On June 30, Beijing time, the knockout stage of the World Cup group phase has already begun. According to the latest schedule, three matches will be held today, adding three more spots to the round of 16. The three games are: Brazil vs. Japan, Germany vs. Paraguay, and a clash between two top-eight teams, Netherlands vs. Morocco. At 1:00 AM, Brazil takes on Japan.

Just over an hour ago, renowned reporter Shams reported that Warriors forward Draymond Green opted out of his $27.7 million player option for next season, becoming a free agent. This move frees up enough cap space for the Warriors to pursue LeBron James and Anthony Davis, assembling a big four. The Warriors' plan is to trade Butler for Davis and then sign James.

On June 29, Beijing time, according to TA, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of New York formally filed sports betting-related criminal charges against Malik Beasley, who has nine years of NBA experience; Ed Davis, a lottery pick with 12 seasons in the league, was also indicted. The investigation into Beasley has been ongoing for over a year.

On June 29, Beijing time, according to renowned reporter Shams, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul told ESPN today that Sacramento Kings guard Zach LaVine will exercise his $49 million player option for the 2026-27 season. In the 2025-26 season, LaVine was ruled out for the season before the All-Star break when the Kings were struggling, and he opted for surgery to repair a right hand tendon.

On June 29, Beijing time, according to renowned reporter Shams, ESPN sources revealed that Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green will decline his $27.7 million player option, becoming a free agent. This move gives the Warriors salary cap flexibility, allowing them to pursue LeBron James in free agency or acquire Anthony Davis via trade to form a quartet of stars.

On the afternoon of June 29, the Vietnam national team continued training at the Vietnam Youth Football Training Center in preparation for a training camp in South Korea and the upcoming ASEAN Cup 2026.

Following a rest day, the Vietnam national team resumed training to continue their preparations for the 2026 ASEAN Cup. After overseas Vietnamese midfielder Khoa Ngo went back to his club to recover from injury, head coach Kim Sang Sik opted not to bring in any new players as replacements.

On June 29 Beijing time, per renowned insider Shams, ESPN cited sources reporting that Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden will opt out of his $42.3 million player option for the 2026-27 season, with both parties negotiating a brand-new multi-year contract.

Juventus may be one of the few wealthy clubs in Serie A, but the Bianconeri's transfer dealings have been a complete mess, and this summer's window seems to be adding another confusing chapter. According to the latest report from French media Footmercato, the future of French striker Randal Kolo Muani has become clear, as Juventus is very close to reaching an agreement with Paris Saint-Germain for his transfer.

On June 29 Beijing time, renowned insider Shams shared the latest updates on trades involving Jaylen Brown and Kawhi Leonard during a show, as follows—“The Celtics spent the entire weekend contacting teams across the league, shopping Jaylen Brown, and even trying to construct three- or four-team deals. In negotiations, Boston set an extremely high asking price, demanding up to four first-round picks from multiple teams.