Basketball NewsMonday, Feb 23, 2026

Publisher:TalkBasket.netOutlet infoFeb 23, 6:13 AM ET

After being sidelined for more than a month due to a rib injury, Tyler Herro has returned to action for the Miami Heat in a bench role over the team’s last two games, both resulting in victories. The adjustment is a familiar one for Herro, who previously thrived as the league’s Sixth Man of the […] The post Tyler Herro comfortable coming off bench appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Publisher:TalkBasket.netOutlet infoFeb 23, 9:25 AM ET

New Washington Wizards guard Jaden Hardy thinks that he fits right in with the team (averaging 13.3 PPG/2.3 RPG/0.7 APG/0.3 SPG/0.3 BPG/0.7 TOV/43.3% FG/52.6% 3-PT/100% FT/18.0 MPG in three games played since being traded from the Dallas Mavericks). (via Washington Wizards): “I feel like it’s a great opportunity for me over here. It’s a young […] The post Jaden Hardy: “I feel like it’s a great opportunity for me over here” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Publisher:TalkBasket.netOutlet infoFeb 23, 10:02 AM ET

Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic showed major respect to Immanuel Quickley’s consistent/detailed work habits after Sunday’s 122-94 road win vs. the Milwaukee Bucks (32 points/3 rebounds/9 assists/1 steal/11-19 FG/5-11 3-PT/5-5 FT/+12 +/-). (via Toronto Raptors): “I’ve been in this business… this is gonna be my 29th year of coaching, and Immanuel Quickley is one […] The post Darko Rajakovic on Immanuel Quickley: “It is amazing how detailed he is about everything” appeared first on Ta...

Publisher:TalkBasket.netOutlet infoFeb 23, 10:50 AM ET

Here’s Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan on how confident he’s feeling as a three-point shooter right now (47.1% 3-PT in the last eight games). (via Portland Trail Blazers): “I put a lot of work in, get a lot of shots up every day. So just going out there, shooting with confidence, and letting it […] The post Donovan Clingan: “When they don’t step up, I see it as open shots” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Publisher:TalkBasket.netOutlet infoFeb 23, 11:26 AM ET

LaMelo Ball has long drawn mixed opinions during his NBA career, with some critics questioning whether his flashy, highlight-driven style could translate into consistent winning. However, signs of growth have begun to emerge during his sixth season, as the player continues to show improved decision-making and leadership on the court. Rod Boone of The Charlotte […] The post Charles Lee praises LaMelo Ball’s improved maturity appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Publisher:TalkBasket.netOutlet infoFeb 23, 11:48 AM ET

The NBA season continues for the 2025/26 year on February 19 after the all-star match-weekend in Los Angeles. With only two months left in the regular season, March is by far the most important. It can dictate the seeding of the playoffs and which teams are real contenders. Fans often follow results closely this month, since match […] The post March Forecast: Strategic Benchmarks for the NBA Playoff Race appeared first on TalkBasket.net .