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Despite recently falling out of the rotation, Keon Ellis of the Sacramento Kings continues to draw strong attention around the league. After sitting out two games last weekend with a minor knee issue, Ellis has since missed two additional games this week as a coach’s decision, but that absence has not cooled interest in him […] The post Keon Ellis drawing strong trade interest appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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The New York Knicks have made calls to the New Orleans Pelicans regarding guard Jose Alvarado and center Yves Missi, according to NBA insider Michael Scotto on SNY. The discussions follow the Knicks’ ongoing efforts to adjust their roster around underperforming pieces like Gershon Yabusele. Alvarado, 27, is in the first year of a two-year, […] The post Knicks explore Pelicans’ Alvarado, Missi in trade talks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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Brooklyn made it clear this week that Michael Porter Jr. is not available on the cheap, according to NBA insider Michael Scotto on SNY. Scotto reported that “when Michael Porter Jr. I would say for Brooklyn they’re not shopping him,” and that the Nets would move him only if they received the return they deem […] The post Nets say ‘no deal’ for Michael Porter Jr. unless asking price met appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Publisher:TalkBasket.netOutlet infoJan 23, 12:58 PM ET

The New York Knicks appear set to retain guard Miles McBride through the NBA trade deadline, according to insider Michael Scotto on SNY. Scotto noted that McBride’s combination of production and contract value makes him one of the league’s most valuable trade chips, yet the Knicks may prioritize contending for a championship over dealing him. […] The post Knicks likely to keep Miles McBride past trade deadline appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Publisher:TalkBasket.netOutlet infoJan 23, 4:14 PM ET

Here’s Orlando Magic star Paolo Banchero on the team’s current issues (23-20 record). (via Orlando Magic): “I think it’s really similar to the past couple seasons if you really look at it. I mean, last year wasn’t a great season. We had tough times, a lot of bad losses last year. The year before we […] The post Paolo Banchero: “We can’t just stay the same” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Publisher:TalkBasket.netOutlet infoJan 23, 4:26 PM ET

Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks have remained in regular communication regarding his long-term future as he approaches a critical extension decision in October 2026. According to Shams Charania, those discussions have been ongoing for months and have recently become more serious in tone. “Giannis and the Bucks have been having ongoing conversations about his […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bucks talks on future intensify appeared first on TalkBasket.net .