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Brooklyn Nets head coach Jordi Fernandez is already impressed with what Keon Ellis has brought to his first training camp with the team, particularly on the defensive end. “He’s got the best hands in the NBA, and that’s hard to teach,” Fernandez said at Friday’s practice, according to Yahoo Sports. Fernandez believes Ellis’ ability to […] The post Jordi Fernandez on Keon Ellis: “He’s got the best hands in the NBA” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Publisher:Hoops RumorsOutlet infoOct 4, 12:00 AM ET

The health issue that has Kristaps Porzingis sidelined indefinitely helps to explain why the Warriors were so eager to bring back Al Horford for his 20th NBA season, writes Monte Poole of NBC Sports Bay Area. Horford agreed to a new two-year contract in June, and although he can’t be counted on for huge minutes […]

Publisher:TalkBasket.netOutlet infoOct 4, 2:41 AM ET

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick believes the team’s shortened preseason can still provide more meaningful preparation than last season, with a greater emphasis on practice time and live action. “We had six real practices in preseason last year. This year, we’ll have at least 12,” Redick said during Saturday’s training camp media availability. […] The post JJ Redick outlines Lakers’ preseason approach and offensive plans appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Publisher:TalkBasket.netOutlet infoOct 4, 2:32 AM ET

Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra has credited general manager Andy Elisburg for his work during the offseason, particularly in helping the franchise acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo. Spoelstra acknowledged team president Pat Riley’s vision but emphasized Elisburg’s role in carrying out Miami’s plans. He also admitted that seeing Antetokounmpo wearing a Heat uniform still feels unusual, […] The post Heat coach credits Andy Elisburg for Giannis Antetokounmpo acquisition appeared first on TalkB...

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Miami Heat forward Nikola Jovic has shared his initial reaction to the trade that brought Giannis Antetokounmpo to Miami, admitting that he experienced mixed emotions after learning several of his teammates were leaving. Jovic explained that his first thoughts were about losing close friends, including Tyler Herro, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kel’el Ware, and Kasparas Jakucionis. […] The post Nikola Jovic recalls hearing about Giannis Antetokounmpo trade appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Publisher:TalkBasket.netOutlet infoOct 4, 2:19 AM ET

Miami Heat forward Nikola Jovic has talked about his approach last season, admitting that trying to take on too many responsibilities made his game unnecessarily complicated. The Serbian international explained that he wanted to establish himself as a leading player, which led him to focus on scoring, passing, and contributing in every possible area rather […] The post Nikola Jovic admits to overcomplicating his game previously appeared first on TalkBasket.net.