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Jason Terry Weighs In On Jersey Retirement
Jason Terry opens up on what it would mean to see his No. 31 retired by the Dallas Mavericks, and former teammate Darrell Armstrong makes the case for why it should happen. The post Jason Terry Weighs In On Jersey Retirement appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Enes Kanter Freedom formally enters WNBA draft
Enes Kanter Freedom has formally submitted paperwork seeking entry into the 2027 WNBA Draft, arguing that he meets the league’s current eligibility requirements. The 34-year-old former NBA center revealed his signed letter Monday. “Please accept this formal document as my official written notification to the Women’s National Basketball Association of my voluntary decision to enter […] The post Enes Kanter Freedom formally enters WNBA draft appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Stephen Curry should join Celtics, says D’Angelo Russell
D’Angelo Russell believes Stephen Curry could benefit from a move to the Boston Celtics, arguing that the Golden State Warriors superstar needs more proven help around him late in his career. Russell specifically pointed to Boston’s veteran experience as a potential fit for Curry. “I would love to see Stephen Curry go to Boston,” Russell […] The post Stephen Curry should join Celtics, says D’Angelo Russell appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
De’Aaron Fox remains in Spurs’ long-term plans
The San Antonio Spurs remain committed to De’Aaron Fox despite his difficult finish to the 2026 NBA Finals, with team sources emphasizing the point guard’s importance to the franchise’s run to the championship series. Michael C. Wright of ESPN reported Monday that San Antonio’s decision between Fox and rookie Dylan Harper will ultimately be determined […] The post De’Aaron Fox remains in Spurs’ long-term plans appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Byron Scott questions LeBron James’ GOAT case
Byron Scott believes LeBron James’ movement between franchises should factor into the debate over the greatest player in NBA history. Speaking on Byron Scott’s Fast Break, Scott compared James with Michael Jordan and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, noting that both legends spent the vast majority of their careers with one organization. “Most of us judge LeBron based […] The post Byron Scott questions LeBron James’ GOAT case appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Nick Nurse excited about revamped Sixers roster
The Philadelphia 76ers reshaped their roster this offseason with several major additions as they prepare for the upcoming campaign. Philadelphia brought in veterans LeBron James, Jaylen Brown, Dean Wade, Anfernee Simons, Ariel Hukporti and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, while also adding rookie Labaron Philon Jr. through the draft. Those newcomers join a returning group led by Joel […] The post Nick Nurse excited about revamped Sixers roster appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
OG Anunoby says he’s over Finals heroics
OG Anunoby is ready to move forward from one of the most memorable moments of the Knicks’ championship run as he turns his attention toward the 2026-27 season. Anunoby played a major role in New York capturing its first NBA championship since 1973. His defining moment came in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, when […] The post OG Anunoby says he’s over Finals heroics appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Steph Curry, Steve Kerr honor Don Nelson
The NBA community is mourning Hall of Fame coach Don Nelson following his death Sunday, with several prominent Golden State Warriors figures paying tribute to his influence on basketball. Warriors head coach Steve Kerr described Nelson as an innovator whose unconventional ideas helped shape the modern NBA. “Don Nelson was a true innovator whose influence […] The post Steph Curry, Steve Kerr honor Don Nelson appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Dirk Nowitzki, Luka Doncic mourn Don Nelson
Dirk Nowitzki and Luka Doncic were among the basketball figures who paid tribute to legendary NBA coach Don Nelson following his death Sunday at age 86. Nelson, the second-winningest head coach in NBA history and an important figure in Dallas Mavericks history, had reportedly suffered a stroke several weeks earlier before entering hospice care. “On […] The post Dirk Nowitzki, Luka Doncic mourn Don Nelson appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Stephanie White defends DiJonai Carrington’s brutal assault
Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White defended DiJonai Carrington’s intentions following the hard foul on Sophie Cunningham that resulted in Carrington’s ejection during Saturday’s loss to Indiana. Carrington made contact with Cunningham around the neck from behind as the Fever guard attacked the basket in transition. Officials initially called a foul before upgrading it to […] The post Stephanie White defends DiJonai Carrington’s brutal assault appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Steph Curry credits Don Nelson for Warriors’ arrival
Stephen Curry paid tribute to legendary coach Don Nelson following his death at age 86, crediting him as an important reason he ended up with the Golden State Warriors. Curry entered the 2009 NBA Draft with questions surrounding his size, playmaking and durability, and six teams passed on him. Nelson, however, strongly believed in his […] The post Steph Curry credits Don Nelson for Warriors’ arrival appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Shaq says LeBron is ‘not on stage’ in Lakers history
Shaquille O’Neal believes LeBron James’ Lakers legacy is significant but falls short of the franchise’s most decorated stars because of his championship total. James won one title during his eight-season Lakers tenure, while the franchise’s leading championship winners collected multiple championships in Los Angeles. “The good thing for LeBron is he did win one. But […] The post Shaq says LeBron is ‘not on stage’ in Lakers history appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Ben Simmons has offer from Western Conference team
Free agent Ben Simmons is drawing interest from several NBA teams as he prepares for a potential return to the league, according to Marc J. Spears of ESPN. The 30-year-old is open to signing a minimum contract and has a non-guaranteed offer from a Western Conference team, according to sources cited by Spears. Simmons is […] The post Ben Simmons has offer from Western Conference team appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Clippers sign Yuki Kawamura
The Los Angeles Clippers have signed Yuki Kawamura to an Exhibit 10 contract, the team announced Sunday. The 25-year-old point guard returns to the NBA after spending the 2025-26 season with the Chicago Bulls and adds another ball-handler to a Clippers roster undergoing a major transition. Kawamura has appeared in 40 NBA games over two […] The post Clippers sign Yuki Kawamura appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kawhi Leonard sought impermissible benefits from Lakers
Kawhi Leonard’s 2019 free-agency process with the Los Angeles Lakers has resurfaced as part of the NBA’s investigation into potential salary-cap circumvention involving Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers. According to Dan Woike of The Athletic, multiple league sources said Leonard’s representatives, including his uncle Dennis Robertson, asked the Lakers for benefits that would have […] The post Kawhi Leonard sought impermissible benefits from Lakers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jason Terry says Don Nelson restored his love for basketball
Jason Terry said Don Nelson played a defining role in his career by restoring his enjoyment of basketball after five losing seasons with the Atlanta Hawks. Terry, who later became an NBA champion and Sixth Man of the Year with the Dallas Mavericks, reflected on Nelson following the Hall of Fame coach’s death at 86. […] The post Jason Terry says Don Nelson restored his love for basketball appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Isaiah Stewart says Pistons undervalued him and Duren
After finishing the season with the worst record of 14 wins two years ago, the Detroit Pistons managed to overcome setbacks and earn the first seed in the East this past campaign. Speaking with the Pistons’ frontcourt, Isaiah Stewart felt unappreciated despite contributing during the winning stretch last season. “You will work so hard and […] The post Isaiah Stewart says Pistons undervalued him and Duren appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Clay Travis: Ex-NBA players checkmate WNBA
Clay Travis argued that the WNBA is being “checkmated” after former NBA players announced their intention to declare for the 2027 WNBA Draft. Travis said Enes Kanter Freedom’s move puts the league in a difficult position by forcing it to address how eligibility for women’s basketball is determined. “If [Enes Kanter] is not a woman, […] The post Clay Travis: Ex-NBA players checkmate WNBA appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
WNBA Countdown panel defends DiJonai Carrington’s brutal assault
The WNBA Countdown crew defended DiJonai Carrington following her anti-white racist physical attack on Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham. Andraya Carter: “The contact above the head was too much but that’s what DiJonai Carrington does … to me this wasn’t because it was Sophie Cunningham making the layup.” The WNBA Countdown crew defends DiJonai Carrington’s […] The post WNBA Countdown panel defends DiJonai Carrington’s brutal assault appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Royce White pushes back against hateful, bigoted, transphobic reactions
Former NBA player Royce White continued his social media campaign surrounding his intention to pursue a place in the WNBA, revealing what he described as his first wig. “It came y’all… My 1st wig! Tomorrow I test it on the court. This is my feminine era glow up, did I slay?” White wrote on X. […] The post Royce White pushes back against hateful, bigoted, transphobic reactions appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Davion Mitchell sheds weight, prepares with Giannis Antetokounmpo
Miami Heat guard Davion Mitchell has made physical changes this offseason as he prepares to improve his defensive performance next season. Mitchell has focused on losing weight and reshaping his body, a transformation that has already caught the attention of teammate Bam Adebayo. “Davion is not fat anymore,” Adebayo joked. Mitchell took the comment in […] The post Davion Mitchell sheds weight, prepares with Giannis Antetokounmpo appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Don Nelson passes away at 86
Hall of Famer Don Nelson, one of the most influential coaches and players in NBA history, has died at 86. Nelson’s family announced Sunday that he passed away peacefully surrounded by family, according to Marc Stein. “On Sunday morning our beloved husband, dad, grandfather and great-grandfather Don Nelson peacefully went to be with the Lord, […] The post Don Nelson passes away at 86 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Isaiah Stewart says he felt unappreciated in Detroit
Isaiah Stewart said he felt unappreciated during his time with the Detroit Pistons, despite believing he had invested heavily in changing the franchise’s culture. Stewart discussed his experience in an interview with Andscape after joining the Memphis Grizzlies this offseason. “You will work so hard and you have a goal, you are putting your all […] The post Isaiah Stewart says he felt unappreciated in Detroit appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Royce White enters feminine era with WNBA dream
Former NBA player Royce White continued to make headlines after saying he had qualified for the WNBA draft, discussing his gender identity and desire to play in the league during a national television appearance. “I’m just having a blast in my feminine era. I never thought that I was a woman,” White said. White then […] The post Royce White enters feminine era with WNBA dream appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Florida’s AG threatens assault charges after attack on Sophie Cunningham
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier weighed in after Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham was on the receiving end of a hard foul during a game against the Chicago Sky. Uthmeier suggested players could face legal consequences for similar incidents if they happened during WNBA games in Florida. “The WNBA knows better than to play games […] The post Florida’s AG threatens assault charges after attack on Sophie Cunningham appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
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