NBA 2026/2027 Basketball

8.10.26 Indiana Pacers: Injuries

Tyrese Haliburton returned to action for the first time in more than 16 months after tearing his Achilles in the 2025 NBA Finals, scoring seven points with six assists in 16 minutes as Indiana beat Minnesota 123-112. Haliburton said the game felt fast because of the adrenaline but was encouraged by his ability to read the court normally.

7.10.26 Philadelphia 76-ers: Injuries

An MRI confirmed that 76ers center Ariel Hukporti tore his right Achilles tendon in Monday's preseason opener and will undergo surgery. The 24-year-old is expected to miss significant time, leaving Philadelphia with added depth concerns at center ahead of the Oct. 20 regular-season opener.

6.10.26 Los Angeles Clippers: Injuries

Clippers wing Max Strus suffered a partial tear of the plantar fascia in his right foot during Sunday's preseason opener and will be reevaluated in four weeks. The injury adds to an already lengthy list of absences for Los Angeles, including Brandon Ingram, Bradley Beal and Yanic Konan Niederhauser.

5.10.26 San Antonio Spurs: Injuries

Tobias Harris sustained a strained left calf during Spurs training camp and will miss Sunday's scrimmage. The 34-year-old veteran, who signed a two-year, $31 million deal with San Antonio in July, will be reevaluated after the preseason and is expected to be a key starter if healthy.

3.10.26 Memphis Grizzlies: Transfers

The Memphis Grizzlies and guard Jordan Hawkins have agreed to part ways via waivers, allowing the 2023 No. 14 pick to enter free agency. Hawkins, acquired from New Orleans three weeks ago, averaged 5.1 points in 51 games last season while struggling for consistent playing time.

2.10.26 Detroit Pistons: Transfers

All-NBA center Jalen Duren agreed to a five-year, $200 million fully guaranteed contract to remain with the Detroit Pistons, ending a four-month contract standoff. Duren, 22, is coming off a breakout season in which he averaged 19.5 points and 10.5 rebounds, helping Detroit earn the Eastern Conference's No. 1 seed.

30.9.26 Washington Wizards: Transfers

Anthony Davis plans to play out the season with the Washington Wizards before deciding whether to pursue a contract extension. Davis, who is eligible for a four-year, $275 million extension, said he will revisit his future with the front office after the season. The 10-time All-Star is focused on leading Washington's young core and helping change the team's fortunes.

27.9.26 Chicago Bulls: Transfers

The Chicago Bulls are trading 21-year-old guard Rob Dillingham to the Charlotte Hornets for veteran sharpshooter Buddy Hield and cash. Dillingham averaged 9.6 points and 2.8 assists in 30 games for Chicago and could take on a larger role in Charlotte.