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The NBA's 8 most intriguing newcomers, ranked
A full roster's worth of stars changed teams this past summer. The storylines surrounding eight will help define the league's journey to spring.
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- LeBron envisioned joining Knicks but nixed idea after historic title
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- Tatum 'comfortable' leading new-look Celtics post-Brown trade
- Edwards happy to cede PG duties to Ball, to focus on defense
- Wizards' Davis to wait on extension talks until next season
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- LeBron envisioned joining Knicks but nixed idea after historic title
- 76ers say 'sacrifice' key to success after offseason additions
- Tatum 'comfortable' leading new-look Celtics post-Brown trade
- Edwards happy to cede PG duties to Ball, to focus on defense
- Wizards' Davis to wait on extension talks until next season
- Lillard says Blazers' crowded backcourt 'will work itself out'
- Clippers' Ingram, key return in Kawhi trade, out after Achilles, heel surgery
- Sources: Hornets waiving recently acquired guard Dillingham
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NBA offseason recap, early 2026-27 season previews: 30 teams
We're looking back at the offseason and taking an early look at the regular season by rolling out one team profile each weekday through Sept. 18.
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We're grading the biggest free agent signings and extensions, including Steph's new two-year deal.
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