Due to this, the 2019-20 campaign is quickly gearing up to be among the most exciting seasons in recent memory, and additional offseason moves are likely in the coming weeks. So, with plenty going on around the NBA, here is all the latest news and rumors you need to know for August 3rd.

#1 Carmelo Anthony reaffirms his desire to return to the NBA

The NBA offseason has reached August, and the majority of big-name free agents have long been snapped up by teams hoping to contend. However, Carmelo Anthony has yet to secure a deal for the upcoming season, and some analysts have cast doubt on his NBA future. Yet, during an appearance on ESPN’s First Take, Melo reaffirmed his commitment to return to the league next season:

Anthony has not played since being cast aside by the Houston Rockets back in November. During his brief spell with the team, the veteran played just 10 times and received criticism for his defense. Anthony has been linked with a move to the Los Angeles Lakers, although reports earlier this week suggested that the 35-year-old was unlikely to link up with LeBron James.

#2 Puma made Zion Williamson a huge offer before he signed with Nike

After the fallout of the opening week of free agency finally settled, many fans began to speculate on which sportswear company Zion Williamson would sign with. After much consideration, the 19-year-old linked up with the Jordan brand on a 5-year deal worth $75 million. Nevertheless, Nick DePaula of ESPN is reporting that Williamson could have signed a much larger deal with Puma:

Williamson is believed to have accepted less money with the Jordan brand after growing up idolizing Michael Jordan. The teenager enters the NBA as the most exciting talent to emerge since LeBron James back in 2003. He will form part of a promising New Orleans roster that also features Lonzo Ball, Brandon Ingram, and Josh Hart.

#3 NBA Christmas schedule reportedly revealed

Following a busy summer, the 19-20 season is quickly approaching, and reports from Adrian Wojnarowski, Malika Andrews, and Tim MacMahon, all from ESPN, combined to give us the much anticipated Christmas schedule. As always, a number of matchups stand out, although the clash between the Los Angeles Lakers and LA Clippers is unlikely to be upstaged.

The Los Angeles rivals enter the season among the favorites to capture a championship, and fans will get the chance to see the likes of LeBron James, Anthony Davis, Paul George, and Kawhi Leonard.

Meanwhile, the Celtics will travel North to take on the reigning champions in the Toronto Raptors, while Russell Westbrook and James Harden will face off against Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors. The Greek Freak will also be in action as the Bucks travel to Philadelphia, and in the most surprising matchup, the Nuggets will host the Pelicans.

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