Hoops Rumors Live Chat: 6/18/2026
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Trog
3:44
Mavs more likely to trade up, trade down or stand pat?
Luke Adams
3:46
With a lottery pick, I'll always say standing pat is the most likely outcome. For all the rumors we get leading up to the draft, there's very rarely more than one - or maaybe two - trades involving top-10 picks.

If they go in either direction from No. 9, I'd say they're more likely to trade down.
Kim
3:46
Good afternoon. Hawks fan here. Would the Hawks consider bringing back John Collins? I think he’s a free agent and couldn’t the Hawks use his skills on a team friendly contract?
Luke Adams
3:47
Could see Atlanta kicking the tires, but I think the Hawks are probably prioritizing more of a true five when they look at frontcourt options. I like Okongwu a lot but he's somewhat undersized and could use some help at center.
Rex Chapman
3:47
Would Hornets have any interest in Bobby Portis if the Bucks tear it down when Giannis leaves?
Luke Adams
3:49
Sure, swapping Josh Green or Grant Williams' expiring contract for Portis would be almost a perfect salary match, and would allow the Bucks to get off that money a year earlier. But Portis is more of a backup, so I doubt the Hornets would offer more than second-round picks for him.
Thomas
3:50
are You hearing anything from Indiana? The Trey Murphy price seems too high. I’d love to see them package’27 first for a scorer who can replace some of what Mathurin did
Luke Adams
3:52
The Pacers are in a tricky spot because pretty much all of their guys with mid-level salaries or higher are important rotation players who they probably don't want to trade.

If there's a scoring wing who's on a modest contract and can play a bench role, I'm sure they'll look at it, but it wouldn't surprise me if it's a relatively quiet offseason for the Pacers -- they could leave the door open to make a more aggressive move at the 2027 deadline after they've seen how the lineup looks with Haliburton and Zubac healthy and together.
MaxDeal
3:52
If Trae Young signs an extension  with the Wizards, do you think he will get $40 million a year?
Luke Adams
3:53
$120MM and three years is the number that keeps being thrown out there. It feels a little high for my liking, but if the last year isn't fully guaranteed, I guess I don't mind it.
B-Wild
3:54
What's a realistic big move the Pistons can make to significantly raise their ceiling?
Luke Adams
3:57
There are certain great fits that I wouldn't classify as "realistic" (Lauri Markkanen is one). If they're looking at trade options who would help them offensively without costing a ton, Michael Porter, Tyler Herro, and Kyrie Irving are a few that come to mind.

Also, I know it's not an exciting option and would probably be a fallback plan, but I kinda like the DeMar DeRozan fit in Detroit. The cost would likely be extremely minimal and he'd give them a legitimate shot creator and half-court scorer alongside Cade. Would be a stop-gap solution, but if there are no bigger deals to be made, I'm intrigued by it.
Mark
3:57
Which team will Reaves sign with
Luke Adams
3:59
Would be surprised if it's not the Lakers, but I'm fascinated to see if the Nets will put the pressure on them by making a max offer. Even if money isn't everything for Reaves and he wants to stay in L.A., I have to think he won't be eager to take a much lower annual salary, so the Lakers would have to make a competitive bid.
Victoria Beckham
3:59
Will AD play one minute of basketball in DC, or is he gone this summer?
Luke Adams
4:00
If AD signals that he doesn't want to be there, I imagine the Wizards will try to make a deal, but I doubt that would be their first choice. I hope he sticks around. Seeing Trae and AD play with the No. 1 pick would be a lot more fun that what we've seen out of D.C. for the past few seasons.
4:01
Thanks for all your questions, guys! Our schedule got a bit jumbled this week, but Arthur will be holding his weekly chat for Front Office subscribers tomorrow. If you're a subscriber and I didn't get to your question(s) today, Arthur will likely be able to come through for you on Friday.
Have a great weekend!
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