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Pekovic however will most likely not be present on the first day of training camp in late July and will join the team at a later stage. "He is a free agent in the NBA, and that means that from 2 July, when the transfer window opens in the U.S.A, he is waiting on the outcome of events to know at which club he will play next season," Pavicevic explained. "Surely we cannot count on him for the beginning of the program, once he signs a contract he will come to join us as soon as possible." FIBA Europe

Minnesota Timberwolves, Free Agency, FIBA, Nikola Pekovic, Montenegro, Eurobasket 

And don't expect the Celtics to waive Pierce just to see him sign with the Clippers during free agency. If they decide to trade Pierce, and NBA sources said the team is open to the possibility, they want a return for his services unless waiving him will allow him enough salary cap space to sign a solid free agent. Boston Globe

Boston Celtics, Los Angeles Clippers, Paul Pierce, Free Agency, Trade 

The Bucks will hold a free-agent camp Tuesday through Thursday for players who are not draft-eligible. A total of 23 players have been invited, including 12 with previous NBA experience. Among those attending are former Utah Jazz guard Sundiata Gaines, former Philadelphia 76ers forward Craig Brackins and former New Jersey and Brooklyn Nets small forward Damion James. Former Marquette guard Dwight Buycks and former Ohio State guard David Lighty also will participate. Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel

Milwaukee Bucks, Free Agency, Damion James, Craig Brackins, Sundiata Gaines, David Lighty 

Jason Collins, who first came out publicly in Sports Illustrated, has been in the NBA since 2001. He is now a free agent, but didn't want to join his new team while still in the closet. He said the response has been overwhelmingly positive. "One teammate said to me, 'I'm a grown man, Jay. I don't care," Collins said. "If this is how it's going to be with everyone, it's going to be awesome." Yahoo! Sports

Free Agency, Jason Collins 

The biggest change in Collins since coming out was that he isn't stressed by keeping his secret. "It was about telling my story in my own words. I don't have that stress any more." Yahoo! Sports

Free Agency, Jason Collins 

Metta World Peace joined Sportsradio 610 for an entertaining interview that touched upon the topic of Dwight Howard's upcoming free agency. When asked about the Lakers center who is about to be a free agent, World Peace said, "Well, he's not going to Houston, I tell you that. You know how those horses have those little things, ties in a bullfight, you tie those things to their b---- and they go crazy? I've got two of those tied to Dwight Howard's t--------, so he can't move." CSN Houston

Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Lakers, Free Agency, Dwight Howard, Metta World Peace 

After massive laughter, Sportsradio 610's Mike Meltser asked, "So you think Dwight is definitely staying in LA?" "He can't move," World Peace answered. "If he does, it'll be painful. So he can't go nowhere." CSN Houston

Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Lakers, Free Agency, Dwight Howard, Metta World Peace 

"I'm not going to try to convince him," World Peace said. "But definitely, I enjoy him, no question about it. I'll leave the convincing to the organization and to the fans. But for myself, I'm just working out and things like that, but I definitely enjoy him. He's a great person. Whoever receives Dwight Howard, they'll really enjoy their time with him. Hopefully, it's with the Lakers, but whoever receives him will really enjoy their time." CSN Houston

Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Lakers, Free Agency, Dwight Howard, Metta World Peace 

Gary Woelfel: As I reported back in April, Monta Ellis planned to bolt Bucks. He has told friends he'd like to join Grizzlies Twitter

Memphis Grizzlies, Milwaukee Bucks, Free Agency, Monta Ellis 

Omri Casspi: "I want to stay in the NBA, but I need a coach that believes in me and will give me minutes." One.co.il

Cleveland Cavaliers, Free Agency, Omri Casspi 

Omri Casspi: "I have offer from Europe, but if I return Maccabi would be my priority." One.co.il

Cleveland Cavaliers, Free Agency, Omri Casspi 

“In essence, you get to come in and, it’s you and we have room for two more max free agents (next year),” Mavs owner Mark Cuban said during a Monday appearance on KTCK-AM. “That’s why when I talked about a two-year plan, that’s the concept there. So part of our sales pitch is, look, we’re not going to try to fool you and say that you and Dirk (Nowitzki) and Shawn Marion and Vince (Carter) and fill are basically a championship team. Maybe we get on a run, maybe we’re pretty good. But the reality is you’re going to work with us and Dirk to get out there and pick your team.” ESPN.com

Dallas Mavericks, Free Agency, Dirk Nowitzki, Mark Cuban, Shawn Marion, Owners 

Andrew Gruman: #Bucks will host a mini-camp for 23 guys that have played in the D-League or overseas over the next three days. Twitter

Milwaukee Bucks, Free Agency 

Andrew Gruman: Former Marquette guard Dwight Buycks will be in attendance, while Damion James, Dominique Jones as Salim Stoudamire have NBA experience. Twitter

Milwaukee Bucks, Free Agency, Damion James, Dominique Jones, Dwight Buycks 

Keith Kreiter: Marcus Landry to join the Lakers summer league team- great opportunity for Marcus-- he spent time with D'Antoni in New York. Twitter @Edge_Sports

Los Angeles Lakers, Free Agency, Summer League, Marcus Landry 

Jody Genessy: Jazz president Randy Rigby wouldn't comment when I asked if Al Jefferson and Paul Millsap will be here next season to enjoy the scoreboard. Twitter @DJJazzyJody

Utah Jazz, Free Agency, Al Jefferson, Paul Millsap, Randy Rigby 

Alex Kennedy: Contrary to reports, Shawne Williams hasn't signed with a team in China, per source. He has workouts with six NBA teams in the coming weeks. Twitter @AlexKennedyNBA

Free Agency, Shawne Williams 

The Clippers are prepared to give Rivers a five-year deal to coach and believe acquiring Rivers and Garnett – who will waive his no-trade clause – will lock up the re-signing of free-agent superstar Chris Paul, sources said. The prospects of bringing Rivers back to the Celtics have become less appealing for Boston, who understand, as one league executive said, "There's no putting the genie back in the bottle. You can't pretend this didn't happen and just go back to work." Yahoo! Sports

Boston Celtics, Los Angeles Clippers, Free Agency, Trade, Chris Paul, Doc Rivers, Coaching, Kevin Garnett 

Charles F. Gardner: Bucks officials confirm this morning that guard Monta Ellis will opt out of the final year of his contract. Received official notification. Twitter @cf_gardner

Milwaukee Bucks, Free Agency, Monta Ellis 

Charles F. Gardner: Ellis' move provides some clarity as the Bucks enter next week's draft. They have closely inspected shooting guard prospects. Twitter @cf_gardner

Milwaukee Bucks, Free Agency, Draft, Monta Ellis