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Tre Donaldson cites Heat culture for joining Miami
After going undrafted in last month’s NBA Draft, former University of Miami standout Tre Donaldson signed a two-way contract with the Miami Heat, giving him an opportunity to begin his professional career with the organization. Speaking on Thursday, the 6-foot-2 point guard explained that Miami’s winning environment and reputation for player development played a major […] The post Tre Donaldson cites Heat culture for joining Miami appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Simone Fontecchio explains decision to re-sign with Heat
Speaking with reporters during a Zoom call on Friday, veteran forward Simone Fontecchio discussed why he chose to remain with the Miami Heat, according to Barry Jackson of The Miami Herald. Although Fontecchio earned approximately $8.3 million last season, he decided to return on a one-year contract worth the veteran minimum. “I always wanted to […] The post Simone Fontecchio explains decision to re-sign with Heat appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Knicks weigh future of Diawara and Dadiet
Mohamed Diawara is expected to be one of the most closely watched players on the New York Knicks’ Summer League roster, according to Zach Braziller of The New York Post. The 2025 second-round pick recently agreed to a new four-year contract worth more than $10 million to remain with the Knicks, making his development a […] The post Knicks weigh future of Diawara and Dadiet appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Andre Drummond believes he can replace Mitchell Robinson
Speaking publicly for the first time since agreeing to sign with the New York Knicks, veteran center Andre Drummond shared his excitement about joining the defending NBA champions and contributing to a team with championship expectations. The player acknowledged the impact of Mitchell Robinson’s absence and believes he can help fill that void with his […] The post Andre Drummond believes he can replace Mitchell Robinson appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Timberwolves sign Trey Lyles
The Minnesota Timberwolves have agreed to a one-year contract with veteran forward Trey Lyles, bringing him back to the NBA after he spent last season playing for Real Madrid. Lyles returns to the league with plenty of NBA experience, having previously suited up for the Jazz, Nuggets, Spurs, Pistons, and Kings. Across his career, he […] The post Timberwolves sign Trey Lyles appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Cavaliers, Bucks interested in Jonathan Kuminga
The Cleveland Cavaliers and Milwaukee Bucks are among the teams that have expressed interest in Jonathan Kuminga this offseason, according to sources who spoke with Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. Cleveland is reportedly taking a patient approach in free agency, with the organization delaying additional offseason moves as it keeps open […] The post Cavaliers, Bucks interested in Jonathan Kuminga appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Lakers not expected to bring back Rui Hachimura
The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly exploring the possibility of adding veteran centers Kevon Looney and Jonas Valanciunas to strengthen their frontcourt this offseason, according to sources who spoke with Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. As free agency continues, Los Angeles is said to be prioritizing upgrades at two key positions, […] The post Lakers not expected to bring back Rui Hachimura appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Mario Chalmers predicts LeBron James’ next team
Mario Chalmers believes LeBron James is heading toward a familiar decision tree. The former Heat guard said he has a “gut feeling” James will sign with the Warriors, while also naming Miami as the other team he sees as a realistic landing spot. “I really think it’s between Golden State and Miami just by knowing […] The post Mario Chalmers predicts LeBron James’ next team appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Celtics rejected another Jaylen Brown offer before 76ers trade
The Boston Celtics had at least one other suitor for Jaylen Brown before the blockbuster trade with Philadelphia was finalized, according to Chris Mannix. Mannix said one “good team” made an offer for Brown and was “stunned” when the 76ers package was the one Boston accepted, largely because that club believed its own proposal was […] The post Celtics rejected another Jaylen Brown offer before 76ers trade appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
How to Watch the NBA and EuroLeague Without Cable in 2026: A Cord-Cutter’s Real Map
By Marcus Deloney The 2025-26 season broke the one thing cord-cutters had relied on for years: a simple map. For most of the last decade you could follow the NBA with a couple of subscriptions and roughly know where every game lived. That map is gone. National rights have been split three ways, the regional […] The post How to Watch the NBA and EuroLeague Without Cable in 2026: A Cord-Cutter’s Real Map appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Will Clyburn leaves Barcelona amid major roster overhaul
Will Clyburn has left Barcelona after the club activated the contract’s exit clause, ending his stint following a single season in which he remained one of the team’s most efficient scoring wings in EuroLeague competition. Barcelona confirmed the departure on Saturday, noting that Clyburn’s deal was terminated despite being valid through 2027. The forward arrived […] The post Will Clyburn leaves Barcelona amid major roster overhaul appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jean Montero exits Valencia
Jean Montero has left Valencia Basket after the full buyout clause in his contract was activated, ending a two-season spell in which the Dominican guard became one of Europe’s most decorated young players and a central figure in the club’s domestic and continental rise. Valencia confirmed the departure on Sunday, stating that Montero’s exit follows […] The post Jean Montero exits Valencia appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jock Landale nearly left NBA
Jock Landale said he considered stepping away from the NBA during the past year, revealing he was close to returning to overseas basketball before ultimately staying in the league and re-signing with the Atlanta Hawks on a new one-year, $14 million contract. Landale described how fatherhood shifted his perspective and how frustration with a limited […] The post Jock Landale nearly left NBA appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Bucks waive Pete Nance
The Milwaukee Bucks have waived forward Pete Nance, according to the NBA’s official transaction log (h/t Hoops Rumors). The move removes a rotation forward who appeared in 47 games during the 2025–26 season and had gradually carved out a consistent bench role. Nance averaged 5.4 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.0 assists in 15.7 minutes per […] The post Bucks waive Pete Nance appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Sam Cassell addresses Jaylen Brown trade and Paul George role
The Boston Celtics assistant coach Sam Cassell addressed the organization’s offseason shift following the trade of Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers, framing the move as part of the league’s transactional reality while emphasizing continuity in role definition for incoming star Paul George. Cassell’s comments came after Boston reshaped its roster by sending Brown to […] The post Sam Cassell addresses Jaylen Brown trade and Paul George role appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Cavaliers emerging as favorites to sign LeBron James
The race to sign LeBron James appears to have taken another significant turn, with the Cleveland Cavaliers increasingly viewed around the league as the team to beat. According to Marc Stein report on The Stein Line on Saturday, league sources believe momentum is building toward James finishing his career with the franchise that selected him […] The post Cavaliers emerging as favorites to sign LeBron James appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
I Tried Evoplay’s Basketball Slot to See If It Actually Feels Like Basketball
I went into Evoplay’s Basketball slot with one simple question: does it actually borrow anything meaningful from basketball, or does it just put a ball on the reels and call it a theme? That matters to basketball fans like us as we can usually spot lazy theming quickly. We know the difference between court energy […] The post I Tried Evoplay’s Basketball Slot to See If It Actually Feels Like Basketball appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Analyst: Hornets got rid of bad influences by trading Ball, Bridges
The Charlotte Hornets entered the 2026 offseason with a clear organizational direction, and comments from CBS Sports analyst Adam Finkelstein offered insight into how the franchise views its recent roster overhaul. Discussing Charlotte’s decision to trade away LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges, Finkelstein said the Hornets “cleaned up their locker room,” adding that the organization […] The post Analyst: Hornets got rid of bad influences by trading Ball, Bridges appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jazz add Trey Alexander
The Utah Jazz have agreed to sign guard Trey Alexander to a two-way contract, according to NBA insider Jake Fischer. The former Creighton standout has spent time with the Denver Nuggets and New Orleans Pelicans over the past two NBA seasons and now joins a Jazz organization continuing to invest in young talent following an […] The post Jazz add Trey Alexander appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Raptors sign Big 12 Player of the Year Jaden Bradley
The Toronto Raptors have added another young guard to their developmental pipeline, agreeing to a two-way contract with second-round pick Jaden Bradley. NBA insider Michael Scotto reported Saturday that Toronto reached the agreement with the No. 50 overall selection from the 2026 NBA Draft after the former Arizona standout earned Big 12 Player of the […] The post Raptors sign Big 12 Player of the Year Jaden Bradley appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Patrick Ewing joins Wizards
The Washington Wizards are adding one of basketball’s most recognizable Hall of Fame figures to their bench. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Georgetown and New York Knicks legend Patrick Ewing has agreed to become an assistant coach under head coach Brian Keefe, marking his return to an NBA coaching staff after spending recent years as […] The post Patrick Ewing joins Wizards appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Mavericks sign Sergio de Larrea to four-year deal
The Dallas Mavericks have locked up first-round pick Sergio de Larrea, signing the Spanish guard to a four-year, $16.3 million rookie contract. NBA insider Marc Stein reported Friday that the deal is worth the full 120% of the rookie scale, completing the signing of the No. 25 overall selection acquired from the Los Angeles Lakers […] The post Mavericks sign Sergio de Larrea to four-year deal appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Lakers bring back Chris Mañon
The Los Angeles Lakers have retained one of their top developmental defenders, re-signing guard Chris Mañon to a two-way contract, according to NBA insider Michael Scotto. The move keeps the 24-year-old in the organization after he split the 2025-26 season between the Lakers and the South Bay Lakers. Although Mañon’s NBA role was limited, he […] The post Lakers bring back Chris Mañon appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Legends of Comedy Basketball
Honoring the Pioneers Who Turned Basketball into Worldwide Entertainment The history of comedy basketball is a story of extraordinary athletic talent, laughter, and showmanship that has entertained millions of fans around the world for generations. These legendary performers transformed the game into a unique form of family entertainment by combining elite basketball skills with comedy, […] The post The Legends of Comedy Basketball appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Bucks add Kam Jones on two-way deal
The Milwaukee Bucks have added another young guard to their rebuilding roster, agreeing to sign Kam Jones to a two-way contract, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The move comes one day after Milwaukee reshaped its franchise by trading Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis to the Miami Heat in one of the biggest deals of the […] The post Bucks add Kam Jones on two-way deal appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
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