Former NBPA Director Defends Current CBA Against 'Hard Cap' Claims

Scout reports that Jayson Tatum is recovering impressively from his ruptured Achilles, having recently participated in the Elite Camp in Las Vegas without a walking boot. Although not jogging, he moved well and showed no significant issues, with Celtics' president Brad Stevens noting Tatum's incredible rehabilitation progress, though no return timeline has been set. Want More Context? 🔎

The Toronto Raptors have signed center Olivier Sarr, a 6-foot-11 player who averaged 4.8 points and 3.5 rebounds in 46 games over three seasons with the Oklahoma City Thunder. A native of France, Sarr previously played at Wake Forest and transferred to the University of Kentucky, but missed the 2024-25 season due to an Achilles tendon injury. Want More Context? 🔎

The Sacramento Kings have proposed a three-year, $63 million contract for Jonathan Kuminga in restricted free agency, while the Golden State Warriors are seeking to trade Moses Moody or Buddy Hield to manage salary cap issues. The Kings' offer includes a 2030 first-round pick with lottery protection, which the Warriors prefer to be unprotected, complicating negotiations as talks with the Phoenix Suns remain stagnant. Want More Context? 🔎