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NBA free agency: Norman Powell to Chicago in another All-Star move as teams continue shaping rosters
By Tim Reynolds, Associated Press at KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 1, 2026
· 3 min read
Add Norman Powell to the list of this past season's All-Stars who are changing addresses this summer in NBA free agency.Powell has agreed to a two-year deal that could be worth up to $45 million with the Chicago Bulls, a person with knowledge of the talks said Wednesday. Powell also had received ...
Key takeaway Powell has agreed to a two-year deal that could be worth up to $45 million with the Chicago Bulls, a person with knowledge of the talks said Wednesday.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
The recent moves in NBA free agency have significant implications for local basketball fans, particularly those who follow the Houston Rockets. With Norman Powell joining the Chicago Bulls and Nikola Vucevic returning to the Orlando Magic, the landscape of the league is shifting. The fact that Powell, an All-Star, was not pursued by the Rockets raises questions about the team's strategy and priorities in free agency. Meanwhile, the Magic's acquisition of Vucevic adds depth to their roster, potentially making them a more formidable opponent for the Rockets in the Southeast Division. As the Rockets look to rebuild and compete in the Western Conference, they will need to navigate a landscape where top talent is increasingly mobile and teams are aggressively reshaping their rosters. The Rockets' own moves in free agency will be closely watched by local fans, who are eager to see how the team will respond to the changing dynamics of the league.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Add Norman Powell to the list of this past season's All-Stars who are changing addresses this summer in NBA free agency.Powell has agreed to a two-year deal that could be worth up to $45 million with the Chicago Bulls, a person with knowledge of the talks said Wednesday. Powell also had received ...
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