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NBA Daily Digest – August 5, 2026

The latest NBA headlines, trade talk, injury updates, game reaction and stories from around the league.

Luka Doncic Declares Hamstring is Fully Healthy Following Trade to Lakers

Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic, who was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers in 2025, has announced that his hamstring is now completely healthy ahead of the upcoming NBA season.

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Signs Veteran NBA Center Daniel Theis to Two-Year Deal

Longtime NBA center Daniel Theis has officially signed a two-year contract with Israeli club Maccabi Tel Aviv, where he is reportedly expected to earn $2.2 million per year.

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Sacramento Kings Face Balancing Act With Acuff, Sabonis, and LaVine

The Sacramento Kings are working to accelerate the development of newly acquired prospect Acuff while managing the roles and contracts of veteran stars Domantas Sabonis and Zach LaVine.

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Spurs CEO Responds to San Antonio Mayor’s Skepticism Over New Arena Funding

San Antonio Spurs leadership has pushed back against Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones after she requested a second vote on county-approved funding for the team’s proposed new arena project.

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Cleveland’s WNBA Expansion Franchise Unveils Team Name and Identity

Cleveland’s upcoming WNBA expansion team, set to begin play in 2028, has officially been named the Cleveland Sirens, featuring a branding identity inspired by Greek mythology and Lake Erie.

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Toronto Raptors Sign Former Knicks Center to Boost Frontcourt Depth

The Toronto Raptors have added size and championship experience to their frontcourt rotation by signing a former New York Knicks center to bolster their roster depth.

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Shaquille O’Neal Attributes Past Divorce to Sacrifices Made for NBA Greatness

NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal has drawn public attention after claiming on his Netflix show that he "lost a family trying to be great," a statement some fans felt deflected personal accountability.

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Kevin Durant Faces Renewed Burner Account Accusations During Fan Debate

Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant is facing fresh accusations of using social media burner accounts while actively debating fans online over the talent levels of the 2026 76ers and 2017 Warriors.

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Illinois Basketball Star David Mirkovic Undergoes Foot Surgery

Illinois standout David Mirkovic has undergone surgery to repair a foot injury sustained during a team practice on July 31, with no timeline currently set for his return to the court.

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Analysis Explores Why the Tsai Family is Unlikely to Sell the Brooklyn Nets

A financial analysis suggests that selling the Brooklyn Nets would not make sense for owners Joseph and Clara Wu Tsai right now, even as the franchise undergoes a roster rebuild.

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Toronto Tempo Acquire Aneesah Morrow From Connecticut Sun to Halt Losing Streak

Following a seven-game losing streak that dropped them to a 10-20 record, the Toronto Tempo have acquired forward Aneesah Morrow in a trade with the Connecticut Sun to boost their playoff hopes.

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Transgender Player Julie Tetart Leaves Door Open for Potential WNBA Career

After a dominant season averaging 21 points and 20 rebounds in France’s second-tier women’s league, Julie Tetart has garnered attention regarding a potential future move to the WNBA.

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NBPA Launches Player-Owned Offseason Training Facility in Los Angeles

The National Basketball Players Association has opened a new player-owned performance center in Los Angeles, designed exclusively for NBA players’ offseason workouts and pickup games.

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Former Players Reflect on the Legacy of the ABA-NBA Merger 50 Years Later

Fifty years after the historic merger, basketball legends George Gervin and Ralph Simpson reflected on how the ABA’s style, swagger, and innovations permanently transformed the modern game.

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Minnesota Timberwolves Acquire LaMelo Ball to Partner With Anthony Edwards

The Minnesota Timberwolves have acquired guard LaMelo Ball from the Charlotte Hornets, pairing the former Rookie of the Year with All-Star Anthony Edwards for the upcoming NBA season.

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