On July 27, Beijing time, TMZ Sports learned that former NBA player Isaiah Rider was once again taken into custody in Arizona for failing to comply with a court order. Records from the Maricopa County jail show that Rider was arrested by police on Thursday evening and booked on Friday morning on charges of disobeying a court order.

On July 27, Beijing time, according to renowned reporter Sidery, Russell Westbrook is virtually unwanted in the free agent market. It is very likely that he will still be unsigned by the start of the 2026-27 season. After shuffling through seven teams in the past nine years, the future Hall of Famer's career may be nearing its end.

On July 27th Beijing time, the NBA official transaction log shows that James has officially become a 76ers player. After waiving Terry, the 76ers completed the signing of James. Shams reports that James signed a two-year, $8 million contract with the 76ers, with a player option in the second year and a 15% trade kicker.

On July 27, Beijing time, the 76ers officially announced that they have waived Dalen Terry. Terry's $2.6 million contract was non-guaranteed, so the 76ers faced no salary cap hit by cutting him. This news was expected. The 76ers are restricted by the hard cap of the first apron, and their salary room is insufficient to sign both LeBron James and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope.

On July 27, Beijing time, if you've ever visited Philadelphia's most iconic cheesesteak spot—Pat's King of Steaks—you know the ordering process is quite strict. The classic standard cheesesteak, topped with Cheez Whiz and onions, is ordered by saying "Whiz Wit"; if you want it without onions, you say "Whiz without." This method is simple and efficient. If you don't follow the protocol, the often grumpy cashier will surely give you a dirty look.

On July 26, Beijing time, for the 2026-27 season, multiple NBA teams will debut refreshed starting lineups. The 76ers' frontcourt welcomes two new All-Star starters: James and Brown. Can this lineup be considered the strongest five in the league? U.S. media Bleacher Report predicts and ranks the starting lineups of all 30 NBA teams as follows — Top 1-10: 1.

The Trail Blazers officially announced that they have signed a two-way contract with John Tongje. This guy led the Cameroon men's basketball team in a FIBA International Solidarity Cup exhibition game against the Chinese men's basketball team a couple of days ago. He played 34 minutes, shooting 7-for-20 from the field, including 4-for-11 from three-point range, scoring 21 points, 1 rebound, 3 assists, while committing 3 turnovers and 4 fouls. The team lost 79-113.

Confirmed: Pope has finalized a buyout with the Grizzlies. Once he clears waivers, he'll take his talents to Philly for a one-year, $3.9 million contract. James reposted the news of Pope's signing with the 76ers on social media, showing his support for his close friend. They were Lakers teammates in the 2019-20 season, joining forces to bring a championship to Los Angeles.

On July 26, Beijing time, according to Warriors reporter Marcus Thompson, Stephen Curry genuinely hoped James would join the Warriors, believing Golden State had a chance. Upon learning that James chose to go to the Philadelphia 76ers, Curry responded: "Don't anticipate too early before many things are settled; there are too many variables.

On July 26, Beijing time, according to renowned reporter Sidery, if the Mavericks cannot find a trade partner, Klay Thompson is expected to soon request a buyout of his $17.5 million expiring contract. Outside observers believe that the Heat and the Warriors, who could allow him to return to the Bay Area, are Thompson's preferred potential destinations.