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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 / 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 The Piney Point
The recent NBA free agency moves have significant implications for local fans, particularly those who follow the Houston Rockets. With several All-Stars changing teams, the league's landscape is shifting, and the Rockets' chances of competing in the Western Conference may be affected. The departure of players like Norman Powell and Nikola Vucevic from their previous teams could lead to a realignment of power in the league, potentially creating new challenges for the Rockets. As the Rockets look to shape their own roster, they will need to consider the moves made by other teams, including the Chicago Bulls, who have added Powell to their lineup. The Rockets' front office will likely be watching these developments closely, looking for opportunities to strengthen their own team and remain competitive in a rapidly changing NBA landscape. Local fans will be eager to see how the Rockets respond to these moves and how they will impact the team's performance in the upcoming season.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / 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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