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Cade Cunningham welcomes LeBron James back to East
Cade Cunningham expects the Detroit Pistons to face a more difficult Eastern Conference in 2026-27 after LeBron James and Jaylen Brown joined Philadelphia and Giannis Antetokounmpo moved to Miami. Cunningham welcomed the changes, saying the added competition is part of what makes the NBA exciting. “I like it, it’s fun. It’s fun for the game,” […] The post Cade Cunningham welcomes LeBron James back to East appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jalen Brunson reveals why he played through wrist injury
Jalen Brunson played through a left wrist injury during the New York Knicks’ run to the 2026 NBA championship, choosing to remain on the floor despite the issue. After the season, Brunson underwent surgery on the wrist following a postseason in which he played all 19 games and earned Finals MVP honors. Speaking on New […] The post Jalen Brunson reveals why he played through wrist injury appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Joe Dumars urges Zion Williamson to stay obsessed with basketball
New Orleans Pelicans executive Joe Dumars believes Zion Williamson’s approach this summer could be an important step toward reaching his potential. Dumars told Rod Walker of NOLA.com that Williamson has shown an increased commitment to his work, emphasizing that sustained obsession with basketball is necessary to become great in the NBA. “You can’t casually become […] The post Joe Dumars urges Zion Williamson to stay obsessed with basketball appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
James Harden contract talks with Cavaliers nearing resolution
James Harden and the Cleveland Cavaliers are moving closer to a new contract, with the two sides continuing to work through different structures before reaching an agreement. ESPN’s Marc J. Spears reported Monday on NBA Today that Cleveland expects a resolution soon after both sides have remained patient throughout the process. “The Cavaliers are working […] The post James Harden contract talks with Cavaliers nearing resolution appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Stephen A. Smith backs Sophie Cunningham as WNBA can’t define a woman
Stephen A. Smith has publicly backed Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham in the ongoing WNBA debate over the so-called transgender eligibility, arguing that the league office failed to establish clear rules and has allowed the issue to become increasingly politicized. Speaking on The Stephen A. Smith Show, Smith said Cunningham has his support for her […] The post Stephen A. Smith backs Sophie Cunningham as WNBA can’t define a woman appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Panathinaikos owner plans another Nikola Jokic pursuit
Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens owner Dimitris Giannakopoulos has revealed his ambitious goal of signing Nikola Jokic, saying he already made a serious attempt to bring the Denver Nuggets superstar to Greece. “There is one player who remains a dream of mine, whom I haven’t signed yet, but I will sign next year. It’s Jokic, the best […] The post Panathinaikos owner plans another Nikola Jokic pursuit appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Victor Wembanyama says a 100-point game is possible
Victor Wembanyama believes he has the ability to deliver one of the most remarkable scoring performances the NBA has ever seen. During a rapid-fire Q&A with French content creator Rookicks, the San Antonio Spurs star was asked whether he believes he could score more than 100 points in a single NBA game. “I agree, yeah,” […] The post Victor Wembanyama says a 100-point game is possible appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kawhi Leonard expects Raptors trade before camp
Kawhi Leonard reportedly remains confident that his proposed trade to the Toronto Raptors will be completed before training camp, even though the deal is still on hold while the NBA investigates the Los Angeles Clippers for alleged salary-cap circumvention. Toronto agreed to acquire Leonard on June 30 in a package that would send Brandon Ingram, […] The post Kawhi Leonard expects Raptors trade before camp appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Joe Dumars explains Pelicans’ quiet offseason approach
New Orleans Pelicans vice president of basketball operations Joe Dumars acknowledged the frustration surrounding the team’s quiet offseason, explaining that New Orleans simply didn’t find a deal worth making. “We were engaged in a lot of conversations with a lot of different teams,” Dumars said. “But at the end of the day, you’ve got to […] The post Joe Dumars explains Pelicans’ quiet offseason approach appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Lachlan Olbrich signs with Japan’s Alvark Tokyo
Former NBA player Lachlan Olbrich is continuing his career overseas after signing with Alvark Tokyo in Japan. Olbrich heads to the Japanese club after spending last season with the Chicago Bulls on a two-way contract. The Australian big man appeared in 37 NBA games, averaging 2.4 points and 3.0 rebounds in 9.3 minutes per contest. […] The post Lachlan Olbrich signs with Japan’s Alvark Tokyo appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jason Terry Weighs In On Jersey Retirement
Jason Terry opens up on what it would mean to see his No. 31 retired by the Dallas Mavericks, and former teammate Darrell Armstrong makes the case for why it should happen. The post Jason Terry Weighs In On Jersey Retirement appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Enes Kanter Freedom formally enters WNBA draft
Enes Kanter Freedom has formally submitted paperwork seeking entry into the 2027 WNBA Draft, arguing that he meets the league’s current eligibility requirements. The 34-year-old former NBA center revealed his signed letter Monday. “Please accept this formal document as my official written notification to the Women’s National Basketball Association of my voluntary decision to enter […] The post Enes Kanter Freedom formally enters WNBA draft appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Stephen Curry should join Celtics, says D’Angelo Russell
D’Angelo Russell believes Stephen Curry could benefit from a move to the Boston Celtics, arguing that the Golden State Warriors superstar needs more proven help around him late in his career. Russell specifically pointed to Boston’s veteran experience as a potential fit for Curry. “I would love to see Stephen Curry go to Boston,” Russell […] The post Stephen Curry should join Celtics, says D’Angelo Russell appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
De’Aaron Fox remains in Spurs’ long-term plans
The San Antonio Spurs remain committed to De’Aaron Fox despite his difficult finish to the 2026 NBA Finals, with team sources emphasizing the point guard’s importance to the franchise’s run to the championship series. Michael C. Wright of ESPN reported Monday that San Antonio’s decision between Fox and rookie Dylan Harper will ultimately be determined […] The post De’Aaron Fox remains in Spurs’ long-term plans appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Byron Scott questions LeBron James’ GOAT case
Byron Scott believes LeBron James’ movement between franchises should factor into the debate over the greatest player in NBA history. Speaking on Byron Scott’s Fast Break, Scott compared James with Michael Jordan and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, noting that both legends spent the vast majority of their careers with one organization. “Most of us judge LeBron based […] The post Byron Scott questions LeBron James’ GOAT case appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Nick Nurse excited about revamped Sixers roster
The Philadelphia 76ers reshaped their roster this offseason with several major additions as they prepare for the upcoming campaign. Philadelphia brought in veterans LeBron James, Jaylen Brown, Dean Wade, Anfernee Simons, Ariel Hukporti and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, while also adding rookie Labaron Philon Jr. through the draft. Those newcomers join a returning group led by Joel […] The post Nick Nurse excited about revamped Sixers roster appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
OG Anunoby says he’s over Finals heroics
OG Anunoby is ready to move forward from one of the most memorable moments of the Knicks’ championship run as he turns his attention toward the 2026-27 season. Anunoby played a major role in New York capturing its first NBA championship since 1973. His defining moment came in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, when […] The post OG Anunoby says he’s over Finals heroics appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Steph Curry, Steve Kerr honor Don Nelson
The NBA community is mourning Hall of Fame coach Don Nelson following his death Sunday, with several prominent Golden State Warriors figures paying tribute to his influence on basketball. Warriors head coach Steve Kerr described Nelson as an innovator whose unconventional ideas helped shape the modern NBA. “Don Nelson was a true innovator whose influence […] The post Steph Curry, Steve Kerr honor Don Nelson appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Dirk Nowitzki, Luka Doncic mourn Don Nelson
Dirk Nowitzki and Luka Doncic were among the basketball figures who paid tribute to legendary NBA coach Don Nelson following his death Sunday at age 86. Nelson, the second-winningest head coach in NBA history and an important figure in Dallas Mavericks history, had reportedly suffered a stroke several weeks earlier before entering hospice care. “On […] The post Dirk Nowitzki, Luka Doncic mourn Don Nelson appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Stephanie White defends DiJonai Carrington’s brutal assault
Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White defended DiJonai Carrington’s intentions following the hard foul on Sophie Cunningham that resulted in Carrington’s ejection during Saturday’s loss to Indiana. Carrington made contact with Cunningham around the neck from behind as the Fever guard attacked the basket in transition. Officials initially called a foul before upgrading it to […] The post Stephanie White defends DiJonai Carrington’s brutal assault appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Steph Curry credits Don Nelson for Warriors’ arrival
Stephen Curry paid tribute to legendary coach Don Nelson following his death at age 86, crediting him as an important reason he ended up with the Golden State Warriors. Curry entered the 2009 NBA Draft with questions surrounding his size, playmaking and durability, and six teams passed on him. Nelson, however, strongly believed in his […] The post Steph Curry credits Don Nelson for Warriors’ arrival appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Shaq says LeBron is ‘not on stage’ in Lakers history
Shaquille O’Neal believes LeBron James’ Lakers legacy is significant but falls short of the franchise’s most decorated stars because of his championship total. James won one title during his eight-season Lakers tenure, while the franchise’s leading championship winners collected multiple championships in Los Angeles. “The good thing for LeBron is he did win one. But […] The post Shaq says LeBron is ‘not on stage’ in Lakers history appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Ben Simmons has offer from Western Conference team
Free agent Ben Simmons is drawing interest from several NBA teams as he prepares for a potential return to the league, according to Marc J. Spears of ESPN. The 30-year-old is open to signing a minimum contract and has a non-guaranteed offer from a Western Conference team, according to sources cited by Spears. Simmons is […] The post Ben Simmons has offer from Western Conference team appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Clippers sign Yuki Kawamura
The Los Angeles Clippers have signed Yuki Kawamura to an Exhibit 10 contract, the team announced Sunday. The 25-year-old point guard returns to the NBA after spending the 2025-26 season with the Chicago Bulls and adds another ball-handler to a Clippers roster undergoing a major transition. Kawamura has appeared in 40 NBA games over two […] The post Clippers sign Yuki Kawamura appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kawhi Leonard sought impermissible benefits from Lakers
Kawhi Leonard’s 2019 free-agency process with the Los Angeles Lakers has resurfaced as part of the NBA’s investigation into potential salary-cap circumvention involving Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers. According to Dan Woike of The Athletic, multiple league sources said Leonard’s representatives, including his uncle Dennis Robertson, asked the Lakers for benefits that would have […] The post Kawhi Leonard sought impermissible benefits from Lakers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
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