The center and franchise player of the Philadelphia Sixers has signed a three-year contract extension worth $193 million. The agreement will begin in the 2026-27 season and also gives the player an option for the 2028-29 season for an additional $69.1 million. The towering player is guaranteed around $300 million for the remainder of his contract. He has five years and $301 million on his 76ers deal, one of the three wealthiest totals in the history of the NBA.

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The NBA’s most successful franchise, with 18 titles, is up for sale after securing its latest championship in the recently concluded season. The Grousbeck family, specifically Irving Grousbeck, a co-owner of the Boston Celtics, and his son Wycliffe, the franchise's lead owner and governor, have decided to sell. They co-founded Continental Cablevision in 1963, which merged with US West in 1996. In 2002, Grousbeck, his son, and a group of investors purchased the Boston Celtics for $360 million. They have cited “estate planning purposes” as their reason for selling. Now that they are champions, they expect their shares to increase significantly, but they face a significant issue with high contract commitments and associated tax penalties.

In a press conference, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver announced that the league is still being prepared to address the expansion of new teams. During statements made at the NBA Board of Governors meeting, Silver explained that before considering new franchises, internal matters must be resolved, and potential expansion cities must be analyzed in detail, a topic that could be relevant for bettors interested in the NBA odds.

One primary concern for the New York Knicks is whether the center position remains a problem. The departure of starting center Isaiah Hartenstein, who joined the Oklahoma City Thunder in free agency, left a significant void. Hartenstein not only facilitated the offense and helped with offensive rebounds but also formed a strong partnership with Jalen Brunson in the pick-and-roll. Last season, Hartenstein ranked 11th in the league among centers with 188 assists and 5th in offensive rebounds with 244.