archiveJune 2026

DHJ Quick Take: Jose Fernandez Keys Wings' Defense for Aces Sweep Bid Dallas Wings coach Jose Fernandez said completing a season sweep of the Las Vegas Aces will come down to one-on-one defense, protecting the three-point arc, and slowing A'ja Wilson. He also pointed to ball movement and transition as...

DHJ Quick Take: Mitchell Robinson's Knicks Tenure Nears an End Stefan Bondy reported that Mitchell Robinson is unlikely to re-sign with New York, with owner James Dolan unwilling to push payroll into the second apron. The unrestricted free agent is the franchise's longest-tenured player. What did Stefan Bondy report? That...

DHJ Quick Take: Wings Without Alanna Smith, Odyssey Sims at Las Vegas The Dallas Wings will play the Las Vegas Aces without Alanna Smith (concussion protocol) and Odyssey Sims (left ankle) on Thursday night. Alysha Clark was upgraded to available after dealing with a left leg injury. Who is out...

DHJ Quick Take: Morez Johnson Jr. Sets the Tone at His Mavericks Introduction Morez Johnson Jr. met with reporters Thursday at the American Airlines Center, two days after the Dallas Mavericks made him the ninth pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. The rookie forward leaned on the toughness and motor...

DHJ Quick Take: Raptors Eye Reunion With Kawhi Leonard A Potential Championship Sequel: The Toronto Raptors are expressing strong interest in trading for Kawhi Leonard, eyeing a massive reunion with the superstar who famously led the franchise to its historic 2019 NBA Championship. Contract and Trade Leverage: With Leonard entering...

DHJ Quick Take: Mavericks Land Draft Rights to Vsevolod Ishchenko in Lakers Deal The Dallas Mavericks acquired the draft rights to Russian guard Vsevolod Ishchenko, the 56th pick, from the Los Angeles Lakers for cash considerations. The 21-year-old took home VTB United League Young Player of the Year honors in...

DHJ Quick Take: Mavericks Leave Sergio De Larrea's NBA Timeline Open Mike Schmitz said the Mavericks have not decided when draft-and-stash guard Sergio De Larrea will join the roster, keeping both a 2026-27 arrival and a longer overseas stay in play. Who is Sergio De Larrea? A 6-foot-6 combo guard...

DHJ Quick Take: Timberwolves Aggressively Pursuing LaMelo Ball Trade The Minnesota Timberwolves are aggressively pursuing a trade for Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball, sources told Dallas Hoops Journal, with the Toronto Raptors also among the confirmed suitors. Who are the Timberwolves targeting? Minnesota is pursuing LaMelo Ball to pair a...

DHJ Quick Take: Mike Schmitz Says Morez Johnson Jr. Brings the Toughness Dallas Wanted Mavericks GM Mike Schmitz said the No. 9 selection of Morez Johnson Jr. fit the toughness and competitiveness the front office prioritized. He called Johnson a high-upside modern defender and rejected the idea of a low...

DHJ Quick Take: Clippers Face Looming Kawhi Leonard Trade Dilemma Extension or Trade Horizon: Kawhi Leonard could find himself on the trade block if the Los Angeles Clippers fail to secure him to a contract extension. Warriors Keeping Close Tabs: The Golden State Warriors remain highly aggressive in their pursuit,...