James may cause another league earthquake! The Celtics and Heat are interested in the Clippers final signing of their forwards

The Wizards cut Jon Holmes

According to Michael Scotto, a reporter of "HoopsHype", the Washington Wizards have cut veteran center Jon Holmes. Of Holmes' $13.28 million contract next season, only $250,000 is guaranteed. It is reported that the Heat, Celtics and other teams have become Holmes' potential next home.

Last season, Holmes played 31 games, started 7 times, averaged 7.4 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game, played 17.2 minutes, shot a 64.7% shooting percentage and free throw percentage of 83.3%.

Mavericks Derek Leifly II underwent foot surgery

According to NBA reporter Mark Stan, Dallas Mavericks center Derek Leifly II underwent surgery due to a right foot injury.

Lefly was the player selected by the Mavericks in the 12th pick in the first round at the 2023 NBA Draft. Last season, he averaged 8.7 points, 7.5 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 1.6 blocks per game. He played for 23.1 minutes, shot a shooting percentage of 70.2% and free throw percentage of 63%.

Paul George underwent arthroscopy and will be re-evaluated before the start of training camp, according to famous reporter Charania, Paul George has successfully undergone left knee arthroscopy to treat injuries he encountered in recent training. He will recover during the offseason and be re-evaluated before the Sixers training camp begins.

Last season was an unbearable season for Paul George, starting only 41 games for the 76ers, averaging 16.2 points per game.

Lakers, Bucks and Hawks are interested in Al Horford

According to ESPN reporter Mark Spears, the Los Angeles Lakers, Milwaukee Bucks and Atlanta Hawks are interested in signing Horford.

When the free agent market opened this offseason, league sources predicted that Horford's next stop would be the Golden State Warriors. However, Horford has not signed with the Warriors until now. The Lakers, Bucks and Hawks have clearly expressed their interest in Horford. Last season, Horford represented the Celtics in 60 of 82 games, including 42 starts, averaged 8.6 points, 6.4 rebounds and 2.6 assists per game, shooting 51.9% from the field, shooting 41.9% from three-pointers and shooting 83.3% from free throws. The Jazz have no intention of sending Laurie Markanen away, although the Utah Jazz sent off veterans Jordan Clarkson, John Collins and Colin Sexton this offseason, the Western Conference team reportedly does not plan to trade Laurie Markanen this summer.

Last summer, Jazz provided Markkanin with a four-year, $195.86 million contract extension. Last season, Markkanen started all 47 games in his 47 games, averaged 19 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game, played 31.4 minutes, shooting percentage of 42.3% and three-point shooting percentage of 34.6%.

Jazz blackmailed two first-round picks for Walker Kessell, although the Jazz had no intention of trading Markkanen or Walker Kessler, according to The Athletic reporter Yowan Buha, if the Jazz gets the reward of at least two first-round picks, they will trade Kessler.

Kesler started all 58 games last season, averaging 11.1 points, 12.2 rebounds and 1.7 assists per game. The 7-foot center shot 66.3% from the field and 52% from free throws.

The Clippers' final signing forward Han Collins

Last week, the Clippers, the Heat and the Jazz reached a tripartite deal: John Collins was sent to Los Angeles, Norman Powell went to Miami, Kyle Anderson, Kevin Love plus the 2027 second-round pick came to Salt Lake City. According to Lawrence Frank, president of Clippers basketball operations, the team has been trying to sign the 27-year-old for quite some time.

Average 19 points and 8.2 rebounds in 40 games last season.

The Heat and the Celtics are interested in trading with Lakers star LeBron James

Even though they are over 40, LeBron James is still one of the top NBA players and is still a superstar who can lead the team to the championship. So despite reports that he may retire this season, there are still reports that multiple teams are considering getting the superstar through trades.

According to recent reports from NESN reporter Colin Keane, the Celtics may take action to pursue the Los Angeles Lakers forward. With Jason Tatum expected to miss next season, James can fill this huge gap and will not take up the Celtics' long-term salary space. There is no doubt that this may become one of the most unexpected operations in NBA history, especially considering that the Celtics were originally the Lakers' nemesis. Another team that is expected to chase LeBron is the Heat, the NBA's all-time scoring champion who won the championship in 2012 and 2013. After getting defender Norman Powell through a tripartite trade, the Miami Heat hopes to rush out of the East next season.

Celebrity reporter Ella Winderman reported that LeBron joined forces with Bam Adebayo and Taylor Sheero in the East and is expected to go further in the playoffs. But if LeBron trades, the Heat will give Andrew Wiggins, a Heat potential rookie and a small number of draft picks, it is worth discussing whether it is worth paying such a price for the 40-year-old who is still at the best-ranked level. ”

James played 70 games for the Lakers last season, averaging 24.4 points, 7.8 rebounds and 8.2 assists per game.