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The Mavericks are betting there’s still some untapped potential in Jett Howard. Dallas signed the former Magic first-round pick to a two-way contract after opening a roster spot by waiving Tyler Smith.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / July 5

NBA Notes: Lakers, Luka Doncic, Cedi Osman, Bucks, Kam Jones

Luka Doncic is giving the Lakers’ offseason a thumbs up. According to Dan Woike of The Athletic, Doncic is “excited” about Los Angeles’ roster moves, particularly the decision to re-sign Austin Reaves and acquire rim-protecting center Walker Kessler in a sign-and-trade with the Jazz.

San Antonio Spurs News / Hoops Wire / March 15

Former Cavs Forward Cedi Osman Earns EuroLeague MVP Honors

Former Cavaliers forward Cedi Osman is making plenty of noise overseas. Osman was named EuroLeague Round 31 MVP after leading Panathinaikos B.C. to a 92-88 win over BC Žalgiris.

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NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / September 16

Why a Cedi Osman reunion with the Cleveland Cavaliers just makes sense

The captain of the Turkish national team, Cedi Osman, has been balling out in EuroBasket. Just three years since the Cleveland Cavaliers' staple left for the San Antonio Spurs, and two years since he was last in the NBA, Osman is proving that he deserves a second shot in the league.

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Denver Nuggets News / Sporting News / September 15, 2025

Nuggets could target EuroBasket standout with final roster spot

The Denver Nuggets have one roster spot remaining and could use it on former Cavaliers and Spurs forward Cedi Osman.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 12, 2025

Which teams are playing in EuroBasket Final?

The FIBA EuroBasket 2025 Final is officially set, with Germany and Turkiye meeting on Sunday in Riga for the championship. Both teams have advanced unbeaten, entering the final with identical 8-0 records after securing decisive semifinal victories on Friday.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / September 12, 2025

Alperen Sengun leads Turkey to EuroBasket title game

Turkey jumped out to a 12-point lead in the first quarter of Friday’s EuroBasket semifinal vs. Greece and never looked back, expanding that lead in each quarter en route to a 94-68 blowout win.

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San Antonio Spurs News / Hoops Wire / August 27, 2025

Former Cavs wing Cedi Osman confident as Turkey opens EuroBasket

Former Cavaliers forward Cedi Osman is back in the spotlight this week as Turkey tips off its EuroBasket 2025 campaign against host Latvia on August 27 in Riga.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / August 24, 2025

Rockets' Alperen Sengun headlines Turkey's EuroBasket roster

Turkey has become the latest team to finalize its roster for EuroBasket 2025, announcing its 12-man squad on Sunday ahead of the start of the tournament this week.

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / April 9, 2025

Cedi Osman, Kendrick Nunn sign contract extensions with Greek club Panathinaikos

Former NBA players Cedi Osman and Kendrick Nunn have both signed contract extensions with Panathinaikos, the defending EuroLeague champion, team owner Dimitris Giannakopoulos announced, via BasketNews.

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 14, 2025

Cleveland Cavaliers Urged to Reunite With Fan Favorite

The Cleveland Cavaliers have already made a significant midseason attention, swinging a trade for DeAndre Hunter at the NBA trade deadline. But could the Cavaliers have another move up their sleeves?

San Antonio Spurs News / Hoops Wire / October 13, 2024

Cedi Osman Not Convinced NBA Career Is Finished

NBA free agent wing Cedi Osman had a pretty decent run with the Cavaliers. He even once had his picture snapped with LeBron James, Kevin Durant and Kawhi Leonard during an offseason workout.

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NBA News / Lakers Nation / September 10, 2024

Clarification Of Report On Cedi Osman Turning Down Training Camp Invite From Lakers

It has been a disappointing offseason for the Los Angeles Lakers as they have been turned down by a number of their top targets. First, they unsuccessfully pursued UConn’s Dan Hurley to be their next head coach.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Empire Sports Media / September 9, 2024

Lakers rejected by veteran forward, opts to play overseas

The Los Angeles Lakers have been turned down by several high-profile veterans this offseason, including Gary Trent Jr. and DeMar DeRozan. Even Klay Thompson opted against joining the Lakers, raising questions about the team’s leadership and roster construction heading into the upcoming season.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 9, 2024

Lakers didn’t actually offer Cedi Osman a training camp invite

NBA free agent Cedi Osman is heading to Greece. Osman signed a contract with Panathinaikos. However, contrary to a report by Eurohoop’s Nikola Miloradovic, suggesting Osman turned down a training camp invite from the Los Angeles Lakers, NBA insider Marc Stein is saying that was never the case, per The Stein Line.

San Antonio Spurs News / San Antonio Spurs on SI / September 8, 2024

Cedi Osman Joins Panathinaikos: What His Departure Means for the Spurs

Cedi Osman, a former San Antonio Spurs wing, is leaving the NBA to sign with Greek club Panathinaikos, according to Eurohoops.net. Osman, who was acquired by the Spurs in a sign-and-trade deal last offseason involving Max Strus and the Cleveland Cavaliers, departs the NBA after seven seasons.

San Antonio Spurs News / Yardbarker / September 8, 2024

Seven-year NBA veteran makes leap to EuroLeague

The 29-year-old forward has decided to cut his time in the NBA short, agreeing to join Greek giant Panathinaikos.

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NBA News / Fadeaway World / September 8, 2024

Cedi Osman Rejected Lakers Training Camp Invite Before Signing For Panathinaikos In Greece

Cedi Osman recently made headlines for rejecting a training camp invite from the Los Angeles Lakers in favor of signing with Panathinaikos, a prominent Greek basketball club.

San Antonio Spurs News / Fastbreak on SI / August 27, 2024

Key San Antonio Spurs Player Is Still A Free Agent

Cedi Osman is coming off a season where he appeared in 72 games for the San Antonio Spurs. He finished the year with averages of 6.8 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.7 assists per contest while shooting 47.9% from the field and 38.9% from the three-point range in 72 games.

San Antonio Spurs News / Fastbreak on SI / June 24, 2024

Key San Antonio Spurs Player Will Be A Free Agent

Cedi Osman is coming off his seventh year in the NBA and his first playing for the San Antonio Spurs. He finished the regular season with averages of 6.8 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.7 assists per contest while shooting 47.9% from the field and 38.9% from the three-point range in 72 games.

San Antonio Spurs News / San Antonio Spurs on SI / June 12, 2024