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Jonathan Kuminga and the Golden State Warriors once seemed on track to finally resolve their long-running, mutual interest in moving on from one another ahead of the trade deadline. However, multiple team sources told ESPN that a deal is now considered far less likely in the wake of Jimmy Butler’s season-ending ACL tear. Before Butler […] The post Jonathan Kuminga trade less likely after Jimmy Butler injury appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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JJ Redick focused on defensive execution and long-term growth after the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Dallas Mavericks 124-104 on Thursday at Crypto.com Arena. The coach said halftime adjustments changed the flow after Dallas trimmed the lead late in the second quarter. “Just challenge the guys to be better defensively. The stuff we talked about […] The post JJ Redick praises LeBron James after historic night in Lakers win appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves pointed to leadership and pace after a 124-104 win over the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday night, highlighting how the group closed the game with balanced scoring and defensive discipline. “I think LeBron James just was being himself, controlling the game, doing what he does and everybody kind of following […] The post Austin Reaves credits LeBron James’ control as Lakers rout Mavericks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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Former Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas offered his perspective on Jayson Tatum’s recovery during the Point Game podcast. “Personally, I don’t feel like he should come back… being expected to be that same person right away, it’s like you’re in a lose-lose situation,” Thomas said, via HoopsHype, referencing his own experiences with injuries. Thomas noted […] The post Isaiah Thomas says Jayson Tatum shouldn’t rush return appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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LeBron James has been a defining player of his generation, and throughout his glittering career spanning more than two decades at the top, he has been an inspiration to many. As he approaches the twilight of his time in the NBA, speculation is rife regarding where he might spend his final seasons. One of the […] The post Is LeBron Going to Spend His Final Years at the Knicks? appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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Alex Sarr confirmed he has not spoken with Anthony Davis since the trade that sent the veteran forward to Washington. “I know he’s been in DC, but we were out of town… I’ll connect with him right after the All-Star break,” Sarr told HoopsHype. The 20-year-old center praised the potential of playing alongside Davis. “He […] The post Alex Sarr has yet to connect with Anthony Davis following Wizards trade appeared first on TalkBasket.net .