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Publisher:TalkBasket.netOutlet infoSep 16, 2:44 PM ET

Brendan Haywood believes championships carry more weight than MVP awards when separating the greatest players in NBA history. While individual honors can establish a player among the league’s elite, Haywood argued that postseason success becomes particularly important when comparing stars with similarly impressive careers. “When you compare guys that win mvps, to other guys in […] The post Brendan Haywood explains James Harden’s gap behind Dwyane Wade appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Publisher:TalkBasket.netOutlet infoSep 16, 2:47 PM ET

Jeremy Lin has acknowledged that his famous Linsanity stretch effectively came to an end when the New York Knicks faced the Miami Heat. The attention surrounding Lin had grown dramatically during his breakout run, and he admitted that dealing with that level of pressure was difficult for him. “When the spotlight is on me, I […] The post Jeremy Lin admits Miami ended Linsanity run appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Publisher:TalkBasket.netOutlet infoSep 16, 2:52 PM ET

Iman Shumpert believes Klay Thompson has landed in an ideal situation with the Miami Heat because of the attention Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo demand inside. With defenses forced to protect the paint against Miami’s two star big men, Shumpert expects Thompson to receive plenty of open opportunities from beyond the arc. “Klay Thompson with […] The post Iman Shumpert calls Heat perfect for Klay Thompson appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Publisher:TalkBasket.netOutlet infoSep 16, 3:08 PM ET

Mario Chalmers likes what Davion Mitchell brings to the Miami Heat, but he currently views him as better suited for a backup point guard role. Mitchell has shown plenty of ability, particularly with his defensive pressure, but Chalmers wants to see more from him as a primary playmaker before considering him the answer at point […] The post Mario Chalmers likes Davion Mitchell’s backup fit appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Publisher:TalkBasket.netOutlet infoSep 16, 3:17 PM ET

Mario Chalmers believes Chris Bosh’s willingness to change his game was an important part of the Miami Heat’s championship success alongside LeBron James and Dwyane Wade. Before joining Miami, Bosh had been the main offensive option in Toronto. His role changed significantly with the Heat, requiring him to spend more time away from the basket […] The post Mario Chalmers recalls Chris Bosh’s selfless Heat role appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Publisher:The Next (Women's Hoops)Outlet infoSep 16, 6:43 PM ET

Tiffany Hayes: "We’re a real contender, so it’s making sure we know that going into (the playoffs)” The post How the Valkyries are leaning on their veterans ahead of the WNBA playoffs appeared first on The IX Sports.