Deandre Ayton reportedly sent a lengthy farewell message in the Lakers group chat following the trade, before being removed moments later by Luka Doncic.
Just in: The Los Angeles Lakers are trading Deandre Ayton to the Washington Wizards for Jaden Hardy and two Wizards second-round picks in 2031 and 2032, sources tell ESPN.
Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum in Boston:
9 seasons
620 total games
332-167 in regular season (.665 win pct.)
73-48 in playoffs (.603 win pct.)
1 NBA championship
2 Eastern Conference titles
5 Eastern Conference Finals appearances
16 playoff series wins
BLOCKBUSTER: The Boston Celtics have agreed to trade Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers for Paul George, two first-round picks and two second-round picks, sources tell ESPN.
LeBron James updates, per @mcten:
- LeBron came to the conclusion that he wanted to continue playing "meaningful, competitive basketball"
- LeBron has instructed Rich Paul to talk to every team around the league who is interested and come back with options to make a decision
- LeBron has not decided if the 2026-27 season will be his last
No, THANK YOU! Truly a honor to wear the 💜💛 while trying to continuing the greatness & legacies that came before me! Hope I made a few proud during my stint. 🙏🏾🫡👑
BREAKING: The Los Angeles Clippers are nearing deal sending Kawhi Leonard to the Toronto Raptors for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, 2 first-round picks, 1 pick swap and 2 second-rounders, sources tell ESPN. A return to Canada for the Raptors champion and two-time Finals MVP.