Contrary to a report in the Jerusalem Post, the Sonics are not close to signing rookie guard Yotem Halperin to a one-year deal. The 6-5 shooting guard, who was taken in the second round of the draft (53rd overall), was tendered a standard non-guaranteed rookie contract, which allows Seattle to secure his NBA rights.

The Sonics will also tender guard Denham Brown to a rookie contract and invite him to training camp.