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Tyrese Haliburton says he’s fully healthy
Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton says he is fully healthy and expects to be ready when the new NBA season begins. Speaking at the Pacers Foundation charity softball game, Haliburton expressed confidence in his physical condition and said he has already returned to playing regularly. “I am telling you I’m going to be healthy right […] The post Tyrese Haliburton says he’s fully healthy appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Patrick Beverley signs with French club Boulazac
NBA veteran Patrick Beverley will remain overseas next season after signing with French club Boulazac Basket Dordogne. The team officially announced the move Friday morning following reports earlier in the week that a deal was being discussed. The upcoming campaign will mark Beverley’s third straight season outside the NBA. The veteran guard spent the previous […] The post Patrick Beverley signs with French club Boulazac appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Bulls hire Jordan Brink
The Chicago Bulls are adding Jordan Brink to their coaching staff as Assistant Coach and Director of Player Development, according to HoopsHype. Brink arrives in Chicago after winning an NBA championship with the New York Knicks, where he served as an assistant coach under Mike Brown. Before joining the Knicks, Brink worked as an assistant […] The post Bulls hire Jordan Brink appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
FBI seized Mark Walter’s devices before Lakers sale
Federal investigators reportedly seized billionaire Mark Walter’s phone and laptop last year as part of a probe into businesses within his financial empire, months before his agreement to sell the Los Angeles Lakers for $12.5 billion. According to the Financial Times, FBI agents seized Walter’s devices in September. Guggenheim Investments President Dina DiLorenzo reportedly had […] The post FBI seized Mark Walter’s devices before Lakers sale appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Luka Doncic faces more uncertainty with Lakers
Luka Doncic arrived in Los Angeles expecting to join one of the NBA’s most stable and successful franchises, but his time with the Lakers has already included significant change. The Lakers have gone through two ownership transitions in just 14 months. The Buss family agreed to sell control to Mark Walter in June 2025, and […] The post Luka Doncic faces more uncertainty with Lakers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Luka Doncic prepares to meet Lakers owners
The Los Angeles Lakers are preparing for another ownership change after Mark Walter agreed to sell his majority stake to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner for $12.5 billion. Iger confirmed that the new owners intend to honor the agreement keeping Jeanie Buss as team Governor for the next several years, although he added that “if […] The post Luka Doncic prepares to meet Lakers owners appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Warriors face demanding schedule with Steph Curry spotlighted
The Golden State Warriors’ full 2026-27 regular-season schedule is set, with Stephen Curry and company facing another demanding year that includes extensive travel and several major national TV matchups. Golden State will open the season on Oct. 21 against Luka Doncic and the Lakers in Los Angeles. It will mark the second consecutive year and […] The post Warriors face demanding schedule with Steph Curry spotlighted appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Klay Thompson: “I want to compete for a championship”
Klay Thompson has made his priority clear entering the final season of his contract with the Dallas Mavericks: he wants an opportunity to compete deep into the playoffs. “I want to compete for a championship, not necessarily win one, but just have the chance to go and try and get another one,” Thompson said. “I […] The post Klay Thompson: “I want to compete for a championship” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Real Madrid signs Max Shulga
Real Madrid has signed guard Max Shulga to a two-year contract that runs through the end of the 2027-28 season, the club announced Friday. Shulga joins the Spanish powerhouse after spending the 2025-26 season with the Boston Celtics and their G League affiliate, the Maine Celtics. The 24-year-old shooting guard was selected No. 57 overall […] The post Real Madrid signs Max Shulga appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
James Harden waits as Cavaliers explore wing upgrades
James Harden remains focused on re-signing with the Cleveland Cavaliers while the franchise explores additional wing help before finalizing his next contract, according to Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson. The sides are primarily discussing whether Harden’s new deal will cover two or three years and the final financial terms. Harden declined his $42.3 million player option […] The post James Harden waits as Cavaliers explore wing upgrades appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Dusty May explains why he left Michigan for Mavericks
Dusty May’s decision to leave Michigan for the Dallas Mavericks came down to a growing frustration with the demands of college basketball and an opportunity to focus more directly on coaching, according to The Athletic’s CJ Moore. May told Moore that Mavericks general manager Mike Schmitz initially contacted him on May 24 to discuss Michigan’s […] The post Dusty May explains why he left Michigan for Mavericks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kevin Garnett jersey retirement date revealed
The Minnesota Timberwolves are expected to retire Kevin Garnett’s No. 21 jersey on February 28, 2027, according to Dane Moore. The ceremony is reportedly scheduled for the night Minnesota hosts Garnett’s former team, the Boston Celtics, at Target Center. Garnett spent 14 seasons with Minnesota after the Timberwolves selected him fifth overall in the 1995 […] The post Kevin Garnett jersey retirement date revealed appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Draymond Green criticizes fans after Russell Westbrook retires
Draymond Green criticized basketball fans for celebrating Russell Westbrook’s career after spending much of the former MVP’s final years criticizing his game. Green made the comments on The Draymond Green Show after Westbrook announced his retirement from the NBA on Aug. 12. “Basketball fans suck,” Green said. “And by the way, I am a basketball […] The post Draymond Green criticizes fans after Russell Westbrook retires appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Olympiacos lands Mbaye Ndiaye from ASVEL
Olympiacos Piraeus has strengthened its frontline by signing Mbaye Ndiaye from LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne on a two-year contract. The move adds a 2.04-meter defensive big to the reigning EuroLeague champion after the departure of forward Alec Peters in free agency. Ndiaye, 27, spent the past three seasons with ASVEL and appeared in 68 EuroLeague games. […] The post Olympiacos lands Mbaye Ndiaye from ASVEL appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Amar’e Stoudemire says NBA lacks true point guards
Amar’e Stoudemire believes the NBA has moved away from the traditional pass-first point guard, saying he does not see a current player he would want to play alongside in that role. “For me, you know, as a big sometimes you rely on that ball coming to you,” Stoudemire said. “You can’t just grab the rebound […] The post Amar’e Stoudemire says NBA lacks true point guards appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kendrick Perkins questions Cavaliers’ LeBron James decision
Kendrick Perkins questioned how the Cleveland Cavaliers failed to land LeBron James after the four-time MVP reportedly met with the franchise during his time in Akron this offseason. On the “Road Trippin’ Show,” Perkins argued that Cleveland’s unwillingness to make a larger roster move may have cost the organization an opportunity to reunite James with […] The post Kendrick Perkins questions Cavaliers’ LeBron James decision appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kevin Durant reflects on Russell Westbrook’s 18-year career
Kevin Durant paid tribute to Russell Westbrook after his former Oklahoma City Thunder teammate retired from the NBA following an 18-year career. Durant recalled Westbrook’s preparation, competitiveness and influence while describing him as a player who led more through his actions than his words. Durant shared a story about Westbrook’s training habits, explaining that he […] The post Kevin Durant reflects on Russell Westbrook’s 18-year career appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jaylen Brown focused on making Sixers’ new core work
Jaylen Brown is entering his first season with the Philadelphia 76ers after a blockbuster offseason trade from Boston, and he is already focused on the work required to make the team’s new core function. Brown said the process begins well before the regular season, with practices and film sessions providing the foundation for Philadelphia’s championship […] The post Jaylen Brown focused on making Sixers’ new core work appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Lakers remain national TV draw without LeBron James
The Los Angeles Lakers are preparing for their first season without LeBron James since 2017-18, but the NBA still considers the Luka Doncic-led franchise one of its biggest national attractions. The Lakers will appear in 34 nationally televised games during the 2026-27 season, tied for the league lead with the Knicks, Spurs and 76ers. Los […] The post Lakers remain national TV draw without LeBron James appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kendrick Perkins declares Lakers ‘championship or bust’ team
Kendrick Perkins believes the Los Angeles Lakers should approach the 2026-27 season with championship expectations, although he remains concerned about the roster surrounding Luka Doncic. Speaking on ESPN’s NBA Today, Perkins pointed to Doncic and the Lakers’ offensive talent as reasons they should remain competitive. “They still have one of the best offensive players in […] The post Kendrick Perkins declares Lakers ‘championship or bust’ team appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Draymond Green questions salary cap amid Kawhi Leonard scandal
Draymond Green believes the NBA should reconsider its salary-cap system as the league investigates alleged cap circumvention involving Kawhi Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers. Speaking on The Draymond Green Show, the Warriors veteran argued that if violations result in only minor consequences, other teams and players would have little reason not to pursue similar […] The post Draymond Green questions salary cap amid Kawhi Leonard scandal appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Bradley Beal returns to Clippers
Bradley Beal has agreed to return to the Los Angeles Clippers on a two-year, $13.2 million contract, according to Mark Bartelstein of Priority Sports. The deal includes a player option for the second season. Beal entered free agency after declining his $5.6 million player option, a move that also provided the Clippers with additional financial […] The post Bradley Beal returns to Clippers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Josh Kushner must sell Heat stake before Lakers purchase
Josh Kushner will have to sell his minority stake in the Miami Heat before he can complete his purchase of the Los Angeles Lakers, according to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst. The ownership issue could delay the Lakers transaction because Miami’s ownership structure is closely held and Heat shares are rarely available. “The Heat don’t sell shares […] The post Josh Kushner must sell Heat stake before Lakers purchase appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Stephen A. Smith predicts Rob Pelinka’s Lakers exit
Stephen A. Smith believes Rob Pelinka’s tenure running basketball operations for the Los Angeles Lakers could end after Josh Kushner and Bob Iger take control of the franchise. Smith also identified former Golden State Warriors president Bob Myers as the executive he would pursue to replace Pelinka. “I think Rob Pelinka will not be there […] The post Stephen A. Smith predicts Rob Pelinka’s Lakers exit appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The WNBA just betrayed the trans community
The WNBA has pushed back against what it called “bad-faith efforts” surrounding the debate over transgender women competing in the league after former NBA players Enes Kanter Freedom and Royce White claimed they were women and discussed entering the 2027 WNBA Draft. Following an anti-hate task force meeting Wednesday, a league spokesperson said there “are […] The post The WNBA just betrayed the trans community appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
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