Jaelen House cut by Jazz after best 17.3-point G League year
The Utah Jazz waived Jaelen House on Thursday, three days into camp. The former Mountain West Defensive Player of the Year averaged 17.3 points in 2025-26.
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Stephen Curry Names The Toughest Defenders He’s Ever Faced
While Stephen Curry has faced several capable defenders over his career, only two earned the title of being considered the toughest opponents he's ever faced.
Rockets must not overpay for Kyrie Irving
Some NBA players develop a reputation that supersedes their actual on-court impact. Aging millennial fans will remember Nick Van Exel. Random example: it could have been Rod Strickland. Perhaps it should be Tracy McGrady, but let’s avoid that collective trauma. The memories are visceral. Van Exel was a joy. He was so talented, but never […]
Luka Doncic enters season in best shape since rookie year
Luka Doncic appears to be entering the 2026-27 NBA season in noticeably better physical condition, according to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst and Tim MacMahon. Speaking on The Hoop Collective, Windhorst reported that Doncic “might be in better shape this year than he was last year,” while MacMahon offered a comparison to the Slovenian star’s early NBA […] The post Luka Doncic enters season in best shape since rookie year appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Blazers face backlash after firing broadcaster over teenage social media posts
The Trail Blazers’ decision to fire newly hired television play-by-play broadcaster Braiden Bell isn’t exactly receiving universal applause. In fact, quite the opposite. Portland announced Thursday night that it would not move forward with Bell after old social media posts containing racist and misogynistic comments surfaced. Bell had been announced as the team’s new television […] The post Blazers face backlash after firing broadcaster over teenage social media posts appeared first on Hoops...
Dean Wade impressed by 76ers stars’ basketball IQ
Dean Wade has been impressed by the basketball IQ of his new Philadelphia 76ers teammates, particularly Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid, LeBron James and Jaylen Brown. Wade joined Philadelphia this offseason on a four-year, $38.7 million contract after spending the first seven seasons of his NBA career with the Cleveland Cavaliers. He is now part of […] The post Dean Wade impressed by 76ers stars’ basketball IQ appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Dreaming of a Buzz Saw: the Hornets 2025-2026 – Part Two
After a grim start, the Hornets gained full health in January for the first time in ages and a wonderful chemistry took hold. Relive the highs and lows of the second half of the season in Part Two. The post Dreaming of a Buzz Saw: the Hornets 2025-2026 – Part Two first appeared on At The Hive .
Warriors and Brandin Podziemski remain optimistic on extension
The Golden State Warriors and Brandin Podziemski remain engaged in contract extension talks, with both sides expressing optimism about reaching an agreement before the October 19 deadline. Anthony Slater reported that negotiations are ongoing, with the Warriors also weighing the importance of preserving future salary-cap flexibility. “They’re both sides are expressing optimism. They’re still talking. […] The post Warriors and Brandin Podziemski remain optimistic on extension appeared first o...
JJ Redick addresses Lakers player most likely to be moved
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick praised Dalton Knecht 's offseason work as the wing enters training camp with his roster situation still uncertain. Knecht has previously been identified as the Lakers' player most likely to be traded or waived as Los Angeles works to get down to the NBA's 15-player regular-season roster limit. "First of all, he's been a pro," Redick told reporters . "He's been in the gym and, like he has since day one, he's worked his butt off all offseason. He's had a ...
Adam Silver: “I did not know” Mark Walter was selling Lakers
NBA commissioner Adam Silver said he was surprised to learn that Los Angeles Lakers controlling owner Mark Walter was preparing to sell the franchise, with the deal ultimately setting a record $12.5 billion valuation. Speaking at Puck’s In The Arena conference on Thursday, October 1, Silver said the size of the transaction was not what […] The post Adam Silver: “I did not know” Mark Walter was selling Lakers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Two thumbs up on De’Anthony Melton’s offseason
Last season, De’Anthony Melton committed a career-high 1.9 turnovers per game, and made only 29.4 percent of his three-point attempts. You could say he was all thumbs. He may have a better grasp of his game in 2026-27 thanks to some offseason procedures. Melton was slowed last season by an injury to his right thumb […]
Victor Wembanyama says he’d never promote sports betting
Victor Wembanyama has made it clear that sports betting will not be part of his growing endorsement portfolio, saying he would not sign a deal with a betting company because of the influence athletes can have on fans. Wembanyama was asked about the possibility of partnering with a sports betting company, and his response was […] The post Victor Wembanyama says he’d never promote sports betting appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Joel Embiid: “I’m at the point of my career where I need to win”
Joel Embiid believes the arrival of LeBron James has reinforced the expectations surrounding the Philadelphia 76ers, with the longtime franchise star making it clear that winning has become his central priority. James joined Philadelphia this summer on a two-year minimum contract with a player option for the second season, joining Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and Jaylen […] The post Joel Embiid: “I’m at the point of my career where I need to win” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Doug Christie on Ben Simmons: “Nothing I read was true”
Sacramento Kings head coach Doug Christie has been impressed by Ben Simmons since the veteran guard joined the team, saying his experience around Simmons has been very different from what he had previously read about the former All-Star. “Nothing I read was true,” Christie said during Kings training camp on Thursday. “I really enjoy being […] The post Doug Christie on Ben Simmons: “Nothing I read was true” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Ben Simmons: “The best part is I just got normal soreness now”
Ben Simmons is embracing his return to an NBA environment after spending the past year away from the game, with the Sacramento Kings guard emphasizing work, leadership and simply enjoying the opportunity to compete again. Speaking during Kings training camp on Thursday, Simmons said his body is responding well after the first few days of […] The post Ben Simmons: “The best part is I just got normal soreness now” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
LeBron James already coaching 76ers teammates, his role revealed
Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse plans to use 41-year-old LeBron James as one of the team's main offensive creators. "I think we have several guys who I would call 'grab-and-go' players," Nurse said . "If they get a rebound and their first advantage is to push it up the floor, they're going to do it." "We'll also have enough secondary offensive triggers that it shouldn't matter whether it's Bron, JB, VJ, or somebody else." "I consider LeBron a great offensive creator," Nurse added. "I ...
Bub Carrington admits Wizards were held back for AJ Dybantsa
Bub Carrington says the Washington Wizards deliberately held themselves back during the 2025-26 season with the goal of securing the No. 1 pick and selecting AJ Dybantsa. “We haven’t been told to be the best version of ourselves. We were held back because we were trying to get AJ Dybantsa. That’s no secret,” Carrington said. […] The post Bub Carrington admits Wizards were held back for AJ Dybantsa appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Blazers fire newly hired play-by-play broadcaster after finding old racist tweets
The Portland Trail Blazers franchise is under new management, with Tom Dundon seizing control of the team from the Allen family by purchasing the team for a valuation of $4.25 billion. Dundon has then proceeded to clean house in the name of cutting costs. Kevin Calabro, the team’s play-by-play commentator from 2016 to 2026, decided […] The post Blazers fire newly hired play-by-play broadcaster after finding old racist tweets appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Mavericks guarantee Moussa Cisse’s contract
The Dallas Mavericks have guaranteed Moussa Cisse’s $2.2 million salary for the 2026-27 season, with the October 1 deadline passing without the team waiving him. Marc Stein reported Friday that Cisse’s salary is now fully guaranteed, securing his place under contract as the Mavericks prepare for their preseason trip to Macao. Cisse originally joined Dallas […] The post Mavericks guarantee Moussa Cisse’s contract appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Stephen Curry gives concerning update on ongoing knee problem
Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry says his knee condition remains a concern, but he now understands how to manage it. "It's a concern, but it's something that, now that I know what it is, you can kind of get ahead of it and manage it in a way that allows me to do what I need to do on the court," Curry told ABC7 News about his runner's knee. "Be available for my team, but have all the preparations to make sure that it's able to recover and I'm able to be out there most nights." "So, it's...
Walker Kessler thinks new-look Lakers could be ‘nasty’ defensively
The Lakers changed plenty this offseason. Walker Kessler already has an idea of what their new identity might be. Nasty. Defensively, anyway. Kessler came away from the Lakers’ first training camp practice feeling awfully good about what he saw, particularly from the team’s revamped group of defenders. “Listen, I think we’re gonna be a nasty […] The post Walker Kessler thinks new-look Lakers could be ‘nasty’ defensively appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Virtus stuns Olympiacos with late Marcus Carr three
Virtus Bologna finally claimed its first EuroLeague victory of the season in dramatic fashion, stunning defending champions Olympiacos 96-94 at PalaDozza on Thursday night. Marcus Carr delivered the decisive moment with six seconds remaining, receiving the inbound pass before moving toward the corner and knocking down an off-balance three-pointer to send the home crowd into […] The post Virtus stuns Olympiacos with late Marcus Carr three appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Pistons avoid Jalen Duren qualifying offer scenario
Jalen Duren has decided to accept the Detroit Pistons’ five-year, $200 million fully guaranteed contract offer, reaching an agreement shortly before the 11:59 p.m. ET deadline to sign a one-year, $9.6 million qualifying offer. Detroit initially presented the $200 million proposal approximately two weeks ago after spending much of the summer discussing potential agreements valued […] The post Pistons avoid Jalen Duren qualifying offer scenario appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Crvena Zvezda edges Anadolu Efes as Mike James suffers injury
Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade earned its first EuroLeague victory of the season with a 77-72 home win over Anadolu Efes Istanbul on Thursday, but the result was overshadowed by an apparent Achilles injury suffered by Mike James. James went down without contact with 2:40 remaining in the third quarter and was visibly distressed as the […] The post Crvena Zvezda edges Anadolu Efes as Mike James suffers injury appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jalen Duren agrees to a $200 million extension
All-NBA and All-Star center Jalen Duren has reached an agreement with the Detroit Pistons on a five-year, $200 million fully guaranteed contract, securing his long-term future with the franchise. The agreement was confirmed to ESPN by his agent, Chafie Fields of THE•TEAM, bringing an end to an extended restricted free agency dispute between the player […] The post Jalen Duren agrees to a $200 million extension appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
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