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Sandro Mamukelashvili said he has no intention of becoming comfortable after signing a four-year contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, emphasizing that he still has plenty to prove during his first season with the franchise. Mamukelashvili spoke about his journey, role and expectations during Lakers media day on Monday, September 28, while also discussing his […] The post Sandro Mamukelashvili: “I love being a Laker” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Quentin Grimes wants to establish himself as a key defensive presence for the Los Angeles Lakers while competing for a starting spot alongside Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. Grimes joined the Lakers on a four-year, $60 million contract this offseason after spending last season with the Philadelphia 76ers. Speaking during Los Angeles’ media day on […] The post Quentin Grimes: ‘I want to earn it’ with Lakers appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Collin Sexton believes his energy and competitive approach can give the Los Angeles Lakers an immediate boost as he begins his first season with the team. Speaking at Lakers media day on Monday, September 28, Sexton said he sees his ability to provide a spark off the bench as an important part of his role […] The post Collin Sexton on Lakers: “I feel like we’re all underrated” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Mario Hezonja said his return to the NBA with the Cleveland Cavaliers is about giving everything he can to the team after building his game and completing his goals in European basketball. Speaking during Cavaliers media day on Monday, September 28, Hezonja explained that returning to the NBA had remained an option throughout his years […] The post Mario Hezonja: “I don’t need to prove anything” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Damian Lillard said he plans to approach his return to the Portland Trail Blazers with a greater sense of enjoyment after missing the entire 2025-26 season while recovering from a torn Achilles. Speaking during Portland’s media day on Monday, September 28, Lillard said simply being back on the court already represents a significant personal victory […] The post Damian Lillard: “I’ll play this season with a lot of joy” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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LaMelo Ball said he has quickly embraced his new surroundings with the Minnesota Timberwolves after joining the team from the Charlotte Hornets during the offseason. Speaking during Minnesota’s media day on Monday, September 28, Ball said the transition to a new city has been relatively straightforward after moving internationally at a young age. “Honestly, just […] The post LaMelo Ball: “I think it’s a real dog team” in Minnesota appeared first on TalkBasket.net.