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Walker Kessler: “Luka doesn’t get enough credit for his defense”

Los Angeles Lakers center Walker Kessler praised Luka Doncic’s defensive impact after the guard recorded 45 points, 15 rebounds, six assists and five steals in Sunday’s 131-125 victory over the Toronto Raptors. The post Walker Kessler: “Luka doesn’t get enough credit for his defense” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

JJ Redick highlights Luka Doncic’s defensive transformation

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick praised Luka Doncic’s defensive commitment and offensive influence after the Slovenian star recorded 45 points, 15 rebounds, six assists and five steals in Sunday’s 131-125 win over the Toronto Raptors. The post JJ Redick highlights Luka Doncic’s defensive transformation appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Luka Doncic erupts with 45 points as Lakers hold off Raptors

Luka Doncic recorded 45 points, 15 rebounds, six assists and five steals to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 131-125 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday night at Crypto.com Arena. The post Luka Doncic erupts with 45 points as Lakers hold off Raptors appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Yaxel Lendeborg erupts for 37 as Warriors beat Clippers

Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg scored a career-high 37 points as the Golden State Warriors defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 124-112 on Sunday night at Chase Center, extending their winning streak to four games. The post Yaxel Lendeborg erupts for 37 as Warriors beat Clippers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Domantas Sabonis expected to leave Kings by 2027 offseason

Domantas Sabonis is expected to be traded by the Sacramento Kings, either before the February trade deadline or during the 2027 offseason, according to Sean Deveney of Heavy.com. The post Domantas Sabonis expected to leave Kings by 2027 offseason appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Kyrie Irving expected to headline NBA trade market

Kyrie Irving is expected to be the most in-demand player at the NBA trade deadline, with Detroit among the teams identified as a potential suitor, according to Chris Mannix. The post Kyrie Irving expected to headline NBA trade market appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Hawks to exercise Asa Newell’s $3.56 million option for 2027-28

The Atlanta Hawks will exercise their rookie-scale team option on Asa Newell for the 2027-28 season, worth $3.56 million, Michael Scotto reported on Sunday, November 1. The post Hawks to exercise Asa Newell’s $3.56 million option for 2027-28 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Isaiah Stewart: Tuomas is the first NBA coach to push me offensively

Memphis Grizzlies big man Isaiah Stewart talked about the confidence/freedom that head coach Tuomas Iisalo has given him on the offensive end after Saturday’s 136-105 home win vs. the Sacramento Kings (24 points/4 rebounds/zero turnovers/8-9 FG/2-3 3-PT/6-6 FT/+5 +/- in 21 minutes off the bench). The post Isaiah Stewart: Tuomas is the first NBA coach to push me offensively appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Jaylen Brown surprises Daniel Radcliffe with Slytherin allegiance

Jaylen Brown revealed that he identifies with Slytherin from the Harry Potter series, surprising actor Daniel Radcliffe with his choice and explaining why he believes the Hogwarts house is unfairly associated with evil. The post Jaylen Brown surprises Daniel Radcliffe with Slytherin allegiance appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Josh Smith links Kevin McHale firing to James Harden

Former NBA forward Josh Smith believes Kevin McHale's decision to bench James Harden during the Houston Rockets' comeback against the Los Angeles Clippers in the 2015 playoffs contributed to the coach's dismissal the following season. The post Josh Smith links Kevin McHale firing to James Harden appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Caleb Wilson dreams of earning Bulls statue

Chicago Bulls forward Caleb Wilson has set ambitious goals for his NBA career, revealing that he regularly watches Michael Jordan's documentary "The Last Dance" and hopes to eventually earn a statue outside the team's arena. The post Caleb Wilson dreams of earning Bulls statue appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Charles Barkley and Ernie Johnson were ready to retire last year

NBA legend Charles Barkley revealed that he and longtime colleague Ernie Johnson were considering retirement after last season, but the opportunity to preserve hundreds of jobs convinced them to continue working on Inside the NBA. The post Charles Barkley and Ernie Johnson were ready to retire last year appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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CJ Miles explains why D-League allowance embarrassed him

Former NBA guard CJ Miles recalled an uncomfortable experience during his time in the NBA Development League, revealing that his daily allowance was larger than the combined amount received by his teammates. The post CJ Miles explains why D-League allowance embarrassed him appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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Cooper Flagg discusses unexpected responsibilities in Dallas

Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg admitted that injuries to key teammates forced him to take on a larger role than he initially anticipated, but he believes the additional responsibilities have accelerated his development. The post Cooper Flagg discusses unexpected responsibilities in Dallas appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Glen Davis opens up about Gilbert Arenas’ mockery

Former NBA champion Glen “Big Baby” Davis reflected on the personal struggles he overcame to reach the NBA and expressed his disappointment over being mocked by Gilbert Arenas, a former player he once admired. The post Glen Davis opens up about Gilbert Arenas’ mockery appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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Cooper Flagg hopes to follow Dirk Nowitzki’s legacy

Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg has expressed his desire to spend his entire NBA career with the franchise, hoping to establish a lasting connection with the city similar to the one Dirk Nowitzki built during his legendary career. The post Cooper Flagg hopes to follow Dirk Nowitzki’s legacy appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Victor Wembanyama reveals how he is developing his go-to moves

Victor Wembanyama said pattern recognition and his growing understanding of the game have helped him become more comfortable offensively after scoring 43 points in the San Antonio Spurs’ 121-111 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday. The post Victor Wembanyama reveals how he is developing his go-to moves appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Mitch Johnson highlights what makes Victor Wembanyama unstoppable

San Antonio Spurs head coach Mitch Johnson credited the team’s collective play for Victor Wembanyama’s recent scoring surge after the center recorded 43 points, seven rebounds and six blocks in Saturday’s 121-111 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. The post Mitch Johnson highlights what makes Victor Wembanyama unstoppable appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Mario Hezonja praises Mobley and Allen’s impact on Cavs offense

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Mario Hezonja credited the team’s commitment to its offensive identity and the intelligence of Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen after Saturday’s 136-111 win over the Milwaukee Bucks. The post Mario Hezonja praises Mobley and Allen’s impact on Cavs offense appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Kenny Atkinson on Cavaliers’ 41 assists against Bucks

Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson praised his team’s ball movement, inside-out offense and four-quarter execution after a 136-111 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Saturday, October 31. The post Kenny Atkinson on Cavaliers’ 41 assists against Bucks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Tuomas Iisalo explains Grizzlies’ 6-0 start and team culture

Memphis Grizzlies head coach Tuomas Iisalo credited the team’s unselfishness and preparation after Saturday’s 136-105 win over the Sacramento Kings, which kept Memphis unbeaten at 6-0. The post Tuomas Iisalo explains Grizzlies’ 6-0 start and team culture appeared first on TalkBasket.net .