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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 KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· 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 The San Antonio
The recent moves in NBA free agency have significant implications for the San Antonio community, particularly in terms of how local fans will respond to the changing landscape of the league. With Norman Powell joining the Chicago Bulls and other All-Stars on the move, the Spurs' own roster decisions will be closely watched by fans in San Antonio. The team's ability to compete with revamped rosters like the Bulls and Miami Heat will depend on their ability to make savvy moves in free agency and the draft. Meanwhile, the return of Nikola Vucevic to the Orlando Magic is a reminder that even veteran players can find new opportunities in the league, a fact that may resonate with Spurs fans who have seen their own team undergo significant changes in recent years. As the Spurs look to shape their own roster, local fans will be eager to see how the team will adapt to the shifting balance of power in the NBA.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
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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