NBA Rumors: Forwards

Several teams are expected to analyze the potential signing of Butler in the offseason in case he becomes available, even if that means handing him an extension, according to Anthony Chiang of The Miami Herald.

The Hawks could entertain offers for Hunter during the offseason, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.

The Clippers could move for DeRozan if they end up losing Paul George in the offseason, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.

Hayes-Davis wants to make an NBA comeback for the 2024-25 season, according to Soritis Vetakis of LiveSports and SDNA.

The Sixers would be open to extending Butler if he becomes available via trade and is willing to re-join the 76ers, Keith Pompey of the Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

The Pacers are prepared to offer Siakam a max contract if that's what it takes to re-sign him in the offseason, Shams Charania of The Athletic said during an appearance FanDuel's Run It Back program.

Butler, who is aiming to sign a maximum-salary extension with the Heat, would reportedly draw interest from the 76ers if he becomes available via trade, Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Antetokounmpo, who suffered a torn Achilles after the conclusion of the NBA season, is pushing to return to action in the next six months, Harris Stavrou of SPORT24 reports.

Kuzma is likely to be the subject of trade inquiries ahead of the 2024 NBA Draft, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

Risacher is expected to be selected second overall by the Wizards if he isn't the Hawks' choice with the No. 1 pick, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

Tyrese Haliburton said he will do "everything in my power to make sure" that Siakam re-signs with the team following their Eastern Conference Finals loss, CBSSports.com reports.

The Mavericks are optimistic Kleber could return to action if the team reaches the NBA Finals, NBA reporter Marc Stein states.

James is undecided about opting in or out of his player option for the 2024-25 season, Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report states.

Fontecchio won't represent Italy in the Olympic qualifiers this summer after undergoing left foot surgery recently, according to a report from Sportando.

Highsmith wants to re-sign with the Heat as a free agent, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. "I'd love to stay in Miami for sure," Highsmith told Scotto. "I feel like I've built a great life out here. My daughter lives out here as well. If all things are close, I definitely would love to stay in Miami, but we'll see when that time comes."

The Knicks need to make a decision regarding Bogdanovic's future with the organization, according to Fred Katz of The Athletic.

The Knicks are not trying to trade Randle, or at least haven't attempted to do so yet, according to Fred Katz of The Athletic.

Williams was traded from Dallas to Charlotte before the deadline, but he could have ended up with Milwaukee instead, he told Brian Robb of MassLive. "It's one of those things where we kind of worked our way, figured out what team that would look the best. I feel like and Charlotte was the best opportunity," Williams said. "I think the only other team that probably would have been an option was Milwaukee but that deal kind of fell through. Things happen."

Miller will look to get stronger during the offseason ahead of his sophomore year in the NBA, he told Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer. "I'm ready to start another season right now," Miller said. "I think my main focus this summer is to just keep putting on weight. I kind of want to build muscle mass just to be prepared for next season."

The Jazz are expected to offer Collins in trade talks during the offseason, Evan Sidery of Forbes reports.

Anunoby could be open to listening to offers from other teams in addition to the Knicks in free agency, according to Jake Fischer of Yahoo Sports.

The Hawks could select Risacher with the first overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, according to NBA reporter Marc Stein.

It's unclear if the Pelicans are planning to bring Marshall back for the 2024-25 season or if they're open to letting him test the open market as a free agent, according to Keith Smith of Spotrac.

The Pelicans could pick up Ryan's $2.4 million team option in order to keep him around for the 2024-25 season, according to Keith Smith of Spotrac.

Signing Murphy to a contract extension in the summer should be among the Pelicans' priorities for the offseason, according to Christian Clark of NOLA.com.