According to Michael Scotto, the Los Angeles Lakers have emerged as one of the teams being mentioned as a possible destination for Lu Dort if the Oklahoma City Thunder decide to explore trade options involving the veteran guard. As noted by Scotto, “Dort has a team option for $17.22 million for the upcoming season that […] The post Lu Dort on Lakers’ radar appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Collin Gillespie is expected to remain with the Phoenix Suns after agreeing to a four-year, $48 million contract, according to ESPN. The deal caps off a steady rise for the guard, who entered the league as an undrafted free agent out of Villanova in 2022. After spending his first three NBA seasons on two-way contracts, […] The post Suns re-sign Collin Gillespie on a 4-year deal appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The possibility of a blockbuster trade involving Giannis Antetokounmpo appears to be gaining momentum with just days remaining before the 2026 NBA Draft. According to Evan Sidery, the Miami Heat and Milwaukee Bucks are making “significant progress” toward a deal centered on Antetokounmpo, although negotiations remain ongoing over future draft compensation and the inclusion of […] The post Heat, Bucks closing gap in Giannis trade talks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
AJ Dybantsa’s pre-draft process has looked different from that of most projected No. 1 picks, and the BYU star made it clear this week that he saw little reason to follow the traditional workout circuit. Appearing on Baseline Banter, Dybantsa revealed that he did not conduct private workouts for any NBA franchises ahead of the […] The post AJ Dybantsa skipped all NBA workouts before draft appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Tyrese Haliburton's father isn't holding back on the Pacers-Knicks rivalry — from a burned jersey to what New York's title run exposed about some of its younger fans. The post Haliburton’s Dad Warns Knicks Fans After Title Run appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Greek powerhouse Panathinaikos is reportedly in a strong position to land wing Isaac Bonga this offseason, though the situation could change if the former NBA player receives a contract offer from an NBA team. According to Sportando, Panathinaikos currently has the advantage in the race for Bonga’s signature as the club continues to explore ways […] The post Panathinaikos leads race for Isaac Bonga appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Orlando Magic president of basketball operations Jeff Weltman declined to directly address rumors linking the franchise to Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, but he did acknowledge that being mentioned in discussions involving a player of that caliber reflects well on Orlando’s roster. The Magic have recently been viewed as a potential dark-horse destination should Antetokounmpo […] The post Jeff Weltman welcomes Magic-Giannis rumors as compliment appeared first on TalkBasket.n...
The NBA’s plans to launch a new European league continue to move forward, with the league expected to select the winning ownership groups for its 12 permanent franchises within the next 60 to 90 days. The proposed founding cities include Rome and Milan in Italy, London and Manchester in England, Paris and Lyon in France, […] The post NBA European league on track for 2027 launch appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
While Dylan Harper’s rise has generated discussion about the Spurs’ backcourt future, San Antonio remains committed to De’Aaron Fox as its starting point guard despite his struggles during the NBA Finals. Fox endured one of the toughest stretches of his season against the New York Knicks, shooting 34.3 percent from the field and 25 percent […] The post Spurs remain committed to De’Aaron Fox appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Dylan Harper voiced frustration earlier during his rookie season with the San Antonio Spurs over his playing time, and expectations are growing that his camp could push more aggressively for a starting role ahead of next season. The No. 2 overall pick from last year’s draft saw his role expand steadily throughout the season as […] The post Dylan Harper’s Finals breakout fuels calls for a larger role with Spurs appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Zeljko Obradovic has once again emerged as a leading candidate for the Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens coaching job, with multiple Greek media outlets reporting that the Serbian coach is currently in Athens and could hold talks with the club during his visit. Panathinaikos are searching for a new head coach after officially parting ways with Ergin […] The post Panathinaikos eye Zeljko Obradovic coaching comeback appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Real Madrid’s basketball section is set for another significant change after sporting director Sergio Rodriguez officially stepped down from his role. The former club legend informed president Florentino Perez of his decision, which was later confirmed by Real Madrid. In a message published on X, Rodriguez explained that he had decided to end his time […] The post Sergio Rodriguez steps down from Real Madrid appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Nando De Colo has announced his retirement from professional basketball, ending one of the most successful careers in European basketball history. The 39-year-old French guard finished on a high note, helping Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul win a third consecutive Turkish League title. After his final game, De Colo expressed his happiness at ending his career with […] The post Nando De Colo retires as champion appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Olimpia Milano are once again champions of Italy after defeating Reyer Venezia 86-72 on the road in Game 4 of the finals, sealing the series 3-1 and reclaiming the title. After winning three consecutive championships before being dethroned by Virtus Bologna last season, Milano returned to the top under head coach Peppe Poeta, completing a […] The post Olimpia Milano reclaim Italian league title appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Virtus Bologna’s elimination in the Italian league semifinals against Venezia not only ended a disappointing season but also accelerated plans for major changes within the club. After failing to achieve its objectives, the Italian side is preparing for a busy summer that will include significant adjustments to both the roster and the coaching staff. The […] The post Virtus Bologna hires Alex Mumbru as coach appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Detroit Pistons’ search for more shooting and perimeter creation has reportedly made Isaiah Stewart available in trade discussions, with several playoff teams showing interest in the versatile big man. According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, the Boston Celtics, San Antonio Spurs and Miami Heat are among teams monitoring Stewart’s situation. Fischer’s report […] The post Celtics, Spurs, Heat among teams monitoring Isaiah Stewart appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Boston Celtics have explored a potential trade for Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, with the two teams connected through a possible salary-matching framework involving Derrick White. Fischer reported Friday that Minnesota’s interest in White could create a pathway for a Gobert trade, noting that Boston has […] The post Celtics show interest in Rudy Gobert appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The trade market for Giannis Antetokounmpo appears to be reaching a critical juncture, but the biggest obstacle may not be a lack of interested teams. According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, rival clubs view Milwaukee’s current asking price as so steep that any team acquiring Antetokounmpo could be left without enough talent and […] The post Bucks’ Giannis asking price viewed as ‘unrealistic’ appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
NBA Hall of Famer Kevin Garnett is recognized as one of the best frontcourt players after playing with the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Boston Celtics. As Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama fell short in leading his team against the New York Knicks, many perspectives came along that pointed towards the big man. Speaking of co-hosting a […] The post Kevin Garnett offers mentorship to Victor Wembanyama appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Miami Heat remain one of the most aggressive pursuers of Giannis Antetokounmpo, but recent reporting suggests the franchise is drawing a line on how much of its future it is willing to sacrifice to complete a blockbuster deal with the Milwaukee Bucks. According to the Miami Herald’s Anthony Chiang, Miami views Bam Adebayo as […] The post Heat weighs limits of Giannis trade package appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The New York Knicks entered the 2026 NBA Finals believing they had an edge before the series even tipped off. Speaking on the Roommates Show, Knicks guard Josh Hart recalled the team’s reaction after watching the San Antonio Spurs celebrate their Western Conference Finals victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder. According to Hart, the emotional […] The post Josh Hart explains why Knicks liked Finals matchup with Spurs appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Minnesota Timberwolves are exploring ways to strengthen their roster after a 49-win season and a trip to the Western Conference semifinals, and one name drawing interest is Josh Giddey. According to Darren Wolfson, multiple league contacts have identified Giddey as a player Minnesota is monitoring this offseason. “Another player of interest to the Wolves, […] The post Timberwolves eye Josh Giddey as backcourt upgrade appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Mike James’ anticipated move to Barcelona has unexpectedly fallen through despite both sides reportedly reaching an agreement. According to BasketNews and RAC1, negotiations have been terminated, ending what many believed was a virtually completed deal. The collapse puts one of the EuroLeague’s biggest names back on the market. At 35, James remains among the competition’s […] The post Mike James, Barcelona deal collapses unexpectedly appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Brandin Podziemski believes the Warriors should prioritize NBA-ready talent in this year’s draft, emphasizing the importance of finding players who can contribute immediately rather than spending years in development. Speaking about Golden State’s approach with the No. 11 overall pick, Podziemski pointed to the team’s current championship-minded timeline and suggested that experience and physical readiness […] The post Brandin Podziemski wants instant-impact rookie at No. 11 appeared first o...
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope of the Memphis Grizzlies has decided to pick up his player option for the 2026-27 season, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The veteran guard will earn $21.6 million next year and is now positioned to become an unrestricted free agent in the summer of 2027. The move was largely expected, as Caldwell-Pope was […] The post Kentavious Caldwell-Pope exercises $21.6M option appeared first on TalkBasket.net .