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Former NBA guard Monta Ellis discussed his experience playing alongside Stephen Curry with the Golden State Warriors, explaining how Curry developed into one of the league's best players. The post Monta Ellis admits underestimating Steph Curry appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
With the NBA Cup officially underway, here's a early look at the standings and who would advance to the knockout rounds as of right now.
Starting both Jamal Shead and Immanuel Quickley could give the Raptors the best of both worlds, as they continue to search for balance in their backcourt.
The Los Angeles Lakers can turn to Cameron Carr if there are any lingering concerns over the hand injury Quentin Grimes suffered against the Detroit Pistons.
The Boston Celtics appear to have cracked the code on how to utilize Jayson Tatum in a way that limits responsibility but features his talents.
In week three of the NBA season, the Phoenix Suns snap a 1‑5 slump by winning two straight games, including a 98‑92 victory over the Houston Rockets that finally beats former Sun Kevin Durant for the first time since his trade. A lineup tweak—Oso Ighodaro replacing Khaman Maluach at center—has boosted the Suns’ net rating by 16 points in the two wins. Meanwhile, Dillon Brooks posts career‑high shooting numbers but the team scores 14 points fewer per 100 possessions when he’s on the floor. The Suns now face a home‑only four‑game stretch against the Spurs, Clippers, Hornets and Lakers, all at 7 p.m. AZ time except the 2 p.m. Lakers game.
The Minnesota Timberwolves have answered every possible concern about their bench, which is a strength that will benefit them come playoff time.
Portland’s early‑season smooth ride stalls with back‑to‑back defeats to the Lakers and Spurs, highlighted by Luka Doncic’s 53 points and Victor Wembanyama’s 29‑point, defensive showcase. Coach Micah Nori laments third‑quarter turnovers, but notes a bright spot: backup center Yang Hansen records his first career double‑double (12 points, 10 rebounds). Meanwhile, Thunder rookie Aday Mara credits former college coach Dusty May for newfound confidence, and former Denver big man Trey Lyles returns to Minnesota, praising his adaptability after a stint in Spain. Finally, all five Nuggets starters and DeMar DeRozan sit as questionable for the Houston game due to travel delays from a Mexico City trip.
James Harden's decline is becoming impossible for the Cavaliers to ignore, and Cleveland must put its championship future ahead of his reputation.
Boston Celtics president Brad Stevens publicly expressed his appreciation for Jaylen Brown shortly before the organization traded the All-NBA forward to the Philadelphia 76ers. The post Celtics president praised Jaylen Brown before trading him appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jaylen Brown reportedly sought greater recognition and a more prominent role within the Boston Celtics organization before being traded to the Philadelphia 76ers in July. The post Jaylen Brown wanted greater recognition before Celtics trade appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Cleveland and Charlotte head into Monday’s game at the Spectrum Center amid key injuries. Center Jarrett Allen is listed as questionable with a right‑knee contusion, while Charlotte’s Moussa Diabate also carries a question mark for a quadriceps issue. The Cavs have ruled out Sam Merrill, Nae’Qwan Tomlin and Jaylon Tyson, and the Hornets are missing Kon Knueppel, Brandon Miller, Dennis Schroder and Grant Williams. Charlotte, now 3‑7, is on a six‑game losing streak and is shooting just 28.8% from three, after a 119‑80 loss to Boston. Cleveland sits 5‑5, with Donovan Mitchell leading scoring, and will rely on Allen’s interior presence to bolster rebounding on the road.
The Denver Nuggets enter Monday’s game against the Houston Rockets with six players—five starters and DeMar DeRozan—listed as questionable after a grueling international swing that saw them win 114-102 in Mexico City and endure a delayed return trip. The author argues the injuries are less about physical harm and more a protest against the NBA’s tight international scheduling, which leaves teams with minimal rest and disrupts fans’ ability to watch star players. While the league’s global expansion boosts revenue, it may sacrifice domestic fan experience and competitive balance, as highlighted by the Nuggets’ looming matchup and upcoming road games against Memphis and New Orleans.
The Golden State Warriors are reportedly trying to trade Kristaps Porzingis as soon as possible, according to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. The post Warriors seeking Kristaps Porzingis trade appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
In the November 9 podcast episode of Suns Planet, Bruce and Jake dissect the Suns' shaky start to the month, reviewing their first four games and pinpointing flaws that sparked a mid‑week slump. They debate Jalen Green's lingering potential and then highlight how Phoenix turned the tide, winning their last two contests. Listeners get a clear breakdown of what went wrong, the adjustments made, and the key factors behind the recent victories.
Former Bucks coach Jason Kidd publicly defends Giannis Antetokounmpo after Doc Rivers criticized the two‑time MVP’s basketball IQ on November 6, 2026. Kidd, who coached Antetokounmpo from 2014‑2018 and helped expand his ball‑handling duties, told ESPN’s NBA Today that Giannis’s "superpower" is his downhill aggression and playmaking, calling him one of the league’s top five players. Rivers, meanwhile, argued the forward struggles with offensive schemes compared to Erik Spoelstra’s teaching style. The clash underscores how coaches can view the same star very differently.
Jaylen Brown’s trade to the Philadelphia 76ers is linked to a reported demand that Boston treat him as a franchise player. In a New York Times column, journalist Jay King cites league sources saying Brown, fresh off a 28.7‑point, Second‑Team All‑NBA season, wanted preferential status—even over Jayson Tatum—after the Celtics’ playoff exit. The wing, who played 71 games while Tatum missed most of the year with an Achilles injury, reportedly asked the front office for elite treatment on and off the court, prompting the blockbuster move. Brown now stars for the 76ers as Boston and Philly sit atop the Eastern Conference early in 2026‑27.
The Philadelphia 76ers have turned clutch situations into a strength, posting an 8-0 record in games decided by five points or fewer in the final five minutes. After a 127-121 win over the Chicago Bulls that lifted them to a league‑best 9-2, the team has outscored opponents 86‑67 in clutch time while shooting 52.2% from the field, 50% from three, and 90.6% from the line with only four turnovers. Tyrese Maxey leads with 30 clutch points, while Joel Embiid adds 15 points and a team‑high five assists. Even LeBron James praises their “no‑panic button,” noting the Sixers’ calm, patient play in pressure moments.
The Sacramento Kings have shown interest in free-agent guard Gabe Vincent, adding another experienced backcourt option to their list of potential targets. The post Kings eye Gabe Vincent as veteran guard option appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Ahead of the Celtics‑76ers showdown on Nov. 9, 2026, former Boston guard Marcus Smart says the media has fueled the rift between Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown since their July trade. Speaking to The Athletic, Smart praised both players' work ethic but blames press narratives for creating a villain‑hero dynamic that strained their relationship. He warns that outside speculation turned a simple disagreement into a larger drama, impacting team chemistry as the two stars prepare to face each other on NBC’s Coast to Coast broadcast.
The Raptors host the Grizzlies on Nov. 9 as Toronto battles a deep injury list. Kawhi Leonard remains sidelined with a left‑knee issue, and both Scottie Barnes (left groin strain) and Immanuel Quickley (right hamstring tightness) are listed as questionable, potentially leaving the team without three of its top scorers. Barnes is averaging a career‑high 23.5 points, while Quickley contributes 17.4 points per game. Memphis, fresh from a 6‑0 start but now on a three‑game skid, also loses key bench pieces, including Scotty Pippen Jr. (lumbar disc herniation) and Isaiah Stewart (right knee injury). The matchup tests Toronto’s depth against a Grizzlies squad seeking its first win after four straight losses.
ESPN's Jeff Borzello profile on Duke coach Jon Scheyer highlights his rapid rise, detailing the backlash from a Dallas Mavericks job offer and his clear‑minded decision to stay. Scheyer, now in his fifth year, has already secured three ACC tournament titles, three Elite Eight berths and a Final Four, putting him ahead of peers like Tommy Lloyd and Brad Stevens in early career wins. Assistant coach Chris Carrawell praises the team’s competitive practices, while fans applaud Scheyer for sustaining Duke’s elite status after replacing the legendary Mike Krzyzewski.
Former Sixers coach Doc Rivers gushes that Philadelphia’s 76ers are now the NBA’s best team after a 9-2 start, their quickest opening since the Iverson era. On Bill Simmons’ podcast, Rivers ranks Jaylen Brown among the top three small forwards, Joel Embiid as a top‑four center, and hails Tyrese Maxey as a top‑five point guard. He also praises LeBron James’ playmaking, calls VJ Edgecombe a premier defender at the two‑spot, and lauds veterans like Kentavious Caldwell‑Pope and Anfernee Simons for fitting the roster. Rivers’ reflections on Maxey’s optimism and Matisse Thybulle’s resurgence round out a candid endorsement of the Sixers’ championship push.
The early‑season NBA report card spotlights former Virginia Cavaliers, or “Hoos,” and their surprising impact. Ty Jerome (Memphis) leads the league with 26.6 points, 5.3 assists and a record‑setting 5.8 floaters per game (63% accuracy) as the Grizzlies sit 6‑3. Trey Murphy III (New Orleans) drops 15.6 points and 37.7% from three despite a slight dip, drawing trade buzz. De’Andre Hunter (Sacramento) rebounds to 13.1 points and 35.3% three‑point shooting, though the Kings struggle at 1‑9. Jay Huff (Indiana) contributes 22‑point, 8‑rebound outings for the Pacers, while Sam Hauser (Boston) offers 7.7 points on 40.4% three‑point shooting off the bench. The piece ranks each ex‑UVA star’s performance as the NBA heads into its 10‑game mark.
The Chicago Bulls are seeing signs of life from their 2025 lottery pick. Even though times are bleak, that's still a promising development.