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New-look 76ers fall to Nets in LeBron James’ debut
The Philadelphia 76ers lost 114-108 to the Brooklyn Nets in their preseason matchup at Barclays Center on Thursday, October 8, as LeBron James made his debut for a revamped Philadelphia lineup. The 76ers dropped to 1-1 in preseason play, while Brooklyn improved to 2-0. Philadelphia kept the game close through two quarters but was outscored […] The post New-look 76ers fall to Nets in LeBron James’ debut appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Giannis Antetokounmpo leads Heat to preseason win over Pelicans
Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 18 points as the Miami Heat defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 128-118 at Kaseya Center on Thursday, October 8, to improve to 2-0 in the preseason. Miami overcame a third-quarter collapse and a late deficit before pulling away in the fourth quarter. The Heat outscored New Orleans 35-22 in the final period […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo leads Heat to preseason win over Pelicans appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Celtics beat Cavaliers in preseason opener
The Boston Celtics opened their preseason schedule with a 124-113 road win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Thursday, October 8, at Rocket Arena. Boston built a 71-62 halftime lead after scoring 39 points in the second quarter. Cleveland responded with a 34-point third quarter and briefly moved in front, but the Celtics regained control and […] The post Celtics beat Cavaliers in preseason opener appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jamaal Wilkes predicts big things for Dylan Harper in San Antonio
Basketball Hall of Famer Jamaal Wilkes believes Dylan Harper will become a key component of the San Antonio Spurs’ future after the rookie guard impressed during the 2026 NBA Finals against the New York Knicks. Speaking to Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson in an exclusive interview for #WORDSWITHSCOOP, the four-time NBA champion praised Harper’s talent and […] The post Jamaal Wilkes predicts big things for Dylan Harper in San Antonio appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Real Madrid bounces back against Partizan to end losing streak
Real Madrid ended its winless start to the 2026-27 EuroLeague season with an 86-76 victory over previously undefeated Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade on Thursday at Movistar Arena, using a decisive first-half run to secure its first win of the campaign. Los Blancos improved to 1-3 after opening the season with three consecutive defeats, while Partizan […] The post Real Madrid bounces back against Partizan to end losing streak appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Valencia beats Hapoel to extend perfect EuroLeague start
Valencia Basket extended its perfect start to the 2026-27 EuroLeague season with a 93-82 victory over Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv on Thursday at Roig Arena, using 12 three-pointers to secure a fourth consecutive win. Xavier Albert’s team improved to 4-0, keeping pace with Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens at the top of the standings. Hapoel, meanwhile, fell […] The post Valencia beats Hapoel to extend perfect EuroLeague start appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Panathinaikos dominates Fenerbahce to remain unbeaten
Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens maintained its perfect start to the 2026-27 EuroLeague season with a commanding 92-74 victory over Fenerbahce Tarfin Istanbul on Thursday at Telekom Center Athens, handing the reigning title contenders their first defeat of the campaign. Panathinaikos improved to 4-0, joining Valencia Basket as the only unbeaten teams in the standings after four […] The post Panathinaikos dominates Fenerbahce to remain unbeaten appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Virtus beats Bayern for first road win
Virtus Bologna continued its recovery in the EuroLeague with an 87-94 victory over FC Bayern Munich on Thursday at SAP Garden, securing its first road win of the 2026-27 campaign and improving to 2-2. After edging Olympiacos Piraeus last week, Virtus delivered another important result behind Wendell Moore’s 20 points and Bo Klintman’s 15 off […] The post Virtus beats Bayern for first road win appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Crvena Zvezda holds Dubai to season-low 58 points
Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade delivered its strongest performance of the EuroLeague season, defeating Dubai Basketball 77-58 on Thursday at Coca-Cola Arena and limiting the hosts to their lowest-ever scoring total. The victory improved Crvena Zvezda to 2-2 and gave head coach Ibon Navarro breathing room after an inconsistent start. Dubai also dropped to 2-2 after […] The post Crvena Zvezda holds Dubai to season-low 58 points appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Maccabi dominates Milan to claim first EuroLeague win
Maccabi Rapyd Tel Aviv earned its first EuroLeague victory of the 2026-27 season with a convincing 97-79 win over Armani Olimpia Milan on Thursday at Aleksandar Nikolic Hall, ending a four-game losing streak against the Italian club. Yam Madar led Maccabi with 17 points, while Bonzie Colson and Jaylen Hoard added 13 apiece. Roman Sorkin […] The post Maccabi dominates Milan to claim first EuroLeague win appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Nick Young admits trying to fight D’Angelo Russell
Former Los Angeles Lakers guard Nick Young revealed that he tried to confront D’Angelo Russell after the controversial video leak involving his then-girlfriend, Iggy Azalea, in 2016. During an appearance on Shannon Sharpe’s “Club Shay Shay” podcast, Young explained that security prevented him from entering the Lakers’ arena to confront Russell. “I tried to get […] The post Nick Young admits trying to fight D’Angelo Russell appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
J.R. Smith’s alleged assault victim receives court protection
J.R. Smith has been ordered to stay away from a woman who accused him of assault following an alleged domestic violence incident in Texas. A judge signed an emergency protective order on September 29, prohibiting Smith from contacting the alleged victim or coming within 1,000 feet of her home or workplace. The 41-year-old is also […] The post J.R. Smith’s alleged assault victim receives court protection appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Mark Daigneault on Bennett Stirtz: “He’s incredibly mature and professional”
Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault praised the day-to-day demeanor of rookie Bennett Stirtz following Wednesday’s 128-126 preseason home loss vs. the Milwaukee Bucks (20 points/2 offensive rebounds/3 defensive rebounds/2 assists/one turnover/one steal/6-11 FG/4-7 3-PT/4-6 FT in 22 minutes off the bench). (via Oklahoma City Thunder): “He’s incredibly mature and professional, well beyond his […] The post Mark Daigneault on Bennett Stirtz: “He’s incredibly mature and professional”...
Karl-Anthony Towns expects Knicks extension standoff to continue
Karl-Anthony Towns does not expect to sign a contract extension with the New York Knicks before the start of the regular season, with the two sides still far apart in negotiations. “It don’t look good,” Towns said Monday morning in Philadelphia after the Knicks’ shootaround. Towns is eligible for a four-year, $276 million extension and […] The post Karl-Anthony Towns expects Knicks extension standoff to continue appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Cason Wallace emerges as Thunder’s bet at starting wing
The Oklahoma City Thunder are betting on Cason Wallace to take on a larger role after moving three rotation wings during the offseason. As John Hollinger of The Athletic noted, Oklahoma City traded Lu Dort, Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins in a series of salary-cutting moves, leaving Wallace as a key option to fill the […] The post Cason Wallace emerges as Thunder’s bet at starting wing appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: “I’m the best player in the NBA”
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander believes his production, efficiency and recent success make him the best player in the NBA. The Oklahoma City Thunder star made the claim in an interview with Time magazine, pointing to his sustained statistical production and winning record over the past several seasons. “I think I’m the best player in the NBA,” Gilgeous-Alexander […] The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: “I’m the best player in the NBA” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Luka Doncic reveals what it was like playing with LeBron James
Luka Doncic reflected on his experience playing alongside LeBron James in his first full season with the Los Angeles Lakers, describing James’ approach as one of the most positive aspects of the transition. Doncic joined the Lakers in a blockbuster trade from the Dallas Mavericks during the 2024-25 season and spent the following season sharing […] The post Luka Doncic reveals what it was like playing with LeBron James appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jokić, Wemby, SGA and the Luka Question: Inside the Most Exclusive Tier in Fantasy Basketball
Here is a number worth sitting with before draft day: 3.1 blocks a night in just 29.2 minutes. Pair it with 31.1 points on 55.3% shooting, or a center averaging 10.7 assists, and you have the case for why Nikola Jokić, Victor Wembanyama and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander are filling the first three picks in most category […] The post Jokić, Wemby, SGA and the Luka Question: Inside the Most Exclusive Tier in Fantasy Basketball appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
NBA and FIBA reaffirm European league plans
The NBA and FIBA have reiterated their intention to establish a new professional basketball league in Europe, despite ongoing disagreements with EuroLeague over a potential partnership. In a joint statement released Thursday, the two organizations emphasized their preference for cooperation while confirming that preparations for the proposed competition will continue. “A partnership between the EuroLeague, […] The post NBA and FIBA reaffirm European league plans appeared first on TalkBasket....
NBA Odds: 4 New-Look Teams to Watch in 2026-27
The NBA rarely stagnates for long, but the 2026 offseason produced the kind of movement that can redraw the league in a matter of weeks. Giannis Antetokounmpo is now in Miami, LeBron James and Jaylen Brown have joined Philadelphia, LaMelo Ball is running the show in Minnesota, and Ja Morant has landed in Portland. Those […] The post NBA Odds: 4 New-Look Teams to Watch in 2026-27 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
ASVEL edges Paris in French EuroLeague derby
LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne secured bragging rights in the first French derby of the 2026-27 EuroLeague season, edging Paris Basketball 98-96 on the road Wednesday night at Adidas Arena. The victory marked Tony Parker’s first EuroLeague French derby as ASVEL’s head coach, and his team delivered a dramatic comeback after falling behind early. Paris opened with […] The post ASVEL edges Paris in French EuroLeague derby appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Donovan Mitchell says championship talk hurts James Harden
Donovan Mitchell believes James Harden’s legacy has been unfairly diminished because he has not won an NBA championship. Speaking to reporters Wednesday, Mitchell was asked about Harden’s influence and how impressive it is that the 18-year veteran continues to perform at a high level. Mitchell, now Harden’s teammate with the Cleveland Cavaliers, immediately pointed to […] The post Donovan Mitchell says championship talk hurts James Harden appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Nick Young predicts Klay Thompson’s Miami success
Former NBA guard Nick Young believes Klay Thompson will benefit from playing alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo with the Miami Heat. Young expects the two big men to attract defenders near the basket, creating more open shooting opportunities for Thompson. He also commented on his former teammate’s personal life and breakup with Megan. “I […] The post Nick Young predicts Klay Thompson’s Miami success appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Baron Davis says Jaylen Brown learned from playoff struggles
Baron Davis believes Jaylen Brown’s impressive Philadelphia 76ers debut showed that the veteran forward spent the offseason addressing the parts of his game that previously gave him problems in the playoffs. Brown made his Philadelphia debut Monday night after arriving from the Boston Celtics and led the 76ers to a 120-97 preseason victory over the […] The post Baron Davis says Jaylen Brown learned from playoff struggles appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kyrie Irving to play against Houston Rockets
Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving is expected to return to action this weekend after an extended absence caused by a serious knee injury, head coach Dusty May confirmed. Irving has been sidelined since March 2025, when he suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). His recovery was subsequently complicated by a calf strain in December, […] The post Kyrie Irving to play against Houston Rockets appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
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