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Keldon Johnson: SGA doesn’t play the game to flop

San Antonio Spurs veteran Keldon Johnson isn’t buying into the flopping narrative regarding Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. (via TYTALKS Podcast): “I tell people this: I don’t really feel like he plays the game to flop. I feel like he know the game. He studies the game. He knows how to score. He know […] The post Keldon Johnson: SGA doesn’t play the game to flop appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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Anthony Davis responds to Lionel Hollins’ LeBron James story

Former Los Angeles Lakers assistant coach Lionel Hollins has sparked debate after sharing a story about LeBron James and Anthony Davis during an appearance on SiriusXM’s “NBA Today.” Hollins recalled Davis arriving at the team’s weight room expecting to train alongside James after joining the Lakers. “I’ve got a story to tell you: We got […] The post Anthony Davis responds to Lionel Hollins’ LeBron James story appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Byron Scott unconvinced by LeBron James-led 76ers hype

The Philadelphia 76ers have become one of the NBA’s most talked-about teams after adding LeBron James, but former Lakers star Byron Scott believes talent alone does not guarantee a championship. Speaking on his “Byron Scott’s Fast Break” podcast, Scott pointed to the 2003-04 Los Angeles Lakers as proof that assembling a star-studded roster does not […] The post Byron Scott unconvinced by LeBron James-led 76ers hype appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Hapoel Tel Aviv reunites with Tamir Blatt

Hapoel Tel Aviv has officially completed the signing of point guard Tamir Blatt, confirming the Israeli international as one of the club’s key offseason additions. The 29-year-old will remain in his home country after agreeing to a three-year contract with the EuroLeague club coached by Dimitris Itoudis, keeping him with Hapoel through the 2028-29 season. […] The post Hapoel Tel Aviv reunites with Tamir Blatt appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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Pelicans sign Caleb Houstan

Caleb Houstan has agreed to a one-year contract with the New Orleans Pelicans, according to HoopsHype. The 23-year-old forward will compete for the final spot on New Orleans’ regular-season roster after an impressive shooting campaign with the Atlanta Hawks, where he connected on 52.4% of his three-point attempts. Houstan will also reunite with head coach […] The post Pelicans sign Caleb Houstan appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Jonathan Kuminga’s free agency takes another unexpected turn

The Los Angeles Lakers remain the frontrunners to sign Jonathan Kuminga, but the Minnesota Timberwolves are emerging as a legitimate challenger for the free-agent forward. According to NBA insider Evan Sidery, Minnesota has become a “realistic option” as Kuminga’s prolonged free agency nears a resolution. “The Lakers are viewed as the favorites, but don’t rule […] The post Jonathan Kuminga’s free agency takes another unexpected turn appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Lakers face Heat competition for Klay Thompson

The Los Angeles Lakers could find themselves competing with the Miami Heat if Klay Thompson becomes available later this season. According to The Athletic’s Christian Clark, Miami is viewed as a potential landing spot for the veteran sharpshooter if he reaches the buyout market. The Heat are reportedly interested in using their remaining mid-level exception […] The post Lakers face Heat competition for Klay Thompson appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Valencia lands Armoni Brooks on loan

Valencia Basket has strengthened its backcourt ahead of the 2026-27 season by signing American shooting guard Armoni Brooks on a one-year loan from LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne. The move was announced Monday by Valencia, just one month after ASVEL signed Brooks to a two-year contract. Instead of making his debut in France, the 28-year-old will immediately […] The post Valencia lands Armoni Brooks on loan appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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Coach says men should be able to play in the WNBA

Clay Travis reacted to the idea about men potentially playing in the WNBA by jokingly proposing his own expansion franchise made up entirely of transgender players. WNBA coach says men should be able to play in the WNBA. Finally! Where is my franchise, @wnba? My team will be 100% trans. The Travis owned Nashville Balls […] The post Coach says men should be able to play in the WNBA appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Nemanja Nedovic closes door on Crvena Zvezda return

Nemanja Nedovic has spoken openly about his departure from Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade and shared his thoughts on Luca Vildoza’s controversial move across Belgrade this offseason during an appearance on the Kole Point Playbook podcast. The veteran guard left Zvezda for AS Monaco last summer despite having signed a two-year contract with the Serbian club […] The post Nemanja Nedovic closes door on Crvena Zvezda return appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Chris Bosh warns Victor Wembanyama after blood clot

Chris Bosh has urged Victor Wembanyama to take his recovery seriously after the San Antonio Spurs star was diagnosed with the same type of blood-clot condition that forced Bosh into an early retirement. Wembanyama’s 2024–25 season ended prematurely because of a blood clot, prompting concerns about his long-term health. Speaking with HoopsHype, Bosh emphasized that […] The post Chris Bosh warns Victor Wembanyama after blood clot appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Chris Bosh says pulmonary embolism nearly killed him

Chris Bosh has shared new details about the serious health emergency he suffered in January, revealing that he experienced another pulmonary embolism and believes he came close to losing his life. Speaking with HoopsHype, the Hall of Famer described the frightening incident, explaining that he collapsed in his bathroom and spent a week in the […] The post Chris Bosh says pulmonary embolism nearly killed him appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Patty Mills backs Tony Parker’s ASVEL project

Veteran guard Patty Mills is still expected to sign with LDLC ASVEL despite the financial problems that have disrupted the French club’s offseason plans, according to BeBasket. ASVEL recently slashed its projected budget from €59 million to approximately €24 million after failing to secure approval for a major investment partner. The financial setback has already […] The post Patty Mills backs Tony Parker’s ASVEL project appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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Inside Bennedict Mathurin’s restricted free agency as Bulls, Pelicans wait

Bennedict Mathurin remains one of the biggest unresolved names on the NBA free-agent market, with multiple teams monitoring his restricted free agency while the Los Angeles Clippers weigh whether to match an outside offer or pursue a sign-and-trade. According to Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson, the New Orleans Pelicans and Chicago Bulls have emerged as the […] The post Inside Bennedict Mathurin’s restricted free agency as Bulls, Pelicans wait appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Andres Nocioni questions LeBron James’ killer mentality

Former NBA forward Andres Nocioni believes LeBron James ranks among the greatest players in basketball history but does not possess the same “killer mentality” that defined Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant. Speaking with Leo Montero, Nocioni compared his experiences facing the three NBA legends and said Jordan and Bryant stood apart because of their relentless […] The post Andres Nocioni questions LeBron James’ killer mentality appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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Moses Moody targets September return

Moses Moody is targeting September for a return to running and on-court work as he continues recovering from the left patellar tendon tear that ended his 2025-26 season, according to Marcus Thompson II of The Athletic. Moody has been rehabbing in the Bay Area after suffering the injury on March 23 during the Warriors’ 137-131 […] The post Moses Moody targets September return appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Tech billionaire Nikesh Arora in talks to buy London NBA Europe team

American technology executive Nikesh Arora is in talks to purchase the London franchise in the NBA’s planned European league, according to a report by The Athletic, marking the latest significant development in the league’s ambitious expansion across Europe. According to The Athletic, Arora has assembled an investment group prepared to bid more than $1 billion […] The post Tech billionaire Nikesh Arora in talks to buy London NBA Europe team appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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Joe Johnson says Rockets should take chance on Russell Westbrook

Former NBA All-Star Joe Johnson believes the Houston Rockets should seriously consider reuniting Russell Westbrook with Kevin Durant, arguing the veteran point guard could provide valuable insurance behind Fred VanVleet as Houston pursues a championship. Speaking on the Nightcap show, Johnson said he would be willing to take a chance on signing Westbrook if he […] The post Joe Johnson says Rockets should take chance on Russell Westbrook appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Mike Bibby says 2002 Kings-Lakers series ‘was rigged’

Former Sacramento Kings point guard Mike Bibby believes the controversial 2002 Western Conference Finals against the Los Angeles Lakers was rigged, saying the outcome may have altered the trajectory of his NBA career. Appearing on the Nightcap show, Bibby was asked directly whether he thought the seven-game playoff series had been manipulated. “Hell yeah you […] The post Mike Bibby says 2002 Kings-Lakers series ‘was rigged’ appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Scout on Russell Westbrook: “I wouldn’t touch him in a million years”

Russell Westbrook remains one of the biggest names available on the NBA free-agent market, but at least one veteran NBA scout believes the former MVP would be a poor fit for the Miami Heat despite the team’s continued search for backcourt depth. In a conversation with Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel, an […] The post Scout on Russell Westbrook: “I wouldn’t touch him in a million years” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Kings not planning Zach LaVine buyout

The Sacramento Kings are not planning to buy out Zach LaVine’s contract despite renewed speculation surrounding the veteran guard’s future, according to a report from Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee. Instead, Sacramento expects LaVine to report for the 2026-27 season and play out the final year of his contract unless an unlikely trade materializes. […] The post Kings not planning Zach LaVine buyout appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Cayden Daughtry: “I’ve had people doubt me my whole life”

Here’s class of 2027 star point guard Cayden Daughtry sharing an important message for young hoopers. (via Baseline Banter): “Don’t let people’s doubts get in the way of how you work or how you play or what you do on the court or in life in general, cuz I’ve had people doubt me my whole […] The post Cayden Daughtry: “I’ve had people doubt me my whole life” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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Mavericks lock up Naji Marshall long-term

Dallas Mavericks forward Naji Marshall has secured his future with the franchise by agreeing to a three-year, $52.2 million contract extension, according to ESPN. The new agreement is fully guaranteed and will keep Marshall under contract in Dallas through the end of the 2029-30 season. Dallas Mavericks forward Naji Marshall has signed a three-year, $52.2 […] The post Mavericks lock up Naji Marshall long-term appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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Napoli lands former NBA guard Jahmi’us Ramsey

Napoli Basket has officially added Jahmi’us Ramsey to its roster for the 2026-27 season, per a team press release. The 25-year-old shooting guard from Arlington, Texas, arrives after an impressive first campaign in Europe. Before crossing the Atlantic, Ramsey built experience in both the NBA and NBA G League following a standout collegiate career at […] The post Napoli lands former NBA guard Jahmi’us Ramsey appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Partizan favorites to sign Lonnie Walker IV

Lonnie Walker IV appears to be nearing the end of his stint with Maccabi Tel Aviv, as both the player and the club are reportedly working toward a mutual separation, according to Tomer Givati of Israel Hayom. Among the teams interested in signing the 27-year-old guard, Partizan Belgrade is believed to be the frontrunner. Dubai […] The post Partizan favorites to sign Lonnie Walker IV appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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