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Ben Simmons is returning to the NBA, signing a one-year, $3.5 million deal with the Kings after stepping away for a professional fishing career.

The NBA concluded its investigation into the Los Angeles Clippers and Kawhi Leonard, as it pertains to violating the salary cap circumvention rules.

Businessman Marc Stad is buying a controlling stake in the Timberwolves for $4.5 billion, while co-owner Alex Rodriguez increases his equity.

Former ESPN broadcaster Sage Steele didn’t hold back while discussing “passive aggressiveness from NBA coaches” that she received when she voiced her republican views and support for President Donald Trump.

The Buss family is selling their remaining 17.8% ownership in the Lakers to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger, who bought the franchise last week.

Former NBA MVP Russell Westbrook announced his retirement after 18 seasons, ending his career as the league’s all-time leader in triple-doubles.

A little more than one year after businessman Mark Walter purchased a majority stake of the Lakers for a historic amount, the franchise is now being sold to businessman Josh Kushner and former ESPN executive Bob Iger for a record $12 billon, according to ESPN.

The Cleveland Cavaliers did not get LeBron James, but they did sign someone who once blocked him for a game-winner several years ago.

The Post breaks down the top 10 players on the Knicks and the 76ers — set to be two of the Eastern Conference’s contenders next season — after LeBron James’ decision to sign with Philadelphia on Friday.