NBA News Roundup, Saturday, June 29th: New York Knicks and L.A. Clippers interested in DeMarcus Cousins, Klay Thompson free agency update and more

The 2019 offseason is finally here, and it is gearing up to be one of the most exciting in recent memory. The upcoming free agent class is perhaps the best in NBA history, as the likes of Kawhi Leonard, Kyrie Irving, Jimmy Butler, and Kevin Durant will all be up for grabs.

Teams such as the Los Angeles Lakers, New York Knicks, and Houston Rockets are also attempting to make big moves as they look to build a roster that can compete during the 2019/20 season. So, here are all the latest NBA rumors you need to know for Saturday, June 29.

Golden State Warriors planning to offer Klay Thompson max deal

Klay Thompson appears set to remain with the Golden State Warriors

A number of teams were interested in meeting with Klay Thompson during free agency, but ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski is reporting that Thompson is set to stay with the Golden State Warriors as the team prepares a max contract:

The Warriors are planning to offer All-Star guard Klay Thompson a five-year, $190 million maximum contract when free agency opens, which is expected to accelerate the process of general manager Bob Myers and Thompson's agent, Greg Lawrence, quickly reaching a formal agreement.

Thompson was selected 11th overall by the Warriors in the 2011 draft, and the 29-year-old has won three championships with the team. Individually, Thompson has been among the NBA's most consistent players over the past six years and has made five All-Star appearances.

Thompson's tendency to make defensive stops coupled with his deadly range from beyond the arc make him an attractive free agent target, although Wojnarowski's report states that rival teams have ended their attempts to prise Thompson away from Golden State.

Despite suffering a torn ACL in his left knee in the NBA Finals, the Warriors remain hopeful that Thompson will return to play a role next season.

DeMarcus Cousins attracting interest from seven teams

DeMarcus Cousins successfully returned from an Achilles injury during the 18-19 season

Heading into free agency, some doubted whether DeMarcus Cousins would have much of a market, although Marc J. Spears of The Undefeated is reporting that the 28-year-old is attracting interest from several teams:

Seven NBA teams have expressed interest of varying levels in Cousins, according to a source. The New York Knicks have serious interest in Cousins, a source said. The Los Angeles Clippers are also intrigued.

Cousins appeared 30 times for the Golden State Warriors this past season, averaging 16.3 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 3.6 assists. He also participated in the postseason for the first time in his career, and he was particularly impressive during Game 2 of the NBA Finals.

The All-Star made just $5.3m this past season, but after proving his fitness, Cousins will expect a much higher salary for the upcoming season.

Terry Rozier and the New York Knicks have a mutual interest

Terry Rozier is eager to prove himself as a starter in the NBA

Over recent months, Terry Rozier has expressed his desire to leave the Boston Celtics in order to secure a starting berth, and Marc Berman of the NY Post is reporting that the New York Knicks are interested in signing the 25-year-old:

If he becomes an unrestricted free agent, Knicks’ point guard target Terry Rozier is open to taking a short-term one or two-year deal.

Berman's report states that Rozier also has interest in heading to the Knicks, although the deal could depend on the Celtics' ability to complete their proposed deal for Kemba Walker.

Rozier has spent the past two seasons playing backup to Kyrie Irving, although the point guard demonstrated his ability to lead a team during the 2018 playoffs, as he averaged 16.5 points, 5.7 assists, and 5.3 rebounds per game.