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Jaylen Brown showcases expensive gold-plated harp collection
Jaylen Brown showed off one of the most expensive items in his home, revealing that he owns a harp decorated with 24-karat gold. The post Jaylen Brown showcases expensive gold-plated harp collection appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jaylen Brown complains about his $20,000 toilet
Jaylen Brown shared an unusual complaint about one of the expensive features in his home, explaining that his $20,000 toilet sometimes frustrates him because it makes ocean sounds when flushed. The post Jaylen Brown complains about his $20,000 toilet appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Chandler Parsons blames Anta shoes for injuries
Former NBA forward Chandler Parsons criticized Chinese sportswear company Anta, claiming that its basketball shoes were so uncomfortable that they may have contributed to the knee problems he experienced during his career. The post Chandler Parsons blames Anta shoes for injuries appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Chandler Parsons details massive losses playing cards
Former NBA forward Chandler Parsons recalled how card games became a regular activity among teammates during flights, revealing that he once witnessed a player lose $45,000 on a trip from Houston to Dallas. The post Chandler Parsons details massive losses playing cards appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Mark Cuban criticizes NBA’s shifting financial priorities
Former Dallas Mavericks majority owner Mark Cuban criticized the NBA's changing priorities, claiming that discussions among team owners and league executives increasingly focused on raising franchise valuations rather than improving the experience for basketball fans. The post Mark Cuban criticizes NBA’s shifting financial priorities appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Bucks pick up Kasparas Jakucionis and Kel’el Ware options
The Milwaukee Bucks will exercise their rookie-scale team options on Kel’el Ware and Kasparas Jakucionis for the 2027-28 season, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. The post Bucks pick up Kasparas Jakucionis and Kel’el Ware options appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Thunder to retire Russell Westbrook’s No. 0 jersey on February 7
The Oklahoma City Thunder will retire Russell Westbrook’s No. 0 jersey on February 7, 2027, team executive Sam Presti announced Monday at the Oklahoma City National Memorial’s Day One Luncheon. The post Thunder to retire Russell Westbrook’s No. 0 jersey on February 7 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
LaMelo Ball praises Trey Lyles after Timberwolves win
LaMelo Ball scored a season-high 34 points in the Minnesota Timberwolves’ 112-100 win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday, Nov. 2. The post LaMelo Ball praises Trey Lyles after Timberwolves win appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Chris Finch praises LaMelo Ball after 34-point game
Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch praised LaMelo Ball’s offensive performance and Trey Lyles’ contribution after the Timberwolves defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 112-100 on Monday, Nov. 2. The post Chris Finch praises LaMelo Ball after 34-point game appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Ty Jerome takes responsibility after Grizzlies’ first loss
Ty Jerome scored 40 points but missed a potential game-winning shot as the Memphis Grizzlies lost 135-134 to the New Orleans Pelicans in overtime on Monday, Nov. 2. The post Ty Jerome takes responsibility after Grizzlies’ first loss appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Tuomas Iisalo reacts to Grizzlies’ first loss of the season
Memphis Grizzlies head coach Tuomas Iisalo pointed to rebounding, transition defense and physicality after his team lost 135-134 in overtime to the New Orleans Pelicans on Monday, ending its unbeaten start at 6-1. The post Tuomas Iisalo reacts to Grizzlies’ first loss of the season appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
LeBron James explains why he took a sip of a fan’s wine
LeBron James explained the courtside wine incident during the Philadelphia 76ers’ 126-107 win over the Chicago Bulls on Monday, revealing that he took a sip after accidentally spilling some of a fan’s drink. The post LeBron James explains why he took a sip of a fan’s wine appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Nick Nurse impressed by LeBron James’ playmaking
Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse praised his team’s ball movement, LeBron James’ playmaking and Tyrese Maxey’s fourth-quarter performance after Monday’s 126-107 win over the Chicago Bulls. The post Nick Nurse impressed by LeBron James’ playmaking appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jaylen Brown: 76ers have ‘a long way to go’ despite 7-1 start
Jaylen Brown said the Philadelphia 76ers is still developing its chemistry and defensive identity despite opening the 2026-27 season with a 7-1 record after Monday’s 126-107 win over the Chicago Bulls. The post Jaylen Brown: 76ers have ‘a long way to go’ despite 7-1 start appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kenny Atkinson explains Cavaliers’ loss to Thunder: “We tried everything”
Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson said Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 43-point performance and the team’s struggles on the boards and at the free-throw line proved decisive in Monday’s 117-112 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. The post Kenny Atkinson explains Cavaliers’ loss to Thunder: “We tried everything” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Luka Doncic explains how Lakers are solving double-teams
Luka Doncic credited the Los Angeles Lakers’ improved ball movement and execution against double-teams after recording 42 points and 13 assists in Monday’s 138-117 victory over the Miami Heat. The post Luka Doncic explains how Lakers are solving double-teams appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
JJ Redick praises Lakers’ response to Doncic double-teams
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick praised his team’s ball movement, offensive decision-making and second-half defense after Monday’s 138-117 victory over the Miami Heat, highlighting a season-high 39 assists. The post JJ Redick praises Lakers’ response to Doncic double-teams appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Luka Doncic drops 42 as Lakers rout Heat
Luka Doncic recorded 42 points, 13 assists and seven rebounds as the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Miami Heat 138-117 on Monday night at Crypto.com Arena. The post Luka Doncic drops 42 as Lakers rout Heat appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Scottie Barnes leads Raptors’ fourth-quarter comeback against Clippers
Scottie Barnes scored 15 of his 22 points in the fourth quarter as the Toronto Raptors erased a 13-point deficit to beat the Los Angeles Clippers 125-118 on Monday night. The post Scottie Barnes leads Raptors’ fourth-quarter comeback against Clippers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Stephen Curry scores 34 as Warriors hold off Suns in heated clash
Stephen Curry scored 34 points, added seven assists and six rebounds, and the Golden State Warriors held off the Phoenix Suns 116-113 on Monday night at Chase Center. The post Stephen Curry scores 34 as Warriors hold off Suns in heated clash appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Deni Avdija powers Trail Blazers past Nuggets
Deni Avdija scored 28 points, including nine in the fourth quarter, as the Portland Trail Blazers defeated the Denver Nuggets 118-110 on Monday night at Ball Arena. The post Deni Avdija powers Trail Blazers past Nuggets appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Spurs rout Jazz as Dylan Harper leads balanced attack
Dylan Harper scored 17 points and Victor Wembanyama recorded 12 points, 11 rebounds and three blocks as the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Utah Jazz 119-97 on Monday night. The post Spurs rout Jazz as Dylan Harper leads balanced attack appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Alperen Sengun powers Rockets past Celtics as Houston reaches 7-1
Alperen Sengun recorded 26 points, 10 assists and seven rebounds as the Houston Rockets defeated the Boston Celtics 109-93 on Monday night at Toyota Center. The post Alperen Sengun powers Rockets past Celtics as Houston reaches 7-1 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
LaMelo Ball scores season-high 34 as Timberwolves beat Bucks
LaMelo Ball scored a season-high 34 points as the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Milwaukee Bucks 112-100 on Monday night at Target Center. The post LaMelo Ball scores season-high 34 as Timberwolves beat Bucks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Ty Jerome scores 40 as Pelicans end Grizzlies’ unbeaten start in OT
Ty Jerome scored 40 points, but the Memphis Grizzlies suffered their first loss of the 2026-27 season, falling 135-134 to the New Orleans Pelicans in overtime on Monday night at FedExForum. The post Ty Jerome scores 40 as Pelicans end Grizzlies’ unbeaten start in OT appeared first on TalkBasket.net .