2018 NBA free agency rumors, trades, updates: Lakers, Celtics talk Kawhi Leonard; Pacers after Aaron Gordon?

Domino effect of LeBron’s decision

NBA free agency doesn’t officially start until Sunday, but the rumor mill is already swirling violently. With huge stars like LeBron James, Paul George and Kawhi Leonard involved, this promises to be one of the most exciting offseasons we’ve seen in a long time.

To keep all the rumors straight, we’ll continue to update this post with the latest information on signings, trades and negotiations. Happy NBA offseason!

Thursday, June 28

Spurs don’t want Lonzo

The Spurs reportedly aren’t interested in taking back Lonzo Ball from the Lakers in any potential Kawhi Leonard deal, according to Tim Bontemps of the Washington Post. The Lakers are reportedly trying to sweeten the pot by acquiring a draft pick from the Nuggets, which they would use in the Leonard trade. Full story (8:25 p.m. ET)

76ers putting together package for Kawhi

The 76ers are reportedly thinking about making a run at Kawhi…