July 08, 2024 | Read Online

The Shot Clock Reset : July 8th

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Welcome to the first edition of The Shot Clock Reset presented by LeagueAlerts! Every week, we reset your week as we reset the shot clock to 14. Scroll below as we curate the 14 most important stories from the NBA and basketball culture—packed into one quick email. Let's get started:

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THE BIGGEST STORIES OF THE WEEK:

1) The Sacramento Kings are agreed on a sign-and-trade that will land DeMar DeRozan on a three-year deal, send Harrison Barnes to the San Antonio Spurs and Chris Duarte, two second-round picks and cash to the Chicago Bulls.

2) The Golden State Warriors have agreed to a deal acquiring Buddy Hield via sign-and-trade from the 76ers

3) Klay Thompson agreed to a three-year, $50 million deal to join the Mavericks as a free agent Monday; the sign-and-trade with Dallas, which included six teams total, was officially announced Saturday night.

4) Kemba Walker announced his retirement from professional basketball Tuesday following a 12-year career in the NBA and one year overseas.

5) Paul George has signed a four-year, $211.58 million max deal with the 76ers. Philadelphia would be his fourth stop in his 14-year career.

6) Bronny James has reportedly been signed to a four-year contract that will pay him $7.9 million with the Lakers.

7) LeBron James signed a two-year extension worth $101.35 million, though he could've inked a $104 million max deal, according to the outlet.