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Liam McNeeley, Ryan Kalkbrenner impress Hornets coaches
The Charlotte Hornets weren’t only evaluating their incoming rookies during NBA Summer League – they were also closely monitoring the progress of last year’s draft class. According to The Charlotte Observer, the coaching staff assigned specific development goals to Liam McNeeley, Sion James and Ryan Kalkbrenner throughout the team’s five games in Las Vegas. McNeeley […] The post Liam McNeeley, Ryan Kalkbrenner impress Hornets coaches appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Yaxel Lendeborg reacts to Draymond Green’s rookie warning
Yaxel Lendeborg admitted he was caught off guard after hearing Draymond Green suggest he planned to keep the Warriors rookie in check. Speaking with Ron Kroichick of The San Francisco Chronicle, Lendeborg reacted to comments Green made on his podcast, where the veteran forward joked that he wanted to “rein in the rookie a little […] The post Yaxel Lendeborg reacts to Draymond Green’s rookie warning appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Yaxel Lendeborg evaluates Summer League performance
Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg believes he still has plenty of room to improve despite an encouraging showing during NBA Summer League. Selected with the 11th overall pick in June’s draft, the former Michigan forward impressed across both the California Classic and Las Vegas Summer League, averaging 13.8 points, 6.7 rebounds, 4.5 assists and […] The post Yaxel Lendeborg evaluates Summer League performance appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Fred VanVleet sends bold championship message ahead of return
Fred VanVleet believes the Houston Rockets have everything needed to compete for an NBA championship next season. After missing the entire 2025-26 campaign because of a torn ACL and meniscus, the veteran guard is preparing for his return and is optimistic about both his health and Houston’s future. The former NBA champion recently exercised his […] The post Fred VanVleet sends bold championship message ahead of return appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Fred VanVleet opens up on difficult injury recovery
Fred VanVleet has revealed just how challenging the past year has been after missing the entire 2025-26 NBA season with a torn ACL and meniscus. Speaking with Erik Horne of Andscape during NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, the Houston Rockets guard admitted the last “nine or 10 months” have tested both his patience and […] The post Fred VanVleet opens up on difficult injury recovery appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Barcelona target Olek Balcerowski in advanced negotiations
Barcelona appear to be closing in on another addition to their frontcourt ahead of the new season. According to Diario SUR, the Catalan club is in advanced talks with Unicaja over the signing of Polish center Olek Balcerowski, with an agreement between the two sides believed to be nearing completion. Barcelona are searching for reinforcements […] The post Barcelona target Olek Balcerowski in advanced negotiations appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Shane Larkin breaks silence on Fenerbahçe transfer
Shane Larkin has opened up about the reasons behind his decision to leave Anadolu Efes for Fenerbahçe, insisting that money was never the driving force behind the move. Speaking in a teaser for the upcoming Off the Recourt program, the veteran guard made it clear that his priority was cementing his legacy rather than securing […] The post Shane Larkin breaks silence on Fenerbahçe transfer appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Partizan signs Kevarrius Hayes
Partizan has completed its first signing of the 2026 offseason, officially announcing the arrival of experienced center Kevarrius Hayes. The 29-year-old joins the Belgrade club after spending the 2025-26 campaign with AS Monaco. Over the course of his European career, Hayes has also represented Žalgiris Kaunas, Bursaspor, LDLC ASVEL and Paris Basketball, building an impressive […] The post Partizan signs Kevarrius Hayes appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Giannis says Heat title could put him in GOAT conversation
Giannis Antetokounmpo believes winning a championship with the Miami Heat could eventually move him into the greatest player of all time discussion, but the two-time MVP said he is not there yet. “The GOAT conversation? No, no, not yet. But if we get the job done here, maybe in a few years I’ll be,” Giannis […] The post Giannis says Heat title could put him in GOAT conversation appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Dennis Rodman says LeBron James would be easy to guard
Dennis Rodman believes his defensive approach would have limited LeBron James, arguing that James’ size advantage would not have been enough to overcome Rodman’s physical style and defensive instincts. “Only thing he has on me is his size, he’s 6’10, I’m 6’6, but that don’t mean anything,” Rodman said during Fanatics Fest. “I’ll make him […] The post Dennis Rodman says LeBron James would be easy to guard appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Michael Porter Jr. believes Nets are building “something special”
Michael Porter Jr. entered Brooklyn as a proven champion, but with a very different responsibility than the one he held in Denver. After becoming the veteran leader on the NBA’s youngest roster, Porter believes the Nets are developing something meaningful. “Being in Denver, being one of the younger guys, a part of established culture and […] The post Michael Porter Jr. believes Nets are building “something special” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Anthony Edwards reacts to Wolves being on LeBron James’ shortlist
Anthony Edwards addressed the Minnesota Timberwolves being included among LeBron James’ potential destinations, but the franchise star admitted he does not believe the team is currently among James’ top choices. “I have nothing to say about it because I’ve seen his top three teams, we’re not in it,” Edwards said when asked about Minnesota being […] The post Anthony Edwards reacts to Wolves being on LeBron James’ shortlist appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jalen Brunson says he didn’t recruit LeBron James to Knicks
Jalen Brunson made it clear he has not been involved in trying to recruit LeBron James to the New York Knicks, distancing himself from the speculation surrounding the four-time NBA champion’s free agency. Asked whether he had pitched James on joining the defending NBA champions, Brunson dismissed the idea. “My job is to put the […] The post Jalen Brunson says he didn’t recruit LeBron James to Knicks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Trae Young tears Jalen Brunson jersey
Trae Young added another chapter to his long-running rivalry with Jalen Brunson, with Young playfully tearing Brunson’s New York Knicks jersey during an appearance at Fanatics Fest. The moment quickly circulated across social media, drawing reactions from fans who have followed the competitive history between the two All-Star point guards. While the exchange was lighthearted, […] The post Trae Young tears Jalen Brunson jersey appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Mavericks retain Moussa Cisse
According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Cisse agreed to a two-year, $4.7 million offer sheet with the Knicks earlier in the day. The contract included a first year that was half guaranteed and a non-guaranteed second year for the 2027-28 season. Dallas then matched the offer before the NBA’s 48-hour deadline, ensuring the 6-foot-11 center remains […] The post Mavericks retain Moussa Cisse appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kevin Durant snubs Lionel Messi at Fanatics Fest
Kevin Durant shared an awkward moment with Argentina’s national soccer team during Fanatics Fest in New York. The former NBA Finals MVP walked onto the stage, passed by Lionel Messi and the rest of Argentina’s squad without greeting them, and took the microphone from Tom Brady. He then acknowledged the other guests, including comedian Kevin […] The post Kevin Durant snubs Lionel Messi at Fanatics Fest appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
LeBron James opens up about family-life balance
LeBron James has spent more than two decades balancing the demands of an NBA career with life as a husband and father, and he recently opened up about how he manages it all. During Fanatics Fest for the second straight year, James sat down with young reporter Jazlyn Guerra of Jazzy’s World TV, who asked […] The post LeBron James opens up about family-life balance appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Emanuel Sharp: I could’ve been picked earlier, but I might not be in this situation
Here’s 2026 No. 45 pick Emanuel Sharp explaining why falling later in the draft to the Sacramento Kings ended up being a perfect fit. (via Sactown Sports 1140): Brenden Nunes: “When it came to draft process, I think a lot of people thought that you would go a little bit earlier. I’m curious, did you […] The post Emanuel Sharp: I could’ve been picked earlier, but I might not be in this situation appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
All eyes remain on LeBron James’ future decision
LeBron James’ future continues to dominate the NBA offseason. With the four-time champion yet to decide where he will play next season, speculation around the league continues to grow. The situation has even drawn comparisons to 2010, when James’ free agency kept the basketball world waiting before he joined the Miami Heat to form the […] The post All eyes remain on LeBron James’ future decision appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Moussa Cisse could join New York in 48 hours
Restricted free agent Moussa Cisse has agreed to a two-year contract offer sheet with the New York Knicks, sources tell ESPN. His salary is half guaranteed in the first year and 2027-28 is non-guaranteed. The Dallas Mavericks have 48 hours to match or not. The Mavericks now have two days to decide whether to match […] The post Moussa Cisse could join New York in 48 hours appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jose Alvarado reflects on Knicks title
Knicks guard Jose Alvarado is still enjoying the celebration after helping deliver an NBA championship to New York, but he says the biggest reward is showing young people from the city that they can achieve their dreams. Raised in the Roberto Clemente Houses in Williamsburg, the Brooklyn native said being the only New Yorker on […] The post Jose Alvarado reflects on Knicks title appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
NBPA open to wearable technology to improve player health
Player health is expected to become one of the NBA Players Association’s biggest priorities under executive director David Kelly. After a wave of Achilles injuries during the 2024-25 season, Kelly said the union wants more research into injury prevention and is open to reconsidering the league’s ban on in-game wearable technology. He emphasized, however, that […] The post NBPA open to wearable technology to improve player health appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
David Kelly says NBPA is prepared to ‘fight’ for players
NBPA chief David Kelly says the National Basketball Players Association will not hesitate to publicly challenge the NBA when necessary. Kelly officially became executive director on July 1 after serving as the union’s choice to replace interim leader Andre Iguodala. Under his leadership, the NBPA has already taken stronger public positions on issues including the […] The post David Kelly says NBPA is prepared to ‘fight’ for players appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
David Kelly argues second apron is costing the NBA money
NBPA executive director David Kelly believes the NBA’s second apron is doing more harm than good financially. While the current CBA guarantees players between 49 and 51 percent of basketball-related income, Kelly argued that limiting team spending also limits the league’s overall growth. Only the Oklahoma City Thunder currently project to exceed next season’s second-apron […] The post David Kelly argues second apron is costing the NBA money appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
NBPA chief says NBA’s second apron ‘has gone too far’
New NBPA executive director David Kelly believes the NBA’s second apron has become overly restrictive and wants changes made in the next round of labor negotiations. Speaking with The Athletic on July 10, Kelly joined union president Fred VanVleet in criticizing the salary-cap mechanism, arguing that it now hurts players, fans and even teams. “It’s […] The post NBPA chief says NBA’s second apron ‘has gone too far’ appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
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