin Gillespie, respectively.
As a result, although the Nuggets have signed three people in a row, there are still vacancies in the roster, and management will continue to seek signings and reinforcements.
Message 6: The Green Army intends Rivers Jr
According to a report by Green Army reporter Gary Washburn, sources have revealed that the Green Army is interested in free agent guard Austin Rivers and forward Harry Giles.
It is reported that Rivers Jr. is currently seeking a base salary in free agency, and the Green Army has expressed interest in signing Rivers Jr. to strengthen the depth of defenders.
In addition, the Green Army had previously watched Giles' tryout, and the Green Army was willing to offer Giles a chance to play on a team affiliated with the Development League.
Message 7: The Knights will chase Wood
According to Chris Fedor, sources revealed that the Cavaliers were interested in Christian Wood, PJ Washington and Kelly Oubre.
It's worth mentioning that PJ Washington played for the Hornets last season and is currently a restricted free agent.
Wood played for the Mavericks last season and Oubre played for the Hornets last season, and the two are currently full free agents.
It is reported that the Cavaliers currently have 13 standard contracts and 3 two-way contracts on the roster, and the Cavaliers are still $3 million short of the luxury tax line, and Wood is more likely to be a target for the Cavaliers!
Message 8: Sun Magic Deal
According to ESPN, sources revealed that the Suns struck a deal with the Magic, and the Suns sent the 2026 first-round pick swap, exchanging 3 second-round picks from the Magic.
According to follow-up reports, the 3 second-round picks sent by the Magic are the 2024 second-round pick (from the Nuggets), one 2026 second-round pick (the lower Pistons/Magic/Bucks pick) and one 2028 second-round pick (from the Green Army 31-45 pick).
Message 9: Payne is 3-for-1 for the Spurs
According to Shams, the Suns and Spurs reached a deal, and the Suns sent Cameron Payne + 1 second-round pick + some cash, and exchanged 1 second-round pick from the Spurs.
Last season with the Suns, Payne averaged 10.3 points, 2.2 rebounds and 4.5 assists in the regular season and 8.1 points, 2 rebounds and 2.9 assists in the playoffs.
Payne's contract for next season is reported to be $6.5 million, and after trading Payne to the Spurs and signing Ball will save the Suns $26.4 million in luxury taxes.