[GUEST ACCESS MODE: Data is scrambled or limited to provide examples. Make requests using your API key to unlock full data. Check https://lunarcrush.ai/auth for authentication information.] [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/twitter/BrettSiegelNBA) "A lot has changed in the Western Conference in one week with CP3 Beal Lillard and Smart signing new deals. All the latest intel from Summer League including notes on the Lakers Clippers Warriors Celtics Suns and much more on @ClutchPoints:"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947347509812031622) 2025-07-21 17:26:40 UTC 32.8K followers, 744K engagements "Thats a wrap for me from Las Vegas Summer League. Thank you all for the amazing support as always. Plenty to talk about from a while weeks worth of discussions at Summer League. Will have new words on LeBron James future in the morning on @ClutchPoints"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1945675005528064352) 2025-07-17 02:40:44 UTC 32.8K followers, 8271 engagements "Smart was a Lakers trade target before last years deadline as well but nothing ever materialized. Lakers had remained aggressive this offseason in their pursuit of experienced veteran players and they get a former DPOY in Smart to add to their backcourt"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1946697620010758165) 2025-07-19 22:24:15 UTC 32.8K followers, 56.5K engagements "The Indiana Pacers and center James Wiseman are in agreement on a new contract team president Kevin Pritchard announced today. Wiseman is signing a two-year contract with a team option in Year X. @TonyREast was first with exact details"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1942293393838583857) 2025-07-07 18:43:25 UTC 32.7K followers, 26K engagements "First look of Damian Lillard in a Blazers uniform:"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1945995555571671272) 2025-07-17 23:54:29 UTC 32.5K followers, 14K engagements "Sacramento would need to free up a roster spot if they were to pursue Ben Simmons Russell Westbrook or someone else still remaining in free agency via a minimum contract. Terence Davis has a non-guaranteed $2.55M contract for the 25-26 season"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947375317212885390) 2025-07-21 19:17:10 UTC 32.8K followers, 31.5K engagements "The Washington Wizards have officially reached a buyout agreement with guard Marcus Smart. He will now enter his waiver period and be eligible to sign with the Lakers upon clearing waivers"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947054183917510667) 2025-07-20 22:01:06 UTC 32.8K followers, 54.6K engagements "From Lakers' Rob Pelinka: "Adding a player like Marcus Smart to our roster allows us to compete at the highest level. Marcus epitomizes what it means to prioritize winning above all else. This is an exciting player acquisition for sure.""  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947779120370155816) 2025-07-22 22:01:44 UTC 32.8K followers, 26.3K engagements "2025 NBA All-Summer League First Team: Kyle Filipowski - Jazz Jordan Miller - Clippers Nique Clifford - Kings Terrence Shannon Jr. - Timberwolves David Jones-Garcia - Spurs"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947751738896728273) 2025-07-22 20:12:56 UTC 32.8K followers, 10.5K engagements "While in Las Vegas for NBA Summer League I had the chance to talk with Dylan Harper VJ Edgecombe Kon Knueppel and some other first-round picks about their experience and why Summer League matters. My exclusive with the NBA rookies on @ClutchPoints:"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947784443407557024) 2025-07-22 22:22:54 UTC 32.8K followers, 16.5K engagements "The Los Angeles Lakers have officially signed Marcus Smart"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947778823560499493) 2025-07-22 22:00:34 UTC 32.8K followers, 62.8K engagements "Lots of info in today's intel story on @ClutchPoints: 🔹Clippers win Beal CP3 sweepstakes 🔹Warriors Kuminga at standstill 🔹Melton Horford done deals with GSW 🔹Lakers' trade opportunities 🔹CLE's Dean Wade almost traded All this and more below:"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947348983816294744) 2025-07-21 17:32:32 UTC 32.8K followers, 20.4K engagements "Aside from all the trade and free agent talks from NBA Summer League there were also some great basketball games being played. Here is my discourse on the biggest winners from Summer League on @ClutchPoints:"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947416997236457589) 2025-07-21 22:02:48 UTC 32.8K followers, 10.7K engagements "It wont be long until Goodwin lands a new contract. He played really well for the Lakers and be an impactful bench player for plenty of teams"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947119130886144143) 2025-07-21 02:19:11 UTC 32.8K followers, 27.4K engagements "Over the last few weeks I've had the opportunity to sit down and talk with Louisville's @reynesmith and Pat Kelsey not just about "The ReviVILLE" but Smith's journey to the NBA. Latest exclusive on @ClutchPoints about Louisville and Smith's path:"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1942269590131671308) 2025-07-07 17:08:50 UTC 32.6K followers, 67.8K engagements "There have been on going talks of what would be a historic 7-team trade involving the Rockets acquiring Kevin Durant via @FredKatz and @KellyIko. Phoenix Suns Houston Rockets Atlanta Hawks Brooklyn Nets Golden State Warriors Los Angeles Lakers Minnesota Timberwolves"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1940604525687296407) 2025-07-03 02:52:28 UTC 32.8K followers, 508K engagements "Louisville basketball sharpshooter Reyne Smith has committed to play for the Denver Nuggets in NBA Summer League sources told @ClutchPoints"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1938431057889771786) 2025-06-27 02:55:53 UTC 32.8K followers, 119.3K engagements "LeBron James is in the building to watch Bronny James and the Lakers"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1944198826199593468) 2025-07-13 00:54:56 UTC 32.8K followers, 42.9K engagements "The Lakers have officially announced that they have requested waivers on both Shake Milton and Jordan Goodwin this evening. Both players enter a 2-day waiver period before they become UFAs"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947129679640420842) 2025-07-21 03:01:06 UTC 32.8K followers, 11.2K engagements "In recent weeks Marcus Smart had expressed his desire to Wizards management to seek a new opportunity with a contending team. While WAS tried to trade him there wasnt much of a market for his expiring contract. Now its widely believed he will be signing with the Lakers"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1946680029561123092) 2025-07-19 21:14:21 UTC 32.8K followers, 193.5K engagements "The Lakers discussed Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Donte DiVincenzo as potential trade targets with the Grizzlies and Timberwolves sources told @ClutchPoints. KCP talks happened after he was included in the Bane-ORL trade. MIN immediately turned down DiVincenzo talks"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947356308195180637) 2025-07-21 18:01:38 UTC 32.8K followers, 651.8K engagements "Aggregators don't know how to read so just a refresher on the Lakers trade rumors involving KCP and DiVincenzo from earlier today on @ClutchPoints: KCP stuff was when he was first traded to MEM before the 2025 NBA Draft. MIN immediately turned down DiVincenzo "talks.""  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947404117372244466) 2025-07-21 21:11:37 UTC 32.8K followers, 43.3K engagements "The Washington Wizards are waiving center Richaun Holmes"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1944864619576877338) 2025-07-14 21:00:33 UTC 32.6K followers, 265.3K engagements "The Lakers had talked with multiple teams over the last XX hours to try and free up some money without sacrificing significant draft assets. Trade discussions never advanced past initial conversation sources said. Goodwin is a player the Lakers liked"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947114563373027675) 2025-07-21 02:01:02 UTC 32.8K followers, 220.6K engagements "Its possible but nothing of value has materialized for them over the last couple of weeks. They made their big move with Smart. Will have some words on LA tomorrow"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947131860963995817) 2025-07-21 03:09:46 UTC 32.8K followers, 15.7K engagements "The Rockets and Cavs engaged in serious trade conversations involving forward Dean Wade before free agency began sources told @ClutchPoints. HOU was willing to offer Wade a full MLE extension which Dorian Finney-Smith received instead. Cavs declined the trade"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947351899713286158) 2025-07-21 17:44:07 UTC 32.8K followers, 112.1K engagements "Hey Aaron. Feel free to actually tag me next time if you have a question or something you have to say instead of hiding. In case you struggle to read I actually explained how I didnt provide full context of what I was discussing and went back to amend the section. You wouldve seen that but you were so quick to try and discredit something you didnt like that you instead reverted to hate and trying to discredit my work because it made you feel some type of way. If you have any questions Ill answer them but I dont know why you feel the need to attack me calling me a reporter in quotes as if you"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947661339561709805) 2025-07-22 14:13:43 UTC 32.8K followers, 12.2K engagements "Chris Paul will join the Clippers in a reserve role as reported by @TomerAzarly earlier today. Lawrence says CP3 is excited to fill whatever role T Lue asks him to play"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947427417464963245) 2025-07-21 22:44:12 UTC 32.8K followers, 23.4K engagements "Breaking: The Los Angeles Clippers are signing 12-time All-Star point guard Chris Paul league sources told myself and @TomerAzarly. After securing Bradley Beal after his buyout with the Suns the Clippers now bring in Paul to round out their title-contending roster"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947312838986408178) 2025-07-21 15:08:54 UTC 32.8K followers, 87.8K engagements "The Lakers are waiving Trey Jemison III who was on a two-way contract"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947401353338487075) 2025-07-21 21:00:38 UTC 32.8K followers, 42.1K engagements "It's probably going to be a guard. I know Brogdon's name has been brought up. Don't have much else on that front for you"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947371851182702838) 2025-07-21 19:03:24 UTC 32.8K followers, 31.1K engagements "Josh Okogie has agreed to a one-year minimum contract with the Houston Rockets after being waived by the Hornets league sources confirm to @ClutchPoints. Houston fills their 14th roster spot and remains slightly under the first-apron hard cap. ESPN was first to report"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947711772367991046) 2025-07-22 17:34:07 UTC 32.8K followers, 14.8K engagements "Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: $285M ✅ Chet Holmgren: $250M ✅ Jalen Williams: A year of wonders continues for the Thunder as Jalen Williams is next to receive a long-term max contract"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1942944082973659327) 2025-07-09 13:49:02 UTC 32.8K followers, 615.1K engagements "The Charlotte Hornets have won the NBA 2K26 Summer League Championship in Las Vegas. This is the first time in franchise history that Charlotte has won NBA Summer League"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947147375299920301) 2025-07-21 04:11:25 UTC 32.8K followers, 14.8K engagements "That is correct. I have the pleasure of waking up every day to write and talk about basketball for a company that is recognized by the NBA as a factual and well-respected news source. I just got back from my week-long trip in Las Vegas where I was a credentialed media member at NBA Summer League and spoke with members of all XX teams as well as plenty of agents representing All-Stars in this league. Not sure why you are choosing hate today but you obviously don't know me my work or my company. If you don't want to follow along with my work or reporting that is absolutely fine by me. Just let"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947399326092734862) 2025-07-21 20:52:34 UTC 32.7K followers, XXX engagements "Al Horford and De'Anthony Melton are widely expected to sign with the Warriors sources said. A handful of teams at NBA Summer League stated Horford and Melton already have verbal agreements in place with Golden State. Jonathan Kuminga's situation is holding these deals up"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947351080817373656) 2025-07-21 17:40:52 UTC 32.8K followers, 711K engagements "Based on word at Summer League it seems like Jonathan Kumingas situation will continue to drag on possibly into August. The two sides have remained far apart in negotiations including this week at Summer League. Rival teams believe Kuminga doesnt want to return"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1945890806595830080) 2025-07-17 16:58:15 UTC 32.8K followers, 146.4K engagements "Marcus Smart who was set to make $21.58M this season with the Wizards is giving up just south of $X million in his buyout agreement to join the Lakers team sources told @ClutchPoints. Smart will be on the books in LA for $5.1M this season with a player option for 26-27"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947430135046590727) 2025-07-21 22:55:00 UTC 32.8K followers, 66K engagements "Have not heard anything new about Al Horford. He is a veteran player who has earned the right to take his time especially since retirement was on the table. Many still expect him to sign with Golden State"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1945336199599829205) 2025-07-16 04:14:27 UTC 32.6K followers, 13K engagements "By waiving Milton the Lakers are now about $1.2M over the first apron hard cap. Los Angeles must free up more money on their books to officially sign Marcus Smart"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1946991252127277559) 2025-07-20 17:51:02 UTC 32.8K followers, 42.1K engagements "The Clippers have officially signed Chris Paul. Chris is one of the most impactful players to ever wear a Clippers uniform and its appropriate that he returns to the team for this chapter of his career. Clippers President of Basketball Operations Lawrence Frank"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947427229480427860) 2025-07-21 22:43:27 UTC 32.8K followers, 28.5K engagements "They already have two practically lined up once the Kuminga situation gets figured out"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1946704762352586962) 2025-07-19 22:52:38 UTC 32.8K followers, 275.9K engagements "(The $1.2M over is factoring in Smarts contract value)"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1946992704912523446) 2025-07-20 17:56:48 UTC 32.8K followers, 9638 engagements "Just a few days ago I discussed with @RyanWardLA and @lucarosano3 that the Lakers werent done making moves just yet and how their roster would be upgraded before training camp. Today they add Marcus Smart as a key veteran in their pursuit to win right now"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1946746071306391921) 2025-07-20 01:36:46 UTC 32.8K followers, 54K engagements "Have heard the Suns brought up as a potential Kuminga suitor especially given their interest in him at the trade deadline when the Kevin Durant trade fell apart. However the Suns main contract that would be moved is Grayson Allen and thats a contract the Dubs dont want"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1945876425543954607) 2025-07-17 16:01:07 UTC 32.6K followers, 39.1K engagements "The new-look Clippers: Starters: James Harden Bradley Beal Kawhi Leonard John Collins Ivica Zubac Bench: Chris Paul Brook Lopez Bogdan Bogdanovic Derrick Jones Jr. Kris Dunn Nic Batum Yanic Konan Niederhauser"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947316885076230196) 2025-07-21 15:24:59 UTC 32.8K followers, 51.3K engagements "The Los Angeles Lakers will be waiving Jordan Goodwin in addition to Shake Milton league sources confirmed to @ClutchPoints. By waiving Milton and Goodwin the Lakers now have enough room to sign Marcus Smart once he clears waivers on Tuesday. ESPN was first to report Goodwin"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947114145205170196) 2025-07-21 01:59:22 UTC 32.8K followers, 140.1K engagements "Nique Clifford and the Kings are in the Summer League championship. See my full conversation with Nique from Summer League below:"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1946725711340835310) 2025-07-20 00:15:52 UTC 32.8K followers, 28.7K engagements "The Bucks made a very strong push to sign Bradley Beal who was interested in MIL league sources told @ClutchPoints. The Heat were only able to offer a minimum contract after trading for Norman Powell. Golden State also wasnt willing to offer more than the minimum"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1945544848452587563) 2025-07-16 18:03:33 UTC 32.8K followers, 205.2K engagements "Kumingas camp want a big deal in the $30M+ range and dont want to be back with Warriors. Golden State wants a small deal in $20M range where they can flip him because theres no market. Dubs still holding out that a S&T with Bulls can happen. Ayo Dosunmu is a good player"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1946705337546834015) 2025-07-19 22:54:55 UTC 32.8K followers, 538K engagements "At NBA Summer League in Las Vegas I got a chance to catch up with Kings rookie Nique Clifford in an exclusive 1-on-1 for @ClutchPoints. This guy has the "it" factor and he is ready to bring immediate success to Sacramento. See his full story below:"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1946382296723972477) 2025-07-19 01:31:16 UTC 32.8K followers, 49K engagements "Im going to answer this a different way. I think the Magic and Hawks are going to be much better than people are giving them credit for. Those are two teams who could become the next Pacers and quietly rise in the standings"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1943131868762669112) 2025-07-10 02:15:13 UTC 32.8K followers, 44.7K engagements "Since free agency began Paul had heard from: Clippers Lakers Bucks Suns Hornets and Magic. Maybe there were other teams too but these are the teams I had heard had interest in Paul entering the offseason"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947381293131395151) 2025-07-21 19:40:55 UTC 32.8K followers, 34.5K engagements "@FeelLikeBron There is plenty of talk about the Lakers in today's story. They are mentioned in multiple sections"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947355080178459116) 2025-07-21 17:56:45 UTC 32.8K followers, 2529 engagements "There have also been zero recent trade conversations between the Suns and Lakers. The two teams have not talked since before Ayton signed with Los Angeles as the team had previously expressed interest in Nick Richards"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947356862086557814) 2025-07-21 18:03:50 UTC 32.8K followers, 49.7K engagements "@seanhalfcourt @ClutchPoints There is a very big difference between playing fast in transition off fast break opportunities and playing fast in the half-court regarding isolation sets and 1-on-1 play"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947457181839769637) 2025-07-22 00:42:28 UTC 32.8K followers, 1602 engagements "Some added context on the Bradley Beal situation The Warriors never really had much interest given that Beal going to the Clippers was pretty much a done deal for weeks sources told @ClutchPoints. Warriors are still confident in their ability to add talent this summer"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1945622383320059947) 2025-07-16 23:11:38 UTC 32.6K followers, 35.9K engagements "Because he doesnt have a market and sometimes in life you dont get exactly what you want. If Kumingas camp comes down on their price a little bit and can agree to something in the $25M range with a trade kicker they can get where they want before the trade deadline"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1946706081666793802) 2025-07-19 22:57:52 UTC 32.8K followers, 54.5K engagements "So this is something we have discussed in different stories on @ClutchPoints recently. Some think this would be Kumingas best option but there are concerns. He doesnt necessarily want to return and what happens if he gets injured Thats why he wants to be paid now"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1946755779043709221) 2025-07-20 02:15:21 UTC 32.8K followers, 36.7K engagements "It did not take long for Blake Wesley to find a new home. The former 25th pick in the 2022 NBA Draft lands a deal with Portland after his buyout with the Wizards. Wesley will slide into the Blazers' final roster spot"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947674651536113901) 2025-07-22 15:06:37 UTC 32.8K followers, 20.6K engagements "Id love for you to show me what has been unreliable as its kind of laughable you bring up the Schroder S&T. We had multiple people from both organizations say our reporting on it was spot-on during Summer League so yeah this is definitely your personal feeling getting in the way. This is pretty pathetic on your part"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947663976105390359) 2025-07-22 14:24:12 UTC 32.8K followers, 1521 engagements "Aggregators don't know how to read so just a refresher on the Lakers trade rumors involving KCP and DiVincenzo from earlier today on @ClutchPoints: KCP stuff was when he was first traded to ORL before the 2025 NBA Draft. MIN immediately turned down DiVincenzo "talks.""  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947402503550607514) 2025-07-21 21:05:12 UTC 32.8K followers, 8461 engagements "Another name worth mentioning that was connected to the Warriors in Las Vegas is Malcolm Brogdon. The former Sixth Man of the Year has held out in free agency to this point despite multiple suitors contacting him in recent weeks"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1947353894826168525) 2025-07-21 17:52:03 UTC 32.8K followers, 101.8K engagements "That would be the dream scenario for the Warriors. As far as Beal if he wants a minimum and wants to go play with Steph Golden State would do it. The sense around the league is still that Beal will end up with Clippers"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1945328419270746330) 2025-07-16 03:43:32 UTC 32.8K followers, 56.7K engagements "The Los Angeles Lakers are waiving guard Shake Milton sources confirm to @ClutchPoints. Miltons $3M salary for the 2025-26 season wouldve become fully guaranteed if the team did not waive him by Sunday"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1946990823381270796) 2025-07-20 17:49:20 UTC 32.8K followers, 59.8K engagements "If the Warriors miss out on Al Horford who is being pursued by several big-name teams keep a close eye on Chris Boucher as a cost-effective option. Dubs also still maintain interest in Gary Payton II and De'Anthony Melton. Sit back and relax on Jonathan Kuminga updates"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1939865871268114785) 2025-07-01 01:57:19 UTC 32.8K followers, 1.6M engagements "Some late night NBA talk here on the Clippers after agreeing to a deal with Bradley Beal. In addition to Chris Paul who is expected to sign with LA the Clippers also have strong interest in Malcolm Brogdon sources told @ClutchPoints. Brogdon has been linked to LA for years"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1945702027574825215) 2025-07-17 04:28:07 UTC 32.7K followers, 98.7K engagements "FWIW Ive heard the Bulls would like to keep Coby White. You never know in this league but I heard that from multiple people at Summer League"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1946707387542343713) 2025-07-19 23:03:03 UTC 32.8K followers, 75.4K engagements ""It's different when the adrenaline gets going and you realize this is now the NBA. It's about forming that rookie identity." Hawks rookie Asa Newell on what being in Las Vegas means to him in an exclusive 1-on-1 with @ClutchPoints at NBA Summer League:"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1946234587048243660) 2025-07-18 15:44:19 UTC 32.8K followers, 5350 engagements "To sign Smart the Lakers will need to waive Shake Milton and also free up some extra money. More moves coming for LA"  [@BrettSiegelNBA](/creator/x/BrettSiegelNBA) on [X](/post/tweet/1946683031240003805) 2025-07-19 21:26:16 UTC 32.8K followers, 202.1K engagements
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"A lot has changed in the Western Conference in one week with CP3 Beal Lillard and Smart signing new deals. All the latest intel from Summer League including notes on the Lakers Clippers Warriors Celtics Suns and much more on @ClutchPoints:"
@BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-21 17:26:40 UTC 32.8K followers, 744K engagements
"Thats a wrap for me from Las Vegas Summer League. Thank you all for the amazing support as always. Plenty to talk about from a while weeks worth of discussions at Summer League. Will have new words on LeBron James future in the morning on @ClutchPoints" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-17 02:40:44 UTC 32.8K followers, 8271 engagements
"Smart was a Lakers trade target before last years deadline as well but nothing ever materialized. Lakers had remained aggressive this offseason in their pursuit of experienced veteran players and they get a former DPOY in Smart to add to their backcourt" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-19 22:24:15 UTC 32.8K followers, 56.5K engagements
"The Indiana Pacers and center James Wiseman are in agreement on a new contract team president Kevin Pritchard announced today. Wiseman is signing a two-year contract with a team option in Year X. @TonyREast was first with exact details" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-07 18:43:25 UTC 32.7K followers, 26K engagements
"First look of Damian Lillard in a Blazers uniform:" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-17 23:54:29 UTC 32.5K followers, 14K engagements
"Sacramento would need to free up a roster spot if they were to pursue Ben Simmons Russell Westbrook or someone else still remaining in free agency via a minimum contract. Terence Davis has a non-guaranteed $2.55M contract for the 25-26 season" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-21 19:17:10 UTC 32.8K followers, 31.5K engagements
"The Washington Wizards have officially reached a buyout agreement with guard Marcus Smart. He will now enter his waiver period and be eligible to sign with the Lakers upon clearing waivers" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-20 22:01:06 UTC 32.8K followers, 54.6K engagements
"From Lakers' Rob Pelinka: "Adding a player like Marcus Smart to our roster allows us to compete at the highest level. Marcus epitomizes what it means to prioritize winning above all else. This is an exciting player acquisition for sure."" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-22 22:01:44 UTC 32.8K followers, 26.3K engagements
"2025 NBA All-Summer League First Team: Kyle Filipowski - Jazz Jordan Miller - Clippers Nique Clifford - Kings Terrence Shannon Jr. - Timberwolves David Jones-Garcia - Spurs" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-22 20:12:56 UTC 32.8K followers, 10.5K engagements
"While in Las Vegas for NBA Summer League I had the chance to talk with Dylan Harper VJ Edgecombe Kon Knueppel and some other first-round picks about their experience and why Summer League matters. My exclusive with the NBA rookies on @ClutchPoints:" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-22 22:22:54 UTC 32.8K followers, 16.5K engagements
"The Los Angeles Lakers have officially signed Marcus Smart" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-22 22:00:34 UTC 32.8K followers, 62.8K engagements
"Lots of info in today's intel story on @ClutchPoints: 🔹Clippers win Beal CP3 sweepstakes 🔹Warriors Kuminga at standstill 🔹Melton Horford done deals with GSW 🔹Lakers' trade opportunities 🔹CLE's Dean Wade almost traded All this and more below:" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-21 17:32:32 UTC 32.8K followers, 20.4K engagements
"Aside from all the trade and free agent talks from NBA Summer League there were also some great basketball games being played. Here is my discourse on the biggest winners from Summer League on @ClutchPoints:" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-21 22:02:48 UTC 32.8K followers, 10.7K engagements
"It wont be long until Goodwin lands a new contract. He played really well for the Lakers and be an impactful bench player for plenty of teams" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-21 02:19:11 UTC 32.8K followers, 27.4K engagements
"Over the last few weeks I've had the opportunity to sit down and talk with Louisville's @reynesmith and Pat Kelsey not just about "The ReviVILLE" but Smith's journey to the NBA. Latest exclusive on @ClutchPoints about Louisville and Smith's path:" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-07 17:08:50 UTC 32.6K followers, 67.8K engagements
"There have been on going talks of what would be a historic 7-team trade involving the Rockets acquiring Kevin Durant via @FredKatz and @KellyIko. Phoenix Suns Houston Rockets Atlanta Hawks Brooklyn Nets Golden State Warriors Los Angeles Lakers Minnesota Timberwolves" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-03 02:52:28 UTC 32.8K followers, 508K engagements
"Louisville basketball sharpshooter Reyne Smith has committed to play for the Denver Nuggets in NBA Summer League sources told @ClutchPoints" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-06-27 02:55:53 UTC 32.8K followers, 119.3K engagements
"LeBron James is in the building to watch Bronny James and the Lakers" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-13 00:54:56 UTC 32.8K followers, 42.9K engagements
"The Lakers have officially announced that they have requested waivers on both Shake Milton and Jordan Goodwin this evening. Both players enter a 2-day waiver period before they become UFAs" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-21 03:01:06 UTC 32.8K followers, 11.2K engagements
"In recent weeks Marcus Smart had expressed his desire to Wizards management to seek a new opportunity with a contending team. While WAS tried to trade him there wasnt much of a market for his expiring contract. Now its widely believed he will be signing with the Lakers" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-19 21:14:21 UTC 32.8K followers, 193.5K engagements
"The Lakers discussed Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Donte DiVincenzo as potential trade targets with the Grizzlies and Timberwolves sources told @ClutchPoints. KCP talks happened after he was included in the Bane-ORL trade. MIN immediately turned down DiVincenzo talks" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-21 18:01:38 UTC 32.8K followers, 651.8K engagements
"Aggregators don't know how to read so just a refresher on the Lakers trade rumors involving KCP and DiVincenzo from earlier today on @ClutchPoints: KCP stuff was when he was first traded to MEM before the 2025 NBA Draft. MIN immediately turned down DiVincenzo "talks."" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-21 21:11:37 UTC 32.8K followers, 43.3K engagements
"The Washington Wizards are waiving center Richaun Holmes" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-14 21:00:33 UTC 32.6K followers, 265.3K engagements
"The Lakers had talked with multiple teams over the last XX hours to try and free up some money without sacrificing significant draft assets. Trade discussions never advanced past initial conversation sources said. Goodwin is a player the Lakers liked" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-21 02:01:02 UTC 32.8K followers, 220.6K engagements
"Its possible but nothing of value has materialized for them over the last couple of weeks. They made their big move with Smart. Will have some words on LA tomorrow" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-21 03:09:46 UTC 32.8K followers, 15.7K engagements
"The Rockets and Cavs engaged in serious trade conversations involving forward Dean Wade before free agency began sources told @ClutchPoints. HOU was willing to offer Wade a full MLE extension which Dorian Finney-Smith received instead. Cavs declined the trade" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-21 17:44:07 UTC 32.8K followers, 112.1K engagements
"Hey Aaron. Feel free to actually tag me next time if you have a question or something you have to say instead of hiding. In case you struggle to read I actually explained how I didnt provide full context of what I was discussing and went back to amend the section. You wouldve seen that but you were so quick to try and discredit something you didnt like that you instead reverted to hate and trying to discredit my work because it made you feel some type of way. If you have any questions Ill answer them but I dont know why you feel the need to attack me calling me a reporter in quotes as if you" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-22 14:13:43 UTC 32.8K followers, 12.2K engagements
"Chris Paul will join the Clippers in a reserve role as reported by @TomerAzarly earlier today. Lawrence says CP3 is excited to fill whatever role T Lue asks him to play" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-21 22:44:12 UTC 32.8K followers, 23.4K engagements
"Breaking: The Los Angeles Clippers are signing 12-time All-Star point guard Chris Paul league sources told myself and @TomerAzarly. After securing Bradley Beal after his buyout with the Suns the Clippers now bring in Paul to round out their title-contending roster" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-21 15:08:54 UTC 32.8K followers, 87.8K engagements
"The Lakers are waiving Trey Jemison III who was on a two-way contract" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-21 21:00:38 UTC 32.8K followers, 42.1K engagements
"It's probably going to be a guard. I know Brogdon's name has been brought up. Don't have much else on that front for you" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-21 19:03:24 UTC 32.8K followers, 31.1K engagements
"Josh Okogie has agreed to a one-year minimum contract with the Houston Rockets after being waived by the Hornets league sources confirm to @ClutchPoints. Houston fills their 14th roster spot and remains slightly under the first-apron hard cap. ESPN was first to report" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-22 17:34:07 UTC 32.8K followers, 14.8K engagements
"Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: $285M ✅ Chet Holmgren: $250M ✅ Jalen Williams: A year of wonders continues for the Thunder as Jalen Williams is next to receive a long-term max contract" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-09 13:49:02 UTC 32.8K followers, 615.1K engagements
"The Charlotte Hornets have won the NBA 2K26 Summer League Championship in Las Vegas. This is the first time in franchise history that Charlotte has won NBA Summer League" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-21 04:11:25 UTC 32.8K followers, 14.8K engagements
"That is correct. I have the pleasure of waking up every day to write and talk about basketball for a company that is recognized by the NBA as a factual and well-respected news source. I just got back from my week-long trip in Las Vegas where I was a credentialed media member at NBA Summer League and spoke with members of all XX teams as well as plenty of agents representing All-Stars in this league. Not sure why you are choosing hate today but you obviously don't know me my work or my company. If you don't want to follow along with my work or reporting that is absolutely fine by me. Just let" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-21 20:52:34 UTC 32.7K followers, XXX engagements
"Al Horford and De'Anthony Melton are widely expected to sign with the Warriors sources said. A handful of teams at NBA Summer League stated Horford and Melton already have verbal agreements in place with Golden State. Jonathan Kuminga's situation is holding these deals up" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-21 17:40:52 UTC 32.8K followers, 711K engagements
"Based on word at Summer League it seems like Jonathan Kumingas situation will continue to drag on possibly into August. The two sides have remained far apart in negotiations including this week at Summer League. Rival teams believe Kuminga doesnt want to return" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-17 16:58:15 UTC 32.8K followers, 146.4K engagements
"Marcus Smart who was set to make $21.58M this season with the Wizards is giving up just south of $X million in his buyout agreement to join the Lakers team sources told @ClutchPoints. Smart will be on the books in LA for $5.1M this season with a player option for 26-27" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-21 22:55:00 UTC 32.8K followers, 66K engagements
"Have not heard anything new about Al Horford. He is a veteran player who has earned the right to take his time especially since retirement was on the table. Many still expect him to sign with Golden State" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-16 04:14:27 UTC 32.6K followers, 13K engagements
"By waiving Milton the Lakers are now about $1.2M over the first apron hard cap. Los Angeles must free up more money on their books to officially sign Marcus Smart" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-20 17:51:02 UTC 32.8K followers, 42.1K engagements
"The Clippers have officially signed Chris Paul. Chris is one of the most impactful players to ever wear a Clippers uniform and its appropriate that he returns to the team for this chapter of his career. Clippers President of Basketball Operations Lawrence Frank" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-21 22:43:27 UTC 32.8K followers, 28.5K engagements
"They already have two practically lined up once the Kuminga situation gets figured out" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-19 22:52:38 UTC 32.8K followers, 275.9K engagements
"(The $1.2M over is factoring in Smarts contract value)" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-20 17:56:48 UTC 32.8K followers, 9638 engagements
"Just a few days ago I discussed with @RyanWardLA and @lucarosano3 that the Lakers werent done making moves just yet and how their roster would be upgraded before training camp. Today they add Marcus Smart as a key veteran in their pursuit to win right now" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-20 01:36:46 UTC 32.8K followers, 54K engagements
"Have heard the Suns brought up as a potential Kuminga suitor especially given their interest in him at the trade deadline when the Kevin Durant trade fell apart. However the Suns main contract that would be moved is Grayson Allen and thats a contract the Dubs dont want" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-17 16:01:07 UTC 32.6K followers, 39.1K engagements
"The new-look Clippers: Starters: James Harden Bradley Beal Kawhi Leonard John Collins Ivica Zubac Bench: Chris Paul Brook Lopez Bogdan Bogdanovic Derrick Jones Jr. Kris Dunn Nic Batum Yanic Konan Niederhauser" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-21 15:24:59 UTC 32.8K followers, 51.3K engagements
"The Los Angeles Lakers will be waiving Jordan Goodwin in addition to Shake Milton league sources confirmed to @ClutchPoints. By waiving Milton and Goodwin the Lakers now have enough room to sign Marcus Smart once he clears waivers on Tuesday. ESPN was first to report Goodwin" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-21 01:59:22 UTC 32.8K followers, 140.1K engagements
"Nique Clifford and the Kings are in the Summer League championship. See my full conversation with Nique from Summer League below:" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-20 00:15:52 UTC 32.8K followers, 28.7K engagements
"The Bucks made a very strong push to sign Bradley Beal who was interested in MIL league sources told @ClutchPoints. The Heat were only able to offer a minimum contract after trading for Norman Powell. Golden State also wasnt willing to offer more than the minimum" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-16 18:03:33 UTC 32.8K followers, 205.2K engagements
"Kumingas camp want a big deal in the $30M+ range and dont want to be back with Warriors. Golden State wants a small deal in $20M range where they can flip him because theres no market. Dubs still holding out that a S&T with Bulls can happen. Ayo Dosunmu is a good player" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-19 22:54:55 UTC 32.8K followers, 538K engagements
"At NBA Summer League in Las Vegas I got a chance to catch up with Kings rookie Nique Clifford in an exclusive 1-on-1 for @ClutchPoints. This guy has the "it" factor and he is ready to bring immediate success to Sacramento. See his full story below:" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-19 01:31:16 UTC 32.8K followers, 49K engagements
"Im going to answer this a different way. I think the Magic and Hawks are going to be much better than people are giving them credit for. Those are two teams who could become the next Pacers and quietly rise in the standings" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-10 02:15:13 UTC 32.8K followers, 44.7K engagements
"Since free agency began Paul had heard from: Clippers Lakers Bucks Suns Hornets and Magic. Maybe there were other teams too but these are the teams I had heard had interest in Paul entering the offseason" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-21 19:40:55 UTC 32.8K followers, 34.5K engagements
"@FeelLikeBron There is plenty of talk about the Lakers in today's story. They are mentioned in multiple sections" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-21 17:56:45 UTC 32.8K followers, 2529 engagements
"There have also been zero recent trade conversations between the Suns and Lakers. The two teams have not talked since before Ayton signed with Los Angeles as the team had previously expressed interest in Nick Richards" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-21 18:03:50 UTC 32.8K followers, 49.7K engagements
"@seanhalfcourt @ClutchPoints There is a very big difference between playing fast in transition off fast break opportunities and playing fast in the half-court regarding isolation sets and 1-on-1 play" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-22 00:42:28 UTC 32.8K followers, 1602 engagements
"Some added context on the Bradley Beal situation The Warriors never really had much interest given that Beal going to the Clippers was pretty much a done deal for weeks sources told @ClutchPoints. Warriors are still confident in their ability to add talent this summer" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-16 23:11:38 UTC 32.6K followers, 35.9K engagements
"Because he doesnt have a market and sometimes in life you dont get exactly what you want. If Kumingas camp comes down on their price a little bit and can agree to something in the $25M range with a trade kicker they can get where they want before the trade deadline" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-19 22:57:52 UTC 32.8K followers, 54.5K engagements
"So this is something we have discussed in different stories on @ClutchPoints recently. Some think this would be Kumingas best option but there are concerns. He doesnt necessarily want to return and what happens if he gets injured Thats why he wants to be paid now" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-20 02:15:21 UTC 32.8K followers, 36.7K engagements
"It did not take long for Blake Wesley to find a new home. The former 25th pick in the 2022 NBA Draft lands a deal with Portland after his buyout with the Wizards. Wesley will slide into the Blazers' final roster spot" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-22 15:06:37 UTC 32.8K followers, 20.6K engagements
"Id love for you to show me what has been unreliable as its kind of laughable you bring up the Schroder S&T. We had multiple people from both organizations say our reporting on it was spot-on during Summer League so yeah this is definitely your personal feeling getting in the way. This is pretty pathetic on your part" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-22 14:24:12 UTC 32.8K followers, 1521 engagements
"Aggregators don't know how to read so just a refresher on the Lakers trade rumors involving KCP and DiVincenzo from earlier today on @ClutchPoints: KCP stuff was when he was first traded to ORL before the 2025 NBA Draft. MIN immediately turned down DiVincenzo "talks."" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-21 21:05:12 UTC 32.8K followers, 8461 engagements
"Another name worth mentioning that was connected to the Warriors in Las Vegas is Malcolm Brogdon. The former Sixth Man of the Year has held out in free agency to this point despite multiple suitors contacting him in recent weeks" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-21 17:52:03 UTC 32.8K followers, 101.8K engagements
"That would be the dream scenario for the Warriors. As far as Beal if he wants a minimum and wants to go play with Steph Golden State would do it. The sense around the league is still that Beal will end up with Clippers" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-16 03:43:32 UTC 32.8K followers, 56.7K engagements
"The Los Angeles Lakers are waiving guard Shake Milton sources confirm to @ClutchPoints. Miltons $3M salary for the 2025-26 season wouldve become fully guaranteed if the team did not waive him by Sunday" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-20 17:49:20 UTC 32.8K followers, 59.8K engagements
"If the Warriors miss out on Al Horford who is being pursued by several big-name teams keep a close eye on Chris Boucher as a cost-effective option. Dubs also still maintain interest in Gary Payton II and De'Anthony Melton. Sit back and relax on Jonathan Kuminga updates" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-01 01:57:19 UTC 32.8K followers, 1.6M engagements
"Some late night NBA talk here on the Clippers after agreeing to a deal with Bradley Beal. In addition to Chris Paul who is expected to sign with LA the Clippers also have strong interest in Malcolm Brogdon sources told @ClutchPoints. Brogdon has been linked to LA for years" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-17 04:28:07 UTC 32.7K followers, 98.7K engagements
"FWIW Ive heard the Bulls would like to keep Coby White. You never know in this league but I heard that from multiple people at Summer League" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-19 23:03:03 UTC 32.8K followers, 75.4K engagements
""It's different when the adrenaline gets going and you realize this is now the NBA. It's about forming that rookie identity." Hawks rookie Asa Newell on what being in Las Vegas means to him in an exclusive 1-on-1 with @ClutchPoints at NBA Summer League:" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-18 15:44:19 UTC 32.8K followers, 5350 engagements
"To sign Smart the Lakers will need to waive Shake Milton and also free up some extra money. More moves coming for LA" @BrettSiegelNBA on X 2025-07-19 21:26:16 UTC 32.8K followers, 202.1K engagements