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Draymond Green weighs in on Nuggets’ Peyton Watson decision
Draymond Green believes the Denver Nuggets made a calculated long-term decision by sending Peyton Watson to the Cleveland Cavaliers in a sign-and-trade that brought back an unprotected 2031 first-round pick. Speaking on The Draymond Green Show, Green highlighted the value of the future pick while explaining why Denver may have preferred moving Watson rather than […] The post Draymond Green weighs in on Nuggets’ Peyton Watson decision appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Spencer Jones reveals plan for his $6M salary
Denver Nuggets forward Spencer Jones has outlined how he plans to allocate the roughly $3.3 million he expects to have available after taxes, agent fees and jock taxes during the 2026-27 season. Jones, 25, shared that he expects to earn $6 million this season and plans to put 15-20% of his post-tax income into venture […] The post Spencer Jones reveals plan for his $6M salary appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kenny Smith: Mark Jackson saved Steph Curry’s career
Kenny Smith believes Mark Jackson played a pivotal role in keeping Steph Curry with the Golden State Warriors and unlocking the career that ultimately changed the NBA. Speaking on The Draymond Green Show, Smith said Curry was not initially trusted to close games because of defensive concerns and that the Warriors were considering moving him […] The post Kenny Smith: Mark Jackson saved Steph Curry’s career appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Harrison Barnes buys Iowa bank
NBA veteran Harrison Barnes has moved into banking, investing $25 million of his own money to buy a small bank in Iowa, according to Paul Davis. The 34-year-old forward has earned $224 million during his NBA career and is entering the 2026-27 season on a one-year, $8 million contract. The deal gives Barnes a business […] The post Harrison Barnes buys Iowa bank appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kyrie Irving says Kobe Bryant gave him ‘The Alchemist’
Kyrie Irving says Kobe Bryant once encouraged him to read Paulo Coelho’s “The Alchemist” as a way to shift his focus away from proving people wrong and toward appreciating his own development. Irving described Bryant’s mentorship as extending well beyond basketball. He said Bryant recognized his curiosity about both the sport and life and deliberately […] The post Kyrie Irving says Kobe Bryant gave him ‘The Alchemist’ appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Neemias Queta exits Portugal win with injury concern
Boston Celtics center Neemias Queta exited Portugal’s win over Spain early on Friday during a 2027 FIBA World Cup qualifier due to a possible injury. Portugal head coach Mario Gomes said the decision to remove Queta was precautionary after the medical staff determined there could be a risk in allowing him to continue. “We still […] The post Neemias Queta exits Portugal win with injury concern appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Pistons determined to keep Jalen Duren
The Detroit Pistons have made it clear they plan to keep restricted free agent Jalen Duren and have no interest in helping another team acquire him. ESPN’s Tim MacMahon reported on The Hoop Collective that Detroit has discouraged teams from pursuing sign-and-trade scenarios involving the 22-year-old center. “The one restricted free agency situation that remains […] The post Pistons determined to keep Jalen Duren appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jaylen Wells: Cameron Boozer’s gonna be a superstar
Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Jaylen Wells was recently asked if he thinks Cameron Boozer can win 2026-27 NBA Rookie of the Year. (via The Closers Sports): “Yeah, yeah. I think he’s gonna be a superstar. He can do it all. For his size and how young he is, it’s amazing to see what he can do […] The post Jaylen Wells: Cameron Boozer’s gonna be a superstar appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
LeBron James struggled with Austin Reaves role, insider says
LeBron James had an “internal conflict” during the 2025-26 season over how much he needed to defer to Austin Reaves, according to Law Murray. The issue came within a Lakers offense that also featured Luka Doncic as the clear primary option. “Covering LeBron James last season, he had an internal conflict going on with how […] The post LeBron James struggled with Austin Reaves role, insider says appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kevin Durant wants to become Team USA GM
Kevin Durant has set his sights on a role beyond the court, saying one of his main goals is to become the general manager of Team USA for an Olympic Games. Durant made the comments on Boardroom while reflecting on the new ambitions he has developed throughout his career. “Every day, I think about new […] The post Kevin Durant wants to become Team USA GM appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
John Konchar set to become free agent
John Konchar is set to become a free agent Monday at 5 p.m. ET after clearing waivers, according to Marc Stein. The Minnesota Timberwolves are using the stretch provision on Konchar after acquiring him from the Utah Jazz in the Josh Green trade. Minnesota’s decision is directly tied to its effort to create enough financial […] The post John Konchar set to become free agent appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Todd Golden lands massive $49.5M extension
Florida has given head coach Todd Golden another contract extension, raising the total value of his deal to $49.5 million over six seasons. The agreement runs through 2031-32 and averages $8.25 million per year, making Golden the SEC’s second-highest-paid basketball coach. He will earn $7.5 million next season, with annual raises eventually taking his salary […] The post Todd Golden lands massive $49.5M extension appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Cavaliers eye rookie signing after roster reshuffle
The Cleveland Cavaliers are continuing to reshape their roster after acquiring Peyton Watson in a sign-and-trade deal. Cleveland created additional financial flexibility by waiving and stretching Cam Whitmore’s contract. The move gives the Cavaliers enough room below the first-apron hard cap to bring back James Harden. The Cavs still need to add another player, however, […] The post Cavaliers eye rookie signing after roster reshuffle appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Clippers clear path for Bennedict Mathurin’s Pelicans deal
The LA Clippers have cleared the way for Bennedict Mathurin to join the New Orleans Pelicans by withdrawing their qualifying offer, making the guard an unrestricted free agent. Mathurin has reportedly agreed to a two-year, $16 million contract with New Orleans. Because the Clippers no longer hold his restricted free agent rights, the Pelicans can […] The post Clippers clear path for Bennedict Mathurin’s Pelicans deal appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jason Kidd: “I would never say no to coaching”
Here’s former Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd on what’s next for him. (via Rappler): “I think I love coaching. I love to watch players get better. I want to win. I want to help the team win. And so, I would never say no to coaching, maybe somewhere down the future. But also right […] The post Jason Kidd: “I would never say no to coaching” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Victor Wembanyama remains lone 2023 draft class extension
The 2023 NBA Draft class could produce a large restricted free agency group in 2027, with extension talks moving slowly across the league. Victor Wembanyama is currently the only player from the class to sign an extension. Brandon Miller, Amen Thompson and Ausar Thompson were viewed as other strong candidates, but meaningful progress has reportedly […] The post Victor Wembanyama remains lone 2023 draft class extension appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Cavaliers waive Cam Whitmore
The Cleveland Cavaliers have waived Cam Whitmore and will stretch the remaining money on his contract over the next three seasons. Whitmore recently arrived in Cleveland from the Washington Wizards as part of the Peyton Watson sign-and-trade, but the Cavaliers were not expected to keep the 22-year-old forward on their roster. By using the waive-and-stretch […] The post Cavaliers waive Cam Whitmore appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Royce White wears blonde wig at WNBA game
Royce White continued his campaign surrounding the WNBA’s transgender eligibility debate by attending Friday’s Indiana Fever game wearing a long blonde wig. The former NBA first-round pick sat courtside during Indiana’s 111-91 win over the Connecticut Sun and later wrote on Instagram: “The Kweeeen has arrived! They better bow for a beautiful Black Trans Lesbian!” […] The post Royce White wears blonde wig at WNBA game appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Enes Kanter Freedom challenges Megan Rapinoe to showdown
Enes Kanter Freedom challenged former U.S. soccer star Megan Rapinoe to a one-on-one match, offering a $5 million charity donation if she beats him. Freedom issued the challenge during an appearance on “Fox News @ Night” after seeing Rapinoe criticize him on her podcast. “So, Megan Rapinoe, I’m speaking directly to you. After your washed-up […] The post Enes Kanter Freedom challenges Megan Rapinoe to showdown appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Enes Kanter Freedom sets condition to quit WNBA
Enes Kanter Freedom says the WNBA can bring his controversial draft effort to an immediate end by making its eligibility requirements more specific. Freedom has declared for the 2027 WNBA Draft while challenging the league over how it defines who can participate. He says he would walk away if the rules explicitly restricted competition to […] The post Enes Kanter Freedom sets condition to quit WNBA appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Warriors give Steph Curry control over extension
The Golden State Warriors are prepared to give Stephen Curry significant control over his next contract with the franchise. Curry becomes eligible Saturday for a two-year, $136.7 million extension. Along with his roughly $62.5 million salary this season, the deal could keep him in Golden State through 2028-29. The Warriors are reportedly willing to offer […] The post Warriors give Steph Curry control over extension appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Lakers eye Bruce Brown after missing Jonathan Kuminga
After Jonathan Kuminga chose Minnesota, the Lakers may shift from chasing a young, high-upside forward to adding a proven veteran in Bruce Brown. NBA insider Jake Fischer indicated that Los Angeles remains a possible destination for Brown, whose name has been connected to the franchise before. “I think he’s in the mix for the Lakers, […] The post Lakers eye Bruce Brown after missing Jonathan Kuminga appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jordan Clarkson continues showing love for Philippines internationally
After the Gilas Pilipinas survived an 82-81 overtime victory over Jordan, New York Knicks guard Jordan Clarkson continues to support his roots. The Philippines went in a hard-fought battle against Jordan during the fourth-window clash of the FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers, as Kevin Quiambao sank the go-ahead triple, and 7-foot-3 Kai Sotto pulled off […] The post Jordan Clarkson continues showing love for Philippines internationally appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Timberwolves trade Josh Green to Jazz
The Minnesota Timberwolves are trading Josh Green and cash to the Utah Jazz for Cody Williams and John Konchar, Shams Charania reported. Minnesota is expected to keep Williams and waive-and-stretch Konchar, with the move creating the salary flexibility needed to complete Jonathan Kuminga’s signing. Green’s $14.7 million salary was the key financial component of the […] The post Timberwolves trade Josh Green to Jazz appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Stephon Marbury: I’m the number one Knicks fan
Stephon Marbury says his connection to the New York Knicks remains as strong as ever, describing the franchise as his favorite team and saying there is “nothing more important” to him in basketball than seeing the Knicks win a championship. Speaking with Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson, Marbury reflected on his relationship with Knicks owner James […] The post Stephon Marbury: I’m the number one Knicks fan appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
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