Today in News History
On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1946, Bob Kauffman, American basketball player and coach (died 2015) was born. In 1953, David Thompson, American basketball player was born. In 1953, Gil Birmingham, American actor was born. In 1959, Richard Leman, English field hockey player was born. In 1976, Sheldon Souray, Canadian ice hockey player was born. In 1977, Chris Horn, American football player was born. In 1990, Kieran Foran, New Zealand rugby league player was born. In 1995, Dante Exum, Australian basketball player was born. In 1995, Cody Bellinger, American baseball player was born. In 1997, Josh Hines-Allen, American football player was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Impressive NBA Summer League debut for Rockets draft pick Bruce Thornton
An impressive debut for the second round pick.
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Lakers Nation
· Jun 28, 2026
Lakers Rumors: Deandre Ayton Expected To Pick Up Player Option
Deandre Ayton’s first season with the Los Angeles Lakers was filled with ups and downs, giving him an interesting decision to make this offseason. When Ayton was bought out by the Portland Trail Blazers last summer, he signed a two-year, 16.2 million contract with L.A. that included an 8.1 million player option for the 2026-27 []
SB Nation
· Jul 11, 2026
Lakers dominate Thunder in Summer League play
With four players in double figures, the Lakers had a great start to their Las Vegas Summer League campaign.
Associated Press
· Jun 24, 2026
The Pacific Division adds high-scoring guards in NBA draft with Wagler to Clips, Acuff to Kings
The Pacific Division loaded up on young, talented guards in the top 10 of this year's NBA draft, with the Los Angeles Clippers taking Keaton Wagler and the Sacramento Kings selecting Darius Acuff Jr. Wagler was the No. 5 pick on Tuesday night, giving the Clippers an all-around player who was part of the country's loaded freshman class. The 19-year-old is the third Fighting Illini player selected in the top 10 in the modern NBA era, joining Deron Williams (No. 3, 2005) and Kendall Gill (No. 5, 1990).
The Japan Times
· Jul 7, 2026
Hachimura signs two-year deal with Clippers
Hachimura, selected ninth overall by Washington in the 2019 NBA Draft, helped the Lakers reach the playoffs over each of the past four seasons.
DNyuz
· Jul 4, 2026
Cameron Carr makes a strong first impression in Lakers’ summer league opener
SAN FRANCISCO — He needed one shot to warm up. Then almost nothing could stop Cameron Carr. In his unofficial NBA debut, the first-round draft pick flashed the type of three-point shooting that could turn him into a valuable player for the Lakers, scoring 19 points on seven-of-15 shooting in the Lakers’ 104-72 summer league loss to []
Yahoo Sports
· Jul 1, 2026
NBA offseason tracker: Each team's notable signings, trades and draft picks
Keep track of every team’s most notable offseason moves.
Yardbarker
· Jul 1, 2026
The 'NBA Rookies of the Year' quiz
How many NBA Rookie of the Year winners from the lottery era (1985 to present) can you name in five minutes?
Awful Announcing
· Jun 22, 2026
Jeff Goodman previews 2026 NBA draft loaded with talent and questions
The NBA draft starts on Tuesday, and it’s expected to be one of the best in recent memory. The headlining players include college stars such as Duke’s Cameron Boozer, Kansas’s Darryn Peterson, and BYU’s AJ Dybantsa. There is plenty of talent, but questions remain. College basketball expert Jeff Goodman has watched many of these players and, alongside
WDBQ – 1490 AM – Dubuque
· Jun 24, 2026
NBA Dreams Realized: Bennett Stirtz Drafted 16th Overall
NBA Dreams Realized: Bennett Stirtz Drafted 16th Overall
RealGM Basketball Wiretap
· Jul 1, 2026
Marcus Smart, Rockets Agree To Two-Year, $13M Deal
Marcus Smart and the Houston Rockets have agreed to a two-year, 13 million contract. Smart had declined his 5.4 million player option with the Los Angeles Lakers to become an unrestricted free agent. Smart appeared in 62 games with the Lakers last season, averaging 9.3 points, 2.8 rebounds and 3.0 assists in 28.5 minutes in a bounce back season. Smart is represented by Jason Glushon and Josh Ketroser. The signing will not hard cap the Rockets, which will improve their chances of re-signing Tari Eason as a restricted free agent.
USA TODAY Sports
· Jun 22, 2026
Dusty May salary, buyout: Michigan coach contract details, and what he said of extension
With Michigan basketball coach Dusty May headed to coach the Mavericks, here's a look at his contract details, salary and buyout information:
LA Times
· Jun 29, 2026
Lakers center Deandre Ayton picks up his player option amid LeBron James speculation
Deandre Ayton is picking up his player option for 8.1 million and returning to the Lakers while speculation continues around LeBron James' future.
NBC Sports
· Jun 23, 2026
2026 NBA Draft: Complete list of every pick from Round 1 and Round 2
Follow along here to see the picks updated as they are announced.
Brisbane Times
· Jul 5, 2026
Hey now, you’re an All-Star: Australian rookie Bazzana makes history in US baseball league
He was the first Australian taken with the No.1 pick in the MLB draft, and made his debut for the Cleveland Guardians just over two months ago, but Travis Bazzana’s star is on a rapid rise.
CBS Sports
· Jul 11, 2026
NBA Summer League takeaways: Caleb Wilson, Yaxel Lendeborg shine; Keaton Wagler struggles
The first two days of the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas are in the books
COVERS
· Jul 5, 2026
NBA Summer League Predictions & Parlay for Today, July 5: Acuff Crowned King
Our NBA Summer League predictions for Sunday, July 5, center around Darius Acuff Jr. and the Sacramento Kings.
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Related coverage for "Impressive NBA Summer League debut for Rockets draft pick Bruce Thornton": Lakers Nation — Lakers Rumors: Deandre Ayton Expected To Pick Up Player Option. SB Nation — Lakers dominate Thunder in Summer League play. Associated Press — The Pacific Division adds high-scoring guards in NBA draft with Wagler to Clips, Acuff to Kings. The Japan Times — Hachimura signs two-year deal with Clippers . DNyuz — Cameron Carr makes a strong first impression in Lakers’ summer league opener. Yahoo Sports — NBA offseason tracker: Each team's notable signings, trades and draft picks. Yardbarker — The 'NBA Rookies of the Year' quiz. Awful Announcing — Jeff Goodman previews 2026 NBA draft loaded with talent and questions. WDBQ – 1490 AM – Dubuque — NBA Dreams Realized: Bennett Stirtz Drafted 16th Overall. RealGM Basketball Wiretap — Marcus Smart, Rockets Agree To Two-Year, $13M Deal. USA TODAY Sports — Dusty May salary, buyout: Michigan coach contract details, and what he said of extension. LA Times — Lakers center Deandre Ayton picks up his player option amid LeBron James speculation. NBC Sports — 2026 NBA Draft: Complete list of every pick from Round 1 and Round 2. Brisbane Times — Hey now, you’re an All-Star: Australian rookie Bazzana makes history in US baseball league. CBS Sports — NBA Summer League takeaways: Caleb Wilson, Yaxel Lendeborg shine; Keaton Wagler struggles . COVERS — NBA Summer League Predictions & Parlay for Today, July 5: Acuff Crowned King