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Kyrie Irving opting into his $37 million player option for next season
According to Shams Charania, Nets G Kyrie Irving is opting into his $37 million player option for next season. (Source: Shams Charania)
Fantasy Impact: After reports of a potential breakup and Irving “likely” headed to the Lakers to pair with LeBron James, he has decided to opt into his 2022-2023 player option that will keep him with the Nets at a $37 million tag. The news comes at a bit of a shock but you can expect the Nets to likely retain Durant and run it back. They are currently third on the betting board to win the 2022 NBA Championship.
Kevon Looney expected to sign a multi-year deal to remain with Golden State
According to Brad Sullivan of NBA Central, Warriors F Kevon Looney is expected to sign a multi-year deal to remain with the team. (Source: Brad Sullivan)
Fantasy Impact: Ahead of free agency on Thursday, the Warriors and forward Kevon Looney are expected to agree to terms on a multi-year contract that would keep him with the team. The terms have yet to leak but the Warriors are certainly happy to return a big part of their 2022 NBA Championship roster.
P.J. Tucker to the 76ers growing increasingly likely
According to Marc Stein, the 76ers signing P.J. Tucker this offseason is growing increasingly likely. (Source: Marc Stein)
Fantasy Impact: Multiple outlets have continued to report that P.J. Tucker and the 76ers are closing in on a deal. Free agency doesn’t open until Thursday at 6 PM EDT, but Marc Stein has reported that the deal is nearly set and ready to be signed.
Kawhi Leonard progressing well in rehab from ACL surgery
According to Law Murray of The Athletic, Clippers F Kawhi Leonard is progressing well in rehab from ACL surgery. (Source: Law Murray)
Fantasy Impact: After tearing an ACL during 2020’s playoff run, Leonard was forced to miss all of the NBA’s 2021-2022 season. The Athletics Law Murray dropped a few hints that Leonard is continuing to progress well in his recovery and has not had any setbacks. With NBA camps not opening until mid-October, it’s increasingly likely that we see Leonard on Day 1 of the 2022-2023 NBA season. The Clippers are currently sixth on the NBA odds board to win the championship.
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