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J.B. Bickerstaff calls out Pistons’ first-quarter problem
Detroit Pistons head coach J.B. Bickerstaff pointed to seven first-quarter turnovers and Los Angeles’ defensive pressure after his team fell 26 points behind in Sunday's 121-116 loss to the Lakers. The post J.B. Bickerstaff calls out Pistons’ first-quarter problem appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Walker Kessler: ‘Time, reps’ behind Lakers’ progress
Walker Kessler recorded 12 points and 16 rebounds in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 121-116 win over Detroit on Sunday, while explaining how he is growing into a bigger playmaking role. The post Walker Kessler: ‘Time, reps’ behind Lakers’ progress appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Austin Reaves calls 43-point Lakers night a ‘lucky’ performance
Austin Reaves scored a career-high 43 points in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 121-116 win over Detroit on Sunday, but joked that luck played a role in his shooting performance. The post Austin Reaves calls 43-point Lakers night a ‘lucky’ performance appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
JJ Redick says Lakers still have ‘a lot of room to grow’
Former sharpshooter JJ Redick notes that the Los Angeles Lakers still have significant defensive work ahead after a 121-116 win over the Detroit Pistons on Sunday. While the Lakers managed to hold off the comeback, the Pistons erased most of a 26‑point lead, highlighting lapses that Redick says the squad must address to compete at a higher level.
LeBron James addresses arrest: ‘My family is safe’
LeBron James scored a season-high 22 points for the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday, then discussed the team’s progress, Tyrese Maxey’s impact and his family’s safety. The post LeBron James addresses arrest: ‘My family is safe’ appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Nick Nurse praises Jabari Walker’s offensive rebounding
Nick Nurse praised Jabari Walker’s work on the offensive glass after the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Chicago Bulls 127-121 on Sunday, November 8. The post Nick Nurse praises Jabari Walker’s offensive rebounding appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Joe Mazzulla: ‘I don’t lose an ounce of sleep’
Joe Mazzulla explained why he continues to trust the Boston Celtics' players through difficult stretches, revealing the habits that would actually make him worry about someone. The post Joe Mazzulla: ‘I don’t lose an ounce of sleep’ appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jayson Tatum dodges Jaylen Brown reunion question
Jayson Tatum declined to say whether he wants to speak with Jaylen Brown when the Boston Celtics face the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday, keeping his attention on the game. The post Jayson Tatum dodges Jaylen Brown reunion question appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jaylen Brown: “Nothing to talk about” with Jayson Tatum
Jaylen Brown will face the Boston Celtics for the first time in a regular-season game Tuesday, but he has no plans to speak with former teammate Jayson Tatum before tipoff. The post Jaylen Brown: “Nothing to talk about” with Jayson Tatum appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Giannis leads Heat past Kings despite Acuff’s 32 points
Giannis Antetokounmpo powers the Miami Heat to a 114-108 win over the Sacramento Kings, posting 29 points, 14 rebounds, three assists, two blocks and two steals on 14‑for‑23 shooting. The victory comes despite rookie Darius Acuff Jr. scoring a team‑high 32 points for the Kings. The game took place Sunday, November 9, 2026, and highlights Antetokounmpo’s all‑around impact in a closely contested matchup.
Clippers end seven-game skid with 139-point rout
The Los Angeles Clippers snapped a seven-game losing streak with a 139-123 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday, setting season highs in points and field-goal percentage. The post Clippers end seven-game skid with 139-point rout appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Paul George leads Celtics’ comeback rout of Bucks
Paul George scored 27 points and Jayson Tatum added 21 as the Boston Celtics overcame an early 14-point deficit to beat the Milwaukee Bucks 117-97 on Sunday. The post Paul George leads Celtics’ comeback rout of Bucks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Timberwolves send Jazz to eighth straight loss
The Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Utah Jazz 115-100 on Sunday, extending their winning streak to four games and sending Utah to an eighth consecutive defeat. The post Timberwolves send Jazz to eighth straight loss appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Reaves drops 43 as Lakers survive Pistons 121-116
The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Detroit Pistons 121-116 behind Austin Reaves, who took over on Sunday night. The post Reaves drops 43 as Lakers survive Pistons 121-116 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Flagg lifts Mavericks to crush Nets 130-93
The Dallas Mavericks dethroned the Brooklyn Nets behind Cooper Flagg, who had his third straight double-double on Sunday night. The post Flagg lifts Mavericks to crush Nets 130-93 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
76ers’ new star duo leads the way in 127-121 win over Bulls
The Philadelphia 76ers outlasted the Chicago Bulls 127-121 to earn their best 11-game start at 9-2 on Sunday afternoon. The post 76ers’ new star duo leads the way in 127-121 win over Bulls appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Dennis Schroder suffers a left hamstring strain
Charlotte Hornets guard Dennis Schroder has been diagnosed with a left hamstring strain and will be sidelined for at least the next two weeks. The post Dennis Schroder suffers a left hamstring strain appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kon Knueppel sidelined with a hamstring injury
Charlotte Hornets star Kon Knueppel has suffered a left hamstring strain and will be re-evaluated in four weeks. The post Kon Knueppel sidelined with a hamstring injury appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Chicago gets Nic Claxton back against Sixers
Chicago Bulls center Nic Claxton is set to make his debut with the team on Sunday afternoon against the Philadelphia 76ers after recovering from a left hamstring injury. The post Chicago gets Nic Claxton back against Sixers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Thunder acquire Nique Clifford to strengthen wing depth
The Oklahoma City Thunder are adding Nique Clifford to their roster as they deal with injuries affecting their wing rotation. The post Thunder acquire Nique Clifford to strengthen wing depth appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kings trade Nique Clifford to Oklahoma City
The Sacramento Kings are trading forward Nique Clifford to the Oklahoma City Thunder in exchange for two second-round draft picks, according to ESPN. The post Kings trade Nique Clifford to Oklahoma City appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Klay Thompson calls for improved Heat defense
Miami Heat guard Klay Thompson said the team needs to improve its defense and ball movement ahead of its game against the Sacramento Kings. The post Klay Thompson calls for improved Heat defense appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Erik Spoelstra seeks stronger bond with Giannis Antetokounmpo
Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra says he is looking forward to building a stronger relationship with Giannis Antetokounmpo as the team continues adjusting to its new players. The post Erik Spoelstra seeks stronger bond with Giannis Antetokounmpo appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jalen Duren cleared to resume basketball activities
The Detroit Pistons announced that Jalen Duren has been cleared to begin on-court basketball activities following a right hamstring strain. The post Jalen Duren cleared to resume basketball activities appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kendall Gill calls leaving Hornets his biggest regret
Kendall Gill says leaving the Charlotte Hornets after his third NBA season remains one of his biggest career regrets, decades after the franchise became a 1990s cultural phenomenon. The post Kendall Gill calls leaving Hornets his biggest regret appeared first on TalkBasket.net .