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Jon Horst outlines Bucks’ future after Giannis Antetokounmpo blockbuster
Following the trade that sent Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Heat, Bucks general manager Jon Horst expressed confidence in the organization’s long-term outlook despite acknowledging the difficulty of moving on from the franchise icon. Milwaukee received four players, three first-round draft picks, a first-round pick swap, and a second-round selection in exchange for Antetokounmpo. Horst said […] The post Jon Horst outlines Bucks’ future after Giannis Antetokounmpo blockbuster appeared first on...
Bucks GM says Giannis Antetokounmpo trade was a choice, not a necessity
Bucks general manager Jon Horst rejected the idea that Milwaukee was forced into trading Giannis Antetokounmpo, stressing that the organization made the move because it believed it was the right direction for both sides rather than out of obligation. “This was not a ‘have to,'” Horst said during a conference call with reporters. “This was, […] The post Bucks GM says Giannis Antetokounmpo trade was a choice, not a necessity appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jazz gaining optimism on Keyonte George extension
The Utah Jazz have become more optimistic about reaching a rookie-scale extension with Keyonte George before the deadline, according to ESPN’s Tim McMahon. “I’ve been telling you I didn’t think that an extension would be forthcoming for Keyonte George,” McMahon said on The Hoop Collective podcast, via HoopsHype. “I was informed that, hey, there’s a […] The post Jazz gaining optimism on Keyonte George extension appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Stephen Curry hopes to team up with LeBron James
Stephen Curry would welcome the opportunity to share the court with LeBron James, although the Golden State Warriors star is also interested in a different kind of partnership with the future Hall of Famer. Asked about the possibility of playing alongside James, Curry said he would enjoy the opportunity while respecting James’ decision-making process as […] The post Stephen Curry hopes to team up with LeBron James appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Panathinaikos signs Brancou Badio on three-year deal
Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens has strengthened its backcourt by signing Brancou Badio to a three-year contract, adding one of the standout perimeter defenders from the 2025-26 EuroLeague season. The Senegalese guard joins the Greek club after two successful seasons with Valencia Basket, where he helped win the Liga Endesa and Supercopa Endesa titles. Badio, 27, averaged […] The post Panathinaikos signs Brancou Badio on three-year deal appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jared Butler extends Crvena Zvezda contract
Crvena Zvezda announced Thursday that Jared Butler will remain with the club after signing a contract extension that keeps him in Belgrade through 2028. Butler joined Crvena Zvezda in October 2025 after NBA stints with the Phoenix Suns and Philadelphia 76ers and quickly became one of the team’s leading offensive players. Despite receiving multiple offers, […] The post Jared Butler extends Crvena Zvezda contract appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Nuggets out of LeBron James sweepstakes
The Denver Nuggets are no longer viewed as a serious option for LeBron James as the four-time NBA champion continues evaluating his next destination, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Appearing on NBA Today on Wednesday, Charania said James and agent Rich Paul are still considering multiple contenders after James informed the Los Angeles Lakers that […] The post Nuggets out of LeBron James sweepstakes appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Hawks willing to help Lakers land Jonathan Kuminga via sign-and-trade
The Atlanta Hawks are open to helping the Los Angeles Lakers acquire Jonathan Kuminga through a sign-and-trade, with Jarred Vanderbilt and a future draft asset among the pieces that could make the deal possible, according to Khobi Price of the California Post. The Lakers’ primary path to signing Kuminga appears to be a sign-and-trade because […] The post Hawks willing to help Lakers land Jonathan Kuminga via sign-and-trade appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jaylen Brown steered teams away before Celtics trade
Jaylen Brown played a role in limiting his potential trade market before the Boston Celtics finalized their blockbuster deal with the Philadelphia 76ers, according to Zach Lowe. “I think there was at least one or two other teams who might have been interested in Jaylen Brown and who got intel that Jaylen Brown wasn’t interested […] The post Jaylen Brown steered teams away before Celtics trade appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Giannis Antetokounmpo says he’d like to coach Knicks
Giannis Antetokounmpo is already thinking about life after his playing career, and the two-time NBA MVP revealed that coaching the New York Knicks would be his preferred destination if he ever joins the sidelines. Speaking during an interview with streamer N3ON, Antetokounmpo said he sees two possible paths once he retires from basketball: becoming an […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo says he’d like to coach Knicks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kevon Looney sees familiar path to success with Lakers
Kevon Looney believes his move to the Los Angeles Lakers offers both a basketball fit and a personal one, according to ESPN insider Dave McMenamin. As the Lakers continue reshaping their roster around Luka Doncic, the veteran center reportedly views his role as an extension of the work that helped him win multiple NBA championships […] The post Kevon Looney sees familiar path to success with Lakers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Luka Doncic encouraged by Lakers’ offseason
Luka Doncic is optimistic about the Los Angeles Lakers’ offseason after the franchise aggressively reshaped its roster, according to ESPN insider Dave McMenamin. Speaking on NBA Today, McMenamin said he checked with someone close to Doncic and came away with a clear message about the Lakers star’s mindset. “He’s excited about the moves that they […] The post Luka Doncic encouraged by Lakers’ offseason appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Insider details Lakers’ pitch to Jonathan Kuminga
The Los Angeles Lakers continue to keep one roster spot open, and ESPN insider Dave McMenamin says the organization views that vacancy as one of the most important remaining pieces of its offseason. Speaking on NBA Today, McMenamin reported that free-agent forward Jonathan Kuminga remains firmly on the Lakers’ radar despite the team’s limited financial […] The post Insider details Lakers’ pitch to Jonathan Kuminga appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Gary Payton says DeMar DeRozan would be ideal fit for Heat
The Miami Heat reshaped their franchise this offseason by acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo, but Hall of Famer Gary Payton believes another veteran star could make the roster even more dangerous. Speaking with DJ Siddiqi of R.org, the former Heat guard repeatedly pointed to six-time All-Star DeMar DeRozan as an ideal complementary piece alongside Antetokounmpo and Bam […] The post Gary Payton says DeMar DeRozan would be ideal fit for Heat appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Bucks sign Nate Ament
Nate Ament has officially put pen to paper on his first NBA contract after being chosen 13th overall by the Bucks in this year’s draft, as reflected in NBA.com’s official transactions log. Milwaukee obtained the draft pick that became Ament through the blockbuster deal that sent Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Heat. Because that trade was […] The post Bucks sign Nate Ament appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jazz re-sign Mo Bamba
Free agent center Mo Bamba has agreed to return to the Utah Jazz, reaching a new two-year contract with the franchise, according to ESPN sources. Utah finalized the agreement with Mark Bartelstein of Priority Sports and Greer Love on Wednesday, bringing back the 7-foot center after he spent part of last season with the organization. […] The post Jazz re-sign Mo Bamba appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Clippers aim to retain Bennedict Mathurin
The Clippers are hoping to keep restricted free agent Bennedict Mathurin after acquiring the young wing from the Pacers in the trade that sent Ivica Zubac to Indiana. Mathurin put together a strong 2025/26 campaign, averaging 17.6 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 2.4 assists in 54 appearances. While he continued to produce offensively, his outside shooting […] The post Clippers aim to retain Bennedict Mathurin appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Nuggets waive Jonas Valanciunas
The Denver Nuggets are parting ways with veteran center Jonas Valanciunas, waiving him even though his $10 million salary for the upcoming season became fully guaranteed today, according to league sources cited by HoopsHype. As a result of the move, Denver will remain responsible for paying Valanciunas $2 million during the 2026/27 season. Valanciunas has […] The post Nuggets waive Jonas Valanciunas appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Heat offer Bronny a path if LeBron James signs
LeBron James remains the center of attention this offseason as the future Hall of Famer weighs one of the most closely watched free agency decisions of the summer. Much of the speculation has centered on the possibility of James returning to one of his former franchises, with familiarity viewed as a major advantage. He enjoyed […] The post Heat offer Bronny a path if LeBron James signs appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Pacers sign Larry Nance Jr.
Free agent forward/center Larry Nance Jr. has reached an agreement with the Indiana Pacers on a one-year contract worth $4 million, according to ESPN sources. Team officials and Mark Bartelstein of Priority Sports finalized the deal over the past several days, with Indiana bringing in Nance to strengthen its frontcourt as the club’s new backup […] The post Pacers sign Larry Nance Jr. appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Rocco Zikarsky: Lynx fans asked me if I play basketball
Minnesota Timberwolves two-way big man Rocco Zikarsky recently revealed a funny story about being unrecognized at the Lynx game. (via Minnesota Timberwolves): “I will say, I went to a Lynx game like a week and a half ago. And then all of a sudden, the photographers are coming up saying, ‘Can we just get a […] The post Rocco Zikarsky: Lynx fans asked me if I play basketball appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jusuf Nurkić Opens Up About Kevin Durant on Sofascore Podcast
Jusuf Nurkić got candid about Kevin Durant's work ethic and mindset in a new Sofascore Podcast interview, just as he prepares to re-sign with the Utah Jazz. The post Jusuf Nurkić Opens Up About Kevin Durant on Sofascore Podcast appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Suns re-sign key contributors for next season
The Phoenix Suns officially confirmed the signings of center Mark Williams along with guards Collin Gillespie and Jordan Goodwin on Tuesday. General manager Brian Gregory praised the trio during the announcement, calling it a “great day for our organization” and saying all three players were “instrumental in our success last year,” according to Logan Stanley […] The post Suns re-sign key contributors for next season appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
New contract details for John Collins, Kelly Oubre Jr.
The Indiana Pacers used $8.05 million of their non-taxpayer mid-level exception to bring in Kelly Oubre Jr. on a two-year contract worth $16.5 million. Even after completing the signing, Indiana still has just under $7 million remaining from its mid-level exception to use. However, because of the move, the Pacers will operate under the league’s […] The post New contract details for John Collins, Kelly Oubre Jr. appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Landry Shamet, Jose Alvarado deals include partial guarantees
Landry Shamet’s newly signed four-year contract with the New York Knicks is worth exactly $23,978,467, beginning with a first-year salary of $5,490,967. The agreement guarantees the first two seasons in full before shifting to partial guarantees over the final two years. Shamet’s 2028/29 salary carries a partial guarantee of $1,581,241, while his 2029/30 player option […] The post Landry Shamet, Jose Alvarado deals include partial guarantees appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
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