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Russell Westbrook discusses his attitude toward basketball

NBA veteran Russell Westbrook explained that his commitment to playing with maximum effort throughout his career comes from the belief that every game could be someone's only opportunity to watch him in person. The post Russell Westbrook discusses his attitude toward basketball appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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Sophie Cunningham hires security amid stalking concerns

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham has hired 24-hour security after experiencing increased public attention and concerns about stalkers. The post Sophie Cunningham hires security amid stalking concerns appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Warriors have no plans to void Kristaps Porzingis’ contract

The Golden State Warriors are not considering voiding Kristaps Porzingis’ contract despite his indefinite absence, according to a team source cited by Danny Emerman of The San Francisco Standard on Sunday, November 1. The post Warriors have no plans to void Kristaps Porzingis’ contract appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Brandin Podziemski loved Draymond Green’s ejection

Brandin Podziemski said Draymond Green’s ejection helped spark the Golden State Warriors in their 116-113 win over the Phoenix Suns on Monday, November 2. The post Brandin Podziemski loved Draymond Green’s ejection appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Nuggets decline DaRon Holmes’ $5.55 million option

The Denver Nuggets have declined their $5.55 million team option on DaRon Holmes II for the 2027-28 season, making the forward eligible to become an unrestricted free agent in 2027, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. The post Nuggets decline DaRon Holmes’ $5.55 million option appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Giannis Antetokounmpo: Luka Doncic is one of the best scorers ever

Giannis Antetokounmpo called Luka Doncic one of the greatest scorers in basketball history after the Los Angeles Lakers star recorded 42 points and 13 assists in a 138-117 win over the Miami Heat on Monday, November 2. The post Giannis Antetokounmpo: Luka Doncic is one of the best scorers ever appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

LeBron James: Russell Westbrook was a great teammate

LeBron James praised Russell Westbrook’s commitment and professionalism during their time together with the Los Angeles Lakers, saying the former NBA MVP never wanted to miss a game or practice. The post LeBron James: Russell Westbrook was a great teammate appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Thunder address injury problems with Dalen Terry signing

Dalen Terry is leaving the Golden State Warriors' G League affiliate, the Santa Cruz Warriors, to join the Oklahoma City Thunder, providing additional depth as the team deals with several injuries. The post Thunder address injury problems with Dalen Terry signing appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Dalen Terry agrees to deal with Thunder

Guard/forward Dalen Terry has agreed to a two-year contract with the Oklahoma City Thunder, according to ESPN, giving the former first-round draft pick another opportunity as he enters his fifth NBA season. The post Dalen Terry agrees to deal with Thunder appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Darius Acuff explains choosing Arkansas under John Calipari

Sacramento Kings rookie Darius Acuff Jr. explained that John Calipari's history of developing NBA guards was one of the main reasons he decided to attend Arkansas before entering the professional ranks. The post Darius Acuff explains choosing Arkansas under John Calipari appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope favors Nikola Jokic over Karl-Anthony Towns

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope believes the Denver Nuggets team that won the 2023 NBA championship would defeat the 2026 New York Knicks in a hypothetical playoff series, predicting a 4-2 victory for his former team. The post Kentavious Caldwell-Pope favors Nikola Jokic over Karl-Anthony Towns appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Grant Hill details failed negotiations with Nike

Former NBA star Grant Hill revealed that he initially wanted to sign an endorsement deal with Nike before eventually agreeing to a reported five-year, $30 million contract with Fila early in his professional career. The post Grant Hill details failed negotiations with Nike appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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Mikal Bridges uses weightlifting to unwind postgame

New York Knicks forward Mikal Bridges explained why he regularly lifts weights after games, revealing that his postgame workouts help him relax and fall asleep following the intense atmosphere at Madison Square Garden. The post Mikal Bridges uses weightlifting to unwind postgame appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Gilbert Arenas predicts Knicks tensions over Karl-Anthony Towns

Former NBA guard Gilbert Arenas suggested that New York Knicks owner James Dolan could retaliate against Karl-Anthony Towns if the center decides to exercise his $63 million player option rather than negotiate a new contract. The post Gilbert Arenas predicts Knicks tensions over Karl-Anthony Towns 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 .

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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 .

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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 .

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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 .

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 .