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Natasha Cloud verbally assaults Enes Kanter Freedom
Enes Kanter Freedom was removed from Wintrust Arena following a verbal confrontation with Chicago Sky guard Natasha Cloud. The former NBA center was attending the game when the exchange took place, ultimately resulting in his ejection from the arena. The incident comes amid Freedom’s public criticism of the WNBA’s transgender inclusion policies. He has also […] The post Natasha Cloud verbally assaults Enes Kanter Freedom appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Payton Pritchard: We’ve got to tighten up some things/be better for the playoffs
Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard recently looked back at last season’s Eastern Conference First Round loss to the Philadelphia 76ers with CLNS Media’s Bobby Manning. (via Payton Pritchard on Jaylen Brown Trade, New Teammates, & More | Garden Report EXCLUSIVE Interview): “I mean, you just can’t let a team feel comfortable. In Game 5, we […] The post Payton Pritchard: We’ve got to tighten up some things/be better for the playoffs appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Bill Chisholm considers Celtics’ future arena options
Boston Celtics controlling governor Bill Chisholm believes the franchise needs an arena experience that better reflects the team’s status, although that does not necessarily mean building or owning a new venue. During an appearance on WEEI, Chisholm was asked whether the Celtics need their own arena. “No, but I do think we need to have […] The post Bill Chisholm considers Celtics’ future arena options appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Dennis Schroder plans eventual return to Braunschweig
Dennis Schroder is beginning to think about the final years of his playing career, saying he expects to remain in the NBA for another “two to four more years.” The 32-year-old guard has also considered what could come afterward. Despite questions about a possible return to Europe and the EuroLeague, Schroder would rather finish his […] The post Dennis Schroder plans eventual return to Braunschweig appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Partizan discusses Jabari Parker’s future amid absence
Partizan has appointed Vladimir Micov as director of basketball operations while Joan Penarroya’s squad begins preparations for the upcoming season at Belgrade Arena. Several players reported for the start of training, including Vanja Marinkovic, Joffrey Lauvergne, Alessandro Pajola, Luca Vildoza, Lamar Stevens, Derrick Willis, Kyle Allman and Kevarrius Hayes. Jabari Parker, however, was not present […] The post Partizan discusses Jabari Parker’s future amid absence appeared first on TalkBas...
Enes Kanter Freedom plans to attend WNBA game
Enes Kanter Freedom is planning to attend Sunday’s WNBA matchup between the Indiana Fever and Chicago Sky at Wintrust Arena, according to TMZ Sports. The former NBA center will be in attendance for the nationally televised game featuring Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham. Sources said Kanter is taking “major security measures” for his visit to […] The post Enes Kanter Freedom plans to attend WNBA game appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Julius Erving reacts to LeBron James-led Sixers superteam
Julius Erving likes the Philadelphia 76ers’ offseason moves but isn’t ready to consider them championship favorites. The Hall of Famer praised the team’s additions, including Jaylen Brown. “What I’ve been doing is just pretty much giving the deal a thumbs up. Jaylen Brown, deal, thumbs up,” Erving said. “They’re gonna be one of the most […] The post Julius Erving reacts to LeBron James-led Sixers superteam appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Michael Jordan jersey could fetch $100 million
Michael Jordan’s Game 3 jersey from the 1998 NBA Finals is going to auction, with owner Rob Gough predicting it could sell for $100 million. “I think this will be the first jersey to hit $100 million,” Gough said. Jordan wore the jersey when the Chicago Bulls defeated the Utah Jazz by 42 points, setting […] The post Michael Jordan jersey could fetch $100 million appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Pritchard sees Robinson filling Celtics’ rebounding need
Payton Pritchard believes Mitchell Robinson addresses a specific need for the Boston Celtics after the veteran center joined the team during the 2026 offseason. “I was his roommate when I was in college one time for USA,” Pritchard said, via HoopsHype. “I think he is going to be great for us. The things we need, […] The post Pritchard sees Robinson filling Celtics’ rebounding need appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Payton Pritchard reacts to Jaylen Brown’s Celtics exit
Payton Pritchard acknowledged the difficulty of losing Jaylen Brown but said the Boston Celtics are prepared to move forward after the franchise traded its longtime star to the Philadelphia 76ers. “You just used to seeing big things and think changes happen all the time,” Pritchard said, via HoopsHype. “It always sucks to see a brother […] The post Payton Pritchard reacts to Jaylen Brown’s Celtics exit appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Enes Kanter Freedom backs Sophie Cunningham’s stance
Former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom is urging parents and athletes to speak publicly about men’s participation in women’s sports. “This shouldn’t even be like a right or left issue. This should just be common sense,” Freedom said. He called on parents to defend their children when it comes to biological males sharing locker rooms, […] The post Enes Kanter Freedom backs Sophie Cunningham’s stance appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Sophie Cunningham debate sparks rival WNBA protests
Supporters and opponents of men’s inclusion in women’s sports held competing demonstrations outside Barclays Center before Saturday’s game between the New York Liberty and Indiana Fever. The rallies followed Sophie Cunningham’s recent comments about transgender athletes. Around 60 Cunningham supporters and more than 100 pro-trans demonstrators gathered outside the arena, with NYPD officers and barricades […] The post Sophie Cunningham debate sparks rival WNBA protests appeared first on TalkB...
Giannis Antetokounmpo promises Milwaukee return after Miami cycle
Giannis Antetokounmpo has not ruled out another chapter with the Milwaukee Bucks, saying he plans to return to the franchise after his current stint with the Miami Heat comes to an end. “It will always be in my heart, and, luckily, when I finish this cycle with Miami, which I don’t know when it will […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo promises Milwaukee return after Miami cycle appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Rich Paul says he protected Peyton Watson from playoff return
Rich Paul says he discouraged Peyton Watson from returning for the 2026 playoffs because the Denver Nuggets forward was still recovering from a Grade 2 left hamstring strain, even though Watson wanted to play. Speaking on his “Game Over” podcast with Max Kellerman, the Klutch Sports CEO said Watson needed protection from the pressure to […] The post Rich Paul says he protected Peyton Watson from playoff return appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Klay Thompson gave up $9.8M in Mavericks buyout to join Heat
Klay Thompson gave back roughly $9.8 million in his buyout agreement with the Dallas Mavericks and plans to join the Miami Heat once he clears waivers, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. The financial concession ends Thompson’s two-year stint in Dallas and positions the 36-year-old to join a Miami roster rebuilt around Giannis Antetokounmpo and […] The post Klay Thompson gave up $9.8M in Mavericks buyout to join Heat appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Darko Rajakovic calls Scottie Barnes his Michael Jordan
Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic offered extraordinary praise for Scottie Barnes in a recent interview, describing the 25-year-old All-Star as the player at the center of his coaching vision. “There’s no Phil Jackson without Michael Jordan. My Michael Jordan is Scottie Barnes,” Rajakovic said, via Omer Osman. The Raptors coach also called Barnes “a […] The post Darko Rajakovic calls Scottie Barnes his Michael Jordan appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Teams eye Luka Doncic if Lakers struggle
Luka Doncic has consistently expressed enthusiasm about his future with the Lakers, but other NBA teams are reportedly keeping an eye on the situation in Los Angeles. ESPN insider Tim MacMahon discussed Doncic’s future on “The Hoop Collective Podcast,” comparing the situation to the league-wide interest surrounding Nikola Jokic. “Just like Joker [Nikola Jokic] can […] The post Teams eye Luka Doncic if Lakers struggle appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Luka Doncic watches fan dive for Lakers shirt
Luka Doncic and the Lakers have received an enthusiastic welcome during their team trip to Slovenia. Los Angeles traveled to Doncic’s home country for a four-day minicamp designed to combine basketball preparation with team bonding. Nearly the entire roster made the trip, with rookie Cameron Carr the notable exception. During a boat ride through Ljubljana, […] The post Luka Doncic watches fan dive for Lakers shirt appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Josh Hart steals show at Karl-Anthony Towns’ wedding
Josh Hart apparently stole the show on the dance floor at Karl-Anthony Towns and Jordyn Woods’ wedding. Knicks teammate Jose Alvarado spoke to TMZ Sports at LAX after returning from the celebrity-filled celebration, which featured guests including Michael B. Jordan, Kylie Jenner, Timothée Chalamet and Ben Stiller. “Definitely different to be in that room, but […] The post Josh Hart steals show at Karl-Anthony Towns’ wedding appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Sylvain Francisco reveals Bulls opportunity before Panathinaikos
Sylvain Francisco has opened up about a complicated offseason that ultimately resulted in his move to Panathinaikos after opportunities in both the NBA and with ASVEL fell through. Speaking to L’Equipe, the French guard revealed that several NBA teams showed interest, including the Chicago Bulls, with some possibilities involving guaranteed two-year contracts. “Yes, in the […] The post Sylvain Francisco reveals Bulls opportunity before Panathinaikos appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Mario Hezonja’s 37 points lift Croatia past Turkey
Mario Hezonja produced a huge performance to lead Croatia past Turkey in a friendly tournament in Hamburg ahead of the next FIBA World Cup qualifying window. The Croatian forward finished with 37 points and decided the game himself, knocking down a step-back three-pointer with four seconds remaining to secure a 95-94 victory. Hezonja shot 11-of-17 […] The post Mario Hezonja’s 37 points lift Croatia past Turkey appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Heat eye another signing after Klay Thompson
The Miami Heat are expected to add Klay Thompson on a two-year, $13 million contract once he clears waivers Sunday following his buyout with the Dallas Mavericks. Miami plans to use part of its remaining Non-Taxpayer Mid-Level Exception to complete the signing. Thompson will become the Heat’s 13th player on a standard contract. That would […] The post Heat eye another signing after Klay Thompson appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Enes Kanter Freedom calls Sophie Cunningham ‘an American hero’
Former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom has praised WNBA star Sophie Cunningham for publicly speaking out on men competing in women’s sports. Freedom described Cunningham as “an American hero” and said her position has attracted support from people around the world. According to Freedom, Cunningham’s willingness to express her views has also encouraged others to […] The post Enes Kanter Freedom calls Sophie Cunningham ‘an American hero’ appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Lakers legends react to Buss family turmoil
The Lakers could soon enter a new era without the Buss family, something several franchise legends once found difficult to imagine. Mark Walter is set to sell his controlling stake to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger in a deal valuing the Lakers at $12.5 billion. Meanwhile, five Buss siblings have voted to sell the family’s […] The post Lakers legends react to Buss family turmoil appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Lakers search continues after Klay Thompson move
Klay Thompson is heading to Miami rather than Los Angeles, removing one possible target from the Lakers’ offseason plans. The veteran guard agreed to leave the Mavericks through a buyout before committing to a two-year contract worth nearly $13 million with the Heat. Los Angeles had been mentioned as a possible destination for Thompson, whose […] The post Lakers search continues after Klay Thompson move appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
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