The NBA informed teams on Friday that its early projection for the 2026-27 salary cap has inched up to $166 million, a $1 million increase from the previous estimate, according to The Stein Line’s Jake Fischer. The current collective bargaining agreement limits annual cap growth to 10 percent, keeping the figure below the roughly $170 million mark that a full jump would allow.
Spurs define success for 2025-26
San Antonio’s internal bar for progress is clear: reach at least 40 wins and secure a place in the play-in tournament, Jeff McDonald of the San Antonio Express-News told the Houston Chronicle. The Spurs expect a full season from guard De’Aaron Fox, continued development from Stephon Castle and an immediate contribution from rookie Dylan Harper.
The franchise’s fortunes still center on Victor Wembanyama, who missed the second half of last season because of a blood clot. Marc Stein of The Stein Line reported that the 7-foot-4 forward has been running full-court workouts at Loyola Marymount University and has appeared impressive.
Hawks weigh final roster decisions
Atlanta enters the offseason with 11 guaranteed contracts and four players on partial or non-guaranteed deals, per Hoops Rumors’ Luke Adams. Swingman Vit Krejci is considered a strong bet to remain after two seasons in the rotation, while center N’Faly Dante carries a partial guarantee following his arrival from Houston.
The competition also includes former Orlando forward Caleb Houstan, who shot 40 percent from three-point range last year, and 2023 second-round pick Mouhamed Gueye. Gueye’s rookie campaign was limited by a back injury, but the organization may want a longer look before making a decision.
Atlanta can retain all four players, waive one to create a full 15-man group, or start the season with an open roster spot.
Source: Hoops Wire
